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March 10, 2011 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 36, No. 5 Special edition scheduled Once again, the Leader will publish a spe- cial Community Profile edition, set to come County to study Sageorchard intersection out later this month. Local businesses wishing to advertise, and possibly have a story or In response to outcry from the South Belt com- – to prohibit vehicles from exiting the subdivi- tated by recently passed state visibility regula- Harris County offi cials have already agreed photo run, should e-mail mynews@southbelt munity, Harris County offi cials have announced sion through Hughes. tions. to install a cautionary traffi c light for emergency leader.com or call 281-481-5656. they will contract an independent engineering Such a measure would require residents wish- The barriers would not prohibit cars from en- purposes in front of the Southeast Volunteer Fire fi rm to study the need for installing traffi c-con- ing to travel west toward Pearland Parkway and tering the subdivision. Department station a block west of the Hughes/ PISD sets campus meetings trolling blockades on Sageorchard near the fu- Highway 288 to exit the neighborhood through As an alternative to the blockades, many area Sageorchard intersection. The Pasadena Independent School District ture Hughes Road/Barry Rose expansion. Blackhawk, which many say is already trouble- residents have called for the installation of stop The county has further agreed to alter the es- will hold a meeting at South Houston High The county currently plans to construct two some due to traffi c congestion on the street (see signs at the intersection of Hughes and Sageor- planade in front of the fi re station to accommo- School March 10 at 7 p.m., Pasadena High barriers on Sageorchard– one north of Hughes related letters on Page 2A). chard – a move the county says it is taking into date the department’s vehicles in times of dis- March 21 at 6:30 p.m., and Dobie High March Road and one on the south side of the area street The construction of the blockades is necessi- consideration. patch 22 at 6:30 p.m. The purpose of the meetings is to allow the public to comment on pending state education PISD Wellness Center opens cuts and offer suggestions to deal with an SoHo honors area residents anticipated loss of $20 million or more in By Jocelyn Nichols The center is located in the district’s Frank 2011-2012 revenue. The public is invited to Pasadena ISD Communications Office Braden Center, 1850 E. Sam Houston Pkwy. participate in these sessions. The new Pasadena Independent School South. District Wellness Center, a provider of free basic Hours of operation for the center are Monday, AARP meets March 11 health care services to district employees with Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., The South Belt AARP will meet at 10 a.m. Pasadena ISD medical insurance, will open its and Tuesday and Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 11, at El Franco Lee Community doors to patients on Monday, March 14. The center will also be open on Saturdays Center, 9400 Hall Road. Guest speaker will be “We are excited about the wellness center,” from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Officer Bobby Keen, who will give an infor- said PISD Superintendent Dr. Kirk Lewis. “It Appointments may be made by calling 713- mative talk about crime prevention in the area. will provide our staff with an affordable health 740-5300. Walk-ins are also welcome. All seniors are invited. care option for illness and preventative care.” Continued on Page 6A Tree waste pickup set Tree waste only will be picked up Thursday, Hit-and-run suspect sought March 17, for city of Houston (77089) resi- dents living north of Beltway 8. Residents The Harris County ing a light blue Ford Ranger, along with a female south of the beltway are scheduled for Thurs- Precinct 2 Constable’s passenger, backed into another vehicle in the day, March 24. For information, call 3-1-1. offi ce is seeking the parking lot and then laughed and drove away. public’s assistance in The suspects were captured on the store’s sur- identifying a suspect veillance video (see photo on this page). PIP meeting March 15 who was involved in The driver is described as an 18 to 24-year-old Positive Interaction Program will meet Tues- a hit-and-run accident Hispanic male wearing a red shirt and blue jeans day, March 15, at 7 p.m. at Memorial Hermann Tuesday, March 1, in