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July 15, 2010 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 35, No. 24 Heavy trash scheduled Tree waste will be picked up Thursday, July 15, for city of Houston residents living north Voters to decide on drainage funding of Beltway 8. Residents south of the beltway are scheduled for Thursday, July 22. For more By James Bolen sion member and vice president of Pate Engi- expected to cost about $5 per month for an av- of the program only if other government entities, information, call 3-1-1. Come November, Houston voters will likely neers, Inc., Renew Houston on Thursday, July 1, erage homeowner with a 5,000-square-foot lot such as the Harris County Flood Control District play a pivotal role in determining how future city submitted more than 35,000 signatures to the city and a 2,500-square-foot home and $90 a month and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, are also PIP meeting July 20 drainage and street renewal projects are funded. secretary – far more than the 22,000 required to for an average commercial property owner with involved in the process. The nonprofi t organization, Renew Houston, place the issue on the Nov. 2 ballot for a referen- 14 units per acre; a “Development Impact Fee” “I’m a big believer in democracy, and these The next Positive Interaction Program will is on a mission to add an amendment to the city dum. that would set up a program in which developers are serious dollars that we’re talking about for meet Tuesday, July 20, at 7 p.m. in the first charter that would create a dedicated fund to If approved by voters, the proposal would cre- have to pay for the degree to which their projects fl ooding and drainage needs in the Greater Hous- floor staff meeting room at Memorial Hermann provide for necessary infrastructure improve- ate a dedicated fund for drainage and street re- impact surrounding density; and a “Pay-as-you- ton area,” Parker said at a recent press confer- Southeast Hospital, 11800 Astoria. Guest ments. newal, using revenues from fees charged to busi- go” plan that would take the estimated one-sixth ence. “But I have said clearly and consistently speaker will be Officer Jacob Webb of the Currently, Houston drainage and street repair nesses, homeowners and developers, as well as of total city property tax revenues used now to that we would never go to voters without a clear Houston Police Department’s financial crimes ventures are paid for using money from the city’s a portion of property tax money that is currently pay for interest costs on debt that has fi nanced plan with identifi able projects, without having all unit who will speak on identity theft. The PIP general fund, with projects often taking a back- being used to pay off debt associated with infra- infrastructure and drainage ventures and apply it the other stakeholders engaged in this. Drainage program consists of police and citizens work- seat to other city needs in this time of economic structure projects. directly to new projects. is not something the City of Houston can do by ing together to make neighborhoods safer. For hardship. According to the organization’s Web site, Houston Mayor Annise Parker is supportive itself.” more information, call Officer Randy Derr at Proposed by Houston At-Large Position 1 funding for the 20-year, $8 billion plan to shore 281-218-3900. City Councilmember Stephen C. Costello and up the city’s infrastructure would come from Beverly Hills Civic to meet Jeff Ross, City of Houston Planning Commis- three sources: a “Stormwater User Fee” that is Fireman retires after 30 years Beverly Hills Civic Club will meet Monday, July 19, at Beverly Hills Park from 6:30 to Former South Belt resident Leon- 7:30 p.m. Bring a friend. Speer named PISD president ard “Kirk” Narcisse recently re- tired from the Houston Fire De- Library events scheduled Jerry Speer coached football at Pasadena High School. partment after serving for more was recently Speer holds a Bachelor of Science degree than 30 years. Narcisse worked The following events are scheduled for the named president from Central University in Edmond, Okla., and a his entire HFD career serving Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale: of the Pasadena master’s degree in administration from the Uni- the South Belt community. Af- The library will present Stranger Danger Independent versity of Houston-Clear Lake. He was a math ter completing the Houston Fire by the Harris County Sheriff’s Department on School District and science teacher for 20 years before entering Department Training Academy Tuesday, July 20, at 2:30 p.m. Free tickets are Board of Trust- administration. located behind Hobby Airport, required and can be picked up at the library. ees. He has been married for 42 years to his wife, Narcisse was initially assigned Teen button/pin craft will be held Wed- Speer, who Mary, a retired PISD school nurse. They have to Fire Station No. 61, located nesday, July 21, at 3 p.m. Registration is has served on four daughters, all of whom graduated from Sam on Monroe Road near Almeda required. the board for 10 Rayburn High School. Genoa Road, where he worked Movie Madness is scheduled for Thursday, years, is replac- Speer is also a lecturer at St. Frances Cabrini from March 1980 until May July 22, at 2:30 p.m. Call the library at 281- ing South Belt Catholic Church. 1991. He then transferred to Fire 484-2036 for feature title. resident Fred The board is composed of seven members Station No. 70, located on Beam- On Saturday, July 24, Vietnamese storytime Roberts, who elected at-large to three year terms. Positions are er Road near Beltway 8, where will include Reading Club at 9 a.m., interme- will remain on voted on once a year by the board following the he served the last 19 years on the diate storytime at 11 a.m., and beginner story- the board as a Jerry Speer annual board election, in what the district calls a “B” shift until his retirement this time at 1 p.m. member. reorganization period. year. Originally from Louisiana, Preschool storytime, designed for ages 3-6, The newly named board president retired from Marshall Kendrick was named vice president; Narcisse was admired at the sta- is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, and toddler story- PISD in July 2000 after serving 39 years in edu- Mariselle Quijano-Lerma will serve as secretary; tion for his Cajun cooking. “His time, geared toward children who are walking cation. He was principal of J. Frank Dobie High newly elected Jack Bailey was named assistant cooking was awesome,” said for- to age 3, is at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. School from 1986-2000. secretary; and Vickie Morgan and Nelda Sullivan mer co-worker Jason Coronado. An ESL tutor information and training ses- A veteran of the U.S. Army, Speer also will serve as members. “He took care of us.” Coronado sion is set for Saturday, Aug. 7, from 9 a.m. to said Narcisse was also known for 12:30 p.m. Call the library for details. his kindness. “He was a real nice Local youth dies from abuse guy,” he said. “If you ever needed St. Luke’s VBS set anything, he was there.” After re- St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church is A 6-year-old boy who recently completed kin- dren’s Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. tiring, Narcisse said he intends to currently registering 4-year-olds through fifth dergarten at Stuchbery Elementary died Sunday, The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sci- travel and spend more time with grade for Vacation Bible School set for Monday, July 11, after reportedly being beaten by his es- ences ruled the death a homicide caused by mul- his family. July 19, through Friday, July 23. VBS will tranged father. tiple blunt traumas to the child’s body. travel through Discovery Canyon, exploring According to Houston Police Department of- Duncan is charged with murder in the 230th the wonders of the Word through stories, fi cials, Tekkerrious “T.K.” Jackson had asked his State District Court. Duncan’s girlfriend, Tam- songs, prayer and activities. Families and mother, Lucy Jackson Adams, 30, of Sagemont, myra Lanette Sampson, 30, who witnessed the Police seek shooting suspect friends are invited to the open house on Thurs- if he could spend the summer with his father, beatings along with her 11-year-old daughter, is day, July 22, at 7 p.m. when the children will Alex McGowen Duncan, in an effort to bond charged with injury to a child by omission in the The Houston Police Department is investigat- road in front of the Oxford Apartments between take their family and friends on a tour of the with him. 230th State District Court for failing to report the ing the shooting of a man that occurred about Almeda Genoa and Edgebrook. various “canyon sites.” At 7:30 p.m., in the Police say that when Jackson failed to go to abuse. 5:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 8, in the 10900 block When offi cers arrived, the victim was found in church, the children will present reflections on sleep as instructed by his father, he was repeat- Court records show Duncan has a lengthy of the Gulf Freeway. the complex’s parking lot bleeding from his face the Scripture stories and songs they have edly struck in the chest by Duncan, 34, who re- criminal history in Harris County, including According to police, the unidentifi ed male and left ear. learned. Refreshments will be available in the sided in the 4900 block of Polk. convictions for drug possession, attempted pos- victim, 34, of Highland, suffered a gunshot Upon being hospitalized, it was determined social hall before and after the prayer service. HPD Homicide Division Sgts. B. Harris and session of drugs, assault of a family member, wound to the face and was transported by Hous- the victim had been shot in the ear. Registration forms for Vacation Bible School J. Roberts reported that Duncan, also known as evading detention, failure to identify himself to ton Fire Department personnel to Memorial At press time, police say there was no known week are available in the parish offices and on “Boomer,” put Jackson to bed at about 7 p.m. a police offi cer as a fugitive and resisting arrest. Hermann Southeast Hospital. He was then trans- motive nor suspect(s) in the case. the Web site at stlukescatholic.com. Space is Saturday, July 10, but became upset when the Sampson also has a lengthy criminal history ferred to Ben Taub General Hospital, where he Anyone with information about this incident limited – register early. child would not go to sleep. in Harris County, including convictions for theft, remained in critical condition at press time. is urged to call the HPD Homicide Division at For the next eight hours, Jackson was made illegal redemption of food stamps and hindering Authorities say offi cers responded to a report 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222- Health fair at church to kneel with his arms extended in front of him. apprehension. of a major accident on the Gulf Freeway service TIPS (8477). Duncan told investigators that whenever Jackson At press time, both Duncan and Sampson re- A community health fair will be held at lowered his arms, he would receive a series of mained in Harris County custody, each held on Bibleway Fellowship Baptist Church, 10120 blows as part of what Duncan described as “chest $50,000 bail. Hartsook Road, on July 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 boxing.” An account has been set up to aid the Jack- MHSH offers new treatment p.m. The entire community is invited. Screen- Duncan described this as a fl urry of punches son family. Donations may be made to the Shell Doctors