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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thanksgiving Day 2017 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 42, No. 43 Holiday closings set South Belt-Ellington Leader The Leader office will be closed through Stuchbery celebrates 50th anniversary Friday, Nov. 24, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Clear Brook City MUD The Clear Brook City MUD office will be This year marks the 50th anniversary of E. Stuchbery, longtime educator and fi rst musi- In 1972, Stuchbery became so crowded it was school in the district with an enrollment of more closed Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, Nov. Stuchbery Elementary. cal director in the Pasadena Independent School necessary to send the fi fth-grade class to the ad- than 1,000. This included the transfer of students 24, in observance of Thanksgiving. The office Opened in the fall of 1967, Stuchbery was the District. jacent Thompson Intermediate. The arrangement from Scarsdale, who had previously attended will re-open on Monday, Nov. 27, at 8 a.m. fi rst elementary school to be located in the new The school opened with 375 students, and remained in place until the nearby Frazier Ele- Meador Elementary. Payments may be left in the drop box located subdivision of Sagemont. Miles C. Bozarth was named the campus’s fi rst mentary opened in 1975. Overcrowding at the campus was alleviat- on the drive-thru window side of the building. The campus was named in honor of James principal. That same year, Stuchbery became the largest ed in the fall of 1977 when Burnett Elementary Residents who receive Friday trash service opened in the Scarsdale subdivision. will have regular services Nov. 24. All trash The fi rst winter carnival in PISD was held at must be at curbside no later than 7 a.m. Stuchbery in February 1968, and the school’s Moore Elementary celebrates Thanksgiving PTA. purchased playground equipment with the profi ts from the event. City holiday trash schedule As the area grew, so did the traffi c problems. Residents living in the city will not have The PTA. was responsible for sponsoring vol- trash pickup Thanksgiving Day. Thursday unteer mothers to serve as patrol offi cers. The collections will be rescheduled for Friday, mothers were trained and deputized by Harris Nov. 24, while Friday pickups will be resched- County. uled for Saturday, Nov. 25. Through it all, Stuchbery has remained a resil- ient part of the South Belt community. “We are Stuchbery strong, and we are 50 years Gulf Freeway closures set strong in the community,” said current Stuchbery At least one northbound and one south- Principal Jose Hernandez. bound main lane and frontage road lane on the The school will recognize its 50th anniversa- Gulf Freeway from FM-528/NASA Road 1 to ry with a celebration Wednesday, Nov. 29, in the Fuqua will be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. school cafeteria from 6 to 8 p.m. through Friday, Dec. 8. Alternate entrance and One of the highlights of the event will be the exit ramps will be closed. dedication of a wing at the campus in honor of At least two northbound and two southbound former kindergarten teacher, Shirleene Lipsey, main lanes and frontage road lanes on the Gulf who recently passed away. Lipsey was one of the Freeway from FM-528/NASA Road 1 to Fuqua longest-tenured teachers at Stuchbery, having will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. worked at the school for more than 30 years until through Friday, Dec. 8. Alternate entrance/exit her retirement at age 83. ramps will be closed. The celebration, will also include refresh- At least one northbound and one southbound ments, a gallery walk, music and student perfor- main lane and frontage road lane on the Gulf Moore Elementary recently celebrated Thanksgiving before taking Alan Figueroa, (standing) Travis Tran, Natalie Dent, Evany Garcia, mances honoring the school’s fi rst 50 years. All Freeway from FM-528/NASA Road 1 to SH a week off for the holidays. Shown above at the celebration are, left Maddox Martinez, Jacob Gonzales, Ethan Vega, Jayden Rice, Brody alumni and current and former staff are invited to 96/League City Parkway will be closed nightly to right, (sitting) Carolina Penado, Ernesto Davalos, Brianna Bus- Clouse, Samuel Barahona, Jesse Martinez, Ava Soloya, Nyla Rich- attend. from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Dec. 31. Alternate tos, Jader Portillo, Kelly Alfaro, Camila Salomon, Hiba Mateen, ardson, Jordan Garcia and Bjork Klimowicz. See additional photos For additional information, call 713-740- entrance and exit ramps will be closed. Karen Stewart, Trinity Woomer, Edy Gutierrez, Martin Antonio, on this page and Page 6A. Photo submitted 0752. The closures are associated with an ongo- ing construction project to widen the freeway from three to fi ve lanes in each direction and the frontage roads from two to three lanes in Mayor responds to insufficient federal Harvey relief assistance each direction. On Friday, Nov. 17, the White House sent “Houston, the region’s economic engine, suf- ment before it gets to cities. This approach will – seniors, children and everyone in between – Cabrini women sell cookies Congress a $44 billion disaster request, falling fered more rain in a short period than any other cause inexcusable delays, and create bureaucrat- with housing, food, and other essentials. The The Women’s Club of St. Frances Cabrini far short of the aid offi cials in Texas, Florida U.S. city in history, yet is being funded by Wash- ic barriers, for getting the funds to Houston. role of the federal government is crucial, howev- will hold its Cookie Walk on Sunday, Dec. 3, and Puerto Rico had originally sought to recover ington at a level below areas hit by hurricanes “City government and local nonprofi ts are do- er, and a mere trickle of money won’t be enough from 8 a.m. to noon in Francesca Hall, 10727 from hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. Katrina (New Orleans), Sandy (Eastern Sea- ing what they can to address the damage and aid to help Houston heal from a deluge. Hartsook. A large assortment of homemade Gov. Greg Abbott had initially requested $61 board) and Maria (Puerto Rico). the many Houstonians still in need of assistance “Houston, we are on our own.” holiday cookies will be sold by the pound. billion in aid for Texas alone. “Our city, it seems, is being punished for its Come early for the best selection. While administration offi cials said they plan effi cient Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts and to provide additional relief funds in the coming its decision to work, not whine, for its fair share Heavy trash pickup resumes for many Sageglen to meet Nov. 27 months as costs are evaluated, several elected of- of public money that residents of the region have fi cials in the state have spoken out against what paid into the U.S. Treasury. While normal heavy trash service has not re- The change in companies is intended to im- The Sageglen Community Association will they see as an insuffi cient federal response. “One of several bitterly disappointing parts sumed for residents living in the city limits fol- prove the reliability of the district’s waste col- hold its meeting Monday, Nov. 27, at the com- Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner released the of today’s appropriations announcement is the lowing Hurricane Harvey, it has for residents liv- lection, according to Kirkmont MUD Manager munity building at 11610 Sageyork at 7 p.m. following statement: absence of funds to help stop preventable fl ood- ing in unincorporated parts of Harris County. Linda Arnone. “Today’s decision by the federal government ing from the next epic storm, which will surely Residents living in the Clear Brook City Mu- At press time, City of Houston offi cials said it Kirkmont I to meet to drastically underfund Houston’s fl ood recov- come. nicipal Utility District have had their heavy trash remained unclear when the city’s normal heavy pickup service resumed on every Thursday, ex- trash collection service would resume, as crews The Kirkmont I HOA will hold its board ery and fl ood prevention effort is a formula for “Another serious letdown is the decision to future failure. send federal grant money through state govern- cluding Thanksgiving. are still focusing their efforts on storm debris re- meeting Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 7:30 p.m. at According to Clear Brook City MUD Gener- moval. Recycling service, however, has resumed. the MUD Building, 10102 Blackhawk. Home- al Manager of Administration Cecelia Ganje, the Storm debris owners and interested candidates for the De- heavy trash must be clearly separated from storm Storm debris collection has concluded for cember elections may attend. The nominating Turner to speak at SJC graduation and construction debris or it will not be collect- residents living in the Clear Brook City MUD, committee will consider individuals for nom- ed. which used a private contractor to do the work. ination as a candidate for the board of direc- Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will deliver mayor’s other priorities include implementation the keynote address at the San Jacinto College of a six point holistic plan for addressing home- For residents living in the Sagemeadow Mu- According to Ganje, the district’s third and fi - tors. Submit name, address, telephone and nicipal Utility District, heavy trash pickup ser- nal collection pass took place Wednesday, Oct. email address with a brief resume indicating commencement ceremonies on Sunday, Dec. lessness and new programs to reduce fl ooding 17. and improve drainage. vice has resumed on every Friday. 18. Any remaining storm debris is the responsi- education, qualifying experience and objec- Residents living in the Kirkmont Municipal bility of the resident. tives to improve Kirkmont Section I. Elections “We are thrilled to have Mayor Turner speak Prior to his election as mayor, Turner served to our graduates,” said San Jacinto College for 27 years in the Texas House of Representa- Utility District have had their heavy trash pickup All residents living in the Sagemeadow MUD will take place Dec. 13. Submit resumes to: service resumed on every Thursday. have had at least one storm debris collection [email protected]. Chancellor, Dr. Brenda Hellyer. “Mayor Turner tives, serving District 139. Turner is a lifelong is a respected leader who has a passion for all resident of Houston and still lives in the Acres Kirkmont residents should also be aware that pass, according to board member Glenn Wil- Highland Meadow parade things Houston, including education. I think our Homes community where he grew up with his their trash service days will change beginning liams. Collection work is ongoing. graduates and guests will relate to his message, eight siblings. He is a graduate of the University Friday, Dec. 1, when the district switches col- Nearly all residents living in the Kirkmont The Highland Meadow Christmas Light Pa- and I look forward to welcoming him to our cer- of Houston and holds a law degree from Harvard lection companies. Collection dates will change MUD have had at least two collection passes, rade is set for Sunday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m. First-, emony.” University. He began his law practice at Ful- from Mondays and Thursdays to Wednesdays Arnone said. Storm debris pickup is continuing. second- and third-place prizes will be awarded Mayor Turner was elected in 2015 and is serv- bright & Jaworski L.L.P., and later founded the and Saturdays. When the change goes into ef- Residents living in the Houston city limits for the best entries in adult and children cate- ing his fi rst four-year term as Houston’s 62nd Barnes & Turner Law Firm. fect, residents may leave heavy trash out on ei- have had at least one collection pass. Work is on- gories. For information, contact Rudy Alafa at mayor. He has brought a performance-driven ap- Turner is the proud father of his daughter, ther Wednesday or Saturday. going. 281-415-8003 or [email protected]. proach to the mayor’s offi ce that is creating more Ashley Turner, who is continuing the family tra- responsive, streamlined and effi cient delivery of dition of public service in the health care fi eld. Melillo jog planned city services. The San Jacinto College commence- The Melillo Middle School will hold its A signature program of Turner’s adminis- ment ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. at Min- Moore students give thanks fourth annual Jingle Bell Jog on Saturday, tration is the Complete Communities initiative, ute Maid Park. More information about the Dec. 2. This is a community event aimed at which aims to improve quality of life for resi- San Jacinto College commencement cere- helping local families for the holidays. All dents in areas that are not thriving at a level en- mony can be found at sanjac.edu/commence participants are asked to bring two nonperish- joyed by other Houston neighborhoods. The ment-ceremony. able food items or one new unwrapped toy. All of the food and toy donations collected will go directly to the Leader’s annual Christmas drive. Holiday dress is recommended, and the Precinct 1 to expand park access best youth and adult costumes will be awarded Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis on peratures. a prize. There will also be prizes for the fi rst- Monday announced the Park-Smart Precinct One “I’ve toured Precinct One and our parks and place boy and girl joggers. The Melillo Band project, a unique plan to advance equitable ac- trails by bike, car and foot – before and after will perform, and there will be a drawing for cess to quality parks and green spaces to improve Harvey. As a result, I’ve gained a unique per- a free turkey. Registration is at 8 a.m., and the community health and well-being, build social spective on the importance of creating equitable jog will begin at 8:30 a.m. For more informa- connections and resilience, and expand environ- access to quality parks and green spaces for all tion, contact Kelly Jurek at 713-740-5260. mental safeguards after Hurricane Harvey. people and communities in Precinct One,” Ellis The Park-Smart Precinct One project will as- said. Dobie orchestra to perform sess existing parks and trails, identify key barri- “Parks should not be considered amenities, The Dobie High School Orchestra freshmen ers to using them, and pinpoint green-space gaps. they’re necessary. Parks connect our communi- Christmas concert will be held on Tuesday, Team members will cultivate deep, diverse com- ties, support healthy lifestyles, and provide green Nov. 28, at 7 p.m. The Dobie Orchestra up- munity engagement to create a community-based spaces with both environmental and cultural perclassmen concert will be held on Thursday vision for increasing access to parks and trails, benefi ts,” Commissioner Ellis said. “Park-Smart Nov. 30, at 7 p.m. All concerts will be held in and they will use sophisticated Geographic In- will bring to life opportunities and ideas that will the Dobie High School Auditorium. All con- formation System (GIS) modeling to identify the enhance the lives of our neighborhoods, friends, certs are free and open to the public. most effective places to invest in parks and green and families for years to come. I also hope we infrastructure, particularly in vulnerable and un- will inspire others to take on similar efforts to Beltway 8 closures set derserved areas. improve park and trail equity.” At least one inside lane on the westbound High-quality green spaces such as parks, gar- Park-Smart Precinct One is a collaboration of frontage road of Beltway 8 will be closed from dens, and trails can improve residents’ quality of Harris County Precinct One, The Trust for Public Beamer to Blackhawk continuously through 3 life by offering a fun and safe outdoor experi- Land and the Houston Parks Board, and is par- ence, increasing community cohesion, providing tially funded by a generous grant from the Hous- p.m. Friday, Dec. 8. The closures are associat- Moore students Clarisa Mendez (left) and Angellie Mendez are shown above enjoying a ed with the ongoing project to widen Beltway mental and physical health benefi ts, improving ton Endowment. It will build on existing green local air and water quality, and mitigating cli- infrastructure efforts by Precinct One and oth- special Thanksgiving lunch at the area elementary school before taking a week off for the 8 from Beamer to Highway 288 from two to holidays. See additional photos on this page and Page 6A. Photo submitted four lanes in each direction. mate impacts such as fl ooding and rising tem- Continued on Page 6A Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thanksgiving Day 2017 In My Opinion Elected offi cials share their words Deaths Muecke addresses plans by not contributing enough to fund Rep. Alvarado thanks Rep. Green the benefi ts they have promised. ardson, Christopher Richard- org or to the American Di- It is important to note that both the Fed- I would like to thank Con- have been humbled by the en- oning women's