with the word “Houston” tattooed on his arm. Southeast Hospital. Guest speaker will be the parking lot of Wal- The passenger is described as an 18 to 24-year- Officer Charles Garmond of the Houston greens at Scarsdale old Hispanic female wearing a white shirt and Police Department, along with an officer with and Beamer at roughly red basketball shorts. his K-9 partner. Topics will include travel 8:30 p.m. Anyone with information on this case is urged safety and airport security. PIP consists of According to witnesses, a male suspect driv- to call 281-481-9189. police and citizens working for safer neigh- borhoods. For more information, call Officer . Randy Derr at 281-218-3900. The Birds visit South Belt Knights hold fish fry Three South Belt residents were among the 54 inductees recognized at the unveiling of The Knights of Columbus Council 9201 South Houston High School’s Hall of Honor Thursday, March 3. Pictured at the celebra- will serve fish dinners during Lent at St. Luke tion are, left to right, Emory Gadd, Cheryl Bolen and Norton White. Not shown is honor- the Evangelist Catholic Church on the Fridays, ary inductee Al Carter, who organized the event. See next week’s Leader for a full story March 11, March 18, March 25, April 1, April about the ceremony. Photo by James Bolen 8 and April 15. Each dinner consist of breaded fish fillet, french fries, hush puppies, cole slaw, corn on the cob and iced tea. Baked fish, soft drinks and desserts will be available. One- Gov. Perry appoints Parker, piece dinners are $9 and two-piece dinners are $12, dine in or take out. Dinners will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. at the parish hall. Profits will be used for scholarships and Sullivan to state task force local charitable projects. The public is invited. Gov. Rick Perry has appointed Houston Mayor they face their own budget challenges,” Perry For more information, call 832-444-4958. Annise Parker and Houston City Councilmember said. “I look forward to receiving the recommen- Mike Sullivan to the state’s Task Force on Un- dations from this bipartisan task force featuring Thompson carwash set funded Mandates. local offi cials who understand the needs of their The Thompson 8th Grade Dance carwash The bipartisan group was created to identify communities, as removing these extra costs will will be held Saturday, March 12, from 7:30 burdensome unfunded mandates that have been help local governments better and more effi cient- a.m. to 3 p.m. at the McDonald’s on Fuqua. passed down from the state to local governments, ly serve their constituents.” The cost is $5 per vehicle. such as cities, counties and school districts. Other members of the task force include El The task force will make their recommenda- Paso Mayor John Cook, Comal County Sheriff Melillo carnival March 25 tions to the governor later this month on how to Bob Holder; former San Marcos Mayor Susan best alleviate these burdens on local entities. Narvaiz, Cameron County Judge Carlos Cascos, Melillo Middle School will hold its spring Recently, residents may have noticed an increased presence of birds around the power “As we look for ways to streamline govern- Collin County Judge Keith Self, Montgomery carnival on Friday, March 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. ment and ensure the most prudent use of taxpayer County District Attorney Brett Ligon and Hud- at the school at 9220 Hughes Road. Food lines in the area that resembles a scene from the classic 1963 Alfred Hitchcock movie The Birds. Nature experts have identified these as boat-tailed grackles, which are native to the dollars, we should also ensure we are not burden- son Independent School District Superintendent booths will sell turkey legs, sausage on a stick, ing local authorities with unfunded mandates as Mary Ann Whiteker. snow cones, beverages and more. Various Gulf and Atlantic coasts. The increased presence of grackles in the area is a result of the games will include a dunk tank, soccer kick, birds attempting to find food and suitable nesting grounds. The above photo was taken at bungee jump, rock wall, cake walk, basketball the intersection of Beltway 8 and Beamer. See related story on Page 2A. toss, silent auction and music, to name just a Photo by Marie Flickinger Pct. 2 deputies arrest burglary few of the events planned. GAT Athletic Banquet set suspects, respond to explosion The Thompson Athletic Banquet will be Filing under way for area held on Friday, April 1, at 7 p.m. at Dobie Following a two-year investigation, deputies recent break-in in areas of the community that High School. All athletes are free, parents are from the Harris County Precinct 2 Constable’s are not incorporated by the City of Houston are $15 and children are $10. For tickets, contact school board elections offi ce have arrested fi ve suspects in connection urged to contact Precinct 2 Sgt. Zerick Guinn at Nadine Guzman at 832-489-1649 or Felecia to as many as 20 possible local home burglaries. 