at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hos- plaque also minimizes the potential for that ings and information for preventing various to the chest and other parts of the body. Federal Credit Union account No. 64165410 or illnesses will be provided. A nutritionist and pital are some of the fi rst in the area to use a new- plaque to travel back through the leg’s arteries After reportedly suffering seizures Sunday, dropped off at Stuchbery Elementary any time ly Food and Drug Administration-cleared device and cause another blockage. pharmacist will be available to answer ques- July 11, Jackson was transported to Texas Chil- after Monday, Aug. 2. tions or concerns. Doctors, nurses and other that removes potentially deadly artery-clogging “This treatment represents an innovative and medical professionals will be available. There plaque in leg arteries for patients suffering from minimally invasive solution to clear blockages in will also be school supplies (while they last), peripheral arterial disease (PAD), a chronic con- the peripheral arteries, restoring blood fl ow and screenings for children, door prizes, activities dition that affects nearly 12 million Americans. effectively treating the disease without surgery,” and more. SVFD honors CBC MUD PAD occurs when plaque builds up on the in- said Dr. Karan Bhalla, cardiologist at Memorial side walls of blood vessels, causing a blockage Hermann Southeast. Lariaette dance clinic set of blood fl ow to the extremities, and is often as- Bhalla was the fi rst physician at Memorial sociated with high blood pressure, diabetes, heart Hermann Southeast to treat a patient using the The Dobie Lariaettes will hold their annual disease, stroke and aging. device. summer dance clinic, Fun In the Sun, Thurs- The Jetstream Atherectomy System is the fi rst PAD usually affects adults from age 60 to 80, day and Friday, July 29 and July 30, from 8 on the market capable of treating an entire spec- but patients can be younger. Further, while peo- a.m. to 4 p.m. at Dobie High School. Cost will trum of disease found in the PAD patient, includ- ple with elevated cholesterol, smokers or those be $40 for pre-registration, or $50 at the door ing hard and soft plaque, calcium, thrombus and with a history of heart disease can develop PAD, (cash or money order only). Pre-registration fi brotic lesions with consistent clinical results. many people do not realize they have blocked ar- ends July 20. Lunch and a snack will be pro- The Jetstream catheter is equipped with tiny teries. vided along with a certificate and camp souve- rotating blades and a vacuum that cuts through PAD is responsible for more than 150,000 leg nir. Show-off of camp routines will be at 3 p.m. accumulated plaque in the legs, then vacuums amputations each year, and only about 400,000 on July 30. away the debris left behind. This treatment patients receive the endovascular intervention To register or for more information, contact has the potential to reduce procedure time and they need. In addition, many patients are poor Lori Perez at 281-797-8370 or e-mail lp.lori minimize vessel trauma, which can mean fewer surgical candidates for whom surgery can be life [email protected]. complications for patients. Removing the loose threatening. Dobie choir alum to reunite A reunion for Dobie High School Choir SJC presents Black Comedy alumni under Debbie Tidwell’s direction (1982-2002) is in the works. The planning com- The San Jacinto College South theater depart- unexpected guests, aging spinsters and a mis- mittee needs help finding former choir mem- ment will dim the lights this summer to present chievous mistress impede the young man’s fran- bers. Join the Facebook group “J. Frank Dobie Black Comedy, a lively one-act play by Peter tic attempts to keep the event from becoming a High School Choir Alumni 1982-2002” or Shaffer. disaster. e-mail contact information to DobieChoir Action illuminates a dark stage in this pro- Curtain time for Black Comedy is 8 p.m., [email protected]. More information about duction, directed by Mark B. Robbins, about the Thursday, July 22, through Saturday, July 24. the reunion will be forthcoming. lovesick and desperate sculptor, Brindsley Mill- A matinee performance will be presented at 2 er. p.m. on Sunday, July 25. At its monthly meeting Thursday, July 8, members of the Clear Brook City Municipal Util- The sculptor has embellished his apartment The production will take place in the studio Sageglen annual meeting set ity District were honored by the Southeast Volunteer Fire Department for their involve- with furniture and objects “borrowed” from the theater of the Marie Spence Flickinger Fine Arts The Sageglen Community Association will ment in the construction of the new SVFD station. At the meeting, MUD board members absent antique collector next door in hopes of Building at the San Jacinto College South cam- hold its annual meeting Monday, July 19, at 7 were named honorary volunteer fi refi ghters and were presented a plaque with a mounted impressing his fi ancée’s pompous father and a pus. p.m. Homeowners and residents of Sageglen, fi refi ghter’s ax. Shown above at the function are, left to right, SVFD Chief and CBC MUD wealthy art dealer visiting to purchase one of his Tickets are $5 in advance. Meadows of Clear Creek, Estates of Green Director Chuck Tylka, CBC MUD President Jim Bishop, CBC MUD Vice President Bill art pieces. Late seating will not be available due to lim- Tee Sections 6 and 8 and Green Tee Terrace Morgan, CBC MUD General Manager Chris Clark, CBC MUD Assistant Secretary David When a blown fuse plunges the apartment into ited space. are invited to attend. The meeting will be held Flickinger, SVFD Medical Offi cer David Feil, CBC MUD Secretary Steve Buckman and darkness just before the guests arrive, the eve- For more information, call 832-588-2968 or in the community building at 11610 Sageyork. SVFD Assistant Chief Tom Golightly. Photo by Marie Flickinger ning spirals out of control. Errant phone cords, e-mail sdramaboxoffi [email protected]. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, July 15, 2010 J. Frank Dobie HOSA student New SVFD station nears completion captures top spot at nationals Construction of the Dobie High School stu- during the three-day confer- new Southeast Vol- dent Dac Vu took top hon- ence. ors in the medical terminol- Vu advanced to the nation- unteer Fire Depart- ogy category at the national al event by placing among the ment station is nearly Health Occupations Students top students in the medical complete with the new Association competition re- terminology category at the facility set to open in cently. regional and state competi- mid-August, according The competition was tions. to SVFD Chief Chuck held in conjunction with the HOSA is a national stu- Tylka. Located on HOSA National Leadership dent organization endorsed Conference held in Orlando, by the U.S. Department of Scarsdale adjacent to Fla. More than 5,000 students Education and the Health the South Belt-Elling- from around the nation com- Science Technology Educa- ton Chamber of Com- peted in a variety of contests tion Division of ACTE. merce, the station will be the third in the area for the department and Heather Ogilvie Regimbald, will serve as its main station and fi rst large- scale disaster head- Miss Texas USA ’00 keeps ties quarters. Funded by a The tight-knit commu- of high school and lived in works for KHOU-TV in Clear Brook City Mu- nity that is the South Belt- Sageglen. Attending Dobie, Houston as an accounts nicipal Utility District Ellington area is unlike any she was very involved in the executive, but she has also bond that voters ap- other community in Hous- theater arts and also vol- served as a consultant for proved in March 2007, ton. Neighbors know each unteered with the student on-air segments. While she the station cost roughly other, kids go to school to- council. felt that working in the tele- $2 million to construct gether and grow up playing Regimbald acknowl- vision industry was always and occupies approxi- sports or in the same clubs. edged that moving at that in her future, what inspired mately 9,500 square It really is a community time in her high school edu- her to go that route was feet. In the photo at where one can hardly go cation was diffi cult, but that much closer to home. left, construction work- anywhere and not run into the South Belt area helped “I’d have to say that my someone who is known. her acclimate to her new infl uence came from my ers are shown putting Students who attend area surroundings. family,” Regimbald said. “I the fi nal touches on the high schools have been pre- “When I was still brand come from a family of small new building. ceded by many graduates, new to the area, I was out- entrepreneurs and realize but unfortunately, friends side my house building a that the sales team is the and neighbors lose touch af- scarecrow because it was face of the company and the ter moving on from second- around Halloween time, backbone to helping gener- ary education. It is for this and a popular cheerleader ate revenue. While being in reason the Leader is pre- from Dobie came up to front of the camera at a TV senting a series of profi les me,” Regimbald said. “She station might seem glamor- spotlighting the achieve- asked me to help decorate ous, I quickly learned that ments that have come to the town for homecoming. the real satisfaction and Readers’ Opinions Deaths graduates and attendees of That is what is great about reward comes on the sales Cantu “Arnoldo,” and grand- Ambro was born Feb. South Belt high schools. the area – everyone cel- side of things. Knowing that restitution to try to get cheaper electricity Everett son Marcos Zavala Jr. 1, 1941, in Rota, Spain. In An ‘atta girl’ to Byrd through the PUC than they can in the By Matt Griesmyer ebrates life as a community, what we do on a day-to-day She is survived by daugh- 1969 she married an Ameri- “I remember the friend- works together and knows basis helps companies grow marketplace. “Sonny” Vore ters Guadalupe R. Camarena can naval offi cer who was from Keener Generators facing this regulatory risk ships that I have made and no strangers. The popular is truly rewarding.” (Juan), Frances R. Hernan- stationed in her hometown, that I still cherish and carry cheerleader is one of my The road to KHOU has Wow! Thank you, Karen Byrd, for your will build it into their pricing. So consum- dez (Louis), Lydia R. Vega her husband of 41 years, Da- comments in the July 1 edition of the ers will be subjected to higher prices as with me today,” said Heath- best friends to this day.” not always been a smooth (Roberto), Ramona R. Za- vid Ambro. After living in er Regimbald. “The area Finishing her education one. Regimbald acknowl- Leader. I couldn’t have said it better! large companies or municipalities haggle vala (Marcos) and Carmen R. Spain, Iceland, Virginia, Il- Several members of our community have over electricity prices at the PUC. helped shape my charac- at Dobie and graduating in edged the major bump in Peña (Jose), and son Marga- linois and Pennsylvania, the 1996, Regimbald always the road that she hit, par- so much time on their hands that they The Staff Report also recommended a rito Rivera Sr. couple settled in the Houston ter.” regularly contribute venomous diatribe to new licensing scheme for electric – and Rivera leaves behind 30 area. They spent the last 29 Regimbald may not be a knew that she wanted to ticularly when she was new the Reader’s Opinions section of the telecommunications – companies that do grandchildren, 44 great- years there raising their fam- familiar name to South Belt work for a television sta- to the area. paper, when their spare time could