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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, February 28, 2019 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 44, No. 5 16-year-old girl missing Houston police are searching for a juve- Apartment developer opts out due to community nile who went missing Thursday, Feb. 21. The developer of a proposed subsidized apart- ner Carrington, the company that proposed the would have catered to families. come developments traditionally put an extra Serenity Garrison, ment complex in the South Belt area has with- development. “We’re going to do a little more re- A similar project at the same site was pro- strain on local fi re departments and law enforce- 16, was last seen at drawn the project from consideration following search and fi nd another location that’s a better fi t posed in 2017 and also dropped following com- ment agencies. 5:44 p.m. in the 11800 concern from some in the community that the for both us and the community.” munity outcry. According to offi cials from the Clear Brook block of Algonquin planned site was unfi t for such an endeavor. The Cypress Creek Apartments would have Joining the Leader in opposition were the City Municipal Utility District, the local High- near Scarsdale and the “We are no longer moving forward,” said Em- been located on the north side of Beltway 8 be- South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce land Meadow Village apartment complex has Gulf Freeway. A Do- ily Protine, community outreach liaison for Bon- tween Beamer and Sabo. The proposed complex and the Kirkwood Civic Club. A primary con- roughly fi ve times more annual calls for police bie student, Garrison is cern was safety, due to the proximity of the toll- and ambulance service than single-family resi- presumed safe, as it is Serenity Garrison way. dences in the community. believed she ran away due to issues at home. Dobie’s living principals at HoH “The general consensus is that it’s not a safe An additional concern involves the added bur- Garrison is a white female, with light com- place for an apartment complex to be, especial- den to area schools. plexion. She has brown hair and brown eyes. ly for children” said Ericka McCrutcheon, presi- “We’re overrun in our schools,” McCrutch- Garrison stands 4 feet 4 inches tall and weighs dent of the Kirkwood Civic Club. eon said. “Dobie (where students would have approximately 100 pounds. She was last seen A second concern is the high concentration of attended had the project gone forward) is over- wearing a black sweater and light blue jeans. existing subsidized apartment complexes already run. They just built the new Dobie ninth-grade Anyone with information on her whereabouts is in the area. center, and it’s already overrun. Find some oth- urged to contact the Houston Police Department’s “We’re already inundated in our area within er place.” Missing Persons Division at 832-394-1840. a one- to two-mile radius,” McCrutcheon said. The Leader has been supportive of some lo- “Put them in some other areas. We already have cal subsidized complexes in the past, particular- Cook-off spots available enough.” ly supporting seniors-only facilities. A similar Some cooking spots are available for the There are currently at least 10 govern- proposal on Southdown Trace Trail near Belt- 23rd annual South Belt Spectacular Cook-off, ment-subsidized apartment complexes between way 8 and Conklin recently received the full to be held Thursday, April 25, through Saturday, Almeda Mall and Dixie Farm Road. Low-in- support of the newspaper. April 27, at El Franco Lee Park. A 40-foot-by- 40-foot spot costs $225. Operated by the South- east Volunteer Fire Department, the event is the Mayor, Martin host flood meeting sole fundraiser for the South Belt Fourth of July fi reworks display. For information or to reserve a Houston City Council Member Dave Martin 0550 (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). spot, contact Linda Arnone at 281-484-4325. will host a Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Additional information that tables will be town hall meeting Tuesday, March 19, at 6:30 available for those that arrive early, beginning Warning on Medicare scam p.m., in the Special Events Building at Space at 5:45 p.m., include tables hosted by the Clear An alert resident is warning others about a Center Houston, 1601 East NASA Parkway. Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library, potential phone scam that is targeting the el- During this meeting, residents can plan to Clear Lake City Water Authority and METRO. derly by asking them for confi dential informa- hear from Mayor Sylvester Turner and other For more information, contact Martin’s offi ce tion in order to gain their newly issued Medi- city and community representatives about on- at 832-393-3008 or via email at districte@hous care identifi cation number. going and future capital improvement projects, tontx.gov. According to the Federal Trade Commission, local issues and community news related to the which monitors such fraudulent activity, Medi- Clear Lake and Southeast Houston areas of Dis- care will never ask residents for such personal trict E. HPD investigates information to get their new card and number. Hurricane Harvey updates will also be provid- FTC offi cials further warn residents to nev- ed from various departments and local agencies. theft of USCG er give money to anyone claiming to be from The District E offi ce has arranged for Harvey in- take specialists to host an information table at the Medicare in order to receive their new card and Dobie High School held its seventh annual Hall of Honor induction ceremony Friday, Feb. 22. meeting for those impacted by the hurricane and number, as such payment is not required. Recognized at the event were alumni Chip Hosek, Class of 1974; Al Denson, Class of 1978; and serviceman’s ring interested in learning more about the resources For more information on the scheme or to Paula Herring Goodhart, Class of 1986; and former Dobie band director Bill Brawn. All living Houston police are investigating a bi- available to them. Before attending the meeting, report such a scam, visit www.consumer.ftc. Dobie principals took part in the function. Principals shown above at the event are, left to right, zarre theft that targeted an elderly veteran in affected residents are urged to take the Harvey gov/blog/2018/09/hang-medicare-card-scams. Jerry Ross Speer, Franklin Moses, Steve Jamail and Frank Braden. Photo by Fred Roberts the 11700 block of Teaneck the afternoon of Beverly Hills Civic meets Recovery Survey online or by calling 832-393- Wednesday, Feb. 20. According to the 82-year-old victim, a re- The Beverly Hills Civic Club will meet tired chief for the U.S. Coast Guard, he was Thursday, March 28, at Beverly Hills Park Dobie High recognizes new Hall of Honor inductees cleaning out his garage when a silver minivan Recreation Building from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. J. Frank Dobie High School held its annual Hosek is a successful businessman and art school fondly. stopped in front of his house, and a female Amanda Glen gate closing set Hall of Honor induction ceremony Friday, Feb. collector; Denson is a top-selling Christian re- “Going to J. Frank Dobie was a special time passenger asked him to approach the vehicle. 22, to honor three alumni and one former band cording artist; and Goodhart is a trial attorney in my life where I developed so many great re- “I thought she might be lost and just needed The entrance security gate for the Amanda director for their lifelong achievements and for and former judge. lationships at the school and in the communi- some directions,” the victim told the Leader. Glen subdivision will be closed 24/7 begin- bringing pride to the Longhorn community. Hosek said that while his family didn’t ty,” Denson said. Her intentions, however, were far more sin- ning March 17. This year’s inductees were Chipper “Chip” place school and school-related activities as “It was an honor to be included with this ister. When the victim approached the mini- All those entering the subdivision will need Hosek, Class of ’74; Al Denson, Class of ’78; a high priority, he nevertheless found himself year’s group, and the night was extra special van, the female suspect told the victim she had to have security access. Paula Herring Goodhart, Class of ’86; and Bill immersed in it, taking part in numerous extra- being inducted into the Hall of Honor with my something for him and proceeded to shove a KBP presents production Brawn, Dobie’s fi rst band director. curricular groups, including football, swim, former band director and mentor, Bill Brawn.” cheap piece of jewelry into his hand. As the This is the seventh group to be inducted into track and cheer.“I kept involved in school, and Goodhart also recalled a close bond with a victim attempted to tell the woman he was not Kid’s Backporch Productions youth theater the Hall of Honor since it was established in that kept me out of trouble,” Hosek said. “I en- former Dobie teacher. Dobie high school pro- interested in the piece, she managed to remove presents “The NeverEnding Story,” on March 1 2013. To date, there have been 44 others who joyed it a lot. It was a very fun time for me.” vided not only an education in core subjects and 2 at 7 p.m. and March 2 and 3 at 2:30 p.m. at his gold U.S. Coast Guard ring from his fi nger, have previously been inducted. Denson also remembers his time at the but an education on how to be a good person then leave a fake gold ring in the man’s hand Shadycrest Baptist Church, 3214 Hamm Road in in general,” Goodhart said. Pearland. Adults are $15, seniors are $12 (65 and in its place, as the vehicle sped off. “Our teachers were not only skilled but com- “It all happened in a matter of seconds,” the older) and youth are $9. To prepurchase tickets passionate as well. I recall before email was so online, visit kidsbackporch.ticketleap.com. Tick- victim said. “These guys were professionals. Brawn, first band director honored common, my history teacher Cathy Haney would They defi nitely knew what they were doing. ets may be purchased 30 minutes before curtain send me handwritten letters after I graduated and time on location. For information, visit www. This wasn’t their fi rst time doing this.” Continued on Page 6A Continued on Page 4A kidsbackporchproductions.org. Dobie cheer tryouts set A Dobie cheerleading tryout information Special runoff election early vote begins meeting for the 2019 – 2020 season will be held Early Voting for the March 5 special run- Morales, however, failed to secure the 50 per- Feb. 28 at 6:45 p.m. in the cafeteria at Dobie off election to select the state representative for cent necessary to avoid a runoff. Main. A parent must accompany the student. House District 145 began Monday, Feb. 25, and The current race marks the latest in a string will continue through Friday, March 1. of elections triggered by former U.S. Rep. Gene Kirkwood civic meeting set The contest is to fi ll the seat being vacated Green’s retirement from Congress last year. U.S. The Kirkwood Civic Association election by Rep. Carol Alvarado. Vying for the position Rep. Sylvia Garcia won the race for Green’s seat, meeting is Thursday, Feb. 28, at 6:30 p.m. at are Democrats Christina Morales and Melissa leaving her state Senate seat vacant. the South Belt Chamber, 10500 Scarsdale. Noriega. Alvarado then claimed Garcia’s former posi- This is the annual meeting. The two candidates received the most votes tion in December, prompting the present special out of the crowded fi eld of seven in the initial election for her seat in the state House. Freeway closures planned special election, held late last month. During the fi ve day early voting period, fi ve The eastbound and westbound U-turn lanes at Morales got 36 percent of the vote, (1,238 locations will be available to more than 70,000 Beltway 8 and Beamer will be closed continu- votes), while Noriega received 31 percent (1,077 registered voters within the district. Voters can ously through 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 20. votes). Continued on Page 4A At least one inside lane of the westbound Belt- way 8 frontage road at Blackhawk will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Friday, March 1. Hurricane Harvey report released One northbound and one southbound lane of SH 3/Old Galveston Road at Beltway 8 East will People who suffered damages to their homes Federal assistance available close daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Mon- during Hurricane Harvey are likely to experience Help is still available to residents who were day, March 11. At least one southbound lane of mental health diffi culties, according to a report impacted by Harvey. Both the City of Houston the Beltway 8 frontage road will be closed at released by community leaders Thursday, Feb. and Harris County are offering federal aid to SH 3/Old Galveston daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 21. those affected by the storm. through Monday, March 11. Northbound and “Even though our city has bounced back from City of Houston residents must fi rst complete southbound U-turn lanes at Beltway 8 and Ge- Harvey, we still have more healing to do,” Hous- a survey. noa Red Bluff will be closed daily from 9 a.m. to ton Mayor Sylvester Turner said at a press con- Surveys may be completed in any of the three 3 p.m. through Monday, March 11. ference. following ways: At least one lane of the northbound Belt- The issue is a key fi nding of the Harvey Regis- • Online at https://recovery.houstontx.gov way 8 frontage road at Genoa Red Bluff will be try, a joint venture between Rice University and • By phone at 832-393-0550 (Monday – closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Thurs- Bill Brawn, middle, J. Frank Dobie’s fi rst band director, was honored at the J. Frank Dobie Hall of several local municipalities, which was formed Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.) day, Feb. 28. Both northbound and southbound Honor which was held at the school last Friday. (See story this page.) Also shown is Kevin Erikson, after the storm to study it and address its after- • Or in person at any of four centers, with the U-turn lanes at Beltway 8 and Crenshaw will be left, the current Dobie band director and local fi reman and resident, Clennis Tyer, a former student of math. Southeast center at 11550 Fuqua, third fl oor, be- closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Mon- Brawn’s. Photo by Pam Tyer To date, more than 13,000 Greater Houston ing the nearest. day, March 11. The northbound and southbound residents have participated in the study, and ad- After reviewing responses to the surveys, U-turn lanes at Beltway 8 and Fairmont Parkway ditional residents are encouraged to also take the city will send out applications, prioritizing will be closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Edgebrook robbery suspect arrested part. low-income, elderly and disabled families. Monday, March 11. Highlights from the report include the follow- For more information, visit recovery.hous The southbound U-turn lane at Beltway 8 and Houston police have arrested a suspect abdomen and was transported to an area hospital ing: tontx.gov or call the Harvey recovery hotline at Vista will be closed continuously until 5 a.m. charged in the shooting of a male that occurred in stable condition. • 59 percent thought about the storm when they 832-393-0550. Friday, March 1. Both northbound and south- at 77 East Edgebrook about 8:40 p.m. on Satur- According to the Houston Police Department, didn’t intend to. Residents living in unincorporated parts of the bound U-turn lanes at Beltway 8 and Preston day, Feb. 23. Durant and his girlfriend were in the parking lot • 55 percent had their homes damaged. county may apply for help by visiting the Harris will be closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through The suspect, Xavier Wayne Griffi n, 22, is of their apartment complex at the above address • 41 percent experienced loss of income. County Project Recovery website at www.harris Monday, March 11. charged with aggravated robbery with a deadly when they were approached by Griffi n and two • 34 percent experienced vehicle damage. re covery.org. The closures are part of ongoing project to weapon in the 174th State District Court. other black male suspects. Griffi n and one of the • 26 percent suffered headaches or migraines. For additional Harris County recovery infor- widen Beltway 8 from two to four lanes each di- He is accused in the shooting of Carlos Du- other suspects drew pistols and forced the couple To see the complete report, visit cehi.rice.edu/ mation, call 832-927-4961 or email RebuildHar rection. rant, 23, who suffered a gunshot wound to the Continued on Page 4A cehi-news. [email protected]. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, February 28, 2019 In My Opinion Elected offi cials share their words Death Williams shares everything, every kid on that team de- Olson speaks about border issue serves a chance to play or they should Sotero Eduardo Bobby was married to the Hilga Sauceda; daughter Di- concern on baseball have been left at school to concentrate Rep. Pete Olson on Tues- others in this chamber appar- ing modern-day sex slaves or love of his life Jo Marie for ane Sauceda; grandchildren on their academics. day gave the following ently don't know. We are at forced laborers. Sauceda 45 wonderful years. He re- Brittany Sauceda, Eric Sauce- The Dobie Varsity Baseball team left Diana Williams speech before voting against war on the southern border “All of Texas, 254 coun- tired from Anheuser-Bush da, Bethany Sauceda, Caro- Dobie on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, to A concerned grandparent H.J.Res.46, the Democrat with the drug cartels. I say ties, from Amarillo to Texar- after 33 years of service. He lyn Sauceda, Olivia Sauceda attend a tournament in Laredo, Texas. resolution terminating Presi- again, we are at war on the kana to Beaumont to Browns- was a devoted church mem- and Joseph Sauceda; siblings As I am a disabled grandparent and Dominguez thanks dent Trump’s national emer- southern border with the drug ville to Marfa are impacted, ber for many years and loved Ernest Sauceda, Anita Meraz, cannot always travel I depend on vid- gency declaration: cartels from Mexico. they are at war with these serving the Lord in anyway Daniel Valdez, Esther Lopez eos sent from other parents. Tristan for photo “I thank my friend from “The drug cartels are at drug cartels The majority had he could. and Gloria Valdez Hinojosa; In regard to this particular event, I Publisher’s note: This letter was sub- Missouri. I want to share my the heart of every single prob- better wake up and have no Bobby opened up Bob’s and many nieces, nephews only received 1 shot of my grandson’s mitted to the Leader by Joe Dominguez thoughts on this purely polit- lem we have on our southern more fi gments of imagina- Bike and Skateboard in and family members. at bat and was later informed that this to thank Joe Tristan for a photo he de- ical effort by the new Dem- border. They have a war go- tion. It's time to put politics the 1980s and operated the Bobby was a devoted hus- was his only opportunity to touch the livered. ocrat majority. Mr. Speaker, ing with our families, our aside and admit we are at war business for many years at band, father, papa, brother, fi eld during this fi ve game tournament. Thanks for taking time to deliver this the U.S. and Mexico border kids, our schools, with record with the drug cartels. the corner of Beamer and and friend who will be truly I later found out that there were sev- is 2,400 miles long. My home numbers of heroin, cocaine “Let's fi ght this war to Hughes. He also participat- missed. eral other players that sat the bench beautiful picture to me of Veterans at- tending a Special Recognition Mass at state of Texas is half that bor- and deadly Fentanyl. The win. Vote against a resolution ed in the South Belt Cook-off Pallbearers were Sonny also. der. 1,200 miles. drug cartels are at war with that surrenders to the drug for 10 years as a part of Big Sauceda, Eric Sauceda, En- St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church There were a total of 25 kids that “Texas knows something our moral values, by fi nanc- cartels. I yield back.” Bob’s BBQ cook-off team. rique Galvan, George Cantu, were taken out of school for 2 days to on 11/11/18 taken by Ms. Marie Flick- Bobby truly lived life Joe Cantu Jr., Ernest Sauce- participate in a tournament 300 miles inger from South Belt-Ellington Leader. to the fullest through sim- da, Daniel Valdez and Phil and were not be allowed to play – not to It was printed in the Leader and is now Sotero Edwardo Sauceda ple pleasures; chatting with Celaya. mention the additional expense parents in a 12” by 18” frame in our family room. Defense Department recognizes (Bobby), 67, died peacefully friends and family and spend- Visitation was held Tues- incurred to support their children in this I will always cherish this gift. Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019. ing time with his grandchil- day, Feb. 5. The funeral ser- event. Is this how they are spending the We hope and pray that men and wom- He was born Feb. 17, 1951, in dren. He also had a great love vice and committal service booster club money? en will continue to serve our country in outstanding family programs Houston to Thomas and Glo- for the Dallas Cowboys. were held Feb. 6 at For- I believe that money being spent to years to come. The Hon. James N. Stewart, ation, Rapid City, S.D., Unit Airlift Wing, Joint Base Lewis ria Sauceda. He was a long- He is survived by his wife; est Park Lawndale Funeral take 25 kids out of town on a charter We currently have four of our grand- performing the duties of the Commander: Maj. Anthony McChord, Wash., Unit Com- time South Belt resident. son Sonny Sauceda and wife Home. bus 300 miles away, providing lodging children serving in the Army. Under Secretary of Defense Timanus. mander: Col. Anthony Angello. and 3 meals a day for each kid only Thanks again for all the relatives in for Personnel and Readiness, • Army Reserve – Head- • Coast Guard Reserve – to have half of them sit on the bench your family that have served. will host the 2018 Department quarters and Headquarters Port Security Unit 311, San Veterans can visit free legal clinic is quite absurd. Winning is not always Joe R. Dominguez of Defense Reserve Family Company, 807th Medical Pedro, Calif., Unit Command- Veterans who need legal ty Bar Association and the Veterans who need ongo- Readiness Awards presentation Command (Deployment Sup- er: Cmdr. Laila Grassley. advice or legal assistance can Houston Bar Foundation’s ing legal representation and at 10 a.m., Friday, March 29, at port), Fort Douglas, Salt Lake The Department of Defense visit a free legal clinic sched- Veterans Legal Initiative. who qualify for legal aid may the Pentagon Hall of Heroes. City, Utah, Unit Commander: Reserve Family Readiness uled in Galveston on Satur- Any veteran, or spouse of a be assigned a pro bono at- Leader checks out social media The award recognizes the Maj. Candace Gordon. Awards program was estab- day, March 9. deceased veteran, can receive torney through the Houston National Guard and Reserve • Marine Corps Reserve – lished in 2000 to recognize the The clinic will be held at one-on-one advice and counsel Volunteer Lawyers to handle units, one from each of the Marine Tactical Air Command top unit in each of the Reserve By Laura Benavides Scallan a hoodie and drove off in nity Facebook groups regard- the Galveston VA Outpatient at the clinic from a volunteer their case. seven Reserve Components, Squadron 48, Marine Air Con- Components. Family readi- There have been sever- what’s known to be a red car. ing a lost dog named Lukas. Clinic, 3828 Ave. N, from 9 attorney in any area of law, in- For more information with the very best programs trol Group 48, 4th Marine Air- ness programs are a vital link al posts shared regarding a If anyone has any infor- The dog is a 2-year old gold a.m. until noon. cluding family, wills and pro- about the legal clinic and oth- to support their military fami- craft Wing, Great Lakes, Ill., in the support networks for missing juvenile named Se- mation regarding the robbery, lab that was last seen on No appointment is neces- bate, consumer, real estate and er legal services for veterans, lies. Representatives from each Unit Commander: Lt. Col. Da- Reserve Component families renity Garrison. See Page 1A they are encouraged to call Feb. 18. The dog is micro- sary. The clinic is co-spon- tax law, as well as disability please call 713-759-1133 or of the winning units will be in vid Fennell. and are particularly important for story. the constable’s offi ce at 713- chipped and the chip num- sored by the Galveston Coun- and veterans benefi ts. visit www.hba.org. It has been reported on 477-4070. ber is 9910010015199461. If attendance and receive a com- • Navy Reserve – Navy as the nation relies on National The Offi cial South Belt & A member of the South found, call 832-707-5279. memorative plaque and framed Operational Support Center Guard and Reserve members Sagemont Area Crime Alert Belt This and That Facebook A member of the Pets of certifi cate from Stewart. Each Detroit, Detroit, Mich., Unit to support and serve in criti- that an individual is allegedly group posted an image about Southbelt Facebook group unit will also receive a certifi - Commander: Lt. Cmdr. Thom- cal missions worldwide. Fam- HUD provides $652 million going around the community the Sagmeont Cowboys and posted photos of her dad’s dog cate of recognition and award as Stallworth. ily readiness has proven to be and video recording commu- Cowgirls football, cheer and that got out the night of Feb. from the Military Offi cers As- • Air National Guard – a key component of mission nity members. drill program. The image 26. The dog’s name is MoJo sociation of America. 146th Force Support Squad- readiness, and robust family to Texas in recovery funds The post warns for com- states new player registra- and if found, contact the mem- The following is a list of ron, 146th Airlift Wing, Port readiness programs enhance winners of this year’s award: Hueneme, Calif., Unit Com- the ability to sustain and de- On. Feb. 25, Gov. Greg ernment is critical,” said Ab- frastructure impacted by the munity members to be alert tion will be held on Saturday, ber via Facebook. The post has Abbott held a joint press con- bott. “I thank Secretary Car- storm. These funds, allocat- and keep a lookout for the in- March 2 at El Franco Lee been shared to several commu- • Army National Guard – mander: Lt. Col. Joe Wildman. ploy National Guard and Re- Charlie Company, 189th Avi- • Air Force Reserve – 446th serve units. ference call with U.S. De- son for his leadership and ed from the Community De- dividual who rides a bike. Park at Cowboys fi eld from nity Facebook groups. partment of Housing and Ur- offi cials at HUD who have velopment Block Grant for A member of the same 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more in- Another member of the ban Development Secretary worked closely with the state Disaster Recovery Program, Facebook group reported that formation, see the member’s same Facebook group found Commissioners Court appoints Ben Carson, in which they of Texas for their tremendous will supplement the $5 bil- the O’Reilly’s off Scarsdale post. The image was also two pugs, one is black and the announced $652 million in partnership throughout the lion in recovery programs ap- was robbed at gun point on posted to several other com- other is apricot. The member additional funding for Tex- recovery process. Working proved by HUD in June 2018. the night of Feb. 20. munity Facebook groups. posted photos of the dogs. If Draper to fill judicial vacancy ans impacted by Hurricane together, we will continue to CDBG-DR grants support The member states the There have been posts one recognizes them, contact Harvey. The announcement rebuild our communities and a variety of disaster recovery suspects were masked, wore shared to different commu- the member via Facebook. Based on the motion from “We can never replace ceived her law degree from followed a meeting between ensure the Lone Star State is activities including housing Harris County Commissioner Judge Hollemon, but we the University of Texas Law Abbott and Carson, in which more resilient than ever be- redevelopment and rebuild- AARP, VN Teamwork offer free tax help Rodney Ellis, Commission- can honor her legacy and School, where she was a progress has been made since fore.” ing, business assistance, eco- ers Court on Tuesday, Feb. the will of the voters by ap- member of the Thurgood Harvey rebuilding efforts be- The announcement marks nomic revitalization, and in- AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Volunteers will be available to answer questions and 26, appointed Genesis E. pointing Genesis E. Draper to Marshall Legal Society, offer tax preparation at Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale, Mondays and Fri- gan. the third allocation of fund- frastructure repair. Grantees Draper – an assistant public the bench,” said Ellis. “Ms. Criminal Law Society, Board “With a disaster the size ing from HUD for Harvey re- are required to spend the ma- days from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through April 15. Tax help provided by VN Teamwork/ defender in the Harris Coun- Draper has an exemplary le- of Advocates and the mock and scope of Hurricane Har- covery efforts, and will pro- jority of these recovery funds VITA is available Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Preregistration is not necessary. ty Public Defender’s Offi ce gal career and record of pub- trial team. vey, collaboration between vide additional resources for in “most impacted” areas as This service is free on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis. Bring Social Security cards – to fi ll the judicial vacancy lic service that refl ects a clear She began her legal career state, local, and federal gov- homes, businesses, and in- identifi ed by HUD. for oneself and all dependents, a copy of last year’s income tax return, W-2 forms, at Harris County Criminal commitment to ensuring ev- as a public defender in Ten- unemployment compensation statements, 1099-R forms and other IRS forms to Court at Law No. 12. eryone receives fair treatment nessee and later served as a help the volunteer complete the return. For information, visit aarp.org/taxaide. The seat was left vacant and equal justice in Harris federal public defender in the following the unexpected County regardless of who Southern District Court of TxDOT to begin demolition passing of Judge Cassandra they are or how much money Texas before joining the Har- Local library events set Hollemon, who was elected they have.” ris County public defender’s to the bench in November as After Commissioners offi ce in 2017. of FM 646 bridge over I-45 Bracewell Branch Library part of a historical judicial Court, Draper said, “This “Ms. Draper has a thor- The following events are scheduled for the Bracewell Branch Library, 9002 King- sweep that elected 17 Black appointment is a tremen- ough understanding of crimi- The I-45 expansion proj- 1 at 9 p.m. the FM 646 bridge will improve mobility for spoint: women to the county judicia- dous honor. I’m committed nal court proceedings and the ect between FM 518 to FM at I-45 will be permanent- motorists while reducing Thursday, Feb. 28, 12:15 – 7:45 p.m. Citizenship class. These classes cover the 100 ry, all of whom demonstrated to building on Judge Hol- Constitution. She also knows 517 in League City/Galves- ly closed. In addition, two congestion and improving civics questions and cover the information on how to prepare for the citizenship inter- a deep commitment to crimi- lemon’s legacy and will con- fi rsthand how the racial and ton County will begin a major northbound main lanes from safety along this heavily trav- view. Other topics include the citizenship application and qualifi cations. Class participa- nal justice reform. tinue her work, alongside economic disparities found milestone on Friday, March FM 517 to FM 646 will be eled corridor. The corridor tion is by appointment only. During her short time on other members of the Harris throughout the system un- 1, as crews begin demolition closed beginning on Friday, changes will also aid in facil- Thursday, Feb. 28, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Spanish computer class for adults and seniors the bench, Hollemon was a County judiciary, to advance dermine justice,” Ellis said. of the FM 646 bridge over the March 1 at 9 p.m. until mid- itating the growth and devel- Monday, March 4, 10:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is by part of the historical deci- the reforms that are needed to “I am confi dent that her ap- main lanes of I-45. night on Saturday, March 2. opment of Galveston County, appointment only. sion by the County Criminal transform our justice system pointment to the bench will As part of the project, the During the closure of FM and will provide the capacity Tuesday, March 5, 10:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is by Court judges to implement into one that delivers equal serve the people of Harris existing I-45/FM 646 inter- 646 at I-45 traffi c will be de- to support the anticipated fu- appointment only. local rule changes for misde- justice and fair treatment to County and help transform section will be converted so toured to the frontage road. ture growth of the surround- Wednesday, March 6, 10:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is meanor bail protocols, effec- all people.” our criminal justice system that FM 646 will go under the Those traveling westbound ing communities. by appointment only. tively ushering in long-await- Draper is a graduate of into one that is more fair and main lanes of I-45. The inter- on FM 646 will travel onto The $122 million project Wednesday, March 6, 10:30 a.m. Toddler storytime and playtime ed bail reform. Spelman College and re- just for all people.” section will be constructed in the I-45 northbound front- began in late 2016 and it is ex- Wednesday, March 6. Computer courses: 2 p.m. Computer Basics; 3:15 p.m. Internet two phases. The fi rst phase age road to SH 96, u-turn pected to be completed in ear- Basics; 4:30 p.m. Basic PowerPoint will include the demolition and travel on the southbound ly 2021. For more information For more information, call the library at 832-393-2580. of the FM 646 overpass, con- frontage road to FM 646. on this closure contact Danny Bracewell hours this week are: Thursday, noon – 8 p.m.; Friday, 1 – 5 p.m.; Saturday, Beverly Hills names honor roll struction of the I-45 north- Those traveling east bound Perez at danny.perez@txdot. 