281-481-9189 or [email protected]. Williams at 832-640-9500. Filing is under way for the May 14 school didate application and information packet at the Marcus Dejean, 18; Deron Waines, 18; Tierre Mailbox explosion board elections and will continue through Mon- CCISD Education Support Center located at Williams, 18; Adrian Lewis, 19; and Jeremy Precinct 2 deputies responded to an incident CDA collects for soldiers day, March 14. 2425 E. Main Street in League City from 8 a.m. Karnes, 18, were all charged with burglary of a Saturday, March 5, at roughly 8:40 p.m. in the 9800 block of Sagequeen, where an explosive Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Up for grabs in the Pasadena Independent to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. habitation. device detonated in the mailbox of a home. Mother of Unity #2292 will sponsor a sock School District election are the seats currently For more information or to request/submit an A sixth suspect has also been charged but has The case has since been handed over to Har- and wet wipes drive for the men and women held by Marshall Kendrick, who serves as vice application, contact Melinda Perales at 281-284- not yet been apprehended. Charges are pending ris County arson investigators. At press time, no in the military. Bring donations of socks (the president, and Vickie Morgan, who serves as a 0181 or [email protected]. on an additional three suspects for hindering ap- charges had been fi led. long work tube kind) and wet wipes (each member. San Jacinto College will hold an election to fi ll prehension. All are former or current Dobie stu- wipe must be wrapped in an individual pack- Both Kendrick and Morgan have fi led to main- board of trustee Positions 1, 2 and 7. dents. age so they won’t dry out) to St. Luke the tain their seats. Each of the positions is a three- Position 1 is a six-year term and is currently The suspects have reportedly been tied to Evangelist Catholic Church, 11011 Hall Road. year term. At press time, both candidates were held by Ben Meador, who has opted not to seek burglaries in the 8800 block of Chelsea Brook, Lost tax refund Items will be collected through the end of running unopposed. re-election. Brad Hance has fi led to fi ll the posi- the 10300 block of Savevale, the 10300 block April to be sent for Mother’s Day. For more Those wishing to fi le should pick up an appli- tion. He currently chairs the San Jacinto College of Kirkvale, the 11600 block of Grapewood, the A South Belt resident is hopeful that someone information, call Carol at 281-484-4170. cation at the PISD election offi ce at 1515 Cher- Foundation and is the owner of MECO Inc. 10100 block of Holly Vine and the 11400 block will return a lost envelope that contained his tax rybrook Room No. N101 in Pasadena from 8 a.m. Position 2 is also a six-year term and is cur- of Sageking. Deputies, however, suspect the refund. St. Frances plays bingo to 4:30 p.m. between Monday and Friday. rently held by Dr. Ruede Wheeler, who has fi led group of burglarizing many more homes in the The envelope went missing Thursday, March 3, For more information, call 713-740-0027. to keep his seat. community over the past two years. at roughly 5 p.m. near the Morris Middle School St. Frances Cabrini, 10727 Hartsook St., The Clear Creek Independent School District Position 7 is a four-year unexpired term that Deputies recovered a signifi cant amount of and Beverly Hills Intermediate area. will hold a Bingo Split the Pot on Sunday, will hold a regular election, as well as a special was vacated in December 2010 upon the retire- property and are currently in the process of try- The lost money, nearly $2,500, was to be spent March 13. Baked potatoes will be served with election. ment of longtime board member C. Wayne Slo- ing to match the items with previous burglaries on new furniture and clothes for his son. or without chopped beef, a potato bar, chopped The regular election will be held to fi ll the va- vacek. Michael “Keith” Sinor has fi