better business at the PUC, along with a new grandchildren, a great-great- ily with frequent trips to see residents; before she mar- tion, but she did not know “One thing I struggled be spent in trying to make America and fee. Yet these companies and their cus- grandson, many nephews and loved ones in Spain. ried she was Heather Ogil- what fi eld to go into. Upon with as a young girl was our community even better than it already tomers already pay fees of more than nieces, and other relatives Ambro said she was hap- vie, South Belt’s very own graduation, she chose to at- reading and phonics,” is. $60 million a year that more than cover and friends. piest when surrounded by Miss Texas USA 2000. tend the University of Hous- Regimbald said. “I will al- When I see certain names below opin- the $14 million annual cost of running the Visitation was held Sun- her family. Despite numerous Regimbald grew up in ton and pursue a degree in ways remember Dobie be- ions in this column, I simply move on to PUC. day, July 11, and Monday, health issues, she actively Chicago but moved to South communication. cause it taught me that if I something else more interesting and Surprisingly, the Staff Report con- July 12, at Niday Funeral lived out her Catholic faith Belt in her sophomore year Currently, Regimbald did not address my limita- informative. Please continue reading the cludes that these new fees would result Home. Visitation continued in service to those whom she tions, I would not be suc- Leader on a regular basis, Karen, be- in “[n]o revenue gain to the State ...” I Monday at St. Luke the Evan- loved. cause there are so many articles and suspect consumers who will suffer a “rev- Everett “Sonny” Vore, 42, cessful. When other people died Thursday, July 8, 2010, gelist Catholic Church, with a She was preceded in death were doing cheerleading or comments that are worthy of your atten- enue loss” from these fees would beg to rosary. The funeral Mass was by her parents, Antonio Gon- tion and respect. differ. The recommendations for both the after a two-year battle with sports after school, I was at cancer. He was a South Belt held Tuesday, July 13, at St. zalez Sanchez and Vicenta home studying.” I have lived in the South Belt commu- insurance and electricity markets are Luke’s. Burial followed at Santamaria Gomez de Lara, nity more than 50 years, and I learned based on the assumption that consum- resident. At the University of Vore is survived by wife Forest Park Lawndale. and siblings Antonio, Rosario Houston, she earned a de- long ago not to let narrow-minded opin- ers can’t take care of themselves, so the and Vicenta Gonzalez Santa- ions of some, muddy the waters for all. government must do it for them. Dena, son Mason, stepson gree to start her career, but Christopher Young, mother maria, all of Rota, Spain. UH also gave her a hus- Brenda Keener This simply isn’t the case. Consumers Carmen Ambro is survived by Publisher’s comment: Thanks for the regularly make complicated and expen- Donna Okozaki of Hosuton, band. Then-Ogilvie met her stepfather Blazo Kovacevich her husband; children Paul plug Brenda; the Leader staff appreci- sive decisions without the government’s Ambro Ambro and wife Kimberly, husband, Scott Regimbald, ates it. –Marie Flickinger help – cell phones, computers, and other of Akron, Ohio, sister Debbie and they have been mar- Snyder of Singapore, brothers Michael Ambro and fi ancée electronic devices are just a few exam- Laura Brenner, and Lisa Am- ried for seven years. Scott ples. When the Sunset Advisory Commis- Blazo Kovacvich and Stefan Consumers not king Kovacevich of Akron, Ohio, bro, all of Pearland; grand- works for Halliburton in sion members vote on these recommen- children Emma, Isaac and El- Fort Worth where the fam- dations on July 6, they should remember and many family members with government and loved ones. ena Ambro; siblings Manuel, ily resides. They have one that consumers are sovereign in a free daughter, Rachel, who is 15 The concept of the consumer-driven Juan, and Manuela Gonzalez market. If they don’t like the choices one Santamaria; numerous other months old. economy is everywhere. We are told a company is offering, they can simply Carlota consumer-driven recovery is going to relatives in Spain and count- When asked about plans make their purchases elsewhere. less friends. for the future, Heather’s an- turn our economy around. Consumer- Bill Peacock, Tamayo Rivera driven health care was supposed to drive Visitation will be held swer was simple and fami- Director TPPF’s Center for Economic on Thursday, July 15, 2010, ly-oriented. down medical costs. Freedom Yet the real power of consumers is from 5 to 8 p.m. at Niday Fu- “We are wanting to grow generally ignored by those proposing neral Home, where a rosary our family and live happily government solutions to problems. Valtasaros responds will be said at 7 p.m. ever after,” she said. This is evident in the current sunset A funeral Mass will be Heather’s mother, Ellynn review of the Texas Department of Insur- to Byrd’s letter held Friday, July 16, 2010, at Ogilvie, still resides in the ance (TDI) and Public Utility Commission Dear Ms. Byrd, Carmen Gonzalez San- 2 p.m. at St. Luke the Evan- Houston area, and father (PUC) taking place in Austin. The sunset I was truly saddened by your response tamaria Ambro, 69, of Pear- gelist Catholic Church, with Bob Ogilvie currently lives review process is supposed to find ways in the Leader dated July 1, 2010. If you land, formerly of South Belt, the Rev. James Burkart offi - died unexpectedly on Mon- ciating. Interment will follow in Chicago. to make government more efficient. could stomach it perhaps you could open “I come back to Houston Instead, it has turned into yet another your mind and listen to both sides of a day, July 12, 2010, with her at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in family by her side. Dickinson. pretty often,” Heather said. way to reduce consumer welfare in the discussion on the present and future “I have quite a few friends marketplace. problems and blessings of our country. If who teach at Dobie. The Take the homeowners insurance mar- you could stomach it perhaps you could Top photo: Heather Ogilvie Regimbald is a former new school is phenomenal. ket. If consumers don’t like the prices read about others in the past, on both Leader South Belt resident and Miss Texas USA 2000. Be- It really shows the growth and products offered by one company in side of an argument, that brought about low, Heather Regimbald is pictured with husband of the area; (South Belt) is this competitive market they can easily the end of slavery, the end of segrega- Carlota Tamayo Rivera, switch to another. tion. Perhaps if the women of the past 90, died Thursday, July 8, obituary policy Scott and daughter Rachel. really booming.” But many “consumer advocates” want decided to stay within their peaceful and 2010. She was a South Belt to use the sunset process to implement a close minded cocoon you would not be resident. Obituaries submitted to the Leader are system of prior approval for homeowners allowed to vote today let alone write a Rivera is preceded in death published free of charge. There must be insurance. Put another way, consumers letter to the newspaper. by her parents, Margarito and wouldn’t be able to buy homeowners I can not only stomach it, but I can Guadalupe Tamayo, husband a South Belt connection. Obituaries are insurance until TDI gives its permission. enjoy listening to the arguments that cre- David Rivera Sr., son David edited to conform to the Leader style. The Texas electricity market is even ated the best country in the world. I can Rivera Jr., daughter Susan R. more competitive than the insurance listen to the people and ideas that are market. different than mine and question the The problem, however, is that the ones with which I disagree. I can accept price of electricity is loaded up with gov- the right of others to have and express Patterson reports on oil ernment fees, taxes, and mandates that these ideas. Thank God and I mean God, make electricity more expensive. for the divine intervention that helped our Franchise fees are one example. The founding fathers create a country where I average household pays around $154 a can have an opinion and I can express it spill, tar balls in Texas year in franchise fees on electricity, cable, without the fear, jail or worse. telephone, and gas bills – for an annual Perhaps you should try listening to a Texas Land Commissioner and former ing who is in charge.” Patterson said this cost to Texas consumers of more than conservative talk show before you deni- South Belt resident Jerry Patterson recent- level of cooperation between industry, lo- $400 million. grate it. It is comforting to attack on the ly announced the rapid response to remove cal, state and federal responders in Texas Electricity prices also contain subsi- basis of “I never read a book by so and Deepwater Horizon tarballs from the up- ensures a quick and effective response. dies for wind energy producers and so, but I don’t like it.” It is easy to say that per Texas coast this week won’t affect the Funds are available when it comes to energy efficiency programs – the annual I cannot stomach a conservative talk price tag for these will likely top $1 billion show if I don’t listen. It is easy to have state’s $20 million fund set aside for oil oil spill response in Texas, thanks to the in the near future. one side of an argument, yours, if you spill cleanups. Texas Legislature’s foresight in passing the Recommendations made in the Texas refuse to listen to any other. “In Texas, we’re ready,” Patterson said. Oil Spill Prevention and Response Act of Sunset Advisory Commission’s Staff In America you have a right to do any “I think the rest of the nation could learn a 1991, shortly after the Exxon Valdez spill. Report would further increase electricity and all of these things and God bless few lessons from us when it comes to plan- In the case of an oil spill from an un- prices. One recommendation calls for the you. In America I have the right to write a ning ahead and preparing for oil spills.” known source, Texas has $20 million set PUC to have the ability to order a gen- letter to my editor expressing my opinion, The Oil Spill Prevention and Response aside for cleanup costs. That $20 million erator to reimburse electricity buyers if it my beliefs, and my fears. I have the right Division of the Texas General Land Offi ce fund is from the 1.3 cent tax on imported has used “market power” to manipulate to read your letter and others and help to is funded with a 1.3 cent per barrel fee as- oil coming through Texas ports. electricity prices. form my ideas. I also have the right to sessed on oil passing through Texas ports. “For spills where the responsible party This concept of restitution may sound believe as I wish to not listen to others’ That fund pays for prepositioned equip- is known, such as the Deepwater Horizon consumer friendly, but it is not. ideas, to remain secluded and protected ment such as skimmers, air boats and oil spill, we don’t have to touch that fund,” There have been no alleged instances from the barrage of new and different boom at fi ve offi ces along the Texas coast, Patterson said. “We just bill the respon- of market power abuse in years in this philosophies. To ensure that these ideas staffed full-time by GLO oil spill response sible party, such as BP, directly for all heavily monitored market. So what this do not permeate and change my idea of experts who have spent years working with cleanup costs.” The cost to the consumer recommendation will result in is that the world as it is. Isn’t that exactly