1 – 5 p.m.; Sunday, closed; Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Beverly Hills Intermediate Izmael Guzman, Viridiana dy Huynh Nguyen, Duyen bound main-lane overpass, on FM 646 will travel onto gov or 713-802-5077. Also be Parker Williams Library has named its honor roll for Guzman, Emily Jewel Ham- Nguyen, Dylan Anh-Minh and reconstruction of the in- the I-45 southbound front- sure to visit the Houston Tran- The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale the fourth six-weeks. lett, Camren Olivia Heard, Tran Nguyen, Long Dat tersection and frontage roads. age road to FM 517, u-turn Star website at www.hous Blvd.: Honor Roll Arthur Hernandez Chapa and Nguyen, Mason Xuan-Huy Following the fi rst phase of and travel on the northbound tontranstar.org for a complete Tax help is available Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. until Seventh grade Alyssa Evangelina Hernan- Nguyen, Peter Thang Long construction, the intersec- frontage road to FM 646. list of closures related to this April 15 with volunteers tax assistants. Bring all tax documents and Social Security card. Viviana Cristal Acosta, dez. Nguyen, Phuong Thai Nguy- tion will be reopened to east/ This portion of the I-45 construction project and other Thursday, Feb. 28, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Basic Computer Skills: Microsoft Excel. Learn Mariana Aguilar, Tirza Abi- Anna Jacquelyn Hernan- en, Vy Ha Nguyen, Orlan- west traffi c and the frontage expansion project is antici- Houston District closures. All to use Microsoft Excel to organize information, do calculations and to make graphs. Reg- gail Alfaro, Alexander Alon- dez, Kalen Johnathan Hicks, draneisha Lavette Noble and roads will be reconstructed pated to take approximate- closures are subject to change istration is requested. so, Sury Zahena Alvarado, Trenton Thang Ho, Duc Valeria Alessandra Nunez along with the I-45 south- ly six months to complete. due to inclement weather. Fol- Friday, March 1, 5 - 6 p.m. Read Across America: Magic of Mo Willems, for ages 3 Isis Chada Anderson, Eva Minh Hoang, Kasie Hoang, Garza. bound main-lane overpass. The I-45 expansion project low us on Twitter @TxDOT and older. This year, instead of the traditional Dr. Seuss, the library will celebrate the Alexis Appelt, Kevin Alex- Malachi Anthony Hobbs, Jackelyn Alyssa Ochoa, Beginning on Friday, March between FM 518 to FM 517 Houston. world of Mo Willems. There will be Willems’ books as well as a small craft. ander Ayala, Hussain Babar, Vincent Matthew Holcomb, Yulissa Estefania Oliva Lo- Saturday, March 2, 1:30 p.m. Basic Korean with Rhee. Learn how to speak, read and Nico Lynn Barr, Viviana Li- Cianna Lourdes Huerta, Ki- pez, Edward Charles Onti- write basic Korean with interactive games led by native speaker Rhee Haun. Registration zette Barrientos, Alize Marie anna Simone Hunter, Steven veros, Aralyn Nicole Orta, Property Tax panel considers is requested. Berruete, Arianna Sarai Bor- Hieu Huynh, Jonathan Paul Diego Francisco Orta, Angel Monday, March 4, 2 – 4 p.m. Genealogy group: The Parker Williams Genealogy Group rego, Anya Leal Botello and Ibarra, Deysi Tatiana Izagu- Iwinosa Osaghae, Adrian is an informal group that meets the fi rst and third Monday to discuss family history re- K’maiyah Jhordan Brass. irre Ramirez, Makyah Janii Pantoja, Sabrina Elise Pec- transparency, fairness measures search (beginner to advanced). Meetings are free and open to anyone interested in tracing Jayla Aaliyah Marie Bu- James, Alyssa Leanne Jones tor, Brianna Nicole Pedraza, The Senate Committee on the purpose of the bond, the to address issues of unfairness family history. chanan, Maya Giselle Cas- and Liberty Jones. Ignacio Bejamin Perdomo Property Tax considered leg- principal amount, and the fact and dissatisfaction by requir- Monday, March 4, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Magic: The Gathering Gameplay, a dueling card tellano, Johnathon Andrew Scott Alexander Kay, Castillo, Alan Perez, Ramon islation Tuesday intended to that it could lead to increased ing that any evidence used by game from Wizards of the Coast, for ages 8 and older. For those wanting to learn, a staff Castillo, Julian Cavazos, Samuel Le’dette Kemper, Ja- Perez, Yahir Alejandro Perez, give property owners a fairer tax rates if approved. Addi- the ARB be presented to the member will be present for instruction. A special thank you is given to Strike Zone for Adrian Cazares, Aaron cob Anthony Kipp, Derreck Kim Pham, Linda Pham and process when protesting the tionally, the jurisdiction would home owner prior to the hear- the generous donation of Magic: The Gathering cards. For more information, visit http:// Nicholas Cepeda, Ivan Levi Ray Knowles, Sang Minh Loan Leena Nhu Pham. appraised value of their homes have to list the total amount of ing, or it cannot be submitted www.hcpl.net/sites/default/fi les/Feb - MTG-1.jpg. Chavez, Manuel Contreras, Lam, Kalib Phi Vu Le, Ryan Vina Pham, Annie Bui and taxpayers more transpar- existing debt carried on the en- into the process. It would set Tuesday, March 5, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. The upWORDS program, using the LENA Start Rebecca Lynn Cook, Dylan Tan Le, Naima Nickiah Leb- Phan, Sariyah Le’asia Pick- ency when deciding whether to tity's books and the portion of a term limits for board members curriculum, consists of 14 one-hour sessions over four months in which parents learn Dang-Khoa Dao, Maximilia- lanc, Derris Rashad Lemons, ens, Ja Meria Ja Vell Porche, vote for or against local bond taxpayer's property tax bill that and require them to have more how to improve their child’s early language. The program starts March 5 and continues no Rey Delgado, Richard Da- Angel Josue Limachi, Ale- Christina Marie Prouse, Gel- proposals. goes to pay down that debt. training on equal and uniform through June 4. Contact the children’s librarian at 832-927-7870 or in person to preregis- vid Diaz, Anna Thy Dinh and jandro Lopez, Ericka Giselle acio Xavier Ramirez, Arianna The fi rst measure, SB 462 The next bill, SB 67 by property appraisal. ter. Online registration is not permitted. Francisco Dunn. Lopez, Katarina Iriana Lo- Mariah Ramos, Gael Anto- by New Braunfels Sen. Don- Flower Mound Sen. Jane Nel- During interim hearings on Tuesday, March 5, 5 – 6 p.m. Mardi Gras masks, for ages 5 and older. In celebration Alexander Julian Duran, pez, Trinity Belen Lopez and nio Ramos, Angelina Janelle na Campbell, seeks to provide son, would make a number of property taxes in 2016, Sen. of Fat Tuesday, meet in the community room to make Mardi Gras masks with feathers, Emmanuel Isai Elizondo, David Lozoya. Rapalo, Amalia Christina more information for voters changes to the requirements for Paul Bettencourt said his com- shine, and jazz. Brian Nahum Erazo, Jorge Stephen Mark Lukner, Reyes, Aylin Aymed Reyes, when taxing jurisdictions seek members of the body that hears mittee heard reports that some Wednesday, March 6, 2 p.m. Great Decisions: Middle East Regional Disorder. Meet at Alexander Escobar, Oscar Tram Nguyen-Ngoc Luong, Emily Reyes, Joel Sebastian approval to issue bond debt. tax protests from homeowners. individuals were threatened the library every three weeks to learn about a new world affairs topic based on a video and Eloy Espinoza, Jennifer Gua- Han My Ly, Nhut Chanh Reyes, Hector Giovan Rios, According to the state's Bond Along with the increase in with even higher property val- article created by the Foreign Policy Association. This week, the situation in the Middle dalupe Estrada, Leslie Cecil- Ly, Hailey Blue Maldonado, Victoria Robles, Ana Karen Review Board fi scal year 2018 tax rates, rising property val- ues if they didn't drop the pro- East will be discussed involving the U.S. Israel, Syria, Yemen, Libya and Iraq. ia Figueroa, Victoria Flores Jazmyn Marie Martinez, Ma- Rodriguez Marquez and Jar- report, local governments carry ues are often cited as one of test. Wednesday, March 6, 6 – 8 p.m. Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Interview. Meet at the Alcantar, Joana Sofi a Flores, dalynn Grace Mata, Charles etsy Samantha Rodriguez. $230 billion in debt, an 18 per- the major drivers of increased "We were taking public tes- library for a new citizenship class meeting the fi rst, third and fourth Wednesday of each Madeline Josephine Flowers, Camble Mckinney, Andrea Amber Lynette Ross, Jal- cent increase over the last fi ve property tax bills. When own- timony that people were being month. Civics and government topics will be discussed that are required to pass the U.S. Jasmine Anna-Maria Fonse- Medrano, Matthew Nicholas yssa Jamil Sanchez, Juan- years. About two-thirds of that ers believe their property has told that the value could go citizenship interview. ca, Da’shaun Lavoris Foster Merlos, Shaina Monee Miles, manuel Santana, Uriel San- is in the form of general obliga- been appraised above market up, you should settle," he said. Below are the programs that occur every week, unless the library is closed: and Justice Mikenna Garcia. Matison Amiyah Mitchell, tibanez, Jade Tanzia Scott, tion bonds, which are repaid by value in the periodic apprais- "That's just wrong," replied Tuesday, Babytime lapsit, 10:30 a.m. For babies 0 to 18 months, featuring a moth- Daniela Garza, Trynity Frida Miranda Monreal, Je- Zyann Deasia Smith, Luis property taxes, and can there- al process used to determine Nelson. er-baby lapsit time with fi ngerplays, songs and playtime. Danielle Garza, Alexia Gri- sus Elias Montano Barba, Alejandro Snyder, Eric Ge- fore drive up property tax bills. the value of taxable property Her bill would prohibit an Wednesday, Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. For children, ages 3 to 5 years, features zell Gomez, James Gebree Alexis Emmanuel Mon- rardo Solis, Zakaria Francois “Ultimately (the bill) is within a jurisdiction, they can ARB from further raising an stories, songs, fi ngerplays and a craft. Gordon, Jewel Josephine toya-Carias, Carlos Ignacio Soudine, Malaika Zandile about just giving voters a clear protest that valuation to the lo- property's value above the pro- Wednesday, 2 – 3 p.m.: Basic computer classes (Vietnamese). Learn mouse, keyboard- Gould, Manuel Esteban Gra- Morales and Jessica Yen Ngo. Tapela, Maximo Alejandro picture of local debt and its cal appraisal review board. A tested value to coerce the tax- ing, basic internet skills and more at this weekly class in Vietnamese. Registration is jales, Jonathan Edward Col- Linh Solena Ngo, Tri Kel- Tapia and Victor Ararath Te- effect on their property taxes 2018 survey on ARB perfor- payer to settle the complaint. requested. in Grider, Jocelyn Guerra, vin Ngo, Anh Huynh Nguy- jeda-Valdez. when they are asked to vote on mance conducted by the state Nelson said this bill is Thursday, Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. For toddlers from birth to 3 years, storytime Briseyda Jocelyn Guzman, en, Cathy Kim Nguyen, Cin- Continued on Page 5A a bond,” Campbell said. comptroller, found that respon- identical to a bill that received features stories, songs, fi ngerplays and bubbles. Her bill would require cer- dents felt the three-member unanimous support in the Sen- Saturday, Vietnamese learning time, for adults and children ages 8 and older. Classes tain information to be dis- boards as a whole generally ate last session, but didn't clear begin at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. It’s the new year and a great closed directly upon the ballot performed satisfactorily, with the House. Additionally, most time to take a class to help with a skill for work, gain understanding of a topic or learn SSouthouth BBelt-Ellingtonelt-Ellington LeaderLeader form in a bond election. “Plac- more than 80 percent saying of the measure's provisions are a language. There are many free classes available online at the library website or on the ing this information on the that their board as a whole also included in Bettencourt's internet, through universities or other sources. Practice navigating the internet to learn –– The Voice of Community-Minded People –– ballot where voters are asked was fair. When considering major tax reform bill, SB 2, about these, or sign up for one. For more information on these programs, speak with Loc to approve of the bond is the individual members, however, passed out of the Property Tax Bui. 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 most transparent place to en- the numbers get much lower, Committee February 14th, so it For more information on these programs, call the library at 832-927-7870. E-mail: [email protected] sure that voters can make an with almost two-thirds of re- will likely fi nd some path back Library hours are: Thursday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 1 – 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 informed decision about the spondents identifying a single to the House again this session. p.m.; Sunday, closed; Monday, 1 – 9 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, 10 debt,” she said. Taxing juris- board member as unfair. The Senate reconvened a.m. – 9 p.m. Davy & Marie Flickinger, owners dictions would have to disclose Nelson’s bill would seek Wednesday, Feb. 27, at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 28, 2019, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 J. Frank Dobie High School announces third six-weeks honor roll

J. Frank Dobie High School sa Raquel Montero Hernandez, Danielle Marie Bulman, Jose Alejo Rodriguez and Ma- rie Lawson, Daniel Isaiah Laz- dro Calderon Vargas, Meloni and Natalie Rodriguez. Smith, Jalon Dejaun Smith, inic Nguyen Trinh, Chelsey has announced its honor roll Denise Desirae Montes-Dix- Devin Jacob Caballero, Jose rissa Deanna Roy. cano, Hannah May Lazo, Gia Camacho, Roberto Elias Cam- Noah Andrew Roman, Kalista Lanae Smith, Rachel Elizabeth Urdiales, Clare Aine for the third six-weeks. on, Luis Diego Morales, Ed- Alberto Cabrera, Renata Bo- Sandy Ruiz, Emily Lau- Hoang Le, Jessica Kimmai pa, Ricardo Garza Canales, Kayla Marie Romero, Lidia Celeste Smith, Emily Solis, Vanpelt and Brianna Desiree Honor Roll win Moreno, Jesalynn Ruth Beth Cadena, Khadryan A. ren Rummel, Celeste Rose Le, Trung Vo Dinh Le, Kari Yazmine Athena Carrillo and Alicia Salazar, Valeria Ber- Giovani Solis, Victoria Ade- Vega. Ninth grade Moreno, Shayla Janae Morri- Lyssa Caldwell, Esmeralda Salazar, Casandra Salinas De Edith Leija, Elaine Anh Lien, Iasis Lachelle Carrington. enice Salazar, Christian Jar- lina Solis, Ashley Lynette Tanner Davidmichael Bayan Abdeljawwad, An- son, Avry Gail Munoz, Karissa Calvillo, Alberto Josue Cam- Leon, Alejandra Aide San- Jeremiah Forsyth Little, Aly- Itzel Paola Castaneda Guti- ed Saldivar, Kareem Andres Sorto, Gloria De Jesus Suazo Vega, Cristian Everardo Vela, gelica Corazon Acac, Eris Fe- Munoz, Karime Murguia, Tja- pa, Matthew Alexander Cam- chez, June Delilah Santil- sia Nichole Loosa, Erin Marie errez, Angel Alexander Cas- Salomon, Angelina Rebec- Osorio, Michelle Ta and Mi- Zoe Nicole Vela, Marco An- lipe Acosta, Victoria Elizabeth sa Ariyana Murray and Ashley pos, Yarline Carolina Campos, lanes, Emily Dianey Santos, Loosier, Samantha Eliana Lo- tillo, Connor Anthony Caugh- ca Sanchez, Gabriel Alfonso chaela Cora Taylor. tonio Velazquez, Caroline Acosta, Kemi Star Alade, Ada- Michelle Napper. Rayden Xavier Canales, No- Madeline Marie Schwaus- pez, Milow Lozano and David lin, Elsa Ceballos, Diocelina Sanchez, Kaitlyn Nicole San- Abel Tellez, Christian An- Venegas, Melissa Vidal, Vy lynn Alanis, Dominic Kiril Al- Johnathan Ythien Ngo, Bri- emi Yaressi Casas, Kiana Liss- ch, Josselyn Beatriz Serpas Edward Lukner. Chavez-Sanchez, Preston Van chez, Justin Lee Sanders and dres Tijerina, Ariana Kaylee Phuong Vu Viet, Franklin Vil- anis, Montserrat Xitlalic Alba, an Thai Nguyen, Grace Ni- beth Casco and Grace Brianna Jimenez, Lillian May Simons, Thien Huong Ngoc Luu, Chung, Tania Lashaun Collier, Karina Nicole Santos-Lanuza. Toran, Adriana Alexis Toro, lalobos, Izabelle Lee Villar- Jaidyn Brianna Almaguer, cole My Hanh Nguyen, Jaclyn Castaneda. Amari Deon Singleton and Trung Quang Luu, Tin Chanh Arissa Serena Contreras, An- Heidi Sabrina Sauceda, Fernanda Torres, Alexis Hang real, Hao Nhat Vuong, Kayla Naydelin Almaguer, Vanessa Uyen Nguyen, Jeenny Nguy- Juan Raul Castaneda, Kloey Lanette Smith. Ly, Mercedes Miranda Mach- ayah Moniqua Rochelle Coo- Lauren Elizabeth Schwausch, Thu Tran, Dinh Phu Tran, Danielle Wilson, Caitlyn Ju- Isabel Alvarado Aleman, Abra- en, Kathleen Nguyen, Kim Kenj’a Shauntae Chenier, Toni Michelle Smith, Mari- ado, Aleyda Jazlynn Maldo- per, Ivan Nicholas Cortez, Je- Destinee Faye Seanior, Nee- Khiem Quang Tran, Lily Ann liette Woitena, Olivia Yanez, ham Raul Amaro-Diaz, Emily Nguyen, Lilly Thanh Nguy- Hannah Elizabeth Collazos, sa Michelle Soto, Kendall Fay nado, Mariah Lee Mancillas, leasa Renee Crawford, Andrea ma Mohamad Shafaei, Alexis Tran, Patrick Tinh Tran, Taylor Jack Henry Yu and Jaime Amezcua and Juan Araujo Sil- en, Linh Ha My Nguyen, Na- David Adrian Corte, Alisha Spafford, Madelyn Gabriele Sarah Caprice Marquez, Jorge Jazmin Cruz, Angela Leticia Ayanna Shaw, Camille Hope Tran, Tien Hoang Tran, Dom- Yzaguirre. vestre. talie Thao-Han Nguyen, Thien Monique Countee, Nicholas Spray, Santrell Deshawn Stew- Emiliano Martinez Islas, Javier Cruz and Huy Quoc Khanh Dayyani Belisa Arbole- Phuc Thi Tran Nguyen and Antonio Covarrubias, Danny ard, Christina Danielle Suarez, Seferino Martinez, Lauren Jas- Dao. da, Rafael Antonio Argueta, Thu Ngoc Anh Nguyen. Ngoc Dang, Marshall Khang Jyraine Irybelle Daya-On Su- min Martinez, Monica Mas- Celestina Olivia Deluna, Hussiel Arias, Cristofer Ariza Tommy Tang Nguyen, Dang, Tyler Dang, Amaya dario, Elyssa Reane Sulak, soud, Marissa Ann Maxwell Dang Hai Doan, Hoang Yen Dobie FCCLA advances to state Nunez, Jorge Luis Arredon- Tung Quang Nguyen, Uyen Dasiana Daniels, Alyssa Faith Dylan Thanh-Trung Ta, Wazha and Madison Nicole Mcclel- Duong, Jacklynn Le Duong, do, Ublester Arroyo Espinoza, Gia Nguyen, Victoria Diep Day, Jacob Alexander De La Tapela Tapela, Jared Jarrel Tate land. Katelynn Nguyen Duong, Keegan Neal Ashworth, Elijah Nguyen, Huong Hoang Thuy Rosa, Zachary Dylan De- and Eric P. To. Jacob Alexander Mckenzie, Ngan Hoang Duong, Tiffa- Antonio Ayala, Jazmyne Me- Ninh, Andrea Sofi a Nunez, hoyos, Isabella Rosario Del- Alyssa Giselle Toro, Gerar- Christian Jamiechicas Medi- ny Tram Duong, Jacqueline laynie Backman, Valery Lizett Nicholas Oscar Ochoa, Dam- gado, Vinh Thethanh Diep and do Torres, Julio Andres Torres, na, Ava Jolie Maya Rainwater Duque, Elizabeth Bettye Early, Baez, Nickolas Baron, Jordan aris Anjanae Oder, Sairi Oliva Daniel Dinh. Noah Matthew Torres, Miguel Mendez, Christopher James Osasere Edo-Ewansiha, Mari- Jamar Barrett, Andre A. Barri- Leal, Angel Gabriel Oliva Lo- Celene Le Duong, Dieu Angel Torres-Velasco, Natalia Mendiola-Garcia, Annye Me- ela Elizondo, Sarah Leeann entos, Miguel Angel Bazaldua pez, Melane Galilea Olvera, Xuan Duong, Abby Duron, Camille Townes, Deborah Thy lissa Mendoza Aguilar, Eliza- Ensey, Angela Escamilla and and Tennille Philicia Bell. Alayla Denise Oneal, Natalie Drake Elias Escobedo, Fran- Tran, Kathy Mai-Trang Tran, beth Diana Mendoza, Dwayne Eric Escobedo. Raul Xavier Belman, An- Onozie, Caroline Itzel Orta, cisco Estrada, Charde Lashae Lili Ann Tran, Yen Vu My Anthony Mills, Taiya Antone Jonathan Caleb Escobe- thony Paul Benavides, Ri- Patrick Alexis Ortega and Se- Ewing, Gavin Scott Aidan Tran, Deeangel Trinh, Kev- Mitchell, Leena Osama Mo- do, Celine Nicole Espinosa, ani Tania Benton, Gabriel- bastian Ortega. Feeley, Lizbeth Flores, Lizeth in Huy Trinh, Everett James hamad, Jonathan Francisco Melanie Lee Espinosa, Emily la Raye Binns, Savannah Abigail Alicia Ortiz, Cas- Flores, Miliana Janae Flores, Triplette and Marisol Isabel Mokarzel and Christopher Ro- Jovanna Estrada, Hiram Isa- Marie Brookland, Kendall sandra Osorio, Diego Osu- Brock Asher Fosnight, Alaysia Valadez. dolfo Monita. ias Flores, Katherine Flores, Gisele Brown, Gabriella Cam- na, Brandon Alfredo Pache- Marie Foster, Annabell Celeste Gia Merie Vargas Diaz, Colby Austin Moorer, Quinn Caleb Gabino, Atziri po, Giselle Carolina Canas, co-Moreno, Isabella Elida Gamez, Braden Dewayne Gant Marina Carrillo Vasquez, Mi- Brooke Madison Morales, Galarza, Ana Isabel Gallardo, Amy Thuy Cao, Jose Guada- Padilla, Jeremiah Neil Rabang and Alexander Joshua Garcia. chelle Vegaguerrero, Madylin Kristy Anahi Morales, Juliana Natasha Rae Gangestad, Adri- lupe Cardenas, Anthony Cas- Palma, Keith James Parker, Argelia Garcia, Damian Alexis Vela, Hilda Anahi Vene- Moreno, Allison Neira, Hal- ana Karyme Garcia, Benito tillo, Eloy Cavazos Ramirez, Abigail Paz, Amy Pham, Ash- Garcia, Emily Nichole Gar- gas, Alexander Villarraga, Tif- lie R. Nelms, Alyssa Quynh Ivan Garcia, Bryan Joel Garcia Colton Ray Chahayed and Al- ley Dang Pham, Jason Pham, cia, Isaac Josiah Garcia, Janie fany Angel Villarreal, Hailey Nguyen, Ashley Nguyen, Dai- and Jael Anahi Garcia. ani Eloisa Chapa. Kristyn Thanh Pham, Tina Isabel Garcia, Joseph Aaron Nicole Villegas, Oliver Vivas sy Thuy Tram Nguyen, Danny Jaydon Hector Garcia, Jen- Alyssa Brianna Chapman, Mai Pham, Loc Tan Ly Phan Garcia, Andrea Garibay, Alys- and Diep Thi Ngoc Vo. Thanh Nguyen, Donna Ngoc nifer Marcela Garcia, Maribel Jasmine Giselle Chew, Joe and Valerie Phi Yen Phonxay- sa Marie Garza, Brissa Marie Thuc Uyen Vo, Anh Que Nguyen, Dung Tuan Nguyen, Garza, Olivia Renee Garza, Kevin Chicas, Dataysia