led to fi ll the in the area. Anyone who has been affected by a See related letter on Page 2A. beef sandwich, desserts, snacks and beverages cancies of the District 2 seat currently held by vacancy. Sinor, 42, is co-owner of Sinor Engine in Francesca Hall. Food will be served from 4 Win Weber and the District 3 seat currently held Company Inc. and a former San Jacinto College to 8 p.m., and bingo from 5 to 9 p.m. For more by Ken Baliker. student. David Janda Jr. also fi led for the position, Arrest made in Davila shooting information, call 713-946-5768. Both Weber and Baliker have fi led to keep but has since withdrawn his application. their positions. Star Lazarow, a tax consultant, The location for fi ling for the election is the An arrest has been made in the fatal shooting two men began arguing. The argument escalated Sagemont Civic Club meets has fi led to challenge Baliker. San Jacinto Community College District Sewell of David Davila, who was killed Sunday, Feb. 13, into a physical altercation, which then moved to The Sagemont Civic Club will meet Mon- The special election is to fulfi ll the unexpired Administration Building, located at 4624 Fair- at 11045 Fuqua. the sidewalk outside. day, March 14, at 7 p.m. at Kirkwood South term for the District 4 seat held by Page Rander, mont Parkway in Pasadena. The hours for fi ling Jorge Alaniz, 28, was charged with murder in During the fi ght, one of the men produced a Christian Church, 10811 Kirkfair. All resi- who was appointed to the position last Septem- are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to noon, the 177th Criminal District Court. pistol and fi red one time, fatally striking Davila dents are welcome. Visit Sagemontcivicclub. ber. Rander has also fi led to maintain her post. and 1 to 5 p.m. According to police, Davila, 27, was inside in the head. org for more information. Those wishing to fi le should pick up a can- For more information, call 281-998-6183. Joe’s Texas Club about 4:35 a.m. when he and He was pronounced dead at the scene. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 10, 2011 PW Library sets events The following events are set for the Parker Williams A remake of The Birds? Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd.: Spring Craft Time will be held Thursday, March 10, at 4 Deaths By Matt Griesmyer sure of habitat destruc- tive that they fi nd nesting p.m. This program is for children ages 5 and up. Recently, South Belt tion along the coast have grounds. There has been On Saturday, March 12, Vietnamese storytime will include and Alyssa Broughton; and 2000, and enjoyed the time residents may have no- forced these birds farther a decline in their popu- Reading Club at 9 a.m., followed by intermediate storytime James R. numerous other family and they spent there together. He ticed an infl ux of black up the coast and often lations but not enough at 11 a.m. and beginner storytime at 1 p.m. Broughton friends. worked for the sheriff’s de- birds hanging around more inland in search of to warrant any concern AARP representives provide free income tax preparation The funeral Mass was partment as a corrections offi - power lines that are remi- alternate habitat.” with environmentalists assistance on Mondays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. conducted Saturday, March cer until his health prevented Bring all tax documents and a copy of last year’s income tax 5, 2011, at St. Claire of Assisi him from returning to duty. niscent of the classic “Our cities and towns yet. return. Catholic Church in Houston MacDonald was a life 1963 Alfred Hitchcock do not have an adequate “They prefer to rest in Preschool storytime is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, and tod- with the Rev. Vincent Vuong- member of the VFW and a fi lm The Birds. food supply or shelter,” fl ocks on our power lines dler storytime is at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. Quoc Nguyen and the Rev. post commander of the local Upon receiving reports information. Moody re- continued Moody. “They because there is safety in Dominic Pistone offi ciating. American Legion in Houston. of such avian invaders, plied with the following: are merely resting stops. numbers and our power PTO scholarships available Interment followed at Forest Survivors include Mac- The South Belt-Ellington “Boat-tailed Grackles There is not knowing lines offer a good un- Park East Cemetery in Web- Donald’ wife, Edna; daugh- Leader contacted David are native to the Gulf