reproductive Priscilla Standley Mayor, City Council son, Meagan Richardson, Mi- abetes Foundation, 2451 eral government and the State dramati- gressman Gene Green, his couragement I have received health, the Affordable Care chael Richardson and wife Crystal Drive, Suite 900 Ar- Saturday was Nov. 11, 2017, the day cally understate their liabilities associated wife Helen and their family from countless friends and Act and access to health care. Richardson Madyson, Amber Jobe and lington, VA 22202 or https:// that our Federal Government set aside to with future retirement payments. A recent for their service and commit- supporters to seek the Demo- In addition, attainable higher husband Kris and James Jobe. donations.diabetes.org/ for honor all veterans that served in the U. S. Moody’s report has calculated that the ment to the people of the 29th cratic Party nomination for the education, and the creation of The funeral service was information. military and many that made the ultimate State’s true pension liability is over $100 Congressional District for the 29th Congressional District. good paying jobs. I will con- held Tuesday, Nov. 21, in the sacrifi ce. Just two weeks ago the city hon- billion and, of course, the Federal govern- past 24 years. I had the priv- I am fully prepared to fi ght tinue to visit with key stake- chapel of Grand View Funer- ored the Astro Baseball World Champions ment has never included a realistic esti- ilege of working for him and for all the people of the 29th holders in our community and al Home, 8501 Spencer Hwy., Jany Miller with one of the biggest parades that Hous- mate of the future cost of Social Security or more importantly took tre- Congressional District on is- will be making an announce- under the direction of Forest Reeves ton has ever held. And that was fi ne, this Medicare in its accounting. mendous pride in having him sues like DACA, immigra- ment on my candidacy in the Park East in Webster. Inter- was a major achievement for a Houston Please do not misunderstand. I am not a as a friend and mentor. tion reform and protecting our coming days. ment followed at Forest Park sports team and brought attention to the debt-phobe. Every businessperson knows Over the past 24 hours, I Dreamers; as well as champi- Rep. Carol Alvarado East Cemetery in Webster. City of Houston after what we experienced that there is a time and place to use debt. The family expresses ap- during the major fl ooding. Some of you will recall that during the 2015 Congressmen comment on OMB preciation to Visiting Angels, Why could this parade be held? Be- mayoral campaign I was the only candidate Clear Choice Senior Care and cause of the veterans. Remember today who advocated using pension bonds as Care-Plus Hospice of Dal- 1% of our population is in the military, keep- tool in solving the pension crisis. supplemental disaster request las for their loving care and ing the 99% to lead a good and enjoyable But the reality is that government at ev- On Nov. 17, Congressmen unacceptable. We have met sit at approximately $190 bil- requests fl oral tributes go to life and attend sports events. Many make ery level and both of our political parties Ted Poe, Pete Olson, Blake personally with the Direc- lion or more. To be clear, this Grand View Funeral Home, the effort to disgrace America by kneeling. I are drunk on debt. The Democrats gorge Farenthold, Randy Weber, tor of OMB and explained $44 billion proposal, to be 8501 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena. do hope that next year you make up for this on debt to increase expenses; the Republi- Priscilla Aileen “Pat” Brian Babin, Michael Mc- in detail the disaster of Har- split between multiple disas- by making and pardon this, darn sure our cans to cut taxes, or to keep from increas- Standley Richardson died on Caul, and Kevin Brady re- vey on Texas. Even so, we ter areas, does not adequately veterans are honored on Veterans Day for ing them. Neither want to have an adult Nov. 16, 2017. She was born Jose Antonio leased the following state- strongly believe the request address long-term recovery what they are doing and have done for this conversation with their constituents about in Helmic, Texas, on April ment regarding the Offi ce is woefully inadequate. Hur- needs in Texas. The people of great nation. Is this asking too much from what services do we really want govern- 24, 1923, to Grover Cleveland “Tony” Gonzales of Management and Budget ricane Harvey and the sub- Texas need and deserve fed- the City of Houston? Thank you. ment to provide and what does it costs to Standley and Mollie Bertha Supplemental Disaster Re- sequent fl ooding events that eral assistance for long-term James E. Muecke provide those services. Instead, one party Breeze Standley. She grew up Jany Miller Reeves died quest: followed ranks as the second fl ood mitigation, which this demagogues social issues and the other in the Alabama Creek commu- on Oct. 14, 2017. She was “After reviewing the latest most costly disaster in mod- request does not suffi ciently King notes Texas engages in class warfare and identity pol- nity near Apple Springs, Texas. a member of Peace Luther- Offi ce of Management and ern times (the Fukushima provide. We stand together itics to distract the public from the fact that It was at Centerville High an Church of Pasadena for Budget supplemental request Disaster ranks fi rst). While opposed to this level of fund- debt has doubled both are bankrupting future generations. School that she met the love many years along with Rob- for disaster recovery, we fi nd damages are still being de- ing and will continue to fi ght Want a killer Trivial Pursuit question? A graph (had been produced that) be- of her life Cecil Burnett Rich- ert Reeves, her husband of the proposal insuffi cient and termined, estimates currently to help Texas rebuild.” How about this? gins with the increase in debt from 2009 to ardson. They were married on more than 40 years. Jany suf- While Barack Obama was President, 2010. Those who argue the Federal debt March 1, 1946, after Cecil re- fered a massive stroke in May did the debt of the Federal government or doubled during the Obama administration BHI 2nd 6-weeks honor roll set turned from his service in the 2015 followed by some lesser the State of Texas increase more on a per- begin from the time he was sworn into of- Army during World War II. strokes in October 2015. Bob centage basis? fi ce. The following is the Bever- Manuel Oviedo, Mariana Pa- Guzman, Desmon Demond Their marriage lasted 57 years was her caring and loving Republicans quick to point out that while However, since the federal budget fi s- ly Hills honor roll for the sec- bon Angulo, Omni I'thalia Hamlett, Dylan Viet Har- until Cecil’s death on June 9, husband, especially during Obama was president the federal debt in- cal year ends in September, the incoming ond six-weeks period. Those Parris, Harsh Shaunakbha Pa- ris, Lashunda Lanette Hat- 2003. the past 2 1/2 years of her dif- creased far more than under any other administration has a limited impact on the on the honor roll are: tel, Sydnee Elise Pector, Mark ten-Pool, Andres Sebastian During World War II, Pat fi cult illness. president. But what they rarely share is that fi nancial results for its fi rst year. It would Seventh Grade Anthony Penaloza, Mariana Hernandez, Susan Yvette was a telephone operator for a Jany was born to Nathan- during that same period, the debt of the probably be fairer to include FY2017, but Jordi Ariel Acosta, An- Perales Rivera, Jordan Willie Hernandez, Genevieve Fran- phone company and for Inger- Jose Antonio “Tony” iel and Eunice Miller at Van- State of Texas rose even faster, at least, on those numbers are not yet available. It is dres Francisco Aguirre, Liz- Peralez, Kaylenn Gabriela Pe- cis Herrera, Bryson Travelle soll Rand Company in Hous- Gonzales, 59, was born derbilt Hospital in Nashville, a percentage basis. interesting to note that the rate of increase eth Aguirre, Douglas Steven rez and Emily Pereznegron. Hicks, Phuc Nguyen thien ton. After raising her family, Nov. 7, 1958 in Kingsville Tennessee on Jan. 2, 1942. At the end of 2009, the Federal govern- did not slow down when the Republicans Aleman, Kaylin Christina Marisa Renae Perla, Fati- Hoang, Sarrionna Karina she returned to work at Beall’s and died Nov. 17, 2017. She and Bob met in Mem- ment was just under $12 trillion in debt. By took control of the House of Representa- Alexander Hamilton, Paloma ma Arlet Pesina Soto, Linh Hobbs, Taelyn Neshae Hud- Department Store at Almeda Tony was a lifelong resi- phis, Tennessee, and were the end of 2016, the number had grown to tives in 2010 or the Senate in 2014. Alvarado, Katherine Daniela T Phan, Vivian Phan, John son, Jaquan Xavier Hughes, Mall and retired in 1988. dent of Houston and long- married on April 8, 1977. $19.5 trillion, a 64% increase. For the same Much of the increase in the pension Alvarez Benitez, John Antho- Stewart Pozo, Linda An- Andrew Khoa Huynh, Thuat Pat loved her family and time resident of South Belt. Survivors include two chil- period, the State’s debt went from $62 bil- debt was realized when the accounting ny Ezeqeel Amos, Vu Vincent neth Pulido, Sandra Alexa Nhu Huynh, and Tina Huynh. made everyone feel welcome He worked for twenty-fi ve dren from her fi rst marriage to lion to $121 billion, a 92% increase.* rules changed in 2015 forcing governmen- Anh Tran, Troy Arevalo, Janet Quiroz-Catalan, Allen Ama- Jennifer Nneoma Ibe, Em- at her home. Sports were her years for Drago Supply in David Ratliff (now deceased), You may be tempted to explain this un- tal entities to more realistically report their Armenta and Ruby Arriaga. do Resendiz, Sandy Reyes, ily Alexa Iglesias, Andrew favorite past time and she was La Porte. Katherine Dawn Ratliff Heath favorable comparison away by noting that pension liabilities. Izabella Avila, Kennedy Ryan Xavier Richard, Marvin Milton Ingram, Remi Elon thrilled that she was able to He is preceded in death and husband Tim, of Olive Texas is growing faster than the rest of the Bill King Alise Baines, Olivia Nicole Javier Rivas, Curtis Lee Riv- Jackson, Nicole Jasso, Aidan see the Astros win the World by his parents Ambrosio and Branch, Mississippi, and Da- country and, therefore, a larger increase is Batres, Sayra Cesilia Beltran ers, Christopher Jakore Rob- Allen Kainer, Ngan Bao Series. She was a longtime Elida Gonzales. vid A Ratliff Jr. and wife Jes- to be expected. There is some validity to Barbour urges all Fernandez, Houda Amira ertson, Raul Rodriguez Rubio, Khuu, Natalia Marie Knight, member of Cokesbury United Tony leaves behind his sica, of Coldwater, Missis- these arguments, but even if we look at the Ben Achour, Jennifer Anna Andre Alexander Rodriguez, Christofer Laygo, Thong Methodist Church and attend- sisters Maria Guadalupe sipp; and her sister Melissa growth of the debt on a per capita basis, shop South Belt fi rst Ben-Smith, Xavier Alexan- Audrie Kiara Rodriguez, Ron- Minh Le, Ayana Trenell Lee, ed United Methodist Women “Lupe” Gonzales, Maria Miller (Bitty) Parks from Car- Texas still comes out ahead, 70% versus As South Belt-Ellington continues Hur- der Bernal, Hoa Quynh Bui, aldo Roman Rodriguez, Yariel Zamira Hunter Lewis, Mar- events for many years. Pat was Socorro “Cookie” Orosco rollton, Texas. 54%. And these numbers do not count the ricane Harvey recovery and we enter the An Viet Bui, Theresa Juani- Rodriguez, Fermin Giovanni cus Joseph Lind, Carlos Jesus a wonderful cook and home- and husband Daniel, Maria Jany was loving and car- billions in debt incurred by local govern- Christmas shopping season, support our ta Burchfi eld, Christian Lee Rostro and John Caleb Rubio. Lopez, Isaac Joel Lopez, Mi- maker for her family and was Teresa “Terri” Rodriguez ing toward her two children ments. We’ll be looking at that in the com- local economy and “Shop South Belt First.” Cantu, Lorenzo Cantu, Sully Jessica Saldana, Diego chelle Alexandra Lopez and loved by all. She also was a and husband Robert, Rhon- as well as Bob’s two children ing weeks. Everyone needs to remember that Yessmary Cantu and Brenda Salinas, Adrian Jesus San- Alexandra Luna. member of the Red Hats and da Swinney and husband from Bob’s fi rst marriage, To be fair, the State was starting at a where they spend their money is a choice. Daniela Carcamo. chez, Alisa Rosalinda San- Xavier Van Buren Malone, enjoyed meetings and lun- Kyle, Beverly Cokonougher Robin Reeves of South Hous- much lower base. Its per capita debt as of The best way to acknowledge the impor- Linda Esperanza Castelan, chez, Charles Daniel Sanchez, Payton Elise Manuel, Brian- cheons for many years. In her and husband Brian; neph- ton and Rachel Reeves of 2016 was about $4,300 compared to over tance of our local businesses is to pur- Gisselle Val Castillo, Saman- Ulises Jose Sanchez, Victoria na Naomi Marroquin, Ariana later years, she enjoyed creat- ews Ernest Trevino, Michael Austin; and numerous grand- $39,000 for the Federal government. And chase our goods and services from those tha Cavazos-Ramirez, Mel- Rose Sanchez, Ximena San- Elizabeth Martin, Juanangel ing beautiful pictures in adult Rainey and wife Stepha- children, great-grandchil- as a percentage of GDP, the State’s debt based here in the South Belt-Ellington anie Bahiana Cejas, Evelyn chez, Christian Allen Sanders, Martinez, Karen Paola Marti- coloring books. nie, Andrew Rainey, Jeffery dren, nieces, nephews and is also much lower, although I am not sure area. Marie Cepeda, Kathryn Lou- Nya Simone Sanford, Cier- nez, Lael David Martinez, Lil- Pat was predeceased by Swinney and wife Samantha cousins. the comparison of that metric means much It is the local business owners that em- isa Cerda, Christopher Kavan ra She'vonne Santee, Marce- liana Marie Martinez, Xavier her parents; her husband; son and Jason Swinney; nieces Jany and Bob enjoyed do- in this context. ploy our neighbors, pay local taxes, fi nan- Chavez, Sofi a Leilani Cis- lo Gabriel Saucedo Carrillo, Martinez, Mariella Mykayla Kenneth Wane Richardson; Alicia Trevino and Brianna ing arts and crafts as well as The lion’s share of the increase in the cially support our local charities and serve neros, Alexis Breanna Cline, Karina Serrano, Brianna So- Michael Matthews, Jose Reg- brothers James Standley and Cokonougher; aunts Manue- participating in several craft State debt has come from an explosion on the boards of local organizations. Sup- Sharimar Marie Colon Me- lares, Joseph Nathan Brandon inald Matthew Maxwell, Bos- Olney Standley; and her sister la Wilson, Dalia Dominguez shows in the South Belt area. of its unfunded pension liability.