what local contractors, local governments and for this fund is negligible: about 7/1,000 of large users of electricity (industrial, com- the Jews wanted from Jesus? the U.S. Coast Guard preparing to respond a penny per gallon of gasoline refi ned in mercial, and municipal users) will use George Valtasaros to any oil spill in Texas waters. Texas. “In Texas, our oil spill folks already “I think the Texas response to oil spills know their federal and industry counter- in general shows that it really pays to plan South Belt-Ellington Leader parts when there’s an emergency because ahead,” Patterson said. The Voice of Community-Minded People they’ve worked together before, in drills To fi nd information on the Deepwater or responding to an actual spill,” Patterson Horizon spill and its impact on the Texas 11555 Beamer E-mail: [email protected] 281-481-5656 said. “Responding to a crisis is not the time coast, visit http://www.glo.state.tx.us/Deep Davy & Marie Flickinger, owners to be meeting your partners or determin- water. Thursday, July 15, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Thompson names 2009-2010 American Legion honorees 1st BCT Brigade, 75th BCT Divison awarded for Army Safety Excellence The 75th Battle Com- returned from a tour of duty pays dividends,” Shultz total of everyone’s commit- mand Training Division in Afghanistan, initiated a said. “It’s very gratifying ment and dedication to each celebrated a proud mo- robust divisionwide safety to receive this recognition, other, to the mission and to ment recently when Maj. program that resulted in the especially knowing that it setting a standard of excel- Gen. James Sholar, deputy recognition for the unit. takes everyone in the divi- lence” commanding general, U.S. “The 75th leadership sion doing the right things The Safety Excellence Army Reserve Command, completely embraces an to make it happen.” Streamer will be displayed awarded the newly autho- organizational culture of The 75th Division, with on the division guidon for rized Army Safety Excel- safety excellence that has its headquarters element at one year after which the lence Streamer in recogni- resonated throughout their Ellington Field in Houston, 75th will have to qualify for tion of the division’s record ranks,” said Anna Gibbs, comprises fi ve brigades lo- the distinction again to con- of achieving 12 consecutive U.S. Amy Reserve Com- cated in California, Texas, tinue fl ying it. months without a soldier or mand safety director. Illinois, Alabama and New “This safety benchmark unit having an at-fault Class Gibbs added that the 75th Jersey and has some 3,000 is a remarkable achievement A or B accident. wholeheartedly created and soldiers. for our division when you Chief Warrant Offi cer put into place command and Their primary mis- consider how geographical- Robert Shultz, 75th Divi- control measures that moti- sion centers on conducting ly separated our commands sion safety offi cer, accepted vated soldiers throughout state-of-the-art and doctrin- are,” said 75th Division the award on behalf of the their division to embrace ally correct pre-deployment Public Affairs Offi cer Maj. division with Maj. Gen. El- and put into practice critical battle command and staff Mark Williford. “We have don Regua, 75th Command- safety procedures. training for all military many veteran soldiers and ing General, by his side. The 75th Division is only branch component forces in leaders who have joined our Schultz, who is new to the second Army Reserve support of overseas contin- ranks and embrace the ben- the division, was quick to unit to receive the safety gency operations. efi ts of a proactive safety give credit to fellow safety streamer since its authoriza- “I am honored and hum- program,” program director, Chief tion last year. bled to command this great For additional informa- Warrant Offi cer Paul Par- “Commanders in the division,” said Regua. “This tion visit www.armyreserve. adis. Paradis, who recently Army realize that safety streamer represents the sum army.mil/75th.

Six Thompson Intermediate eighth-grade students were hon- bers at Thompson, the students included, left to right, Khoa ored by the American Legion for their academic achievements Truong, Alyssa Williams, Taylor Surratt, Savana Velasquez, along with their leadership skills and service in the community Wesley Schoppe and Tanya Torres. Among the talented nomi- during the 2009-2010 school year. Nominated by faculty mem- nees, Velasquez and Truong earned top honors. GaryWPhotos Dobie grad Leighton awarded scholarship TPC Group recently Best XI High School Soc- than $300,000 in academic chemical raw materials such tion, visit the company’s hosted a luncheon in hon- cer Player Dynamo Award. scholarships to graduating as C4 hydrocarbons. web site at www.tpcgrp. or of its 2010 recipients She plans on attending St. high school seniors. For additional informa- com. of the TPC Group Sons Mary’s University in the fall Headquartered in Hous- and Daughters scholarship to major in pre-law. ton with an operating his- award. Houston resident The efforts of TPC tory of more than 68 years, and Dobie High School Group build on a solid TPC Group Inc. has manu- GCLFEDS holds graduate Ashlyn Leighton foundation of community facturing facilities in the in- was a recipient this year. involvement and support dustrial corridor adjacent to July general meeting Leighton was an honor and seek to improve and the Houston Ship Channel, roll student and a member promote educational ad- Port Neches and Baytown, Join Greater Clear Lake to make dreams and plans for of the National Honor Soci- vancement, environmen- and operates a product ter- Families Exploring Down the future of children with ety. tal responsibility and the minal in Lake Charles. Syndrome general meet- special needs come true. She received an Aca- overall well-being of the The company is a lead- ing for a presentation on cre- The meeting will take demic Excellence Award, community. Since 2006, the ing producer of products ating a Microboard/nonprofit place on Saturday, July 24, at MVP Soccer Award and company has awarded more derived from niche petro- organization. 10:15 a.m. at the Clear Lake Heather Burdeaux, the Baptist Church, 15700 Space regional coordinator for the Center Blvd. (El Dorado and 75th Division Commander Maj. Gen Eldon Regua and U.S. Army Reserve Command. The 75th Division earned Microboard Collaboration Space Center) in Houston. Division Safety Offi cer Chief Warrant Offi cer Robert the award by achieving 12 consecutive months without an with the ARC of Texas, will Refreshments and child care Shultz, accept the Army Safety Excellence Streamer from at-fault Class A or B accident. The brigade is stationed at tell about this innovative way will be provided. Maj. Gen. James Sholar, deputy commanding general, Ellington Air Field. Photo by Master Sgt. Dave Thomas SJC student wins laptop 281-922-4168 ~~ 1-800-213-7266 Cruise the Western Caribbean from Galveston Honeymoons • Mexico • Alaska Disney World • Group Rates • Fun Jet Vacations Allow us to give you “Our Personalized Service” with all your travel plans... Just give us a call !! Pick a cruise for a great holiday gift!

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Cohen-McGaskey won her prize after filling out an online class evaluation at the end of the “We Specialize in Old-fashioned Service” spring 2010 semester. Ellie Meyer, coordinator for student life (right), pre- South Belt-Ellington Leader sented her with the computer during a recent student orientation at the • Treatment of South campus. The Dell laptops are awarded each semester as an incentive to encourage student participation in SJC surveys. For more information about Leader Reader Ads Deadline: Eye Diseases San Jac, call 281-998-6150 or visit www.sanjac.edu. Photo submitted 25 Words $8 for 1 week Noon Tuesday or 25 Words for 3 Weeks $21 Ads Are Not Taken CCISD leadership changes no changes, no refunds. Over The Phone Dr. B.J. Garner School’s out for summer, City Elementary, and League son moves to Mossman Ele- Therapeutic Optometrist but the Clear Creek Indepen- City Elementary Principal Car- mentary as assistant principal; Optometric Glaucoma Specialist dent School District is already la Massa moves to the Wedge- Stewart Elementary intern making plans for a stellar wood campus. Elena Self to League City El- ______• Laser Surgery 2010-2011 school year. When Clear Lake City Elementary ementary as assistant princi- students return to campus in Principal Leslie Dragg is leav- pal; and Laila Glenn, teacher ______Consultations Laura Garner, August, some of them will fi nd ing CCISD to fi nish her doctor- at Whitcomb, has been named Registered Optician there’s a new principal wel- ate. Jepsey Kimble will replace assistant principal at Whit- coming them in the hallways. her as principal of Clear Lake comb Elementary. ______“I am pleased to announce City Elementary School. Secondary – Clear Creek some exciting administrative Other administrative moves Intermediate Assistant Princi- ______• Contact Lenses changes for the 2010-2011 around the district include: pal Amy McDonald returns to school year,” said Superinten- Elementary – Greene As- Clear Lake High School; Jen- dent Greg Smith. “I commend sistant Principal Michael Ri- nifer Chiles, teacher at Victory Make checks payable to: each of these leaders for em- vera to Bay Elementary;White Lakes, has been named assis- • Eyewear bracing new opportunities in Assistant Principal Ann Begley tant principal at Clear Creek South Belt-Ellington Leader Clear Creek ISD.” moves to Greene Elementary; High School; John Palumbo, Melinda McClure, Leading the way with a League City Elementary Assis- intern at Brookside Intermedi- 11555 Beamer Road, Houston, TX 77089 Optometry Tech principal change is Wedge- tant Principal Tammy Gonzalez ate, has been named assistant – Serving the South Belt Area for 33 Years – wood Elementary School. moves to Stewart Elementary; principal at Clear Lake High After Hours: Use mail slot in Principal Ann Arrington moves Bay Assistant Principal Kris- School; and Alison McBride is front of building facing Beamer. to Brookwood Elementary tina Lasserre moves to White new to CCISD and will be the 281-481-5656 11408 Hughes Rd. 281-484-2020 School. Brookwood Principal Elementary; Bay Elementary assistant principal at Creekside Cathy Homer moves to League Literacy Coach Debbie John- Intermediate. Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, July 15, 2010 www.southbeltleader.com South Belt Graphics & Printing by Jan One stop for all your printing needs Over The Back Fence Business Forms • Business Cards • Custom Letterheads & Envelopes Wedding Invitations • Thank You Notes • Menus • Directories and more! Largest selection of 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 wigs in Texas! FEATURING GERRY COLE TURNS 77 Frazier Elementary Michelle Malveaux, Josefa Rodriguez Alliance Medical Clinic ESTETICA Gerry Cole, longtime South Belt resi- Maria Amaro is sent birthday wishes and Simon Sanchez July 18. Wishes for We have a New Provider! DESIGNS dent, turned 77 on July 8. Best wishes July 18. a happy birthday are sent on July 21 to General Offi ce Visit $35 WIGS & EXTENSIONS RAQUEL WELCH™ from all his family and friends at the Stuchbery Elementary Debbie Ganske. SIGNATURE COLLECTION The Right BRA, OF WIGS & Marking a birthday July 15 is Sharon LAUREATE PSI CHAPTER MEETS HAIR ADDITIONS Leader. Low Cost Labs Available The Right Form! by JODEE FRANK BAYE TURNS 75 Brantly. Laureate Psi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Caring Fitters Trained & Certified Melillo Middle School held its June meeting in the home of Susan Chronic Pain to Help With All Your After Becky’s Frank Baye, who has had a winning Breast Surgery Needs. 