and how long this fl ock of obstructed view so they Frazier Elementary ster. ter Pamela MacDonald of Frazier Elementary will offer scholarships ($500 to $1,000 Kerrville; son Steven Mac- Matthews, director for Atlantic Coast,” Moody birds has been on the can keep an eye out for each) to six graduating seniors at Dobie High School. The Challenger Seven Park said. “We are seeing more move. Their range has predators,” continued Norman G. Donald of Sierra Vista, Ariz.; students must have attended Frazier in fourth and fifth grades son Scott MacDonald, wife to inquire as to what the and more of these birds been expanding more Moody. “They are mem- and must be good citizens. Applications are available in the birds may be and why fl ocking on our power and more up the Atlantic bers of the blackbird fam- MacDonald Patricia and grandchildren senior counselor’s office at Dobie High School. The com- Mikaela, Haley, Ian and they are roosting in the lines and parking lot trees Coast each year. More ily. Their close cousin, pleted application must be turned in to the counselor’s office Liam, all of Littleton, Colo.; area. as they move in search of than likely this fl ock will the Common Grackle, is at Dobie by Friday, March 25, to be considered. daughter Patricia MacDonald Matthews, in turn, food and suitable nest- move on in another day more likely to be seen in Moore Elementary Former South Belt resi- and grandchildren Caitlyn contacted Joanna Moody, ing grounds. These birds or so. Other fl ocks may urban areas normally as The Moore Elementary PTO will offer scholarships to dent James R. “Jim” Brough- and Samantha Larrabee, all a naturalist with the normally inhabit the open come through but with it prefers inland habitats four graduating seniors at Dobie High School who attended ton, 61, died on Wednesday, of Fredericksburg, Va.; and Challenger Seven Learn- marsh and wetland areas breeding season upon like fi elds, wet meadows Moore in fourth and fifth grades. Applications are available March 2, 2011, at his home son Stuart MacDonald, wife through the Dobie senior counselor’s office and must be ing Center to gain more year round but the pres- them it will be impera- and shrub land.” with his family at his side. He Colleen and children Mason, returned by Monday, March 28, to be considered. was born on April 26, 1949, Morgan, Marshall, Michael in Houston to Robert and V. and Connor, all of Scottsdale, Ruth Broughton. Ariz. Broughton received a A celebration of MacDon- bachelor’s degree from ald’s life will start with visi- Readers’ Opinions Southwest Texas State Uni- tation on March 13, 2011, at versity and continued his Kerrville Funeral Home from Santos seeks return hard time getting into that lane before the crossing for the Hike & Bike Trail (as it is on to intensify. I am personally a single mother education, earning an MBA 6 to 8 p.m. light changes, but my grandson pointed to Scarsdale Blvd. crossing.) The thought of of a school age child and would rest easier from University of Houston- Norman George “Mac” The celebration of his life of lost tax refund a sign on the bridge above (Beltway bridge pushing traffic out Sagequeen and Sageor- if there were at least stop signs put in place Clear Lake. MacDonald, 76, former long- will continue on Monday, that goes over Beamer, northbound) and chard on to Blackhawk is a dangerous move. before the road is opened. Also, my daugh- He found a career in bank- time South Belt resident, died March 14, 2011, at Kerrville said “but the two right lanes can turn onto An ambulance or fire truck would be forced ter’s bedroom is on the front corner of my As a South Belt resident for over a ing, where he was the Clear Wednesday, March 2, 2011, Funeral Home, 1221 Junction decade I’ve seen many things, some good, the Beltway feeder.” to go all the way around to Sagequeen to get home which faces directly towards the Lake Area president and ad- I never noticed that sign before and I in to the neighborhood. It doesn’t make oncoming traffic on Hughes Road. All it after a long battle with bone Hwy. in Kerrville, at 10:30 some bad. Now in this case on my behalf, visory director of Texas Citi- cancer. He was born Jan. 28, a.m. Committal services with it’s bad. have actually honked at people when they sense. Not to forget school children that ride takes is one speeder losing control and zens Bank. He devoted many have turned right out of that lane. the bus and wait on the corner of Sagequeen veering approximately 15 feet off the