** I will be porting local businesses is the best way lendez, Liana Adelina Cruz, Sykes, Alexis Brianne Taylor, ton Simone Mcafee and Brynn Mollie Lucille Sullivan. and husband Joe, Maria J. Bob cut and prepared arts and writing more on this issue soon, but the we can protect the unique character of the Edith Alexandra Cueva, Mar- Justin Thanhliem Thach, Gael Margaret Riley McHugh. She is survived by her Salinas and husband Carlos, crafts from wood and Jany did State’s pension debt, based on its own ac- South Belt-Ellington area. iana Cuevas, Diana Nguyen Pablo Tinoco, Jade Tran To Emma Reese Mckenzie, children Jan Jobe (Madi- Maria F. Gonzalez, Esther the fi nal painting and decorat- counting, has gone from zero in 2000, to For more information about our local Dang, Isaac Toan Song Dao, Nguyen, Diego Torres, Karen Tiffany Alexa Melendez, Lyd- son) of Carrollton, Texas and Gonzalez, Mary Lou Pena ing. Jany also taught art class over $60 billion at the end of 2016. In other chamber, contact the SBE Chamber at Keiarra Davis Hathorne, Ky- Torres, Luis Enrique Torres ia Montalvo, Andrew Adonai Keith Richardson of Friend- and Ofelia Pena; and numer- at their church and was very words, according to the State Comptroller’s [email protected] or 281-481- lie Megan Dennis, Nhi Huan and Rachel Marie Torres. Montano, Angel De Jesus swood; sister Betty Trevathan ous cousins. active in several art clubs and numbers, the Legislature has “borrowed” 5516. Kay Barbour Dinh and Dwayne Darius Yarah Sofi a Tovar, Khanh Morales, Michael Dylan Mo- of Houston; brother Donald A visitation was held civic clubs. over $60 billion from the State’s pension President/CEO L'overture Duncan. Kieu Tran Nguyen, Carol Kim ran, Edwin Moreno, Jesalynn Standley of Jacksonville, Tex- Tuesday, Nov. 21, at The couple loved to travel, Carolina Elizalde, Dia- Tran, Thang Nguyen Tran, Ruth Moreno, Shayla Janae as; and numerous nieces and Crowder Funeral Home with especially in later life, taking mond Unique Ervin, Adrian Tiffany Thuy Trang Tran, Morrison, Tjasa Ariyana Mur- nephews. She was the lov- a funeral service following. several cruises throughout Women hold Christmas luncheon Escalera, Abel Fernando Es- Janae Marie Tucker, Giselle ray, Brandon Nhat Nguyen ing grandmother (Mimi) of In lieu of fl owers, the the Caribbean and the Gulf of The Dynamic Women eral original albums. Her 11:30 a.m. and the event ends pinoza, Alec Zander Faulkner, Valencia, Alan Vargas, David and Chi Thi Linh Nguyen. Jennifer Krupa and husband family requests memorial Mexico and going on a fi nal luncheon which will be held style is primarily country at 1 p.m. Alyssa Garcia Flores, Roberto Vidal, Natalie Anh Thu Vo, Jaclyn Uyen Nguyen, Jeen- Nicholas, Joanne Kopeny and donations be sent to: ASP- trip to Seattle and an Alaskan Thursday, Nov. 30, at Golf- and southern gospel, but she Guests can register for Flores, Camren Lakeith Fowl- Dillon Hoang-Long Vu, Ar- ny Nguyen, Kathleen Nguyen, husband Patrick, Silver Rich- CA at www.secure.aspca. cruise. crest Country Club from 10 has also written and recorded free door prizes. The cost of er, Tristan Maximillian Fuen- iana Leaiy Walls, Samantha Lilly Thanh Nguyen, Thien a.m. to 1 p.m. will feature songs of other styles includ- the luncheon is $16 which in- tes, Alysia Aralyn Galvan, Nycole Wilkerson, Derrick Phuc Thi Tran Nguyen, Thu guest speaker Latrell Lindon, ing ballads, love songs, jazz, cludes the networking/shop- Emily Marie Gaona, Andres Jermaine Woodley, Abigail Ngoc Anh Nguyen, Tung Leader checks out social media an accomplished speaker, Christmas and children's ping event and lunch. David Garcia Covarrubia, Gra- Alicia Yanez, Emily Angeline Quang Nguyen, Victoria Diep singer and songwriter, songs. The Dynamic Women cie Gloria Garcia Turner, Bella Zuniga-Aguilera. Nguyen, Huong Hoang Thuy By Kaitlyn Tran is missing. She was last seen white, tan and yellow and All area women are in- Doors open at 10 a.m. group seeks to connect wom- Andrea Garcia, Brianna Eliza- Eighth Grade Ninh, Andrea Sofi a Nunez, A female, German Shep- near Fondren Bend Dr and he was last seen at the inter- vited to enjoy the Christmas when guests can do some en through networking and beth Garcia, Celina Diane Gar- Angelica Corazon Acac, Nicholas Oscar Ochoa, Dam- herd was found off Black- Fondren Village Dr. For any section of Charlmont Dr. and spirit, make new friends, Christmas shopping and net- friendship, help women grow cia, John Matthew Garcia and Eris Felipe Acosta, Nicolas Je- aris Anjanae Oder, Angel Ga- hawk and Beltway 8. She is information regarding the TX-6. If found, do not chase, shop with local vendors, have working with exciting area their businesses and provide a Julissa Marielle Garcia. sus Acosta, Adalynn Alanis, briel Oliva Lopez, Caroline currently at BARC Houston missing dog, visit the Pets of call or whistle as this may a fabulous lunch and enjoy vendors who feature Christ- service to the community. All Kevin Thomas Garcia, Va- Ronny Lee Alexander, Jaidyn Itzel Orta, Patrick Alexis Or- animal shelter. Southbelt Facebook page. cause him to run in fear and Lindon's inspirational story. mas items, home décor, are invited to attend. nessa Maria Garcia, Damian Brianna Almaguer, Naydelin tega, Hannah Tuyet-Nhi Pang People who are staying in A member of Pets of into danger. Lindon, the youngest of fashion accessories, jewelry, For reservations, email Garza, Eileen Melyanna Gar- Almaguer and Emily Amezcua. and Alejandra Perez Chavez. a hotel with FEMA Transi- Southbelt has a Husky The Pet of the Week at nine children, grew up sing- health and beauty, and busi- Sandee Ellis at sandeeellis@ za, Natalia Garza, Oscar Luis Hussiel Arias, Jazmyne Cyrus Alexander Perez, tional Sheltering Assistance named Milo that escaped in Harris County Animal Shel- ing in the family quartet, and ness and professional ser- comcast.net, or call Dot at Garza, Briana Elaine Gomez, Melaynie Backman, Nayleen Amy Pham, Ashley Dang (TSA) can visit a Hous- the early morning on Nov. ter is June. June was found has written and recorded sev- vices. Lunch will be served at 713-477-6496. Maya Alexia Nevaeh Gonza- Batista, Raul Xavier Belman, Pham, Kristyn Thanh Pham, ton Food Bank food pantry 16. He was last seen in the tied to a fence in a neigh- lez, Syomi Trinidad Gonzalez, Anthony Paul Benavides, Riani Thuy Kassidy Diem Pham, weekly. All that is required Southeast area. His owners borhood. She’s spayed, Local library events set Vaneli Gonzalez, Julian Guer- Tania Benton, Kevin Bennard Tina Mai Pham, Tommy Minh is a mention of the program. are giving a reward if found. vaccinated and heartworm ra, Jasmine Gutierrez, Leila Biggurs, Bryana Sarai Borjas, Pham, Randy Phan, Donyea A member of the South- For more information, visit negative. She gets along Parker Williams Library Lanai Henry and Alexzander Savannah Marie Brookland, Simone Porter, Kaitlyn Triny belt This & That lost a black the Facebook page. with everyone at the mobile The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Angel Hernandez. Serenity Camacho, Antho- Shandory Posada, Aiden O'ne- and white Chihuahua named Another member of the adoptions and is a friendly Blvd. this week: Dibanhi Marlen Hernan- ny Castillo, Eloy Cavazos al Provost, Marilee Quiroga, Oreo. For more information, Pets of Southbelt is missing one-year-old. Monday, Nov. 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Intro to eBooks. For those interested in learning to dez, Erik Ismael Hernandez, Ramirez, Daniel Guadalupe Christopher Reyes, Xavier visit the Facebook page. their six month old Chihua- Adoptions at Petco-Hous- enjoy books anywhere, this presentation is designed to help get a device set up. Kaylee Elizabeth Hernandez, Cavazos, Anthony Luis Cede- William Ritter, Lizbeth Rodri- There is an undermarket hua Terrier named Mason. ton Humane Society, locat- Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2 p.m. Book discussion of the 2016 Pulitzer Prize winner The Sym- Victor Adolfo Hernandez, Vic- no, Colton Ray Chahayed, guez, Xavier Matthew Rodri- Christmas light installation He was last seen in the Pas- ed at 11615 S Sam Hous- pathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen tor Robert Hernandez, Josue Mya Anna Laura Chapa, Es- guez, Ayanna Lynn Romero, business in the Pearland area adena area off Scarborough ton Pkwy E., are scheduled Below are the programs that occur every week: Carlos Herrera, Vanessa Li- trella Chavez, Jasmine Giselle Khloey Nikole Rowe, Angeli- that will set an appointment Road. For information re- for Sat. Nov. 25. Be sure to Wednesdays, Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. For children, ages 3 years to 5 years, sette Hinojosa, William Bao Chew, Idalia Contreras, Alyssa ca Rubio, Marsai Celeste Sala- and never show up with no garding Mason, visit the stop by from noon to 4 p.m. storytime features stories, songs, fi ngerplays and a craft. Ho, Trisha Kim Hoang, Faith Janae Nashalle Cooper, Chris- zar, Paris Nicole Saldarriaga, responses. Facebook page. and see all the furry friends Thursdays, Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. For toddlers from birth to 3 years, storytime Lynn Hughey, Ashley Thi tian Corona Yepez, and Malia Luis Fernando Salinas and Iz- A member of the South The vetco mobile clinics up for adoption looking for features stories, songs, fi ngerplays and bubbles. Huynh, Cassidy Marie Idele, Alexandria Curry. abel Alyla Sanchez. Belt community is missing (Petco) provides low-cost their forever homes. Jaidia Jenesis James, Victoria Adrian Joshua Dela Rosa, Santos Davila Sanchez, their dog named Dallas. For micro-chipping with no vet Pets of Southbelt Face- Saturdays, Vietnamese Learning Time. Level 2 begins at 10 a.m., Level 1 begins at Alejandra Jasso, Leslie Xi- Demetria Delgado, William Sebastian Renee Sanchez, any information, visit the fees. For more information, book page presents Furever 11:15 a.m. and Level 3 begins at 2:30 p.m. For more information on these programs, mena Jimenez, Alexis Marie Andres Devenes, Miguel An- Jessica Ivette Santana, Aaron Pets of Southbelt Facebook visit the Pets of Southbelt Home Fridays. Posting of speak with Loc Bui. Lara, Laila Christy Lathan, gel Diosdado, Kenny Nguy- Jamil Sargent, Kelly Torrie page. Facebook page. missing pets will begin at For more information on library events, call the library at 281-484-2036. Brandon Dinh Le, Hue Kim en Duong, Analaura Elizarr- Saucedo, Maya Treshae Scott, Chuoi, a black Corgi A male Husky-mixed noon and will end at 11:59 Regular library hours are: Monday, 1-9 p.m., Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Wednesday, Le and Qui Ngoc Le. aras, Micaela Irene Escobar, Alexis Marie Segovia, Jazmine mixed Husky with blue eyes puppy is missing. Rex is p.m. every Friday. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday, 1 - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; and Sunday, closed. Juanmanuel Leon, Trys- Miguel Angel Espino, Sarahi Elizabeth Segovia, Roselin The library will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 22, at 5 p.m. though Sunday, Nov. 26, for ta Deja Levy, Greydi Nineth Flores, Sydnye Adwoa Forde- Serrano, De'monte' Kejuan the Thanksgiving holiday. The library will re-open Monday, Nov. 27, at 1 p.m. Logan, Maryi Nineth Lopez Richins, Aaron Frias, Evan Seymore, Amira Ni'kkole Bracewell Branch Library Fuentes, Brandon Lopez, Nicolas Fuentes, Gabriela Shephard, Athan Giovanni FEMA releases facts, tips The following events are scet for the Bracewell Branch Library, 9002 Kingspoint: Nayah Eleese Lopez, Jesus Elyse Galvan, Michael Garcia Silva Rincon, Travis Bethea FEMA has released some Commission. health department for help Tuesday, Nov. 28, 10:30 a.m. Family storytime Emanuel Luna, Ngoc Mai Razo, Alexis Garcia, Aracely Small-Jones, Jamie Marissa facts and tips post Hurricane If one is a victim of a home and instructions. If bitten by Tuesday, Nov. 28, 11:15 a.m. Preschool playtime Luu, Jesse Raul Magana, Nataly Garcia, David Alfredo Smith, Chelsey Xitlalyc Sosa, Harvey. repair scam or price gouging, an animal, seek immediate Wednesday, Nov. 29, 10:30 a.m. Toddler storytime; 11:15 a.m. Toddler playtime Damian Maldonado, Daniel- Garcia, Judith Marie Garcia, Kevin Duy Su, Msethel Re- Beware of inspection fraud call the Offi ce of the Texas medical attention. Bracewell hours are: Sunday, closed; Monday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednes- la Anais Maldonado, Valery Ramiro Simitrio Garcia, Rubie nee Thomas, Rosmery Torres and unscrupulous contractors. Attorney General at 800-252- Survivors staying in hotels day, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Bracewell Library will be closed Marroquin, Hayden Marshall, Ann Garcia, Tiana Marie Gar- Lara, Briana Jamilet Torres, To guard against fraud, ask to 8011, or visit their website. under the Transitional Shelter- Thursday and Friday, Nov. 23 and Nov. 24, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Edgar Israel Martinez, Vic- cia, Annabelle Garza, Michael Brissa Jasmine Torres, Dom- see offi cial photo ID and ques- Wild animals, including ing Assistance program may tor Alfonso Mascorro, Adri- Andrew Garza and Darielys inic Melecio Torres and Jose tion those who ask for sensi- snakes, may seek refuge from be eligible to stay longer, the an Klien McDonald, Zach- Danhay Gil Villavicencio. Alejandro Torres. tive information such as your fl oodwaters in homes. Do not deadline is Nov. 27. ary Pierce McKenzie, Iliana Briana Michelle Gomez Vanessa Elizabeth Torres, bank account or Social Secu- approach, corner or try to res- TSA guests will be noti- Carey-Nagir Mealey, Julissa Portillo, Kayla Iliana Go- Eric Quy Tran, Tracy Tram rity number. cue wild animals. fi ed if they’re eligible for the NNoo JobJob TooToo Small!Small! Melenciano, Jacob Anthony mez, Zinaya Lynn Gonzales Tran, Vanessa Van Thanh Tran, A real FEMA home in- Should the animal stay, call extension and what they need Mikulski, Felipe Jonathan Mi- Muniz, Gloria Minerva Gon- Violet Tuong Yy Tran, Julian spector will carry offi cial ID the local animal control offi ce to do to remain at their current randa, Marilyn Lisbeth Mon- zales, Isaac Lee Gonzales, Trevino, Kailey Jianne Tsikis, and will know your FEMA or wildlife resource offi ce. Do hotel or fi nd a new hotel. If talvo, Andrea Nicole Montano Malayja Zaniah Gonzales, Kristal Monserra Vargas, Nich- registration number. not attempt to move a dead eligible for the extension and Now printing small-quantity orders! and Jacob Aidan Montez. Isaac Abel Gonzalez, Ivan olas Esteban Vasquez, Thaly If you suspect fraud, call animal. Animal carcasses can one needs to fi nd a TSA-par- Ava Antigone Morales, Gonzalez, Jennefer Suzzeth Angela Vences, Venerable O the FEMA Disaster Fraud present serious health risks. ticipating hotel, click on the Makayla Marie Morales, Mia Gonzalez, Ronnie Gonzalez, Villanueva, Kamila Villarreal, Hotline at 866-720-5721 or Contact the local emer- Transitional Sheltering Assis- Elizabeth Munoz, Ashley Samantha Gonzalez, Chris- Jimmy Vo, Melanie-Tu Thi Vo, report it to the Federal Trade gency management offi ce or tance (Hotel Locator.) 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Two San Jacinto College art and design students took top honors at the place, San Jacinto College South campus; Virginia Perez, second place, 15th Houston Area Community College Student Exhibition, Wednes- San Jacinto College North campus; Oscar G. Del Toro, honorable men- day, Nov 8. Shown are, left to right, Daniel Longtin, art professor, San tion, San Jacinto College Central campus; Heidi aus den Ruthen, third Jacinto College Central campus; Karen Fiscus, assistant director, Uni- place, Lone Star College; Joe Clark, art professor, San Jacinto College versity of Houston Clear-Lake Art Gallery; Jeffery Bowen, director, North campus; J. Todd Allison, department chair, arts and humanities, University of Houston Clear-Lake Art Gallery; Matthew Napoli, fi rst San Jacinto College Central campus. Photo by Jeannie Peng Mansyur SJC students take top honors at art exhibition San Jacinto College South Ruthlessness,” “Slouching South campus and Liza Villal- Randy Snyder, San Jacin- exhibition runs until Thurs- campus art and design stu- Toward” and “Forthcoming ta from the North campus were to College North campus day, Dec. 14 at the gallery lo- dent Matthew Napoli took Reduction” using oil, char- also recognized with honor- department chair, fi ne arts, cated at 2700 Bay Area Blvd. fi rst place and a $175 prize at coal and graphite on paper. able mentions. The awards speech and education. “This Students selected for the the 15th Houston Area Com- “My pieces refl ect relation- were presented at a reception particular exhibit carries exhibit are: munity College Student Ex- ships and how fl uid they are,” and gallery opening for the ex- weight and prestige. We’ve San Jacinto College hibition, Wednesday, Nov 8. Napoli said. “How quickly hibit at the University of Hous- had several students win fi rst North campus “Winning is a huge honor,” they can break down.” ton-Clear Lake Art Gallery. place in the past.” Nithzel Barrios, Shavrielle Napoli said. “I’m really sur- Napoli was joined by Vir- San Jacinto College stu- Juried by gallery director Charles, Alexis Garcia, Vir- prised because so much of the ginia Perez from the San Ja- dents from the North and Jeffrey Bowen, the exhibition ginia Perez and Liza Villalta. work here is really incredible.” cinto College North campus, South campuses made up 14 features 25 works by 16 art- San Jacinto College Napoli entered three piec- who earned second place and of the 25 gallery entries. ists currently enrolled in stu- South campus es for review in the compe- a $125 prize. “This is big deal for com- dio art classes at Houston-ar- Oscar G. Del Toro and tition titled, “Forthcoming Oscar G. Del Toro from the munity college artists,” said ea community colleges. The Matthew Napoli. Dobie High School and Dobie Sports Medicine were rec- Jesse Lopez (L.A.T. and staff athletic trainer), Alexis ognized by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Austin-Woodrow, Jazlyn Brown, Sabastian Delgado, and were awarded the Safe Sports School Award. The Amanda Hernandez, Yesenia Morales, (back row) Dai- UHCL announces Moore students enjoy movie Dobie Sports Medicine team shown are, left to right, ja Green, Danae Ram, Kaylynn Tran, Ashley Tovar, (front row) Ruth Gonzales-Grasty (L.A.T. and staff Jayden Forges, Kayla Wilkerson, Giselle Cuellar and athletic trainer), Jazmin Gomez, Madison Caballero, Sarah Bustamante. The sports medicine team helps with calendar, deadlines Alex Hernandez, Desiree Ram, Alysa Gonzalez, Raquel physical fi tness as well as the treatment and prevention The University of Hous- ing trio from Texas, the Que- Ramirez, Maria Figueroa, Elizabeth Salas, (second row) of sports-related injuries. Photo by Gary Williams ton-Clear Lake has an- be Sisters. nounced its calendar of Ticket prices vary with events and deadlines. each performance, and stu- Art Gallery – 15th Houston dent prices are available. To Calling all science, engineering fair judges Area Community College purchase tickets or for more The Clear Creek Indepen- Fair which, this year, will be are called upon to spend the for years and consider this to Student Exhibition information, visit www.uhcl. dent School District is seeking held on January 22, 2018. afternoon of January 22, 2018 be an enjoyable opportunity Get a glimpse at the future edu/bayou-theater. volunteers representing all in- Projects from approxi- examining the projects, inter- to reach out and support the of the art world at the 15th CEE: terests and careers to serve as mately 