Elaine alinkham. Garza, Savannah Rae Garza, Nguyen Vu, Razzmon Jamari- Duyen Chau Minh Nguyen Paulina Garza, Nicholas Ro- Cisneros, Matthew Christo- Donyea Simone Porter, Vanessa Garza, Madison Tay- yae Williams, Jadah Seda- and Elina Tu Thanh Nguyen. land Gaytan, Riley Michael pher Collins, Frank Allan Ro- Javon Allen Portis, Kori Ger- lor Gates, Zachary Anthony lia Willrich, Hannah Isabel- Jennifer Han Nguyen, Gilbert, Darianna Renee mano Concepcion, Isaac An- maine Pounds, Aiden O’neal Glover, Wesley Paul Godwin, la Woernley, Joshua Richard Jessica Tien Nguyen, John- Glenn, Angel Isaiah Gomez, thony Corte, Ashara Crum, Provost, Isabela Pruneda, Joel Alyssa Renee Gomez, Roy Wygant, Enlai Derrick Yii, ny Quang Nguyen, Leslie Eduardo Gomez, Alivia Nicole Sebastian Alexander Cruz, Joshua Quezada, Marilee Qui- Alexander Gomez, Anastasia Jannatun Nahar Zaman and Bigh Ngoc Nguyen, Ngan Gonzalez, Alysa Marie Gonza- Benson Carter Cubos, Malia roga, Badria Hazzaa Rajoub, Nicole Gonzales and Alayna Emma Delia Zapata. Pham-Thien Nguyen, Nguyen lez, Daniela Lizeeth Gonzalez Dobie High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America participat- Alexandria Curry, Arvin Clark Josue Uziel Ramales, Victoria Noel Gonzalez. Eleventh Grade Phuong Thao Nguyen, Nhien and Diego Gonzalez. ed in the Region IV competition events Feb. 14 – 15 in Galveston. Two groups of Andres Cuyo and Tara Dang. Elizabeth Ramirez, Damaris Andrea Gonzalez, Daisy Abrianna Isabel Aguilar, Ngoc Nguyen, Quynh Nhat Gabriella Veronica Gonza- Dobie’s FCCLA advanced to state. The fi rst group participated in Illustrated Talk William Khoa Dao, Fer- Jael Ramos Martinez, Alexan- Gonzalez, David Jesus Gon- Gema Isabel Alanis, Santiago Nguyen, Thanh Pham-Thien lez, Stephanie Nicole Gonza- in the occupational category with the topic bullying. This group took fi rst place nanda America Davila, Lucin- dra Ramos and Dakarey Ma- zalez, Elizabeth Celest Gonza- Ivan Albarran, Jada Vernice Nguyen, Thanh Phuong Nguy- lez, Victoria Lauren Gonzalez, and its team members were Karina Santos, senior; and Xochilt Martinez, senior. da Sunfl ower Davis, Trajan likih Modean Ramsay. lez, Darren Javon Groves, Aixa Alix, Taylor Avery Alvarez, en, Thu Nguyen, Samantha Daija Danielle Green, Dernei- Both Santos and Martinez are repeat state winners. The second group participated Myles Davis, Michael Robert Fabian Rea, Arianna Lexi Guerra Gomez, Allison Jarely Ashley Lizbeth Amaro, Jon- Alazay Ortega, Tiffany Karely sa Dacoria Green, Karen Anh in Illustrated Talk in the senior category with the topic human traffi cking. Alexis De La Garza, Karina Del Vil- Reyna, Janelle Shenea Rich- Guevara Rios, Kiet The Ha, athan Anaya, Tamecia Nicole Oviedo, Allie Tae Parker and Green, Elvis Domingo Guerra, Alvarez, senior, was the member of this group that came in fourth place. Shown lar, Miguel Angel Diosdado, ard, Adrian Eden Rios, Victo- Erica Kim Hay, Briana Kshal Anderson, Adrian Andrade, Imanol Pena. Gisselle Guerra, Max River above are, left to right, Martinez, Santos and Alvarez. They will take part in the Melina Phuong Mai Dongsi, ria Guadalupe Rivera, Vanessa Haywood, Penelope Hernan- Rida Asif, A’lexis La Sur Aus- Maria Fernanda Peredo Guerra, Julissa Andrea Guerre- state competition in Dallas on April 4 – 6. Photo by Ernestina Martinez Emmanuel Lavontre Drain, Jannet Rocha, Lisette Briseidi dez Mendoza, Christopher tin-Woodrow, Ailyn Giselle Aguilar, Mia Jules Pereyra, ro, Asia Monae Hailey, Megan Mohamed Ali Elghawi, Ana- Rodriguez, Megan Alani Ro- Hernandez and Karisa Irene Balderas and Valerie Renea Christopher Jose Perez Medra- Tien Harris and Daniel Alex- laura Elizarraras, Ana Celia driguez, Ashlyn Latrice Ross, Hernandez. Banks. no, Alexis Renee Perez, Jac- ander Hernandez. Espinosa, Jacob Isaiah Estrada Angelica Rubio, Angel Fabian Sarah Celeste Hernandez, Johan Andres Barreiro quelin Perez, Yanely Danayara Katelyn Nicole Hernandez, and Nayely Yissel Faz Urias. Saenz, Kayla Alyssa Salas, Sa- Thomas Feliciano Herrera, Quintero, Eduardo Benavides, Perez, Evamaria Perla, Antho- Natalie Yamilet Hernandez, Moore students win at HLSR Jessica Vanessa Flores, Na- mantha Gizelle Salazar, Paris Joseph Sebastian Hinojosa, Alyssa Mercedes Bernal, Ale- ny Perrett, Charlee Alexandria Julyssa Marie Herrera, Nadia Two third-graders from Moore Elementary, Matrida Masau and Giovannie Alvear, are dia Marie Flores, Evan Nicolas Nicole Saldarriaga and Haley Ylise Ianna Hinojosa, Jennifer sia Michelle Bill, Justin Duane Peters, Abraham Dang Pham, Itzel Herrera, Brian Khang winners of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Western Heritage Community Chal- Fuentes, Celeste Eloisa Gallar- Danae Salinas. Nguyen Ho, Amy Anh Hoang, Blogg, Sean Austin Bonner, Hughes Pham, Kelly Nguyen Le Hoang, John Hoang, Trev- lenge Decorating Contest. Their works of art were selected two of the 200 best in the do, Gabriela Elyse Galvan, Ka- Luis Fernando Salinas, Il- Kelly Hoang, Quang Hong, Giambi Caron Boyd, Jason Pham, Ngan Kim Phan and or Anthony Hondros, Lunzell greater Houston area of thousands of entries and will be on display in NRG Center, Hall tie Suzette Gamez, Noe Rodri- ianna Sanchez, Santos Davila Ethan Alexander Russell Austin Brooks, Luke Anthony Timmy Thanh-Tu Phan. Dunvon Houston, Ivy Lyn- B, near Miss Moo’s Barn, between Friday, March 8, and Sunday, March 17. guez Gamez, Michael Garcia Sanchez, Areli Santana Rive- Hughes, Jaylne Pryce Hum- Burton, Jesse Manuel Busta- Abraham Joe Pizano, Fri- nngoc Hua, Ricky Dewayne Razo, Aracely Nataly Garcia, ra, Jacqueline Olivia Sauceda, phrey, Deaira Deovious Jack- mante, Sadie Rae Capuchino, da Maribel Quiroz, Kiareliz Humphrey, Kimberly Dinh Isaac Anthony Garcia, Rich- Kelly Torrie Saucedo, Ryan son, Jonathan Henry Jackson Jennifer Elizabeth Carcamo Daylee Ramos, Jonathan Ga- Huynh, Trina Huynh, Van ard Deshawn Gary, Annabelle Keith Saxton, Maya Treshae and Briana Zulem Jamaica. Lovo and Jayla Cherie Car- briel Resendez, Emily Jazmin Thanhthisandy Huynh and Garza, Michael Andrew Gar- Scott, Noah Arthur Scott, Johana Jasso, Evelyn Gisel mouche. Reyes, Jose Alberto Reyes, Jade Elizabeth Jacobo. za, Sherlyn Alexandra Gavidia Jazmine Elizabeth Segovia, Jimenez Davila, Devin Wes- Chrislen Chantil Carpio Andres Eduardo Rios, Daniel Mikayla Shyana Jean- and Timothy Quoc Giang. Kal El Self, Roselin Serrano, ley Johnson, Princess Jones, Moni, Thomas Patrick Carson, Eduardo Rivera Arita, Dany- charles, Sierra Christen Jop- Darielys Danhay Gil Vil- Amira Ni’kkole Shephard and Casey Voncile Junkin, Briana Diego Alan Cerda, Jacob Ed- al Mehdi Rizvi, Angel Liliana lin, Joshua Elmer Kay, Justin lavicencio, Kayla Iliana Go- Jaelan Donae Sherman. Isabelle Keim, Danae Euge- gar Chavez, Priscella Chavez, Rodriguez, Ashley Isabelle Brandon Lavinier, Hoang Vu mez, Gloria Minerva Gonza- Ahmed Maher Shobaki, nia Kostikoglou, Thao Phuong Victoria Pham Chu, Courtney Rodriguez, Julian Alexander Le, Melody Ngoc Thuy Le, les, Isaac Lee Gonzales, Alyssa Darius Terrell Shorter, Sindy Lam, Vanessa Marie Lam, Ha Van Chung, Christian Antonio Rodriguez, Naomi Sarai Ro- Nhi Catherine Tu Doan Le, Darlet Gonzalez, Andrea Mar- Michell Sierra Lopez, Ideli- My Thi Le, Lewis Le, Tony Le, Cleckley, Sophia Colmenares, driguez, Gabriel Postel Rojas Thompson Le, Vincent Thien- ley Gonzalez, Isaac Abel Gon- ya Maria Sifuentes, Alize Ne- Jesus Jael Leon, Amar George Danielle Joy Colunga, Samuel and Miracle Joyce Rollins. lac Le, Nayeli Legaspi, Nicho- zalez, Ivan Gonzalez, Jennefer vaeh Silva, Metzli Jamile Sil- Anthony Lewis, Evelyn Anh Contreras, Brenna Elyse Cook, Alex Christian Rosalez, las Dustrius Lewis, Jose Fran- Suzzeth Gonzalez, Jesus Enim va, Kenzie Ida Snook, Kielee Lien, Arlenys Liens Alvarez Dontavion Demond Crosby Jackson Taefi l Ruiz, Aliyah cisco Londono, Cris Noemi Gonzalez, Paris Sky Gonza- Ashell Snook, Alexa Anne and Abel Alexander Limachi. and Bianca Gabrielle Cruz. Janae Salas, Leonardo Salas, Lopez, Samantha Nicole Lo- lez, Daniel Eduardo Grajales, Snow-Eaton, Piseth So, Gali- Tarzis Jonathan Lobos, Julisa Cruz, Enoc Ruben Crystal Salgado, Caroline Ma- pez, Jenny Lu, Johnny Khang Damarcus Lavon Groves and lea Monserrat Solis, Gerardo Chanel Laraine Lofton, Cher- Curiel, Tammy Tam Dang, rie Salinas, Cassandra Marie Lu, Nicolas Miguel Luna and Melody Jade Guerrero. Solis, Jasmin Janet Sosa, Ce- alyn Latrice Lofton, Nathan Victoria Thien-Nga Dao, Pur- Salinas, Cecilia Marie Salinas, Austin Luu. Briana Gutierrez, Carolina leste Belia Spiller and Kyle Lopez, Sandy Nhi Lu, Jo- ba Angela Daria, Darian Jay Nicholas Estevan Salinas, Ana Tam Thanh Luu, Hieu Marie Gutierrez, Zoe Mychell Christopher Stokes. seph Paul Lukner, Truc Thanh Delgado, Lauren Alexandera Isabel Sanchez, Eloy Sanchez, Minh Ly, Nairda Nico Mace- Guy, Scotlynn Moira Ham- Kevin Duy Su, Giselle Luu, Amir Tourek Mabry, Lo- Deramus, Duyen Ngoc Thien Javen D’ahn Sanchez, Ryan do, Kathy Mai, Steven Julio ilton, Alexis Antoinette Har- Alexis Suarez, Alex Lee Sus- gan Adelis Marcano, Nohe- Do, Quang Ngoc Do, Hoan Eugene Sarazen, Samantha Manon, Kali Marquez, Ezekial ris, Alexis Henriquez, Andres ko, Huxley Denz Geromo Ta- my Marquez, Adrian Marti- My Tran Doan, Ivan Artu- Jeanne Schroder, Miranda Ni- Martinez, Lauren Lee Marti- Sebastian Hernandez, Elijah ganahan, Kenneth Louis Teze- nez, Gerardo Yahir Martinez, ro Dominguez and Angelina cole Serrano and Maryam Sha- nez, Stephanie Martinez, Alee- Zavier Hernandez, Guadalupe no, Msethel Renee Thomas, Lailah Martinez, Erin Paige Phuongthanh Dong. hid. na Mathew, Trinity Justina Lizbeth Hernandez, Niklas Brooklyn Renee Thompson, Maslonka and Cadie Colleen Gabriela Jasmin Dorantes, Raneem Maher Shobaki, Briana Maxwell, Alexis Aja- Ricardo Hernandez, Rodolfo Rosmery Torres Lara, Diego Masterson. Alonso Dosal, Marcus Jordan Dejai Monet Simmons, Felic- laa Mcgee, Alejandra Mon- Hernandez, Annie Abigail Alexis Torres, Eleezabeth Kyle William Mcdonald, Doss, Kay Duong, Osayi Glo- ity Michelle Soto, Jaden Avior serrat Mendez, Kaleb Richard Herrera Welchez and Gene- Consuelo Torres, Esbeidy Ju- Taizhon Allen Mckinney, ria Edigin, Jacob Ryan Efi rd, Stephens, Vincent Quang Ta, Monroe, Lisette Montalvo and vieve Francis Herrera. dith Torres, Jose Alejandro Gavin William Mcmurry, Pa- Annette Florine Eonne, Joshua Charlize Aurora Tamayo, Ca- Alondra Montelongo. Mauricio Herrera, Pedro Torres and Phoebe Alejandra tricia Medina, Oscar Medrano, Dean Erickson, Justin Cole Es- leb Alexander Tamez, Alexis Adrian Cristobal Montez, Angel Herrera, Phuc Nguyen Torres. Joel Mejia, Alejandro Israel quivel, Efosa Osagie Ewansi- Orloo Thomas, Kobe Isiah Ramiro David Moreno Trev- Thien Hoang, Sarrionna Kar- Vanessa Elizabeth Torres, Melendez, Nicholas Antonio ha, Granyeli Feliciano, Carson Thompson, Amy Tieu, Minh ino, Alejandro Moreno, Jon- ina Hobbs, Sharon Georgette Annette Phuonganh Tran, Eric Mendoza, Desiree Renee Mill- Neal Fletcher, Gerson Alexis Hoang To, Alyssa Jennifer athan Roger Moreno, Eliana Holifi eld, Mia Alejandra Hor- Quy Tran, Lilly Mai Hue Tran, er, Ashley Sofi a Miranda, Car- Flores, Nancy Mitchell Flores Torres, Dianna Torres, Imegen Marissa Munoz, Michaela ton, Taelyn Neshae Hudson, Thu Minh Tran, Tracy Tram olina Sarai Miranda, Elias Al- and Stephanie Judith Flores. Rayne Torres and James Adam Munoz, Jade Janae Nanez, Re- Andrew Khoa Huynh, Lara Tran, Vanessa Van Thanh Tran, exander Montez and Daniela Viviana Frias, Lee Andrew Torres. nita Nicole Navy, Luis Andres Khanh Huynh, Thuat Nhu Violet Tuong Vy Tran, Julian Montoya. Frost, Noe Alejandro Garcia Shamanta Jakeln Torres, Neira, Kayla Janae Newsome, Matrida Masau (center) poses with her fi rst-place artwork with Celena Hudspeth, Huynh, Tina Huynh, Jennifer Trevino, Han Gia Truong, Nabila Islam Munshi, Mia Moreno, Adrian Garcia, An- Sidney Milen Torres, Ashley Jeany Phan Ngo, Judy Ngo, third-grade teacher (left); and Guadalupe Hudson, art teacher. Below, Giovannie Nneoma Ibe, Emily Alexa Ig- Kailey Jianne Tsikis, Trinity Faith Alyssa Myers, Neriah drew Garcia, Jaydon Antho- Andreaduron Tovar, Charlie Thu Anh Ngoc Ngo, Aaron Alvear (right) proudly displays his blue ribbon creation standing with Hudson lesias, Remi Elon Jackson, Ni- Marie Tucker, Kevin Ricardo Josslyn Nanez, Janah Nas- ny Garcia, Ximenna Garfi as Kha Tran, Dan Hoang Tran, Tyler Viet Nguyen, Alan Tuieu (left); and Maury Klann, third-grade teacher. Photo submitted cole Jasso, Julia Isabel Jimenez Turcios, Jose Isaac Valladares er, Joshua Hay Nath, Michael Vazquez, Nayeli Garibay, Val- Jordan Minh Thanh Tran, Sa- Nguyen and Andy Nguyen. and Adrion Lee Johnson. Guzman, Genessis Elektra Chine Merem Ndudim, Jona- erie Marie Garibay, Madison vannah Elizabeth Tran, Si- Bao Tran Nguyen, Dalila Alexis Amina Kamal, Valtierra, Kristal Monserra than Neira, Amy Thaomy Ngo, Lane Garrett, Yanelly Garza, mon Toan Tran, Steven Rey Thao Nguyen, Danny Nguyen, Mohammad Faheem Khan, Vargas and Daniela Vazquez. Thien Ngoc Ngo, Alan Thanh Brianna Lynnette Gomez, An- Trevino, Aidan Quan Quang Danny Huy Nguyen, Dat Huu Keely Nicole King, Anh Nhat Melanie Ariana Velazquez, Nguyen, Albert Truong Nguy- thony Gonzales, Noah Elijah Trinh, Ashley Joanne Tsikis, Nguyen, Elena Tran Nguyen, Ky, Edward Alexander Lara, Venerable O. Villanueva, en, Andrew Ngoc Nguyen, Gonzales and Seth Allen Gon- Sarah Micaela Tyler, Amaode Francis Phan Nguyen, Jennifer Christofer Laygo, An Nguy- Emilio Villarreal, Fernando Augustin Hoang Nguyen and zalez. Uchendu, Kiara Zafi ro Valen- Ngoc Nguyen, Kennedy Hoa en Hong Le, Nhi Hoang Le, Villarreal, Luis Emilliano Vil- Bruce Vinh Nguyen. Vivian Nicole Gonzalez, cia, Mo Nai Ann Vallery, Alis- Nguyen, Khanh Mai Nguyen, Thong Minh Le, Tracey Le, larreal, Melanie-Tu Thi Vo, Dang Tran Hai Nguyen, Alexia Natalia Goulbourne, sa Monique Vara and Yazmin Michelle Kim Nguyen, Natalie Dylan John Leonard, Kevin Michael Wotonwo Vouffo, Harrison Nguyen, Henry Huy Alejandra Zafi ro Gracias, Ki- Guadalupe Vasquez. Mai Nguyen, Nikki Mai Nguy- Charles Lewis, Stanton Lewis, Hailey Hien Vu, Kathleen Nguyen, Hieu Xuantrung anna Ta’nae Groves, Mique- Alexys Rayne Vela, Oscar en, Randy Quang Nguyen, Guadalupe Alexander Lopez Quynh Vu, Ngan Thi Kim Nguyen, Huy Mai Nguyen, la Danielle Guajardo, Roge- Norberto Velasquez, Saman- Ronald Tai Nguyen, Thy Doan Alfaro, Elissa Joely Lopez and Vu, Paul Hoang Vu and Cyrae Jason Hoang Nguyen, Lucas lio Dejesus Guajardo, Ivonne tha Marie Velasquez, Dayan Anh Nguyen and Tiffany Ngoc Xavier Cuauhtemoc Lopez. Kristen Washington. Uy Nguyen, Steven Nguyen, Monserrath Guerrero Aguilar, Villavicencio Rolffot, Cam- Nguyen. Ayanna Lene’ Love, Ga- Amber Joslyn Webster, So- Tammy Luong Nguyen, Thao Keyla Ivana Guerrero, Gabri- my Ngoc Vo, Cyndietu Thi Vi Thi Thuy Nguyen, Vic- briela Nicole Lozano, Alex- phia Kassandra Wence, Faith Phuong Nguyen, Thi Cam elle Gutierrez, Mikayla Marie Vo, Kathy Hoang Vo, Angela tor Phong Nguyen, Precious andra Luna, Jadelyn Jewel Victoria Williams, Xavier Zion Ngan Nguyen, Tom Minh Tam Gutierrez, Xavier Lawrence Vy Vu, Jessica Ngoc-Anh Vu, Udodirim Oguamanam, Mi- Luna, Hailey Ann Machado, Williams, Luke Peter Witten- Nguyen, Tri Thuan Tran Nguy- Gutierrez, Amy Guzman, Emi- Mary Ngan Vu. chael Chibugo Oko, Brian On- Cristopher Elvin Macias, Chris berg, Aspen Sierra Woods, en and Trishta Quynh Nguyen. lly Guzman, Alina Isabel Her- Thuyen Cao Vu, Trang ofre, Michael Onozie, Kather- James Magana, Keena Maga- Ariana Laura Alise Xayadeth, Trung Quang Nguyen, Viet azo, Joselin Paola Hernandez Dai Ngoc Vu, Kayla Michelle ine Valeria Orta, Alana Evonne na, Jasmine Marie Maldonado, Michael Alejandro Zambrano The Nguyen, Precious Ifea- Corrales and Christian David Wilkerson, Joshua Christian Ortega, Melissa Osuna, Sara Payton Elise Manuel, Trix- and Natalie Jalene Zeledon. maka Oko, Kyana Anne Oli- Hernandez. Williams, Camryn Lee Winch- Christine Otwell, Wendy Ma- ie Amanda Marquez, Brian- Tenth Grade ver, Justin Maverick Padilla, Laila Ellyse Hernandez, er, Erin Faith Woodard, Lian rie Pantoja, Cayla Sofi a Pena na Naomi Marroquin, Ariana Christopher Acevedo, De- Phung Tieu Pang, Danielle Xavier Hernandez, Jonathan Ashley Yii, Marco Antonio and Dominique Desiree Peral- Elizabeth Martin, Juanangel nise Acosta, Gail Kathleen Alexis Perez, Jacob Nicholas David Hernandez Castro, Jon- Zendejas, Adrian Rene Zepe- ta. Martinez, Karen Paola Marti- Afl alo, Maliha Akhter, Ingrid Perez, Kevin Minh Pham, Ley- athan Humberto Herrera, Ath- da, Andrew Jacob Zeped and Alfredo Perez, Bianca Eliz- nez and Lael David Martinez. Tatiana Alaniz Quintanilla, na Pham, Mary Tuyet Pham, ena Tuyet Ninh Ho, Jacob Vinh Kimberley Judith Zometa. abeth Perez, William Joseph Lexi Martinez, Celina Bryan Albarran, Anna Gabrie- Ky Ky Duong Phan, Destiny Ho, Kennedy Bao Ho, Peter Twelfth Grade Pettis, Minh-Triet Ngoc Pham, Mata, Astrid Dayana Matam- la Allen, Cristina Isabel Alon- Pichardo, Deonta Dewayne Quoc-Vuong Hoang, Tiffany Alondra Acevedo, David Rachel Pham, Amy Nhi Phan, oros Montoya, Cory’on Jer- so, Jimena Alvarez, Breleana Polk, Natalie Quinteros, Less- Thanh Hoang, Kacy Abigail Patrick Amaya, Adrius Sincere Khoi Kevin Phan, Jazmin rod Matthews, Boston Sim- Marie Anderson, Liberty Ni- ly Ramirez, Marc Anthony Huerta, Doan Thy Ba Huynh, Anderson, Brisa Antunez-Var- Gabriella Pina, Taylor Tress one Mcafee, Makenzie Ryelee cole Anderson, Jayla Marie Ramirez and Michael Aidan Katelynxuan Thi Huynh, Thi gas, Aslyn Gesselle Argueta- Pleasants, Fernando Portillo, Mcelhaney, Andreas Giovanni Arenas, Maritza Marlene Arre- Ramirez. Hoang Huynh and Vivian torres, Arismendy Aristy, El- Cervantis Idris Pounds, Gime- Mcglotha, Emma Reese Mck- ola and Maryam Maytham Mckenzie Paige Rankins, Quynh Huynh. yssa Karmen Armenta, Julian na Melissa Quintanilla and Al- enzie, Ashlyne Celest Medi- Badr. Jaden Alyssa Rendon, Fran- Breyzze Loghan Irving, Arredondo, Rachel Arroyo Es- lyssa Mariah Ramirez. na, Christian Agustin Medina, Adrian Dominick Baragan, cesca Paola Reyes, Devin De- Reginald Jawan Jefferson, pinoza, Unity Anastasia Ayala, Kera Nikole Ramirez, Mad- Estefania Medina, Jessica Su- Aliyah Barreiro, Annaya Bri- nise Richard, Israel Manuel Cynthia Carmona Jennings, Victoria Noemi Ayala, Ulvi ison Lee Ramirez, Rijja Ra- zanne Medina, Jimena Me- elle Belton, Briana Guadalupe Rico, Mia Alexandria Ridge, Caroline Renee Jordan, Sree- Baktashi and Corina Gisselle sool, Roberto Emmanuel Ray- dina, Crystal Mejia, Lauren Benavides, Jasmin Adamaris Melanie Rios, Elvis Jorge Ri- joni Kabir, Mckayla Jayne Banda. os, Alexa Reyes, Hugo Cesar Michelle Mendez, Katelyn Benitez, Kaitlyn Marie Bess, vas Hernandez, Katherine Karsten, Tasmeha Jahan Kazi, Vivian Alizeyah Banda, Rios, Ashley Crystal Rivera, Mendoza, Aala Osama Mo- Carlos Jair Bonilla, Melisa No- Marie Rivas Ramirez, Ivan Mahrukh Khan, Irene Sojung Roberto Antonio Bavis Den- Patricia Galindo Rocha, Angel hamad and Naydelin Isayana hemy Bonilla, Kameron