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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, April 4, 2019 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 44, No. 10 CBC hangs door hangers Residents living in affected parts of the Clear Brook City Municipal Utility District City grapples with implementing Prop B should have received a door hanger notify- ing them of sanitary sewer work to be done by As the City of Houston grapples with imple- “Spreading the costs will be in the best inter- posal fails to provide parity. differences, please let us know.” Nerie Construction. The notices should have menting Prop B to pair fi refi ghter pay to that of est of all Houstonians.” “Firefi ghter layoffs are unnecessary. They The city issued a subsequent response stating told residents the date their property is to be police offi cers, Mayor Sylvester Turner is being Patrick “Marty” Lancton, president of the were unnecessary during the HPD raises. They that pay increases will be immediately met but at visited, to leave their gates unlocked and to se- met with opposition from the fi refi ghters union Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association are unnecessary now. When you gut HFD from the cost of hundreds of jobs. cure outdoor pets. Nerie crews began televis- and even a council member from his own party. fi red back sharply. within with yet more budget and personnel cuts, Once systems are in place, fi refi ghters will be ing pipes on April 2, and manhole evaluations Late last month, Turner sent a letter to the “We received your ‘proposal,’ which appar- you alone will be responsible for the conse- issued lump sum checks for Jan.1 through the will begin April 8. Construction will begin in union, seeking to phase in the 29 percent fi re- ently is intended to leave the impression that you quences of diminished public safety services and fi rst part of May, totaling about $31 million. Be- Sageglen. Other affected subdivisions include fi ghter pay increase over the next fi ve years in an might fi nally end your political and legal war on for the loss of Houston-trained, taxpayer-funded cause no funding source was included in Prop Highland Meadow and Wood Meadow. For effort to avoid potential layoffs. Houston fi refi ghters and respect the will of the fi refi ghters. Please be prepared to explain why B, the money will come directly from the city’s more information, call the Clear Brook City “I write to make clear the city’s proposal on 298,000 Prop B voters,” Lancton responded in a you recently hired hundreds of police and mu- fund balance, which is used to balance the city’s MUD at 281-484-1562. the resolution of Prop B implementation,” Turner statement. “At fi rst glance, the proposal seems to nicipal employees yet you insist on terminating budget, maintain the city’s credit rating or for ex- said in the letter. “I do not want to lay off anyone. only offer a portion of the pay and benefi ts over fi refi ghter jobs. igent circumstances such as natural disasters. Family Fun Fest planned To accomplish this, I ask the union to agree to a fi ve-year period. With that in mind, we ask: “Finally, please also explain why the hun- Implementing Prop B for the next fi scal year The Clear Brook City Municipal Utility Dis- phase in the cost of implementing Prop B. 1. Does this fully implement parity with HPD, dreds of millions paid to HPD for 37 percent starting July 1 will add another $80 million to the trict and the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of “I propose that Prop B be implemented over including both base pay and incentives? raises since 2011, including at least $98 million expected budget gap now projected to be $197 Commerce will host the fourth annual Family fi ve years. The proposal takes into account the 2. If you believe it does, please explain in this year, caused no fi scal crises or city employee million. Fun Fest Saturday, April 13, at Clear Brook language of Prop B and factors in educational re- writing so that we can advise our members. layoffs. The city is obligated to adopt a balanced bud- City Park, located at Blackhawk and Scars- quirements for parity between police and fi re. 3. If it does not, please explain why the pro- “When you are serious about resolving our Continued on Page 5A dale, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Highlights will include the Strut Your Mutt dog show, an Eas- ter Egg hunt, infl atables, games, activities, food SJC named top-10 Aspen finalist trucks, Touch-a-Truck, KidSafe fi ngerprinting Hellyer receives Aspen honor and a distracted-driver simulator. No-cost ex- On Tuesday, April 2, the Aspen Institute for plish their goals. As a college, we hold our- hibitor space is available for local businesses, as Community College Excellence named San Ja- selves to the ultimate measure of student suc- are sponsorship opportunities. For additional cinto College as one of the top 10 community cess, and being recognized as one of the top 10 information, call the chamber at 281-481-5516 colleges in the nation. The announcement was community colleges in the nation is proof that or visit southbeltchamber.com. made at a luncheon in Washington, D.C. our mission to provide innovative, accessible “I am honored and humbled to accept this education is being accomplished.” Dobie Baseball Bingo set award on behalf of the entire San Jacinto Col- Launched in 2011, the $1 million Aspen lege community,” said Chancellor Dr. Brenda Prize is awarded every two years to a commu- The Dobie High School Baseball Bingo Hellyer. “This award refl ects the achievements nity college achieving high marks in student Night will be held April 13, from 6 to 10 p.m. at and commitment of our faculty, staff, and ad- learning, certifi cate and degree completion, the Dobie cafeteria. Tickets may be purchased ministration who are focused on helping our employment and earnings for graduates, and at the door. diverse student population pursue and accom- Continued on Page 5A The cost is $30 for 10 games and there will be door prizes and cash prizes for the winners. Kirkmont meets April 10 HobbyFest to take flight April 20 The Kirkmont I Homeowners Association The annual HobbyFest is set to take flight Sat- ous fields of study. meeting will hold its recalled annual meeting urday, April 20, at the Hobby Airport East Ramp, No pets, smoking or alcoholic beverages will on Wednesday, April 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the located at 8402 Nelms, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. be allowed at the festival. MUD building located at 10102 Blackhawk. Now in its 27th year, the family friendly event Admission is free, but attendees are encour- All homeowners are invited and encouraged will allow attendees to enjoy up-close encounters aged to bring a canned food donation. to attend. Kindly return proxies to meeting. A with vintage and modern aircraft. Free parking will be available on site. Past reminder to all residents, assessment fees were Other highlights include a Kids Zone, face events have also had free shuttled parking. The due March 31. painting, music, princess makeovers, a bouncy function will take place rain or shine. house, exhibits, giveaways and prizes. Free food Vendor space and sponsorships are available. Life Church to celebrate will be available for the first 1,000 guests. The deadline is Monday, April 8. Life Church, 9901 Windmill Lakes Blvd., Proceeds from the event fund scholarships For additional information, visit https://hadis will celebrate the eighth anniversary of its Cele- that are invested back into local students in vari- trict.org/hobbyfest. brate Recovery program at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, San Jacinto College was once again honored by the Aspen Institute for Community April 7. CR addresses “hurts, habits and hang- College Excellence Program as being one of the top-10 community colleges in the na- ups” that could happen to anyone. Jim “Mattress tion. This marked the third consecutive time the area college was recognized by the Mack” McIngvale, owner of Gallery Furniture, biennial prize. San Jacinto College Chancellor Brenda Hellyer is shown above receiv- Police seek robbery suspects will be the guest speaker at the event. Blake ing the honor at a ceremony held Tuesday, April 2, in Washington, D.C. Presenting the Houston police are seeking the public’s as- p.m. on Sunday, March 10. “Ziggy” Thompson will lead worship and sing award are 2019 Aspen Prize co-chairs Kathy Warden and Ángel Cabrera. sistance in identifying multiple suspects wanted According to police, the complainant stated original tunes, along with guitarist John Mat- for their involvement in robberies and attempt- that she had just fi nished placing her groceries in lock. The church aims to help the community by ed robberies at the Walmart located in the 9500 her vehicle and was about to leave. As she placed meeting in its chapel at 5:30 p.m. every Sunday, block of Rowlett, near Almeda Genoa and the her vehicle in reverse, however, she noticed a even on holidays. City amnesty program to end Gulf Freeway. male run up to her passenger door and attempted The Houston Police Department’s Robbery to open it. The male then began to bang on her Knights hold fish fry The City of Houston Municipal Courts De- Elaine Marshall, director and presiding judge Division and Crime Stoppers of Houston recent- window as she continued to back up. partment’s 2019 Fresh Start Spring Amnes- of the program. “We encourage anyone with a ly released videos of each of the incidents in When his attempts to gain entry into the vehi- The Knights of Columbus Council 9201 ty Program will end at 11:59 p.m., Saturday, delinquent citation to use this opportunity to will host a fi sh fry Fridays through April 5 hopes of identifying the suspects involved. cle were unsuccessful, the male then ran back to April 6, 2019. handle their court matter once and for all. Just The fi rst incident took place around 8:20 p.m. his vehicle, described as a beige Chevrolet sedan, in the St. Luke Catholic Church social hall, Court officials spent the last three weeks call us at 3-1-1, visit us online or come to any 11011 Hall Road, from 5 to 7 p.m. Each din- on Tuesday, Feb. 5. and fl ed the scene. encouraging individuals with delinquent court of our six court locations.” According to police, two unknown males en- The suspect is described as a black male, be- ner includes a breaded USA catfi sh fi llet, fries, matters to take advantage of this program to Cases eligible for amnesty include cas- hush puppies, corn on the cob and iced tea or tered the establishment, then walked around tween 20 and 30 years old, wearing a white shirt resolve their cases at a discounted rate. es that were delinquent prior to Feb. 1, 2019. the store concealing items in their pockets. The and blue jeans. lemonade for $10, eat-in or take-out. Baked “We would like to remind all Houstonians Only the defendant named in the citation or fi sh fi llets are available (limited). All proceeds males then walked out of the store without mak- Videos of both of the incidents may be viewed that the time is now to take advantage of our their attorney can participate in the amnesty ing any attempts to pay for the items. on the HPD Robbery Division’s YouTube page benefi t local and community projects. All are Fresh Start Spring Amnesty Program,” said J. Continued on Page 4A invited and welcome. A loss prevention offi cer witnessed the thefts at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWB2ht and attempted to stop the suspects outside the veAPsGfmHgHDpC3Yg. Freeway closures planned store. The suspects then assaulted the loss pre- Anyone with any information on the identity vention offi cer and ran to a white Ford Explorer of these suspects is urged to contact Houston Po- The eastbound and westbound U-turn lanes Utility worker killed in crash and fl ed the scene. lice Department’s Robbery Division at 713-308- at Beltway 8 and Beamer will be closed contin- The fi rst suspect is described as a white male, 0700 or Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222- Houston police are investigating a fatal crash vehicle to measure the height of the power lines uously through 9 a.m. Sunday, April 21. around 30 years old, standing 5 feet 6 inches tall TIPS (8477). Tips may also be submitted online involving a utility worker that occurred in the above the road to ensure it was safe to pass. At least one outside lane of the eastbound and weighing around 200 pounds. The second at www.crime-stoppers.org. 12500 block of Galveston Road about 10:40 p.m. While he was standing in a moving lane of Beltway 8 frontage road from Pearland Park- suspect is described merely as a white male be- Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for in- on Monday, April 1. traffi c, the victim was struck by a blue Infi nity way to FM 865/Cullen Boulevard will be ing approximately 30 years old. formation leading to the charging and/or arrest of The male victim, 59, was pronounced dead at G35 sedan. closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Sat- The second incident took place around 6:05 these suspects. urday, April 13. the scene. His identity is pending notifi cation to The male driver of the Infi nity remained at the At least one inside lane on the southbound family members by the Harris County Institute scene. He was examined by a HPD DWI Task Beltway 8 frontage road will be closed at Conk- of Forensic Sciences. Force offi cer and showed no signs of intoxica- lin daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Thurs- According to police, the victim was part tion. Fire destroys Ferguson home day, April 11. of a convoy escorting a wide load. The victim No charges have been fi led in this incident, but At least one northbound lane of the Beltway stopped at the above address and got out of his the investigation was ongoing at press time. 8 frontage road will be closed at of SH 3/Old Galveston Road daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Thursday, April 11. Scarsdale apartment catches fire Both northbound and southbound U-turn lanes at Beltway 8 and Genoa Red Bluff will be closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Firefighters raise money for victims Thursday, April 11. Houston fi refi ghters responded to an apart- Fundraiser At least one inside lane on both the north- ment fi re at a complex in the 11800 block of Al- Firefi ghters from Station 70 have organized a bound and southbound Beltway 8 frontage gonquin on Tuesday, March 26. fundraising drive to help the Ferguson family get roads will be closed at Crenshaw daily from 7 Firefi ghters arrived at the scene at approx- back on its feet. a.m. to 5 p.m. through Thursday, April 11. imately 12:50 p.m. to fi nd fi re coming from a “As fi refi ghters of the Houston Fire Depart- At least one inside lane on the southbound fi rst-story apartment unit of a two-story apart- ment’s District 70 on Houston’s southeast side, Beltway 8 frontage road will be closed at Vista ment building. we felt it was our duty to help the Ferguson fam- daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Saturday, Emergency workers began an offensive attack ily,” said HFD Capt. Luis Ybarra on the GoFund- April 6. and conducted a primary search. The fi re was de- Me page he set up to help the family recover. clared under control, and the crews checked for “This wonderful family fell victim to an apart- Free tax help available extension. ment fi re that destroyed the few worldly pos- Volunteers will be available to answer ques- Investigators said the fi re caused approxi- sessions they had. We as part of the community tions and offer tax preparation help at Parker mately $16,000 in damage. wish to help them get back on their feet and help Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale, Mondays “It burned most of what they had,” said HFD them recover from this horrible tragedy.” and Fridays (AARP Tax-Aide) and Saturdays Capt. Josh Vogel. The affected family includes two children: (VN Teamwork) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Firefi ghters were able to save approximately Serena, 10; and Max, 8. They are currently all April 15. This free service is on a fi rst-come, $10,000 worth of apartment complex property. staying at an area hotel. fi rst-served basis. Bring Social Security cards Arson investigators reported that the blaze Organizers are seeking to raise a goal of for oneself and dependents, a copy of last year’s may have possibly stemmed from an unattended $15,000. At press time, $1,265 had been donat- Firefi ghters responded to a six-alarm apartment fi re at a complex in the 11800 block of income tax return, W-2 forms, unemployment candle. ed. Algonquin on Tuesday, March 26. The blaze completely destroyed one unit (shown above). compensation statements, 1099-R forms and Firefi ghters from stations 70, 71, 52, 93, 94 Funds raised will go toward housing, furni- Workers from Houston Fire Department Station 70 have organized a drive to help the vic- other IRS forms to help the volunteer complete and 61 responded to this incident. ture, clothing, toys and school supplies. tims recover. No injuries were reported. Emergency crews from stations 71, 52, 93, 94 and the return. For details, visit aarp.org/taxaide. No injuries were reported. Continued on Page 4A 61 also responded to this incident. Photo submitted Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, April 4, 2019 In My Opinion Elected offi cials share their words Deaths Rabe runs for PISD; as any other 24 early voting locations in Sen. Cornyn calls on OMB Harris County. For more information visit Barbara Ann Wallace (Wally) with him throughout his ill- supports time change harrisvotes.com. Yen Rabe ness. After high school, Wally PISD School Board Candidate Posi- to stop stalling Colonnetta D. Curry and Joy married on April 4, When our high students are encour- tion.