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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, July 12, 2018 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 43, No. 24 Deputies respond to crime A homeless man was arrested on a felony burglary of a business charge the morning of County to hold meeting on bond proposals Wednesday, July 11, after allegedly breaking into the Pho Hai Van restaurant on Scarsdale The Harris County Flood Control District will ors throughout the county. The issuance of bonds The purpose of the meeting is to describe pro- more than 900 homes during a 1percent rain or and taking a donation cup containing around hold a public meeting Tuesday, July 17, at El would be spread over 15 years, and the expected posed projects that could be candidates for funding fl ood event. $50. Precinct 2 deputies were able to identify Franco Lee Community Center, 9500 Hall Road, tax increase for most homeowners would be limit- in the bond program and to solicit the public’s input • Storm Repair; $553,000 ($442,000 partner Jason Williams – who reportedly lives in a tent to discuss proposed projects associated with the ed to 1.4 percent or less. on other fl ooding issues that should be addressed. share and $111,000 local match). This funding in the community – from surveillance footage. county’s upcoming bond election, set to take place The July 17 meeting is one of 23 scheduled Some of the proposed projects have been in the would address approximately 36 repair projects A pair of twin brothers were charged with Saturday, Aug. 25 – the one year anniversary of prior to the election, with one being held in each works for several years but have been delayed due of erosion and infrastructure identifi ed after Hur- felony theft of a fi rearm after allegedly break- Hurricane Harvey’s landfall in Houston. of the county’s watersheds. The local hearing to a lack of funding. ricane Harvey. ing into a vehicle in the Kirkwood South sub- If passed, the measure would provide $2.5 will address efforts connected to the Clear Creek Each of the 23 public hearings has been declared • Partnership; $200 million ($130 million part- division Saturday, June 30. Brendon Jenkins billion in funding for fl ood mitigation endeav- Watershed. a special meeting of the Harris County Commis- ner share and $70 million local match). Funds and Bailey Jenkins were also identifi ed us- sioners Court so that members of Commissioners would go toward the design and construction of ing surveillance footage. Precinct 2 deputies Court may attend and participate. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Clear Creek Fed- are working with the both the Houston and The county also has an interactive website de- eral Flood Risk Management Project (see relat- Pearland police departments, as they suspect Loyal parade fans don’t give up easily tailing the status of more than 150 of the proposed ed story on this page). The 1 percent fl oodplain the brothers were involved in multiple other projects throughout the county. Many of the en- could be removed from up to 2,100 structures. burglaries. A third suspect was also captured deavors would also receive federal funding, provid- • Partnership; $16 million ($12 million partner on video. Additional charges are expected. ed the county pays an allotted portion. To view a share and $4 million local match). Funds would More information to follow. list of the current proposals, visit www.hcfcd.org/ go toward construction of South Belt Stormwa- bondprogram. ter Detention Basin and channel conveyance im- Photo contest underway Proposed projects provements along Beamer Road Ditch (A120- The Leader is seeking 2018 vacation pho- The following is a list of projects proposed for 00-00). Work would complement the federal tos for possible publication. A first- and sec- the Clear Creek Watershed: Clear Creek project that could reduce the risk of ond-place prize of Schlitterbahn tickets will be • Subdivision Drainage Improvement; $12 fl ooding for more than 2,100 structures. awarded for July and August to the best sub- million ($9 million partner share and $3 million • Hughes Road Stormwater Detention Basin; missions. Monthly first-place winner will be local match). Design and construction of these $6.1 million. Funds would go toward the design awarded eight tickets, while each month’s sec- projects could reduce the risk of fl ooding for Continued on Page 2A ond-place winner will be awarded six. All submissions should include where and when the photo was taken, as well as identify each person in the picture and tell the story about Clear Creek drainage funds the trip. All photos must be high resolution. Email photos to [email protected]. OK’d after 50 years of study Dobie FB hosts car wash The Dobie High School football program The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced duction project and $1.75 million to repair will host a fundraising car wash Saturday, July Thursday, July 5, that it would allocate $537 mil- damages to the project 14, at the Snowie’s Snow Cones at Beamer lion of disaster supplemental funding to provide • Hunting Bayou; $65 million to complete and Scarsdale. Players will wash vehicles for a for several fl ood mitigation efforts in the Hous- construction of the Hunting Bayou fl ood damage minimum $5 donation from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ton area, including the long-awaited Clear Creek reduction project Several dedicated residents braved heavy rains to show up at Beverly Hills Intermediate drainage project. • White Oak Bayou; $45 million to complete Beltway closures planned for the annual South Belt Fourth of July parade, not knowing the event had been canceled. Rep. Pete Olson, whose District 22 encom- construction of the White Oak Bayou fl ood dam- This marked the fi rst time in the parade’s 31-year history that the event did not take place passes much of the South Belt community, ap- age reduction project and $1.75 million to repair At least two eastbound and two westbound as scheduled. Some areas reported as much as 8 inches of rain. Photo by Davy Flickinger plauds the decision. damages to the project inside frontage road lanes on Beltway 8 at Ge- “The Houston region was devastated by Hur- • Houston Ship Channel; $30 million for noa Red Bluff will be closed daily from 7 a.m. ricane Harvey last August,” Olson said. “In addi- maintenance dredging to 5 p.m. through Friday, Aug. 3. tion to the recovery work that has already been • Sims Bayou; $1 million to repair damages to The eastbound entrance ramp to Beltway 8 done, one of my top priorities is to secure criti- the Sims Bayou fl ood damage reduction project between Beamer and Sabo is closed until fur- Governor to attend dinner cal funds to prevent future fl ood damage. Proj- • $9 million to fund a study to determine addi- ther notice. ects like Clear Creek will prevent thousands of tional ways to reduce fl ooding risks At least two eastbound and two westbound Community leaders and elected offi cials are Church Annex. The wall was initially to be dis- gearing up for the South Belt-Ellington Chamber played at the annual South Belt Fourth of July homes from potential future fl ooding. I thank the To see a complete list of studies and projects inside frontage road lanes on Beltway 8 at Army Corps for recognizing the importance of receiving funding visit http://www.usace.army. Crenshaw will be closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5 of Commerce’s 34th annual banquet, set to take parade, but the event was canceled due to in- place Thursday, July 19, at the Lone Star Flight clement weather. these projects to the Houston region. I also thank mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Budget. p.m. through Friday, Aug. 3. my Houston colleagues for their unwavering The intersection of Highway 3 and Beltway Museum at Ellington Airport. Of the thousands of honorees, event organiz- This year’s event will honor local heroes from ers will formally recognize a small group of in- support during the process to secure these funds, 8 will be closed nightly Friday, July 13, through I’m glad we can fi nally begin work on these crit- Monday, July 16, from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Hurricane Harvey. A wall featuring the names dividuals who they feel are representative of the Riverstone fi sh dying more than 10,000 honorees will be unveiled at entire South Belt community’s efforts during the ical projects to keep folks safe and prevent future Sageglen to meet July 16 the function. A similar wall was on a traveling devastating storm. fl ooding damage.” display this past week, visiting the chamber, To be honored are the Southeast Volunteer The Corps has been studying the Clear Creek The Sageglen Community Association will the Leader offi ce, the Clear Brook City Munic- Fire Department; Pasadena ISD Superintendent project since 1962 at the cost of more than $35 hold its annual election meeting Monday, July ipal Utility District building and the Sagemont Continued on Page 2A million, but little work has been done to date. 16, at the Sageglen Community Building, lo- Engineers had previously been working off cated at 11610 Sageyork, beginning at 7 p.m. a 1968 Congressional authorization. Over the Refreshments will be served. For more infor- years, however, the project had changed in scope mation, call 281-481-2160. Police seek hit-and-run suspect and detail, requiring a new authorization to pro- The Houston Police Department is search- Regional Hospital in critical condition. While vide funding for its completion. Gulf Freeway closures set ing for a suspect wanted for his involvement in a there, the woman was forced to undergo an In all, the Corps has allocated $295.2 million At least one northbound and one southbound hit-and-run accident that took place around 4:15 emergency c-section to deliver the child. to initiate and complete construction of the Clear main lane and frontage road lane on the Gulf p.m. Saturday, July 7, in the 9800 block of Fuqua A news report from ABC Channel 13 stated Creek fl ood damage reduction project. Local en- Freeway from NASA Bypass/NASA Road 1 to between Blackhawk and Kingspoint. that the child died on Monday, July 9, but Hous- tities, including the Harris County Flood Con- SH 96/League City Parkway will be closed daily According to police, the suspect was travel- ton police were unable to confi rm this at press trol District, Galveston County and the Brazoria from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and nightly from 9 p.m. to ing east on the street in a tan Ford Expedition time. A spokesman for HPD said the last update County Drainage District No. 4 have agreed to 5 a.m. through Monday, Dec. 31. Alternate en- when he lost control of his vehicle and drove they had listed the child as also being in critical contribute $77 million. trance and exit ramps will be closed. over the esplanade and into the westbound lanes condition. The endeavor, which will be divided into mul- The northbound frontage road of the I-45 of traffi c. Police said the suspect driver crossed The driver of the Expedition is wanted on a tiple phases, is estimated to take approximately Freeway from FM 518 to NASA Bypass/NASA the path of a white Kia Sportage that struck the felony charge of failing to stop and render aid. six years to complete. At press time, it was un- Road 1 will be continuously closed through 5 right passenger side of the Expedition, causing it He is described as an adult Hispanic male. Police clear when construction would begin. a.m. Friday, Aug. 31. to roll over. said he could face additional charges if the child Additional Corps projects in the Houston area The driver of the Expedition, which had tem- is, in fact, dead. Traffi c traveling north on the frontage road to receive disaster supplemental funding include porary paper license plates, reportedly exited Anyone with any information on the suspect’s the following: will take I-45 north main lanes from the FM 518 the vehicle and fl ed on foot. The driver of the identity or whereabouts is urged to call HPD’s • Buffalo Bayou and Tributaries; $11.7 mil- entrance to the NASA Road 1 exit. Sportage – a 34-year-old female who was eight Hit-and-Run Unit at 713-247-4065 or Crime- lion to replace the Addicks project offi ce and months pregnant – was transferred to Clear Lake stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS (8477). repair other damages to the Buffalo Bayou and HCMGA to host lecture Tributaries fl ood damage reduction project; $6 On Thursday, July 19, Harris County Mas- million to initiate and complete a comprehen- ter Gardeners will present Raised Beds, Low sive study that will explore options for reducing Volume Drip Irrigation and Rain Barrels – Students enjoy intimate graduation fl ood risk in the Buffalo Bayou basin including Hundreds of dead fi sh recently washed part of the Green Thumb Lecture Series – from Addicks and Barker dams; and $1.5 million to up dead on the shores of the pond located 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Freeman Branch Li- complete construction of the Addicks and Barker in the Riverstone Ranch subdivision. The brary, 16616 Diana Lane. The event is free dams safety project Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and open to the public. For more information, • Houston Regional Watershed Assessment; was notifi ed of the deaths, but said it was visit https://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/pubGreen $3 million to initiate and complete a study to unable to investigate the incident because Thumb.aspx or call 713-274-0950. identify fl ood risk management options in the it was on private property. At press time Houston area but outside of Buffalo Bayou Wednesday, it remained unclear what Ellington e-recycling set • Brays Bayou; $75 million to complete con- caused the deaths. Photo by Mosley Momie The City of Houston Solid Waste Manage- struction of the Brays Bayou fl ood damage re- ment Department’s monthly electronic recy- cling event will take place Saturday, July 14, at the Neighborhood Recycling Center at El- lington Airport from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. PISD holds ceremony for 2 grads Items accepted are PCs, servers, key- The Pasadena Independent School District re- their families.” boards, mice, laptops, game consoles, moni- cently held a special commencement ceremony The special ceremony, held at the Stanley J. tors, small kitchen appliances, memory chips, for the two Memorial High School students who Oakes Performing Arts Center, featured the pomp hubs and routers, printers, copiers, scanners, missed the original graduation ceremony after their and circumstance of a traditional graduation, with fax machines, projectors, rechargeable batter- caravan of buses was involved in an accident on the speeches from Class President Brady Chant, Salu- ies, cable boxes, car batteries, telephones, cell way to the event. tatorian Mariano Garcia, Richardson and Powell. phones, PDAs, tape drives, hard drives, cords, Recognizing the signifi cance of the occasion, Nearly a dozen students from Pasadena Memo- cables and cameras. PISD Superintendent Dr. DeeAnn Powell worked rial High School were injured Thursday, May 31, For additional information, visit www. with Memorial administration to plan the event for when multiple buses had a collision on Beltway 8 houstonsolidwaste.org or call 3-1-1. Jocelyn Sifuentes and Rosa Zalazar, which includ- near the Gulf Freeway while en route to NRG Park ed faculty, administration and the PISD Board of for graduation. PIP set for July 17 Trustees. Of the 11 students injured, nine were able to still The Houston Police Department’s Positive “Graduation is a great milestone for our stu- attend the delayed graduation ceremony, while Si- Interaction Program will meet Tuesday, July dents, one which Rosa and Jocelyn deserved to ex- fuentes and Zalazar were not. 17, at 7 p.m. at Memorial Hermann Southeast perience,” said Memorial Principal Jeremy Rich- One bus driver and a faculty member were also Hospital, 11800 Astoria, in the staff meeting The Pasadena Independent School District held a special commencement ceremony for two ardson. injured. Pasadena Independent School District offi - room on the first floor. PIP consists of police students who missed the original ceremony because the bus in which they were riding was “We are thankful that we were able to come to- cials said none of the injuries were severe. and citizens working together for safer neigh- involved in an accident. Shown above are Pasadena Memorial High School graduates Rosa gether as a Maverick family to recreate the com- Both girls are from the South Belt area. Zalazar borhoods. For more information, call HPD Of- Zalazar (left), a Scarsdale resident; and Jocelyn Sifuentes, a Freeway Manor resident. mencement ceremony and to experience this mo- is a Scarsdale resident, and Sifuentes is a Freeway ficer Richard Buitron at 832-395-1777. ment of celebration with these young ladies and Manor resident. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, July 12, 2018 In My Opinion Elected offi cials share their words Publisher’s Opinion was transporting people to Dobie High Semler states School. Also provided when they were District E News Help us honor South Belt Harvey Heroes America will survive full and not taking anymore. I provided By Council Member Dave Martin Next Thursday there will be a special teers, some of whom even risked their 2 rechargeable fl ashlights for 2 families event in the South Belt area. Gov. Greg lives to help others. I’m sure many of you have heard by now wood Park High School, 4015 Wood- There are those who believe that that had no electricity for days. Walked Abbott has agreed to attend the South We need to stop and realize in this cra- Harris County has been hosting meetings land Hills, Kingwood. If you are unable America will never again be the same in the fl ooding waters up to my chest Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce zy political world of today, that all is not across the County regarding their upcom- to attend the San Jacinto River Wa- great nation that it has been for over to dropped off 5 gallons of gasoline for annual banquet. It was my dream, after lost. We are so fortunate to live in a com- ing bond election taking place on Aug. 25, tershed meeting you may submit your 240 years. Previous administrations a homeowners generator. While the what this community went through during munity that really lives the commandment for the Harris County Flood Control District. comments online at https://www.hcfcd. have allowed interpretations of the fl oodwaters still 4 feet high picked up Hurricane Harvey, to have an event to love their neighbor. When there is trou- Registered voters in Harris County will org/bond-program/watersheds/san-ja Constitution to remove references to some homeowners in my Toyota 4 x 4 where we could honor some of the many ble, our neighbor is there to help. be asked to vote on what could be $2.5 cinto-river-bond-program/submit-feed God from many aspects of our lives. We and drove them to the Shell station at people who made that terrible event tol- I thank the governor for agreeing to at- billion in bonds for fl ood risk reduction back-san-jacinto-river-watershed/. have seen an increase in violence. We Scarsdale and Beamer for food and erable. (See related story Page 1A.) tend our banquet and help acknowledge projects throughout the county. If you are 2. Clear Creek Watershed: Tues- have seen violations of our Constitution gasoline for there generator. Went out Our community did a fabulous job of our community and our South Belt Har- currently not registered to vote but would day, July 17, 6 to 8 p.m., at the El Fran- exhibited by government offi cials. to the intersection of 2 streets to unclog taking care of their neighbors. The event vey Heroes representatives. like to participate in this election you must co Lee Community Center. If you are These are a few examples of what some of the water drains with my house on July 19 will be a great opportunity to If members of the community want to register to vote by Monday, July 25. unable to attend the Clear Creek Wa- has happened in this country over the fl agpole. I was communicating with two show our neighbors and the public just attend, tickets for $60 each are still avail- The County has identifi ed more than tershed meeting you may submit your past several years. These actions have homeowners that were out of town