800 students are eval- viewing the students (second- scientists of tomorrow.” Houston Area Community Skillfully managing judges for the annual District uated by teams of judges to ary division only) and col- To learn more about be- College Student Exhibition at change and confl ict Science & Engineering Fair. be selected as Grand Award laborating with their fellow ing a CCISD Science & En- UH-Clear Lake Art Gallery. Change is inevitable in Each year students from winners or place winners. judges to determine the place gineering Fair judge, vis- The exhibit will showcase the workplace and today’s 26 elementary schools, 10 in- Winners will be announced at winners in each category. it www.ccisd.net/sefjudge. Houston metro area students’ successful managers need to termediate schools and 7 high the District Science & Engi- “The annual Science & To sign up to be a Science art. know how to recognize and schools in Clear Creek ISD neering Fair Awards Ceremo- Engineering Fair is a suc- & Engineering Fair judge, The exhibit runs through respond. work diligently to complete ny on January 30, 2018. cess year after year in large complete the online judge's Dec. 14, Monday through In this class, as part of an independent research topic To properly evaluate this part because of the time and form. For questions or dif- Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 Management and Leadership of their own choosing. They huge number of projects and expertise contributed by our fi culty registering, call 281- p.m., and Friday from 9 a.m. Certifi cate Program in UH- compete at their individual to provide effective feedback volunteer judges,” explained 284-7323 or email Lisa to noon. The exhibit is locat- CL’s Center for Executive school for the opportunity to to students, approximately Secondary Science Coordi- Wooley at lwooley@ccisd. ed at the Bayou Building, Art Education, participants will advance to the CCISD Dis- 200 judges are required. Pro- nator Lisa Wooley. “Many of net or Paige Newman at pb Gallery, 2700 Bay Area Blvd. learn how to defi ne change, trict Science & Engineering fessionals in the community our judges have participated [email protected]. Free parking is available manage change initiatives, in the visitor lot or Student strategies to respond to Lot D. For more information, change and managing con- contact Jeff Bowen, coordi- fl ict. After reading the book Wonder, by R. J. Palacio, Leah Laredo and her fourth-grade Orth turns 85 on Veterans Day nator of audience develop- The course will run from class attended an advanced screening of the movie at AMC 30. Shown are, left to ment, at 281-283-3376 or vis- Dec. 1 through 15, 8 a.m. to right, (front row) Thalia Oddo, Aubry Estes, Melanie Sanchez, Ava Macias, Valerie it www.uhcl.edu/art-gallery. 4 p.m. at the University of Sanchez, and Erik Santillanes, (Sitting and squatting) Grant Garcia, Leah Laredo, Spring open registration Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Jalynn Alix (back row) Alejandro Hernandez, Jathan Obregon, Cooper Estes, Em- Returning students can Bay Area Blvd. mery Lynn, Zara Oddo and Peyton Lynn. Photo by Angelica Moreno-Perez register for classes online The course includes tradi- for the spring 2018 semester tional instruction and interac- through Jan. 12. Late reg- tive activities to help create istration runs from Jan. 13 real-world solutions. Current Lariaettes holds annual Winter Dance Clinic through Jan. 23. Classes be- supervisors, managers and The Dobie Lariaettes will hold its annual Winter Dance Clinic on Saturday Dec. 16. It will be gin Jan. 16. those moving into supervi- from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dobie High School, with a parent show at 12:30 p.m. in the gym. For course schedules or sory roles are encouraged to It is open to pre-K - 12, and is a great opportunity to let one’s daughter or son spend a day registration, visit www.uhcl. attend. dancing, playing games and doing crafts with the Lariaettes while one gets all the Christmas edu/academics. The fee is $850 with shopping done. Pre-registration is $35 and due Tuesday Nov. 28, or $45 at the door. Cash or 2017 Fall Graduates BFA group discounts available. money order only. Participants of the clinic will also have the opportunity to perform in the Exhibition Participants must attend both Lariaette Spring Show on April 5 through 7, 2018. For more information, contact Victoria See the original work of sessions to receive credit. Armenta at [email protected]. UHCL’s graduating students For more information, visit receiving a Bachelor of Fine www.uhcl.edu/center-exec Arts. Student artists will utive-education or call 281- showcase a variety of works 283-3120. Cowgirls seniors announced including paintings, drawings Saturday Campus and multimedia pieces. Visit Day at UHCL The exhibit runs until All prospective students Dec. 8 at the Arbor Building, and their families are invit- North, Artist Project Space, ed to explore University of 2700 Bay Area Blvd. Houston-Clear Lake at Sat- The exhibit is curated by urday Campus Visit Day on Jeffery Bowen, director of Dec. 2 from 10:30 a.m. to the UHCL Art Gallery. This noon. The campus is located exhibit is free and open to the at 2700 Bay Area Blvd. public. For more information, Attendees will be able to visit www.uhcl.edu/art-gal take campus tours and learn lery. more about the admissions Bayou Theater 2017-2018 process and fi nancial aid season tickets from campus representatives. Kick off the new year with Students can apply on-site at performances at the Bay- the event with help from ad- ou Theater starting Jan. 11. missions counselors. Appli- Tickets for the second half cants to select programs can of the 2017-2018 season are receive on-the-spot admis- available for purchase. sion decisions. Performers include folk To register and for more Dick Orth celebrated his 85th birthday on Nov. 11, great-grandchildren, left to right, (front row) Brewer band Bumper Jacksons, information, visit www.uhcl. the same day Veterans Day is celebrated. Dick and Hutchison, (middle row) Jesali Hutchison, Brenham award-winning duo Dailey & edu/admissions/events/cam his wife Jimmie Sue have been residents of Sagemont Athey, Cash Robbins and Jenna Napoleon who are Vincent and the sibling sing- pus-visit-day. since 1965 and are the owners of Any Seasons Pest celebrating with him at his birthday celebration. Control. Dick (back row) is shown, above, with his Photo submitted

A Christmas Carol WINNER BEST ROOFING COMPANY IN BAY AREA comes to Dickinson Fall Call Veteran actor Sam Kee singers, and dancers convince Specials Now! will portray Ebenezer Scrooge and the audience that Scrooge when A Christmas a life with generosity, happi- Carol, the ever-popular holi- ness, love and family is best. day classic by Charles Dick- Dancers from Richard ens, returns to the Bay Area Tew’s Academy of Irish Danc- 5 Year Labor Harbour Playhouse Nov. 30 ing and the Classical Dance Warranty through Dec.17. Arts of League City, taught by Bennie Nipper, artistic di- Sara Gerke, will perform in rector and founder of the the- the show on the large down- • Vinyl ater, selected Kee to portray stairs Main Deck stage. Shown are the Sagemont Cowgirls departing seniors, left to right, Madisyn Saenz, Scrooge, an old man known C. T. Gomez, Dallas Tay- Katelyn Mendoza, Dayyani Arboleda and Ashlyne Medina. The seniors are Kevin Dalley ’76 Dobie Grad • Hardi Board for his miserly ways who is lor and Lance Nutter portray dressed in costume for the Looney Tunes performance at the BAFL Drill Com- Chris Dalley ‘79 Dobie Grad Siding visited by a series of ghosts, Scrooge as he appears in his petition. Saenz, a team member for nine years, is leaving the team as lieutenant starting with his old business dreams, confronted by the colonel for the past two years. Mendoza has also been on the team for nine years partner Jacob Marley, played ghosts of Christmas past, and was one of the fi rst four-year-olds to be accepted by the Cowgirls. Arboleda by Mike Fabion. present, and future, played has been a team member for fi ve years. Medina, who is a major, has been on the 281-481-9683 As the story unfolds, a by Jadean East, Shane Taylor team for four years. Photo submitted large cast of talented actors, Continued on Page 5A REPLACEMENT & STORM WINDOWS Page 4 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thanksgiving Day 2017

Harper graduates Over The Back Fence by Alexis DRC closes, help remains BEST WISHES FOR SUSAN’S RECOVERY Smith Nov. 26. FACEBOOK FRIENDS A State of Texas/Federal Homeowners, renters and Susan Gadd, wife of Emory Gadd (an Stuchbery Elementary CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS Disaster Recovery Center in businesses in Aransas, Austin, associate pastor of Sagemont Church) is Send a warm greeting Nov. 26 to Oralia The Leader sends happy birthday wishes the city of Pasadena closed Bastrop, Bee, Brazoria, Cald- recovering at home after a successful sur- Mendez who celebrates a birthday. The day to its Facebook friends who celebrate a birth- permanently on Saturday, well, Calhoun, Chambers, gery to repair a heart valve. Best wishes and for a celebration for James Maslonka is day this week: Nov. 18. However, help is just Colorado, DeWitt, Fayette, prayers are sent for a speedy recovery from Nov. 27. Thursday, Nov. 23: Linda Greuter, Ricky a mouse click, phone call or a Fort Bend, Galveston, Goli- friends and the Leader staff. Melillo Middle School Mitchell, Dorlene Salas, Angela Connally, tap on the FEMA app away. ad, Gonzales, Grimes, Hardin, SCHOOL DAZE Send a birthday greeting Nov. 24 to Monika Patterson, Johnny McNeil and Don The center was at the Pas- Harris, Jackson, Jasper, Jeffer- The following personnel and staff mem- Jennifer Wicks. Doss; Friday, Nov. 24: Alice Vanek, Tim Tingle, adena Convention Center, son, Karnes, Kleberg, Lava- bers of the Pasadena Independent School Roberts Middle School Rhonda Baird, Makenzie Martinez and 7902 Fairmont Parkway, Pas- ca, Lee, Liberty, Matagorda, District celebrate birthdays Nov. 23 through Erin Timmons celebrates a birthday Nov. Santiago Gonzalez; Saturday, Nov. 25: Keith adena. Montgomery, Newton, Nuec- Nov. 29. 27. Brown, Karen Allen, Caroline Kacal, Susan Individuals and business- es, Orange, Polk, Refugio, Sa- Bush Elementary Beverly Hills Intermediate Hansen, Jeff Sconyers and Jennifer Ross; es in counties included in the bine, San Jacinto, San Patricio, Enjoying a birthday Nov. 25 is Cecilia The day for a party for David Hastings is Sunday, Nov. 26: Kathy Husband, Amanda Texas federal disaster decla- Tyler, Victoria, Walker, Waller Velez. Nov. 29. Marshall, Lydia Fernandez, Luisa Villarreal, ration for Hurricane Harvey and Wharton counties may be Frazier Elementary Thompson Intermediate Glenda Dick, Trish Simmons and Gabe and the subsequent fl oods eligible for help. Send a birthday greeting Nov. 24 to Pat Cheers for a happy birthday are sent Gabino; Monday, Nov. 27: Shannon Warner, may still get help and register For more information on Singletary. Light the birthday candles for Nov. 29 to Amanda Carroll. Susie Hughlett, Jason Brantly, Christine in the following ways: Hurricane Harvey and Tex- Cathy Silas Nov. 25. The day for a celebra- Dobie High Dailey, Tommy Bischof and Chris Hubenak; Online at DisasterAssis as recovery, visit the Hur- tion for Sara Rodriguez is Nov. 28. Send a birthday wish Nov. 24 to Darrell Tuesday, Nov. 28: Sharon Wagner and Christie tance.gov; ricane Harvey disaster web Meador Elementary Jimerson. Blow out the candles for Juliet Fickessen; and Wednesday, Nov. 29: Rebecca By calling the FEMA page at www.fema.gov/di Enjoying a birthday Nov. 26 is Luz Weigand who enjoys a birthday Nov. 25. Carter, Amy Smith, Sheila Higgins, Lawanda Helpline at 800-621-3362; saster/4332, or Facebook at Chaidez. Join in the birthday fun Nov. 26 for Catalina Dyson-Lendsey and Hanh Do. Via the FEMA app, avail- www.facebook.com/FEMA Moore Elementary Olvera. Light the birthday candles on a LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS able for Apple and Android harvey, the FEMA Region 6 Lily Sanchez enjoys a birthday Nov. triple-layer cake Nov. 27 for Amarilys Send an email to mynews@south mobile devices. To download Twitter account at twitter.com/ 23. Light the birthday candles for Yazmin Martinez, Brian McCleskey and Frank beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject line visit: fema.gov/mobile-app; FEMARegion6, or the Texas Cobos Nov. 26. Mora. Wishes for a double birthday cele- for notices on birthday, anniversary, vacation, By visiting recovery Division of Emergency Man- South Belt Elementary bration are sent to Luz Ossa and Robin congratulations, etc. Items are due by Friday centers listed online at www. agement website at www.dps. Blow out the birthday candles for Lucia Rackley Nov. 28. noon for the next week’s publication. fema.gov/DRC. texas.gov/dem/. EHCMA awards Mitchell, Bechtel for work on area fl ood protection

Hurricane Ike made land- ted stakeholders to support County. Cadet Jovan Ralais Harper, son of Ralais and Ruth fall near the north end of Gal- and promote the construction On Thursday, Nov. 16, Harper and husband to Leah Harper, was one of 45 veston Island very early on of a coastal spine system to during a meeting of the Inter- graduates of Cadet Class 2017-C from the Houston Sept. 13, 2008. It came ashore protect the region’s human national Maritime Advisory Fire Department Academy on Nov. 15. The ceremo- as an upper Category 2 storm. and economic assets. The Committee of the Bay Area ny was held at Houston Community College Central This “small” hurricane East Harris County Manufac- Houston Economic Partner- campus San Jacinto Memorial Building Auditorium. generated a 22-foot storm turers Association is one of ship, Craig Beskid, executive Jovan is a 2009 graduate of Sterling High School and surge that devastated homes, those stakeholders. director of EHCMA, present- considered entering the public service fi eld follow- businesses and industries There are more than 500 ed awards to BAHEP Presi- ing a family emergency. In 2008, his dad suffered a along the Upper Texas Gulf chemical plants in the Bay dent Bob Mitchell and Mayor stroke at home. When paramedics and fi remen ar- Coast, causing $30 billion in Area Houston region, many Michel Bechtel, City of Mor- rived, Jovan rode alongside him in the ambulance property damages. of which are located along gan’s Point, who have both to the hospital, paying close attention to everything A Category 4 or 5 hur- the Houston Ship Channel. worked tirelessly in support that was taking place. Seeing his dad in this situation ricane could cause a storm EHCMA is an organization of a coastal spine system. for the fourth time tremendously impacted his life. surge in Galveston Bay that that is dedicated to promoting The awards were present- It was that moment that he says he began to think would create waves which the health, safety, security, ed “in recognition and appre- about his career path as a paramedic and doing would destroy almost every- environmental, and economic ciation of outstanding repre- something to help people. Jovan attended Houston thing in its path. well-being of the petrochem- sentation of the industry and Community College Fire Academy and graduated in According to the Nation- ical, refi ning, and manufac- the community for regional 2013. During that ceremony he received the Physical al Hurricane Center, a storm turing industry in East Harris fl ood protection.” Fitness Award by having more endurance and out surge of 23 feet has the abil- running all the other cadets in his class. Following ity to inundate 57 percent of graduation, Jovan served with the Southeast Hous- arterials, almost half of rail ton Volunteer Fire Department for a year. He also Houston Interactive miles, 29 airports and virtual- worked for the City of Houston and in 2014 received ly all ports in the Gulf Coast a National EMT Certifi cate. Although his dad was area. in a crisis nine years ago, he inspired him to become launches at Hobby Since 2009, the Bay Area the fi reman and paramedic that he is today. His dad Visitors to Houston com- ly, 55-inch touchscreen in- Houston Economic Partner- has fully recuperated and returned to work as a per- ing through William P. Hob- terface that enables users to Shown, left to right, during the presentation of awards utive director of the East Harris County Manufactur- ship has worked with Texas sonal trainer and watched proudly as Jovan received by Airport will receive a virtually explore Houston’s for support of a coastal spine system are Mayor Michel ers Association; and Bob Mitchell, president, Bay Area A&M University at Galves- his badge. Bechtel, City of Morgan’s Point; Craig Beskid, exec- Houston Economic Partnership. Photo submitted warm welcome — and a various neighborhoods and ton and many other commit- load of useful information diverse offerings at one time. — thanks to Houston Inter- Among the features is an ex- active, a technology-driven tensive and diverse list of xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x welcome center based in the restaurants, as well as a list of x x Keep Kids in