road 1935. full military honors will be On my way to pick up my 11-year-old years of service to the bank- held at Fort Sam Houston child from an after-school program at Morris It would certainly solve some of the traf- and Blackhawk – defiantly not safe! and they are in my daughter’s bedroom. He is survived by his wife, ing industry. Edna Arrendell MacDon- National Cemetery in San Fifth Grade Center, we were about to set fic backup issues that plague that intersec- Let’s all use our heads here; the stop All I ask is if this was your home and you Broughton loved spending our way to the furniture store to buy him a tion if everyone knew that you could turn sign would be a better solution as well as knew these changes were on the horizon, ald and their beloved dogs, Antonio on March 14, 2011, time with family, enjoyed at- Bootsie and Bandit. at 1:45 p.m. new bedroom set and some new clothes. from the two right lanes. I am sure there additional safety. It would slow traffic down how would you feel about it? What kind of tending sporting events, and would be an adjustment period until every- on Hughes and continue to allow traffic fol- safety would you want for your children? MacDonald had a very Donations can be made Now, before we set our way in that direction had a real passion for playing I had to double check my pocket. As I one got use to the two right turn lanes turn- low to remain traveling on to Hughes to and Would you be okay losing your primary eventful life spending time in MacDonald’s name to the ing and that each car can only take the lane from Sageorchard. access out of your home? golf. in the Army and retiring from American Cancer Society. reached for an envelope that was no longer He is survived by his wife there, my heart almost stopped and my in front of them to turn in to. I would appreciate your consideration in I appreciate your time and consideration the Air Force. Messages or memories can of 39 years, Sandy Wood stomach began to turn in every which way. I think it would help if we had an article this matter as this will affect the safety of on this issue and trust that you realize the He and his wife moved to be left at www.kerrvillefuner I tried to keep it together as the only thing I in your newspaper and maybe some con- many Sagemeadow homeowners. impact this project will have on the resi- Broughton; daughter Mer- the Hill Country in October alhome.com. could do was back-track. stables to direct traffic for a few days until Sincerely, dents in this area. edith Broughton; sons, Andy While getting to the front of BHI, I spot- the public got use to using both lanes. I am Troy Leland Most Sincerely, Julie Henderer Broughton and Matt Brough- Voucher for free SAT, ACT ted an envelope in the median and quickly sure in the morning most of the traffic trav- Real Estate Broker ton and wife Jill; sister Terri pulled over. As I’m running around, a sedan eling that way do so on a regular basis so it Sagemeadow Homeowner Valtasaros speaks Hanan, husband David and The last day for Dobie High School juniors to obtain a with a small family pulls over and states shouldn’t be a hard transition, maybe one their three children; parents voucher for a free SAT or ACT is Friday, March 11. To re- that two vehicles were stopped holding up week. Mary James Lemasters upset on alternative energy Robert and V. Ruth Brough- ceive a voucher, see Nancy Carlton in the Dobie Counseling traffic retrieving what I lost. All I can do is Editor’s Note: Your concerns are valid. We ton; grandchildren, Kaley Center. ask for those that were involved in this inci- have asked City of Houston officials to about Hughes Road People keep saying that the Big Oil dent to find it in their hearts to return what mark the pavement in the lanes on the Companies are evil, that all they are inter- was lost. It was my tax return money that south side of the Beltway. They have We are upset homeowners who would ested in is profit and that they want to was just under $2,500. This happened on approved this. Since this is a 4-lane divided like a voice in plans being made for our destroy the earth. The same people put gas March 3 right after 5 p.m. thoroughfare, they cannot put the sign up street. We have lived on Sageorchard Lane in their cars and demand that the oil com- Steven Santos on the bridge on the south side. Not sure near the dead end of Hughes Road for 33 panies find alternative energy sources. Guest Editorials why, but that is what we are told. You have years. We bought our