and how blessed we are to live in such a fan- able and include visiting the Lone Star 150 potential projects as candidates for comments online at https://www.hcf- only served to lower our faith in our wanted to know if they had water in tastic community. Flight Museum. Hope to see you there. bond funding, organized by watershed. cd.org/bond-program/watersheds/ government to preserve the values that their house and when it would be safe We are honoring a group of volun- –Marie Flickinger have always been the root of our soci- to return home. In District E, there are several water- clear-creek-bond-program/submit-feed ety. America will survive. We rebuilt af- One of the homeowners was preg- sheds that overlap the district’s bound- back-clear-creek-watershed/. ter Pearl Harbor. We came back from nant and was due any day but did not aries including: San Jacinto River, Luce It is important for residents to attend Chamber event includes governor the attack on 9-11. want the baby to be born in Dallas, Bayou, Spring Creek, Greens Bayou, these meetings and provide input on proj- Our Christian values, yes we are a Texas, yes a true Houston Texan fam- Sims Bayou, Armand Bayou, and Clear ects they would like to see within their com- Continued from Page 1A Travis Teichelman; Jessica ry Taylor; Pearland Mayor Christian Nation, will serve as the cor- ily! Once the water drained from my Creek. If you are unsure which water- munities. The meetings will provide group Dr. DeeAnn Powell; local Cordero; Thi Nguyen; Kenzie Tom Reid; Pasadena Mayor ner stone upon which America will re- grass to the street, I provided my Hous- shed you reside in, visit http://www.har discussions regarding the watershed proj- contract offi cers from the Har- Fernandez; Jessica Rowland; Jeff Wagner; and Houston build from the destructive actions of the ton Texans Man Cave for homeowners riscountyfemt.org/cb. ects as well as allow residents to ask sub- ris County Precinct 2 Consta- The Texas Air National Guard City Council Member Dave past several years. to charge their cell phones, watch the Projects across the watersheds include ject matter experts within HCFCD specifi c ble’s offi ce; Jason and Rebec- and Matthew Vela. Martin. The actions taken to achieve these news, get fi lter water and ice. I ran an but are not limited to: sediment control questions about proposed projects within ca Carter; Memorial Hermann Texas Gov. Greg Abbott The stories of some of the goals must be based on what is good for extension cord from to my generator to projects, improved drainage, construc- their areas. Southeast Hospital; the Hous- has agreed to attend the event heroes will be published in America as a whole. Our laws need to my neighbor to power up his refrigera- tion of fl ood control devices and improved I urge all District E residents to attend ton Fire Department; D.D. and join the chamber in hon- the Leader. See related letter be for all Americans, regardless of race, tor and other accessories in his house. channels. their meetings to make sure your con- Matthews; Charles Smith; oring the local heroes. on Page 2A. color, creed or nationality. Ours is a two I helped a homeowner remove a water To review the list of potential projects cerns are met with these proposed bond Mike Gibson; Hilton Koch; Other elected offi cials ex- Tickets to the banquet party system, the basis for a democrat- damaged natural gas stove from his you may visit the HCFCD website. Addi- projects. All watersheds work together and Sagemont Church; Christian pected to attend the banquet are $60 each. For more in- ic society. Take politics out of the deci- kitchen, through a tight door entrance tionally, there are two public meetings left these proposed projects will be completed Temple; Dr. Mary Camp- include U.S. Rep. Pete Olson; formation, contact cham- sion making. The focus must be on what and out onto the sidewalk. in District E. over the next 15 years, we as residents of bell-Fox; the Texas State U.S. Rep. Randy Weber; state ber president Kay Barbour this country needs to survive. The two The Lord has gifted everybody in dif- 1. San Jacinto River Watershed: Tues- the City need to make sure we do our part Guard; the U. S. Coast Guard; Rep. Dennis Paul; state Sen. at 281-481-5516 or info@ parties and the President need to work ferent ways and this is how I was able day, July 10, from 6 to 8 p.m., at King- to participate in the process. Reena Benitez; Kat Kiel; Sylvia Garcia; state Sen. Lar- southbeltchamber.com. out their differences and move on. There to help out. Thank you, should never be a compromise just to Rudy Alafa Moore announces Meet the Teacher Night appease one party over the other. Boykins comments on president’s Moore Elementary Meet the Teacher Night will be held on Thursday, Aug. 16, from 5:30 We elect the President and our rep- Cade recognizes to 6:30 p.m. Students may drop off school supplies and meet their teachers. resentatives to congress. Their respon- trade war impact on city, district Class assignments will be posted on the front windows by 4 p.m. that day. Parents may sibility is to represent the people to Tammie, Keith Council Member Dwight Administration has descend- as exported $265 billion in purchase last year’s school shirts and get information about ordering current spirit shirts. protect our values and keep America I would like to add Tammie and Keith strong. Boykins released the follow- ed down the reckless path of goods, far more than any other Nielsen to the Harvey Heroes list. ing statement in regard to the confrontation, imposing stiff state. Ironically, most of these LSFM hosts World Series trophy Let us hold them to their task! They both went way above and beyond Robert Semler president’s trade war and the tariffs on China and many of goods went to the nations The Lone Star Flight Museum has scored its own home run with the exclusive appearance of in helping my wife and me out after Hur- impact it will have on Hous- our strongest allies like Cana- targeted by the Administra- ricane Harvey. They both helped orga- the Houston Astros World Series trophy on Saturday, July 21, from 10 a.m. to noon. Visitors are Albrecht says, ton and his district: da, Mexico and the European tion’s tariffs, a fact exacerbat- encouraged to make their own history with a photo of the trophy against a background of histor- nize the volunteers that removed all of “For much of the last cen- Union. This is a fool-hearted ing the ill-effects of the latest the damaged furniture in our house and ic aircraft. As a special treat, members can get in the express line for a personal photo with the ‘Here we go again’ tury, fair and open trade be- move that will hurt the state of misguided and destructive trophy. The LSFM is located at Ellington Airport, 11551 Aerospace Avenue. The new museum also removed the sheetrock, insulation, tween nations has served as Texas and cities like Houston, “Trumpian” policy. Well folks, here we go again, really! tile and fl oors in our house after we re- hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. Huge garage sale signs posted on both a key component toward se- including the people I repre- “To a region still struggling ceived 3 1/2 feet of water. Keith piled curing global stability. Econ- sent in District D. to recover from Hurricane stop light poles at Scarsdale and Black- up the debris and got the city to remove hawk. Again it is not legal to put signs omies have risen and fallen “Already, the President’s Harvey, President Trump’s tar- Flood bond meeting July 17 it from our property twice. He brought based in large measure on actions have driven up the iffs could not come at a worst on any city/county poles! This means: over fans to dry out the wood and con- Continued from Page 1A posal as the Hall Road Storm- opening remarks will take telephone, stop light, stop signs and their ability to import and ex- cost of domestic oil and gas time. An analysis by Trade crete fl oors before we started rebuild- and construction of the water Detention Basin). place twice – at 6 p.m. and at street signs. No ads or garage sale port goods and merchandise production, which relies heav- Partnership Worldwide, an in- ing the house. He had all of the Nec- Hughes Road Stormwater The public hearing will 7 p.m. The opening remarks signs, etc.!!! while rejecting the impetuous ily on specialty steel imports ternational trade and econom- essary tools and equipment to rebuild Detention Basin. Work would take place from 6 to 8 p.m. will also be livestreamed on On a positive note: I ate at La For- hankerings of protectionism. from nations like China. Texas ic consulting fi rm, concludes our house. complement the federal Clear Opening remarks will begin the HCFCD Facebook page chetta, on Beamer, with my fi ve dollar “Around the world, free has been hurt disproportion- that for every job saved, the They also removed all of the sal- Creek project that could re- at 6 p.m., but the residents and will be posted to www. off coupon from SBL. The food was ex- trade has led to the creation of ately, with oil and gas industry Administration’s protectionist vaged items in our house and placed duce the risk of fl ooding for are encouraged to come any- hcfcd.org/bondprogram fol- cellent as well as the service and the hundreds of millions of jobs, experts warning of signifi cant stance could place as many as them in storage until we could Rebuild more than 2,100 structures. time between 6 and 8 p.m. for lowing the meeting. For more atmosphere was so comfortable with lifted families out of poverty, layoffs at Houston energy and 13 people out of work. Many our house. Keith personally rebuilt At press time, it was unclear the open house portion of the information, contact Harris TV and music. Very relaxing and appro- and forged crucial and sus- manufacturing fi rms if the of those who may suffer call our house by securing sheetrock and where the proposed basin meeting and to provide in- County Flood Control District priately priced. tainable pathways of success. trend continues. the Bayou City home. installing it along with insulation. He would be located (the county put to local offi cials. Should Bond Program Hotline at 713- Michele Albrecht By stark contrast, widespread “President Trump’s tariffs “This policy undermines taped, fl oated, sanded the sheetrock. trade barriers have triggered on steel and aluminum may the global substructure that originally referred to the pro- the venue reach capacity, the 684-4107. Laredo announces He also applied the texture and paint to economic disaster and fos- also harm Houston’s construc- prevents economies from the walls. tered resentments that helped tion industry, increasing the collapsing and nations from BAHP holds auditions for Doublewide, Texas prayer walk date He removed all of the kitchen cabi- to spawn two world wars. cost of new homes and forcing coming apart. The President’s Auditions for Doublewide, Texas, a hilarious comedy about residents of one of the small- nets And appliances that were destroyed “Yet despite the insur- delays to the manufacturing of trade war is reckless, irre- School Prayer Walks USA is plan- est trailer parks in Texas – four doublewides and a shed – will be held Monday, July 30, and from the fl ood. We could not have gotten mountable evidence buttress- facilities tied to oil and gas. sponsible, and could very well ning another prayer event on Saturday Tuesday, July 31, at 7 p.m. at the Bay Area Harbour Playhouse in Dickinson. through this without their help. This was ing the merits of strong, free, “Once again, jobs hang in create outcomes Houston and morning, July 21st from 9 - 10 a.m. for “The audition date was originally set for A Piece of My Heart,” said Bennie Nipper, artistic a huge task and very physically and emo- and fair trade, the Trump the balance. Last year, Tex- District D can ill afford.” one hour. director of the theater. “But we have postponed production of that play and will be doing this tionally draining due to losing personal great comedy about Texans instead.” We will gather at Meador Elementa- items like pictures, etc. They were there ry at 10701 Seaford Dr. and also Mor- The hilarious fast-moving play is written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Woo- to help us go through all of our personal ten, three Texans who have penned several other award-winning plays about fellow-Texans. ris Middle School at 10415 Fuqua St. items and salvage what we could. They County seeks public input Our group has prayed for four of our It will be directed by Nipper and will be on stage Sept. 7 through Sept. 23 in the upstairs were a tremendous support to our family Top Deck theater. Nipper will be seeking six females and three males to play the feisty res- neighborhood schools and will contin- during a devastating time and we could Continued from Page 1A Stormwater Detention Ba- ing remarks will take place ue throughout the school year. and construction of the sin). twice – at 6 p.m. and at 7 idents who do not want their trailer park to be annexed by their small neighboring town of not have gotten through it without their Tugaloo. Nipper promises that the play will delight actors as they tell the story of the park We ask anyone in our community to help and expertise in rebuilding our Hughes Road Stormwa- The public hearing will p.m. join us in a one hour of time of prayer. ter Detention Basin. Work take place from 6 to 8 p.m. The opening remarks residents who are fi ghting “the big guys.” house. Performances will be on Friday and Saturday nights at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m., This is a non-denominational prayer They also did the same thing for an would complement the Brief opening remarks will will also be livestreamed time and all are welcome. Sept. 7 – Sept. 23. The theater is located at 3803 Highway 3 in Dickinson. For details call elderly woman named Rosie who did federal Clear Creek project begin promptly at 6 p.m., on the HCFCD Facebook 281-337-7469 or visit www.harbourtheater.com. We are praying for our schools to not have any help. Keith and Tammie that could reduce the risk but the residents are en- page and will be posted at have a much better year! Please sup- picked her and her dog up and took them of fl ooding for more than couraged to come anytime to www.hcfcd.org/bondpro- port our teachers and staffs, through- to a shelter. Keith helped her with her 2,100 structures. At press between 6 and 8 p.m. for gram following the meeting. CCISD safety committee releases out the school year as they have much house and salvaged the items that could time, it was unclear where the open house portion of For more information, to do this coming year and I know need be salvaged. She didn’t have any close our community support even more. the proposed basin would the meeting and to provide contact Harris County Flood preliminary recommendations relatives to help her out but Tammie and be located (the county input to local offi cials. Control District Bond Pro- Patricia Laredo Keith immediately saw that she needed The Clear Creek Indepen- measures, develop a list of fu- sider the feedback and make School Prayer Walks USA help and provided that for her. He car originally referred to the Should the the venue gram Hotline at 713-684- proposal as the Hall Road reach capacity, the open- 4107. dent School District School ture considerations, and came revisions, if necessary, pri- was also fl ooded and Keith helped her Safety Committee has de- to a wide consensus on a set or to making the fi nal rec- Alafa reports Harvey secure a replacement vehicle and deal veloped a set of preliminary of recommendations for the ommendation to the school Hurricane activity with the insurance company. She was Community health fair to be held at Bible Way recommendations to address CCISD Board of Trustees to board on Monday, July 23. extremely happy to have a place to stay Bible Way Fellowship Baptist Church, 10120 Hartsook, will hold its annual com- facilities, security personnel, consider for approval. The committee will accept I had a gasoline generator that pow- with her dog until her house was able to munity health fair Saturday, July 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is free and open student mental wellness, se- Prior to making a fi - comments but will not an- ered my house, never lost contact with be occupied again. curity training and protocols, nal recommendation to the swer questions. Questions the weather or news when the power to the public. Services available include health screenings, health displays, vendors, Without Tammie and Keith Nielsen’s health professionals to address health concerns, prize drawings and much more. policies and procedures, and school board, the commit- can be submitted on com- went out. Had food in 2 refrigerators, caring for their fellow citizens, these communications in an effort tee is seeking the commu- ment cards at the meeting and fi lter water and ice. When Highland two families would have been lost. They Local library events set to improve overall safety for nity’s feedback. The com- responses will be emailed Meadow lost power I created 7 group helped both of these families get through students and staff. mittee will hold a public and posted on the district’s text of all the homeowners that I knew, a very devastating disaster. Bracewell Branch Library The committee is com- meeting on Monday, July website. The public can also their cell # and I provided them with God blessed our community by having The following events are scheduled for the Bracewell Branch Library, 9002 Kingspoint: prised of parents, staff, law 16, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at send comments to ccisdsafe weather information through the night this two loving and caring people in it. A Saturday, July 14, 10:30 a.m. Spanish computer class enforcement offi cers, men- Clear Springs High School, [email protected]. and early morning that fi rst day and simple thank you isn’t suffi cient enough Saturday, July 14, 2 p.m. Citizenship class tal health experts, students 501 Palomino Lane, League Consensus statement on continued up to the point that we had to show them how much they are appre- Tuesday, July 17, 10:30 a.m. Meet at the library for Pocketwatch Puppets and faith-based leaders. The City. This meeting will also metal detectors, arming our electricity restored. Also provid- ciated for what they did for the people in Wednesday, July 18, 1 p.m. Teen video gaming group met over the course be streamed live online at teachers and ed all the shelters that were available their community. Wednesday, July 18, Computer courses: 2 p.m. Computer Basics; 3:15 p.m. Internet Ba- of several weeks in June and www.ccisd.net. marshals at school and where to go to get picked up like Thanks, sics; 4:30 p.m. Basic Powerpoint July to evaluate current safety The committee will con- Continued on Page 5A the one at Beamer and Beltway 8 that Mike & Joanne Cade Bracewell hours this week are: Thursday, noon – 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 – 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, closed; Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Parker Williams Library UHCL leads state for nationally Israeli folk dancing sessions to be held The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd. this week: Few people really enjoy cardiovascular exercises per se. But it doesn’t have to be a Thursday, July 12, 3 p.m. Teen Thursday presents Cosplay Tips and Tricks, for ages 12 and certifi ed school psychologists chore: Dancing is an excellent way to exercise while having fun. Israeli folk dancing ses- older, to learn different tips and tricks when you are designing your own cosplay outfi ts. University of Hous- psychology degree programs. strate their commitment to sions are conducted at Congregation Shaar Hashalom and are not built on one another, so Friday, July 13, 4 p.m. Community Craft presents Design-A-Flip-Flop for ages 7 and older. ton-Clear Lake led the state Across the state, NASP cer- the highest levels of profes- anyone can start any time. Meet in the library community room to design a pair of fl ip-fl ops. Materials and fl ip-fl ops are of Texas for producing the tifi ed a total 58 graduates sionalism, ethical practice, The dances are held at Congregation Shaar Hashalom on Mondays, from 7:30 to 9:30 generously provided by the Parker Williams Friends of the Library. most graduates to be certifi ed during this fi scal cycle. and continuing professional p.m. July dates are 16, 