Jay Moises Rivera, Lauren Ash- Kim, Joyelle Dawn Marie con, Gerardo Benavides, Andre Rodriguez, Christian Molina Contreras. Brinkley, Corey Reese Britton, ley Robinson, Benito Gabriel Knight and Truong Vu Quang Christian Antoine Blackmon, Xavier Rodriguez, Gustavo Marcus Andre Momie, An- Elizabeth My Hong Bui, Julia Rodriguez, Denise Alexandra Lai. Aylin Michelle Bonilla, Kelvin Alejandro Rodriguez, Illiana drew Adonai Montano, Melis- Thao Bui and Tony Mai Bui. Rodriguez, Emily Rodriguez, Phat Minh Lam, Kayla Ma- Ivan Bonilla, Diego Alessan- Renay Engracia Rodriguez Page 4 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, February 28, 2019 Gonzalez places first State runoff underway Over The Back Fence by Alexis Continued from Page 1A ris County Clerk Dr. Diane cast their ballot at any one of Trautman. the fi ve locations from 7 a.m. For more information to 7 p.m. about the March 5 special The nearest early voting runoff election or to see a location for South Belt res- complete list of polling lo- BRAYDEN CELEBRATES 17TH BIRTHDAY! days Feb. 28 through March 6. Gladys Segura. The day for a birthday cake idents is the Harris County cations, visit www.Harris Brayden Espinosa turns 17 years old on Atkinson Elementary for Kimberly Camfield is March 2. Scarsdale Annex located at Votes.com or call the Harris Friday, March 1. Lots of hugs and best wishes Sing two verses of a happy birthday song Thompson Intermediate 10851 Scarsdale and Beamer. County Clerk’s Offi ce at 713- for a fantastic birthday are sent from proud March 2 to Monica Salazar and Tim Verden. Katrina Morris enjoys a happy birthday “The Harris County early 755-6965. Voters may also grandparents Jannie and Robert Scarberry, Burnett Elementary March 1. Light the birthday candles March 2 voting locations for this elec- visit the website to determine former longtime South Belt residents; mom Blow out the birthday candles March 2 for for Jill Butler and Cynthia Lozano. The day tion are only available to in- if they are eligible to vote in Jenny Hayes; sisters Baylee Espinosa Connie Aviles. for a birthday celebration for Caleb Lopez is dividuals who are registered the upcoming election or re- and Olivia Moreno; uncle Tyler Scarberry; Bush Elementary March 6. to vote in State Representa- view the sample ballot before aunt Stacey (Hayes), uncle Stephen and The day for a birthday gift for Marlynn Dobie High tive District 145,” said Har- going to vote at the polls. cousins Kennedy, Owen and Evie Flowers; Beltran is March 4. The day for a triple-layer birthday cake for uncle Joseph Hayes; and uncle Austin, aunt Genoa Elementary Shay Woodruff, Zoila Salazar and Amada Tiffany and cousins Jade and Lily Scarberry. March 3 is the day for a celebration for Tetuyev is Feb. 28. Marking a special birth- USCG CPO ring stolen BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR YOLANDA Mirabel Garcia. day March 1 is Selen Reyes. Happy birth- Continued from Page 1A woman (possibly Hispanic) Best wishes from family and friends are Meador Elementary day greetings are in order March 3 for Erin The victim said the ring around 60 years old, stand- sent to longtime Sagemont resident Yolanda Marking a birthday March 1 is Ashley Thompson. is easily identifi able, as it is ing 5 feet to 5 feet 4 inches Dominguez who celebrates a birthday March Miller. Birthday greetings are in order for FRIENDS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS stamped USCG CPO, which tall, with thinning red hair. 2. Rose Ndebee on March 5. The Leader sends happy birthday wishes stands for chief petty offi cer. The driver of the vehicle was MATT ENJOYS A BIRTHDAY Moore Elementary to friends who celebrate a birthday: While the ring is valued at merely described as a male. Best wishes for a happy birthday March 3 Celebrating a birthday Feb. 28 is Adriana Thursday, Feb. 28: Jessica Shannon, Rudy $600, its sentimental worth is Houston police are cur- are sent to Matt Walker from friends and the Ramirez. Priscilla Nguyen-Vu was born Peralez, Kim Brown and James Myers; Friday, priceless. rently reviewing surveillance Leader staff. Feb. 29 and gets to choose the day to cel- March 1: Jacquie Farrey; Saturday, March 2: “It took me 20 years to footage of the incident. CONGRATULATIONS, BRANDON! ebrate. Nayeli Rodriguez enjoys a birthday Sunshine Lane; Sunday, March 3: Craig earn that,” the victim said. Anyone with any informa- The Massachusetts College of Pharmacy March 1. Joseph, Kelley Pennington, Mike Chuter, “And they stole it from me in tion on this case is urged to and Health Sciences announced Brandon South Belt Elementary Francesca Cash and Jonathan Herridge; 20 seconds.” contact HPD’s Burglary and Truong has been named to the MCPHS Send a birthday greeting March 4 to Kami Monday, March 4: Susan Rogers, Vanessa The female suspect is de- Theft Division at 713-308- dean’s list for the fall 2018 semester. Truong Brown. Murillo, Leslie Lytle, Gigi Childers, Chaunte scribed as a dark-skinned 0900. is a South Belt resident who is pursuing a Stuchbery Elementary Harvey, Linda Eckerman, Michael Krafka doctorate of pharmacy degree and plans to Light the birthday candles Feb. 28 for and Nan Laux; Tuesday, March 5: Laura graduate from the Boston campus in 2021. Alexandra Whited. Marking a birthday March Arnett, Marty Pendleton, Karen Gonzalez, Pair sought by HPD The dean’s list recognizes students with a 6 is Melissa Cardenas. Amy Tisnado, Chris Lively, Mary Granger full-time course load who have achieved out- Melillo Middle School and Camille Maloney; and Wednesday, March Continued from Page 1A to area hospitals while the Atkinson Elementary third-grader April Gonzalez standing scholarship with a 3.5 GPA or higher Best wishes for a happy birthday March 2 6: Keith Kirby and Cydryce McMillian. back to their apartment. The two unknown male suspects (left) received a fi rst place ribbon for her entry into for the academic term. are sent to Maria Gonzalez. Birthday wishes LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS armed, unknown male sus- fl ed the scene in what was the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo third grade SCHOOL DAZE are sent March 4 to Raven Lowe. Email announcements to mynews@south pect held the victim’s girl- described as a gray 4-door art contest. Shown with Gonzalez is her teacher Sarah The following personnel of the Pasadena Roberts Middle School beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject line friend at gunpoint while Grif- Buick. Socie. Photo by Karen O’Connor Independent School District celebrate birth- Light the birthday candles Feb. 28 for by Friday noon for the next week’s publication. fi n held a gun to Durant and Anyone with informa- attempted to rob him. tion in this case or on the Durant was able to retrieve identities of the two wanted his own gun and shot at Grif- suspects is urged to contact fi n, striking him in the knee the HPD Major Assaults and Thompson names students of the month SJC releases calendar briefs and arm. Griffi n returned fi re, Family Violence Division at San Jacinto College has cert is free and open to the 19, at 7 p.m. in building C5. striking Durant. Both Griffi n 713-308-8800 or Crime Stop- released its recent calendar public. For more information, The event is free and open to and Durant were transported pers at 713-222-TIPS (8477). briefs. contact Geneva Fort at gene the public. For more informa- Spring 2019 [email protected]. tion, contact Geneva Fort at Conference visits Praise Chapel registration open Baseball games [email protected]. Registration for spring The San Jacinto College Spring 2019 Installment The Southeast Texas Area Conference, titled “Ambassadors 2019 classes is open for cur- baseball team will host the Payment Plan due of Reconciliation,” comes to Praise Chapel, 18516 Highway 3 rent and incoming San Jacin- following teams and game San Jacinto College stu- in Webster, on Friday, March 1, and Saturday, March 2. to College students with pay- days: dents using an Installment The speakers will be Dr. Doug Stringer, Deborah DeGar ment due upon registration. • Laredo College – Friday, Payment Plan for the spring and Lara Lanphier with dance and Rev. Karen Diaz leading For more information, visit March 8, at 6:30 p.m. and 2019 semester have a pay- worship. On Friday, March 1, registration will be at 6 p.m. sanjac.edu/apply-register/ Saturday, March 9, at noon. ment due on Monday, March and session one will be from 7 to 9:30 p.m. with Stringer. On overview/registration. • South Suburban Col- 25, by 7 p.m. Contact a cam- Saturday, March 2, session two will be from 9 a.m. to noon. Summer 2019 lege– Tuesday, March 12, at pus business offi ce or visit Lunch break will be noon to 2 p.m. and session three will registration open 3 p.m. sanjac.edu for more informa- be from 2 to 4 p.m. Preregistration and at-the-door registra- Registration for classes • Galveston College – tion. tion is $30. For more information, contact Martha Middle- beginning Monday, May 13, Thursday, March 14, at 6:30 Fine Arts Expo brook at 1-979-877-8155 or email [email protected]. and Monday, June 3, is now p.m. The San Jacinto College open to all current and in- • Blinn College – Thurs- North campus fi ne arts de- coming students. For more day, March 21, at 6 p.m. partment will host a Fine Arts nt? information, visit sanjac.edu. • Alvin Community Col- Expo on Thursday, March 28, egna Softball games lege – Thursday, March 28, at at 5:30 p.m., in the lobby of e Pr The San Jacinto College 4 p.m. building N12. For more infor- I b ould softball team will host the All home games are mation, contact Randy Snyder C following teams and game played at John Ray Harrison at [email protected]. I need a pregnancy test

days: Field in Andy Pettitte Park at Fine Arts Friday concert I need to know what to do • Odessa College – Friday, the San Jacinto College North The San Jacinto College We are here for you. We care!! March 1, at 1 p.m. campus. All home games are North campus music depart- All Services are Free and Confidential. Thompson Intermediate recently celebrated their Jan- in academics, but also in athletics. These are the stu- • Coastal Bend College- free and open to the public. ment will host a free “Fine uary students of the month. Students were picked by dents teachers wish they could duplicate. Shown are, Friday, March 15, at 2 p.m. For a complete schedule, vis- Arts Friday” concert on Fri- 281-484-0005 their teachers. These are students that display Thomp- left to right, Ke-Darius Holden, eighth-grader; Valerie • Laredo College – Satur- it sanjacsports.com. day, March 29, at noon in Beltway 8 South son pride from working hard and having a great work Akinloye, eighth-grader; Bella Isales, seventh-grader; day, March 16, at 2 p.m. Spring Break holiday building N1, room N1.103. Crisis Pregnancy Center ethic to doing what is right even when no one is looking. and Jayden Rangel, seventh-grader. All home games are free San Jacinto College and For more information, con- These students are role models for their peers not just Photo by Gina Gibson and open to the public and all administrative offi ces will tact Edgar Moore at edgar. played at the San Jacinto Col- be closed on Monday, March [email protected]. lege South campus softball 11, through Sunday, March Orozco/Trevino Flood problems? fi eld. For a complete sched- 17. No classes will be held. voice recital CCISD board approves boundary changes ule, visit sanjacsports.com. Classes and normal business The San Jacinto College You can go home again... The Clear Creek Indepen- periences and highly qualifi ed Robinson Elementary and affected by the board-approved Cultural Stewardship hours will resume on Mon- Central campus music de- ® dent School District Board teachers,” said Page Rander, Greene Elementary attendance recommendations. choral concert day, March 18. partment will host the Oroz- Let Farmers help. The San Jacinto College Faculty recital co/Trevino recital on Friday, of Trustees unanimously ap- CCISD board president. zones. The District will be Visit www.ccisd.net/sbac to At Farmers, we know that you insure proved new attendance zones As part of new district communicating directly with see the full list of maps for the Central campus music de- The San Jacinto College March 29, at 3 p.m. in build- for the 2019-2020 school year. regulations, the high school those few students who will be 2019-2020 school year. All ap- partment will host the Cultur- Central campus music de- ing C5. The event is free and your home to get things back to normal The changes affect 18 el- boundary changes will go into impacted by a change in their proved boundary recommen- al Stewardship choral concert partment will host a faculty open to the public. For more if something unexpected happens. That’s ementary schools, two inter- effect for the incoming fresh- WAVE assignment. Science dations will go into effect for on Thursday, March 7, at 7 recital featuring Dr. Ingrid information, contact Geneva why you’ll love the friendly, thorough service mediate schools and all fi ve men, only. Students current- Magnet assignments are not the 2019-2020 school year. p.m. in building C5. The con- Hunter on Tuesday, March Fort at [email protected]. you get from a Farmers agent. Call me comprehensive high schools. ly attending high school will and get a quote on the insurance that The board action follows an remain at their home campus helps get you back where you belong. extensive community-en- until graduation. gagement effort to populate “This grandfathering of Michael W. Jewell, CLU the new Florence Campbell high school students is a Remember When 12929 Gulf Freeway Elementary and to address CCISD best practice,” said overcrowding in several Dr. Greg Smith, superinten- 40 years ago (1979) demic Decathlon team came bills, shoveler ducks and teal striking Jenkins, a front pas- from school for one year, Suite 112 (Fuqua Exit) CCISD elementary schools dent of schools. “Students are The Sagemont Bobcats in second at the state com- winged ducks that are now senger, in the back. at which time they must be 281-481-2121 and high schools. already engaged in their four- went undefeated in their sea- petition. Each team member on the water of the wetlands. A South Belt woman readmitted per state law. As farmersagent.com/mjewell The boundary changes af- year graduation plans, clubs son with the YMCA Youth received a $1,000 scholarship They also enjoy fi sh and slid- was severely injured March a precaution, security was fect approximately 1,000 stu- and extracurricular activities. Basketball League. for the second-place fi nish. er turtles, which are common 5 when she was mauled by subsequently beefed up at all dents. While not technically part According to Offi cer Eight Dobie High School at the park. two pit bulls while jogging area campuses. “We are fortunate to have of the board-approved school Jack Simmons, there were students were invited to par- State District 144 Rep. on the hike-and-bike trail A woman was killed in Exceptional Grooming at Common 44 wonderful schools, so boundary changes, there 16 reported burglaries in the ticipate in the Houston Safari Ken Legler held his fi rst town near Blackhawk. Monica a motorcycle accident on Sense Prices wherever a child is zoned to at- will be a slight adjustment to Sagemont-Kirkwood area over Club Youth Hunting Pro- hall meeting at the South Garza suffered lacerations Monday, Feb. 26, at the in- tend, he or she will be greeted WAVE magnet assignments the previous two months. gram. Belt-Ellington Chamber of over her entire body. Gar- tersection of Beltway 8 and with exceptional learning ex- for students who reside in the 35 years ago (1984) Clear Brook High School Commerce. za’s father, Jeff Mack, cred- the Gulf Freeway. Accord- 281-484-9655 Two offi cer-manned cars senior Shayne Straty signed 5 years ago (2014) its Sagemeadow resident, ing to police, the woman, Frazier offers Owls’ scholarships provided by the county and to play softball for San Jacin- Dobie High School held Charles Jordan, with saving 27, was traveling at a high operated under the jurisdic- to College South. its second annual Hall of his daughter’s life. When rate of speed on the overpass Frazier Elementary is offering nine scholarships to gradu- tion of Precinct 2 Constable 15 years ago (2004) Honor induction ceremony. Jordan heard the attack tak- that connects the southbound ating Dobie seniors who attended Frazier. Contact the Dobie George Larkin began pa- Dobie High School’s Distinguished alumni in- ing place behind his Sage- lanes of the Gulf Freeway to scholarship counselor for an application and information. Ap- trolling the unincorporated varsity basketball team was ducted included Malcolm country home, he jumped on the eastbound lanes of Belt- plications are due to the Dobie counselor by Wednesday, March areas around Sagemont. headed for Austin to face Al- Jacobson (Class of 1980), top of Garza to prevent the way 8 when she lost control Groom & Board 20. Call Susan Blue at 713-740-0564 with any questions. Uniform school zone dine Westfi eld in the Class an expert in the fi eld of al- dogs from getting to her. Jor- of her motorcycle and struck times for the city of Houston 5A Girls State Basketball ternative energy; Reginald dan, himself, was bitten on a concrete wall, reportedly Moore scholarships available were announced. Tournament. Godbolt (Class of 1987), a the lip and suffered multiple throwing her from the over- Houston police were in- Pasadena Independent career military man; Rob- scratches and bites. pass. Paramedics respond- Tues.