#7 1953. aged to take on so much – Early College, On March 28, on the Senate fl oor, U.S. “I’m fi ling an amendment to the disaster He was called to join the Note: It is the policy of the Leader not to Sen. John Cornyn discussed an amend- relief that’s on the fl oor of the Senate this AP classes, extra-curricular activities like edit In My Opinion letters. Army, serving proudly until sports and band, and have jobs and fam- ment he fi led to the disaster supplemental week to ensure that these funds and other his honorable discharge from ily obligations, they need time to recu- Morgan notes current appropriations bill that will force the Offi ce of like funds are promptly disbursed. Ft. Bliss, on October 27, 1955. perate every night. That is not happening Management and Budget to release funds “Last month Gov. (Greg) Abbott, Sen. Wally worked at the Houston when school starts so early at 7:15 a.m. board works as team for Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts that (Ted) Cruz, and I sent a letter to the OMB Post as a production supervi- Even many teachers are struggling to get I want you to know about a very im- have been held up for more than a year. to stop stalling, but so far all we’ve heard is sor. While there, Wally went the rest they need to be rejuvenated and portant School Board election coming up Excerpts of Cornyn’s fl oor remarks are be- crickets. back to school and obtained his prepared for the next day. It’s taking a toll on May 4th, with Early Voting set for April low, and video can be found at https://www. “It would give the government bureau- associate degree at San Jacin- on our students and staff. Talk about inef- 22 – 30th. Serving the students and em- youtube.com/watch?v=HVIaqH36wNE& cracy up to 90 days to get the money un- to College. After the Post shut fective use of taxpayers’ resources! How ployees of this district has been the pri- feature=youtu.be. tangled from all the red tape. down in 1995, he obtained his can students learn when they are tired mary concern of your current Board for “Although we voted to send billions of “The disregard of those who are strug- real estate license and joined and hungry? many years! We all know and understand dollars to help Texans still reeling from Hur- gling to rebuild and prepare for future Joy in residential sales. I spoke to a parent yesterday whose the future of our community lies with the ricane Harvey, some of those funds are still storms by the bureaucrats is appalling. Wally was active until he daughter graduated from Dobie HS, who success of our children. needlessly caught up in bureaucratic red “It’s now been more than a year since couldn’t be anymore. He loved was burnt-out from high school that she I hope you take pride in knowing that tape. But this is not just a phenomenon that President (Donald) Trump signed a bill that Barbara Ann Danna Col- Wallace (Wally) D. Curry, being on the golf course and is still working on her bachelor’s degree your current Board, Superintendent, oth- affects my state. It affects all of our states. would have sent roughly $4 billion to Texas. onnetta, age 79, died peace- 85, beloved husband, father, tennis court and he loved wade at the age of 27 because she is only able er administrators, teachers and support “It shouldn’t be acceptable to members “They could have repaired wastewater fully on March 26, 2019. She grandfather and great-grandfa- fi shing in the surf in Galveston. to handle a couple of classes per semes- personnel work diligently to provide won- of the Senate. treatment facilities that haven’t been fully was a beloved wife, mother, ther, died Monday, March 25, Having family with him only ter at the University of Houston. How can derful opportunities for students to grow “The dollars that we appropriated that restored. It could have led to important eco- grandmother, sister, aunt, 2019, at his daughter’s home in made those activities sweeter. our school board be proud when a high and develop. We are fi scally conserva- were signed into law by the president have nomic revitalization projects in decimated cousin and friend. Houston, surrounded by fami- He loved being on the Comal percentage of our college-bound stu- tive, innovative and always focused on helped Texas get back some sense of nor- areas. They could have even relocated or Barbara was a native ly. He was preceded in death River with his grandchildren dents who graduate have a hard time student success and school safety. malcy, and I’m grateful to my colleagues elevated damaged facilities to prepare for Houstonian, born on Feb. by his parents Ouida Francis or cheering them on at their earning their college degrees? Pasadena ISD is currently ranked for working together with us to make that the next storm. 28, 1940, to Elaine and Sam Hebert Curry and Jack Houst- sporting events. His love of As a 14-year Educator in the district, 9th in the nation for academic perfor- happen. “But, no, those projects are still on hold Danna. She grew up on the es Curry. sports has been passed down to I see this case too often. Our numerous mance among low socio-economic stu- What has not been helpful, however, because the OMB has refused to release north side, attending Christ He is survived by Joy, his his children, grandchildren and ambitious students have jobs or work dents. We provide both full and half-day are the unnecessary delays on the part the funding. the King School and Reagan loving wife of 66 years; son great-grandchildren. on homework until late at night from 11 Pre-Kindergarten for 2,265 three and of the Offi ce of Management and Budget “With the inclusion of my amendment, High School, where she was Derrell Curry and his wife Wally never met a stranger. p.m. up to 2 a.m. and have to wake up four-year olds. in getting the roughly $4 billion in miti- the clock will start ticking on the Offi ce of a member of the Red Coats Kathie; daughters Gay Cur- He was fun-loving, kind-heart- at 5-6 a.m. to catch the bus. How can Many students leave high school, gation funds into the hands of state and Management and Budget to do its job and Drum and Bugle Corps. ry Holt and her husband Will, ed and compassionate. He was they be healthy, fulfi ll their potential or ready for the workforce, with various local communities that desperately need ultimately release these hurricane recov- Barbara worked at Bank of Kelly Bailey and her husband adored by all who came to be safe? certifi cations due to the wonderful Ca- them. ery funds.” Southwest and the Sagemont Randy, Anne Sitka and her know him. Wally loved Joy, Is the school board attuned to what is reer and Technology Education provided Gift Store, and was a volun- husband Tim; grandsons Zack caring for her as her illness happening to our students ? No, they are at all our Comprehensive High Schools teer at Memorial Hermann Curry and his wife Marisa, progressed. He fought his own just interested in numbers and they are and CTHS. Our graduation rate is, once District 129 News Southeast Hospital. Barbara Christopher Curry and his wife illness with strength and cour- not available to really listen to the chal- again, above the state average, with was a member of the Ladies Laura, Mitch Curry and his age. Wally instilled the impor- lenges of our students and staff. They many of our students pursuing college By Rep. Dennis Paul of Sacred Heart. wife Ramsay, Wil Bailey and tance of family in his children are more concerned with individual rec- educations and many receiving scholar- Texas House Passes Day at the Capitol. I was glad to visit with She was preceded in death his wife Lissa; granddaughters and grandchildren. Every op- ognition like fi nding a loophole to name ships to universities, both state and na- Preliminary Budget Realtors from our area about the important by her parents; her brother Krista Roventini and her hus- portunity to be together was, schools after themselves which gives tionwide. We have Early College High After nearly 12 hours of productive de- work they are doing in our communities. Johnny Danna Sr.; and sister- band Mike, Amber Osborne and will continue to be, a cel- them an unfair advantage during elec- Schools at all of our high school cam- bate Wednesday, the Texas House passed Gavel Presentation in-law Marie Anna Danna. and her husband Zach, Alexis ebration of love. tions and doing photo ops. puses, with 625 of our students receiving our version of the state’s biennial budget I was honored to be presented with this She is survived by her lov- Bailey, Alaina Sitka; and 10 The family is forever grate- There should be term limits to allow their Associates degree and high school in the wee hours of Thursday morning. gavel by Speaker Dennis Bonnen. The ing husband of 58 years, Jo- great-grandchildren. He is also ful for the devoted care re- new faces and new ideas. Furthermore, diploma concurrently. Pasadena ISD is a I’m proud to have voted for House Bill 1, plaque on the gavel recognizes my service seph V. Colonnetta Sr.; sons survived by his sister Jack- ceived from Latasha Wash- representation should be by area rather National Model for Blended Learning. We which takes a principled, fi scally respon- this session as the vice chairman of the Joseph V. Colonnetta Jr. and ie Rhodes and her husband ington, Toni Castillo, Odelia than by at-large positions so that all ar- have award-winning Fine Arts and Athlet- sible approach to funding priorities includ- House Committee on Homeland Security wife Kimberly and John D. James; half-brothers Joe Aber- Ernst, Misha Green and Deb- eas of the district are represented. This ic programs! ing school fi nance, school safety, mental & Public Safety. Colonnetta and wife Melis- crombie and Ronnie Curry and orah Spencer. won’t be happening with the current These are just a few of our success health, and more. A Look Ahead sa; and grandchildren Mi- his wife Liz; and numerous Memorial services for Wal- school board. stories. Pasadena is always looking for At the end of the day, we made unprec- A preview of next week’s legislative chael and wife Maggie, Lucy, nieces and nephews. ly will be at 11 a.m., Friday, It is especially important to vote in this programs which will enhance opportuni- edented investments to reform school fi - events at the Capitol. A calendar is a list of Damon, Anthony, John and Wally was born in Beau- April 5, at St. Clare of Assisi election for Pasadena ISD School Board ties for ALL students. nance, provide property tax relief, and fund bills that will be considered by the House of Katherine. mont in 1933. He grew up Catholic Church, located at because there are 3 educators with a to- Your current Board of Trustees work Hurricane Harvey efforts, all while staying Representatives. Barbara is also survived there, reared by his loving, 3131 El Dorado Blvd. with a tal of more than 54 years experience in well together as a team. Our experience, below the constitutional spending limit and Monday by her brother Michael Dan- dear mother and her large ex- brief visitation beginning at education ready to serve our community over the years, has served this district the growth of population-plus-infl ation. The The House of Representatives con- na Sr. and wife Frannie; sis- tended Catholic family. He 10:30 a.m. In lieu of fl owers, by putting students’ needs fi rst. Vote for well! We listen carefully to recommenda- budget funds our state’s highest priorities vened at 10 a.m. to consider a calendar. ters-in-law Rosalie Melia attended South Park High the family requests memori- Jose Cazares, Al Bledsoe and myself, tions made by our administration and are while remaining responsible stewards of My bill to help develop Houston’s space- and Mary Ann Raia; and nu- School in Beaumont where he als be made to the Parkinson’s Yen Rabe= Vote for JAY. For more infor- provided timely evaluations of programs. taxpayer dollars. port at Ellington Airport, HB 303, was de- merous nieces, nephews and met Joy, the love of his life. Foundation, Parkinson.org, or mation visit VoteYenRabe.com. You can We are open-minded and aware of our Texas House Passes Supplemental bated and voted on the House fl oor. cousins. He made many life-long Galveston Bay Foundation, make a difference by showing up to vote roles as Trustees. Appropriations Bill Tuesday The family held a service friends who were in contact galvbay.org or 281-332-3382. this election day, May 4, 7 a.m.– 7 p.m. PLEASE cast your votes early or on I’m proud to have voted for Senate Bill The House Committee on Insurance, of to receive friends on April 2 at the Parker Williams Library as well Election Day for incumbents - Kenny Fer- 500, the state’s supplemental budget bill. which I am a member, met at 8 a.m. I pre- with the recitation of the ro- as many other voting locations in Harris nandez, Position 5; Marshall Kendrick, We funded a 13th check for retired teach- sented two bills to the committee for con- sary at Forest Park East Fu- Genoa rolls shared County. Position 6 and Vickie Morgan, Position 7 ers, devoted $2.7B for Hurricane Harvey sideration. neral Home. Early voting is April 22-30, 7 a.m.- 7 CONTINUE THE SUCCESS! Genoa Elementary has an- Third grade recovery, and made signifi cant invest- I presented my HB 3477 to the House A funeral Mass was cele- p.m. except April 28, 1 PM – 6 PM at the Vickie Morgan nounced its honor and merit Riley Blakely, Brandon In- ments in women’s health care and school Committee on Land & Resource Manage- brated Wednesday, April 3, at Harris County Scarsdale Annex as well Pasadena ISD, Board of Trustee Pos.#7 rolls for the third nine-weeks. gersoll and Giselle Martinez. safety. ment. St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Honor Roll Fourth grade • Our state’s retired teachers deserve a The House of Representatives con- Church. Third grade Brittany Llanas, Edith Lo- solvent, sustainable pension system that vened to consider a calendar. Burial followed in Forest Mirella Sanchez. pez, Grace Ojeda and April will also benefi t the next generation of edu- Wednesday Park Lawndale Cemetery. Merit Roll Vazquez. Leader checks out social media cators. The House Committee on Homeland • The bill also devotes $2.7 billion to Security & Public Safety, on which I serve By Laura Benavides Scallan On the People of Sagemont has been shared to other com- assist Texans with Hurricane Harvey re- as vice chairman, met in the morning. A member of the South- 2 Facebook group, a mem- munity Facebook groups, too. covery. The funding will address reduced The House of Representatives con- Elected offi cials share their words belt/Sagemont Crime Alert ber shared a photo regarding Another member of the property values, hazard mitigation, trauma vened at 10 a.m. to consider a calendar Facebook group reported that the Sagemont Cowboys. The same group shared a photo capacity, and other public assistance proj- and House Bill 3, The Texas Plan to reform a silver Chevy z71 was found Cowboys will hold open reg- regarding tumble class regis- ects. the school fi nance system. off Sagepike and Sagecoun- istration and spots are avail- tration. Registration will be • The bill makes tremendous invest- Thursday Garcia releases statement try. The member wrote that able for 8- and 9-year-olds as held on April 6, from 9 a.m. ments in women’s health care through the The House of Representatives con- the constable said the vehi- of Aug. 1. For more informa- to 2 p.m. There is a $50 regis- Healthy Texas Women program. venes at 10 a.m. to consider a calendar. on possible closure to border cle was reported stolen out of tion, contact Denny Wranich tration fee. For more informa- Municipal Management Reform Bill Friday Houston. Jr. at 713-876-1491. The post tion, see the member’s post. Passes Committee The House of Representatives con- Rep. Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) issued administration’s anti-immigrant agenda My House Bill 304, which will reform the venes at 10 a.m. for Speaker’s Reunion this statement in response to President is also an anti-working working class and way municipal management districts oper- Day. This longstanding tradition of the Tex- Donald Trump’s threat to close the U.S. anti-small business agenda that hurts the Local library events set ate, passed out of the House Committee as House is a chance for former members southern border if Mexico doesn’t stop economy of our communities, creates Bracewell Branch Library on Urban Affairs last week. The next step to visit the Capitol and catch up with former migrants from crossing into the U.S. with- senseless heartbreak by separating fam- The following events are scheduled for the Bracewell Branch Library, 9002 King- in the process is for the House Committee colleagues and fresh faces alike. out authorization: ilies from their loved ones, and keeps us spoint: on Calendars to schedule the bill for fl oor The House committees on Environmen- “There is no emergency at the border. from working toward real solutions that will Thursday, April 4, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Spanish computer class for adults and seniors debate. tal Regulation and Homeland Security & The president’s threat to close the border make our streets safer and our paychecks Monday, April 8, 10:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Citizenship class. The classes cover the 100 Deer Park and La Porte Public Safety will meet for a joint hearing is just another fake emergency used to dis- bigger. civics questions and how to prepare for the citizenship interview. Other topics include the Chambers at the Capitol regarding the ITC fi re in Deer Park. tract the American people from his agenda “The House Democratic majority and citizenship application and qualifi cations. Class participation is by appointment only. I had the pleasure to help welcome How to Keep Track of Legislation aimed at stripping away health care from I know this threat is both a wrong policy Tuesday, April 9, 10:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is by the Deer Park and La Porte Chambers of To keep track of my legislation, and the millions of our citizens and give tax breaks and wrong morally. We’re ready to focus appointment only. Commerce to the Capitol last week! legislation of other members, you can vis- to the rich and wealthy,” Garcia said. “Trade on real solutions that will actually keep our Tuesday, April 9, 10:30 a.m. Polliwog Nature Club: invertebrates. This event is for tod- Realtor Day at the Capitol it the Texas Legislature Online by clicking through the southern border creates near- borders secure, help our small business- dlers, ages 18 – 36 months, and preschoolers, ages 3 – 5 years. Children will develop na- Tuesday, March 26, was Texas Realtors this link: www.capitol.texas.gov. ly $1.4 billion dollars per day. The Trump es, and uphold our American values.” ture knowledge and skills through a variety of books, songs, crafts, and hands on animal experiences through this event presented by Harris County Precinct One. Each program is offered as a fi ve-week series. Space is limited and is open to the fi rst 30 children. Wednesday, April 10, 10:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is Dixie Melillo Middle School shares third nine-weeks honor roll by appointment only. Dr. Dixie Melillo Middle and Michelle Nguyen. nandez, Viviana Fernandez, Kayla Lam, Jaylon Lasker, dilla. ti Sanchez, Daniel Silva, Wednesday, April 10, 10:30 a.m. Para los niños School has shared its honor Minh Nguyen, Chloe Aniya Flemming, Lindzey Natalia Le Goenaga, Nathan Javez Palma, Andrew McKenzie Smith, Khloie Wednesday, April 10. Computer courses: 2 p.m. Computer Basics; 3:15 p.m. Internet roll for the third nine-weeks. Nuez, Thalia Oddo, Val- Flores, Gabriel Fulgado, Le, Aidan Le, Karyme Leal, Pavalonis, Nikolas Pelaez, Snook, Ethan Snow and Pi- Basics; 4:30 p.m. Basic PowerPoint Honor Roll erie Ortiz, Amairani Pena, Natalia Garcia, Andrea Gar- Jayden Lewis, Omar Limon, Isaac Penado, Jacqueline Per- tou So. For more information, call the library at 832-393-2580. Fifth grade Alex Perez, Jevonne Perez, cia, Lauren Garza, Brianna Gabriel Lopez, Kaden Mai, alta, Carlos Perez, Julianne Emily Stephen, Jocelyn Bracewell hours are: Thursday, noon – 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 1 – 5 p.m.; Sun- Julian Aceveno, Frank Max Perez, Jazmin Pineda, Garza, Max Garza, Kai Gil- Mayte Marfi l, Priscilla Mar- Pham, Madison Puente, Na- Stringer, Tristan Sudario, Ja- day, closed; Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Adame-Gonzalez, Ander- Angelina Pizano, Aman- housen, Victoria Gomez, Al- tinez, Rubi Martinez, Yaretzi talie Quiroz, Dasia Ram and son Ta, Leonard Thumann, Parker Williams Library son Aguilar, Kayla Akinf- da Ramirez, Yvette Ramos, fonso Gonzales-Adame, Ga- Martinez, Natalie Martinez Jayd Ramirez. Jared Toro, Nolan Tran, The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale enwa, Blessing Akinloye, Amy Rangel, Natalie Ran- briella Gonzalez, Yazmine amd Mark Massoud. Robert Ramirez, Lilli Tristan Tran, Philip Tran, Blvd.: Sureal Alcorta, Jalynn Alix, gel, Ava Richardson, Sebastia Gonzalez and Emily Grimal- Laura Mata, Kaylynn Ramirez, Matthew Rangel, Vyvy Tuyet Do and Andrew Tax help is available Mondays and Fridays (AARP Foundation) and Saturdays (VN Joel Alvarenga, Jaiden Al- Rincon, Jorgen Rodriguez, do. McClain, Kiana McCombs, Jayden Reimer, Jack Rob- Ullman. Teamwork Inc./Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. until April 15 varez, Henry Alonso Ar- Nathan Rodriguez and Ed- Mason Harris, Emily Her- Julian Melchor, Lucius erts, Nathan Rock, Derek Suzeth Velasquez, Isaiah with volunteers tax assistants. Bring all tax documents and Social Security card. See menta, Shawn Armstrong, ward Salazar. nandez, Sophia Ho, Marvin Monarez, Miranda Montes, Rodriguez, Emily Rodri- Vivier, Megan Vu, Sophia Vu, Page 1A sidebar information for details. Joshua Arredondo, Kendall Melanie Sanchez, Nicho- Jerezano, Grant Johnson, Trish Nguyen, Alan Nguyen, guez, Anais Romero, Kath- Nina Walker, Mariel Watson, Thursday, April 4, 3 p.m. “Property Exemptions and Protests” presented by Scott Ashworth, Ivan Ayala, Pip- las Sepulveda, Francisco Ser- Joseph Jones, Phuc Khanh Ryan Nguyen, Jennie Nguy- erine Sabillon-Velasquez, Jonathan Willis, Addison Hilsher, Harris County senior assistant county attorney, designed to give information er Battarbee, Nathaniel Bel- rano, Daniel Soto, Montserat Vu Do, Iakovos-Panagiotis en, Avery Owens, Henry Pa- Justin Salazar, Eva Salinas, Yount and Abigail Zamarri- on how property taxes are generated in Texas and how to reduce property taxes through leville, Christopher Berrum Stall, Mia Sudario, Thao Ta, Kostikoglou, Jacob Lam, checo-Moreno and Angel Pa- Isabella Sanchez, Vash- pa. various exemptions, and reducing the value of property through the protest process at the and Keily Bonilla. Emily Tang, Lillian Thomas, appraisal district. Registration is requested. Caleb Brown, Anddy Jenna To, Kian Ton, Aiden Friday, April 5, 4 – 6 p.m. Gaming: Fortnite Tournament, for ages 8 and older. Meet at Bustos, Anthony Cancel, Tran, Mina Tran, Jalen Tran, the library computer lab for a 2V2 playground match versus players. There will be times Alonzo Chapman, Ryan Fernando Vargas, Madeline rotations based on the number of players. Players with a USB Xbox One or PS4 controller Chau, Jaslynn Chavez, Macy Vasquez, Marissa Vasquez, Our Family Has Grown! can bring it and hook into the library computer if it has the USB cord attached or USB Cooper, Cecilia Cruz, Ricar- Aidan Veitia, Alverto Vil- wireless charging cord. do Delgado, Hadi Elghawi, lanueva, Noah Villareal, Thu Tuesday, April 9, 2:30 p.m. UpWORDS, for infants from birth to 24 months. The up- Jalynn Enriquez, Awele Fa- Kim Vo, Leon Vu, Christo- WORDS program, using the LENA StartTM curriculum, consists of 14 one-hour sessions vour Ozieh, Jonathan Flores, pher Vu, Zoey Vuong, Mal- during four months in which parents learn how to improve their child’s early language. Savannah Flores-Lewis and akai West, Olivia Wheeler, Progress is measured between sessions with LENA SystemTM technology which records Calvin Flowers. Amari Wilks and Morgan speech at home for a day after each class. Reports will be generated with information Roxann Franco, Lexi Williams. on how much a parent is talking, when one could talk more, and how much the parent Galindo, Reynol Galvan, Ju- Sixth grade is growing with the baby. The program is scheduled through June 4. Preregistration is lietta Garcia, Samantha Gar- Fernando Aguilar, Rigo- required. Contact the children’s librarian at 832-927-7870 or in person. za, Emily Golenko, Evalyna berto Alanis, Ariana Alaniz, Below are the programs that occur every week, unless the library is closed: Gonzales, Miranda Gonza- Manal Aleem, Jonathan Al- Tuesday, Babytime lapsit, 10:30 a.m. For babies 0 to 18 months, featuring a moth- lez, Abigail Gutierrez, Jakob exander, Ayaan Ali, Keiley Now with two locations to er-baby lapsit time with fi ngerplays, songs and playtime. Hasbell, Maddox Hernan- Anthony, Daniel Arcene- Wednesday, Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. For children, ages 3 to 5 years, features dez, Morgan Hill and Anson aux, Grace Arriola, Lorenzo better serve our community stories, songs, fi ngerplays and a craft. Huynh. Betancourt, Loriana Betan- Wednesday, 2 – 3 p.m.: Basic computer classes (Vietnamese). Learn mouse, keyboard- Vi Thuy Huynh, Nathan court, Kahci Blackmon, Di- Niday - Fairmont Funeral Home Niday Funeral Home ing, basic internet skills and more at this weekly class in Vietnamese. Registration is Jimenez, Danton Le, Na- diane Boijseauneau, Da- 6777 Fairmont Pkwy. • Pasadena 12440 Beamer • Houston requested. than-Cuong Le, Jayden Lee, vid Bonilla, Nathan Borjas, Thursday, Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. For toddlers from birth to 3 years, storytime Elijah Lewis, Samuel Lopez, Stephanie Bui, Kaylie Bui, 281.991.0575 281.464.7200 features stories, songs, fi ngerplays and bubbles. Daveon Love, Donovan Luu, Nathan Bui, Emily Cano, Saturday, Vietnamese learning time, for adults and children ages 8 and older. Classes Sarah Massey, Liliana Mata, Viviana Cantu, Angelina Still family owned and operated, our exceptional service and affordability set us apart from other begin at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. It’s a great time to take a class Mia Mata, Edgardo Mateo, Cao, Jonathan Carter and funeral homes. The moment you sit down with us, you will feel and see the difference. to help with a skill for work, gain understanding of a topic or learn a language. There Morgan McGee, Miranda Paris Cervantes. Niday Funeral Home services all cemeteries and offers a range of funeral and cremation options. are many free classes available online at the library website or on the internet, through Medel, John Medel, Kiara Michael Collins, Alicia universities or other sources. Practice navigating the internet to learn about these, or sign Merkerson, Jessica Moise Cruz, Adriel Cruz, Tailin Planning in advance can be one of the most thoughtful decisions you up for one. For more information, speak with Loc Bui. and Nathan Montez. Curtis, Adam Daley, Ale- make for your family. Our plans are transferable should you move, For more information on these programs, call the library at 832-927-7870. Angie Munoz, Ayden Mu- jandro Del Villar, Kaden Library hours are: Thursday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 1 – 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 noz, Evelina Munoz, Quoc- Dillard, Kristin Do, Abril and we also accept most existing policies from other funeral homes. p.m.; Sunday, closed; Monday, 1 – 9 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, 10 Bao Ngo, Mary Nguyen, Tif- Dosal, Andre Espinosa, Em- a.m. – 9 p.m. fany Nguyen, Haley Nguyen manuel Estrada, Evan Fer- Thursday, April 4, 2019, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Mental health takes center stage in Dobie’s one-act play By Jade Wise derness” portrays so much Bockley and Anne Hamburger, from drug addiction, mental “A lot of the issues brought Meador 4th-graders in Olympiad For J. Frank Dobie High more than just punching a tick- is the story of six adolescents and physical abuse, bullying, up in ‘Wilderness,’ like mental School, the bidistrict Universi- et to the next round of compe- in a group therapy program broken homes, self-harm, sex- health, transgender issues and ty Interscholastic League one- tition. who deal with a variety of ual assault, sexuality and other divorce, are often viewed as act play production of “Wil- The play, written by Seth mental health issues stemming challenges. being taboo and so they real- ly don’t get talked about much in the community,” said Dobie junior Stephanie Horton, who plays the role of Elizabeth – a child of divorce and daughter of a bipolar, violent mother. “I think instead of ignoring these things and just hiding be- hind a smile to keep up appear- ances, it’s good to bring these topics to light so that we don’t push people who really strug- gle with these issues away,” said Horton. Dobie senior Elyssa Ar- menta who plays Chloe – a girl who has been sexually manip- ulated, self-harms and faces bullying, said that she hopes the play will advance conver- sations about teenage mental health. “I feel that even though teenage mental health is being talked about more, it is still put on the back burner,” said Ar- menta. “A lot of adults don’t truly understand or they forget the struggles that teenagers deal with. On top of that, the things we face now are completely different from what it was even 20 years ago.” Students from Dobie High School Theatre had the oppor- Woitena, Elyssa Armenta, Kayla Newsome, Nick Keel and For Dobie Theatre teach- tunity to see life through another person’s struggles while Stephanie Horton. Shown below acting in another scene er Juliet Weigand, the story of participating in the one-act play “Wilderness.” Shown are, left to right, Armenta, Keishon Groves, Newsome and “Wilderness” is a powerful one above in the middle of a scene are, left to right, Caitlyn Orion Wilson. Photos submitted that has dramatically touched the lives of all her students. “When the students fi rst read the script, it hit them hard because every single one of them connected with some- thing, somehow, someway to the story,” said Weigand. “Even parents and audience members can connect to the story as well, because it’s so pertinent to our society today and it talks about how ado- lescents and their parents deal with these topics.” Due to the heavy nature of some of the subjects, cast members participated in spe- cial exercises where they Meador Elementary fourth-grade Olympiad partici- Roy-Gee, (middle row) Hermallony Campos, Jannie learned how to detach them- pants worked diligently and learned routines they per- Cardenas, Jessica Cardenas, Payton Turner, Jaedon selves from the lives of the formed on March 7. The students did an outstanding Sinclair, (back row) coach Derek Woodard, Jose Gon- character they play. job and performed Zumba and yoga and demonstrat- zalez, coach Kevin Goffney. Not pictured are Allyssa “Dealing with some of the ed rhythm and coordination with ribbon balls. Shown Hinojosa and Jennifer Tran. diffi cult topics has been hard, are, left to right, (front row) Jillian Mikulski, Naryiah Photo by Tara Merida not only for me but for many of the actors because a lot of us have fi rst-hand experience with many of the issues that ‘Wilderness’ deals with, even Moore students compete at