23 and 30. August dates are 6, 13, 20 and 27. Saturday, July 14, 2 – 4 p.m. Magic: The Gathering Gameplay, for ages 8 and older. A staff by the National Association The certifi cation is the development. The cost is $4/session or $35/10 sessions for CSH members and $5/session or $45/10 member will be present for instruction. A special thank you is given to Strike Zone for the of School Psychologists in nation’s only professional To learn more about UH- session for nonmembers. Everyone is welcome to join the group – even if you haven’t generous donation of Magic: The Gathering cards. For more information, visit http://www. the 2017-2018 fi scal year. credential acknowledging CL’s school psychology attended before. hcpl.net/sites/default/fi les/Feb - MTG-1.jpg. The NASP certifi ed 12 school psychologists who program, visit www.uhcl. Congregation Shaar Hashalom is located at 16020 El Camino Real and is the conser- Monday, July 16, 2 – 4 p.m. Genealogy group: The Parker Williams Genealogy Group is an UH-Clear Lake graduates meet rigorous, nationally rec- edu/human-sciences-hu vative synagogue in the Bay Area. The entire community is invited to attend. informal group that meets the fi rst and third Monday of each month to discuss family history during the fi scal year, topping ognized standards. School manities/departments/clini For more information, contact the synagogue offi ce at 281-488-5861 or at csh@shaar research (beginner to advanced). Meetings are free and open to anyone interested in tracing the list of the 12 Texas insti- psychologists who hold the cal-health-applied-sciences/ hashalom.org. family history. tutions that operate school NCSP certifi cation demon- school-psychology. Monday, July 16, 6 p.m. Magic: The Gathering Gameplay, for ages 8 and older. Special AARP Webster chapter sets meeting appreciation is given to Strike Zone for the generous donation of Magic: The Gathering cards. AARP Webster Area Chapter 199 welcomes everyone to meet at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. For more information, visit http://www.hcpl.net/sites/default/fi les/Feb - MTG-1.jpg. Leader checks out social media 17, at the Bay Area Community Center, 5002 E. NASA Parkway, Seabrook. They meet in Tuesday, July 17, 10:30 a.m. Computer Basics: fl yers, cards and brochures. Learn how to the large building with the blue roof inside Clear Lake Park on the north side of NASA use resources such as Microsoft Publisher and the website canva.com to create fl yers,invita- By Laura Benavides Scallan mas party fund. For more posted photos of her lost Parkway. tion cards, brochures, and more. Registration is requested. Several members of dif- information, contact Mike dogs. One is a dark gray pit- Everyone is invited to come to the meetings and to enjoy coffee, cookies and fellowship at Tuesday, July 17, 2 p.m. Musical movies: Tangled, rated PG, 100 minutes, for ages 10 and ferent community Facebook Silva at 832-455-3763, Jer- bull with a white spot on its 9:30 a.m. before the meeting starts at 10 a.m. Each month, there is entertainment or a speaker older. Meet in the library community room for a musical movie on Tuesdays throughout the groups have shared posts emy Valencia at 832-459- chest and the other is a light on various topics of interest to seniors. Some months there will be a potluck lunch. summer. For the musical movies, singing along isn’t just allowed, it’s encouraged! about a pregnant woman who 9912 or Leo Fuentes at 832- tan pit bull with a white spot On Friday, Aug. 17, Dawn Monachino, the education specialist at Houston Audubon, will Wednesday, July 18, 2:30 p.m. Program Summer: Hampstead Stage presents Treasure Is- was involved in a hit-and-run 606-3288. The image was on its chest. The dogs were give a presentation that includes live animals. She usually brings a song or two for audience land for ages 5 and older. Beat the heat, meet at the library and enjoy some theater. crash. See page 1A for story. also posted on the people of last seen on Sageglen and participation. Monachino’s interest in wildlife started when she was young but it really devel- Wednesday, July 18, STEM time: Sound vibrations. Meet in the library community room A member of the Com- sagemont 2 and Everything Grapewood. If found, contact oped later in life, becoming her second career. She worked at the Houston Zoo, Point Defi ance to learn about scientifi c concepts behind sound vibrations, sound waves and much more. munity of Sagemont & Sagemont Facebook groups. the owner on Facebook. Zoo and Aquarium and the Denver Zoo. She is very fortunate to combine her two careers of Below are the programs that occur every week: 77089 Facebook group A member of the people of Another member of the music and wildlife in one position. Monachino’s presentation will begin at 10:30 a.m. after Wednesday, Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. For children, ages 3 to 5 years, storytime shared an image for the up- sagemont 2 Facebook group same Facebook group has the chapter business meeting. features stories, songs, fi ngerplays and a craft. coming Toys for Tots Soft- shared photos of their miss- found a small, light brown There will be a potluck lunch at the Aug. 17 meeting. Members and visitors are encouraged Wednesday, 2 – 3 pm. Basic computer classes (Vietnamese). Learn mouse, keyboarding, ball Tournament. The tour- ing Jack Russell. The dog is dog with light brown eyes on to bring a dish to share after the meeting ends. basic internet skills and more at this weekly class in Vietnamese. Registration is requested. nament will take place on white with brown ears, brown Brookmeadow. The member The AARP Chapter also organizes day trips for AARP Chapter 199 members by bus to Thursday, Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. For toddlers from birth to 3 years, storytime fea- Saturday, Aug. 4 at El Fran- circles around her eyes and a posted a photo of the dog to local area points of interest at minimal cost. The next day trip will be on Monday, Aug. 20, to tures stories, songs, fi ngerplays and bubbles. co Lee Park. Games will brown spot on her rear. The the page. Stanzel Model Aircraft Museum and Schulenburg Historical Museum in Schulenburg. Lunch Saturday, Vietnamese learning time. Classes begin at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:30 p.m. start at 9 a.m. The entry fee dog is very skittish. If seen, There was a post shared will be at the Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant. The bus leaves at 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. For more information on these programs, speak with Loc Bui. is $100 per team and each call the owner at 281-723- on The Mont!! Facebook If anyone is interested in joining the group, annual dues are $6 per year per person. How- For more information on events, call the library at 281-484-2036. player is required to bring 3660. The dog is mircro- group in regard to a missing ever, one must be a member of national AARP to join any local chapter. AARP Chapters are Library hours this week are: Thursday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 1 – 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a new, $5 toy. All proceeds chipped. male shih tzu in the Ashley separately incorporated affi liates of AARP. For more information, contact Earl Mallett at 281- a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday, closed; Monday, 1 – 9 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, from the event will go to the A member of the Every- Pointe subdivision. If found, 484-2589 or [email protected]. 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Sagemont Helper’s Christ- thing Sagemont Facebook call 832-283-0572. Thursday, July 12, 2018, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 National health care fraud takedown results in arrests De Leon aids Palos’ student development FBI Houston and the ple law enforcement partners, schemes involving the billing tives, have chosen to break national arrests. “These ar- Houston-Area Medicare including the Department of of Medicare and Medicaid the law and place their greed rests are a testament to the Victoria Palos (left), one of J. Frank Dobie High School’s ship and instruction for the past two years aided my student Fraud Strike Force arrested Justice, the Federal Bureau of and private insurance pro- before those whom they are effectiveness of collabora- Shining Stars, is shown with distinguished educator Gilbert development and reinforced my pursuit of a career centered twelve individuals, including Investigation, the Department grams for medically unneces- charged to heal. Health care tive law enforcement work to De Leon, 12th-grade pre-calculus and calculus teacher at on STEM.” two health care professionals, of Health and Human Ser- sary services and compound fraud investigations, involv- crack down on those who de- Dobie High School. The South Belt Shining Stars will be presented in a series for their alleged participation vices Offi ce of the Inspector prescription drugs, as well ing both public and private fraud Texas taxpayers. Texas As a student, Palos has volunteered for marathons, the of students being honored along with their favorite mentor. in health care fraud schemes. General, the Texas Offi ce of as violations of illegal kick- insurance programs, are Attorney General Ken Paxton Houston Food Bank, festivals, at Pasadena Independent The Shining Stars represent the top Dobie High School The arrests were the result the Attorney General-Medic- backs. considered a high priority is committed to continuing to School District elementary and middle schools, the Alzhei- students. The information and photos were submitted by of a nationwide Medicare aid Fraud Control Unit, the “These individuals rob this throughout the FBI. The FBI work with our federal part- mer’s Association and St. Anne’s Catholic Church. Pasadena Independent School District. fraud takedown— the larg- United States Attorney’s Of- nation of its precious taxpay- and our partners will contin- ners to uncover waste, fraud, As for the future, Palos plans to attend Texas A&M The Leader is also running the Shining Stars from Pas- est health care fraud enforce- fi ce of the Southern District er dollars,” said FBI Special ue to target and hold account- and abuse in the Medicare University to major in mechanical engineering and minor adena Memorial, South Houston and Lewis Technical high ment action in American his- of Texas, and the Internal Agent in Charge Perrye K. able those who defraud the and Medicaid systems,” said in Spanish. She hopes to continue her education to pursue schools. tory. Revenue Service Criminal Turner. “Some Houston-ar- system.” Stormy Kelly, division chief a master’s degree in The local Houston arrests Investigative Division. Law ea medical professionals, in- Twenty-nine state Medic- within the Medicaid Fraud chemical engineering, were achieved through the ef- enforcement aggressively cluding doctors, nurses and aid Fraud Control Units also Control Unit of the Offi ce of and then secure a re- forts of personnel from multi- targeted the most egregious pharmacological representa- participated in this week’s Texas Attorney General. search position at an The Department of Health engineering fi rm. and Human Services an- Palos commented, nounced today that from July “Not only is Mr. De Chapman helps transform Sanchez 2017 to the present, it has Leon the best calcu- excluded 2,700 individuals lus teacher I ever had, Elexis Marie Hernandez Sanchez (left), one of Lew- Sanchez spent her time as a volunteer at Texas Chil- from participation in Medi- but he’s also the only is Career and Technical High School’s Shining Stars, is dren’s Hospital Pediatric Clinic and at St. Peter’s Episcopal care, Medicaid, and all other calculus teacher I ever shown with distinguished educator Sara Chapman, 11th- Church food pantry. federal health care programs, had. Nonetheless with grade advanced placement English teacher at Lewis Career Sanchez’s plans for the future include attending Yale which include 587 providers his dry humor and pas- and Technical High School. University. She then hopes to complete medical school and for their conduct related to sion for teaching, he become a doctor. opioid diversion and abuse. manages to motivate In regard to Chapman, “This takedown is a warn- numerous fatigued Sanchez said, “Mrs. Chap- ing to fraudsters that their and sassy teenagers to man transformed me from crimes will be uncovered,” understand the com- a good writer to a great said C.J. Porter, special agent plex concepts of BC writer. She pushed me to in charge for the U.S. De- Calculus, sometimes convey my thoughts in a partment of Health & Human with the help of can- form that an audience could Services Offi ce of Inspector dy. Besides serving as understand. Under her in- Generals. “Along with our law an exceptional teach- struction, I learned how to enforcement partners, we will er, Mr. De Leon also master the art of using lan- work to ensure that criminals serves as a quality, as guage to make others see who orchestrate these schemes well as free, therapist through my point of view. are brought to justice.” with his wise advice She taught me how to en- The national takedown tar- and insightful sugges- gage the reader. It was her geted more than 590 charged tions. Jokes aside, Mr. insightful words that rever- defendants across 56 federal De Leon is the type of berated in my head while I districts, including more than person who is always was fi lling out college ap- 150 doctors, nurses and other willing to listen and plications, as they allowed licensed medical professionals, help in any way he can me to communicate with for their alleged participation no matter the issue. the daunting audience of in health care fraud schemes Mr. De Leon’s mentor- college admissions com- involving approximately $2 mittees.” billion in false billings. The South Belt Shining “Health care fraud is a be- Stars will be presented in trayal of vulnerable patients, FEMA coordinates partner assistance a series of students being and often it is theft from the honored along with their taxpayer,” said Attorney Gen- favorite mentor. eral Jeff Sessions. “In many as transitional sheltering assistance ends The Shining Stars cases, doctors, nurses, and After 10 months of pro- vor lodging for TSA, and FEMA and its partners tions. represent the top Lew- pharmacists take advantage viding emergency shelter provided rental assistance to have conducted outreach on For more information on is Career and Technical of people suffering from drug through Transitional Shelter- more than 25,000 TSA par- multiple occasions and a to- the TSA program, visit the High School students. The addiction in order to line their ing Assistance, FEMA ended ticipant families to help them tal of 97 percent of those en- website https://www.fema. information and photos pockets. These are despicable the program on June 30 for fi nd permanent housing solu- rolled in the program have gov/media-library/assets/doc were submitted by Pasa- crimes.” hurricanes Harvey, Irma and tions. successfully transitioned to uments/134529. For more dena Independent School The FBI encourages any- Maria survivors. Intended to The remaining households more permanent housing. information on FEMA di- District. one with any information re- provide emergency shelter, in TSA have either received Federal, state, and voluntary saster recovery activities, The Leader is also garding health care fraud to TSA is a temporary solution rental or repair assistance organization partners will visit https://www.fema.gov/ running the Shining Stars contact the Medicare hotline that bridges survivors into from FEMA; have a habitable continue to provide assis- news-release/2018/06/27/re from Dobie, Pasade- at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800- more permanent options. To home with utilities on; or are tance through disaster case sources-are-available-survi na Memorial and South 633-4227). Tips may be sub- date, FEMA has spent more not eligible for additional management to those who vors-femas-transitional-shel Houston high schools. mitted through the FBI tips than $432 million on survi- FEMA housing assistance. still require long-term solu- tering-assistance. website at https://tips.fbi.gov. UH-Clear Lake releases recent calendar briefs Davidson thanks role model Emmons Gillian Davidson (right), one of Pasadena Memorial bridge from oppression to liberation. Reading is an es- The University of Hous- partnered dance – ballroom, the summer miniseries and include Alfred R. Neumann new knowledge for today’s High School’s Shining Stars, is shown with distinguished cape from reality – the very opportunity for humans to ton-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay swing and country for sin- $18 for each class. The mem- Library, the UHCL Art Gal- work environment. The educator Eve Emmons, Pasadena Memorial High School transport to the metaphysical world, where one discovers Area Blvd., has released its gles or couples. bership fee includes class lery, and natural features course takes place on Fri- 12th-grade advanced placement English literature teach- new dreams, learns to live valiantly, and unearths uncon- recent calendar briefs. • July 13, 11 a.m. “NASA: materials, borrowing priv- such as Potter Pond and days, July 13 and 27, 8 a.m. er. ditional self love. Mrs. Emmons has unlocked my mind Friday morning The Stories Behind the Glo- ileges at the UHCL library Horsepen Bayou. To learn – 4 p.m. The fee is $850, and In regard to volunteer work, Davidson has attained to a world of endless secrets and opportunities embed- continuing education ries.” Hear little-known, in- and discounts at the UHCL more about Hawk Adventure group rates are available. For more than 200 hours in community service through dif- ded in books, a revelation through literature. I had the University of Hous- sider stories and anecdotes bookstore and Patio Café. or to register, visit www. more information, call 281- ferent activities. She loved spending Saturdays at the enlightening joy of rediscovering my love for reading ton-Clear Lake’s Friday about U.S. human space- Parking permits are available uhcl.edu/admissions/events/ 283-3120 or email cee@ Pasadena Animal Shelter walking dogs and helping the in her class this year, and so to Mrs. Emmons: ‘Thank morning continuing edu- fl ight mission events and as- in Bayou Building, room hawk-adventure. uhcl.edu. animals fi nd forever homes. She has also spent a con- you for being a passionate teacher, a powerful and strong cation presents its summer tronauts. 