-Sat. 11506 Hughes Rd. The Moore Elementary Student Council will offer four 7am-6pm South Belt @ Hughes scholarships to graduating seniors at Dobie High School who vestigating the gunpoint School District police of- ert Flores (Class of 1988), a 1 year ago (2018) ed to the incident and pro- attended Moore in fourth grade. Applications are available robbery of a Scarsdale man, fi cers fi led charges against national sports broadcaster; It was a traumatic week nounced the woman dead at through the Dobie senior counselor’s offi ce and must be re- his wife and child. A man, fi ve male Beverly Hills In- and Trevor Cobb (Class of for students and staff of the scene. No other motorists BFBGrooming.com turned by Thursday, April 18, to be considered. dressed as a postal employee, termediate School students 1989), a former NFL football the Pasadena Independent or vehicles were involved in and three accomplices put the for vandalizing the old Do- player. Fallen heroes honored School District, with threats this incident. family in a closet, cut phone bie High School campus on included Jerry Stowe (Class of violence being made to Parker Williams accepts donations wires and stole miscellaneous Beamer. of 1971), a Houston police multiple campuses, includ- The Friends of The Parker Williams Branch Library is ac- items. At the state academic de- offi cer; Robert Bebee (Class ing Dobie High School. cepting donations of gently-used pocket paperbacks, full-size 30 years ago (1989) cathlon competition in San of 1990), a Houston fi refi ght- Four arrests were made in hardbacks and paperbacks, children’s and young adults’ books, Jerry Chaffi n, a 22-year- Antonio, Dobie High School’s er; and Danny Frye (Class of response to the threats. The FURNITURE RE-DO DVDs and CDs and current magazines. Sales proceeds are old South Belt resident, team fi nished eighth overall 1978), a member of the U.S. fi rst arrest involved a student used toward program support at the local library. Donations pleaded guilty to murder and and extended its Super Quiz Coast Guard. Former Dobie from Bondy Intermediate, • Re-Pair • Re-Finish may be left at Parker Williams Library, located at 10851 Scars- was sentenced to life in pris- winning streak to 29. basketball coach Scott Talton who allegedly made an on- dale Blvd. on for his role in the 1985 The Pasadena Indepen- was the lone faculty member line threat on social media; • Re-Glue • Re-Screw murder-for-hire of Boyce dent School District Board to be honored. Central Ace the second arrest involved a BAQG announces meeting Swaim. of Trustees approved $77,000 Hardware CEO Ron Williams Dobie student for making a ‘We Re-Do For You’ Installation of a 96-inch in professional and construc- was honored at the event as a threat via Snapchat; the third The Bay Area Quilt Guild will hold its next monthly meet- waterline began, and Fuqua community volunteer. arrest involved a Pasadena For Free Estimates Call: ing on Tuesday, March 5, with fellowship starting at 6:30 p.m. tion services for an additional was squeezed into one lane in three acres of mitigation. Dobie student Chazz Jen- Memorial High School stu- and the meeting at 7 p.m. at Mount Olive Lutheran Church, each direction from near I-45 kins, 18, was pronounced dent for posting an online Jeff Davis 281-481-3216 10310 Scarsdale. At this meeting, there will be a trunk show 10 years ago (2009) west to C&D Burger. Bald eagles were spot- dead in the 12800 block of threat against Rayburn High by designer and fabric artist Penny Hurst. Visitors can attend 25 years ago (1994) Gotham. Former Dobie stu- School; and the fourth arrest two meetings for free. For more information, call Debby ted fl ying in the wetlands at The South Belt-Ellington El Franco Lee Park on Hall dent Jeremiah James Pip- involved a Rayburn student, Benson at 713-248-8757 or check the website at bayareaquilt Chamber of Commerce spon- kins, 17, was charged with who threatened another stu- guild.org. Road near Beltway 8. While sored the sixth annual Trade it is not unusual for bald ea- manslaughter for his role in dent by making a hand ges- WALKER LAW OFFICES Fair at Almeda Mall. gles to winter on the outskirts the shooting. According to ture mimicking a gun and CCART holds meeting The Environmental Pro- of Houston, it is rare for them police, the two men, along making threatening com- Milton Walker, J.D. The Clear Creek Association of Retired Teachers will tection Agency stopped all to venture into such a popu- with two others, were sitting ments. All of the students hold its March meeting on Tuesday, March 12. The meetings work involving the physical lated area. According to U.S. in a parked car in the cul-de- were charged with making a 281-481-0909 are held at the Bay Area Community Center, 5002 NASA handling of contaminated ma- Fish and Wildlife Service se- sac when Pipkins, a backseat terroristic threat, a third-de- WILLS & PROBATE INJURY CASES Parkway in Seabrook. The program will be provided by terials until a new emergency nior biologist Ron Jones, the passenger, pulled out a pis- gree felony punishable by Donald LeFever who will be speaking about pain relief via plan was approved for the birds were likely attracted tol, unloaded it and passed two to 10 years in prison. BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL OIL & GAS acupuncture. Brio Superfund Site and more to the park because of its 80 it around the vehicle for the With the exception of the The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m. with a social gathering effi cient air handlers were de- acres of water and abundance others to see. When the gun Pasadena Memorial student, LICENSED BY TEXAS SUPREME COURT and coffee. The business meeting will begin at 10 a.m. All signed for pit coverings. of food. The eagles eat other made it back around to Pip- all of those arrested were www.walkerlaw.com Texas-retired school employees from the area are invited. An- 20 years ago (1999) small migratory water fowl kins, he attempted to reload juveniles. All of the arrest- 10909 Sabo, Suite 120, Houston, Texas 281-481-0909 nual dues are $50. Dobie High School’s Aca- such as the rosette spoon the weapon, but it went off, ed students were suspended Thursday, February 28, 2019, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 WITS, Rice University host Creative Writing Camp Moore news team visits KPRC studio For more than 20 years, an examine issues that are import- ten word. Using installations Know Thyself: how paying attention to the organization called Writers ant to them. During the week, throughout the Rice campus The Art of the Essay world around them can aid in The Moore Mighty Hawk campus news team, headed man, reading peer facilitator; recently visited the KPRC In The Schools has partnered students will write at various as inspiration, students will Grades 10-12 the creation of lively stories by Marie Alanis, technology liaison; and Melissa Hick- Channel 2 News studio. with Rice University to pro- locations throughout the Rice practice using their own visual This course will give stu- for the stage. Drawing inspi- vide the only summer camp campus, peer review each oth- art to invigorate their original dents a chance to breathe new ration from character studies where students can learn the er’s work, and receive one-on- writing. At the end of camp, life into their personal stories and locations throughout the art of creative writing from one feedback from their in- students will host a showcase with the goal of sharpening Rice campus, students will professionals with signifi cant structors. Students will share featuring pieces from their their essay writing skills in a collaborate to plan 15-20 min- expertise in writing, editing their creations at a celebration unique portfolios of written fun and supportive environ- ute performances which they and publishing. on the last day of camp and and visual work. ment. By engaging with con- will share at a culminating At Creative Writing Camp, take home a portfolio of their Session 2: June 17-21 temporary nonfi ction forms, celebration on the last day of young adults may choose collected work. Just Write It students will expand their un- camp. from a variety of college sem- Silent Movies Grades 6-7 and grades 8-9 derstanding of what makes an Poetry and Pop Culture inar-inspired workshops, in- Grades 7-9 It will be similar to the essay effective and how they Grades 10-12 cluding three new courses: In this new summer course, previous workshop but with a can utilize a fresh and mem- This new summer course Poetry and Pop Culture, Writ- students will learn how to de- different teaching team. orable approach in their own celebrates memes, movies, ing for the Stage and Writing sign, write and fi lm short Digital Storytelling essay writing, especially as music and social media as vi- and Art. Students will explore silent movies. With profes- Grades 7-9 they prepare for their college tal ingredients within the con- Rice’s campus for inspiration, sional writers and teachers as In this hands-on multime- applications. temporary world of creative where they may write a play their mentors, students will dia workshop, students will Session 3: June 24-28 writing. Professional poets set in the bleachers of Rice storyboard their fi lms, gather utilize digital apps and on- Just Write It and writers will encourage Stadium or an essay inspired props, create costumes, and line platforms to bring their Grades 6-7 and grades 8-9 students to embrace their ob- by the Moody Center's newest plan their scenes. Using the stories and poems to life. It will be the similar to the sessions and see themselves exhibits. beautiful Rice campus as their With support from profes- previous workshop but with a as capable curators of artistic Each camp culminates in a set, students will gain experi- sional writers and teachers, different teaching team. expression within their daily fi nal showcase, such as a po- ence in directing, acting and students practice skills such Writing for the Stage lives. Using spoken word po- etry “mixtape” performance, production roles. At the end of as character development, Grades 7-9 etry as an anchor, instructors a one-act play, or an anno- the week, students will design word-building and dialogue Students will collaborate will guide students in prac- tated self-portrait. Spaces are and lead a red carpet premiere creation as they learn new, to write and perform one-act ticing how to articulate the limited to maintain a low stu- party for parents and friends. innovative approaches for stage plays under the guid- value of their favorite artists, dent-to-instructor ratio. Writing and Art: shaping and sharing their ance of professional writers musicians, writers and online Session 1: June 3-7 A Self-Portrait writing. Using tools such and playwrights. Throughout personalities. By the end of Students had the opportunity to see fi rst-hand what da, Muzna Hasan, (back row) Michael Johnson, Kar- Just Write It Grades 10-12 as Adobe Spark and Pixton, the week, students will learn the week, students will have it takes to produce a live newscast. They were able to en Mier, Alanis, Hickman, Carter Burback, Rascon, Grades 6-7 and grades 8-9 Students will read work students will design and cre- about the conventions and developed their own “mix- meet with several news anchors and reporters includ- Quynh Nguyen, Miah Martinez and Reina Estrada. With the help of profession- from a spectrum of artist-writ- ate digital writing projects craft elements of this exciting tape” of creative writing that ing Jacob Rascon, Justin Stapleton, Taisha Walker Shown below are students listening to Stapelton (back al writers and teachers, stu- ers such as Maira Kalman, to share with family and form by exploring the works they will share in a culminat- and Jennifer Reyna. Shown above are, left to right, center), left to right, Martinez, Mier, Burback, Nguy- dents will explore a range of Richard McGuire and Eleni friends at a culminating cel- of contemporary theater. They ing showcase or open mic. (front row) Katie Tran, Charleston Nash, Alesi Estra- en, Nash, Tran, Hasan, Johnson and Reyna. poetry, prose and creative non- Sikelianos, who will mod- ebration. All participating will consider how writing for To register for the any of fi ction as they use their writing el how art can animate, ele- students must bring their the stage is different from oth- the workshops, visit https:// to investigate their worlds and vate and transform the writ- own laptop. er types of written genres, and witshouston.org/camp-main/. Thomas Hancock names science fair winners

Thomas Hancock Elementary has named its science fair winners. They are, Mercado, “Body Builder”; Chole Morse-Zavala, “Save the Glow”; and Ales- left to right, followed by the titles of the science project that received ribbons sandra Alcantar, “Let’s Get Moving.” These students will advance to repre- are Alex Tran, “Glass Vacuum”; Lenneth Cruz, “Paper vs. Plastic”; Liliana sent Hancock in the Pasadena Independent School District science fair. BHI announces fourth six-weeks honor roll Continued from Page 2A Esperanza Castelan. Gonzalez, Julian Guerra, Jas- cob Anthony Mikulski, Fe- Daniel Sanchez, Ulises Jose Leyla Evelyn Torres, Ev- Gisselle Val Castillo, Lai- mine L Gutierrez, Leila Lanai lipe Jonathan Miranda, Na- Sanchez, Ximena Sanchez, elyn Linh Tran, Kayla Mai- sha Castillo-Caballero, Sa- Henry, Dibanhi Marlen Her- thaniel Karmyn Montemayor, Christian Allen Sanders, Nya Trinh Tran, Kiet Tuan Tran, mantha Cavazos-Ramirez, Jas- nandez, Erik Ismael Hernan- Omar Leocadio Montemayor, Simone Sanford, Marcelo Kyle Minh-Dung Ngo Tran, mine Yadira Cazares Corona, dez, Kaylee Elizabeth Her- Melani Ester Montero Her- Gabriel Saucedo Carrillo, Lilly Thao-My Tran, Ngoc Christopher Kavan Chavez, nandez, Melanie Hernandez, nandez, Jacob Aidan Mont- Karina Serrano, Jaden Jer- Bao Tran, Thomas Hoang Alexis Breanna Cline, Shari- Victor Robert Hernandez, ez, Alexandra Leilani Moor- maine Shanklin and Tigress Tran, Chris Truong, Abigail mar Marie Colon Melendez, Josue Carlos Herrera and Va- man, Ava Antigone Morales, Chanel Shannon. Margaux Unica and Jaclyn Jordan Lewis Coscarelli, Eliz- nessa Lisette Hinojosa. Makayla Marie Morales and Malik Jelani Sinclair, Jas- Shown above are Moore Elementary students, left hind the KPRC Channel 2 news desk are, left to right, Victoria Vandiver. abeth Rose Cowart, Madison William Bao Ho, Tri- Mia Elizabeth Munoz. min Elisa Solis, Joseph Na- to right, (bottom row) Nash, Hasan, (top row) Reina Martinez, Alesi Estrada, Reina Estrada, Burback, Faith Alexia Vela, Jas- Maureen Creekmore, Liana sha Kim Hoang, Faith Lynn Ashley Mayela Narvaez, than Brandon Sykes, Jessica Estrada, Johnson, Burback, Martinez, Alesi Estrada, Nash, Johnson, Nguyen, Mier, Hasan, Reyna and Tran. min Carolina Villeda, Misa Adelina Cruz, Mariana Cuevas Hughey, Ashley Thi Huynh, Nhi Tina Ngo, Kelly Thy Kim Tan, Savannah Rosetta Walker, Mier, Tran and Nguyen. Shown standing be- Photos by Melissa Hickman Tam-Nhu Vo, Thomas Hoang and Diana Nguyen Dang. Cassidy Marie Idele, Anihya Nguyen, Khoi Ngoc Nguyen Taplin, Alexis Brianne Tay- Vu, Nachelle Marie Walker, Isaac Toan Song Dao, Kei- Monique Jackson, Jeremiah Nguyen, Martin Thinh Duc lor, Adrieanna Cantrell Ter- Victoria Lace Wallace, Cia- arra Davis Hathorne, Teah Louis Carlos Jackson, Jaid- Nguyen, Tien Ba Nguyen, ry, Justin Thanhliem Thach, ra Rose Williams, Mckayla Alonna Davis, Kylie Me- ia Jenesis James, Yesenia Vy Vu Tuong Nguyen, Carlie Cornell James Thompson, Lynn Winham and Hannah gan Dennis, Amanda Lizette Jasso Huerta, Victoria Ale- Nicole Nix, Ju’dah Elatyrice Isaac James Thompson, Gael Lauren Zamora. Diaz, Nhi Huan Dinh, Ashley jandra Jasso, Leslie Xime- Lashaughn Orobiyi, Steven Pablo Tinoco, Jade Tran To Eighth grade Jannette Dunn, Evbu Ebony na Jimenez, Teyla Michelle Manuel Oviedo, Mariana Nguyen, Andres Javier Tor- Elih Samuel Acevedo, Edigin, Carolina Elizalde, Johnson, Marvin Abdiel Pabon Angulo, Sydnee Elise res, Daniel Torres, Diego Jordi Ariel Acosta, Joshua Diamond Unique Ervin, So- Lambert Flores and Alexis Pector, Mark Anthony Pe- Torres, Karen Torres and Luis Gael Aguilar, Evelyn Alex- fi a Escalera, Jason Alexander Marie Lara. naloza and Mariana Perales Enrique Torres. is Aguirre, Lizeth Aguirre, Escobedo, Abel Fernando Es- Isabella Amelia Lara, Lai- Rivera. Rachel Marie Torres, Car- Kaylin Christina Alexander pinoza, Alec Zander Faulk- la Christy Lathan, Brandon Jordan Willie Peralez, ol Kim Tran, Khanh Nguyen Hamilton, Katherine Dan- ner, Roberto Flores, Cam- Dinh Le, Hue Kim Le, Liv- Amir James Perkins, Linh Kieu Tran, Nhat Minh Nguy- iela Alvarez Benitez, Israel ren Lakeith Fowler, Leslie ia Thanh Le, Qui Ngoc Le, T. Phan, Vivian Phan, John en Tran, Thang Nguyen Tran, Aranda, Troy Arevalo, Janet Yasmine Fraga, Matia Elise Angel Jael Leon, Juanman- Stewart Pozo, Carlos Al- Tiffany Thuy Trang Tran, Armenta, Ruby Arriaga, Jo- Franklin and Tristan Maxi- uel Leon, Trysta Deja Levy, exander Puente, Linda An- Vincent Vu Anh Tran, Janae vanni Avila, Aalaysia Diana millian Fuentes. 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The Catholic Community of ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST Rev. Douglas J. Guthrie, Pastor New Covenant Fr. Xavier Bilavendiran, Parochial Vicar 11011 Hall Rd. (between Beamer & Blackhawk) Christian Church www.stlukescatholic.com LITURGY SCHEDULE 10603 Blackhawk Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. 281-484-4230 Sunday 7:30, 9:15, 11:15 a.m. Sunday 1 p.m. Misa en Español Bill & Cheryl Hines, Pastors Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 a.m. We’ve Enlarged Our Tuesday & Thursday 7 p.m. Day Care Facilities

Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated Bill & Cheryl Hines Register Now! 281-481-2003 Thursday 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday 4 to 5 p.m. WEEKLY SERVICE TIMES Parish Office 281-481-6816 Sunday Wednesday Faith Formation 281-481-4251 Early Service • 7:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting • 7:00 p.m. Youth Ministry 281-481-4735 Sunday School • 9:30 a.m. Mid-Week Service • 7:45 p.m. St. Luke’s offers ministries for ALL-families, men, women, youth, Worship Service • 10:45 a.m. children, young adults, single, divorced, separated, widowed. Nursery Available at all Services Page 6 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, February 28, 2019 Dobie Lariaettes, Lassos drill teams excel in competition Hall of Honor a success

The Dobie High School Lariaettes and Lasso drill teams excelled at the recent Glen, Melanie Rios, (fi fth row) Jasmine Olivares, Tamecia Anderson, Clarissa Ro- Crowd Pleasers competition. The Lariaettes won fi rst runner-up grand champion driquez, Jolany Chevez, Ariel Hernandez, Allison Guerarra, Yanelly Garza, Mady team and offi cer, 1st place kick, jazz and most entertaining team of the day. The Vela, Mia Ridge, Danielle Bulman, Annaya Belton, Lauren Robinson, Hannah Lassos were awarded with a sweepstakes performance. Shown above are the Do- Woernley and Lauren Daramus. Shown below are the Lassos, left to right, (fi rst bie Lariaettes, left to right, (fi rst row) Evamaria Perla, Charlize Tamayo, Bianca row) Trinity Tucker, Laura Rios, Aspen Woods, Jennefer Gonzalez, Rhellin Lewis, Perez, Zoe Vela, Allesandra Bellini, Brooke Morales, Osayi Edigin, (second row) Cyrae Washington, (second row) Brynn Mchugh, Marilee Quiroga, Emily Her- Olivia Garza, Corina Banda, Victoria Gonzalez, Marissa Enriquez, (third row) nandez, Vanessa Rocha, Alani Chapa, Guadalupe Hernandez, Ilianna Sanchez, Granyeli Feliciano, Gisselle Guerra, Faith Renteria, Ashley Soto, Sara Cortez, Lexi Martinez, Roselin Serrano, Ashlyne Medina, Dayyani Arboleda, (third row) Roxanne Hernandez, Renita Navy, (fourth row) Brianna Gomez, Sidney Torrez, Adalie Garza, Gloria Gonzales, Ariana Martin, Sarrionna Hobbs, Alayna Rodri- Lian Vii, Angela Vu, Gabriella Gonzalez, Karla Gutierrez, Alissa Vara, Kiarel- guez, Analaura Elizarraras, Nicole Jasso, Karime Murguia, Katelyn Mendoza, iz Kamos, Desiree Miller, Aliyah Salas, Hallie Nelms, Kayla Wilson, Darianna Haley Salinas andAlicia Davila.