125 E. Galveston Street float in every one of the July 4 parades The day for a birthday party for Jennifer Watson with Sherrie Cox as co-hostess. Treatment Available Great selection of League City since the beginning in 1988, turned 75 Vann is July 18. Eleven members were present and three Mastectomy Swimsuits 281-332-6407 Morris Middle School absent, and Margie Dobbins is a new Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 9-4 on July 8. Best wishes to him from the 13630 Beamer Rd. Suite 125 • Houston, 77089 Leader staff and his wife, Gwen. Blow out the birthday candles for Hilda transfer member affiliating with the chapter. Rodriguez July 15. On July 18, Stephanie Carroll McCullough called the meeting SCHOOL DAZE Owen enjoys a birthday. A birthday is cel- to order, and final plans to see Fear the The following personnel and staff mem- 281-922-1881 Flood problems? ebrated by Andrine Villalta on July 19. Ducks at Radio City Theater on July 10 bers of the Pasadena Independent School Beverly Hills Intermediate were discussed. Following the meeting, District celebrate birthdays July 15 through You can go home again... Birthday greetings are sent to Susan Watson presented the program, New Paths ® July 21. FARMERS Jennings July 15. to Friendship Through Quilting. The chap- ® Atkinson Elementary FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS Let Farmers help. Thompson Intermediate ter’s July meeting will be hosted by Judy Greetings for a double birthday are sent to Blow out the birthday candles for Switzer and co-hosted by McCullough. At Farmers, we know that you insure Diana Bradshaw and Nora Smith July 18. Jeffrey M. Barry Youlanda Ravenell July 17. LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS your home to get things back to normal Burnett Elementary Insurance and Financial Dobie High E-mail birthday, anniversary, etc., to Celebrating a birthday July 15 is Teresa Services Representative if something unexpected happens. That’s Special birthday wishes are sent to Jose mynews@south beltleader.com with OTBF 11555 Beamer Rd., Ste 600 Able. Sandra Trojan enjoys a birthday July why you’ll love the friendly, thorough service Saavedra July 16. Birthday greetings are as the subject. Items must be submitted by 19. 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Photo by Matt Griesmyer Accepted In the Food Town Shopping Center Easthaven Baptist Church CCISD School Board 13100 Beamer Rd. • Houston, TX 77089 Remember When For more information, call 281-922-5520 Vacancy (District 4) 30 years ago (1980) gators arrested a southeast School District supported a exposing himself to his or register online at In an election still sparked Houston man in connection reduced bond issue. 5-year-old stepsister. www.easthavenchurch.org by controversy, write-in can- with the May 29 fi re at the Cash, checks and charge Houston police released Interested in serving on the Clear Creek Independent School Board of didates Joe Champion and Sagemont Townhomes on slips were stolen from Cen- a photo of the wig-wearing Trustees? If so and you live in District 4, please submit your resume and lett er Norma Stroud were elected Beamer. The fi re was alleg- tral Ace Hardware during man who robbed the Bank to the Sageglen Community edly set to get back at the an after-hours burglary. of America on Blackhawk of interest by July 26, 2010 to: JSC Federal Credit Union Association board. man’s ex-wife who lived in Only two of the original at Beltway 8. Dee Scott , Board President Houston City Council the townhomes. 670 homes in Southbend Clear Brook principal 2425 East Main Street Tired of Playing Games with Your Credit Card Company? passed a motion to have the The South Belt Secu- remained three years after Michael Kreis resigned af- League City, Texas 77573 Apply for a JSC FCU VISA Credit Card Today city legal advisors prepare rity Alliance fi led a $10,000 a court settlement in which ter only one year to return to Th e Board of Trustees will appoint someone to fi ll the District 4 seat until the an ordinance that would lawsuit against Southeast the subdivision’s developer the Dallas area, his original permit the introduction of Security Associates for re- agreed to take title to all home. next trustee election (May 2011). 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For a map of District 4, visit . million of improvements tation by a lifeguard at the federal funding for a new areas not incorporated by which included more park- Sageglen Community Asso- supply complex for the Air the city were dismissed ing for shoppers. ciation swimming pool was National Guard located at after it was determined they Sageglen resident Angela credited with saving the life Ellington Field. were issued in error. Several Enjoy These Benefits: Shifl ett placed in the top 10 of a 3-year-old girl. 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That dropped to approximately Walls were built between dents and staff have raised ton. Neighbors know each live in an apartment in mid- the same house that he was rounds out to more than 500. classrooms, along with a more than $100,000 for other, kids go to school to- town, he moved closer to raised in. nine happy visits for every When the school new offi ce for the staff to various charities including gether and grow up playing South Belt after marrying His father, Bruce, is a disciplinary visit to the of- opened in ’75, it was the occupy and better be able Hats for Hope and money sports or in the same clubs. Dana and currently resides manager for a company fi ce. fi rst school in the district to administer and provide to provide mosquito nets It really is a community in Pearland just off Dixie called Unifl ex, and mother The students at Frazier to have what is called an safety for the students. for villages in Africa. where one can hardly go Farm Road and FM 518. Janet is an offi ce manager have had four principals open pod concept, allow- The community has al- Frazier was also the fi rst anywhere and not run into “I love the area so much for Southern Dental. prior to Parmer : Jack Har- ing teachers to see and ways been an integral part school to participate in the someone who is known. that I did not want to move His siblings still remain in vey from 1975 to 1977, communicate with each in the Frazier educational Leader’s annual toy drive The students who attend far away from home,” Fer- Houston as well, although Gene Hensen from 1977 other in an open teach- experience, with around and has participated in it the area high schools have raro said. “I can’t see my- in different locations. Older to 1983, John Markgraft ing environment without 90 percent participation every year since. been preceded by many self moving too far away. I brother Todd, Dobie class from 1983 to 1986 and walls, save for the ones from area parents. While Students have been ex- graduates, but unfortunate- love the people, love how of ’97, is a Houston police Sharon Oakes from 1986 separating the differ- the direct community has periencing the friendly ly, friends and neighbors close it is to the coast, and offi cer, and younger sister to 2004. ent grade levels. As time always been important to face of Frazier for going lose touch after moving on I still have lots of friends in Lisa, Dobie class of ’03, is In terms of academics, progressed, however, the the school, the students on 36 years, and it is Par- from secondary education. the area.” a nurse at St. Joseph Hospi- Frazier has held exempla- techniques of education have put forth tremendous mer’s wish to “continue It is for this reason that The South Belt commu- tal in downtown Houston. ry status based on its Texas changed and called for efforts to provide for their the legacy of success.” the Leader is presenting a nity has remained a fond Throughout his career in Assessment of Knowledge series of profi le pieces spot- memory for Ferraro. writing, Ferraro has done and Skills test scores for lighting the achievements “I remember Hurricane many stories on local sports. four years straight. Ninety that have come to gradu- Alicia very well and how the His attitude for the events percent of its students pass ates and attendees of high community pulled through that he has covered is brief, the state-issued exam with schools in the South Belt that,” Ferraro said. “It was but sums up his feelings for all of the students passing area. weird reading through the his career so far. the writing portion and 50 By Matt Griesmyer Ike stories and seeing simi- “I have covered the NBA percent to 70 percent gar- “The sense of commu- lar pictures. In the choir, All-Star game, MLB All- nering commended scores nity (in South Belt) is still we used to do concerts in Star game, the Superbowl, from the state. there,” said Andrew Fer- the area and saw how the World Series, another na- Even though the build- raro. “People talk about elementary school kids tional division champion- ing itself may be old, it how spoiled we were to looked up to you and how ship series, three of the four has stayed up-to-date with have friends that we grew (the community) did not WNBA championships for the technology of today. up with. Nobody really left, seem to think of us as just the Comets and one Aeros The school boasts a mo- and if they did they always another group, it was their championship,” Ferraro bile laptop computer lab, kept in touch.” hometown choir that was said. “I have been so lucky enabling students to have Ferraro, Dobie class of coming to entertain them.” to be able to be around use of computers through- ’95, grew up in South Belt Ferraro still remains close those things. When I look out the building. and is perhaps best known to the community since back I feel so lucky to have In terms of the student for his part on the 1989 moving away in 2000. been there.” body, the population of Little League all stars team. the building for the last Before attending Dobie, he Top photo: Andrew Ferraro on the fl ight deck of a three years, with the ex- went to Atkinson and Bev- Continental 757. Bottom: Ferraro and wife Dana, ception of the 2009-2010 erly Hills and lived in the son Caden, 5, and daughter Ellie, 1. South Belt Graphics school year, has been be- Beverly Hills subdivision tween 750 and 800. With near Fuqua and Aldis. The editor asked to see some I could. The second year I & Printing the opening of South Belt Memories with the ’89 writing samples; I sent them was able to convince her to all stars are very vivid for and he liked them all right. move here – because of my One stop for all your printing needs Ferraro. He tried me for a few games fl ight benefi ts she could still • Business Forms • Business Cards • Custom Letterheads & SJC’s chancellor to serve on community college “That was the team that to see what would happen. go see her family with the Envelopes • Wedding Invitations • Thank You Notes was supposed to be the That was in November of passes that we got for travel. • Menus • Directories and much more! one,” Ferraro said. “We 2002, I have been (report- We dated for another year honorary National Collegiate Scholars board were all confi dent that we ing for them) ever since.” while she lived down here 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 were going to Williamsport In addition to his position and got married in 2002.” Marie & Davy Flickinger, owners San Jacinto College Chan- and who embody the NSCS College and Houston Com- the invitation to serve on the with the Chronicle, Ferraro Together they have two cellor Dr. Brenda Hellyer will core values of scholarship, munity College System. Community College Honor- and were told later on that had we beaten that