1618 for $5. To register, vis- Managing Movie night: siderable amount of time volunteering with different or- woman, and a brilliant role model.’” miniseries in July. Tailored • July 20, 9 a.m. “1968: it www.uhcl.edu/academics/ change, confl ict “Disobedience” ganizations within Houston’s Japanese community and The South Belt Shining Stars will be presented in a for the appetites of lifelong Worst Year in American His- extended/friday-morning-ce. Learn how to successful- Plan to attend “Disobedi- with the National Honor Society. series of students being honored along with their favor- learners, topics vary week- tory – Democratic Conven- For more information, call ly cope with organizational ence” on movie night July 14 Davidson plans to attend the University of Texas in ite mentor. to-week and are presented by tion in Chicago” at 9 a.m. 281-283-3033. change and learn techniques at 7 p.m. in the student ser- Austin. She hopes to pursue a major in biochemistry in The Shining Stars represent the top Pasadena Memo- experts in their subjects. This is the third in a four- Hawk Adventure to defi ne the change process, vices and classroom building the College of Natural Sciences and Dean’s Scholars rial High School students. The information and photos The Friday programs fea- part series about 1968. Prospective University communication and resolve lecture hall. honors degree program. She is determined to fi nish col- were submitted by Pasadena Independent School Dis- ture two separate sessions, • July 20, 11 a.m. “Acu- of Houston-Clear Lake stu- confl ict in “Skillfully Man- A woman returns to the lege in three years. After college, she wants to pursue a trict. one at 9 a.m. and another at puncture and Oriental Med- dents and their families are aging Change and Confl ict” religious community that career in the medical fi eld as a researcher in experimen- The Leader is also running the Shining Stars from 11 a.m. All sessions are held icine: A New Hope for invited to tour UH-Clear as part of the Management shunned her, rekindling tal medicine. Dobie, Lewis Career and Technical and South Houston at UH-Clear Lake While Chronic Disease and Pain Lake’s 524-acre campus in a and Leadership Certifi cate a forbidden relationship. Davidson commented on Emmons, “Literacy is a high schools. registration is required, resi- Management.” AOM has one-hour walking tour led by Program at University of The characters then ex- dency, age, academic history been used for thousands of current UH-Clear Lake stu- Houston-Clear Lake. plore themes of passion, and student status do not ap- years to treat conditions sim- dents. The course, offered by the self-awareness and freedom ply. ilar to the ones people expe- Attendees will also re- Center for Executive Educa- of choice. The fi lm is rated • July 13, 9 a.m. “Joy rience today. ceive information about tion, is geared toward aspir- R. of Dance.” This is a crash Members pay a one-time applying to the university. ing or new supervisors, and Admission to the fi lm course in the major forms of membership fee of $12 for Featured stops on the tour leaders who wish to gain is free for students with a UHCL student ID and $4 for all others. Parking is free and available in Visitor Lot Varvoutis encourages, believes in Linares D. UHCL returning students’ Matthew Linares (right) one of South Houston High room my freshman year. She has constantly encouraged me to fall registration School’s Shining Stars, is shown with distinguished educator push past my limits and to reach an understanding of the pow- Returning students at Brenda Varvoutis, South Houston High School 12th-grade er of music deeper than I could have ever imagined. This in- University of Houston-Clear choir teacher. tense appreciation for music has been a blessing for me. Every Lake can register for fall Linares has done some community service in which he time life bogged me down, the music was there to pick me up courses in open registration mentored a junior high robotics team, rehearsed and per- off my feet and give me the confi dence to tackle any challenge through Aug. 24. Freshmen formed twice for the Houston Achievement Place Gala and with enthusiasm.” students must attend an ori- hosted the debate tournaments at school. The South Belt Shining Stars will be presented in a series of entation before registering Linares’ future plans include studying aerospace engineer- students being honored along with their favorite mentor. for courses. ing at Texas A&M. While there, he hopes to participate in the The Shining Stars represent the top South Houston High Class schedules are avail- honors college of engineering and the Texas A&M University School students. The information and photos were submit- able online at www.uhcl. Singing Cadets. After college, Linares wishes to pursue a ca- ted by Pasadena Independent School District. edu/academics/resources. reer in aerospace engineering at NASA, SpaceX or Boeing. The Leader is also running the Shining Stars from Do- For more information, con- In regard to Varvoutis, Linares said, “Mrs. Varvoutis has bie, Lewis Career and Technical and Pasadena Memorial tact the offi ce of the registrar never stopped believing in me since I walked into the choir high schools. at 281-283-2525 or email re- [email protected]. UHCL new student application deadline The fi nal application deadline for new students planning to enter University of Houston-Clear Lake in the fall 2018 semester is Aug. 1. For more details on dead- lines, visit the UH-Clear Lake Offi ce of Admissions at www.uhcl.edu/admissions. To apply, visit ApplyTexas. org. For more information, call 281-283-2500, or email [email protected]. Volunteers needed Texans Recovering Together provides Help maintain the beauty of the University of Hous- free, confidential crisis counseling ton-Clear Lake campus by volunteering at Habitat Work Recovering from Hur- $13.9 million. Recovering Together. Ser- common responses to disas- Days each Tuesday morning ricane Harvey doesn’t just Crisis counseling pro- vices provided include stress ter trauma. Experts say the in July with the Environmen- mean rebuilding a home or viders visit homes and com- management techniques, stress of adjusting to new cir- tal Institute of Houston. fi nding a new job. Long af- munity settings for Texans coping mechanisms and con- cumstances and beginning to Helpers should meet at 9 ter one’s physical recovery is Recovering Together, rath- nections to disaster-relief re- rebuild after a disaster may a.m. at the North Annex of- complete, the signs of stress er than conducting sessions sources. not set in for up to a year. fi ce, located inside Entrance and trauma may remain. in an offi ce. Counselors are Additionally, staff have For further information on 3 off Middlebrook Drive. Texans Recovering To- available in 31 counties af- provided nearly 145,000 sec- Hurricane Harvey and Tex- Volunteers assist in up- gether provides free, confi - fected by Harvey, and survi- ondary services, including as recovery, visit the Hur- keep, including clearing dential crisis counseling and vors can dial 2-1-1 to be re- handling telephone and ho- ricane Harvey disaster web paths, cleaning the pond and referral services to help sur- ferred to a local provider. tline contacts, and distribut- page at www.fema.gov/disas- other conservation tasks. vivors work through their More than 147,000 sur- ing digital and printed educa- ter/4332, Facebook at www. For more information, call disaster recovery. The pro- vivors of Hurricane Harvey tional materials. facebook.com/FEMAharvey, UHCL Environmental Insti- gram is run by the Texas have received individual cri- The crisis counseling pro- the FEMA Region 6 Twitter tute of Houston at 281-283- Health and Human Services sis counseling, group crisis gram enhances mental health account at www.twitter.com/ 3950 or email [email protected]. Commission and funded counseling, public education, resilience among survivors FEMARegion6 or the Texas To learn more, visit the through grants from the Fed- community networking ser- who are displaced, jobless, Division of Emergency Man- website www.uhcl.edu/envir eral Emergency Management vices, educational contacts or homeless, impoverished or agement website at https:// Continued on Page 4A Agency (FEMA) totaling basic support through Texans faced with stress and other www.dps.texas.gov/dem. Page 4 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, July 12, 2018 SJC releases calendar Glimpse into the past San Jacinto College has which will be held on Sunday, Over The Back Fence by Alexis released its recent calendar Dec. 16, at Minute Maid Park. briefs. Summer camps Registration now open The following San Jacinto Registration is now open College summer camps will for fall classes that start on take place the month of July. Aug. 27. For more informa- For more information and HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO THE COLES Jaquelina Martinez and Johanna James. FRIENDS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS tion on steps to register, vis- to sign up, visit sanjac.edu/cal Anniversary wishes are sent to Bill and Moore Elementary The Leader sends happy birthday wishes it sanjac.edu/apply-register/ endar/summer-camps. Kim Cole who celebrate their 23rd wedding Light the birthday candles July 14 for Ana to friends who celebrate a birthday this week: overview/registration. • Maritime venture camps, anniversary on Sunday, July 15, from friends Herrera. Thursday, July 12: Sharron Moore, Mary August graduation two sessions, July 23-27 and the Leader staff. South Belt Elementary Renfro Heldman, Emma Rodriguez and Pam application deadline • Water-bots camps, two BOYKINS CELEBRATED A BIRTHDAY Sing a birthday song July 12 to Jody McEntire Ellis; Friday, July 13: Stephanie The last day for students to sessions, July 16-20 and 23-27 Belated birthday wishes are sent to Houston Finch. Pyle, Sandy Ward, Angela Wilkerson, Robin apply for August 2018 grad- • Woodwind and brass City Council Member Dwight Boykins who Melillo Middle School Stone Collins and Tyler Pearson; Saturday, uation is Thursday, July 12. camp, July 16-20 celebrated a birthday Friday, July 6, from Marking a special birthday July 18 is July 14: Elaine Ann Monagas, Monay Students who meet graduation • STEM survivor camp, friends and the South Belt Leader staff. Jennifer Vann. Noyobiz, Riva Saenz, Verónica Mier and requirements in August 2018 July 16-20 SCHOOL DAZE Roberts Middle School Jeffrey Robert McGee; Sunday, July 15: Steve will participate in the fall 2018 • All-state choir camp, The following personnel of the Pasadena Light the birthday candles July 13 for Cummings, Sorita Sann, Soyla Tovar, Irma commencement ceremony, July 16-20. Independent School District celebrate birth- Aaron Donias. Villanueva, Rachel Garza, Marlon Taylor, days July 12 through July 18. Beverly Hills intermediate Teresa Reynolds Abel and Harley Rankins; Atkinson Elementary Celebrating a July 13 birthday is Jocelyn Monday, July 16: Jessika Paquinto, Mark Celebrating a birthday July 13 is Regina Brown. Send a birthday greeting July 18 to Campbell, Kelly McBeth, Angie Roach, Tips to keep pets safe Barnes. The day for a birthday party for Krystal Smith. Clarissa Garza Andrus and Brad Janacek; Claudia Trevino is July 15. Thompson Intermediate Tuesday, July 17: Christina Trevino, Crystal during storm season Burnett Elementary Sing a chorus of a birthday song July 13 for Ybarra, Corey Cephus, Myra Rowe, Marsa Sing a happy birthday song to Teresa Abel Susie Haas. Outland Brister, Vicki Sorensen, Jenelle Lee, While no one is immune fi gure out which boarding fa- on July 15. Dobie High Kimberly Sommerfelt and Mary Jason Rowe; from the devastation of a nat- cilities are nearby in case one Bush Elementary Birthday greetings are sent to Carol and Wednesday, July 18: Maddie Patterson, ural disaster, preparing before will need to separate from a Send a happy birthday greeting to Lizbeth McDonald on July 12. Melania Duarte cel- Keith Milam, Luis Revilla, Diann Richardson, a storm hits is key to keeping pet for a time. Cavazos on July 15. Light the birthday can- ebrates a birthday July 14. Send a birthday Cathy Todd, Steve Garza, Misha Lesley- Shown above is Dianne Connealy standing outside everyone in one’s family— • Pack an emergency bag. dles July 18 for Carla Galvan. greeting July 15 to Nathan Wernig. Enjoy Burkins, Kathy Haigler and Michelle Malveau. including one’s pets—safe. One will want emergen- the home of her parents Dick and Dorthene Ran- Meador Elementary a double-layer birthday cake July 17 with LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS dall on Christmas Day, 1967, before its completion Here are six ideas to keep cy provisions packed for a Blow out the birthday candles July 12 for Ernestina Martinez and Lawrence Wald. Email announcements to mynews@south in mind for a pet in mapping pet well in advance of a ca- in Sagemont. One can notice there are no homes or Laura Moreno. Three cheers for a happy Michelle Malveaux enjoys a birthday July beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject line trees in the background. There was only a telephone out a disaster preparedness tastrophe so one can evac- birthday on July 14 for Corin Culpepper, 18. by Friday noon for the next week’s publication. plan. uate one’s home quickly if pole and empty fi elds as far as one could see toward • Have the pet micro- needed. Choose an easy-to- Pearland. The Randalls moved to Sagemont when Dick chipped. In the event of an carry bag, label it and keep it was hired at NASA. The house is located three blocks emergency—natural or oth- where everyone in the family west on Hughes from Beamer Road. Back then, Dixie erwise—ensure the pet can can fi nd it quickly. The bag Dobie cheerleaders’ breakfast fundraiser a success Farm Road was called FM 1959, and Scarsdale, San get back if separated. Col- should include a pet fi rst aid Jacinto College and Memorial Hermann Southeast lars and ID tags, though im- kit; enough food and bot- Hospital didn’t exist. Almeda and Baybrook malls also portant, can break or detach. tled water for a week (rotate had not been built. As for schools, there was no Thomp- Microchips—computerized this every couple of months son Intermediate, no Dobie High School, no Frazier and scannable implants about to keep it from going bad); Elementary and no Moore Elementary. Stuchbery the size of a grain of rice— medications (check periodi- Elementary was already built and running, but it did are more fool-proof since cally to ensure medicines in not have kindergarten classes available. Dick eventual- they are inserted under a pet’s an emergency bag don’t ex- ly retired from NASA in 1994 after 20 years. It’s been skin. pire); cleanup supplies; food more than 50 years since then, and times have changed. • Bring pets inside at the and water dishes; bags (or Dianne, who grew up in the home, attended Stuchbery, fi rst sign of danger. Disas- litter for cats) for collecting Thompson and Dobie. After graduation, she attended ters can be disorienting for waste; an extra collar and San Jacinto College and Texas A&M. She later grad- pets, and they could run away leash; photocopies of med- uated with a master’s degree from the University of or hurt themselves reacting ical records; towels; recent Houston-Clear Lake. Dianne married Chris Connealy, to loud noises and strange photos of pets; and a favorite who was a Dobie football captain, and later became changes to their landscape. toy or chewy for their com- the fi re chief of the Houston Fire Department. Dianne Also, rain, fl ying debris and fort. It’s also a good idea to and Chris had two sons, Brent and Kyle Connealy. In high winds pose a danger. have a sturdy carrier or crate 2010, Dianne died suddenly of cancer. The Randalls are • If one has to leave, keep for each pet. still in the same home and are the last people on their the pet close. Leaving pets “What’s good for us is street to be original owners of the house. In June, they behind during a natural di- good for our pets,” said Kris celebrated their 57th anniversary and in July they will saster is never a good idea Kiser, president and CEO of both celebrate their birthdays. because they could escape or the Outdoor Power Equip- become exposed to a number ment Institute, the interna- of life-threatening hazards. tional trade association repre- Keep them on a leash or in senting more than 100 power Sisterhood holds garage sale a pet carrier so they don’t equipment, engine and utility The Sisterhood of Congregation Shaar Hashalom is hold- escape even in a “familiar” vehicle manufacturers and ing the annual 150 Family Garage Sale. Great prices and a neighborhood. suppliers. “My dog Lucky the huge selection make bargain hunting fun and exciting for all • Determine where one TurfMutt is a member of the members of the family. Sale items include gently used fur- will go. Coordinate, in ad- family, so we have a plan for niture, books, clothing, toys and games, kitchen and décor vance, to stay with friends keeping him safe in the event items, craft supplies and more. Lots of easy and safe handicap or family members, or fi nd a of an emergency, and we en- parking is available to make shopping easier. pet-friendly hotel outside the courage all pet parents to do Shopping hours are Sunday, July 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 disaster area. Have those con- the same.” p.m. at 16020 El Camino Real in Clear Lake (between El Do- versations and do research By having all this in place, rado and Bay Area Blvd). Congregation Shaar Hashalom is well ahead of time so there is one can immediately put a pet the conservative synagogue serving the Clear Lake Bay Area a plan in place when needed. preparedness plan into action for more than 50 years. • Create a pet-friendly re- when a storm is coming in- source list. Not all emergen- stead of spending valuable cy shelters will accept pets, time trying to determine what Largest selection of so have a plan B. Develop a needs to be done to best pro- The J. Frank Dobie High School cheerleaders held a success- (front row) Claudia Ayala, Victoria Ayala, Valerie Gonzalez, Kath- wigs in Texas! list of the pet-friendly hotels tect your pet. ful breakfast fundraiser at Applebee’s with the help of Justin erine Belle, Olga Cisneros, Laila Hernandez, Becky Hernandez, FEATURING outside one’s immediate area. For facts, tips and fun Whittredge, and his staff. The event took place at the Fairmont lo- (back row) Alan Nguyen, Andres Melchor, Sara Otwell, Whittredge, Research a list of veterinar- activities for families from cation on Saturday, June 30. The proceeds raised will benefi t the Jeimmy Salinas and Briana Loredo. ESTETICA ians in the area should the Lucky the TurfMutt, visit Dobie 2018-2019 cheerleading program. Shown are, left to right, Photo by Mark Belle pet need medical care. Also, www.TurfMutt.com. DESIGNS WIGS & EXTENSIONS RAQUEL WELCH™ SIGNATURE COLLECTION OF WIGS & The Right BRA, HAIR ADDITIONS The Right Form! by JODEE Caring Fitters Trained & Certified Becky’s Dobie FCCLA team makes history, brings home the gold to Help With All Your After Breast Surgery Needs. 125 E. Galveston Street Great selection of League City The Dobie High School Family, Career and Com- Mastectomy Swimsuits 281-332-6407 munity Leaders of America team made history by bringing home the gold at national competition. This is the fi rst team in Dobie FCCLA history to make it to nationals to compete. The long jour- ? ney started in January at regional competition ant Feb. 16 – 17 in Galveston. The team placed second regn and was able to compete in the state competition e P ld I b in Dallas April 5 – 7 where the team also placed Cou second. After state, the team advanced to com- I need a pregnancy test pete in nationals in Atlanta on June 27 where the team brought home the gold from national com- I need to know what to do petition. The team had participated in Dobie FC- We are here for you. We care!! CLA for the past two years. In 2017 the team won All Services are Free and Confidential. third place at regionals but failed to place in state. 281-484-0005 Shown left after placing second in state are team Beltway 8 South members, left to right, Enrique Cordova, Steven Crisis Pregnancy Center Cortez and Daniel Mejia. Posing, right, is Mejia after the team had placed second in regional com- petition. In preparation for the fall, Cortez plans to attend San Jacinto College, and Cordova and Exceptional Grooming at Common Mejia plan to attend the University of Houston. Sense Prices UHCL calendar set 281-484-9655 Continued from Page 3A these areas are also encour- Remember When onmental-institute. aged. Register for Houston Any interested individu- 40 years ago (1978) Former Houston Mayor drill team. They were Lt. Field area. fi ed of the incident when she Robotics and AI Day als or groups are encouraged Donald Roberts was the Jim McConn issued a chal- Col. Courtney Kennedy, Col. The South Belt-Ellington picked her daughter up rough- University of Hous- to attend but registration for victim of a hit-and-run acci- lenge to the local chamber of Courtney Burns, Col. Tiffany Chamber of Commerce Gov- ly 1.5 hours after the incident. ton-Clear Lake’s Center for spectators is also requested. dent. commerce asking its mem- Clark, Lt. Col. Shannon Rob- ernmental Affairs Committee 5 years ago (2013) Groom & Board Robotics Software is hosting Registration is free. Dr. James E. “Gene” bers to be responsible for a inson, Lt. Shawna Roberson, hosted a meeting on Monday, The Pasadena Independent the third annual Houston Ro- To register, visit www. Stuchbery, 83, for whom voter registration program. Maj. Celina Clark, Capt. Me- July 14, to discuss the school School District board of trust- botics and AI Day on Friday, uhcl.edu/center-robot Stuchbery Elementary was 25 years ago (1993) gan McKinney and Lt. Lind- funding dilemma in the Pas- ees approved capping enroll- Tues.