On Friday, Feb. 22, Do- bie High School held its annual Hall of Hon- or induction ceremo- ny. Shown in the top photo are, left to right, Franklin Moses, Dobie principal; Paula Her- ring Goodhart (Class of 1986), alumna honoree; and Dr. DeeAnn Powell, Pasadena Independent School District superin- tendent. Shown enjoy- ing the ceremony in the middle photo are, left to right, Al Denson (Class of 1978), alumnus hon- oree; Susan Gadd, Em- ory’s wife; and Em- ory Gadd, Sagemont Church associate pas- tor. Shown right is Chip Hosek (Class of 1974), alumnus honoree. Photos by Reesha Brown

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The first Dobie graduate Whaley 51-44 victory over Second semifinal pits Frisco Leg- Baptist Feb. 21, at Hous- acy (25-9) against Tyler ton Baptist University. Bishop Gorman (17-10. starting at No. 16 Tech The Pioneers (16-10) The state tournament will now face a 31-3 Fort is being held at Universi- Yvonne Whaley, a 2018 able Player in District ty High School in Waco. Dobie graduate and cur- 22-6A a season ago, has Bend Christian Academy rent Texas Tech freshman started 13 of the team’s 14 softball player, is playing games to this point, hitting TAPPS State Semifinals a significant role as the .226 at this point. Red Raiders are off to a The Red Raiders are LSA boys vs. Second Baptist 13-0 start this season. also getting a large contri- With 13 wins to open bution from another local Thursday, Feb. 28 the season without a loss, player. University High School, Waco, 11 a.m. Texas Tech climbed to a Erin Edmoundson, a program-best of No. 16 Deer Park High School State championship in the national rankings, graduate, is now a perfect Friday, March 1, 9 a.m. as decided by the ESPN. 8-0 in the circle for Tex- com/USA Softball Colle- as Tech, which includes a giate Top 25 poll. 1.47 earned run average, Whaley, the Most Valu- all in starts. SAGEMONT BBQ Mon. - Fri. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m. - 1 a.m. (Karaoke Night) DIXIE DELI 364A FM 1959 (between I-45 & Hwy 3) DAILY SPECIAL – $4.99 281-484-3083 10% OFF Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 6” PO-BOY, CHIPS & DRINK All Food Orders with this coupon. 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Brook, Dobie to host baseball tourneys Off and running with dition to Class 6A new- Border Olympics, will March 2, at Maguire Field. back-and-forth 8-6 loss success seen on the road comer Bridgeland. play four times over the Dobie goes 4-1 to start to Laredo Nixon, but then on opening weekend, the At Dobie, the Long- three days, with the hopes A tough 8-6 loss to Lar- rebounded to rout San An- Clear Brook and Dobie horns, winners of four of of reaching the Pasadena edo Nixon notwithstand- tonio Gertrudis 16-0. varsity baseball programs five games at Laredo’a ISD championship game ing, Dobie head coach Cam Diaz was the win- are now set to host their Miguel Torres had to feel ning pitcher, and Jeffry respective district tourna- CCISD Classic at Brook good about the way his Mercado and Martinez ments. team competed as the an- tripled to go with doubles The Wolverines, now nual Border Olympics. from Jacob Perez, Justin SSun.-Thuun.-Thurss.. 1111 aa.m..m. - 1100 p.m.p.m. 3-1 overall after winning Feb. 28 – Brook vs. La Porte, 10 a.m.; Dobie began its season Blogg and Michael Tor- Fri.i. & SSat.at. 1111 aa.m..m. - 1111 pp.m..m. twice in three games at the in a pitcher’s duel with res. 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Car Wash Page 2, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, February 28, 2019 Clear Brook bowlers make regional fi nals coming March 3 Submission deadline May 1 CCISD Hall of Honor now accepting choices Now in its fourth year in athletics at the individu- school and the district’s of recognizing exception- al, team and coaching lev- remarkable legacy in ath- al athletes and coaches in els. letics,” said Bill Daws, Clear Creek ISD, the Ath- In this, the district’s CCISD Athletic Hall of letic Hall of Honor Board 70th anniversary year, the Honor President and for- of Directors announced it Athletic Hall of Honor mer CCISD Director of is now accepting nomina- seeks to recognize grad- Athletics. tions for the 2019 class of uates of Webster High “We call on our com- honorees. School, Clear Creek High munity to take pause and The nomination form School and Clear Lake think about who those and supporting materials High School between the standout athletes were must be received by no lat- years of 1948 and 1987. when you, or your chil- er than May 1, 2019. The Due to the high volume dren, were in school and 2019 induction ceremony of worthy alumni, the Ath- honor them with a nomi- is scheduled for October letic Hall of Honor com- nation for consideration as 26, 2019. mittee seeks nominations an Athletic Hall of Honor To view nomination that encompass a specifi c member.” criteria and submit a can- era, each year gradually Submissions will be re- didate for consideration, adding in CCISD schools viewed and voted on by click on the link for the in the order they began. the CCISD Athletic Hall 2019 nomination form “It is so important to of Honor Selection Com- at www.ccisd.net/athleti honor the contributions mittee. Once submitted, challofhonor. and impact these alumni a nominee’s application Clear Creek ISD enjoys and coaches had not only will remain active for fi ve a rich history of excellence on their sport, but their years. Crosby ISD Classic Baseball March 7 through March 9

March 7: Dobie vs. Clear Creek, 9 a.m.; Dobie vs. Willis, 11:30 a.m.

March 8: Dobie vs. Heights, 9 a.m.; Do- bie vs. Dekaney, 11:30 a.m.

The Clear Brook bowling program’s tradition of success has continued this Lady Wolverine bowlers Lynn Cao (left) and Allison Lee will lead the Lady season, with the boys’ and girls’ teams set to compete in regional action March Wolverines in the team competition at regionals March 3 and will also be bid- 3 at Time To Spare. The Wolverines are also sending Nathan Galicia (left) and ding to reach the state championships in the individual division. March 9: Trophy round games 2/4:30/7 Kevin Lu into the regional fi nals as individual competitors. Submitted photos Pearland academy alumni association Gator baseball sweeps Alvin Alvin ISD Invitational to host Pear Run fundraising event The San Jacinto Col- smacked a two-run homer, Three Gator relievers lege baseball team is off and Hunter Townsend went combined for three hitless March 7 through March 9 The 2019 Pear Run and running in Region 4 for 5 at the plate, coming frames to close it out. will this year celebrate 15 Events: 5k run, 5k walk, kids fun run XIV action, having swept up with a double and scor- Now at 12-3 overall, years of police support, Alvin in the opening con- ing twice. San Jacinto is on proba- healthy living and exer- When: Saturday, May 11, 7 a.m. ference series for both Shifting to SJC North tion this semester and March 7: Brook vs. Galveston Ball, 10 cise, and members of the teams. Feb. 22, Jackson Rutledge therefore is not national- jogging public are invited mobile command center sponsors for the event will Across the series, the fanned eight across fi ve in- ly ranked by the Nation- a.m.; Dobie vs. Elkins, 12:30 p.m. to get involved. to be used in SWAT situ- have the opportunity to be vaunted Gator pitching nings, and allowed just two al Junior College Athletic Organized by the ations and at other large seen by more than 1,000 staff was in fi ne form, hits and an earned run for Association. Pearland Citizens Police public events. potential customers. There leading the way to back- the win. The Gators are now Academy Alumni Asso- This planned command are several sponsor levels to-back 5-2 wins before Bryan Seamster was the preparing for a three- ciation, the run through center will be state-of-the- to meet all budgets. a 4-0 shutout to close out offensive catalyst, homer- game set against Whar- March 8: Brook vs. Friendswood, 10 funds raised has previous- art in technologies to keep The Pear Run will be the three-game set Feb. ing and delivering a two- ton as Region XIV action ly assisted the Pearland citizens safe and assist May 11, 2019, held at the 23 at San Jacinto College run single. Ferem also had continues for both pro- a.m.; Dobie vs. Strake Jesuit, 12:30 a.m. Police Department, help- with police activities. Pearland Town Center Pa- North. two hits in three at bats. grams. ing to purchase equip- Participants are encour- vilion, 11200 W. Broad- In the series opener Andrew Papantonis hit The Gators do hold the ment, K-9 offi cer needs, aged to register for the 10k way in Pearland. Feb. 21 at Alvin, four San a two-run homer in the se- top ranking across the re- offi cer memorials and or 5k Run, 5k Walk, or the The fi rst race begins Jacinto pitchers combined ries fi nale, and Dane Acker gion in the Texas Sports to fan 13, leading to the struck out 10 over six in- Radio Network poll after March 9: Trophy round games, TBA more. Kids Fun Run. at 7 a.m. Visit the offi cial 5-2 victory. nings for the win in the 4-0 having won 12 of 15 so This year, the goal is In addition, those who website at www.pearrun. Catcher Chase Ferem outcome. far this season. to raise $50,000 for a new choose to be business com for details. Dobie netters win top honors at Corpus Christi Spring Fling Hall of Fame banquet tickets selling

It was another successful weekend trip for the Dobie varsity tennis program girls’ doubles beating Cam Trevino and Walls in the fi nal. In the mixed dou- as several players scored top honors at the Corpus Christi Spring Fling, al- bles consolation division, the Longhorns’ Stephen Gonzalez and Hao Vuong lowing the Longhorns to claim the team title in the tournament division. claimed the crown. Others competing in the tournament division for Dobie The Pasadena ISD Athletics Hall of Fame Banquet, which will feature the Those winners included, left to right, Son Truong, Kyle Redmon, Megan Ro- included Dylan Ta, Tracy Tran, Quan Dinh, Kiet Nguyen, Violet Tran Lael induction of Dobie girls’ basketball great Karima Christmas-Kelly (13), is set driguez, Kathleen Nguyen, Kacy Huerta, Thailony Cam Trevino and A’mi- Martinez and Taylor Ha. With rain hampering things at the Clear Brook to be held Saturday, Aug. 13, at Phillips Field House in Pasadena. Individual ya Walls. Truong and Huerta combined for the win in mixed doubles, with tournament Feb. 22-23, the Longhorns are looking forward to getting back to tickets remain on sale but are going quickly. To reserve a seat, visit www. Jocelyn Salazar and Edward Pintarics of Dobie grabbing third. Redmon action March 1-2 at the San Marcos Invitational. pasadenaisd.org, and go to the hall of fame tab located under departments. won the boys’ singles crown, and Rodriguez and Kathleen Nguyen won the Photo courtesy of Dallas Wings Thursday, February 28, 2019, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Pearland softball postponed San Jac softball now has won six straight Area sports news, notes Due to rain-soaked March 28-30, with few- Right in time for the Ariana Saenz came up in the game. Childs had a hit, scored fi elds at the majority of er teams expected to at- start of conference play, with two hits and an RBI, Madelyn Tannery went twice and knocked in a the tournament loca- tend. the San Jacinto College and starting pitcher Mi- fi ve innings, allowing a hit pair of runs, while Dom- Rising Stars Track Club practicing, etc. tions, the Pearland ISD Dobie has a District softball team has now won chelle Kristoff overcame and striking out seven for inique Garcia, now hit- Haynie Classic, was 22-6A game scheduled six straight games, mov- six earned runs to get the the win. ting .400 this season, had The Rising Stars Track Club, the area’s longstanding youth track and postponed. for March 29, against ing to 13-9 overall. win. The locals moved on to two hits and scored three fi eld organization, is set to begin practices and registration at Dobie High Dobie was one of the Pasadena. There has The team kept its recent San Jac then cruised defeat Northeast Texas 9-5 times. Kristoff, now 7-3 School. Returning team members are encouraged to join workouts now original host sites and been no word on wheth- strong run going with fi ve past an overmatched as Martinez drove in three this season in the circle, through March, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the JFD track. had planned to compete er Dobie plans to com- wins at the Temple tourna- Northwest Kansas Tech more runs with two hits. Continued on Page 6B The team will also practice each Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. as well as each in the event. pete in the Haynie event. ment Feb. 22-24. program 14-0 as Childs Pearland varsity soft- The Lady Longhorns Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon until the season begins. Team offi cials will The locals opened with had three more hits, scored also accept registration each Saturday in conjunction with the practices. ball head coach Laneigh are headed to the Bay- a 10-6 victory over host twice and drove in a pair. 22-6A Girls’ Basketball Clark said the tourna- town tournament Feb. 28 Temple. Lillie Groten- Sam Martinez, the team For more information, call head coach Ivory Kimble at 832-561-1248. ment will now be played through March 2. huis led the way, going 3 leader in runs batted in for 4 with four runs batted with 28 through 21 games, All-District Selections in, and she scored a run. had a hit, scored three runs Sagemont Cowboys host fi nal player sign-up Sports Calendar Morgan Childs, now hit- and drove in three. ting a team-high .476 this Four other players – The Sagemont Cowboys of the Bay Area Football League will host its TENNIS season, went 4 for 4 with Ashley Ramber, Ashley Most Valuable Player fi nal new player registration Saturday, March 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at three runs scored, and Tran, Madelyn Daniel and El Franco Lee Park. For additional information, call team athletic director Friday and Saturday, March 1-2 drove in three with a pair Tori Garcia – had two hits Andreea Mancha, Alvin Denny Wranich Jr. at 713-876-1491. Players ages 5 to 12 are eligible to Dobie varsity at San Marcos Invit. tourn., TBA of doubles. as San Jacinto collected 18 Offensive MVP join the Cowboys for the 2019 season. SOFTBALL 22-6A Boys’ Basketball Thursday, Feb. 28 through Saturday, March 2 Tara Kessner, Clear Lake Southbelt Dolphins to register players March 9 Dobie varsity at Baytown Sterling tourn., TBA All-District Selections Defensive MVP The Southbelt Dolphins of the Bay Area Football League will be accept- ing new player registration Saturday, March 9, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at El Friday, March 1 Jermia Green, Clear Springs Franco Lee Park during opening day festivities for the Sagemont-Beverly San Jacinto College hosts Odessa (2), 1:00 Hills Little League. Players ages 5 to 12 are eligible to join the Dolphins Most Valuable Player Newcomer of the Year for the 2019 season at $300 per player, and there is a bring a friend dis- SOCCER Javon Jackson, Summer Creek, Soph. Jermia Green, Clear Springs count available for those who are responsible for another player joining. Friday, March 1 Drill team and cheer openings are also available for those ages 4 to 13 at Dobie varsity boys host Humble, Vet., 8:30 p.m. Offensive MVP Coach of the Year $300 for the season. Dobie JV boys host Humble, Aux., 6:30 p.m. Justin Lawson, Humble, Sr. Justin Walker, Alvin SBHLL to host scorekeeping class for parents Tuesday, March 5 Defensive MVP The Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League will host an informative Dobie varsity girls host Kingwood, San Jac South, 7:30 scorekeeping class for parents, team moms and coaches for teams com- Dobie varsity boys at Kingwood, 7:30 Phillip Vasquez, Pasadena, Sr. First Team Selections peting in the league this season. Those who wish to do so will get all of Dobie JV girls host Kingwood, San Jac South, 5:30 the pointers on how to correctly score a game. The meeting will be held Tuesday, March 5, at 7 p.m., at 10102 Blackhawk. Dobie JV boys at Kingwood, 5:30 Newcomer of the Year Jermia Green, Clear Springs Billy Gould, Kingwood, Soph. Andreea Mancha, Alvin, Sr. Myers delivering out of pen at Ole Miss Friday, March 8 Dobie varsity girls at Atascocita, 7:30 Coach of the Year Vianey Galvan, Clear Springs Dobie graduate Tyler Myers, now a junior right-hander at the University Dobie JV girls at Atascocita, 5:30 of Mississippi, has seen success out of the bullpen early this season for the Kenneth Coleman, Summer Creek McKenna Worrell, Clear Springs Rebels. In three appearances, Myers has a 2.25 earned run average, having allowed three hits and an earned run. TRACK AND FIELD Niya Johnson, Clear Springs Thursday, Feb. 28 Thompson boys at PISD meet, Auxiliary, 4:30 First Team Selections Tara Kessner, Clear Lake Lajaunie tennis is April 26-28 Torrence Stevens, S. Houston, Sr. Savannah Lyde, Clear Lake The 2019 Darren La- dedicated and passionate Entry fee for the tourna- Friday, March 1 jaunie Memorial Tennis for his favorite pastime of ment is $35 for singles Dobie varsity girls at Falcon Relays, Clear Lake, TBA Marquice Scott, Dobie, Jr. Reese Schumann, Clear Lake Tournament will return to playing tennis. and $22.50 per player for Dobie varsity boys at Falcon Relays, Clear Lake, TBA the Harry Taylor Tennis All players will receive doubles. Center in Pasadena April a tournament T-shirt, a Players may also reg- Dylan Phillip, Summer Creek, Sr. Lauren Small, Clear Falls 26-28. luggage tag and enjoy a ister at www.setteo.com. Wednesday, March 6 The DLTSF will con- complimentary opening Registration deadline is Pasadena ISD intermediate meet, Auxiliary, 4:30 Kendrick Gathe, Humble, Sr. Josephine Adegbite, Clear Falls tinue to award college morning breakfast snack. April 14. scholarships to the seniors A free lunch will also The tournament will Derreon Jackson, S. Houston, Sr. Alexis Clayborne, Clear Falls on the Dobie High School be available for players begin Saturday, April 27, Thursday, March 7 tennis team, in addition to and spectators, donated by at 8 a.m. and finish the Pasadena ISD intermediate meet, Auxiliary, 4:30 Nick Gazelas, Atascocita, Sr. Lauren Sinclair, Clear Creek qualifying members of the the Lajaunie family. The next afternoon, with tro- Harry Taylor Tennis Cen- Darren Lajaunie Tennis phy presentations at the BASEBALL Joe Rollins, Atascocita, Sr. Eliya Ellis, Clear Creek ter. Scholarship Fund vol- conclusion of each divi- The Darren Lajaunie unteers are busy seeking sion of play. Thursday, Feb. 28 Deunte Walls, Rayburn, Sr. Alyssa Berry, Clear Brook Tennis Scholarship Fund donors and silent auction The Darren Lajaunie Dobie varsity hosts Mayde Creek, Dobie, 11:15 a.m. volunteers are in the plan- items. Tennis Scholarship Fund Dobie varsity hosts F.B. Marshall, Dobie, 1:30 p.m. Darian Ramos, Memorial, Jr. ning and sponsorship Opening ceremonies, website at www.DLtennis gathering stages for its including a scholarship scholarships.com includes Brook varsity hosts La Porte, Brook, 10 a.m. Second Team Selections eighth annual memorial awards dinner and silent pictures from the 2018 Brook varsity hosts Pearland, Brook, 5:30 p.m. tennis tournament. auction, will be held Fri- tournament and informa- Brook sophomores at North Shore tourn., TBA Blaise Blair, Clear Springs, Darren Lajaunie began day, April 26. tion on this year’s tour- Second Team Selections his tennis career play- There will be several nament, sponsorship op- ing tennis at Dobie High camp scholarships as well portunities, scholarships Friday March 1 Dylan Miles, Humble, Jr. D’nea Johnson, Clear Springs School and graduated as two college scholar- details and more. Dobie varsity hosts Galena Park, Dobie, 11:45 a.m. co-valedictorian in 1984. ships awarded to HTTC Those who would like Brook varsity hosts Bridgeland, Brook, 10 a.m. Nelson Herrera, Pasadena, Soph. Mercedes Mancha, Alvin Members of the Dobie junior tennis players. Din- to donate may also do Brook varsity hosts Bellaire, Brook, 5:30 p.m. tennis team will be award- ner tickets will soon be so on the website. The Kenyan Green, Atascocita, Sr. Macie Illyes, Clear Creek ed entry fees to play in the available for purchase. Darren Lajaunie Tennis Brook sophomores at North Shore tourn., TBA tournament in his honor. Opening night special Scholarship Fund is a non- Keith Oliver, S. Houston, Jr. DeAzhia Smith, Clear Creek Lajaunie lost his bat- activities this year include profit corporation, and all Saturday, March 2 tle with melanoma May HTTC hosting a com- donations are tax-deduct- Dobie varsity hosts Westbury, Dobie, 11:15 a.m. Jakobe Perkins, Summer Creek, Sr. Niah Richard, Clear Falls 3, 2011. This scholarship plimentary cardio tennis ible. fund and tournament is a clinic for adults, and a Donations may now Brook varsity hosts Atascocita, Brook, 10 a.m. Malik Nash, Humble, Jr. Piper Stephenson, Clear Falls way to honor his memory children’s clinic full of be made via the web- Brook JV hosts Pas. Memorial, 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. by helping junior tennis fun tennis games for ages site with a credit card or Brook sophomores at North Shore tourn., TBA Jaylen Johnson, Summer Creek, Fr. Morgan McGaugh, Clear Falls players enjoy tennis and 12 and under. There will one may mail a check or assist with their education also be plenty of giveaway money order to: Darren Shannon Hayes, Dobie, Jr. Hailey Henry, Clear Brook in college. prizes. Lajaunie Tennis Scholar- Monday, March 4 He was an electrical Tickets may be pur- ship Fund, 3106 Mossy Dobie varsity host Brook, Dobie, 4:00 Dylan Dawson, Atascocita, Jr. Veyda Lake, Clear Brook engineer graduate from chased at the HTTC or Elm Court, Houston, TX the University of Texas in on the DLTSF website 77059, or contact Ca- Thursday, March 7 through Saturday, March 9 Ian Butler, S. Houston, Sr. Katie Edmonds, Clear Lake Austin, and a pillar of the as of March 25. In May, mille Lajaunie, commit- community while work- the 2019 Dobie recipi- tee chairperson at cjlajau Dobie varsity at Crosby tourn., TBA Micah Jernigan, S. Houston, Jr. America Llanes, Clear Lake ing at the Johnson Space ents will be awarded their [email protected] with any Brook varsity at Alvin ISD tourn., TBA Center. Lajaunie was also scholarships at the school. questions. CALENDAR