School Golf Tournament date set former Southwest Airlines arts and cultural attractions x Almeda Jewelry x luggage offi ce at the airport. and greenspaces. Users also The ninth annual Keep Kids in School Golf A joint project between can compile their selections x 10030 Kleckey Dr. • 713-947-1224 x Tournament, the Bay Area's premier golfi ng x x the Houston Airport System into their unique “My Hous- Holiday Orders Available thru Dec. 20th. event, has been announced by Communities and the Houston First Cor- ton Bucket List” that can be x x In Schools-Bay Area. Instock Merchandise 20 - 40% Off poration, Houston Interac- sent directly to their personal x , , x It will be held April 16, 2018, at Bay Oaks tive features touchscreen and email. x x Country Club in Bay Area Houston. Proceeds LED technology that direct- “Houston is a vibrant Solder Repairs & Ring Sizing 15% Off. from the tourney will support CIS-Bay Area's x (same day repairs on most items) x ly engages visitors, deliver- city that welcomes visitors dropout prevention program serving 15 cam- ing a snapshot of the city at from all over the world every x x puses in the Clear Creek and Dickinson Inde- x ,Watch Batteries (most sizes) , x their fi ngertips. The digital year,” said Houston Mayor st pendent School Districts. kiosk boasts a user-friend- Continued on Page 5A x Reg. $10 - Sale $8 thru Dec. 31 . x The all-inclusive shamble Keep Kids in xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x School Golf Tournament includes three hole- in-one opportunities, a putting contest, the famed NFL hole, breakfast/lunch throughout t? the day, a steak dinner, a martini bar, margari- nan Flood problems? tas and much more. reg be P Co-chairmen for the tournament are Mark uld I You can go home again... Conrad of Express Employment Professionals Co ® and Kevin Lardie of Gay Family Auto. Vice I need a pregnancy test Let Farmers help. chairman is Duane Bolpa of Merrill Lynch. I need to know what to do Sponsorship opportunities are still avail- At Farmers, we know that you insure able. For more information on the tourna- We are here for you. We care!! All Services are Free and Confidential. your home to get things back to normal ment, contact Hillary Gramm, CIS-Bay Area if something unexpected happens. That’s resource development director, at hillaryg@ 281-484-0005 why you’ll love the friendly, thorough service cisba.org or 281-486-6698. Beltway 8 South you get from a Farmers agent. Call me For more information on CIS-Bay Area's Crisis Pregnancy Center Keep Kids in School Golf Tournament founder vice chair Duane Bolpa, co-chair Kevin Lardie and get a quote on the insurance that program of doing whatever it takes to keep kids in school, visit www.cisba.org. Rick Gornto (far left) joins tournament execu- and Peter Wuenschel, executive director of Com- helps get you back where you belong. tives, left to right, 2018 co-chair Mark Conrad, munities In Schools-Bay Area. Photo submitted Michael W. Jewell, CLU Exceptional Grooming at Common 12929 Gulf Freeway Sense Prices Suite 112 (Fuqua Exit) 281-481-2121 Remember When 281-484-9655 farmersagent.com/mjewell 40 years ago ( 1977) be known as Green Tee VII, and John Cornyn, R-Texas, resignation. The announce- ly dedicated the new Nelda State Rep. Bill Caraway, located on 17.5 acres in the recommended that President ment came just weeks after R. Sullivan Middle School ORTHODONTIST District 100, was awarded a Pasadena school district. The George W. Bush nominate Guinn lost a hotly contested in honor of the campus’s plaque by the Pasadena Edu- subdivision’s two streets, to O’Connor for the position. and controversial primary namesake at a ceremony held cators Association in appreci- be called Champion and Au- Any nomination, however, election and subsequent re- at the area school. A retired ation of the 65th Legislative gusta, are located behind and still had to be confi rmed by count and civil lawsuit to fel- businesswoman and longtime Groom & Board Session. parallel to the townhouses on the U.S. Senate. During his low Democrat Chris Diaz for community volunteer, Sulli- Local members of the Civ- Country Club Drive. professional career, O’Con- the Precinct 2 constable nomi- van has served on the PISD il Air Patrol took part in the 20 years ago (1997) nor had served as a civil lit- nation. Diaz went on to defeat board of trustees for 23 years Tues.-Sat. 11506 Hughes Rd. Spirit of St. Louis display at The Texas Department igator, a prosecutor and as South Belt resident Chris Mc- and currently serves as its 7am-6pm South Belt @ Hughes Hobby Airport. of Transportation was in counsel for the Department Donald in the general election president. The new campus is 35 years ago ( 1982) the process of changing the of Justice. for the position. Guinn said located on the site that once Dobie had seven members speed limit signs on Beltway Sagemont Church con- his decision to step down was housed Queens Intermediate, BFBGrooming.com of its orchestra selected to 8 to increase the speed to 70 structed a 50-foot-tall Christ- not the result of any pressure where Sullivan’s three chil- John E. Freeman, D.D.S., M.S. the All-State Orchestra. The mph. mas tree on its grounds in from Diaz. A South Belt resi- dren attended school. members were Cathy Cagle, J. Frank Dobie varsity preparation for an outdoor dent, Guinn started at Precinct ✰ Danetta Hawley, Sandra El- cheerleaders came in fi rst Christmas festival. 2 as a deputy in 1996. He was No Down Payment kins, Kelly Rubio, Richard place in the large varsity cat- The Clear Creek Inde- promoted to sergeant in 2004. with Verified Insurance Scott, Steve Bova and Chris egory at UCA Lone Star Re- pendent School District an- Nearly 20 suspected ille- WALKER LAW OFFICES Williams. gionals held at Sam Houston nounced a districtwide early gal immigrants were arrested Milton Walker, J.D. ✰ Payment Plan Available Gerald Williams was State University. As a result release as a way to thank the Sunday, Nov. 25, after they charged with the murder of of this win, they were to at- staff, students and commu- were found crammed into 281-481-0909 ✰ his ex-wife Katherine Wil- tend nationals in Orlando, nity for making CCISD the a house in the 9300 block Insurance Assignment liams. Florida. highest performing, large of Klondike at Easthaven. WILLS & PROBATE INJURY CASES 30 years ago (1987) 15 years ago (2002) school district in Texas. Houston police initially re- Accepted With the planting of 68 As a tribute to their devo- CCISD held the record as sponded to an assault call at BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL OIL & GAS crepe myrtles, the South Belt tion to children, Judy and Rus- the only district to maintain the address at roughly 1:15 ✰ No Referral Needed Civic Coalition completed sell Lamontagne were selected a Recognized rating 10 out of p.m. When they arrived at the LICENSED BY TEXAS SUPREME COURT Phase I of an extensive tree as the Pasadena Independent 11 years. residence, the assault victim www.walkerlaw.com ✰ Video Game Room planting campaign. School District’s 2002 Distin- 1992 Dobie graduate was nowhere to be found. 10909 Sabo, Suite 120, Houston, Texas 281-481-0909 Groundbreaking be- guished Citizens. Dianne Hegar Helms was Police, however, did fi nd 19 ✰ Quality and Caring Office gan for San Jacinto College The South Belt Dolphins temporarily released from undocumented people inside South’s student center. The won the Bay Area Football Memorial Hermann’s The the home. More than a doz- ✰ $4.6 million contract was League freshman division Institute for Rehabilitation en others fl ed the house on Certified Specialist awarded to Gene D. Liggin championship. and Research (TIRR), allow- foot when authorities arrived, Inc. for construction of the 10 years ago (2007) ing her to spend the holidays police said. The arrested FURNITURE RE-DO Member American Association of Orthodontists 58,000-square-foot building. Dobie graduate Reed with her family. Helms was suspects ranged in age from 25 years ago (1992) O’Connor was unanimously critically injured in an auto- their late teens to 20s. Police • Re-Pair • Re-Finish Dobie volleyball players confi rmed by the U.S. Senate mobile accident the previous suspect they were from Gua- Tiffany Carrethers, Jennifer to serve as a federal judge. December, leaving her in a temala, Honduras or Mexico. • Re-Glue • Re-Screw Vigliotti, Nicole Williams, O’Connor, who graduated coma. Her steady improve- Custody of the suspects was Tracey Nance and Robin in1983, fi lled the federal dis- ment surprised all of her doc- transferred to agents with Im- ‘We Re-Do For You’ Rackley were named to the trict court vacancy created tors, nurses and therapists. migration and Customs En- 23-5A all-district volleyball when Chief Judge A. Joe Fish 5 years ago (2012) forcement. For Free Estimates Call: team. of the Northern District took Sgt. Zerick Guinn of the 1 year ago (2016) Jeff Davis 281-481-3216 281-481-9575 13310 Beamer The fi rst slab was poured senior status. U.S. Sens. Kay Harris County Precinct 2 Con- The Pasadena Indepen- for a 59-lot subdivision to Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, stable’s offi ce tendered his dent School District offi cial- Thanksgiving Day 2017, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Hobby Airport digital welcome center greets visitors Trans celebrate 25th anniversary Continued from Page 4A ton websites. The iPads also selection of attractions, in- as city maps for visitors to and CEO of Houston First Sylvester Turner. “From down- provide access to the newly cluding tours, museums and take upon arrival. Corporation. “The Houston town to uptown and every launched Houston Market- bike tours among others and “As one of the country’s Interactive user-friendly inter- neighborhood in between, our place website, allowing visi- have tickets delivered to their largest and most diverse cities, face will enhance the overall city celebrates diversity and tors to build a customized itin- smart phone. Houston Interac- Houston offers visitors a dy- visitor experience, and allow culture through its world-class erary that complements their tive also offers Offi cial Hous- namic repertoire of culinary, users to easily explore our restaurants and entertainment interests and budget. Visitors ton Visitor’s Guide and Hola arts and cultural amenities,” city and quickly discover less- attractions. Houston Interac- can choose from a curated Houston guide books, as well said Dawn Ullrich, president er-known neighborhoods.” tive encourages visitors to ex- plore our city and create their own Houston experience.” The Houston Interactive center will be fully staffed by Houston First and HAS vol- unteers. Houston Interactive is open daily, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. “Houston welcomes thou- sands of visitors annually – many of whom are traveling through our airports every day and this center is their fi rst glimpse of the city,” said Houston Aviation Director Mario Diaz. “The new Hous- ton Interactive at Hobby Air- port is a simple, concierge-like platform that enables quick searches and discoveries, en- Marie and Long Tran were married on Oct. 24, 1992, is shown getting ready to embark into a volcano tube. abling visitors to easily plan and 25 years later they were able to enjoy the place Below right, the couple enjoys the sights at Rainbow their Houston experience be- where they honeymooned – Hawaii. The couple cele- Falls on the Big Island. They also visited the Dole Plan- fore leaving the airport.” brated their 25th anniversary on a trip to Oahu and the tation, the Polynesian Cultural Center and many differ- The interactive center also A ribbon cutting was held at the grand opening of the Houston Council Member Robert Gallegos; Jesus Big Island. Above, they are shown hand-in-hand gliding ent beaches as well as enjoyed time together parasailing offers three iPads for visitor through the treetops on a zipline. Below left, the couple and kayaking. Photos submitted access to VisitHouston, Goo- Houston Interactive center at Hobby Airport. Enjoy- Saenz, COO, Houston Airport System; Jorge Franz, gle Maps, Houston Airport ing the cutting of the ribbon are, left to right, Rich- senior vice president, Tourism Houston First; and Paul Systems, Houston events cal- ard McCurley, general manager, Hobby Airport; Dawn Allison, senior vice president, Resource Development endar and the Avenida Hous- Ullrich, president and CEO, Houston First; City of Houston First. Photo submitted Local delegation travels to Washington for coastal spine The momentum to build ened the case on the critical ington, D.C., a delegation of The delegation’s message leans project was done post- a coastal spine to protect the need for the coastal spine. 13 held Cabinet level meet- was straightforward — na- Hurricane Katrina. people, businesses, and in- This region produces 27 ings, as well as other meet- tionalize the issue of storm The delegation’s fi rst day dustries of the upper Texas percent of the nation’s gas- ings necessary in moving the surge protection for the South- began at the headquarters of Gulf Coast has been build- oline, 60 percent of the na- initiative forward, to create an east Texas coast by showing the ACC to prepare for the co- ing steadily since Hurricane tion’s aviation fuel, 80 percent interagency working group to the region’s signifi cance to alition meetings. Ike devastated the region in of the nation’s military grade champion the project. the nation’s economy, energy, Following were meet- September 2008. The past fuel, 35 percent of the nation’s The ACC arranged the defense and port-related trans- ings with the Department of year has seen a huge jump in natural gas production and 42 meetings, and Cal Dooley, portation. Commerce, the Department activity, notably with Texas percent of the nation’s special- president/CEO, and Bryan The delegation asked for of Transportation, the Army Land Commissioner George ty chemical feedstock. Zumwalt, vice president, Fed- the approval and full funding Corps of Engineers, the De- P. Bush fully endorsing the To say that the American eral Affairs, of ACC led the of the $12-$15 billion project partment of Energy, and a din- coastal spine. Chemistry Council has a vest- delegation, as well as Steph- and expedition of the Army ner meeting with Texas Con- An April 2017 letter from ed interest in the Bay Area anie Pizzoferrato, U.S. Gov- Corps of Engineers process to gressmen Randy Weber, Pete Bush to President Trump, Houston region would be ernment Affairs, Covestro dual-track engineering, con- Olson, Brian Babin and John signed by 62 committed quite an understatement. LLC, and Kristin Whitman, struction and permitting in the Culberson. stakeholders, further strength- On Nov. 1 and 2, in Wash- Government Relations, Shell. same way that the New Or- On Nov. 2, there were meetings with the Offi ce of Management and Budget; Wyoming’s Sen. John Bar- rasso, chairman of the Sen- ate’s Environmental Com- mittee (Chief of Staff Dan Kunsman); Oklahoma’s Sen. James Inhofe, Senate Armed Service Committee (Chief of Staff Luke Holland); Tex- Little Longhorns hold fall festival as Sen. John Cornyn, Senate Committee on Finance; and several staff members of the Offi ce of the Vice President. Little Longhorns The next steps will be to Daycare celebrated follow up with Secretary of its fi fth annual fall Energy Rick Perry, Cornyn, festival and had a and the vice president’s staff wonderful turnout. to encourage setting up an The staff also raised inter-agency working group funds for Thompson to push for approval, funding Intermediate’s Band and expedition of the Corps Department by sell- process on this project. ing tickets to throw Bob Mitchell, president, a pie at a face. Ken- Bay Area Houston Econom- ny Fernandez, owner ic Partnership, stated, “It is of Little Longhorns signifi cant that the ACC con- Daycare and mem- tacted Chad Burke, Econom- ber of the Pasadena ic Alliance Houston Port Re- Independent School gion, who requested BAHEP District school board, to form a special team to meet also took many pies to with infl uential offi ces and his face. Shown, left to agencies in Washington. right, Kassandra Ol- As the morning sun’s rays fi lter through the fence sur- A&M University at Galveston; City of Houston Council “After nine years of work, meda and Kenny Fer- rounding the White House, the Texas delegation prepares Member Dave Martin; Marc Havican, chief storytelling this indicates that we’re on the nandez getting pied by for a full day of meetings. Shown, left to right, Mayor Mi- offi cer, Space City Films; Chad Burke, president and cusp of getting the funding Julian Flores. chel Bechtel, Morgan’s Point; City of Houston Council CEO, Economic Alliance Houston Port Region; Texas necessary to design, develop Photo by Ana Flores Member David Robinson; Bob Mitchell, BAHEP presi- State Sen. Larry Taylor; and Hector Rivero, president and build the coastal spine dent; Col. Len Waterworth, executive professor, Texas and CEO, Texas Chemical Council. Photo submitted system.” Christmas play set A Little Christmas Spirit Continued from Page 3A Due to the popularity of the and T. J. Griffey. play, an