-Sat. 11506 Hughes Rd. Aug. 3, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the ics-software/events. named, died of heart failure. Walter Ginn, formerly su- say Saucedo. adena Independent School ment to reduce overcrowding Bayou Building, 2700 Bay 2018 CAMEO Emerging Sageglen residents over- perintendent of the physical 20 years ago (1998) District. Attending the meet- at several South Belt area 7am-6pm South Belt @ Hughes Area Blvd. Artists Show whelmingly approved a pro- plant maintenance section at Uduak “Judy” Inyangu- ing were PISD Superinten- campuses, including Dobie The event showcases cur- UHCL Art Gallery hosts posed plan to build a recreation Hobby Airport, was promot- mia was found dead in her dent Kirk Lewis and House High School, Thompson In- BFBGrooming.com rent research into robotics this year’s Clay Arts Museum center, complete with swim- ed to senior superintendent Kirkwood home. Her father, District 144 candidates Ken termediate, Melillo Middle and artifi cial intelligence and and Educational Organiza- ming pool and tennis courts. at Ellington Field. He would Ekerete Inyangumia, was Legler and Joel Redmond. School, Laura Bush Elemen- projects underway at UH-CL, tion Emerging Artists Show, John Robinson, a Dobie have responsibility for on- charged with her murder. Grace Community Church tary and Garfi eld Elementary. University of Houston’s cen- which showcases works of High School senior, won the site management of Ellington Judge Ted Poe was the announced its plan to erect The enrollment cap would tral campus, UH-Downtown, Texas higher education ce- mile run at the state champi- under the city’s aviation di- guest speaker at the July meet- two massive crosses along affect only new transfer re- Rice University and San Ja- ramics instructors and their onship Junior Olympic meet rector, Paul Gaines. ing of the South Belt-Elling- Interstate 45. quests. The enrollment caps Flood problems? cinto College. students. held in Lubbock. Houston Police Chief Sam ton Chamber of Commerce. To be located at the would not affect students Topics include brain-ma- The result is a unique dis- 35 years ago (1983) Nuchia presented Kirkwood 15 years ago (2003) church’s south campus near who live within the schools’ You can go home again... chine interfacing, swarm play of varying artistic per- The salary freeze imposed South’s Neil West a public PISD spokesperson Kirk Dixie Farm Road and at the set boundaries. ® technology, humanoid robot- spectives. by the Pasadena Independent service award at a ceremony. Lewis admitted that Memo- church’s north campus near 1 year ago (2017) Let Farmers help. ics, wearable robotics and The show continues School District left many of West was specifi cally recog- rial High School principal The Woodlands, the crosses South Belt resident and more. through Aug. 2. Gallery its teachers feeling their con- nized for developing an an- Billye Smith was wrong in would mark both the south South Houston police detec- At Farmers, we know that you insure In addition to the Cen- hours are Monday – Thurs- tract renewal was violated. ti-gang program for fi fth-grad- offering an additional $3,000 and north entrances to the city, tive Paul Brantly was pre- your home to get things back to normal ter for Robotics Software, day, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Fri- Observation of fl ooding ers titled Gangs Are No Good annual stipend to new head according to Grace’s pastor, sented the Police Offi cer of if something unexpected happens. That’s in the area after four days of football coach Tom Gooden. Steve Riggle. The two cross- the Year Award by the South sponsors include San Jacinto day, 9 a.m.- noon. (G.A.N.G.) While the program why you’ll love the friendly, thorough service rain prompted Harris County targeted fi fth-graders, it also Former South Belt res- es, which could reach a height Houston Masonic Lodge No. College’s AI-Tech Labs, and Admission is free. The you get from a Farmers agent. Call me Bridges to STEM Careers, a gallery is located in the Bay- Flood Control to re-evaluate involved Dobie High School ident and Dobie graduate of 200 feet, would be among 1295. Brantly has had a dis- partnership between San Ja- ou Building at 2700 Bay Area drainage of the HL&P ditch. students who wrote and per- Linda Koetter Bates, 41, was the largest in the world. tinguished career in law en- and get a quote on the insurance that cinto and UH-CL, which re- Blvd. Parking is available in 30 years ago (1988) formed anti-gang skits for the stabbed to death in her An- An investigation conduct- forcement, earning the 100 helps get you back where you belong. ceives support from the Na- the visitor lot or Student Lot The South Belt Civic As- elementary students. gleton home. ed by the Texas Department Club Hero Award and the Michael W. Jewell, CLU tional Science Foundation. D. sociation was scheduled to A ribbon-cutting was held 10 years ago (2008) of Family and Protective Ser- Texas Commission of Law Students and educators are For more information, plant approximately 120 trees for the Johnson Space Center Houston Councilman vices confi rmed a local moth- Enforcement Valor Award 12929 Gulf Freeway encouraged to register to give contact Jeff Bowen, art gal- as the result of being reim- Credit Union’s new branch Mike Sullivan hosted a town er’s complaint that her child in 2012. Brantly attend- Suite 112 (Fuqua Exit) a fi ve-minute presentation on lery director at 281-283- bursed for the destruction of offi ce. hall meeting to discuss the had been left on a bus travel- ed Stuchbery Elementary, their current work. 3376 or visit www.uhcl.edu/ about 150 trees in the Beamer The Sagemont Cowgirls land use compatibility regu- ing to an area day care center. Thompson Intermediate and 281-481-2121 Poster presentations in art-gallery. Road esplanade. selected new offi cers for the lations affecting the Ellington The mother said she was noti- Dobie High School. farmersagent.com/mjewell Thursday, July 12, 2018, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 USACE releases summary of work plan Hoggard, Fisher announce engagement On July 5, 2018, the U.S. frastructure as a system, iden- ing Bayou Federal Project, critical projects for many Army Corps of Engineers re- tifying potential inadequacies which calls for around 4 miles years,” Poppe said. “This se- Robert and Lindy Hog- leased a summary of its work and potential improvements to of channel improvements, cured funding will allow us to gard of South Belt an- plan for studies and construc- the overall system. 1,000 acre-feet of stormwa- complete these projects in a nounce the engagement tion projects related to fund- Also included is federal ter detention volume and 17 much shorter timeframe – as and upcoming marriage of ing provided in the Bipartisan funding to complete ongoing bridge replacements or modi- compared to the uncertainty their daughter Ashley Hog- Budget Act of 2018, which construction of four active fi cations; and of annual appropriations – gard to Christopher Fisher was passed and signed into federal fl ood risk reduction • $45 million for the White and will reduce fl ood risks for of Orland Park, Ill., son of law Feb. 9. projects on which the fl ood Oak Bayou Federal Project, thousands of Harris County Robert Fisher and Melanie The Harris County Flood control district is current- consisting of more than 15 residents.” Sweeney. Control District reports that ly working with the Corps. miles of channel improve- The work plan also in- The prospective groom many of the requests are in- These construction projects ments and almost 3,000 acre- cludes short-term funding for graduated from Providence cluded in the posted work include: feet of stormwater detention repairs to damaged drainage Catholic High School in plan. • $75 million for the Brays volume. infrastructure, and while sev- 2007 and from McKendree Studies, which are at full Bayou Federal Project, con- The timing of the release of eral projects within Harris University in 2011 with a federal expense, include: sisting of around 21 miles funding and important proce- County are listed, exact dollar bachelor’s degree in inter- • $3 million for the Section of channel improvements, dural details still needs to be amounts have not yet been al- national relations. Chris 216 Study led by the Corps, 11,400 acre-feet of stormwa- addressed in the near future, located. moved to Texas in 2013 which will evaluate the exist- ter detention volume, and 30 but the fact that these inves- The fl ood control district to attend the Houston Fire ing Addicks and Barker reser- bridge replacements or modi- tigations and projects were greatly appreciates the Texas Academy. Chris is a fi re- voirs and recommend opera- fi cations; specifi cally named and have congressional delegation for fi ghter for the Houston Fire tional changes and/or physical • $295,165,000 for the targeted funding is “very pos- passing and funding the Bi- Department and works in projects to improve the effec- Clear Creek Federal Project, itive news,” said Russ Poppe, partisan Budget Act of 2018 Houston’s South Union tiveness of the reservoirs in which includes 15 miles of executive director of the fl ood in response to Hurricane Har- neighborhood. reducing fl ood risks upstream channel improvements and control district. vey, and the U.S. Army Corps The bride-to-be graduat- and downstream; and around 1,400 acre-feet of ad- “The Corp’s work plan an- of Engineers for selecting to ed from Dobie High School • $3 million for a coun- ditional stormwater detention nouncement is great news for complete these critical fl ood in 2011 and from San Ja- ty-wide drainage study to look volume in several basins; us as we have been advocating risk-reduction projects in Har- cinto College in 2014 with at Harris County’s drainage in- • $65 million for the Hunt- for project funding of these ris County. an Associate of Science de- gree. She then attended the University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston and Highland Meadow HOA celebrates July 4 graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene. Ashley is a dental hygienist at a family practice located in Friendswood where the couple reside. The couple plan to mar- ry in August in Galveston.

Cervantes, Contreras plan to marry

Highland Meadow Homeowners Association held its planned for July 4, but was rescheduled due to rain. fi rst 4th of July Celebration on Saturday, July 7, at the Shown, joining the festivities are, left to right, Frank Highland Meadow pool. Grilled hot dogs, soft drinks Cruz, vice president of Highland Meadow HOA; Pct. Jonathan Cervantes and and potato chips were served and a variety of music 2 Deputy J. Burford; and state Rep. Carol Alvarado, Monica Contreras have an- was played. Rudy Alafa (far right), event coordinator District 145. Alvarado was invited as a guest speaker nounced their engagement. and president of Highland Meadow HOA, and his wife and she spoke to the homeowners about the impor- Both have been living in Liz Alafa, secretary of Highland Meadow HOA (second tance of communication among the residents, precinct the South Belt area for 25 from right), cooked up a special meal for Harris Coun- constables and Texas state representatives. years. ty Pct. 2 Constable’s offi ce. The event was originally Photo by Betty McGinnis Jonathan, the son of Aar- on and Elizabeth Cervantes, graduated from Dobie High School in 2009 and works as a salesman for Frito Lay. UH-Clear Lake offers early childhood Monica, the daughter of Jose and Nora Contre- ras, graduated from South education master’s degree fully online Houston High School in 2008 and works as a sales University of Hous- capstone project.” require certifi cation but wish ple who just can’t make it to associate at James Avery. ton-Clear Lake’s Early Child- A capstone project is a to have an advanced degree campus. This online degree The couple plan to mar- hood Education Master of multifaceted assignment that could benefi t. makes advancement possible ry in Houston in January Science has been available serves as a culminating in- “There are some individu- for everyone, regardless of 2020. to educational profession- tellectual experience for stu- als who have a bachelor’s de- their location. The program als for years, but starting fall dents, typically at the end of gree in another fi eld but wish to is fl exible and students can 2018, the degree will become an academic program. With get a master’s in childhood ed- work at their own pace.” available fully online, to help the early childhood degree, ucation,” said Graves. “We’ve The face-to-face version of busy education professionals students have options for their had a number of students en- this degree plan has received maintain their employment capstone experience—they roll in this program who have recognition from the National while advancing their career. can choose to complete a 160- degrees in other fi elds who are Association for the Education “The face-to-face degree hour practicum internship or career-changers.” of Young Children, the most will remain available and is complete a master’s thesis. Graves said the degree re- prestigious and desired recog- unchanged. The online ver- Graves said that profes- quires only 36 credit hours to nition in the fi eld. sion is a mirror version of that sionals who have a teaching complete. For more information Consensus statement made for CCISD safety committee degree,” said Shanna Graves, certifi cate and wish to obtain “It’s possible to fi nish in about the Early Childhood Continued from Page 2A tor of non-profi t Safe Havens ble cause. The group felt the program would also include staff carry weapons on cam- associate professor of early an advanced degree as well under two years,” Graves Education Master of Sci- The team of volunteers ex- International, said, “Properly length of time students wait after-school activities and pus, and the Marshal Plan, a childhood education. “All the as professionals working in said. “The quality of the ence, visit www.uhcl.edu/ac plored the use of metal detec- funded and run metal detec- outside to go through the de- evening events such as band program where citizens can courses are available online, early childhood careers in classes is as excellent as al- ademics/degrees/early-child tors, the arming of teachers, tion programs can be quite tectors would create a sec- concerts, basketball games, serve as armed personnel in a including the electives and the the private sector that don’t ways, but there are many peo- hood-education-ms. and the solicitation of mar- effective in reducing the risk ondary safety hazard. open houses, recognizing the school setting. The group did shals with concealed hand- of the more common types of The group and district absence of an active metal de- not feel state regulations pro- gun licenses. The group came weapons violence in schools staff intentionally sought ev- tector would allow persons to vide for the appropriate vet- Harris County encourages preparation to a wide consensus that these (gangrelated violence, etc.) idence to indicate that met- bring and intentionally hide ting, psychological examina- measures, at this time, would but it is much harder to dis- al detectors are effective in weapons to use at a later time. tion, or training of guardians shift CCISD from a nurturing suade a determined attacker the prevention of gun vio- For these reasons, the or marshals. while traveling during hurricane season learning environment to one who is willing to risk death or lence and could not identify CCISD School Safety Com- In the end, the committee synonymous with a peniten- who plans to kill himself or a source. One comprehen- mittee does not recommend felt adding 15 additional po- As one makes travel plans ber. Safety should remain the proactive. U.S. nationals can gency information one needs tiary. herself.” sive study by the Journal of the installation of metal de- lice offi cers, 15 student sup- this summer, the Harris Coun- number one priority while subscribe to Smart Traveler to stay safe. If one is on the The committee does not The group participated School Health concluded, tectors inside schools based port counselors, enhancing ty Offi ce of Homeland Securi- traveling. It is better to cancel Enrollment Program which road it is important to keep an recommend these options. in a case study of the metal "There is insuffi cient data in on evidence of signifi cant training and prevention tech- ty & Emergency Management or postpone a trip than to be will get one in touch with the emergency kit with any sup- The group found research detection program at Davis the literature to determine fail rates of weapon detec- niques, and improving secu- reminds residents that hurri- caught in a hurricane. nearest U.S. embassy or con- plies one will need including and evidence that metal de- High School in the Aldine whether the presence of met- tion, secondary safety issues rity systems would provide a cane season is underway. Travel insurance can help sulate to make them aware of food, water, medication, and tectors would not stop a mo- Independent School District. al detectors in schools reduc- for students waiting outside, far more stronger shield than While traveling during minimize any fi nancial loss- one’s presence in the area. important documents. tivated shooter nor do they They found the screening es the risk of violent behavior and the redirection of cam- metal detectors, guardians hurricane season presents a es one may encounter in the More information can be Download the free Ready- effectively detect weapons. process takes up to 45 min- among students, and some re- pus teachers and staff time to and marshals. unique set of potential chal- case of an unforeseen storm found at https://step.state. Harris app from the app store A 2015 TSA study found a utes for a school population search suggests that the pres- operate metal detectors every The school district, lenges, proper awareness and interfering with travel plans. gov/. or Google Play to create a failure rate of 95 percent with of 2,500. Teachers and cam- ence of metal detectors may day. through a similar or fol- preparation can allow for an Make sure insurance covers If a tropical storm or hurri- family disaster plan that ac- high-quality equipment, full- pus staff operate 12 detec- detrimentally impact student The committee reviewed low-up committee, should issue-free vacation. trip interruption and trip can- cane develops while one is on counts for family, pets and time and trained screeners, tion sites because by law, perceptions of safety." the state regulations over the continue to explore safety When planning a trip, cellation. Also, make sure to vacation, leaving one with no home during one’s travel and intensive support per- police offi cers cannot con- The group discussed Guardian Plan, a program improvements on a regular keep the potential weather of have medical coverage either time to evacuate, it is import- plans. sonnel. Michael Dorn, direc- duct searches without proba- whether a metal detector that allows schools to have and consistent basis. your destination in mind. Lo- through a health care plan or ant that one is prepared. Hav- cations along the Gulf Coast, through additional travel in- ing an emergency plan will the Atlantic and the Carib- surance. allow one to stay calm and bean are all vulnerable to If traveling to a coastal safe throughout the storm. tropical weather between the area, or an area that is known Hotels should provide one months of June and Novem- to be struck by hurricanes, be with any resources and emer- CHURCH DIRECTORY FURNITURE RE-DO • Re-Pair • Re-Finish AAttendttend thethe churchchurch ofof youryour choicechoice • Re-Glue • Re-Screw ‘We Re-Do For You’ The Catholic Community of ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST For Free Estimates Call: Rev. Douglas J. Guthrie, Pastor New Covenant Jeff Davis 281-481-3216 Rev. Alvaro Interiano, Parochial Vicar 11011 Hall Rd. 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Nursery Available at all Services Page 6 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, July 12, 2018 Leader to award Schlitterbahn ticket prizes in vacation pic contest The Leader is seeking vacation photos for publica- tion. A first- and second-place prize of Schlitterbahn tickets will be awarded for July and August. All sub- Trevino family visits Las Vegas Colemans experience Destin missions should include where and when the photo was taken, as well as identify each person in the picture and Having lost their home off Blackhawk during Hurricane Harvey, Tim Coleman (left) and Destiny Coleman traveled with their three sons to Destin, Fla., to enjoy a fun and tell the story about the trip. relaxing vacation. All photos must be high resolution. Email photos to [email protected]. COUPON $ FOUNDATION REPAIR 200 OFF OR (on jobs $2,500 & up) SEWER REPAIR Not valid with any other offer. One coupon per house.