science fair if it is not to the same extent,” said Horton. For one class period, Weigand even halted practice to bring in Dobie counselors Erin Richardson and Kelcey Davis to speak with the cast about the topics and share pos- itive coping mechanisms. “We didn’t really know what to expect,” said Richard- Getting son. “We went in with hand- outs and began sharing strat- egies for handling stress and anxiety. However, the conver- sation quickly evolved into students sharing things that they or someone they know is dealing with and we were able to offer healthy strategies to help them.” Armenta said that being a part of “Wilderness” has giv- en the cast members a place where they can openly talk about their own struggles. “We are all very close to the characters we play and I Started Safely think this has helped every sin- gle person here deal with their own mental issues or strug- gles,” said Armenta. “It’s a form of healing for us in that we have a safe space where we can just live it and express the emotion of our character in a passionate way.” The play, set in a wilderness Call 811 before you dig. camp in the mountains of Utah and based on real-life stories, has also opened up cast mem- When it comes to digging safely, you make the call. bers’ eyes to the struggles of Whether you’re working on a large excavation, or simply others. Moore Elementary students received several medals are, left to right, (front row) Alfredo Gonzalez; Paola “Realizing that these are and a trophy from the Pasadena Independent School Ibarra; Dalila Chapa; (back row) Emmery Lynn; Bur- planting a tree in your yard, natural gas and utility line real things that happen to real District science fair. Shown above is Hadassah Burgett gett; and Dr. Karen Hickman, deputy superintendent people every day was some- (left) being presented an Honorable Mention trophy of academic achievement. Gonzalez, Lynn and Burgett safety should always be job one – and that means thing that was really import- by Dr. Marsha Jones, executive director of curriculum received gold medals. Chapa and Ibarra both received ant to go through,” said Kayla and instruction. Shown below celebrating the awards silver medals. Photos submitted calling 811 before you dig. Calling 811 helps you know Newsome, who plays the role of Sophia – an adolescent that where natural gas, electric, water and other under- struggles with anxiety, panic attacks and violent tendencies. ground lines are located. It also helps you avoid causing Riley Gilbert, a senior who plays Elizabeth’s strict serious injuries, service interruptions, or possibly costly military father, added that the fines for damaged infrastructure. Make the call. It’s play has given him a deeper understanding of others. easy. It’s FREE. Respect the lines. Dig with care. After “It gives you the sense that everyone has their own reality,” all, safety is in your hands, but always on our minds. said Gilbert. “It has helped me understand that everybody has something that they are going We’re investing in infrastructure, technology through and just because you don’t understand or don’t know and services that help keep you safe. what it feels like, that doesn’t change the fact that they are still having a hard time.” More information on natural gas safety is At the district competition, Armenta said that she had sev- available at: CenterPointEnergy.com/Safety. eral female audience members that came up to her to thank her for portraying the struggles of her character in a way they strongly related to. “I don’t feel like I person- ally did anything, but it’s the character and the universal emotions that they and the au- dience related to,” said Armen- ta. “It is a very unique oppor- tunity that we have in being able to bring these issues to light and open people’s eyes to what is actually happening. ©2018 CenterPoint Energy 187119 I think that is what theater is all about.” Page 4 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, April 4, 2019

San Jacinto Day Over The Back Fence by Alexis Firefighters raise Festival canceled funds for victims The March 17 tank farm and grasslands in and around fi re at the Intercontinental the San Jacinto Site and con- Continued from Page 1A and HFD Station 61, 9726 Terminals Company facility tinuing uncertainties, we feel ELLIANA TURNS TWO Blow out the candles for Maria (Lupita) Richeson April 6. Cheers for a happy birth- To donate money, visit Monroe. remains an ongoing situation it is better to act proactively Happy birthday wishes for a great second Jimenez on April 8. day are sent to Andrew Barrett and Amrian https://www.gofundme. Donors are asked to that has closed the San Ja- than reactively to these cir- birthday are sent April 4 to Elliana Abarca from South Belt Elementary Millard on April 8. On April 9, Bryan Landry com/f/help-ferguson- wait until the Ferguson cinto Battleground State His- cumstances.” parents Natalie and Jose Abarca; brothers Warm wishes for a wonderful birthday are and Cody Blanchard enjoy a birthday. famly-recover-from-bad- family has relocated be- toric Site and the San Jacinto With an abundance of cau- Kelvin and Noah and sister Isabella Abarca; sent to Morgan Champbellan April 4. Christine FRIENDS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS house-fi re. fore donating any physi- Museum of History since the tion, the diffi cult decision has grandparents David and Ellie Flickinger; Palmer enjoys a birthday April 10. The Leader sends happy birthday wishes to In addition to donating cal furniture. Organizers, emergency situation began. At been made to cancel the 2019 and great-grandparents Marie and David Stuchbery Elementary friends who enjoy a birthday: cash, those wishing to help however, are planning to the present time, access to the San Jacinto Festival and Bat- Flickinger. Best wishes for a great birthday April 8 are Thursday, April 4: Debbie Pitre, Jenn may also donate physical area surrounding the site is re- tle Reenactment scheduled SCHOOL DAZE sent to Robin Salinas. Copeland, Wendy Banh Nguyen, Travis Doe collect furniture as well in stricted to emergency person- for April 13. All involved are The following personnel of the Pasadena In- Melillo Middle School and Katie Burns; Friday, April 5: Davis Borsché, goods, such as clothes and the near future. nel involved in the cleanup. deeply saddened that this im- dependent School District celebrate birthdays The day for a double-layer cake for Charlotte Jennifer Smith, Teri Polluck, Debbie Trellue, toys to HFD Station 70, See future editions of All preparations needed for a portant tradition will not oc- April 4 through April 10. Anthony and Charlene Gronewold is April 6. Cindy Russell and Don Adam; Saturday, April 11410 Beamer; HFD Sta- the Leader for additional successful Festival and Bat- cur for only the second time Burnett Elementary The day for birthday fun for Therese Gage is 6: Carol Barber, Jason Weston, Lena West tion 93, 911 Dixie Farm; information. tle Reenactment by necessity, in nearly 35 years. Erica Cantu marks a birthday for celebration April 9. and Jerry Devila; Sunday, April 7: Denise have been halted. “Thank you to everyone on April 8. Roberts Middle School Goodwin, Selena Conley, Larry Higgs, Jeff “While the situation is for their continued support Bush Elementary Share in the birthday fun for Alysia Mauricio White and Melanie Clinckscales; Monday, Amnesty program will improving, we do not know during this tough time. The Celebrate with a double-layer cake for April 10. April 8: Tricia Black, Alexander Restrepo and when conditions will allow staff of the San Jacinto Bat- Jennifer Martinez and Consuleo Patino on Beverly Hills Intermediate Ruth Scotton; Tuesday, April 9: Greg Black, for the public to return to this tleground, San Jacinto Mon- April 9. Enjoy a double-layer cake April 8 with Laura Jennifer Pareya, Victoria Grissom, Yvonne end Saturday, April 6 hallowed ground,” said Larry ument and Battleship Texas Frazier Elementary Dossman and Kathleen Pyle. Send birthday Longoria and Keith Harrison; and Wednesday, Spasic, San Jacinto Muse- look forward to the recovery Greetings for a wonderful birthday are sent greetings April 10 to Irene Malloy. April 10: Mackie Caves, Jennifer Spray, Coby Continued from Page 1A dialing 311 or 713-837-0311 um president. “Our overrid- phase of this emergency so to Felicia Olivares April 5. The day for a party Thompson Intermediate Bellamy, April Simmons, Kristina Koncaba, program. Bonding compa- for questions about whether ing concern is, of course, the we can again serve the peo- for Javier Guerra is April 6. A special birthday April 6 is the day for a double celebration for Traci Rothermund and Skip Fell. nies, friends, relatives, and their specifi c case(s) is eligi- safety of our guests and the ple of Texas,” said William greeting is sent to Yolanda Barrios April 9. Kevin Cowart and Nicholas Dell’Anno. Light LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS spouses cannot make the ble for amnesty. participants involved as well Irwin, superintendent of the Genoa Elementary the birthday candles April 10 for Jennifer Spray Email birthday, anniversary, vacation, amnesty request on behalf of Defendants may take ad- as the animals used in the San Jacinto State Historic Join in the birthday celebration April 9 for and Ashley Vercher. congratulations, etc., to mynews@south someone else. vantage of the amnesty pro- re-enactment and our educa- Site. Lisa Hance. Dobie High beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject line by The amnesty program gram by phone, U.S. Mail or tional venues. Because of the For updates on the muse- Meador Elementary Birthday greetings are sent to Tracie Friday noon for the next week’s publication. does not apply to a defendant in person at any municipal ongoing efforts of the clean- um and park reopening, visit that is in custody, previously court location. up and remediation of the https://www.sanjacinto-muse adjudicated cases, parking For more informa- pollution in the waterways um.org/Visit_Us/. citations, administrative vi- tion concerning City of Local Little League teams enjoy parade olations, bond forfeitures, or Houston warrants or ci- civil cases. Individuals may tations, visit www.hous CCISD robotics teams call the Houston Helpline by tontx.gov/courts. shine at competition Hundreds of parents, stu- and Brookwood Elementary Stuchbery names dents, staff and community will travel to the same loca- members cheered from the tion for the April 28 – May stands inside the gymnasiums 1 competition. They will put honor, merit rolls of Clear Falls High School their hard work to the test as Clear Creek Independent against more than 1,200 of Stuchbery Elementary has Third grade School District elementary, in- the top, student-led teams named its honor and merit Marahi Aguilar, Saman- termediate and high school ro- around the world. rolls for the third nine-weeks. tha And, Liliana Escuadra, botics teams competed in their “Less than one percent of Honor Roll Gael Gutierrez, Jacob Her- respective state competitions. the teams in the world that Third grade nandez, Evelynn Hernan- Out of the 48 total elemen- start the year end up getting Nicholas Aguilera, Jason dez, Julian Moreno, Sophie tary competitors in the South invited to World’s (Tourna- Chen, Jazbel Garcia, Olivia Nguyen, Johnny Nguyen, Texas VEX IQ State Tourna- ment),” added Schaafs. “For Joiner, Ashley Ly, Brianna Aurelia Ochwila, Heidi Pa- ment, one CCISD team from our district to have multi- Soto and Ca Tran. dron, Aliah Rivera and Na- Ed White E-STEM Magnet ple teams qualify shows just Fourth grade talie Vazquez. School and one from Brook- how much the district fosters Thong Luong, Chelsea Fourth grade Hua, Stephanie Marquez and Tyler Albert, Ashley Mar- wood Elementary School STEM and how amazing are South Belt’s Little League teams enjoyed the annual parade for the Rebekah Hale and Addisyn Castorena. Shown below are the Jr. T-ball qualifi ed for the World the coaches at the schools. Nathaniel Padilla. tinez, Kailyn Quiroz, Jeremy season opener on March 23. Shown above, displaying their version of Dodgers, left to right, Noah Abarca, coach Kenneth Scott, Ruby Sa- Merit Roll Rangel and Ana Reyes. Championship. Team 7421A I am in awe of the support “Fatheads,” are the South Belt Girls Softball 8U Power team mem- linas, Jonathan Cerenio, Gael Cordova, Alexander Aliva, Ethan Her- from Westbrook Intermediate CCISD Robotics receives bers, left to right, Elida Garcia, Carissa Cortez, Jayda Lasker, Grace nandez, Breelyn Wyble and Mason Johnson. also qualifi ed for the World from Dr. Smith, his adminis- Jiménez, Gigi Gaytan, Sofía Charles, Jazelle Sauceda, Kyeli Lara, Photos submitted Championship out of 24 to- tration and the school board, Largest selection of tal teams at the South Texas along with our amazing par- VEX EDR State Tournament. ents and volunteers. 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It’s an exciting time ries of competitions than the to be involved with CCISD VEX Robotics league. The Robotics and I can’t wait Robonauts have won fi rst to see the future that these place in both tournaments t? young engineers create!” so far this year, including nan The 2019 VEX Robotics the Arizona North Regional reg World Championship is the FRC Competition on March e P ld I b culmination to a long year 16. They will compete in the Cou of practice and determina- Lone Star South Regional on tion for these students. The March 30 and the UIL State I need a pregnancy test Westbrook team will travel to Tournament on April 6 if they I need to know what to do Louisville, Ky., April 24 – 27, qualify. We are here for you. We care!! All Services are Free and Confidential. 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Bell, Isaiah Betancourt, Bray- Perfect attendance PERSONS AND PARTIES: lon Cooper, Nylah Cooper, Pre-K Ximena Espinoza, Viviana Matthew Castro, McKins- Southern Crushed Concrete, LLC, has ap- Gamez, Nicholas Gomez, ley Nichole Cooper, Annalise Joan Gonzalez, Bryan Martin, Skye Eliaz, Chelsea Gabriella plied to the Texas Commission on Environ- Sofi a Ochoa, Gabriel Pineda, Fuentes, De’narius King Hen- mental Quality (TCEQ) for renewal of Air Isbella Reynaga, Stephen San- ry, Jazmin Payan, Galilea Pu- chez, Angel Sanchez-Marti- ente, Nicholas Ezekiel Robles Quality Permit No. 9733C, which would nez, Sofi a Torres and Bailey and Naomi Renee Wheaton. authorize continued operation of a Rock Walton. Kindergarten Crushing Plant located at 2070 Genoa Second grade Anna Gabriela De Los Efrain Acosta, Rick Santos, Fatima Diaz, Aliyah Red Bluff Road, Houston, Harris County, Azinge, Naidelyn Barron, Marie Garcia, Ayden Antho- Texas 77034-4115. Additional information Christopher Delao, Allison ny Jackson, Alex Juarez, Na- concerning this application is contained in Garcia, Savannah Gomez, talya Luna-Villatoro, Legrand Kameron Johnson, Joseph Mbusa Mbusa, Aiden Giovan- the public notice section of this newspaper Magana, Brandon Peters, Em- ni Olivares, Journey Brooklyn (Page 4B). ily Quezada, Yarely Rangel, Olivier and Rooney Vu. Shown above are the Brewers minor division, left to right, (front row) er; Julio Rodriguez; Nicholas Forero; AJ Silva; (back row) Flor Cantu, Yahir Tejada, Joseph Vazquez First grade Elijah Garcia; Damian Garza; Julius Cantu; (middle row) Sebastian team mom; Julio Cantu, manager; Jonathan Kipp, coach; and Heliot and Paris Woodard. Braylon Steel Cooper, Ro- Garza; Cristian Tamayo; Kelvin Lopez; Luke Stacey; Mario Alamagu- Forero, assistant coach. Third grade Continued on Page 6A Remember When More 40 years ago (1979) 35 years ago (1984) president of the Sagemont-Bev- cials, a female eighth-grader well at the District 23-5A track E. Edgebrook. than 250 Army soldiers, their discounts. Angela Shifl ett, daughter of Representatives from seven erly Hills Little League after at Beverly Hills Intermediate and fi eld meet, winning the Darrell Scott, father of the families and community mem- Roy and Eunice Shifl ett, won of the 14 subdivisions in the involvement in a confrontation School was suspended for the boys’ team title and fi nishing fi rst student to die at Colum- bers set a Guinness record for State Farm® offers more discounts to the title of Miss Deer Park and South Belt area established the over a United Sports Associa- remainder of the school year second in the girls’ division. bine High School in Little- the largest human numerical more drivers. consequently qualifi ed for the South Belt Civic Coalition to tion regulation. for allegedly carrying a hand- 20 years ago (1999) ton, Colo., spoke to students formation by forming a “75” at Get to a better State®. Miss Texas competition. unify efforts on clean up, an- 30 years ago (1989) gun on campus. City of Houston Fire Sta- at Clear Brook High and Ellington Field. Get State Farm. An extremely low turnout imal control, signs or lack of Following a two-week in- Charles Thacker, superin- tion 93, off the Gulf Freeway at Brookside Intermediate about 5 years ago (2014) cast ballots at the four local signs and ordinance violations. vestigation by Pasadena Inde- tendent of Clear Creek Inde- Dixie Farm Road, opened. school violence. Two 11-year-old boys CALL ME TODAY. utility district elections. Robert Mendoza resigned as pendent School District offi- pendent School District devel- Mike Tucker, owner and 10 years ago (2009) were seriously injured when oped a long range plan called head instructor at USA Karate, A ribbon-cutting celebra- they were struck by a juvenile NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE “Plan 2000” which drew the ire was inducted into the World tion was held Saturday, April 4, driver while they were playing of property to satisfy a landlord’s lien. Sale to be held at Niday Public Storage at of citizens and befuddled the Martial Arts Hall of Fame in for the new community center basketball in the 8500 block of 12450 Beamer Rd., Houston, Texas 77089 on April 16, 2019 at 10 a.m. Property board of trustees even before Cleveland. at El Franco Lee Park. The new Kirkville. The accident, which he had the chance to present 15 years ago (2004) facility would cater to area se- injured Gabriel Rojas and Jay will be sold to the highest cash bidder for each unit. Cleanup and deposit may be the proposal. A meeting was held con- niors and local nonprofi t orga- Solomon, prompted Harris required. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the Concerned over the Envi- cerning the proposal of U.S. nizations. The event coincided County to conduct a traffi c sale. Property includes contents of spaces of the following tenants: ronmental Protection Agency’s Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison to with Harris County’s annual study at the intersection. proposed plans for cleanup at move 2,300 Army, Navy and Easter egg hunt at the park. The 16-year-old mother GERALD CROWHURST - freezer, dresser, misc. household goods and the Dixie Oil Processing site Marine Corps Reserve Troops Roughly 550 volunteers accused of placing her new- Cynthia Beecher, Agent boxes 11705 S Sam Houston Pkwy East • Houston, TX 77089 and confl icting views on the from the Old Spanish Trail from Sagemont Church devot- born baby in a Windmill Lakes Bus: 281-464-2422 HAI M. LY - bed frame, scaffolding, boat console problem, a group of South Belt base to Ellington Field. ed their time and energy to dumpster in February relin- [email protected] JOHN B. BLEVINS - (3 UNITS) chain saw, misc. tools, weedeaters, misc. air area people joined property A ribbon cutting was held beautify and make improve- quished her rights to the child M,T, W,Th,F 8:30am to 5:00pm conditioner, misc. boxes owner Ralph Lowe on a tour at the new Marie Spence Flick- ments to local elementary at a court hearing. Sat 9am-11am TAMARIA K. TURNER - washer/dryer, mattress, table, misc. furniture through the site. inger Fine Arts Building at the schools. Of the invited local 1 year ago (2018) After Hours by Appointment SHANEL D. THOMPSON - couch, blankets, misc. bags 25 years ago (1994) South campus of San Jacinto elementary schools, Stuchbery, South Belt resident Chuck Adding a science wing College. Frazier, Meador and Moore Maricle as presented the U.S. JESUS FAZ - dresser, chairs, blankets to Thompson Intermediate Rhonda Parmer was pre- chose to participate in the Coast Guard’s Meritorious CESAR G. HERNANDEZ - exercise machine, tv, misc. boxes and clothing School was among the recom- paring to assume the duties of endeavor. Service Medal for his sup- mendations of the Pasadena principal at Frazier Elementary. In an effort led by the 1st port during Hurricane Harvey. Contact: NIDAY PUBLIC STORAGE Independent School District’s HPD Offi cer P. Galvan was Battle Command Training Maricle serves as the district State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL 12450 Beamer Rd., Houston, Texas 77089 (281)484-5335 Facilities Steering Committee. assaulted while working an ex- Brigade, 75th Battle Com- chief of staff for the USCG’s State Farm Fire and Casualty Company, State Farm General Dobie High School fared tra job at the apartments at 101 mand Training Division, more 8th Coastal Region. 1201159 Insurance Company, Bloomington, IL Thursday, April 4, 2019, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Atkinson names third nine- Family Fun Fest preparations underway SJC named to Top weeks rolls, principal’s list 10 in the nation Continued from Page 1A across the more than 1,100 Atkinson Elementary has Ayden Rodriguez and Jolie talie Hodgson-Garcia, Sebas- access and success for mi- community colleges in the named its honor roll, merit Tran. tian Martinez, Melissa Me- nority and low-income stu- U.S. is critical to national roll and principal’s list for the Fourth grade lendez, Jacob Moreno, Jaime dents. From the more than efforts to develop talent and third nine-weeks. Noah Serna. Palomino, Jayden Piereda, 1,100 community colleges enable individual social mo- Honor Roll Principal’s List Kendra Prida, Cody Teague nationwide, San Jacinto Col- bility because: Third grade Kindergarten and Andy Zamora. lege was fi rst selected among Community colleges dis- Ricky Doan, Jakob Gen- Shufeng Cao, Elisabeth Third grade the top 150 last spring. proportionally enroll low-in- try, Khai Nguyen, Jonathan Cordova, Chloe Cortez, Jack Jesus Carrillo, Manuel A selection committee come and minority students Nora, Rubi Reyes and Dan- Maddox, Paige McMullen, Cedillo, Sasha Cepeda, Kyle then narrowed down those enrolled in college today. iella Tamayo. Tommy Nguyen, Jose Rodri- Contreras, Angel Escobar, institutions to the top 10, Community college grad- Fourth grade guez and Sofi a Sanchez. Ineke Hicks, Wendi Li, Rubi and today named two Aspen uation rates remain fl at, with Vanessa Blanco, Henry First grade Reyes, Isaac Torres and Car- Prize winners and three Ris- fewer than 40 percent of all Hong, Brooke Kelso, Huy Alvaro Correra, Zuri Dias, los Vega. ing Star recipients. entering students earning a Le, Duy Nguyen, Jocelyn Tatiana Gamboa, Damian Fourth grade San Jacinto College was a degree and / or transferring Nguyen and Minh Vu. Hicks, Lam Luu, Melanie Vianka Alanis, Lizeth Rising Star Award recipient to a four-year college or uni- Merit Roll Mandujano, Emily Martinez, Banda, Matthew Erazo, Va- in 2017, placing the college versity. Third grade Michael Tran, Haley Trevino leria Frias, Sophia Gonzalez, among the nation’s top fi ve A college degree today is Jessica Escobar, Miguel and Gabriel Wotkyns. Alan Hamlett, Trinity Ly- community colleges more important than ever be- Garcia, Robert Gonzalez, Second grade ons, Seven Nguyen, Precious “San Jacinto College fore. Leo Danny Gonzalez, Luna Rebecca DeLeon, Alexis Osaghae, Noah Serna, Emily offers strong workforce Recent research shows Hernandez, Joshua Montes, Esquivel, Layla Garcia, Na- Trevino and Jose Luis Vieyra. programs that are directly that out of the 11.6 million aligned to employer needs jobs created in the post-re- and job opportunities in cession economy, 11.5 mil- PISD releases fine arts calendar the region — especially in lion require a college educa- The Pasadena Independent Concert and Sight Reading, Choir fi fth-grade Concert, health care, maritime, and tion. School District has released its April 24, 25 and 26; all day; May 9, 6 p.m., Morris cafete- petrochemical industries,” For more information fi ne arts performances calen- Dobie High School. ria. said Joshua Wyner, execu- about the 2019 Aspen Prize Preparations are underway for the annual Family Fun Lake; Sharon Turner, The Fun Bunch committee mem- dar for the months of April and Fred Roberts Middle Morris Middle School tive director of the Aspen In- Winners and Rising Star Fest, to be held at Clear Brook City Park on Saturday, ber; Ellen McIntyre, The Fun Bunch committee mem- May. School Orchestra Concert, sixth-grade Choir Spring Con- stitute’s College Excellence recipients, as well as infor- April 13. Shown above getting ready for all the fun are, ber; Kay Barbour, South Belt-Ellington Chamber of The events are listed by April 25, 6:30 p.m., Fred Rob- cert, May 9, 7 p.m., Morris caf- Program. mation and lessons learned left to right, Debi Hummel, Sageglen Community As- Commerce president; and Mary Maddox, Chamber name, date, time and location. erts cafeteria. eteria. “The college has also from all of the Prize Finalists sociation; Lisa Sanchez, Keller Williams Realty Clear volunteer. Photo by Marie Flickinger High School Choir UIL High School Orchestra Thompson Intermediate made signifi cant investments listed below, please visit the Concert and Sight Reading, Solo and Ensemble not go- Dance Dobie Spring Show, in guided pathways reforms, Aspen Prize for Community April 4 and 5, all day, Deer ing to state, April 27, all day, May 9, 7 p.m., Dobie High ensuring that students re- College Excellence website. Park PAC. Pasadena Memorial High School. ceive strong, consistent ad- 2019 Aspen South Belt Elementary School. Strawberry Festival Parade, Morris students compete in science fair vising to help them stay on Prize winners Music fi rst-grade program, Intermediate Band Solo and May 11, 10 a.m. track to completion.” Indian River State College April 4, 7 p.m., South Belt Ensemble Contest, April 27, Big Art Day, May 17, 5 Over the last 10 years, (Fort Pierce, Fla.) cafeteria. all day, Park View Intermedi- p.m., Veterans Memorial Sta- San Jacinto College has in- Miami Dade College (Mi- Middle School Orchestra ate. dium. creased the number of certif- ami, Fla.) Concert and Sight Reading Beverly Hills Intermediate Thompson Intermediate icates and associate degrees Rising Star Award Benchmark, April 6, all day, Spring Orchestra Concerts, Dance Thompson’s Spring awarded by 169 percent. Odessa College (Odessa, Beverly Hills Intermediate. May 2, 6 p.m., Ledford Hall. Showcase, May 21, 6 p.m., Last academic year, 7,019 Texas); Pierce College at Intermediate Choir Solo Dobie High School Orches- Thompson outside gym. students earned a certifi cate Fort Steilacoom (Lakewood, and Ensemble Contest, April tra Spring Concert/Senior Rec- Moore Elementary fourth- or degree from San Jacinto Wash.); Alamo Colleges 13, all day, Jackson Intermedi- ognition, May 3, 6:30 p.m., grade Choir Spring Program/ College. District – Palo Alto College ate. Dobie auditorium. All School Talent Show, May This increase is due to a (San Antonio, Texas) Intermediate Orchestra Beverly Hills Intermediate 21, 6 p.m., Moore cafeteria. laser focus on student suc- Finalists Solo and Ensemble Contest, Band Spring Concert, May 7, South Houston High cess and the support students Broward College (Fort April 13, all day, Thompson 7 p.m., Beverly Hills auditori- School Orchestra Spring Con- receive along their paths Lauderdale, Fla.); CUNY Intermediate. um. cert, May 21, 6:30 p.m., South from when they fi rst arrive at Kingsborough Community Fred Roberts Middle Laura Bush Elementary Houston auditorium. San Jacinto College through College (Brooklyn, N.Y.); School Band Spring Concert, fourth-grade Recorder Con- Beverly Hills Intermediate graduation. The college Mitchell Technical Institute April 16, 6 p.m., Fred Roberts cert, May 9, 6 p.m., Laura Orchestra all–School Music concentrates its efforts on (Mitchell, S.D.); Pasade- cafeteria. Bush gym. Concert, May 28, 9 a.m., Bev- initiatives that show results na City College (Pasadena, High School Band UIL Morris Middle School erly Hills blue gym. in student achievement and Calif.); San Jacinto College progress. (Pasadena, Texas.) “It is our mission to cre- The Aspen Prize is gen- UHCL announces calendar briefs ate an educational culture erously funded by ECMC The University of Hous- in room 1203 of the STEM nual Autism Resource Fair that nurtures student suc- Foundation, Joyce Founda- ton-Clear Lake has an- and Classroom Building, sponsored by the Applied cess in every way,” said Dr. tion, The Kresge Foundation nounced its calendar briefs. 2700 Bay Area Blvd. The Behavior Analysis Student Laurel Williamson, deputy and Siemens Foundation. Lisa Dyson coming lectures are free. If pursu- Organization. chancellor and San Jacinto The Aspen Institute Col- to UHCL lecture series ing continuing-education The fair is open from College president. lege Excellence Program Technology Entertain- credits, each lecture is $15; 12:30 to 2 p.m. in UHCL’s “This approach begins aims to advance higher ed- ment and Design presenter any three lectures is $40; the Recreation and Wellness with our Board of Trustees, ucation practices, policies, Lisa Dyson will bring her entire series is $99. To regis- Center, a short walk from the who cast the vision for our and leadership that sig- vision of a sustainable fu- ter or for more information, lecture hall. college, and it fi lters through nifi cantly improve student ture to University of Hous- go to http://bit.ly/uhcl-phys 25th annual student Students from Morris Elementary competed in the Allison Lewallen, Morris principal; Shazia Mustapha, every aspect of our students’ outcomes, especially for ton-Clear Lake’s Physics ics-lectures. conference at UHCL Pasadena Independent School District science fair on third place in environmental science; Hussai Arias; educational journey. Our the growing population of Lecture Series on April 22 as How to get an autistic The public is invited to at- March 28. Shown are, left to right, (front row) Yuliana Xavier Martinez, second-place winner in Earth science; dedicated faculty and staff low-income and minority she explains how her compa- learner to tolerate tend the 25th annual Student Zambrano; Andres Valdez; Peyton Lynn; Guillermo and Jamie Otto, assistant principal. work tirelessly to implement students on American cam- ny created the process that “Not now” Conference for Research and Fernandez; (middle row) Hannah Nguyen; (back row) Photo submitted new techniques, innovative puses. utilizes natural microbes to Parents, teachers and pro- Creative Arts at University methods, and accessible re- The program is part of convert carbon dioxide into fessionals can get advice on of Houston-Clear Lake April sources in the classroom to The Aspen Institute, which proteins, oils and other bio- how to get autistic learners 15-18 in the Bayou Building, ensure that our students have has a mission of fostering based products. to tolerate being told “Not 2700 Bay Area Blvd. City grapples with implementing Prop B the tools and support needed leadership based on endur- Dyson is founder and now” and “Wait” at this Undergraduate and grad- to fi nish what they start here ing values and providing CEO of Kiverdi, a Califor- month’s lecture presented by uate students will showcase Continued from Page 1A part of April, while the city ly fee would generate the ing public safety, draining at San Jacinto College.” a nonpartisan venue for nia company whose mission University of Houston-Clear original work in various get for the next fi scal year continues to fi nd ways to money needed to fi nance the the city’s fund balance and Community colleges to- dealing with critical issues. is to develop innovations be- Lake’s Center for Autism disciplines, from arts to sci- by the end of this June. Ac- balance the budget and min- raises without sacrifi cing possibly lowering the city day enroll about 40 percent For more information, visit yond traditional agriculture and Developmental Disabil- ence. The public is welcome cording to Turner, the city imize layoffs. any manpower. bond rating and increasing of all U.S. undergraduates http://highered.aspeninsti to help feed and power the ities. to all sessions at no costs. will draw from the fund “Nobody wants to see A March 27 Council vote the cost of property insur- – 6 million students – who tute.org/ and www.linkedin. world. Her lecture is titled Graduate student Caitlyn Volunteers are also sought. balance, make further cuts public employee layoffs, on the measure, however, ance for homeowners and are working toward earn- com/showcase/aspenhigh “From String Theory to