West- has also worked his way up serve on the Community Col- leadership, service and integ- “San Jacinto College sup- ary Board and look forward to communication manager lege Honorary Board of The rity. ports The National Society to working and collaborating bury team, we would have National Society of Colle- Hellyer joins members of Collegiate Scholars and its with the other board members gone a lot further. for Continental, does free- giate Scholars (NSCS). from such organizations and mission to further student ac- and NSCS personnel. Our Ferraro’s memories about lance work as announcer for John E. Freeman, D.D.S., M.S. The board recognizes institutions as the Southern ademic achievement by com- college goals are aligned with going to school at Dobie the Rice University football Orthodontist individuals who have made Association of Colleges and bining academic excellence the work of NSCS, which are very fond and revolve and baseball teams and cov- signifi cant contributions in Schools, Los Angeles South- and civic responsibility,” said provides numerous opportu- around his relationships that ers all Houston sports teams the community college world west College, Miami Dade Hellyer. “I am honored for nities for our students.” were developed in the orga- as a correspondent for the 281-481-9575 13310 Beamer The NSCS is a member nizations that he belonged Associated Press. organization of the Associa- to. His job at Continental, Appliance Therapy: Corrects crowding and a tion of College Honor Soci- “Personally, it was the however, has provided him recessive lower jaw line. Sagecrest fire raises alarm eties that provides students friends that I made in choir with more opportunities with opportunities to develop and how tight we were (that than just employment; it leadership skills, positively I remember most),” Ferraro gave him the opportunity to Eliminates the need for change their campuses and said. “A lot of the people that meet his wife, Dana. communities, as well as pre- I talked to and hung out with “Because of Continen- orthodontic tooth removal pare for future endeavors. tal and my fl ight benefi ts, I Recognized at 250 cam- back then I still talk to today. in many situations. When we run into each other would fl y around the coun- puses across the country, the try to see the Astros play NSCS offers more money for it is always to catch up and have good times.” at different parks,” Ferraro undergraduate scholarships said. “I had a friend that than any other honor society While he was attend- Eliminates the need worked for another airline nationwide, according to its ing Dobie, Ferraro played for headgear. Web site. freshman and sophomore in Milwaukee, and when I Honorary board of regents baseball for the Longhorns went to see the Astros play include such high-profi le and was a member of the the Brewers, my friend in- Second Opinions Welcome! members as famed poet Dr. choir for all four years. troduced me to Dana. We Maya Angelou; Z. Smith When he was approach- met in July 2000. For the Insurance Assignment Accepted • Quality and Caring Office Reynolds, professor of Amer- ing the end of his high fi rst year we dated long ican Studies at Wake Forest school career, though, he distance, and I would fl y • Certified Specialist • Serving the South Belt Area Since 1981 University; Children’s De- was unsure as to what he up as many weekends as fense Fund founder Marian wanted to do with his post- Wright Edelman; and CEO high school life. J.W. Marriott, Jr. of Marriott “At the time, I was in International, Inc. choir and I was in it just be- SJC recently established a cause I had to have a fi ne art NSCS chapter for students with at least a 3.6 grade point credit,” Ferraro said. “Then average and more than 12 I had some thoughts as to a credit hours within an aca- music career, but I always demic program. Membership wanted something to do allows students to apply for with radio or television or transfer scholarships, partici- casting. I knew that one of pate in an induction convoca- those two routes was where tion and gain access to NSCS I was going.” conferences. While he was attend- “We are impressed with Dr. ing school at University of Hellyer's accomplishments Houston, Ferraro secured and efforts in higher educa- two jobs: fi rst as an intern tion and truly appreciate her with the Houston Aeros and support of the NSCS Com- then at Continental Airlines. munity College Program,” Both jobs led him to the po- said Lindsay Bowen, NSCS sitions he holds today. senior director for chapter “I was an intern with the A funeral should be as unique and special as the person it represents. We believe development. “We look for- team in ’97-98 and learned ward to working with the how to write about hockey,” newly chartered San Jacinto every life has a unique story and deserves to be honored. Let us help you tell that College chapter of NSCS and Ferraro said. “I got a job On Wednesday, July 14, at 8:45 a.m., a fi re was reported at 10903 Sagecrest. gaining valuable insight from covering them for a local story, and truly celebrate a life that was lived. Firefi ghters were able to extinguish the fi re by 9:15 a.m. One fi refi ghter at the Dr. Hellyer as we continue to sports paper called Space scene was injured and transported for medical treatment. The residence was not move forward in the launch City Sports that folded in occupied at the time of the fi re. The offi cial report with the Houston Fire Depart- of this program.” late 2002. Later that fall, ment mentioned that the arson division was called to investigate the cause of the For more information the Aeros beat writer for fi re, as is routine with house fi res, but as of press time it was undetermined. about San Jac, call 281-998- the Houston Chronicle re- Photo by Matt Griesmyer 6150 or visit www.sanjac. signed. I knew the writer edu. and sent an e-mail to him. CHURCH DIRECTORY

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Sonny and Deanie Breaux, along with another couple, vacationed in St. Lucia, West Indies, May 22-30. They stayed on the southwestern end of the island near the town of Soufriere, with views of the Pitons and surrounding mountains from their deck. They spent a lot of time on the beach and exploring that end of the island. The couples vis- ited the botanical garden, hiked the rain forest, and took a private catamaran sailing trip up the coast to Marigot Bay, stopping along the way to snorkel. They also experienced the mineral bath and visited the drive-through volcano and had a little time to party and dance in the tree-top bar at Trevinos take vacation to Destin the villa where they stayed. Top photo: (left to right) Deanie Breaux of Sage- The Trevino family took their annual vacation June 4-9, 2010, to Destin, Fla. The glen and Kathy Peters of Lake Charles, La., stand family visits Destin every year with friends, and this year despite the threat of oil, had a great time. They only saw oil one day (out in the distance) from their balcony, on a hill above the town of Soufriere and Piton but a weather front came through and blew the oil back out, and the family never Mountains in St. Lucia. saw any more. The Trevinos are Sageglen residents and lifetime residents of the Right: The group hikes through the rain forest. South Belt area. Roberto and Gina are both Dobie graduates. Son Nicholas recently Bottom right: Sonny and Deanie tour the botani- completed kindergarten at Weber Elementary and will be in first grade this fall. cal garden. Gina and Roberto are both actively involved with SBHLL. Bottom: Sonny and Deanie overlooking the town. At left, Roberto, Nicholas and Gina enjoy the white sands and seafoam-green waters of Destin. Below left and below right, Nicholas poses on the beach. Below center, Nicholas and Roberto play in the water. Vacation Bible School

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SECTION B Thursday, July 15, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 1 SPORTS & CLASSIFIED Brook, Dobie football programs finalize report times as workouts near Monday, Aug. 9 – the proaching, and area varsity Lanier will begin his fourth Aug. 2-4 from 8:30 to 11:30 Brook football program The varsity, junior var- mar Friday, Aug. 27, at Vet- up-to-date athletics physical sity play against Alief Tay- fi rst allowable preseason head coaches have been season as the Wolverines’ a.m. Cost of the camp is will begin preseason work- sity and freshman programs eran’s Memorial Stadium. (valid for 2010-2011 school lor will take place Thurs- football workout date for moving briskly to fi nalize head coach. $75, and participants are outs Aug. 9. Lanier said all will host Santa Fe in a series Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. year) on fi le prior to being day, Aug. 26, and Phillips teams that hosted spring the details. Lanier’s staff will get asked to report at 8 a.m. on grade level athletes, includ- of scrimmages on campus Dobie sets schedule allowed to participate in the will make his Dobie varsity workouts – is quickly ap- At Clear Brook, Paul into the swing of things by Aug. 2 to take care of the ing incoming ninth-graders, Friday, Aug. 20, and Clear The Dobie coaching workouts. football debut on the side- hosting the school’s incom- registration details. must report for a team meet- Brook opens the regular staff, led by fi rst-year head Football players must lines Friday, Aug. 27, against ing freshman football camp All players in the Clear ing at 8 a.m. season against Houston La- coach Jim Phillips will host also turn in their $20 laun- Alief Taylor at Newcomb a free incoming freshman dry fee ($10 per semester) Field. Game time is 7 p.m. DIXIE DELI camp Aug. 3-5 from 4:30 during the fi rst day of work- Continued on Page 3B 364A FM 1959 (between I-45 & Hwy 3) DAILY SPECIAL–$4.49 Local trio, Phaze2 make perfect team to 7 p.m. each day prior to outs. 281-484-3083 Refusing to give up The three players were vided rising hopes of play- Gilbert Brown founded the start of preseason work- Dobie will host a Meet Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 6” PO-BOY, CHIPS & DRINK their fi rst love, three 2010 in the Dobie High School ing collegiately. Phaze2 in the Galveston outs. the Longhorns scrimmage South Belt area high school program until their junior Bennett, who has played County area four years ago The Longhorns’ players session Saturday, Aug. 14 at at all levels will begin pre- Newcomb Field. The fresh- Chu, Truong DDS & Associaltes PLLC graduates are keeping their years. at fi rst base and in the out- after learning there were dreams alive on the com- Bennett and Danielle fi eld, has received attention few club programs in the season workouts Monday, man action will begin at 6 SScarsdalecarsdale DDentalental SSmilesmiles petitive softball fi eld. Rodriguez quickly joined from several colleges in area for high school-aged Aug. 9. Seniors through p.m., with the varsity/JV to The three, including Phaze2 in hopes of evental- the South Western Athletic players. sophomores will report at follow at 7 p.m. 4 p.m., and workouts will All teams in the Dobie 10904 Scarsdale Blvd., #100 • Houston, TX 77089 • 281.464.9440 Dobie High School gradu- ly fi nding a college program Conference. ates Chailby Bennett and to play for. 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Beverly Hills eighth-grade student Marcela Reina (right) challenges herself during box drills with the encouragement of coach Crystal Lilly. Reina believes the camp will make her more versatile in school sports such as basketball, cross country and track. Camp director Ben Portis gets a workout while setting up the various stations prior to the start of activities and by roaming the area providing encouragement.