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Shown above and below, longtime South Belt resident Greg Brewer visited the Flower Garden Banks sanc- tuary the weekend of June 29 aboard the M/V Fling.

The family also visited the indoor gulfarium to watch a spectacular dolphin and sea lion show. Shown above, Eli eyes an alligator that just wants to show off its teeth. Shown below, Eli is all smiles enjoying some fun in the sun at the beach.

Brewer was diving between 70 and 100 feet underwa- ter. The Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanc- tuary is a U.S. National Marine Sanctuary located 100 nautical miles offshore Galveston. SECTION B Thursday, July 12, 2018, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 1 SPORTS & CLASSIFIED SBHLL junior stars GHVCA lauds Dobie’s Pleasants Berneathy, Dobie High School football staff bow out at sectionals to host youth camp July 30 through Aug. 1 Battling rainouts and 16-0 to slip into the loser’s Dobie varsity football through eighth grades as resents a great time for ble), shorts, T-shirt, etc. delays throughout a sog- bracket. head coach Kevin Ber- of the 2018-2019 school those in attendance to Water will be provided, gy Section III tournament, SBHLL bounced back neathy and his staff are year. learn the “way of doing but participants may also the Sagemont-Beverly with a 13-3 win over the near the conclusion of Participants will receive things” within the Dobie bring their own. Hills Little League’s ju- host Huffman team July the Longhorns’ annual instruction in all phases of football program. Cost of Parents must provide nior division all-star team 9, and then returned to the strength and conditioning the game, including pass- the camp is $40 per stu- medical insurance for was ultimately eliminated field shortly thereafter to program, which means ing, receiving, running dent and includes a camp their children as the Pasa- from the tournament. face Dickinson. the staff is ready to host the football, blocking, T-shirt, certificate of par- dena ISD does not provide The locals opened the In that elimination the 2018 Longhorn Youth tackling, pass defense, ticipation and possible such coverage for events double-elimination event game, Dickinson was able Camp July 30 through the kicking game, special camp awards. of this type. For addition- against a very tough West to come away with a 13-3 Aug. 1 at the school. teams responsibilities and Participants should al information, call Ber- University squad, losing victory. The youth camp is open more. wear proper attire, includ- neathy at 713-740-0370, to those entering the third The camp also rep- ing shoes (cleats if possi- ext. 04165. Brook’s Julks rolling at Astros’ Class A BC Corey Julks, a Clear Advanced Class A Buies doubles, two triples and a Julks has also stolen 10 Cosmetic, Implants and Brook High School gradu- Creek Astros team, where home run. bases with Buies Creek, General Dentistry ate and 2017 eighth-round he has played both in the He has driven in seven giving him 24 for the sea- Bring ad for free whitening after a draft choice of the Hous- outfield and as designated runs and come up with a son and helping his team new patient exam, xrays, and cleaning. ton Astros, has been on a hitter. walk-off hit for a win. to first place. 10950 Resource Parkway roll of late. Now through 20 games Suite C In June, Julks was with Buies Creek, Julks (Near Memorial Southeast Hospital) promoted to the Astros’ has batted .342 with seven Dr. Angel Román DIXIE DELI 281-481-0056 364A FM 1959 (between I-45 & Hwy 3) AILY PECIAL Green, ex-Dobie player 281-484-3083 D S – $4.99 re-signs with Rockets Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 6” PO-BOY, CHIPS & DRINK Gerald Green, who eyes of NBA scouts while Learn to Scuba Dive played for a brief time at on the travel circuit. At Dobie High School, has that time, the NBA still signed a one-year exten- allowed American high Lunch Menu sion with his hometown school players to make a TEXAS Monday - Friday Houston Rockets. direct jump to the profes- DIVE CENTER The small forward sional ranks, and Green 281-741-9949 www.txdivecenter.com 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. made the varsity boys’ did. basketball team at Dobie Originally the No. 18 364 FM 1959 Suite D, Houston, TX 77034 Dobie senior outside hitter Taylor Pleasants will begin the fourth and final sea- during his junior season overall selection in the (two blocks from Ellington Field) son of what has already been a brilliant varsity volleyball career Aug. 1, as the but eventually withdrew We Can Cater Your Special Event! Lady Longhorns begin workouts. She will do so as one of the top returning 2005 NBA draft by the players as she was named as a Preseason Player to Watch by the Greater Hous- from the school due to ac- Boston Celtics, Green has HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY 3-7 p.m. ton Volleyball Coaches Association. As a junior in 2017, Pleasants was named ademic issues. played for a host of teams USA KARATE the Offensive Player of the Year in District 22-6A. Clear Brook players Katlin He went on to play while carving out a career Newsome and Kennedy Crutchfield also made the prestigious list. See Dobie at the now defunct Gulf as a valued role player, SUMMER CAMP and Clear Brook schedules on Page 2B. Shores Academy in Hous- usually off the bench. SIGN UP NOW! ton, where he drew the Signed by Houston $130 WEEKLY FEE INCLUDES midway through last sea- • KARATE TRAINING $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ son, Green averaged 12.1 • FIELD TRIPS $ $ Brook’s Machado heads to UTSA points per game over 41 • LASER TAG COME LEARN: $ $ outings while providing a • IMAX • RESPECT shooting spark from dis- • PUTT-PUTT • FOCUS $ $ • BOWLING tance. • CONFIDENCE $ $ • SKATING • DISCIPLINE Green’s new deal • MOVIES • AND MORE $ $ calls for him to make the • WILD LIFE ZOO $ $ league minimum of $2.4 • FROZEN TREATS $ $ million over the course of • & MUCH MORE the 2018-2019 campaign. Call USA KARATE for details $ $ He is also credited with 11101 RESOURCE PARKWAY (Behind Sonic) $ $ extensive volunteer work $ Buying or Selling? $ after Hurricane Harvey. 281-484-9006 $ $ $ Do What Moves You. $ $ $ $ Over 3,000 Homes Sold! $ $ $ $ Sandra Yandell Laura Yandell $ $ Broker Associate THE SOLD TEAM Sales Associate $ $ $ "The Company You'll Keep" $ 281-464-SOLD (7653) $ Roy Shiflett Realtors $ $ $ $ 281-481-3733 $ $ $ $ $ $ BUYING or SELLING ? $ +SAGEMEADOW - Great 3-2.5-2 with game room or 4th bedroom! $ Brand new carpet, updates throughout, big covered patio! #PIK $ SOLD in 2 DAYS! $ $ +BELLAVITA - Stunning 4-3-2, island kitchen, updated, new roof in $ Celebrating $ 2016 over 2800 sq. ft., Looks likeSOLD! a model home! #SLV $ Receive Home $ +THE PRESERVE - Gorgeous 4-4-2, Media/Game room, 12 ft ceilings, $ Clear Brook Class of 2018 graduate Gavin Machado came up with a big 48 Years Inspection with $ chef’s kitchen, builder upgrades. #PEP $ offensive season after signing a letter of intent to continue his playing career Estimate of Value at the University of Texas at San Antonio. See more about Machado’s future of Serving $ +SAGEGLEN - Remodeled 4-2-2 one story, cul-de-sac. Looks Great! #SWD $ At No Charge "The Company You'll Keep" $ SOLD in 1 DAY! $ plans on Page 6B. Courtesy photo Our $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Robinson Fastpitch camp slated Community The Robinson Fastpitch ticipant and will include attend. Camp for youth softball instruction from coaches To register for the players is coming to the from such collegiate pro- camp, visit www.mcdon South Belt Girls Softball grams as UH-Victoria, aldclinics.com. For more We will SELL your home FAST! Association’s facility at Louisiana State, Cente- information, direct email El Franco Lee Park next nary, Sam Houston, Har- to camp director and Do- Neighbors Helping Neighbors! month. din-Simmons and more. bie High School graduate The camp will be held Players entering the Iver McDonald Robinson CALL TODAY! Friday, Aug. 10, from 8:30 seventh through 12th at [email protected]. a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost of the grades as of the 2018-2019 camp is $140 per par- school year are eligible to ASE Certified Mechanic On Duty Area girls’ softball LUBE • AUTO REPAIR CARWASH 11210 Scarsdale (Between I-45 & Beamer) sets fall ball sign up NOW HIRING CASHIERS & 281-484-5945 The South Belt Girls July 31, at $70 per play- CAR WASH PERSONNEL Softball Association is er. Regular registration is Mon. - Sat. 8am - 7pm, Sun. 9am - 5pm now offering online regis- Aug. 1 through Aug. 15, at tration for its fall ball sea- $75 per player. Now Offering A Full Line Of Exterior Washes “Wash & Go in under 5 min.” son. There are no fundraiser Players age 4 through fees, and additional sibling The Works Wheels $ Shine & $ $ $ 13 10 Express 6 16 as of Aug. 1, 2018, are discounts are available. Includes 20 & Tires Polish eligible to compete in the Visit www.southbeltsoft Includes “Express Exterior • Ocean LAVA Carnauba Wax Includes “Shine & Exterior” Plus • Wash league. Early registration ball.com for registration • Underbody Rinse Polish” Plus • Tri-Color Wax • High Velocity Drying is going on now through details. • Wheel Cleaning (By Hand) • Rain-Guard (In Tunnel) $ • Tire Shine (In Tunnel) • Wheel Cleaning • Clear Coat Protectant (In Tunnel) $ 50 • Clear Coat Protectant $ $ • Tire Shine (By Hand) 29 *Monthly 35 • Underbody Rinse 20 Clear Brook 7-on-7 • Hand Drying *Monthly *Monthly *Monthly makes final 32 field *MONTHLY UNLIMITED WASH PLANS (PER VEHICLE) Sweeping three teams Following a perfect 3-0 in pool play action, Clear run through pool play, the Full Service Oil Change $29.99 Brook advanced to the locals were defeated 40- - Includes our 16 point inspection - Oil Change (Up to 5 Quarts Conventional Oil) plus • Install New Oil Filter • Check & Fill Transmission Fluid • Check & Fill Windshield Washer • Check PCV Valve championship bracket at 32 by Georgetown in the • Complete Chassis Lube • Check Air Pressure in all Tires • Vacuum Interior • Check Radiator Overflow Reservoir the Adidas 7-on-7 State round of 32. College Sta- • Check Brake Fluid • Check Gear Boxes • Check Air Filter & Cabin Filter • Check Belts FREE Championships June 29- tion won the 2018 Divi- • Check & Fill Power Steering Fluid. • Check Battery Fluid • Check Breather Element • Check Wiper Blades 30 in College Station. sion I crown. Up to 5 Qts Conventional Motor Oil - 16 Point Check • With coupon. Not valid with any other offer or discount. Expires 7/31/18. Car Wash Page 2, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, July 12, 2018 Clear Brook Lady Wolverines Dobie tennis opens practice July 19; exes matches are Aug. 11 2018 Varsity Volleyball Schedule Date Opponent Time Aug. 3 Dobie, La Porte scrimm. noon Aug. 4 at Clear Falls scrimm. 9 a.m. Aug. 7 at Bridgeland 1 p.m. Aug. 9-11 at Pearland tourn. TBA Aug. 14 Houston Memorial 5:30 p.m. Aug. 17 at Summer Creek 6 p.m. Aug. 21 at Dulles 6:30 p.m. Aug. 24 Cypress Creek 6 p.m. Aug. 30 Clear Creek ISD tourn. TBA Aug. 31 at Deer Park 6:30 p.m. Sept. 1 Clear Creek ISD tourn. TBA Sept. 4 Ridge Point 6:30 p.m. Sept. 7 *at Clear Creek 6 p.m. Sept. 11 *Clear Falls 5:30 p.m. Sept. 14 *at Clear Springs 4 p.m. Sept. 21 *at Dickinson 4:30 p.m. Entering his 20th season at Dobie High School Former Dobie High School team tennis doubles part- Anyone who has played tennis at Dobie during head Sept. 25 *at Alvin 6 p.m. as varsity tennis coach and 35th overall in high ners Albert Luu (left) and Luis Cabreja could be among coach Manuel Moreno Jr.’s 19-plus seasons at the school tennis, Manuel Moreno will open presea- those in attendance as the Longhorns host their annual school are invited to compete. Direct email to More- Sept. 28 *Clear Lake 6 p.m. son workouts July 19 at the school. exes matches Saturday, Aug. 11, at the school’s courts. no at [email protected]. Oct. 2 *Clear Creek 6 p.m. Strike Force 10-under wins USSSA World Series championship Oct. 5 *at Clear Falls 6 p.m. Oct. 9 *Clear Springs 6:30 p.m. Oct. 12 at Pearland 4:15 p.m. Oct. 16 *Dickinson 6 p.m. Oct. 19 *Alvin 6 p.m. Oct. 23 *Clear Lake 6 p.m. * – District 24-6A matches Dobie Lady Longhorns 2018 Varsity Volleyball Schedule Date Opponent Time Aug. 3 at Clear Brook scrimm. noon Aug. 4 Tri-team scrimm. 9 a.m. Aug. 7 at Elkins 6 p.m. Aug. 10 Alvin 6 p.m. Aug. 14 at Baytown Sterling 6:30 p.m. Aug. 16 at Dickinson tourn. TBA Aug. 18 at Dickinson tourn. TBA Aug. 21 at Spring 5:30 p.m. Aug. 24 Dulles 6 p.m.