Pro- Metoyer, who is seeking her For more information, vis- in department budgets and but just like hard-working failed 16-1, with Boykins businesses. ing degrees and certifi cates. ered and follow @Aspen tein Made from CO2: One master’s degree in behavior- it www.uhcl.edu/student-con draw from any available Houston families, the city being the only member vot- “In the coming days, I Improving student success HigherEd on Twitter. Person’s Journey from Sci- al analysis, will discuss how ference. Parking passes can sources of funds that have must live within its means ing in favor. will reach out to city em- ence to Entrepreneurship.” to teach learners to appro- be purchased at the Parking not been dedicated to other and reduce expenses to pay “Yesterday, I was the ployees, my council col- Washburn Tunnel to close Dyson holds a doctorate priately request and tolerate Lot R kiosk. expenses. If a budget gap its bills when income is lim- only member of City Coun- leagues and Houstonians in physics from Massachu- when their requests are de- Mercury to perform remains, and in the absence ited,” Turner said. “There’s cil to vote for my proposed broadly to see if we can The Washburn Tunnel will be closed continuously through setts Institute of Technology nied, as well as what strat- at Bayou Theater of new funding sources, the no magic wand we can use policy solution that would identify any other fi scally 4 a.m. on Monday, April 8. and has conducted technical egies to use when tantrums Bay Area’s Mercury or- city will have no choice but to make fi nancial challenges have created a permanent responsible ideas to create During this time, crews will be conducting in-depth main- research at MIT, Stanford, occur. chestra will present sere- to lay off personnel. disappear.” funding source to imme- a funding source for pay tenance to the tunnel lining as part of the Washburn Tunnel University of California The free lecture is Sat- nades by Edward Elgar and Based on initial projec- City Council Member diately and fully fund pay parity that secures our pub- concrete repairs project, which was planned to pro-actively Berkeley, Princeton, Uni- urday, April 13, from 10:30 Pyotr Tchaikovsky at 7:30 tions, the city anticipates Dwight Boykins, whose parity for fi refi ghters as lic safety and prevents the preserve the life of the tunnel. versity of London, UC San a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the p.m. Friday, April 19 in Uni- having to lay off 400 to 500 District D represents much approved by the voters on harmful impact of massive Drivers are reminded to use alternate routes during the clo- Francisco and the Lawrence Garden Room of UH-Clear versity of Houston-Clear fi refi ghters and municipal of the South Belt commu- Nov. 6, 2018,” said Boykins. job losses. sure. Alternate routes include I-610 East Loop Freeway, the Berkeley Labs. In 2016, she Lake’s Bayou Building, Lake’s Bayou Theater, 2700 employees. Because the nity, proposed a garbage fee “My proposal would “Real leadership requires Sam Houston Parkway and Highway 146. delivered a TED talk on how 2700 Bay Area Blvd. Lunch Bay Area Blvd. city must give employees to fund the fi refi ghter par have also prevented the the willingness to do what’s Be sure to visit www.hcp2.com or follow Harris County an idea developed by NASA is provided by the Bill and The performance will 60 days’ notice, notifi cation increases. Under Boykins’ need for laying off hundreds right even when it’s not pop- Precinct 2 on social media, including Facebook, Twitter, Ins- in the 1960s could be the key Helen Crowder Founda- feature Tchaikovsky’s “Ser- letters would go out the fi rst proposal, a $20-$25 month- of city employees, threaten- ular. This is what I did on tagram or Nextdoor for the latest updates on the precinct. to reinventing how we grow tion. Space is limited. Reg- enade for Strings in C major, Wednesday, and I will never food. ister at www.uhcl.edu/au Op. 48” and Elgar’s “Little shrink from standing up for Troop 468 hosts spaghetti dinner The UH-Clear Lake lec- tism-center/speaker-series. Tunes” as he called them: Salt Grass Potters Guild holds spring sale what I believe in.” ture series is 7 p.m. each After the lecture partic- “Serenade for Strings in E Adjusted pay checks Boy Scout Troop 468 will be hosting its 16th annual Monday through April 29 ipants are invited to the an- minor, Op. 20,” “Chanson de The Salt Grass Potters Guild will hold its annual spring sale of original handmade refl ecting the the new pay spaghetti dinner fundraiser on April 27, at St. Andrew’s Nuit, Op. 15, No.1,” “Chan- pottery on Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, May 5, from 10 a.m. increase will be issued next Episcopal Church, 2535 East Broadway, from 4 to 8 pm. Park at Fuqua Subdivision son de Matin, Op. 15, No. to 4 p.m., at the Clear Lake Park meeting room, located at 5001 E. NASA Parkway in month, city offi cials said, Each dinner includes a generous serving of spaghetti 2” and “Salut d’Amour, Op. Seabrook. but at a cost. with or without meatballs, salad, bread and a drink for $6, COMMUNITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE 12.” The park is one traffi c light east of the Hilton on the Lake. About 20 artists will be “(F)irefi ghters will be eat-in or take-out. Individual desserts are available for At the intersection of Fuqua and East Palm Lake Drive. Tickets are $20 for adults available to answer questions about the artwork. paid in accordance to Prop separate purchase. There will also be a silent auction and Saturday, April 13th U 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and $13 for students. To pur- There will be a variety of items from functional dishware to purely decorative clay B, starting the second week baked goods sale. Come and see what hidden treasures await curious buyers. chase, visit www.uhcl.edu/ pieces as well as sculpture. in May, but it will not come All proceeds benefi t Troop 468’s activities and A ton of great stuff available. A can’t miss event. bayou-theater/events-tickets. Many items are suitable for decoration or as gifts. without consequences to the equipment. Tickets will be available at the door. In- The community is invited. city as a whole,” Turner’s terested persons may email Stephanie Mayo at Steph For additional information, contact Don at 713-410-8599 or Eleanor 713-851-4012 or offi ce stated in a press re- anie [email protected] to prepurchase tick- visit www.saltgrasspotters.com. lease. ets or place an order for large quantity delivery for 10+ meals. CHURCH DIRECTORY AAttendttend thethe churchchurch ofof youryour choicechoice

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The North Shore ered her top performance loss will resonate. of the season on the play- “It was a tough one,” off stage against steady Dobie head coach Bry- pressure from North an McDonald said. “We Shore. knew it was going to be a “Overall, I was pleased tight one. with the season. We had “We had some chances a group of kids that were in the fi rst half on set piec- willing to grind. We knew es that just didn’t material- we were going to have to ize. We executed our game play that kind of soccer plan fairly well, and much this season. Next season, of the half was in the mid- I know we will have the dle of the fi eld.” player and staff to give us With the game down to the best chance (to win).” the fi nal seven minutes of regulation, North Shore At right, playing in scored. In the fi nal two what would be her fi - minutes, Dobie pushed nal varsity girls’ soccer forward in an attempt to game at Dobie, senior tie the game. Tania Collier (7) pres- Instead, the Lady Mus- sured North Shore’s tangs scored a second goal Kathyana Jasso (2) to seal the 2-0 win with 90 during fi rst-half action seconds remaining. of the Lady Mustangs’ McDonald also praised eventual 2-0 bidistrict sophomore goalkeeper win. McKenzie Rankins, who Photos by Jade Wise

SBGSA’s 6U Swing Queens take second at Deepwater tourney Despite the 2-0 bidistrict girls’ soccer loss to North Shore March 29 at Galena Park ISD Stadium, the future of Dobie soccer is in good hands, with junior-to- be McKenzie Rankins in the nets and several other key players set to return. JFD softball gets key wins Continued from Page 1B have currently fallen out 2 for 3 with a double and thy of Player of the Game of the postseason frame- driving in three runs. honors. work, there are no gimme Jasmin Benitez had two Gutierrez had five hits games on the schedule. It’s hits, and Pleasants tripled. in the game for the Lady all about taking them one Karlie Barba also doubled Longhorns, smacking a at a time and winning big as the Lady Longhorns two-run single in the top games. overcame four errors in of the fourth inning and Locals drop PHS the game to force the tie. also adding a double in the Michelle Amezcua was Later in the day, Do- game. the key force as the Lady bie used a 15-hit attack to Longoria, who has Longhorns knocked out hammer Calhoun 12-1. been one of the top lead- Pasadena 17-7 March 29, Benitez again came up off hitters in the region all at Dobie. big, going 2 for 3 with two season, had four hits and Amezcua had four hits, runs scored and two more scored four runs. She also including a double, scored driven in. drove in a pair of runs for twice and knocked in four De La Cerda had three the winners. runs as the Lady Long- runs batted in, and Pleas- Pleasants also hurt horns used an 11-run sec- ants went 3 for 4 with two Humble numerous times ond inning to cruise to the runs scored. in the game, highlighting win. Camryn Wincher, Bar- her night with an inside- Pleasants was 2 for 2 ba and Amezcua had two the-park solo homer in the with a pair of runs driven hits apiece in the game. top of the fifth. in, and Maritza Elizalde In a single game March The four-year star also came up with a hit, scored 29, the Lady Longhorns had an RBI triple, scored a run and batted in three led Deer Park 4-2 before The 6U Swing Queens of the South Belt Girls Softball Association placed sec- Madeline Herrera, Miranda Coronado, Taylor Gutierrez, Isabelle Gutierrez, two runs and collected runs. the Lady Deer used a ond after a terrifi c performance at the Deepwater Girls Softball Association Sophia Paz, Madelyn Ayala, (back row) assistant coach Manuel Coronado, three runs batted in during The game ended after three-run fi fth to down the Invitational. Members of the team are, left to right, (front row) Ava Castro, head coach Pedro Gutierrez and assistant coach Armando Quiroga. the game. fi ve innings as the locals locals 6-4. Audryna St. Romain, Isabella Granados, Arianna Quiroga, Brianna Quiroga, Pena’s night included a won by mercy rule. Benitez stayed hot, two-run double in the third Haynie results smacking two doubles in inning, and she added a Dobie hosted two days the game. Pleasants went two-run, inside-the-park of action as part of the 2 for 3, lining a solo ho- home run in the top of the Pearland ISD Haynie Me- mer to center fi eld in the seventh inning. morial Invitational, that fi rst inning. Humble helped Dobie’s had been rescheduled af- Kristen Barba also had cause by making five er- ter being rained out totally two hits in the game. But rors in the game, but the earlier this season. Dobie made four errors in 15-hit attack by the Lady Dobie went against the game, including three Longhorns was more than Tompkins March 28 as the in the pivotal fi fth inning enough anyway. two teams played to a 5-5 before Deer Park’s K.K. Now it’s on to the next tie. Morado gave her team the one, that being Kingwood. Dobie’s Aliyah Barajas lead for good with a three- While the Lady Mustangs had a great game, going run double. Brook’s Cao fi nals at state

Clear Brook senior bowler Lynn Cao put more fi nishing touches on her storied career with the Wolverines, reaching the Final 16 fi nals in the in- dividual competition at the Texas High School Bowling Club State Cham- pionships, and also helping the Lady Wolverines reach the Final 16 in the team division. Cao, who led her team to a fourth-place fi nish at state as a junior, was the regional champion this season. Thursday, April 4, 2019, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Sports Calendar LSA track solid at Awty Area sports news, notes TENNIS Hannah Cottingham in the triple jump, where South. the distance in a time of and Ayana Smith were an effort of 33 feet, 5 1/2 Klein earned third place 2:03.06. Rising Stars Track Club practicing, etc. Thursday, April 4 double gold-medal win- inches was good for Cot- at 7-6, with Dietert in at In a time of 43.80, The Rising Stars Track Club, the area’s longstanding youth track and fi eld orga- Dobie varsity at 22-6A champs., Kingwood, TBA ners, and three Lutheran tingham’s win. 7-0 for fourth place. LSA’s Adam Zimmerman nization, is set to begin practices and registration at Dobie High School. Returning South Academy boys also The freshman Smith Dietert was fi fth in the won the 300 hurdles. team members are encouraged to join workouts now through April, from 5 to 7 claimed gold medals at the was the champion of the 100 dash with a time of Nick Chordhury won p.m., at the JFD track. Awty Track and Field In- 100 dash and long jump 14.05, and Laura Dem- the triple jump as he went SOFTBALL The team will also practice each Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. as well as each Satur- vitational. events. chak (30-0) and Tori Bur- 41-3 for the gold medal. day from 10 a.m. to noon until the season begins. Team offi cials will also accept Friday, April 5 Cottingham and Smith In the 100 dash, Smith kett (29-3 1/2) went 4-5 in At 5-10, the Pio- registration each Saturday in conjunction with the practices. For more informa- combined to pace an over- clocked in at 13.24 for the the triple jump. neers’ Peyton Soderstrom tion, call head coach Ivory Kimble at 832-561-1248. Dobie varsity hosts Kingwood, PISD, 7:00 all solid effort from the victory. As for the long The Lady Pioneers’ grabbed third in the high Dobie JV Orange hosts Kingwood, PISD, 5:30 Lady Pioneers. jump, she won that event 4x2 relay squad was sec- jump, and Mark Zamar- At 47.79 seconds, Cot- with a leap of 16-7. ond, and the 4x1 group ripa fi nished at 18.49 for Pear Run to aid Pearland PD on May 11 Dobie JV White hosts Kingwood, PISD, 4:00 tingham, a sophomore, Smith also medaled in was third. The school also third place in the 110 hur- won the 300 hurdles and the 200 dash, grabbing placed fi fth in the 4x4. dles. San Jacinto College at Blinn (2), 2:00 The 2019 Pear Run will this year celebrate 15 years of police support, healthy was also second in the 100 third at 27.40. In the boys’ division, The Pioneers won the living and exercise; and members of the jogging public are invited to get involved. hurdles at 16.59 for a sil- Allison Klein and Isla the Pioneers’ Noa Mill- 4x2 relay, placed second Organized by the Pearland Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association, the ver medal. Dietert went 3-4 in the er was the winner of the in the 4x1, and were third run through funds raised has previously assisted the Pearland Police Department, Tuesday, April 9 Her other victory came pole vault for Lutheran 800 run after completing in the 4x4. helping to purchase equipment, K-9 offi cer needs, offi cer memorials and more. Dobie varsity at Atascocita, 6:00 This year, the goal is to raise $50,000 for a new mobile command center to be used in SWAT situations and at other large public events. Dobie JV Orange at Atascocita, 4:30 Raptors 12U grabs second at Best of the Best This planned command center will be state-of-the-art in technologies to keep citizens safe and assist with police activities. Participants are encouraged to regis- ter for the 10k or 5k Run, 5k Walk or the Kids Fun Run. TRACK AND FIELD In addition, those who choose to be business sponsors for the event will have the opportunity to be seen by more than 1,000 potential customers. There are sev- Wednesday and Thursday, April 10-11 eral sponsor levels to meet all budgets. Dobie varsity girls at 22-6A champs, Turner Stad., TBA The Pear Run will be May 11, 2019, held at the Pearland Town Center Pavilion, 11200 W. Broadway in Pearland. The fi rst race begins at 7 a.m. Visit the offi cial Dobie varsity boys at 22-6A champs, Turner Stad., TBA website at www.pearrun.com for details. Ole Miss reliever Myers earns fi rst save BASEBALL Dobie graduate Tyler Myers, now a junior relief pitcher with the Ole Miss Reb- Friday, April 5 els, earned his