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Family members and friends of problem drinkers/ 9243. details, or drop in. 10 a.m. addicts share, learn Al-Anon principles, that they are SUNDAY, MARCH 3 Noon Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and not alone, and discover choices available. For details, 1 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the call 281-484-9243. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and Group, noon, 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call club at 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochs SATURDAY, MARCH 2 Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 713-686-6300. [email protected] for details. 7:30 a.m. 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochsner@aol. 2 p.m. Noon Alcoholics Anonymous – “Breakfast with Bill”, com for details. Genealogy Group – Parker Williams Genealogy group Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Saturdays, 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 2 p.m. meets from 2 to 4 p.m. on fi rst and third Monday at the Group, noon, 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, Cornell Conference Grief Support Group – For adults who have lost a Parker Williams Library, Beamer at Scarsdale. Public is 713-686-6300. room. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in. loved one. Meets Sundays, except Mother’s Day, Easter invited. For details, email Liz Hicks at [email protected]. AT YOUR 6:30 p.m. 11 a.m. and Christmas, 2 to 3:15 p.m., First United Methodist 6 p.m. Kirkwood Civic Association meets at the South Belt Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena. For details, New Directions Singles – Age 50 and older meets the FINGERTIPS Chamber of Commerce (new location), 10500 women affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First call 281-487-8787. first and third Mondays for a potluck dinner with activi- Scarsdale. This is the annual meeting for election of United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., 5:30 p.m. ties and/or guest speakers at Webster Presbyterian officers. For more information, call Ericka McCrutcheon Pasadena, Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281- Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program, Church, 201 W. NASA Pkwy. For details, call Margarita READ at 281-989-9990. 487-8787, or drop in. Sundays, 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel at Life Church, 9900 at 832-715-9658. 7 p.m. 1 p.m. Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 for details or to Scrabble Club #511 – Meets Monday at IHOP, 11222 THE Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and RSVP for child care. Fuqua. Come, improve crossword playing skills. Call 281- meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 8 p.m. 488-2923 for details. CLASSIFIEDS First Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochsner@aol. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads 6:30 p.m. and you’re guaranteed call 713-661-4200. com for details. UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 Toastmasters – The Young Professionals Southeast a spin around the world FRIDAY, MARCH 1 7-9:45 p.m. p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281- Toastmasters Club #05324194 meets Mondays, 6:30 – of buying and selling... 7 a.m. Mardi Gras ballroom dance party – The community is 484-9243. 7:30 p.m., at the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale jobs and homes, AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through invited to attend the Mardi Gras party, dancing to ball- MONDAY, MARCH 4 Blvd., in room 110 D (except when library is closed). For Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 room music selected by John Ruhberg, at Hometown 10 a.m. details, call Karen Nunn at 832-722-9061 or Carolyn choice business Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference Heroes Park, located at 1001 East League City Park- Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays, 10 to 11 a.m. Literature Carmichael at 832-372-3565 or visit https://youngprofes opportunities and room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. way. Attendees may dress as they like and dance to a Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P sionalstoastmasters.com/. sometimes just a friend... 10 a.m. variety of rhythms on a fl oating hardwood fl oor. Every- Street, Deer Park. Enter through back of church. Call 7 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, one is welcome to enjoy dancing, eating king cake and 409-454-5720 for details, or drop in. Survivors of Suicide Support Group – gives coping 281-481-5656 Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, letting the good times roll for only $8 in the smoke- and 10 a.m. skills in a non-threatening environment to adults who 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email the direc- alcohol-free ballroom. Tables are reserved for dancers Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, have lost a loved one to suicide. For details email South Belt-Ellington tor at [email protected] for details. without partners and everyone is welcome regardless Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, [email protected] or visit www.crisishotline.org or Leader 7 p.m. of skill level, age or status. This dance is sponsored by 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email the direc- call 832-416-1177. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, Let’s Dance, Bill and Neva Schroder. For questions, tor at [email protected] for details. 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If you have any previous fi re or EMS training, (Fire Department, Forest Service, CALENDAR Military, etc), we can accept those training hours also. You can visit our web- site: www.southeastvfd.com to learn more, download an application package Continued from Page 3B Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 MONDAY, MARCH 4 or email the director at [email protected] for details. and see some of the activities that we participate in yearly. Please come to one 7 p.m. 11:30 a.m. of our meetings to meet your fellow volunteers and join us in this very impor- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open meeting, Houston Hobby Airport Lions Club – meets monthly, first and third 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian Wednesday, Golden Corral, 4021 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena. December tant and worthwhile activity. Become a valued and needed part of our growing Church (youth building). For details, call 713-661-4200. may be an exception. For information, email Teresa Dover at dover 7:30 p.m. [email protected]. community where Neighbors Help Neighbors! Your community needs you! Congregation Shaar Hashalom – Israeli Folk Dancing Mondays, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., 16020 El Camino Real, 77062. $4/session or $35/10 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call 713-686-6300. sessions for CSH members and $5/session or $45/10 session for non- 1 - 3:30 p.m. members. Everyone is welcome. For information, contact 281-488- Hometown Heroes Park – has Hump Day Dance for free practice 5861 or [email protected]. ballroom dances (not lessons) in a casual environment. A variety of 7:30 p.m. rhythms are played from entry to advanced dancing levels at 1001 E. Looking Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Saint Luke’s Group, 12 Step League City Pkwy. League City nonresidents must purchase activity South Belt-Ellington Leader Recovery, open meeting Mondays, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Education card (see Tuesday 12:30 p.m. dance for details). Help is available to to sell Bldg., 11011 Hall Rd., 77089. For details, call Jesse at 832-725-8479 assist learning dance moves. For information on the activity card, call or Rita at 281-309-2801. the city at 281-554-1180. Deadline: or lease TUESDAY, MARCH 5 7 p.m. Leader Reader Ads 7 a.m. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open meeting, Personal: Noon Tuesday your home? AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Church-youth bldg. For information, call 713-661-4200. 25 Words - $8 • 3 Weeks $21 Ads Are Not Taken Let us Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. 7 p.m. Business: Over The Phone 9:30 a.m. Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention – Call 281-286-2525 (24- Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include dioramas, hour crisis hotline) for confidential domestic violence/sexual abuse 25 Words - $10 • 3 Weeks $27 help you! a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office and an old-time kitchen. Tuesday support group for women. Visit www.bayareaturningpoint.org for infor- no changes, no refunds through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 204 S. Main, Pasadena. For mation. Place an details, call 713-472-0565. 8 p.m. 10 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on ad in the Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Thursday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale ______16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email the Blvd. For information, call 281-484-9243. South director at [email protected] for details. THURSDAY, MARCH 7 ______11:30 a.m. 7 a.m. Belt- Local NARFE Meeting – National Association of Retired Federal AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., Employees, Chapter 1321, meets the first Tuesday at Clear Lake First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in ______Ellington Community Center, 5001 NASA Pkwy. Lunch is $6. For details, call Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. Leader's Norman Chaffee at 713-944-2461. 10 a.m. ______Noon Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Thursday, 10 weekly Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call 713-686-6300. the director at [email protected] for details. Real Estate Noon Noon Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., Golfcrest Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, Make checks payable to: section! 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South Belt 1 p.m. Trailmixers – Meets the first Tuesday at Luby’s, 11595 Fuqua. Former and current employees of J. Frank Dobie High School are welcome. 1:30 p.m. Graphics & Printing TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – #1530 meets at the Sagemont Park Community Center, 11507 Hughes Rd., 1:30 p.m. For informa- One stop for all your printing needs Need Help Finding Your tion, call Jeanette Sumrall at 713-946-3713. 2 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club Lab Class – Tuesday, 2 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. For details or classes, contact Dr. Glandorf at drglandorf@sbc- 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 global.net or call 281-488-6318. Dream Home? 6:30 p.m. Bay Area Quilt Guild – Meets the first Tuesday, Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, 10310 Scarsdale Blvd. Fellowship is at 6:30 p.m.; meeting/ program begins at 7 p.m. Visit www.Facebook.com/BayAreaQuiltGuild. 7 p.m. To submit items Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. 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22-6A Boys’ Soccer Standings Team W L T Pts. Dobie 9 0 0 27 Memorial 8 3 0 24 Kingwood 7 3 1 22 Humble 7 4 0 21 Dobie sophomore Marina Vasquez (8) tracks a South Houston its last two matches, Dobie now faces a tough road stretch as it Atascocita 5 4 1 16 player earlier this 22-6A season as part of Senior Night at Vet- looks to keep pace with Atascocita for second place in the stand- erans Stadium. Tied against Summer Creek and Pasadena in ings. Rayburn 4 6 1 13 San Jacinto College softball gains steam; now 11-8 Pasadena 2 7 1 7 Continued from Page 3B defeated Northwest Kansas doubles, and Grotenhuis fi ve. Scoring a combined 65 Ramber is hitting .400 with went 6 2/3 innings for the Tech again, this time getting and Tannery doubled. Krist- runs during the six-game 22 RBIs, and Grotenhuis is S. Houston 2 8 1 7 win. After a 12-1 win over 13 hits in a 10-2 victory. off notched the win, going 4 winning streak, the Coyotes at .397 with 18 runs batted Hill College, San Jacinto Saenz and Garcia had 1/3 innings and striking out are hitting .336 as a team. in. S. Creek 0 9 1 1 JFD track squads coast at Stampede Continued from Page 1B of 4:21.20, easily beating fourth in a time of 2:36.13. trolled the relays en route second-place South Hous- Singleton came up with to a team win with 95 ton. another gold medal at the points, leaving Deer Park Steadily improving now 400 distance, with her second with 81. through three meets, the time of 1:01.71 downing La Porte won the girls’ Dobie boys were able to the rest of the fi eld. Hunt crown with 129 points, win a team title with just placed fourth in this one with Dobie second with that, a great team effort. with a time of 1:05.03. 105 points. Sophomore Jeremiah The Lady Longhorns With three meets now Ballard, looking to make also fared very well in the in the books and both Do- a name for himself in the 300 hurdles as Erika To- bie squads rounding into hurdling events, champi- falla was second with a form, the locals will com- oned things at the 110 dis- time of 50.85 for the sil- pete at the Falcon Relays tance as he edged a pair of ver, and Jones was just a March 1, at Clear Lake La Porte competitors with bit off that pace with her High School. a winning time of 16.11. time of 50.93. Hosting one if its first Dobie’s Deon Single- Rachel Smith and Jor- meets at Dobie since the ton also came up big in the dyn Ridge also aided the campus opened for the 400-meter dash, coming in Dobie effort in the 100 2003-2004 school year, at 53.00 to easily win the dash. the Longhorns were on event. At 12.87, Smith wound their game, particularly in The Longhorns also up second for a silver the relays. scored well in the 200 medal, and Ridge, a soph- The boys won the as Rushad Ball placed omore, came in at 13.53 4x100 relay at 43.91 sec- second with a time of for fi fth place. onds as the group scored 23.02, and teammate Jace Dobie also scored key 20 big points toward the Young’s time of 23.65 was points in the 200 dash. eventual team win in the good for fourth place. There, Reed’s time of end. The Longhorns’ Danny 26.77 was second, with Following that, the Nguyen added a point for Ridge fourth in a time of Dobie boys also won the his sixth-place fi nish of 27.94. Kenya Horton’s 4x200, with the time of 24.24. time of 28.40 placed her 1:32.04 edging Deer Park Distance man Alberto sixth for a point. for the victory. Campa continued his fi ne Lady Longhorns’ fi rst- Although they did not season, grabbing a bronze year head coach Charles run the 4x200, the Lady medal for third place in Washington was thrilled Longhorns claimed 20 the 3,200 run at 10:26.57. with his athletes’ effort. big points as they won the Elsewhere, a time of “I’m very pleased,” 4x100 and the 4x400. 11.43 in the 100 dash al- Washington said. “And In the 4x1, Rachel lowed the Longhorns’ very proud of these young Smith teamed with Aajay- Cheziah Lynch to grab ladies. Each week, they’ve lah Reed, Janelle Mooney fourth place, just outside gotten better with their and Ambreon Jones for a of the medal grab but good times and results, and it’s time of 50.50, edging out for four points. all due to their hard work La Porte. The Lady Longhorns in practice.” In the 4x400, the Lady got another great perfor- Now it’s on to Clear Longhorns got great hand- mance from sophomore Lake for the Dobie teams. offs from Vanessa Villare- distance runner Ama- Things appear to be going al, Grace Castaneda, Janya ri Singleton in the meet. splendidly for the locals, Hunt and Briasia Garza to She won the 800 run at and the rest of the season snag the victory in a time 2:28.01, with Castaneda should be fun to watch. Brook track and fi eld competes in two meets An improving Clear performed well in the hurdles place fi nish of 2:19.30 in the Brook varsity boys’ track and as he placed second in the 800 run. fi eld team traveled to Porter 300s at 47.40, and was also a The Wolverines were third High School March 22 for the medalist for third place in the in both the 4x100 and 4x400 Spartan Relays, coming away 110s at 18.19. relays and placed fourth in with solid results. Senior Nolan Jeffery was the 4x200 relay. Sebastian Koran, a Region third in the 200 dash in a time The Clear Brook varsi- III meet qualifi er during the of 23.14, and junior David ty girls competed at the Fort cross-country season, con- Cherry was fourth in the 400 Bend Relays. tinued his strong running, run with a time of 55.44. Freshman Camryn Dick- winning the 1,600 run with a Senior Taylor Poe had a son was second for a silver time of 4 minutes, 49.31 sec- great meet, placing fourth medal in the 200 dash, and onds. in the 3,200 run in a time of Reagan Dunlap was sixth At the 800 distance, Ko- 11:54.55, and Donald Eze- in the 3,200 run in a time of ran was in the running for ude, also a senior, took fi fth 12:31.90. the gold medal as well but in the 800 run with a clocking The Lady Wolverines’ wound up second in a time of off 2:18.66. 4x100 relay squad delivered 2:04.09. Senior Nathan Wagner a time of 48.15 for fi fth place Junior Rafael Garza also also came up with a fi fth- in the fi nals.