Tyler Myers pushes himself while doing “over, unders” Dobie High School sophomore Kyerra Simmons focuses on her form during squat on the hurdles at the gym station. During the school drills at the beginning of the camp at Beverly Hills. Simmons, a former student at year, Myers is a quarterback in the school’s football Beverly Hills, uses these drills to improve her techniques on the volleyball court and program, a catcher in baseball and a guard in the bas- on the track. ketball program.

At left, Chauncey Blanton performs side jumps at Beverly Hills head coach Ben Portis’s indoor sta- tion. Blanton is a member of Morris Middle School’s football and basketball teams.

Eighth-grader Marielena Rodriguez performs jump- ing drills onto the variety of blocks at Coach Crystal Erica Romero (left) challenges herself during squat are students at Beverly Hills. During the school year, Lilly’s station. Rodriguez enjoys the camp because it workouts using the spotting of Miranda Romero the pair takes part in a variety of athletic programs at challenges her enough to prepare her for volleyball (right) at the weight room station. The Romero sisters the school. tryouts for the upcoming year.

At left, second-year camp attendee Kory Hubbard warms up at the beginning of camp with straight leg lunges. The various drills help prepare Hubbard for the approaching football and basketball seasons at Beverly Hills Intermedi- ate.

At right, 5-year-old An- drew Aguilar performs pyramids with a variety of dumbbell weights. Pyra- mid drills consist of sets of lunges with dumbbells. With each set, the stu- dents either decrease or increase their weight sizes depending on how they progress.

At the end of the camp, the dozens of young athletes leaving. Coach Ben Portis (not shown) told the Leader who participated listened to one fi nal discussion about he was pleased to have had such a large turnout in the taking care of their bodies over the summer before second year of the event, and he’s ready for 2011. Thursday, July 15, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Texans 11-U third at USSA World Series South Belt Sluggers 10-under second at Pasadena baseball

Above, the Texans’ 11-under select base- ball team placed second at the United States Specialty Sports Association AA World Series in Dallas. Members of the team are, left to right, (front row) Nikko The South Belt Sluggers, a 10-under select baseball team, ad- Jacob Simms, Zach Medina, head coach Taji Garcia, (back row) Puga, Luis Adame, Joseph Castaneda, vanced to the championship game of a Pasadena tournament after coach Kent Sanders, Mikey Fuqua, Andrew Ledee, Kevin Gartner, Jeremy Green, Alec Barosh, Juan More- playing well throughout the event. Members of the team are, left Coach Kenneth Scott, Colton Johnson, Mitchell Johnson, DeJuan no, Nate Blain, (middle row) Isaiah Hen- to right, (front row) Jacob Sulak, Triston Gibson, David Zermeno, Dixson and Kaleb Sanders. ry, Tywon Mackey Jr., Tyler Redmon, Stephen Moreno, Wayne Lominac Jr., (back row) head coach Craig Redmon and assistant coaches Wayne Lominac Sr. Phillips set to debut Local sports news, notes and Jay Green. Continued from Page 1B ious to take the fi eld as his Able to get a glimpse offi cial debut nears. At left, Luis Adame (third from left) dis- of the Dobie program and “I’m just ready for Aug. 9 Brook volleyball camp plays his most valuable player award many of the athletes within to get here and for us to get Clear Brook varsity volleyball coach Meredith Thompson will host the Lady after earning the distinction during the it during spring workouts, on the fi eld and get to work Wolverines’ volleyball camp July 26-29. Students entering the fourth through United States Specialty Sports Associa- Phillips is obviously anx- as a program,” he said. ninth grades as of the 2010-2011 school year are eligible to attend. The camp tion World Series in Dallas. Those with staff will place students in proper ability and age groups for training sessions in- Adame include assistant coach Wayne volving the various skills in the sport of volleyball. For more information, direct Lominac, head coach Craig Redmon and assistant coach Jay Green. JFD football key dates e-mail to [email protected]. Aug. 3-5: Incoming freshman football San Jac College hoops camp Softball players headed to 18-under nationals camp. Registrations are now being accepted for the San Jacinto College basketball Aug. 9: Preseason workouts begin. In- camp, designed to help youths learn and then improve their basketball skills. The Continued from Page 1B to colleges. the Phase2 squad feels like hands full in college while camp is designed for boys and girls age 7 through 18, and will be held in two ses- Bennett said the team “Joining Phaze2 was a it can win. minoring in kinesiology and coming seniors, juniors and sophomores sions. The fi rst camp session is scheduled for Monday, July 19, through Friday, July has also benefi ted greatly great move for all of us. We “I wanted to have the majoring in business ad- report at 4 p.m. Incoming freshmen start 23. The second is from Monday, July 26, through Friday, July 30. Both sessions will through the help of team all feel like this has given us chance to keep playing ministration, but she simply be held from 2 to 5 p.m. in Anders Gymnasium on the San Jacinto College Central advisor Otis Brown, who a second chance at playing softball and to see where wanted to play softball for at 5 p.m. campus, located at 8060 Spencer Highway in Pasadena. The camp cost is $90 per also aids high school-aged softball in college.” it takes me,” said Danielle as long as she could. Mis- Meet the Longhorns scrim- week, or $160 for both sessions. Participants will be awarded ribbons and trophies players through his scout- Bennett, who plans to Rodriguez, who is leaning sion accomplished. Aug. 14: in various categories at the end of the camp. Men’s basketball head coach Scott Ger- ing/recruiting agency. study criminal justice in toward getting into a nurs- “It’s been great playing mages at Newcomb Field. nander will head the camp, and several staff assistants and former players will also “All of us have gotten a college, is excited about the ing program in college. for Phaze2,” Letecia Gon- take part. For more information or to receive a camp brochure, call 281-476-1847 lot better and learned a lot chance to play at nationals “In a lot of ways, I be- zalez said. “We’ve had a lot Aug. 20: Dobie scrimmage at El Campo. or 281-476-1849. through Otis Brown,” Ben- in Beaumont. lieve (joining Phaze2) this of great coaching and have nett said. The event, dubbed “The was meant to happen.” all become better players. Aug. 27: Dobie varsity hosts season “He also puts together College View,” will attract Leticia Gonzalez con- This is what we wanted all opener vs. Alief Taylor, Newcomb Field. Dobie incoming freshman football camp skills videos and sends them many talented teams But curs. She will have her along.” The Dobie High School football staff, led by head coach Jim Phillips, will host the incoming freshman football camp Aug. 3-5 at Dobie High School. The sessions will run from 4:30 to 7 p.m. each day as coaches help familiarize players with the Beverly Hills Intermediate Football Camp Thompson Intermediate Football Camp Longhorn program. Admission is free. July 26 to Aug. 6 (M-F) at the school Aug. 2 to Aug. 6 at the school Clear Brook youth football camp The Clear Brook High School football staff, guided by head coach Paul Lanier, Applicant’s Name: Applicant’s Name: will host the Wolverines’ youth football camp Aug. 2-4 at Clear Brook High School. The sessions will run from 8:30 to 11 a.m. each day. Students entering the second School: School: through eighth grades as of the 2010-2011 school year are eligible to attend. Cost is $75 per youth and includes a camp T-shirt. Youths may register prior to the start of Grade entering 2010-2011: Grade entering 2010-2011: workouts Aug. 2 beginning at 8 a.m. Age: Height: Weight: Age: Height: Weight: Dobie freshman VB camp Positions: Offense: Defense: Positions: Offense: Defense: Dobie High School varsity volleyball coach Joe Sabatell and his staff will host the 2010 incoming freshman volleyball camp July 28-30, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the I wish to enroll my child in the 2010 football camp. I understand that neither I wish to enroll my child in the 2010 football camp. I understand that neither school. Students who will be freshmen as of the 2010-2011 school year are eligible the coaches nor anyone connected with the football camp will assume any to attend. Cost is $55 per participant. Registration is ongoing Mondays through the coaches nor anyone connected with the football camp will assume any Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the front offi ce. responsibility for accidents, medical, dental or other expenses incurred as a responsibility for accidents, medical, dental or other expenses incurred as a result of injuries sustained during the camp. I further acknowledge that my result of injuries sustained during the camp. I further acknowledge that my child is physically fit to participate. child is physically fit to participate. C&D Burger Shoppe Parent / Guardian signature: Parent / Guardian signature: Our Burgers are the Original Home phone: Work phone: Home phone: Work phone: “Old Fashioned” Hamburgers. 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For more information, call coach Ben Portis at 281-484-0145 For more information, call coach John Fowler at 281-991-4209 281-481-8606 • 10606 Fuqua We Accept CALENDAR THURSDAY, JULY 15 the activity building, located at 416 Morningside. All area senior MONDAY, JULY 19 popular interest in the various earth sciences, hobbies dealing with 7 a.m. citizens, 55 or older, are invited. Previous experience not required. 7 a.m. the art of lapidaries and the science of minerals and fossils. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. For more information, call 281-482-8441. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. TUESDAY, JULY 20 from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Noon from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 7 a.m. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Moving Forward Women’s Adult Children Anonymous – The 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. tion, or just drop in. tion, or just drop in. ACA group meets Fridays at noon at the Up The Street Club in 9 a.m. from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Noon 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Webster, 508 Nasa Parkway, in room 4. ACA is a 12-step program Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free water exercise from tion, or just drop in. noon to 1 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. of hope, healing and recovery for people who grew up in alcoholic therapy from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 11 a.m. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a or dysfunctional homes. For more information, call 281-286-1431. 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for The Bay Area Military Officers’ Wives – hold monthly luncheon complete list of services offered. SATURDAY, JULY 17 a complete list of services offered. meetings on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at AIR & HEAT Al-Anon - Meets every Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the 6 p.m. 6 p.m. Bay Oaks Country Club from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Active duty or retired First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Frontier Squares – Meets to square dance at the Westminster Scrabble Club #511 – Meets every Monday at the IHOP on Fuqua officers’ wives are eligible. For information, call Patt Simon at 832- Room 111. For information, call 281-487-8787. Academy at 670 E. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Refreshments from 6 to 9 p.m. All who enjoy the game or want to learn to play are 221-2696 or Wendy Peters at 281-333-3115. 5:30 p.m. provided. For more information, contact Gina Sherman at 281-554- invited to join. For more information, call 281-488-2923. 1 p.m. Texas German Society, South Belt (Southeast) Chapter – A 5675 or visit www.frontiersquares.com. 6:30 p.m. Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora- THINK social group interested in the culture, music, heritage and lan- 7 p.m. New Directions Singles Club – The New Directions Singles Club mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. MONEY guage of the immigrants in early German settlements in Texas. Bay Area Bluegrass Association – Produces a bluegrass music has moved its time and location from St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. 204 S. Main, Pasadena. $ Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. show and jam session the third Saturday of each month, May and Nassau Bay, to Webster Presbyterian Church, 201 West NASA For information, call 713-472-0565. $ THINK in the Fellowship Hall of Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 10310 December are exceptions. The stage show begins at 7 p.m., but Parkway in Webster. Meetings are held every Monday evening 1:30 p.m. THE Scarsdale Blvd. Visitors are welcome. Call 281-481-1238 for more pickers are welcome to bring their instruments and come earlier. beginning at 6:30 p.m. This organization was created as a social Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech information. Admission is free. The show is held at the Johnny Arolfo Civic support outlet for 50+ widowed, divorced and never married indi- therapy from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Bayshore Sports Medicine and CLASSIFIEDS 8:30 p.m. Center, 300 Walker in League City. For more information, visit viduals. In addition to the regular meeting, a potluck dinner is held Rehabilitation Center, 4021 Brookhaven, Pasadena. Visit www. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are buy... $ http://www.bayareabluegrass.org. on the first and third Mondays. Call 713-340-2354 for information. hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. held Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays Civil Air Patrol Meeting – Weekly at Ellington Field in the Civil Air 6:30 p.m. $ you’ll save from 8 to 9 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta SUNDAY, JULY 18 Clear Lake Toastmasters Club – Meets at the Clear Lake Church 2 p.m. Patrol Building. Call 281-484-1352 and leave a message for more money! Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. information. of Christ, 938 El Dorado Blvd. Call Jerry Tate at 281-481-5417 for FRIDAY, JULY 16 Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved one. 7 p.m. information. sell... $ 7 a.m. Meets every Sunday, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas Grief Support Group – “Friends Helping Friends” meets every TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – Meets at Sagemont $ you’ll AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. from 2 to 3:15 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Monday from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehab Hospital, 655 E. Recreation Center, 11507 Hughes. For information, call Erma make from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway. For more information, call 281-487-8787. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Those who have lost a spouse or Coskey at 713-946-6049. $ 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- 8 p.m. other loved one are invited to participate. For information, call Betty Pearland Area Republican Women’s Club – meets the third money! tion, or just drop in. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are Flynn at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033. Tuesday of the month at the Pearland Church of Christ Annex, Call Today 10 a.m. held Sundays and Tuesdays from 8 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays from The Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Society, Inc. – Meets the third 2217 N. Grand Blvd. in Pearland. For more information, call 281- $ Free Line Dance Class – The Friendswood Senior Citizen 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta week of each month at the Clear Lake Park building, 5001 NASA 485-4140 or 281-485-1431. 281-481-5656 Program offers free line dancing classes. The class is held at Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. Parkway. Guests welcome. 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Dunn Construction Company as the Harris County Master Gardeners at Precinct 2 – Free monthly 8 a.m.-noon. Two families, furni- gardening educational programs meet on the third Wednesday of Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. ture, luggage, kitchen, misc. 7-15 Construction Manager at Risk for San Ja- each month. The programs are at 10 a.m. at Clear Lake Park in 10202 SAGE PLUM. Thurs., Fri. & Al-Anon - Meets every Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the NOW ACCEPTING the meeting room located at 5001 Nasa Parkway, Seabrook (on Sat., July 15, 16 & 17, 9 a.m.-5 cinto College District is seeking sealed the south side of the lake). The programs are free and open to the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, p.m. Estate sale - whole house. proposals for the Student Success Cen- public. For information, call 281-991-8437 or visit the Web site at Room 111. For information, call 281-487-8787. Dining room set, four sofas, king APPLICATIONS www.hcmgap2.tamu.edu. 8:30 p.m. bed, three twin beds, entertain- ter until 2:00 PM, Wednesday, July 28, 11:30 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are ment center, wingback chairs, for an Early Childhood Center Teacher. Hobby Airport Lions Club – meets at 11:30 a.m. on the first and held Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays tables, refrigerator, small appli- 2010. All inquiries should be directed to third Wednesday of the month. Meetings are held at the Golden from 8 to 9 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta ances, kitchenware, glassware, Corral at Fuqua and I-45. E-mail [email protected] Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. linens, pictures, books, collect- Coy McKinney at 713-521-4664. Plans Please submit resumes to: for more information. ibles, tools and garageware. 7-15 and specs will be available for purchase 11514 SAGECREEK DR. Sat., [email protected] July 17, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Huge garage at A&E Complex (713) 579-1234, or you Visit us online @ www.southbeltleader.com sale. Clothing, shoes, furniture, pictures, books, jewelry, lots of may view them @ JE Dunn’s plan room, Need Help Around miscellaneous items. 7-15 3500 S. Gessner, Suite 200 Houston, TX 10822 SAGETRAIL. Sat., July 17, The Offi ce? 8 a.m.-noon. Lots of girls’ toys, 77063. A pre-proposal meeting is sched- clothes, household items, miscel- Let the Leader advertise your job openings! laneous. 7-15 uled for 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 20, 2010 Just bring your ads to our offi ce by noon HEALTH in the Longenecker Administration Build- South Belt Graphics & Printing HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED on Tuesday or use the mail slot by the front door. the job or in an automobile acci- ing, Room 2110, 13735 Beamer Road, dent? The company doctor or insurance company doctor is not Houston TX 77089. 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 your doctor. He works for the company. 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Page 6, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, July 15, 2010 South Belters truly enjoyed July 4th festivities As promised, the Lead- er has come through with additional photos from the 23rd annual South Belt Fourth of July parade. The event, attended by thousands of residents across the area, was again a huge success. Special thanks not only to all of those who snapped pictures during the parade but also to those who helped us track down names of those shown. We could not have done it without Judge Jo Ann Delgado gathered with the children of some of her staff clerks includ- you. We would also like ing, from left, Anahi Sanchez, Kaitlin Flores, Kiara Sanchez, Trinity Gomez and Hannah Salazar. to once again pay trib- ute to all of those who took part in the special event. You are part of what makes our com- munity so special. All of us at the Leader are looking forward to the 2011 event! Dobie High School cheerleaders deliver winning fl oat Members of the Dobie High School cheerleading squad Hoggard (varsity captain) Tristann Trujillo (varsity were in the spotlight during the 23rd annual Fourth captain) Krista Carter, Summer Sarabia, (back row) of July parade as they delivered a winning fl oat, signi- Kaneesha Williams, Aleeyah Holland (JV captain) fying NASA’s excellence in the space program. Those Emily Sargent, Cree Dorsey (JV captain) Korney Nee- riding the fl oat included, left to right, (front row) Kay- ly, Kimber Hubanak, Christina Susarus, Cassie Gil- The group from US Spring Training included, left to right, Telsie Molina, Josh la Sydzo, Abby Pedroza, Sydney Gutierrez, Brittany man, Alyssa Perry, Desiree Alvarez, Megan Gary and Carter, Devin Molina, Yolanda Walker, Zaire Walker, Kaden Hooks Fernandez and Peralez, Andrea Mitrowski, Catarina Johnson, Ashley Sabrina Troxlar. DiAnn Fernandez.

The area trailriding group Los Vaquiros was represented at the parade by members, from left, Priscilla Perez, Lisa Gutierrez and Michael Gutierrez.

Houston police offi cer Randy Derr (not shown) and his family were involved in the parade. Derr’s daugh- ter Courtney, riding in the back seat, pretended to be going to jail. At right is Derr’s daughter, Elyse. Need your local news fi x? Visit our Web site at www.southbeltleader.com

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