Aug. 28 *Summer Creek 6:30 p.m. The South Belt-based Houston Strike Force 10-under baseball team went un- (front row) Jayden Rios, Julian Carrillo, Donny Cantu, Jr., Isaiah Hinojosa, defeated at the United States Specialty Sports Association World Series June Ethan Perez, Carson Webb, Landon Babbitt, Grant Shepherd, Lalo Rivas, Aug. 30 at Santa Fe tourn. TBA 26-30, in Destin, Fla., dedicating the victory to one of their coaches, Eric Mi- Eric Michaud Jr., Kayson Aragon, (back row) coaches Donny Cantu, Jose chaud, who passed away in February. Members of the team are, left to right, Perez and Brandon Webb. Aug. 31 *at Pasadena 6:30 p.m. Sept. 1 at Santa Fe tourn. TBA 8U Kryptonite Sept. 4 *at Humble 6:30 p.m. takes third at La Porte Sept. 7 *at Kingwood 6:30 p.m. At right, representing the South Belt Girls’ Sept. 11 *Atascocita 6:30 p.m. Softball Association, the 8U Kryptonite Sept. 14 *at Rayburn 6:30 p.m. played in the TGA Smith Frenzy Tourna- Sept. 18 *South Houston 6:30 p.m. ment in La Porte June 30, eventually tak- ing third place in the Sept. 21 *at Memorial 4:30 p.m. event. Members of the team are, left to right, Sept. 25 Dickinson 6:30 p.m. (front row) Destiny Sidiropoulos, Gab- Sept. 28 *at Summer Creek 6:30 p.m. by Ramirez, Emma Parker, Madison Vil- Oct. 2 *Pasadena 6:30 p.m. latoro, Katie Salinas, Addisyn Castorena, Oct. 5 *Humble (at Phillips) 4:30 p.m. (middle row) Sasha Cepeda, Cecilia Velas- quez, Gisselle Morales, Oct. 9 *Kingwood 6:30 p.m. Alayna Rodriguez, Al- yssa Arredondo, Izel- Oct. 12 at Atascocita 6:30 p.m. liah Williams, (back row) coaches Alex La- Oct. 16 *Rayburn 6:30 p.m. camu, Jay Rodriguez and Justin Parker. Oct. 19 *at South Houston 6:30 p.m. Submitted photo Oct. 23 *Memorial 6:30 p.m. * – District 22-6A matches Thursday, July 12, 2018, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Sports camps, clinics, misc. Brook could enhance postseason odds in 24-6A In the July 5 issue, the Lake and Clear Springs in It will take a huge surprise turn to the postseason under Knights will again be skilled for other programs to reach Clear Brook, Dobie youth VB camps Leader examined some of the 22-6A. for Clear Springs and Dick- new head coach Lupe Flo- in 2018. the postseason, district or re- challenges facing not only As the varsity football inson not to advance to the rez? That very well could be Then there is Clear gional levels. Official preseason volleyball tryouts and workouts will come Dobie but the rest of the Pas- season nears, there is very lit- postseason, leaving Brook, the case. Like Clear Lake, the Springs and Clear Creek, Clear Brook has had a de- adena mix as the fall athletic tle doubt as to just who fi g- Creek, Falls, Lake and Alvin Wolverines will have fi rst- programs that have reached cades-long battle going with Wednesday, Aug. 1, with the regular season beginning Tuesday, Aug. season nears in the newly re- ures to lead the pack. to battle for the remaining year starters at several key the Region III Final Four in the likes of Clear Creek and 7. vamped District 22-6A. Clear Springs rolled to the two spots. offensive skill positions. the past. Clear Lake for a spot in the While the likes of District 24-6A champion- Clear Lake had its best But will the Wolverines’ Clear Brook, howev- playoffs. But with Friends- With that in mind, Clear Brook High School varsity volleyball head Atascocita, Summer Creek, ship a season ago and made season in several years in overall athleticism lead them er, could be that program to wood now back to 5A, the coach Meredith Thompson and Dobie varsity volleyball head coach Kingwood and Humble are its way to the title with a 6-1 2017 but now must replace to a race-changing win over make a big jump this season. Wolverines are a near-lock to Dawn Sexton are hosting youth camps just ahead of the start of the poised to cause a competitive mark. several top offensive pieces a Lake or a Creek, or even a Returnees Caitlin New- grab one of the four available boost in 22-6A, can the same The Chargers hammered who are now set to play col- Springs? Time will tell, and some and Kennedy Crutch- playoffs spots later this fall. preseason. be said for District 24-6A, Pearland in the bidistrict legiately. that time is inching closer. fi eld were named to the Clear Brook has been fair- At Clear Brook, Thompson and her staff will host incoming third- where Clear Brook resides? playoffs but then suffered Clear Creek will begin a How about the 24-6A vol- Houston Area Volleyball ly steady in cross-country through ninth-grade students (as of the 2018-2019 school year) July 23 The best answer? Proba- a similar fate in a huge ar- new era under fi rst-year head leyball ranks? Coaches Association’s Play- in recent seasons, and could bly not. While Pasadena ISD ea-round loss to North Shore. coach Dwayne Lane, who The exit of District 24-6A ers to Watch list. They could also be positioning itself to through July 26, at Lady Wolverines’ gym. leaders surely had to frown at This season, Clear Springs must also replace standout champion Friendswood will very well lead Brook back to challenge the likes of Clear Participants will gain instruction in all phases of the game, including the University Interscholastic is likely to go head-to-head quarterback Sam Matthews create an opening for a team the postseason. Lake, Clear Creek and oth- serving, setting, passing, digging, hitting and offensive and defensive League’s Feb. 1 realignment with Dickinson for the 24-6A and others. come playoff time. Alvin? Former Clear ers. that covers two school years, crown. What about Alvin, Clear But the facts are the facts. Brook star Suzy Boulavsky In summary, while Dobie strategies. Clear Creek ISD personnel As for Dickinson, the Ga- Brook or Clear Falls? District 24-6A has been the Buechele is in her fourth sea- and the rest of the Pasadena Those entering the third- through the fifth- grades will attend the may have likely been smil- tors overcame an 0-2 start to Alvin seemingly makes most competitive of its kind son with that program, and ISD ranks will surely need to ing. 24-6A action last season and strides but ultimately just in the Region III ranks for the Lady Yellowjackets have elevate their levels of play in first session from 8 to 9:30 a.m., and sixth- through eighth-grade be- The gist of the new-look went on to win their fi nal fi ve misses out on the postseason more than a decade, and it had some success under her some of the fall sports, there ginner-level players will attend from 8 to 10:30 a.m. 24-6A? Friendswood will regular season games. year after year. doesn’t fi gure to change any- leadership. are some increased opportu- Eighth- and ninth-grade advanced-level players will attend the camp drop back down to the Class In the postseason, Dickin- Falls, meanwhile, has had time soon. Other fall sports such as nities to reach the postseason 5A ranks as of 2018-2019, son pounded Alief Hastings its share of struggles in re- In 2017, Clear Falls cross-country and team ten- with Friendswood having from 10:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Pre-registration cost for third- through leaving only Alvin and Dick- in the fi rst round but then cent years, going 4-25 over reached the Region III nis? Again, the exit of Friend- moved to 5A. It all begins fifth-grade students is $80 if received by July 15 and $100 thereafter. inson to join Brook, Clear fell to Atascocita in the area the past three seasons. championship before losing swood from the 24-6A ranks soon, and the chips will fall The cost for the other two sessions is $100 if received by July 15 Creek, Clear Falls, Clear round. Is Brook ticketed for a re- to Seven Lakes. The Lady should increase the chances where they may. and $120 thereafter. Payment must be made by cash, cashier’s check or money order. No personal checks will be accepted. For any camp information, direct email to Thompson at mthomp1@ 2018 Pasadena ISD Varsity Football Schedule ccisd.net. Dobie Memorial Pasadena Rayburn S. Houston Sexton and her staff will host the Lady Longhorns’ 2018 volleyball camps for incoming fi fth- through 12th-graders as of the 2018-2019 at Santa Fe Kempner at Galena Park Goose Creek Memorial at Clear Falls school year. Friday, Aug. 31 Friday, Aug. 31 Friday, Aug. 31 Thursday, Aug. 30 Saturday, Sept. 1 Fifth- and sixth-grade students are invited to attend July 17-19, from Indian Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. GPISD Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Challenger Stadium, 6 p.m. 9 to 11 a.m. Cost is $40 per student, cash only. Seventh- and eighth- grade students are invited to attend July 17-19, from noon to 3 p.m. Cost is $45, cash only. at Bellaire at Dickinson at Chavez at Episcopal Goose Creek Memorial Sexton will then host 10th- through 12th-grade students July 24-26, Friday, Sept. 7 Friday, Sept. 7 Thursday, Sept. 6 Friday, Sept. 7 Friday, Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $45, cash only. Incoming freshmen will Butler Stadium, 7 p.m. attend from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Cost is $40, cash only. Vitanza Stadium, 7 p.m. Barnett Stadium, 7 p.m Candice Simmons Field, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Families are also required to provide participants’ medical insurance as the Pasadena ISD nor the Clear Creek ISD provide such coverage. Summer Creek Summer Creek South Houston at Humble Pasadena Thompson sets summer camp series Saturday, Sept. 22 Friday, Sept. 14 Thursday, Sept. 13 Thursday, Sept. 13 Thursday, Sept. 13 Veterans Stadium, 6 p.m Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 6 p.m. Turner Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 6 p.m. The Thompson Intermediate coaching staff has scheduled a va- riety of camps and fi tness activities aimed at keeping fi rst-year and returning Lion athletes active this summer. Parents must provide Pasadena Pasadena (HC) Memorial at Kingwood Humble medical insurance coverage as the Pasadena ISD does not do so for Saturday, Sept. 29 Friday, Sept. 21 Friday, Sept. 21 Friday, Sept. 21 Thursday, Sept. 20 these types of events. Veterans Stadium, 6 p.m Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Turner Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Basketball Camp – The Lions’ July 16-19 basketball camp for boys Humble (HC) and girls will include training in all phases of the game, including at Humble Dobie at Atascocita Kingwood (HC) Friday, Oct. 5 offensive and defensive alignments, conditioning, passing, drib- Thursday, Sept. 27 Saturday, Sept. 29 Friday, Sept. 28 Friday, Sept. 28 Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. bling, rebounding, shooting, etc. Registration is $25 cash only per Turner Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 6 p.m. Turner Stadium, 7 p.m. Challenger Stadium, 6 p.m. student. Camp hours are 9 to 11 a.m.

Kingwood Volleyball Camp – The Lady Lions’ July 31-Aug. 3 volleyball camp at Kingwood at Summer Creek South Houston (HC) Atascocita Friday, Oct. 12 for girls will include training in all phases of the game, including Thursday, Oct. 4 Friday, Oct. 5 Thursday, Oct. 11 Thursday, Oct. 4 Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. offensive and defensive alignments, conditioning, passing, hitting, Turner Stadium, 7 p.m. Turner Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. serving, blocking, etc. Registration is $25 cash only per student. Camp hours are 9 to 11 a.m. at Atascocita at Atascocita Humble (HC) Memorial Rayburn Saturday, Oct. 20 Strength/Conditioning Camp – The Lions’ July 23-26 strength and Saturday, Oct. 13 Thursday, Oct. 18 Friday, Oct. 19 Thursday, Oct. 11 Turner Stadium, 6 p.m. conditioning camp for boys and girls will include strength training, Turner Stadium, 6 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 6 p.m agility drills, tire work, stair climbing, ladder work, weight training, conditioning and more. Registration is $25 cash only per student. Rayburn Camp hours are 9 to 11 a.m. Rayburn Kingwood Dobie Memorial Friday, Oct 26 Football Camp – The Lions’ July 30-Aug. 2 football camp will in- Friday, Oct. 19 Thursday, Oct. 25 Friday, Oct. 26 Saturday, Oct. 27 Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. clude strength training as well as drills in all phases of the game, Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 6 p.m. including passing, receiving, ball carrying, tackling, defensive sec- ondary work and more. Registration is $25 cash only per student. South Houston South Houston Atascocita Summer Creek Dobie Camp hours are 9 to 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 2 Saturday, Oct. 27 Thursday, Nov. 1 Saturday, Nov. 3 Friday, Nov. 2 Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Aug. 10 – All football players, including incoming seventh-grade Challenger Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 1 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. students, will pick up their football practice gear and pay a one-time $65 participation fee. All volleyball players, including incoming Memorial Dobie Rayburn Pasadena at Summer Creek seventh-grade students, will pick up their practice gear and pay a Thursday, Nov. 8 one-time $45 participation fee. Eighth-grade pickup time is 10 a.m. Veterans Stadium, 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8 Friday, Nov. 9 Friday, Nov. 9 Friday, Nov. 9 to noon, with seventh-grade pickup time to follow from 1 to 3 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 6 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Veterans Stadium, 7 p.m. Turner Stadium, 7 p.m. (HC) Homecoming (HC) Homecoming (HC) Homecoming (HC) Homecoming (HC) Homecoming CALENDAR ✯✯✯✯✯✯✯

THURSDAY, JULY 12 7 p.m. SATURDAY, JULY 14 Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program, 7 a.m. Congregation Shaar Hashalom’s – Rabbi Stuart Fede- 7:30 a.m. Sundays, 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel at Life Church, 9900 AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through row hosts free discussions on Judaism and religion in Alcoholics Anonymous – “Breakfast with Bill”, Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 for details or to Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 general, open to the public, second Thursdays, at Vic- Saturdays, 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, RSVP for child care. Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference tor’s, 1425 NASA Pkwy., (next to “space” McDonald’s). 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, Cornell Conference 7 p.m. room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. This is the conservative synagogue in the Bay Area. For room. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA 9:30 a.m. details, contact the offi ce at 281-488-5861 or at csh@ 10 a.m. meets Sundays, 7 p.m., 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. For NASA Aglow Community Lighthouse – Second shaarhashalom.org. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, details, call 713-856-1611.. Thursday of the month, 9:30 a.m., Praise Chapel, 18516 Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. For informa- 8 p.m. Hwy. 3 in Webster. The public is welcome and encour- meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM-518), Pearland, tion, call 713-856-1611. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads aged to bring others. For details, call 281-910-1971. First Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, 11 a.m. UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 10 a.m. call 713-856-1611. Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281- Fun Bunch – for senior citizens, ages 55 and older, FRIDAY, JULY 13 women affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First 484-9243. meets the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at 7 a.m. United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., MONDAY, JULY 16 the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce, 10500 AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday Pasadena, Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281- 10 a.m. CLASSIFIEDS Scarsdale Blvd. For details, call Ronn Canon at 281-610- through Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 487-8787, or drop in. Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays, 10 - 11 a.m. Literature Reap the 8999 or the chamber at 281-481-5516. 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference 1 p.m. Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or just drop in. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and Street, Deer Park. Enter through back of church. Call Horn-of-Plenty, in jobs, Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club 10 a.m. Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 409-454-5720 for details, or drop in. homes, articles, autos, at 281-480-1911 or email at [email protected] for Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochsner@aol. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, business opportuni- details. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, com for details. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 11:30 a.m. 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email the direc- 8 p.m. 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email the direc- ties or anything in this ABWA - Southeast Express Network – American tor at [email protected] for details. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads tor at [email protected] for details. whole wide world Business Women’s Association-South meets the sec- Noon UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 10:30 a.m. you can imagine. ond Thursday, Spring Creek Barbeque, 9005 Broadway Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – West End Group, p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For details, call 281-484- Seniors and Law Enforcement Together – SALT (FM-518), Pearland. Lunch is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. noon, Shepherd of the Heart United Methodist Church, 9243. meetings are 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Madison Jobe Senior ($20). Includes networking with professional business 12005 County Rd. 39, Pearland. For details, call 713- SUNDAY, JULY 15 Center, 1700 East Thomas St., in Pasadena on the third CALL TODAY women and guest speaker. Women of all ages/occupa- 856-1611. 1 p.m. Monday. No December meeting. January meeting is on tions invited. Bring business cards. Reservations appre- 7 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and the second Monday. Meetings start timely and teach South ciated. Visit www.seen-abwa.org. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at seniors how to avoid identity theft, scams, fraud, etc. Noon open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. Call 713- 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochsner@aol. Police officers and sheriffs may be in attendance. Free. Belt-Ellington Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners 856-1611. com for details. Refreshments served. For details, call 713-477-0175. Group, noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call 8 p.m. 2 p.m. 11:30 a.m. Leader 713-856-1611. Serenity Now Al-Anon Group – meets at CrossRoads Grief Support Group – For adults who have lost a Overeaters Anonymous Deer Park – 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. UMC Fridays, 8 to 9 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. loved one. Meets Sundays, except Mother’s Day, Easter 12:30 p.m. Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship 11555 Pearland Area Republican’s Club – meets monthly on Family members and friends of problem drinkers/ and Christmas, 2 to 3:15 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1202 East P Street, Deer Park. Enter through Beamer Road the second Thursday (except December, June and July) at addicts share, learn Al-Anon principles, that they are Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena. For details, Fellowship Hall in back of church. Call 409-454-5720 for the Pearland Church of Christ Annex, 2217 N. Grand Blvd., not alone, and discover choices available. For details, call 281-487-8787. details, or drop in. Pearland. For details, call Gary at 281-993-8335. call 281-484-9243. 5:30 p.m. Continued on Page 4B 281-481-5656 Page 4, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, July 12, 2018