fi rst career save at the Division I level with a stellar outing against Dobie varsity hosts Atascocita, 4:00 No. 8 Arkansas March 31. Myers went four shutout frames, two hits and striking out four. Over his last nine innings of work out of the bullpen, Myers has allowed just three hits and no runs while issuing no walks. The Rebels (20-9, 5-4) will continue Southeastern Conference play April 5 at home against No. 5 Florida. Saturday, April 6 Dobie varsity at Atascocita, 4:00 Brook grad Taylor aids UH track and fi eld Clear Brook graduate Brandon Taylor is fi tting right in with the University Tuesday, April 9 of Houston track and fi eld team. He joined Nicholas Alexander, Alex Burke and Travis Collins to grab second in the 4x100 relay at the Texas Relays in Austin, Brook varsity hosts Dickinson, 6:00 earning the nation’s second-fastest time in the event this season at 38.45. Taylor Brook JV at Dickinson, 6:30 was also third in the 100 dash in a wind-aided time of 10.18. Brook sophomores at Dickinson, 4:30 High school tracksters Lajaunie tennis is April 26-28; The 12U Raptors select baseball team kept their Molina, Hector Arrieta, Liam Vasquez, (back row) game going strong, taking second place at the Na- coach Adam Abidlatif, Cesar Amador, Angel Gar- player registration continues headed to district level tions Best of the Best at Ford Park in Beaumont. cia, Derek Rodriguez and coaches Mikey Cum- The 2019 Darren La- dedicated and passionate fee for the tournament Continued from Page 1B Stone Marion placed sec- Members of the team are, left to right, (front row) mings and Hector Arrieta. Rigo Alaniz, Zab Cummings, AJ Abidlatif, Angel jaunie Memorial Tennis for his favorite pastime of is $35 for singles and Kennedy Crutchfi eld, ond in the long jump at Tournament will return to playing tennis. $22.50 per player for dou- one of the team’s seniors, 22-6. the Harry Taylor Tennis All players will receive bles. was the winner of the 100 Thompson was sixth Center in Pasadena April a tournament T-shirt, a Players may also reg- dash at the Rockholds as in the long jump with a 26-28. luggage tag and enjoy a ister at www.setteo.com. she came to the fi nish line top effort of 21-8 1/2, and SJC softball improves to 7-3; The DLTSF will con- complimentary opening Registration deadline is fi rst in a time of 12.20 sec- Marion’s high jump of 6-0 tinue to award college morning breakfast snack. April 14. onds. placed him sixth. scholarships to the seniors A free lunch will also The tournament will The Lady Wolverines The Wolverines’ Jef- on the Dobie High School be available for players begin Saturday, April 27, also fared well in the 200 fery Nolan made the fi nal Kristoff earns two victories tennis team, in addition to and spectators, donated by at 8 a.m. and finish the dash as freshman Camryn in the 400 run, eventually qualifying members of the the Lajaunie family. The next afternoon, with tro- Dickson scored the win in taking eighth at 54.94. Dobie graduate Mi- offensive leader for San In the fi rst game against Childs drove in three Harry Taylor Tennis Cen- Darren Lajaunie Tennis phy presentations at the a time of 24.25, with ju- The Dobie girls were chelle Kristoff picked up Jacinto, drilling a home Alvin, Kristoff delivered runs, and Ramber, Marti- ter. Scholarship Fund vol- conclusion of each divi- nior Keira Connor second led by Amari Singleton, two wins as the San Jacin- run and a double among another gem, going the nez and Dominique Gar- The Darren Lajaunie unteers are busy seeking sion of play. for a silver medal at 24.98. who was second in both to College softball team her four hits. distance in a 7-2 victory. cia all had two hits in the Tennis Scholarship Fund donors and silent auction The Darren Lajaunie Jailey Shelton, another the 400 and 800 runs. improved to 7-3 in confer- Kristoff tossed a shut- Childs had two hits and win. volunteers are in the plan- items. Tennis Scholarship Fund of Clear Brook’s stand- At 1:00.74, Singleton ence play with three road out in the second game doubled, and Sam Marti- Lilllie Grotenhuis dou- ning and sponsorship Opening ceremonies, website at www.DLtennis out freshmen, picked up was impressive in the 400, wins. as the locals walked away nez added two hits and an bled and tripled while gathering stages for its including a scholarship scholarships.com includes a bronze medal for third and her time of 2:27.30 in In the series opener with a 7-0 victory. RBI. Ariana Saenz drove knocking in three runs, eighth annual memorial awards dinner and silent pictures from the 2018 place in the 400 run with the 800 was also solid. against Galveston, San Jac Ashley Ramber led the in a pair of runs. and Ashley Tran had two tennis tournament. auction, will be held Fri- tournament and informa- a time of 1:01.08. Dobie’s top relay fi nish fell 7-2 as the Whitecaps 14-hit attack with a 3 for San Jacinto enjoyed hits and scored twice. Me- Darren Lajaunie began day, April 26. tion on this year’s tour- Clear Brook also did came in the 4x4 as Amya scored all of their runs in 3 effort that included a run three-run innings in the aghan Smith went 5 1/3 his tennis career play- There will be several nament, sponsorship op- a great job in the relays, Ray, Jayla Hunt and Sin- the bottom of the second and two more driven in. second, third and seventh innings, allowing no runs ing tennis at Dobie High camp scholarships as well portunities, scholarships winning the 4x1 event and gleton teamed with Bria- inning. Lacey Gabaldon went 3 innings to defeat Alvin 9-2 and fanning fi ve to earn School and graduated as two college scholar- details and more. earning second place in sia Garza for fi fth in a time Morgan Childs was the for 4 in the game. in the fi nale of the series. the win in the circle. co-valedictorian in 1984. ships awarded to HTTC Those who would like the 4x4. of 4:18.79. Members of the Dobie junior tennis players. Din- to donate may also do The school’s 4x1 group The Lady Longhorns tennis team will be award- ner tickets will soon be so on the website. The includes Dickson, Connor, were also sixth in the 4x1 San Jacinto baseball takes over fi rst ed entry fees to play in the available for purchase. Darren Lajaunie Tennis Crutchfi eld and Jai’Lah relay. There’s a new leader in Chase Wilkerson had two against no losses in a 7-0 nale after the locals trailed tournament in his honor. Opening night special Scholarship Fund is a non- Johnson as the win came Ambreon Jones cleared the Region 14 South divi- hits apiece for San Jac, shutout over Alvin March 3-0 early on. Lajaunie lost his bat- activities this year include profit corporation, and all in a time of 47.94. 4-10 for seventh in the sion baseball ranks after and Camryn Williams 30. Ferem had three hits tle with melanoma May HTTC hosting a com- donations are tax-deduct- The same four ladies high jump, and Jordyn the San Jacinto College drove in a run. In six innings of work, and scored three runs. He 3, 2011. This scholarship plimentary cardio tennis ible. combined in the 4x4 relay Ridge (16-6) was seventh Gators defeated the Alvin Mitchell Parker was Acker went six innings and Williams both dou- fund and tournament is a clinic for adults, and a Donations may now for the silver medal and in the long jump. Dolphins three times in solid for SJC in the second and struck out nine, allow- bled twice. way to honor his memory children’s clinic full of be made via the web- second place in a time of The Dobie boys were four games March 29-30. game March 29, but the ing just two hits. Dylan Lester went 3 by helping junior tennis fun tennis games for ages site with a credit card or 4:06.06. sixth in the 4x2 relay in Jackson Rutledge threw Dolphins scored late for a Adam Houghtaling 2/3 innings in relief, earn- players enjoy tennis and 12 and under. There will one may mail a check or Reagan Dunlap of a time of 1:32.06 as the a complete-game shutout 6-5 win. led the way offensively, ing the win. He allowed no assist with their education also be plenty of giveaway money order to: Darren Clear Brook placed sixth group included Deon Sin- in the fi rst game, guiding Ryan Hernandez went smacking a grand slam in hits and no runs, fanning in college. prizes. Lajaunie Tennis Scholar- in the 3,200 run in a time gleton, Keion Thompson, the Gators to a 2-0 win. 3 for 5, including two-run the sixth inning. four. He was an electrical Tickets may be pur- ship Fund, 3106 Mossy of 12:51.62. Bryce Shea and Rushad Over seven frames, and RBI singles. Chase Townsend had three In winning the series, engineer graduate from chased at the HTTC or on Elm Court, Houston, TX In the boys’ division, Ball. Rutledge allowed just four Ferem also went 3 for 5. hits, and Ferem went 2 for San Jacinto improved to the University of Texas in the DLTSF website as of 77059, or contact Ca- the Wolverines’ Loronzo The 4x1 group includ- hits and struck out 10 in Parker struck out eight 3. 25-9 overall, including Austin, and a pillar of the April 1. In May, the 2019 mille Lajaunie, commit- Thompson wound up sec- ing Singleton, Michael the win, moving him to over fi ve innings. Five pitchers combined 14-5 in conference play. community while work- Dobie recipients will be tee chairperson at cjlajau ond in the 200 dash with a Onozie, Thompson and 5-2 overall. Dane Acker won his to help the Gators down Alvin, now second in the ing at the Johnson Space awarded their scholar- [email protected] with any solid sprint of 22.24, and Ball was seventh (43.58). Hunter Townsend and eighth game of the season Alvin 10-3 in the series fi - South standings, is 12-7. Center. Lajaunie was also ships at the school. Entry questions. CALENDAR ✯✯✯✯✯✯✯

THURSDAY, APRIL 4 addicts share, learn Al-Anon principles, that they are Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 for details or to 7:30 p.m., at the South Belt Chamber of 7 a.m. not alone, and discover choices available. For details, RSVP for child care. Commerce, 10500 Scarsdale Blvd., next to the fi re Let the AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through call 281-484-9243. 8 p.m. station. For details, call Karen Nunn at 832-722-9061 or Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 SATURDAY, APRIL 6 Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads Carolyn Carmichael at 832-372-3565 or visit https:// Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference 7:30 a.m. UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 youngprofessionalstoastmasters.com/. room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. Alcoholics Anonymous – “Breakfast with Bill”, p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281- 7 p.m. 10 a.m. Saturdays, 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 484-9243. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, Cornell Conference MONDAY, APRIL 8 open meeting, 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the room. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in. 10 a.m. First Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, Leader club at 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochs 11 a.m. Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays, 10 to 11 a.m. Literature call 713-661-4200. [email protected] for details. Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P Sagemont Civic Club – Meetings are held the second Noon women affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First Street, Deer Park. Enter through back of church. Call 409- Monday, Sagemont Park Recreation Center, 11507 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., 454-5720 for details. Hughes Rd. Group, noon, 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call Pasadena, Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281- Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, 7:30 p.m. help 713-686-6300. 487-8787, or drop in. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Congregation Shaar Hashalom – Israeli Folk Dancing 7 p.m. 1 p.m. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email jpochsner@aol. on Monday, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., 16020 El Camino Real, Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and com for details. 77062. $4/session or $35/10 sessions for CSH mem- meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 11:30 a.m. bers and $5/session or $45/10 sessions for nonmem- First Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, Overeaters Anonymous Deer Park – 11:30 a.m. bers. Everyone is welcome. For more information, con- with 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochsner@aol. call 713-661-4200. com for details. Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, tact 281-488-5861 or [email protected]. FRIDAY, APRIL 5 8 p.m. 1202 East P Street, Deer Park. Enter through Fellowship Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Saint Luke’s 12 Step 7 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads Hall in back. Call 409-454-5720 for details, or drop in. Recovery open meeting Mondays, 7:30 p.m. in the edu- AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 Noon cation bldg., 11011 Hall Rd., 77089. For additional your Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For details, call 281-484- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners information, call Jesse at 832-725-8479 or Rita at 281- Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference 9243. Group, noon, 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call 309-2801. room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. SUNDAY, APRIL 7 713-686-6300. TUESDAY, APRIL 9 10 a.m. 1 p.m. 6 p.m. 7 a.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and Scrabble Club #511 – Meets Monday at IHOP, 11222 AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through advertising. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at Fuqua. Come, improve crossword skills. Call 281-488- Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email the direc- 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochsner@aol. 2923 for details. Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference tor at [email protected] for details. com for details. Mended Hearts Cardiac Support Group – A national room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. 7 p.m. 2 p.m. organization dedicated to inspiring hope in heart patients 9:30 a.m. 281- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, Grief Support Group – For adults who have lost a and families meets the second Monday at the Clear Lake CCART – The Clear Creek Association of Retired open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. Call 713- loved one. Meets Sundays 2 to 3:15 p.m., First United Heart Towers auditorium, 495 Medical Center Blvd., Teachers meets the second Tuesday, monthly, Sept.- 661-4200. Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena. For Webster. A free meal begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a May, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Bay Area Community Center, 481-5656 8 p.m. details, call 281-487-8787. speaker. For information, call 281-538-4648. 5002 NASA Parkway in Seabrook near Landolt Pavilion. Serenity Now Al-Anon Group – meets at CrossRoads 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Texas-retired school employees from surrounding UMC Fridays, 8 to 9 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program, Toastmasters – The Young Professionals Southeast school districts welcome. Annual dues are $50. ✯✯✯✯✯✯✯ Family members and friends of problem drinkers/ Sundays, 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel at Life Church, 9900 Toastmasters Club #05324194 meets Mondays, 6:30 – Continued on Page 4B Page 4, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, April 4, 2019