extra Thursday night Israeli Folk Dancing dates set Annette Forsythe, portrays performance has been added And the dancing continues. What meant to last only for four to fi ve months is now in its South Belt Mrs. Fezziwig. She is joined to the regular schedule. Shows eighth year, as the participants do not want to stop dancing. The sessions are not built on one at Pasadena theater by Mary Hendrgen (Mrs. will be Thursday, Friday, and another, so missing a few sessions or just starting still affords catching up quickly. Graphics & Printing Cratchet), Alexey Kofman Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday Pasadena Little Theatre, Houston’s old- rectors Julie Owen and Carolyn McLeod The dances are held at Congregation Shaar Hashalom on Mondays, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. One stop for all (Bob Cratchett), Jordan Em- at 2:30 p.m. at the theater, 3803 The last session for November will be Nov. 27. December dates are 4, 11 and 18. There is est community theater in continuous oper- along with an outstanding cast. This pro- your printing needs: ation, begins its 63rd season with A Little duction opens on Dec. 1 and continues mitte (Belinda), Lucy Manner Highway 3 in Dickinson. no session on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Christmas Spirit by Pat Cook. weekends through Dec. 17. Friday and (Martha), Michael Richards Tickets prices start at $12 The cost is $4 per session or $35 for 10 sessions for CSH members and $5 per session or • Business Forms • Business Cards • Custom Letterheads & Envelopes J. D. Morse is looking for a Christmas Saturday showtimes are at 8 p.m. and (Tiny Tim) and a number of with discounts available for $45 for 10 sessions for nonmember will cover expenses. others. Colorful sets have been students, military, seniors and Dancing is an excellent cardiovascular exercise while having fun and everyone is welcome • Wedding Invitations present but with no luck. In desperation he Sunday matinées are at 2:30 p.m. Ticket • Thank You Notes • Menus goes into Nick’s Emporium. What would prices for adults are $18 at the door and designed by Nipper with light- groups of ten or more. to join the group. • Directories • and much more! you do with the chance to step back in $15 if purchased in advance online. Tick- ing and sound by Kaira Jack- For more information, call Congregation Shaar Hashalom is located at 16020 El Camino Real and is the conservative time? Would you make different decisions et prices for students and seniors are $12. son. Eunyoung Park will be the 281-337-7469, visit Facebook synagogue in the Bay Area. The entire community is invited to attend. For more information, 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 the second time around? These are the There is one Thursday evening show on pianist. or www.harbourtheater.com. contact the synagogue offi ce at 281-488-5861 or at [email protected]. questions J. D. Morse fi nds himself facing Dec. 14, which is the 2-for-$20 show. To when he steps over the threshold of Nick’s purchase tickets, make reservations or Emporium and back into his early 20s. for more information, call the box offi ce PLT’s presentation of A Little Christ- at 713-941-1758 or log onto www.pasade mas Spirit by Pat Cook features as di- nalittletheatre.org. CHURCH DIRECTORY AAttendttend thethe churchchurch ofof youryour choicechoice

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Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated Bill & Cheryl Hines Register Now! 281-481-2003 Thursday 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday 4 to 5 p.m. WEEKLY SERVICE TIMES Parish Office 281-481-6816 Sunday Wednesday Featured in Pasadena Little Theatre’s production of A Little Christmas Spirit by Pat Faith Formation 281-481-4251 Early Service • 7:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting • 7:00 p.m. Cook are, left to right, Kim, Nikki V. Thompson; Jenny, Tegan Merriman; Nick, Youth Ministry 281-481-4735 Sunday School • 9:30 a.m. Mid-Week Service • 7:45 p.m. Jeffery Merriman; Angelina, Jean Ciampi; Jerry, Zachary Seabora; Mary, Peyton St. Luke’s offers ministries for ALL-families, men, women, youth, Worship Service • 10:45 a.m. Harris; and Sandra, Karen Rush. Photo by Dario Failla children, young adults, single, divorced, separated, widowed. Nursery Available at all Services Page 6 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thanksgiving Day 2017 New Dobie 9 construction well underway BHI collects for Leader Christmas Program

Beverly Hills Intermediate students collected canned Conaway, (second row) Stacey Barber (principal), An- goods for the South Belt-Ellington Leader Christmas dres Aguirre, Vicente C. Godinez, Alejandro Garza, The Dobie High School Ninth Grade Center is nearing completion. the new school in January will be printed in the Dec. 7 issue of the food program. Some students participating in the Jose Ramirez, Treylyn Burrell, Jerry Pradia, Adrian The fi nishing touches are being added to the school. The school is Leader. Outside area shown here will be available for outside eating collection are, left to right, (front row) Josiah Izagu- Escalera, Caleb Rubio, (back row) Bery Mejia, Lam- scheduled to open January 2018 for all Dobie ninth-grade students. and various other activities. irre, Ulises Sanchez, Allan Solache, Edward Gonza- ona Leman, Khalilah Olezene, Armando Chapa and Full information for students and parents of students who will attend Photo by Israel Grinberg lez, Genevieve Herrera, Naydelin Almaguer, Keshaud Anthony Gossett. Photo by Marie Flickinger

Meador shares Thanksgiving wishes Thanksgiving meal at Moore Elementary

Meador Elementary had more than 400 parents and grandparents at- their families and community. Shown above, Vanessa Cox (left) poses with tend its Thanksgiving family luncheons last week. Families enjoyed her fi rst-grade son Jackson Cox. Shown below, second-grader Christopher turkey and dressing, spending time together and taking fall pictures. Nunez (right) enjoys time with his grandma Patricia Jaramillo (left) and Meador staff members are thankful for all the wonderful students, great-grandmother Priscilla Jaramillo. Photos by Tara Merida

Moore Elementary held a family Thanksgiving lunch da Chacon. Esmeralda is also a fi rst-grade teacher at on campus. Shown, above, is the Chacon family enjoy- Moore. Shown, below, is the Alonso family enjoying the Martin hosts street ing the festivities. Left to right are (front row) Octa- Thanksgiving celebration. Left to right are, Juan, Ma- widening meeting vious, Diego, Luke, Sophia and (back row) Esmeral- ria, Sophia, and Mateo Alonso. Photos submitted Houston City Coun- traffi c counts along this sec- Moore cil Member Dave Martin, tion of roadway. After as- the City of Houston Public sessing the traffi c counts, Works and Engineering De- PWE determined El Dorado students partment and Harris Coun- Boulevard is capable of ac- ty Precinct 2 Commissioner commodating current traffi c. Jack Morman's offi ce will However, Martin believes in program host a public input meet- the widening of El Dorado ing regarding the El Dorado Boulevard is essential as the Boulevard Widening Project. area continues to develop. The meeting will take By partnering with Mor- place on Nov. 30 from 6:30 man, the City and County to 8 p.m. at the University of are able to work together and Houston-Clear Lake, Bay- develop three alignment op- Shown, left to right, Jayden ou Building, Garden Room, tions to improve current and Rice and Brody Clouse 2700 Bay Area Blvd. future mobility in this area. smile big for the fi rst grade As development has in- The goal of this meeting Thanksgiving program at creased in the area, Martin is to offer residents the op- Moore Elementary. See re- has received several con- portunity to provide input lated photo on Page 1A. cerns from residents about about these alignment op- future traffi c on the section tions as well as address any of El Dorado Boulevard, concerns or wishes for the south of Clear Lake City project prior to fi nalizing the Boulevard to Horsepen Bay- design. There will be free ou, which is currently two parking for attendees in Lot lanes. R. In response to these con- For more information, cerns, Martin asked PWE contact the District E offi ce to investigate and conduct at 832-393-3008 or via email at [email protected]. New Directions sets meetings New Directions is a sin- gles group for those age 50 and older. Meetings are the fi rst and third Mondays at the Webster Presbyteri- an Church, 201 W. NASA Pkwy., at 6 p.m. There will a potluck dinner and may in- clude guest speakers and/or group activities. For further information, call Margarita Join us Thursday, the 7th of December 832-715-9658. 3:00 PM to 7:00 pm Pct. 1 to adjust use of area county parks THERE WILL BE SUPER SPECIALS, Continued from Page 1A Smart steering committee, cinct. the renowned Texas Medi- the project is to enhance and DOOR PRIZES, FOOD, & FUN! er entities such as the City of a diverse panel of dedicated The next phase will in- cal Center, Houston’s major expand access to high-quali- Houston’s Bike Plan and the community leaders and local volve park and trail evalu- universities, the Museum ty parks and trails, the Park- Houston Parks Board’s Bay- experts who will help de- ations, green infrastructure District, and the region’s top Smart Precinct One team ou Greenways 2020 initia- velop priorities, vision, and assessment and an active sports teams, including the also will identify ways to tive and Beyond the Bayous strategies — and foster deep transportation study. Project 2017 World Series Champi- integrate arts and culture planning efforts. community engagement. leaders also will develop a on Houston Astros. into the process of develop- It also marks the fi rst time Scheduled to be com- web-based decision-support Precinct One’s urban ing green spaces, cultivating The Trust for Public Land pleted in early 2019, the tool that Precinct One can and rural communities face community engagement, has been able to bring togeth- project will initially focus use to identify the places a range of environmen- and stewarding future public er its community-based park on community engagement where parks and trails are tal challenges, particularly spaces. planning, Climate-Smart efforts, including steering able to be utilized most pro- post-Harvey. Ultimately, all this pro- Cities, Healthy Communi- committee meetings, com- ductively. The historic fl ooding dev- cess will help Precinct One ties, Creative Placemaking, munity workshops, speak- Precinct One has a di- astated many communities identify the places where and Center for City Parks out events, interviews and verse population of 1.1 mil- and exposed the region’s parks and trails can do Excellence programs into a precinctwide telephone lion people and spans 375 vulnerability to severe the most to increase envi- one project. poll. square miles, an area larger storms, but it also highlight- ronmental resilience and Ellis announced the Several community work- than New York City. It is the ed Precinct One’s communi- improve the health of vul- 18-month project after the shops are scheduled in De- educational and cultural hub ty spirit and ingenuity. nerable and underserved fi rst meeting of the Park- cember throughout the Pre- of the city and is home to While the primary goal of communities. SECTION B Thanksgiving Day 2017, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 1 SPORTS & CLASSIFIED Norman steps down as Dobie’s varsity football head coach By John Bechtle included just five overall Less than a week fol- career at Pearland High campaigns. tual arrival of his replace- ball program has hit a low two-year realignment next to be a great option at re- Sports Editor wins, Mike Norman has lowing a 45-27 loss to School as an assistant The Longhorns made ment will affect current point. February that will cover ceiver, and there are sever- Following three sea- resigned from his role as La Porte that eliminated coach, delivered a 10-19 the playoffs in 2015, but assistant coaches. The program has not the 2018-2019 and 2019- al offensive linemen slated sons of disappointment, the Longhorns’ varsity his program from playoff overall record in his three then defeated only Pas- It’s common knowl- won a playoff game since 2020 school years. to return. including the last two that football head coach. consideration, Norman adena and Sam Rayburn edge that newly-appointed 2004, and the last overall Dobie knows it will Defensively, the Long- met with Dobie principal in District 22-6A play the head coaches are typically winning record came in compete with fellow Pas- horns will lose the majori- Franklin Moses and decid- past two years while miss- allowed to bring in their 2014 at 6-4, but the Long- adena ISD schools Memo- ty of what was a solid line- 22-6A has rough week ed to step down. ing the postseason. own offensive and defen- horns subsequently lost in rial, Pasadena, Sam Ray- backing crew, and there Just like that, the Dis- fore a turnover on downs A day later, Moses left The facts are the facts. sive coordinator choices. the bidistrict playoffs to burn and South Houston in will be vacancies in the trict 22-6A varsity football ended their season. on a family vacation and Being a head football From there, however, North Shore. district play, but will Deer secondary and defensive season is complete. As for district champion was unavailable for com- coach in Texas is not un- there are other consider- Dobie won eight overall Park and La Porte stay or fronts. Each of the district’s Deer Park, second-place ment. Upon his return, it is like most professions in ations in play with regard games and a district cham- go? Will other programs Kicker Joshua Hernan- four bidistrict playoff en- Pasadena Memorial and expected that Moses will that it is a results-driven to other staff changes, pionship in 2011 and then join the mix? dez will return after hav- tries was bounced out in fourth-place La Porte, the appoint an in-house assis- business. The results de- such as a given coach’s came up with seven wins From a varsity roster ing had a solid freshman the opening round. results were no better. tant coach to oversee off- livered over Norman’s teaching role, second sport in 2012. Since then, Dobie standpoint, Dobie will re- season at the varsity level. South Houston, the Deer Park lost to North season football activities three seasons simply did obligations, etc. is 26-36 over five seasons. turn 22-6A leading rusher Dobie went to the third third-place finisher in 22- Shore at home Nov. 17 by until a new head football not meet the expectations Looking at wins and What will the new head Kris Morris at tailback but round of the postseason in 6A, was involved in the a 48-7 count, and Memo- coach is appointed. of the Dobie program. losses only, particularly coach inherit? It all starts will start a first-year quar- 2004 but has not tasted a most competitive game of rial was hammered 58-7 Norman, who came to It’s far too early to es- over the 2016 and 2017 with a new schedule. The terback for the fourth con- playoff win since that sea- Dobie prior to the 2015 timate just how Norman’s seasons, there’s little argu- University Interscholastic secutive season. son. Just how high shall the bidistrict round, losing against Atascocita at Turn- Mike Norman to Kingwood 28-21 Nov. er Stadium in Humble. season following a long resignation and the even- ment that the Dobie foot- League will unveil a new Cameron Guy figures Continued on Page 3B 17 at Veterans Stadium in Similarly, La Porte took Pasadena. on Summer Creek Nov. 18 The Trojans took offen- at Turner Stadium, losing Jersey retirement fitting for JFD’s Christmas-Kelly sive possession in the final 63-24 after trailing 49-3 at two minutes of action be- halftime. By John Bechtle jersey officially retired. commonplace to elevate sport, Gibson wasted lit- that first season. regular season, she was gion III championship that Sports Editor Among those on hand freshmen to the varsity tle time in giving Christ- How did she repay him? named the Most Valuable led to a berth in the state REDWING SERVICES The greatest of the was Doug Gibson, who level in essentially any mas-Kelly a varsity jersey The first week or so of the Player of the Texas Invita- semifinals. In the Region General Contractors - Ron Whatley great. 