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We are seeking local volunteers to join our active Volunteer Fire and EMS De- Continued from Page 3B to 8 p.m. in the lobby of the Clear Lake Regional Breast Diagnostic MONDAY, JULY 16 Center, 200 Medical Center Blvd., Suite 106, Webster. For details, call partment. If you are over 18 and can pass a background check and driving re- Noon 281-526-6840. cord check, we encourage you to come join us any Thursday evening at 7PM Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, 7 p.m. 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call 713-856-1611. Houston Skyscraper Shadows Civic Club – meets the third Tuesday at our #1 Fire Station at 10510 Scarsdale Blvd. If you have no, or very limited 2 p.m. of the month at 7 p.m. at 7900 Fuqua (inside Covenant of Faith United Genealogy Group – The Parker Williams Genealogy group meets Methodist Church). There is no meeting in December. For details, con- training, we will provide all the training and protective gear upon acceptance. If from 2 - 4 p.m. on the fi rst and third Mondays at the Parker Williams Li- tact [email protected] or call 713-332-6294. you have any previous fi re or EMS training, (Fire Department, Forest Service, brary, Beamer at Scarsdale. The public is invited to attend. For details, Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open meeting, email Liz Hicks at [email protected]. 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian Military, etc), we can accept those training hours also. You can visit our web- 3:15 p.m. Church-youth bldg. For information, call 713-856-1611. Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech ther- Positive Interaction Program – meets the third Tuesday, 7 p.m., at site: www.southeastvfd.com to learn more, download an application package apy for adults with Parkinson’s, 3:15 – 4:45 p.m., Clear Lake Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital, 11800 Astoria, first floor staff and see some of the activities that we participate in yearly. Please come to one Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit meeting room. PIP is police and citizens working together making www.hapsonline.org for details. neighborhoods safer. Bring a friend. For information, call Officer Richard of our meetings to meet your fellow volunteers and join us in this very impor- 6 p.m. Buitron at 281-218-3900. New Directions Singles – Age 50 and older meets the first and third WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 tant and worthwhile activity. Become a valued and needed part of our growing Mondays for a potluck dinner with activities and/or guest speakers at 7 a.m. community where Neighbors Help Neighbors! Your community needs you! Webster Presbyterian Church, 201 W. NASA Pkwy. For details, call AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., Margarita at 832-715-9658. First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Scrabble Club #511 – Meets Monday at IHOP, 11222 Fuqua. Come, Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. improve crossword playing skills. Call 281-488-2923 for details. 9:30 a.m. Pearland Overeaters Anonymous HOW Meeting – Mondays at St. Carmeliters – a nondenominational senior citizen social group that Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2535 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland. meets at 15500 El Camino Real in Clear Lake on the fi rst and third Enter door next to recycling bins. For details, call 713-865-3668 or visit Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. for a time fi lled with fun, fellowship, lending Support Leader Advertisers www.oahouston.org. library, coffee and bingo. The meetings are open to anyone age 50 or 7 p.m. older and there are no dues. Day trips and extended trips are avail- Survivors of Suicide Support Group – gives coping skills in a non- able. Deposits are being taken on the Nashville Show trip (Nov. 25 – threatening environment to adults who have lost a loved one to sui- Dec. 1) and the Classic Danube River Cruise with Oberammergau cide. For details email [email protected] or visit www.crisisho Passion Play (June 7 – 16, 2020.) Plan ahead to join the trips. For Looking tline.org or call 832-416-1177. more information, call Marilyn at 713-947-2388. South Belt-Ellington Leader Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open meeting, 9:30 a.m. to sell 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian The Community Club – meets monthly on the third Wednesday at Church-youth bldg. For information, call 713-856-1611. Golden Corral, 4021 Spencer Hwy., in Pasadena. Social time is 9:30 Deadline: or lease 7:30 p.m. a.m.; meeting is at 10 a.m. The club is a charitable organization of wom- Leader Reader Ads The Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Society – Meets the third Monday en helping the Salvation Army feed and care for homebound elderly/ Personal: Noon Tuesday your home? at Clear Lake Park Bldg., 5001 NASA Pkwy., Seabrook. Presenters disabled people, children and the homeless, providing scholarships for explore topics such as fossils, planetary geology, mineralogy, lapidary, Bridge Over Troubled Water clients. Day trips may be scheduled, fol- 25 Words - $8 • 3 Weeks $21 Ads Are Not Taken Let us jewelry making, fossil and mineral collecting. Field trips to Texas col- lowed by a guest speaker/program with fellowship and lunch. New mem- Over The Phone lecting sites and surrounding states. Interested persons welcome. bers and guests are invited. For details, email [email protected]. Business: Door prizes. Free parking. For details, visit www.clgms.org. 10 a.m. 25 Words - $10 • 3 Weeks $27 help you! 7:30 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 no changes, no refunds Congregation Shaar Hashalom – Israeli Folk Dancing on Monday, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., 16020 El Camino Real, 77062. $4/session or $35/10 or email the director at [email protected] for details. Place an sessions for CSH members and $5/session or $45/10 sessions for 11:30 a.m. ad in the nonmembers. Everyone is welcome. For details, contact 281-488- Houston Hobby Airport Lions Club – meets monthly, first and third ______5861 or [email protected]. Wednesdays, Golden Corral, 4021 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena. South Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Saint Luke’s Group, 12 Step December may be an exception. For information, call Monica Montoya ______Recovery, open meeting Mondays, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Education at 281-794-5531. Belt- Bldg., 11011 Hall Rd., 77089. For details, call Russell at 832-483- Noon 6715. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, ______Ellington TUESDAY, JULY 17 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call 713-856-1611. Leader's 7 a.m. 1 - 3:30 p.m. ______AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., Hometown Heroes Park – has free Hump Day Dance to practice weekly First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in ballroom dance (not formal lessons) 1 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 1001 Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. E. League City Pkwy. League City nonresidents must purchase activ- Real Estate 9:30 a.m. ity card (see Tuesday 12:30 p.m. dance for details). Help is available Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include dioramas, to assist learning dance moves. For details, call Neva Schroder Make checks payable to: section! a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office and an old-time kitchen. Tuesday at 417-838-2204. through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 204 S. Main, Pasadena. For 7 p.m. 11555 details, call 713-472-0565. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open meeting, South Belt-Ellington Leader 10 a.m. 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian Beamer Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m., Church-youth bldg. For information, call 713-856-1611. 11555 Beamer Road, Houston, TX 77089 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email the Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention – Call 281-286-2525 (24- 281- director at [email protected] for details. hour crisis hotline) for confidential domestic violence/sexual abuse sup- Noon port for women. Visit www.bayareaturningpoint.org for details. After Hours: Use mail slot in 481-5656 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, 2245 8 p.m. front of building facing Beamer. 281-481-5656 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call 713-856-1611. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on Noon Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., Golfcrest Blvd. For details, call 281-484-9243. Country Club, 2509 Country Club Dr., Pearland. Lunch is $15. Variety THURSDAY, JULY 19 of interesting speakers. For details, call 281-900-7257. Email nalix@ 7 a.m. texascitizensbank.com. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., 1 – 2 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Need Help Finding Your Free dance lessons – taught by Lewis and Betty Whistler (35 years Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. experience teaching dance) at Hometown Heroes Park, 1001 E 10 a.m. League City Parkway, on Tuesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. Bringing a partner Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Thursday, 10 is helpful but is not required. All ages are welcome. Each month, fea- a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email Dream Home? tures a different focus. In July, basic Cha-Cha lessons are taught. For the director at [email protected] for details. questions about this class or other lessons they teach, call Betty Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, at 832-517-5833. For questions about League City’s activity card 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call 713-856-1611. requirements, call the park offi ce at 281-554-1180. League City Parks 6 p.m. Dept. requires an activity card for all participation of activities. Texas German Society, South Belt (SE) Chapter – A social group Seniors (age 55 and older) get a free “full activity card.” Nonresident focused on the culture, music, heritage and language of Texas seniors pay $25 a year for this full activity card. If under age 55, there German immigrants. Meets the third Thursday, monthly, 6 p.m., is a “special limited to ballroom activity card” (residents pay $25/ Fellowship Hall of Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 10310 Scarsdale Let the Leader year, nonresidents pay $37.50) to enjoy “daytime” ballroom activities. Blvd. Visitors welcome. Email [email protected] for details. 1:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – #1530 meets at the Sagemont Harris County Master Gardeners – presents Raised Beds on Classifi eds Park Community Center, 11507 Hughes Rd., For information, call Thursday, July 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the Freeman Branch Library, 16616 Jeanette Sumrall at 713-946-3713. Diana Lane. This is a free Harris County Master Gardener event. For 2 p.m. details, visit https://hcmga.tamu.edu/Public/pubGreenThumb.aspx or The National Active and Retired Federal Employees – NARFE call 713-274-0950. Be Your Chapter 941 meets the third Tuesday, El Franco Lee Park Community 7 p.m. Center, 9500 Hall Rd. Visitors welcome. For details, call Roy at 713-734- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open meeting, 7 1461 or EFL Center at 281-464-9708. No meeting in Aug. p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian Clear Lake Bridge Club Lab Class – Tuesday, 2 p.m., 16614 Sea Church (youth building). For details, call 713-856-1611. Guide! Lark, 77062. For details/classes, contact Dr. Glandorf at drglandorf@ 7:30 p.m. sbcglobal.net or 281-488-6318. The Bay Area Writers’ League – Meets the first and third Thursdays 6:30 p.m. monthly to improve writing skills, Barnes and Noble, 1029 W. Bay Breast Cancer Support Group – Meets on the third Tuesday from 6:30 Area Blvd., 7:30 p.m. Newcomers welcome. Thursday, July 12, 2018, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 5

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By John Bechtle wouldn’t change a thing. guys are my brothers, and Friendswood and Dick- I achieved two of those.” that Machado de-comit. like it defi nitely took a lot Coaches Association se- a senior coming back. Sports Editor “Even with our record, I hope all of us remain inson, Machado hit bet- The secret to Macha- After a visit to UTSA, of pressure off my shoul- nior all-star game, but rain “But my goal is to start Undeterred by his I think you learn some friends for a long time.” ter than .450 for the sea- do’s success, when he was Machado said he knew he ders for this season. It’s forced its cancellation. Or- as a freshman. All players team’s seemingly end- life lessons through that,” It’s that type of attitude son and swatted six home clearly the Wolverines’ wanted to be a Roadrun- just baseball. Go out there ganizers have since elect- want in the game of base- less string of poor luck Machado said. that very well could lend runs. biggest offensive threat? ner. and play hard, and let the ed to not reschedule the ball is a chance to per- throughout the 2018 var- “We were out there bat- Machado well as he moves “I hurt myself and As a catcher defensively, “San Antonio is a big results play out. You have event. form. sity baseball season, Clear tling every day. We beat on to UTSA and, perhaps, looked at my stats before he had a few ideas. city a little bit like Hous- nothing to lose if you just “I’m disappointed we “At Brook, I tried to Brook senior Gavin Mach- Clear Springs once in dis- professional baseball one those last four games,” “I was looking for the ton, and I just felt right go out there and battle. didn’t get to play the all- make sure my teammates ado went out and delivered trict play, and they went day. Machado joked. “I told fastball middle away (out- there,” he said. “I had That’s all you can do in star game,” Machado said. stayed positive no matter one of the best overall of- four rounds deep in the There’s no denying myself I wasn’t going to side) and pretty much try- some other schools look- baseball.” “I was looking forward what the situation was. fensive seasons across the playoffs. Machado’s talent. The 24- do that. But I set goals for ing to leave everything ing at me, both Division So now Machado is to testing my skills against Negativity is poison and Houston area. “Even though the wins 6A all district fi rst team myself. else alone,” Machado said. I’s and some of the top mere weeks away from the best of the best. But contagious in the dugout. Even now, the Univer- didn’t show through, it’s catcher hit better than .600 “I wanted to hit at least “If a pitcher threw a cur- JUCO programs. leaving for college. He I’ll get that chance at Positivity is something sity of Texas at San Anto- probably the best group of until the fi nal four games .450, I wanted to get fi rst veball inside or went down “The coaching staff is was supposed to represent UTSA. They have a solid we can feed off. I’m go- nio signee says that aside teammates I’ve ever been of the season. team all district and fi rst out of the strike zone, I did great at UTSA. It felt like Clear Brook once more at JUCO catcher coming in ing to carry that with me from the Wolverines’ sin- a part of. There was never Despite a bit of a down- team All-Greater Houston. my best to lay off. the place for me. I feel the Houston Area Baseball from McLennan, and also to UTSA.” gle-digit win status, he a dull day out there. Those turn in four games against “Being a catcher, I At left, Gavin Macha- know how many times do told the Leader his I’ve called for a pitcher to role as a catcher has throw a fastball away, and allowed him to un- if that pitcher misses and derstand the game of throws it over the heart of baseball better and the plate, you have a good give him a great feel pitch to hit. for the fl ow of action. “That was my focus for He hopes to step in be- pretty much all season. I hind the plate as soon just tried to go up think- as possible at UT-San ing that the only way a Antonio after signing pitcher was going to win a letter of intent ear- a plate appearance against lier this school year to me was if I beat myself. I join the Roadrunner tried not to chase the ball program. A three-year and swing at strikes.” varsity performer at Machado also credited Clear Brook, Machado local hitting instructor and saved his best for last former Houston Astros as a six home run-sea- player Willie Ansley for son helped land him helping refi ne his stroke District 24-6A fi rst and approach at the plate, team honors and an in- things the two have been vitation to play in the working on for the past Houston Area Baseball eight years or so. Coaches Association’s It certainly paid off for senior all-star game. Machado, who has been Machado said he orig- one of the Wolverines’ inally planned to study top performers over the engineering but is con- past three years after over- sidering a move toward coming elbow issues as a a business degree. freshman. Now, he’s ready to take his game to the next level. Though he had previously Clear Brook senior catcher Gavin Machado (13) put hunted fastballs on the outer portion of the plate, agreed to play at UT-Rio together a big-time offensive season, smacking six believing that was the plan of attack from many op- Grande Valley, a coaching home runs and hitting better than .600 overall un- posing pitchers. Submitted photos change there necessitated til the season’s fi nal few games. The key? Machado

A terrifi c all-around senior season, including hitting well above .450 for the campaign and playing solid defense, allowed Clear Brook senior Gavin Mach- ado to be named the 24-6A fi rst team all district catcher. Led Texas to CWS Pierce, former JFD baseball leader, lands Baseball America honor at UT Baseball America has school level, Pierce went on season with Pierce calling the named former Dobie varsi- to enjoy success both as a shots. ty baseball head coach and collegiate head coach and as- What a big summer it has current University of Texas sistant coach before landing been for former Dobie base- head coach David Pierce as in Austin. ball players and coaches, its College Coach of the Year. Pierce was honored as the with Pierce included. Pierce, in just his sec- Big XII Coach of the Year In June, Dobie graduate ond season in Austin, led the this spring after the Long- Corey Cephus, the varsity Longhorns to the College horns captured its fi rst con- baseball coach at Cypress World Series, where they ference title since 2011. Ranch, helped his team to the posted a 1-2 record after three The Longhorns eventually Region III championship be- hard-fought games. battled their way back from fore a loss in the state semifi - From 1996 through 2001, possible elimination, beat- nals. Pierce was the varsity base- ing Tennessee Tech twice to Also, Dobie graduate ball head coach at Dobie reach the College World Se- Shaun Stanton, a varsity High School. ries for the fi rst time since baseball assistant coach at Having gotten Dobie to 2014. Class 5A Prosper, watched as three Region III semifi nals Overall, the Longhorns his team made its way to the during his time at the high posted a 42-23 record this regional fi nals.