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Early American - before WANTED 1830. 3 walnut chests, 1 Get local news and assets/public/hb610/index.html?lat=29.625217&lng=-95.167833&zoom=13&type=r. E-mail: sds@walkerlaw. ROOMMATE WANTED: com. TF walnut commode, 2 1BR & 1Full Bath, $500 The existing facility is authorized to emit the following air contaminants: particulate matter hanging oil lamps - made updates betweenen including particulate matter with diameters of 10 microns or less and 2.5 microns or less. GARAGE SALE per mo. inc. wifi, no pets. 10518 SAGEBURROW electric, 2 slant top desks Call Penny 832-686- DR. Fri, April 5, 11 a.m. - (cherry & maple), 1 cher- 0594. 4-18 issues! This application was submitted to the TCEQ on February 20, 2019. The application will be available for viewing and copying at the TCEQ central office, TCEQ Houston regional office, and the Pasadena Fairmont Library, 4330 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, Harris County, Texas beginning the first day of publication of this notice. The facility’s compliance Looking to file, if any exists, is available for public review in the Houston regional office of the TCEQ. improve LAWN & GARDEN The executive director has determined the application is administratively complete and your yard will conduct a technical review of the application. Information in the application indi- TREE SERVICE CO. ADRIANS LICENSED, INSURED, cates that this permit renewal would not result in an increase in allowable emissions the easy AFFORDABLE s4REE4RIMMING Free SERVICES. and would not result in the emission of an air contaminant not previously emitted. The TREE COM • FREE ESTIMATES • s4REE2EMOVAL Estimates TCEQ may act on this application without seeking further public comment or way? Tree Expert Professional Trimming, providing an opportunity for a contested case hearing if certain criteria are met. s,ANDSCAPING Call the Insured 713-501-0184 Shaping, Removal Low Prices s#ONCRETE7ORK PUBLIC COMMENT You may submit public comments, or a request for a contested Leader s7OOD&ENCING case hearing to the Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below. The TCEQ will con- *AIME0E×A    ✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯ sider all public comments in developing a final decision on the application. The deadline Advertisers to submit public comments is 15 days after newspaper notice is published. After the for your deadline for public comments, the executive director will prepare a response to all relevant Arbor King Tree Service and material, or significant public comments. Issues such as property values, noise, traffic Lawn safety, and zoning are outside of the TCEQ’s jurisdiction to address in the permit process. s4RIMMINGs4REE4OPPINGs4REE2EMOVALs4RIM3HRUBS & Garden! s-ULCHs#LEAN5Ps3TUMP'RINDINGs%LEVATING After the technical review is complete the executive director will consider the com- s%MERGENCY3TORMs&REE%STIMATESs,OCAL3OUTH"ELTRESIDENT ments and prepare a response to all relevant and material, or significant pub- 11555 Beamer lic comments. If only comments are received, the response to comments, along MELVINBONILLA GMAILCOM 281-481-5656 Melvin Bonilla works with you! with the executive director’s decision on the application, will then be mailed to ev- 832-660-3622 eryone who submitted public comments or who is on the mailing list for this ap- plication, unless the application is directly referred to a contested case hearing. ✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯ OPPORTUNITY FOR A CONTESTED CASE HEARING You may request a contested case hearing. The applicant or the executive director may also request that the appli- cation be directly referred to a contested case hearing after technical review of the ap- plication. A contested case hearing is a legal proceeding similar to a civil trial in state district court. Unless a written request for a contested case hearing is filed within 15 days from this notice, the executive director may act on the application. If no hear- ing request is received within this 15 day period, no further opportunity for hear- CALENDAR ing will be provided. According to the Texas Clean Air Act § 382.056(o) a contested case hearing may only be granted if the applicant’s compliance history is in the lowest classification under applicable compliance history requirements and if the hearing re- Continued from Page 3B ballroom dances (not lessons) in a casual environment. A TUESDAY, APRIL 9 variety of rhythms are played from entry to advanced danc- quest is based on disputed issues of fact that are relevant and material to the Com- Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include ing levels at 1001 E. League City Pkwy. League City non- mission’s decision on the application. Further, the Commission may only grant a hear- dioramas, a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office and an old- residents must purchase activity card (see Tuesday 12:30 ing on those issues submitted during the public comment period and not withdrawn. time kitchen. Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., p.m. dance for details). Help is available to assist learning 204 S. Main, Pasadena. For details, call 713-472-0565. dance moves. For additional information on the activity card, A person who may be affected by emissions of air contaminants from the facil- 10 a.m. call the city at 281-554-1180. ity is entitled to request a hearing. If requesting a contested case hearing, you Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and 7 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open must submit the following: (1) your name (or for a group or association, an official 281-480-1911 for details. meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, representative), mailing address, daytime phone number; (2) applicant’s name and 10:30 a.m. First Presbyterian Church-youth bldg. For information, call permit number; (3) the statement “[I/we] request a contested case hearing;” (4) a Tri-County Republican Women – General meetings are 713-661-4200. specific description of how you would be adversely affected by the application and held the second Tuesday, except June and July, Golfcrest Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention – Call 281- air emissions from the facility in a way not common to the general public; (5) the Country Club, 2509 Country Club Dr., Pearland. Lunch avail- 286-2525 (24-hour crisis hotline) for confidential domestic location and distance of your property relative to the facility; (6) a description of able for $15. Exact cash or a check requested. For reserva- violence/sexual abuse support group for women. Visit www. how you use the property which may be impacted by the facility; and (7) a list of all tions, call Susan Hooper at 832-723-7671. bayareaturningpoint.org for information. disputed issues of fact that you submit during the comment period. If the request Noon 8 p.m. is made by a group or association, one or more members who have standing to re- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on quest a hearing must be identified by name and physical address. The interests the noon, 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call 713-686- Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 group or association seeks to protect must also be identified. You may also submit 6300. Scarsdale Blvd. For additional information, call 281-484- your proposed adjustments to the application/permit which would satisfy your con- Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., 9243. cerns. Requests for a contested case hearing must be submitted in writing within Golfcrest Country Club, 2509 Country Club Dr., Pearland. THURSDAY, APRIL 11 15 days following this notice to the Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below. Lunch is $15. Variety of interesting speakers. For more in- 7 a.m. formation, call 281-900-7257 or email nalix@texascitizens AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, bank.com. 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont If any requests for a contested case hearing are timely filed, the Executive Director 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281- will forward the application and any requests for a contested case hearing to the Free dance lessons – taught by Lewis and Betty Whistler 487-8787 for details, or drop in. Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting. Unless (35 years of experience) at Hometown Heroes Park, 1001 9:30 a.m. the application is directly referred to a contested case hearing, the executive director E League City Parkway, on Tuesdays. Bringing a partner is NASA Aglow Community Lighthouse – Second Thursday will mail the response to comments along with notification of Commission meeting to not required. There is a different dance focus monthly. For of the month, 9:30 a.m., Praise Chapel, 18516 Hwy. 3 in everyone who submitted comments or is on the mailing list for this application. The details, call Betty at 832-517-5833. For questions and infor- Webster. The public is welcome and encouraged to bring Commission may only grant a request for a contested case hearing on issues the re- mation about League City’s activity card, call the park offi ce others. For details, call 281-910-1971 or visit aglownet.org. questor submitted in their timely comments that were not subsequently withdrawn. If at 281-554-1180. 10 a.m. a hearing is granted, the subject of a hearing will be limited to disputed issues of fact or 1:30 p.m. Fun Bunch – for senior citizens, ages 55 and older, meets mixed questions of fact and law relating to relevant and material air quality concerns TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – #1530 meets at the the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at the South submitted during the comment period. Issues such as property values, noise, traffic safe- Sagemont Park Community Center, 11507 Hughes Rd., 1:30 Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce, 10500 Scarsdale ty, and zoning are outside of the Commission’s jurisdiction to address in this proceeding. p.m. For information, call Jeanette Sumrall at 713-946-3713. Blvd. For details, call Ronn Canon at 281-610-8999 or the 2 p.m. chamber at 281-481-5516. Clear Lake Bridge Club Lab Class – Tuesday, 2 p.m., Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and MAILING LIST In addition to submitting public comments, you may ask to be 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. For details on classes, contact Dr. Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at placed on a mailing list for this application by sending a request to the Office of the Glandorf at [email protected] or call 281-488-6318. 281-480-1911 or email at [email protected] for details. Chief Clerk at the address below. Those on the mailing list will receive copies of fu- 7 p.m. 11:30 a.m. ture public notices (if any) mailed by the Office of the Chief Clerk for this application. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open ABWA - Southeast Express Network – American Business meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Women’s Association-South meets the second Thursday, Presbyterian Church-youth bldg. For details, call 713-661- Spring Creek Barbeque, 9005 Broadway (FM-518), Pearland. AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION Public comments and requests must be sub- 4200. Lunch is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. ($20). Includes networking mitted either electronically at www14.tceq.texas.gov/epic/eComment/, or in writing to WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 with professional business women and guest speaker. the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. 7 a.m. Women of all ages/occupations invited. Bring business Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Please be aware that any contact information you AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, cards. Reservations appreciated. Visit www.seen-abwa.org. provide, including your name, phone number, email address and physical address will 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Noon become part of the agency’s public record. For more information about this permit ap- Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, plication or the permitting process, please call the Public Education Program toll free for details, or drop in. noon, 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call 713-686- at 1 800 687 4040. Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040. 9:30 a.m. 6300. Young at Heart Senior Club – Meets the second and fourth 6:30 p.m. week monthly (Nov./Dec. meet second week only) at Pearland Area Republican’s Club – meets monthly on the Further information may also be obtained from Southern Crushed Concrete, LLC, 1725 Covenant United Methodist Church, 7900 Fuqua. Lots of second Thursday (except December, June and July) at the Hughes Landing Boulevard, Suite 1200, The Woodlands, TX 77380-3875 or by calling activities, trips, etc. Call Jan Okumura at 832-298-9480 for Pearland Church of Christ Annex, 2217 N. Grand Blvd., Ms. Monique Wells, Environmental Consultant at (512) 292-4314. details. Pearland. For details, call Gary at 281-993-8335. 10 a.m. 7 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, Wednesday Congregation Shaar Hashalom’s – Rabbi Stuart Federow Notice Issuance Date: March 6, 2019 and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at hosts free discussions on Judaism and religion in general, 281-480-1911 or email the director at [email protected] open to the public, second Thursdays, at Sawa Restaurant for details. and Grill, 16608 El Camino Real. This is the conservative syn- Noon agogue in the Bay Area. For additional information, contact Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, the offi ce at 281-488-5861 or at [email protected]. noon, 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call 713-686- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open Support Leader Advertisers 6300. meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. 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During a tough defensive struggle against Strake Jesuit in the area playoff Dobie’s Issac Cortez (18) fi res a shot toward the goal during the Longhorns’ round at Strake Jesuit, the Longhorns’ Imanol Pena (10) possesses the ball bidistrict victory over Channelview March 29, at Channelview as the Long- against a Crusader defender. Strake won the game by sudden death shootout horns scored a pair of goals over the fi nal nine minutes of play to earn a 2-1 Senior Jeffry Mercado has had a big impact on the Longhorns’ season as the following 100 minutes of play. victory. Photos by Jade Wise shortstop and leadoff hitter, and now he’ll look to help guide the Longhorns closer to a playoff berth as the 22-6A season has reached its midway point. Photo by John Bechtle Longhorn baseball at 5-3 Continued from Page 1B the easy win. against Atascocita, which patch the Longhorns 10-0 Daniel Garza added has now won six straight by mercy rule. two doubles to the mix games after falling to Shifting to April 2, the and overall was 3 for 3 Kingwood in the opening Longhorns dropped a 7-2 with two runs scored and series in both games. game to fi rst-place King- a run batted in. Atascocita will still wood at Maguire Field to Yes, Kingwood and face Summer Creek down complete the two-game Summer Creek still have the stretch, while Dobie sweep. to go head-to-head in a will close with Rayburn, Dobie’s Christian pair of games later this South Houston and Me- Cleckley had two hits and season, but the Longhorns morial over the fi nal six a walk and scored two are next facing a big two- games of the District 22- runs for the Longhorns in game set of their own 6A campaign. the game. Dobie 12 Humble 1 District 22-6A Standings After having a bit of an issue putting last-place Varsity Baseball Humble away at home March 26, the Longhorns (As of April 3) went on the road and Teams W L quickly defeated the Wild- cats 12-1. Kingwood 10 0 After Damien Lopez had defeated Humble in Summer Creek 7 1 the previous game, the Longhorns turned to Alan Atascocita 6 2 Lopez in this one. The latter was solid Dobie 5 3 in moving to 3-1 on the mound with the win, and Memorial 5 5 David Amaya had a huge offensive game with three Rayburn 3 7 hits in four at bats, includ- ing a triple. South Houston 3 7 Amaya drove in three runs, stole two bases and Humble 1 9 played well in the fi eld as Pasadena 0 8 the Longhorns registered CB trio fi nd collegiate homes

Two Clear Brook High School football players and a Lady Wolverines’ vol- leyball player made their decision as to where to continue their education and playing careers beginning this fall. From left, Brook football stand- out and two-time all-district offensive lineman Richard Lewis is headed to Sul Ross University in Alpine, Texas, while Mayce Barker is set to join the UT-Permian Basin women’s volleyball program in Odessa. Brook defensive player Sedrick Cole is headed to the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, where he will join the Division III defending national champion Cru.