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Doug Gibson (left), former Dobie varsity girls’ bas- ceremony in front of the student body in attendance ketball head coach, and his wife, Sherri (right) joined at the McDonald’s Texas Invitational. Gibson was the Karima Christmas-Kelly (center) Nov. 17, at Dobie team’s head coach in 2004 when the Lady Longhorns High School as her jersey No. 13 was retired during a made their way to the state tournament. Dobie High School honors Christmas-Kelly, jersey No. 13 Continued from Page 1B season, Dobie featured fu- the load. It was a great fit.” that I needed, to be able to anymore, she was already up work on her master’s husband now own a home people who helped her head coach Shane Brown season for the entire team ture collegiate hoopsters While she was also gift- get a feel for what it was drawing heavy interest degree in sports manage- in Atlanta, Christmas-Kel- along the way. never had a chance to and quite a freshman year Sharee Shepard (Southern ed and talented enough to like to compete against the from some of the coun- ment. Instead of traveling ly would love to eventual- She was thrilled Gibson coach Christmas-Kelly for Christmas-Kelly. Methodist) and Tamara have played varsity vol- older, more experienced try’s top collegiate wom- overseas this summer, ly work full-time at Geor- made it to town to be a part while either were at Do- “There was really no Vaughn (Texas-Arling- leyball her freshman sea- players. en’s basketball programs. she’s been home in Atlan- gia Tech or some other of the festivities, and also bie, he did call her “the hesitation at all,” Gibson ton). son, Christmas-Kelly was As for winning the Following the comple- ta, resting her body and college nearby. thanked her parents, By- greatest player in the his- said of the decision to Another player, Chewy understandably nervous MVP award at the Texas tion of a terrific four-year performing an internship While Christmas-Kelly ron and Jennita Christmas, tory of Dobie girls’ bas- bring Christmas-Kelly to Agoucha, played volley- at the thought of playing Invitational, sometimes career at Dobie, Christ- in the athletic department is quick to point out that for their never-ending sup- ketball.” He’s correct, and the varsity ranks that first ball and competed in field varsity basketball. everything just fits. mas-Kelly signed with at Georgia Tech Universi- it’s only been 10 years port. now Christmas-Kelly has season right out of the events in college at Fur- Granted, Christ- “Those first couple of Duke University. ty. since she left Dobie, she While current Dobie her jersey No. 13 framed gate. man. mas-Kelly had played on games, we had the home Christmas-Kelly has Because she and her does remember all of the varsity girls’ basketball to prove it. “Physically she was Gibson knew he had the the varsity volleyball team court advantage of play- always seemed to play at ready, and although you leadership end of things earlier in the fall, but bas- ing at Dobie, and I always her best when the stakes always wonder about the covered. For him, it was ketball, her first love, was enjoyed that,” Christ- are the highest. mental side of the game all about adding Christ- a different story. mas-Kelly said. Although she was not with a freshman, she was mas-Kelly’s athleticism to “I was nervous going “Even against Clear a top offensive option at ready. Even in AAU bas- an already solid team. into that first basketball Brook in the final, it was Duke, her tenacious play ketball, she was fairly “The other seniors season, but being on the against a neighborhood ri- earned her All-ACC Tour- young for her competitive stepped up and played volleyball team helped val. It was fun and exciting nament honors on two dif- level, but she was produc- their roles like we knew me grow a lot,” Christ- to be able to play them.” ferent occasions. tive.” they would. Karima didn’t mas-Kelly said. As a sophomore, Most importantly, During that 2003-2004 have the stress of carrying “It was good experience Christmas-Kelly was ob- Christmas-Kelly met her viously thrust into more of future husband at Duke, Freshman season at Dobie 2004 – Made the varsity girls’ team at Do- a leadership role. Players and earned her bachelor’s such as Shepard, Vaughn, degree in sociology. bie from the moment she set foot through the door, averaged nearly 10 Agoucha and others had Following the comple- points and more than 5 rebounds per game as a freshman, eventually help- graduated and moved on. tion of her senior season Still, she turned in a solid at Duke, Christmas-Kelly ing guide the Lady Longhorns to the 2004 Region III Championship and season in both volleyball had thoughts of possibly and basketball and ap- being selected in the 2011 the program’s only state tournament berth. Was named the District 23- peared to be well on her WNBA Draft. 5A Newcomer of the Year and was the Texas Invitational’s Most Valuable way. “I was actually at the However, Christ- gym working out with Player after leading Dobie to a win over Clear Brook in the girls’ cham- mas-Kelly suffered a (Duke teammate) Krystal shoulder injury during Thomas, and we weren’t pionship game. It was the first year the Texas Invitational had included a the summer between her really thinking about it,” sophomore and junior sea- Christmas-Kelly said of girls’ bracket. sons. To hear Gibson tell the draft process. Sophomore season at Dobie 2005 –Scored 13.3 points and pulled down it, Christmas-Kelly’s inju- “I got a message that ry was a huge blow both to I had been drafted in the 7.4 rebounds per game, earning District 23-5A Most Valuable Player ac- the player and the team. second round (23rd over- “The summer between all to the Washington colades. her sophomore and junior Mystics), and it was a Junior season at Dobie 2006 – Played in just 8 games after suffering a seasons, I saw Karima in dream come true. a summer league game at “My favorite player shoulder injury, but scored just over 10 points per game before exiting for Dobie that included Sha- growing up in the WNBA ree, Tamara, Kelli Grif- was Cynthia Cooper. She the season. fin from Clear Brook and was No. 14, and I didn’t Senior season at Dobie 2007 – Scored 18.7 points and pulled down 9.6 others that were already in want people saying I was college. wearing her number. Plus, rebounds per game while leading Dobie to a 32-7 record. Was a Parade “Karima was the best I wanted to prove that No. player on the court, and it 13 was not unlucky.” Karima Christmas-Kelly speaks to those in atten- starter while with the Lady Longhorns and is widely Magazine fourth team All-American selection and was a McDonald’s wasn’t close. There’s real- In that 2011 draft, dance during her jersey retirement ceremony Nov. considered the best player in program history. ly no telling how good she Duke’s Jasmine Thomas 17 at Dobie High School. She was a four-year varsity All-American Game nominee. Played in the Women’s Basketball Coaches could have been that year.” went 12th overall, while Association’s All-American Game. Captured Dobie team MVP honors in Luckily for Christmas, Krystal Thomas was tak- while the injury ended her en with the 36th and final 2005 and 2007 and was a Superintendent’s Student Council honoree. desire to play volleyball choice of the three-round draft. Both Thomas play- ers went to the Seattle Storm. Whatever the prima- ry reason in Washington, things didn’t last long for Christmas-Kelly in the nation’s capital. She was traded that offseason to the Indiana Fever and won a WNBA championship ring with Tamika Catch- ings, one of the game’s most recognizable names, leading the way for the Fe- ver. Christmas has now played for several WNBA teams during her sev- en seasons and has also played in Israel, Italy and South Korea. Like it or not, WNBA salaries are nothing spe- cial. It is necessary for many of the game’s play- ers to travel overseas in the offseason in order to earn the bigger paydays. It may not be fair, per say, but it’s the way it is. With seven years of WNBA service and a new marriage now in the picture, Christmas-Kelly knows basketball won’t last forever. She’s forev- er grateful to have played this long and still hopes to Among the dozens in attendance to celebrate Kari- the Pasadena ISD’s assistant director of athletics. Following her standout career at Dobie, Karima at Duke and was drafted into the WNBA. Christ- continue next season. ma Christmas-Kelly’s (center) jersey retirement Harrell, currently a Pasadena ISD associate super- Christmas-Kelly played four years at Duke Uni- mas-Kelly has now played seven seasons profession- But she’s also focusing were Donna Branch (left) and Alyta Harrell. Branch intendent of development, was the principal at Bev- versity, earning numerous postseason tournament ally and resides in Atlanta. on her future in the busi- was Dobie’s varsity volleyball coach during Christ- erly Hills Intermediate during Christmas-Kelly’s honors. She met her husband, Austin Kelly, while Photo courtesy of Duke University ness world. She’s finishing mas-Kelly’s freshman season at Dobie and is now three years there. Thanksgiving Day 2017, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 JFD baseball sets golf Dobie head coach Lions’ seventh-grade boys’ hoops ready to roar The Dobie Diamond ing Dobie booster club Club will host its annual member Chris Escalera at golf tournament fund- 832-630-4007. Prices the Norman steps down raiser Saturday, Dec. 2, day of the tournament in- at the Pearland Country crease to $100 and $400, Continued from Page 1B and Dawson for the same Club. Individual play- respectively. the bar be set moving for- roles. ers ($80) and foursomes There will also be ward? It will be set high. Following the comple- ($320) may register prior raffles and door prizes Fair or unfair? tion of the football post- to the tournament by call- awarded after the event. There are plenty of season, there very likely folks on the outside look- could be a few more in the ing in who wonder how a general vicinity. school with a UIL regis- Dobie, with Norman tered enrollment of 4,176 stepping down now, has an Sports Calendar is not more successful on opportunity to get out of the football field, particu- the gate ahead of others in BASKETBALL larly with many of its stu- its search. Tuesday, Nov. 28 dent-athletes arriving from The exact timing of Dobie varsity girls at Clements, 7:00 two of the district’s most Dobie’s progress regard- Dobie varsity boys host Clear Brook, 7:00 successful intermediate ing the opening is not Brook varsity girls at C.E. King, 7:00 athletic programs – Bever- yet known. The job will ly Hills and Thompson. need to be posted (adver- Dobie JV boys host Clear Lake, 5:30 There will be plenty of tised) for a specific period Dobie JV girls at Clements, 5:30 interest in the Dobie head of time, and Moses and Brook JV girls at C.E. King, 5:30 coaching job. There is al- members of his search Dobie sophomore boys host Clear Brook, 5:30 most always dozens and committee will then need Dobie freshman A boys host Clear Brook, 4:00 dozens of applicants for to pare the list of potential any Class 6A coach of its candidates down to a se- Brook freshman A girls at C.E. King, 4:00 kind in Texas. lect few. Dobie freshman A girls at Clements, 4:00 Goose Creek ISD (Bay- The varsity head coach- Dobie freshman B boys host Clear Brook, 4:00 town) officials received ing job at Dobie was Nor- more than 90 applications man’s first of its kind after Wednesday, Nov. 29 for one of its varsity foot- he was a longtime assis- ball programs that has had tant at Pearland. Beverly Hills 7th Dark girls hosts Jackson, 5:00 very little success over Will Dobie opt for a Beverly Hills 7th Light girls hosts Jackson, 6:15 many years. proven head coach with a Beverly Hills 8th Dark girls hosts Jackson, 5:00 The head coaching jobs solid track record on the Beverly Hills 8th Light girls hosts Jackson, 6:15 that usually include a cam- field, or will another assis- Thompson 7th Dark girls at Southmore, 5:00 pus athletic coordinator tant coach draw the nod? Thompson 7th Light girls at Southmore, 6:15 role are simply coveted. It’s anyone’s guess at What kind of compe- this point. Once Moses re- Thompson 8th Dark girls at Southmore, 5:00 tition might the Dobie turns from vacation, more Those chosen to play seventh-grade boys’ basketball at Thomp- da, Marcus Millender, Jer’Keithric Moore, Anthony Newsome, Thompson 8th Light girls at Southmore, 6:15 search committee, headed of the details will begin son Intermediate dressed for success to celebrate the tipoff (back row) Logan Riley, Thompson head coach Daniel Sawyer, Beverly Hills 7th Dark boys at Jackson, 5:00 by Moses, face? to unfold. The upcoming of the season. Members of the program include, left to right, Anforny Lee, Cassius Martinez, Kaleb Campos, Jose Medina, There are already holiday season just got a (front row) Daniel Delgado, Elias Wallace, Noah Gaytan, Travis Jose Mitchell, Ramon Revilla and Elijah Howard. Beverly Hills 7th Light boys at Jackson, 6:15 Webb, Isaiah Correa, Luis Nieves, Derrick Doss, Juan Estra- Beverly Hills 8th Dark boys at Jackson, 5:00 openings at Clear Creek lot more interesting. Beverly Hills 8th Light boys at Jackson, 6:15 Thompson 7th Dark boys host Southmore, 5:00 JFD varsity basketball teams collect hardware at McDonald’s invite Thompson 7th Light boys host Southmore, 6:15 Thompson 8th Dark boys host Southmore, 5:00 Continued from Page 1B from Fosnight. Westside, games, Katy Taylor swept Justin Thomas had 10 win their bracket. Similar- Cypress Creek raced out perhaps looking to fi nd a Thompson 8th Light boys host Southmore, 6:15 pool play, losing games to meanwhile, went 5-0 in through the Division 2 sil- more. ly, the Dobie girls came up to a 13-0 lead, pushed the top scoring option after the a pair of teams that even- the tournament, beating ver bracket, defeating Fort Going against 22-6A with a big effort over the edge to 17-3 and never 2017 graduation of all- tually won bracket cham- Mansfi eld Summit 47- Bend Austin 61-58 for the rival Pasadena Memorial three days to grab a cham- looked back. time leading scorer David Thursday, Nov. 30 through Saturday, Dec. 2 pionships in the Division 23 in the Division 2 gold championship. later that afternoon at Phil- pionship trophy. The Lady Longhorns Azore, beat Baytown Ster- Brook varsity boys at Krueger-Carlisle invite., TBA 2 fi eld. bracket title game. With their two losses, lips Field House, Dobie The Lady Longhorns came back in the silver ling 75-67 in their tourna- Brook varsity girls at Krueger-Carlisle invite, TBA Playing the 9 a.m. game Later in the day Nov. the Longhorns dropped got 19 points from Garrett crushed St. Pius 68-28 in division for a pair of tight ment opener but then fell Dobie varsity boys at Katy invite., TBA at Dobie Nov. 16 on the 16, the Longhorns again into the Division 2 bronze and 18 from Fosnight to their tournament opener, wins to claim a trophy. in three straight games. tournament’s opening day, found themselves on the bracket. edge the Mavericks 57-54, and then bounced Pasade- First came a 37-35 vic- The Wolverines lost 52- Brook JV boys at Alief ISD invite., TBA the Longhorns watched short end of a 72-51 out- In that bracket open- reaching the Division 2 na Memorial 41-33. tory over San Antonio 49 to Mansfi eld Summit, Dobie JV boys at South Houston invit., TBA Westside go on a 26-6 come against Katy Taylor. er Nov. 17 against Edin- bronze bracket title game Dobie then ran into a Brennan, then the Lady then played a tight game Dobie sophomore boys at Pasadena ISD invite, TBA run in the third quarter en In that one, Katy Tay- burg Vela, the Longhorns against Baytown Sterling. buzzsaw Nov. 17 as even- Longhorns came up with a against Katy Taylor before Dobie freshman B boys at Memorial invit., TBA route to a 61-44 victory. lor rolled to the win de- cruised to a 67-36 victory Thanks to Fosnight’s tual Division 2 gold brack- 61-60 win against Corpus a 44-41 victory. D.J. Garrett had 16 spite 23 points from Gar- as Marquice Scott paved monster game and 21 et winner Cypress Creek Christi Veterans Memori- In the Wolverines’ fi - Tuesday, Dec. 5 points for the Longhorns, rett. the way with 17 points. more points from Thomas, delivered a 76-42 victory al. nal game, Sam Rayburn who also got 14 points After splitting pool play Fosnight added 14, while the Longhorns went on to over the locals at home. The Clear Brook boys, pulled away to win 68-59. Dobie varsity boys at Dawson, 7:00 Brook varsity boys at Goose Creek Memorial, 7:00 Brook varsity girls at The Woodlands, 7:00 Dobie varsity girls host Dawson, 7:00 Dobie JV girls host Dawson, 5:30 Brook JV boys at Goose Creek Memorial, 5:30 Dobie JV boys at Dawson, 5:30 Brook JV girls at The Woodlands, 5:30 Dobie sophomore boys at Dawson, 5:30 Brook sophomore boys at G.C. Memorial, 5:30 Dobie freshman A girls host Dawson, 4:00 Brook freshman A girls at The Woodlands, 4:00 Brook freshman A boys at G.C. Memorial, 4:00 Dobie freshman A boys at Dawson, 4:00 Dobie freshman B boys at Dawson, 4:00 Brook freshman B boys at G.C. Memorial, 4:00 Dobie freshman B girls host Shadow Creek, 4:00

Friday, Dec. 8 Brook varsity girls vs. Dobie, Phillips, 7:00 Dobie varsity boys host Pearland, 7:00 Brook varsity boys host Galveston Ball, 7:00 Brook varsity girls vs. Dobie, Phillips, 5:30 Brook JV boys host Galveston Ball, 5:30 Dobie JV boys host Pearland, 5:30 Brook sophomore boys host Galveston Ball, 5:30 Brook freshman A girls vs. Dobie, Phillips, 4:00 Dobie freshman A boys host Pearland, 4:00 Brook freshman A boys host Galveston Ball, 4:00 Dobie’s Destiny Estes (21) guards Cypress Creek’s in the Division 2 gold bracket, while Dobie won the Charlee Peters (5) of Dobie advances the ball over the time line during the Lady Brook freshman B boys host Galveston Ball, 4:00 Jamia Griffi n (24) during the early stages of Cy- Division 2 silver bracket at the McDonald’s Texas Longhorns’ run through the McDonald’s Texas Invitational. With a 61-60 win Creek’s easy 76-42 victory over the Lady Longhorns Invitational. Dobie went 4-1 overall in the tourna- over Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial, Dobie won the Division 2 silver brack- Dobie freshman B boys host Pearland, 4:00 Nov. 17, at Dobie. Cy-Creek went on to win the title ment. Photos by John Bechtle et crown. CALENDAR ✯✯✯✯✯✯✯ THANKSGIVING not alone, and discover choices available. For details, Sundays, 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel at Life Church, 9900 Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23 call 281-484-9243. Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 for details or to details. 7 a.m. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 RSVP for child care. 6-8 p.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through 7:30 a.m. 7 p.m. CrossRoads UMC – Mercy Hearts meets on the sec- Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Alcoholics Anonymous – “Breakfast with Bill”, Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA ond and fourth Mondays, 6 to 8 p.m., at CrossRoads Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference Saturdays, 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, meets Sundays, 7 p.m., 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. UMC located at 10030 Scarsdale. The focus of the new room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, Cornell Conference For details, call 713-856-1611. Mercy Hearts is support for families of inmates and Noon room. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? Meets ex-offenders. The program will provide a complimentary Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners 10 a.m. Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 to 8 p.m., St. meal, group Bible study and discussion. Child care is Group, noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta St. For provided. This is a confi dential ministry and information 713-856-1611. open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. For informa- details, call 713-306-4366 or 713-480-4166. will be treated accordingly. For details, contact C. 7 p.m. tion, call 713-856-1611. 8 p.m. Talbot at 281-245-7072 or [email protected]. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open 11 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads 6 p.m. meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 Scrabble Club #511 – Meets Monday at IHOP, 11222 First Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, women affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281- Fuqua. Come, improve crossword playing skills. Call call 713-856-1611. United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., 484-9243. 281-488-2923 for details. No meetings on holidays. AT YOUR Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? Meets Pasadena, Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281- MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27 6:30 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 - 8 p.m., St. 487-8787, or drop in. 10 a.m. Pearland Overeaters Anonymous HOW Meeting – FINGERTIPS Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta St. For 1 p.m. Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays, 10 – 11 a.m. Literature Mondays at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2535 E. details, call 713-306-4366 or 713-480-4166. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P Broadway (FM 518), Pearland. Enter door next to recy- FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at Street, Deer Park. Enter through back of church. Call cling bins. For details, call 713-865-3668 or visit www. READ 7 a.m. 281-480-1911 for details. 409-454-5720 for details, or drop in. oahouston.org. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through 8 p.m. 10 a.m. 7 p.m. THE Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), CLASSIFIEDS room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For details, call 281-484- 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 for details. Pearland, First Presbyterian Church-youth bldg. For and you’re guaranteed Noon 9243. 11:30 a.m. information, call 713-856-1611. a spin around the world Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – West End Group, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Overeaters Anonymous Deer Park – 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. of buying and selling... noon, Shepherd of the Heart United Methodist Church, 1 p.m. 12:30 p.m. Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Saint Luke’s Group, 12 jobs and homes, 12005 County Rd. 39, Pearland. For details, call 713- Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and Church, 1202 East P Street, Deer Park. Enter through Step Recovery, open meeting Mondays, 7:30 – 8:30 choice business 856-1611. Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club Fellowship Hall in back of church. Call 409-454-5720 for p.m. in the Education Bldg., 11011 Hall Rd., 77089. For 7 p.m. at 281-480-1911 for details. details, or drop in. details, call Russell at 832-483-6715. opportunities and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, 2 p.m. Noon 7:30 p.m. sometimes just a friend... open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. Call 713- Grief Support Group – For adults who have lost a Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Congregation Shaar Hashalom – Israeli Folk Dancing 856-1611. loved one. Meets Sundays, except Mother’s Day, Group, noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. 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I truly ap- your time here. grade school years while softball verbal commit preciate their love and “Yvonne has taken that competing on the select Taylor Pleasants, will re- support.” message to heart and has softball circuit, Whaley turn. But Dobie will have Off the softball field, been amazing. She sees thought she was good. The first-year pitchers and Whaley says she plans to an opportunity to make a reality? Whaley possessed catchers, too. study kinesiology at Texas difference in someone’s a tremendous amount of “I’ve just tried to set Tech. No she’s not headed life or even to help show athletic ability. That’s the tone for them and let to the field as a coach, but a young player the right likely the biggest reason them know what to ex- rather hopes to become an way, and she does it. she landed on the varsity pect during the offseason,” athletic trainer. “As Yvonne’s mentor squad. Whaley said. “I think we A multi-sport stand- in the softball program, I But like most freshmen have a chance to win the out at Dobie – Whaley can say she is an amazing always ultimately must district title. Deer Park just days ago was named leader. Yvonne has a good go, Whaley was forced to (defending 22-6A champi- the District 22-6A first head on her shoulders and learn that despite her tal- on) has new pitching, and team libero – she simply knows what she wants ent, it was all of the extra I absolutely hate to lose to likes being around sports to achieve in softball and work and dedication that Memorial. It’s up to my- and the athletes who play in life. There’s no doubt would make her great. self and some of the others them. she’ll be successful.” Perhaps no more was that to lead the way, and some “I enjoy sports,” she So for one more sea- theory on display than last of these young players can said. “I played volleyball son, Whaley will be a gift season, when Whaley was help us get there.” as more of an escape (from to the Dobie softball pro- easily one of the Houston Regardless of how softball) for me, but this gram. Both Whaley and area’s most feared lead-off things play out at Do- season was so rewarding. Rackley concede the ros- hitters. bie on the softball field We had a relatively young ter next spring will feature No matter the opponent next spring, it won’t be team but came together as several first-time varsity or importance of the game, long before Whaley is on one group and did some players. Yet with Whaley Whaley seemed to deliver, her way to Lubbock. She great things. I was a little in house to lead the way, hitting well above .500 credits Dobie graduate worried about our team Rackley has few worries. for the season and even and former Texas Tech in August when we first “I would say we have Dobie High School varsity softball player Yvonne Whaley Esmeralda Whaley (mother), Terrance Whaley (father), Robin better than that in District assistant coach Sharonda started. But we competed already seen that senior (seated third from left) will continue her education and play- Rackley (Dobie varsity softball head coach), (standing) Frank- 22-6A play. By that time, McDonald for opening well, made the playoffs leadership from Yvonne,” ing career at Texas Tech University in Lubbock after signing a lin Moses (Dobie principal), Gabby Ramirez, Christina Beau- Whaley had all but decid- her eyes to the program at and had a terrific year. It Rackley said. “She knows letter of intent with the Lady Red Raiders on National Signing doin, Iver Robinson (youth softball instructor, former Dobie ed on Texas Tech, and her Texas Tech. In fact, Iver was a lot of fun.” we are going to be a young Day, Nov. 8. Whaley has started in Dobie’s outfi eld at the var- standout outfielder), Carmela Swinnen (Dobie junior varsity performance particularly (McDonald) Robinson, No doubt Whaley hopes team overall. But she also sity level for the past three seasons and will return this spring softball head coach, varsity assistant coach), Chris Swinnen in 2017 certainly validated Sharonda’s younger sister the upcoming Dobie varsi- realizes this is a chance for to lead the Lady Longhorns before leaving for college late next (varsity softball assistant coach) and Mat Ortiz (Dobie softball her new-found work ethic. and also a Dobie graduate, ty softball season plays out her to help lead the way. summer. Those with her at the signing included, left to right, assistant coach). As Whaley explains it, was at Whaley’s signing similarly. The team will be She’s great at that.” (seated) Carlos Morgan (Lady Stros select team softball coach), her early days at Dobie gathering. a little inexperienced at a included highlight mo- “I enjoyed some of my couple of key positions in At right, Dobie se- ments on the field, but she other visits. I went to a the field. But the potential nior outfi elder Yvonne wanted more. Even Rack- basketball game at Kansas is there. It’s all about com- Whaley (sliding safely ley, said Whaley, knew the University and had a great ing together as a team. into home plate against young player was capable experience there. But I just Rackley, who was part La Porte) has at least of more. loved everything about of a state championship one hit in all but one “I didn’t always like to Texas Tech, the softball softball team while at Do- District 22-6A varsity do the extra work on my program and the universi- bie, said Whaley has left softball game in 2016. own and put in the work to ty. It’s definitely where I an impression within her She hit better than get better,” Whaley said. “I want to be.” program that few others .700 for much of the knew that coach Rackley Once she gets there, can. season before fi nish- had high expectations for Whaley will once again “She was amazing with ing up at .680. A three- me and still does. I decid- be a freshman battling her skill set and her off- year starter heading ed I didn’t want to struggle for playing time as soon field presence as a fresh- into her fi nal season at the plate anymore. as possible. But, if work man and has done nothing next spring, Whaley is “Now, I’m much more ethic plays into the de- but carry that on every set to take her talents open to learning and un- cision-making process, year since,” Rackley said. to Lubbock, where she derstanding what a pitch- Whaley will thrive. “We “She hit over .400 as a has signed a letter of er is throwing and what have 18 players on my (se- sophomore and still went intent to play with the she might try to do pitch- lect) team right now, and out and did the work to Texas Tech women’s wise at the plate. I’ll ask I’m working hard to earn get better. Yvonne decided softball program. As my teammates questions my time,” Whaley said. she wanted to go to Texas for her fi nal season at about pitchers, about their “I don’t like to sit on the Tech, and wanted to prove Dobie, Whaley believes tendencies and things like bench, and I don’t want to herself and show her abili- the Lady Longhorns that. sit when I’m a freshman. ties. She did that.” have what it takes to “I’ll also look at the I’ll put in the work, and Last season, Whaley win the 22-6A cham- defense to see how they hopefully the results will hit .680 on the season, pionship for the fi rst are playing me. I want to come.” collecting at least one time in Whaley’s ca- do everything I can to get And taking it all in, hit in every district con- reer. better. I still do. If there Whaley says her parents, test with the exception of Photo by John Bechtle is something I can do to Esmeralda and Terrance, one against La Porte. To create problems for the are perhaps more excit- Rackley, Whaley was the defense or the opposing ed than she is. It’s not district’s Most Valuable pitcher, I’ll do it.” so much the scholarship Player. Heading into the 2018 money coming her way. Still, to Rackley, it is as season next spring, Rack- That’s nice and all, but much about what Whaley Clear Brook hoopsters ley surely hopes Whaley it’s more the experience of brings as a person that will has her best season yet. seeing their daughter real- leave that lasting impres- Once a gifted freshman ize the first of many post- sion. but young and inexperi- high school dreams. “I don’t think she to CCISD; JFD to Katy enced, Whaley is now re- “I am so happy for my would admit to some of lied on for her senior lead- parents,” Whaley said. the positive things she High school basketball Lake High School in 1972. Clear Lake High School’s ership. “Without everything they has done off the field, but programs rarely catch Bill Krueger, mean- main gymnasium. Whaley will be the lone have done for me, I cer- Yvonne is a true leader in much of a break during while, won a state cham- The 60th annual Peggy returning starting outfield- tainly would not be in this the community to me. In the holiday season, and pionship while guiding the Whitley Classic will fea- er for the Lady Longhorns position. They have been our program, we talk to 2017 shall be no different. Clear Lake High School ture 24 of the area’s top next season. Three infield- there, believed in me and the players about leaving The Clear Brook varsity varsity boys’ program and varsity girls’ programs boys’ and girls’ teams will was once the nation’s win- Nov. 30 through Dec. 2 at compete in separate Clear ningest head coach. Clear Creek High School. Creek ISD tournaments Carlisle died in 2011, Whitley is the former Nov. 30 through Dec. 2, but Krueger is often in varsity girls’ head coach at while the Dobie varsity attendance at the annual Clear Creek High School, boys’ team will again be tournament. where she spent 16 of her at the Katy ISD-spon- This season, the tour- 33 years in the profession. sored Phillips 66 Classic nament features a talented She led the Lady Wild- over the same three days. 24-team field, headed by cats to a Region III cham- The 2017 Carl- defending Class 6A state pionship and state tour- isle-Krueger Classic, champion Cy-Falls, Man- nament berth in 1994 and named in honor of two of vel, North Forest and oth- developed many future the school district’s most ers. college standouts. legendary varsity boys’ Clear Brook, looking to Whitely retired follow- basketball coaches, will get on a bit of a roll after ing the 2004 campaign play out at Clear Lake going 1-3 at the McDon- and is still Clear Creek’s High School. ald’s Texas Invitational, all-time leader in wins at George Carlisle won will go against Hitchcock the varsity level. nine consecutive district and Texas City in Nov. 30 Clear Brook will go up titles while coaching the pool play, both at Clear against Goose Creek Me- Clear Creek High School Falls High School. morial Nov. 30 at Carlisle varsity boys’ program in South Houston, mean- Field House in League the 1950s and 1960s. He while, will take on Clear City. That game will tip later went on to become Creek and North Brook in off at noon. the first principal of Clear pool play the same day at The championship game is set for Saturday, Dec. 2, at 1:30 p.m. in Vir- Thurs. through Sat., Nov. 30-Dec. 2 ginia Butler Gymnasium Dobie varsity boys at Katy invite on the campus of Clear Creek High School. Brook varsity boys at Carlisle/Krueger The Dobie varsity boys’ squad, which won three Brook varsity girls at Whitley Classic straight contests at the McDonald’s Texas Invita- tional to grab the champi- COUPON onship trophy in the Divi- FOUNDATION REPAIR sion 2 bronze bracket, will $ look for similar results at 200 OFF OR the Phillips 66 Katy Clas- (on jobs $2,500 & up) SEWER REPAIR sic Nov. 30 through Dec. Not valid with any other offer. One coupon per house. 2. 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