home there because Does that make any sense? Do these an alert grandson! –Marie Flickinger we like the quietness of the neighborhood same people expect McDonalds to provide Radical right versus and low traffic due to the dead end. The a high quality filet mignon? It is not the job Fixing Texas’ Kelo Problem expansion of Hughes Road is already a of the oil companies to find alternative radical left Proposed rebuttal concern for us as it will put an end to our energy sources. An alternative energy com- By Ryan Brannan and Bill Peacock I have read the article written last week quiet neighborhood, but now we have pany should find the alternative energy by Mr. Johansen many times trying to find to King’s article learned that our access to Hughes road will source and put the oil companies out of It has been almost six years since the loophole that allows governments to keep some good suggestion he had for America Regarding King’s “A reasonable, pru- be limited as well. business. If not, won’t we be stuck with Big U.S. Supreme Court’s Kelo opinion condemned property simply by passing a other than condemning people who are dent use of state’s rainy day fund,” I have We are not happy with this situation at Alternative Energy Companies like the evil awoke the nation to the sad state of the resolution and filling out some paper- really trying to save our country as we once been watching the debate on the use of all. Access for us will be limited to Black- Exxon/Mobil that are still evil and want to country’s eminent domain laws. Accord- work. Few – if any – property owners will hawk, a major roadway, to Sagequeen and knew it. the funds to see if there is a clear cut destroy the planet? The Big Oil Companies ing to a narrow majority of the court, the get their property back under SB 18. If you look up Webster’s definition of the other end of Sageorchard. This pres- need to Drill Baby Drill or we are going to mere possibility that private property Texas has yet to fully address Kelo’s strategy as to how those funds may be ents problems for us including turning left “radical” you will find two meanings. One used and under what circumstances. continue to Buy Baby Buy from other com- might make more money for a developer blurring of the distinction between public on Sageorchard to access Blackhawk is not panies that are allowed to Drill Baby Drill. states “of, relating to, or proceeding from a Obviously it isn’t well defined. and a city when put to another use is use and public purpose, which has ren- root; of or relating to the origin; fundamen- an option as there is no “cut-thru” in the Japan, China, Russia, Brazil, Mexico, Great reason enough for the government to dered the taking of property to increase The issue with usage of the funds, is boulevard there and turning left on Sage- Britain, Venezuela and others are drilling tal.” The other meaning – “marked by a that it does not solve the overspending take it away. tax revenue – a public purpose – as considerable departure from the usual or queen is difficult now as there is a 3-way for oil all over the place. The environmental Kelo set off a chain reaction of states legitimate as a public use condemnation problem. stop less than a block away – much less traditional; extreme; tending or disposed to history of these nations is abysmal. enacting comprehensive reform to pro- to build a school. make extreme changes in existing views, It would be the same as if I were to when even more traffic is forced to use that No country takes better care of our draw down my 401K retirement account outlet when our Hughes Road access is tect property owners who could no lon- Though the Legislature has previously habits, conditions, or institutions; of, relat- planet than the USA. No country has ger depend on the U.S. Constitution’s banned takings for economic develop- ing to, or constituting a political group asso- to pay for my spending habits that are denied. Sagequeen is going to bottleneck stricter laws that regulate the quality of the exceeding my ability to pay my bills from and drivers will be at greater risk of acci- Taking Clause. Florida, South Dakota, ment purposes, it is still important to ciated with views, practices, and policies of air and water; no populace is more in tune New Mexico, and Arizona – among many clearly restate the constitutional protec- extreme change.” earned income. dents at that intersection. with the health of the planet than Americans. We are also avid campers and access to others – dramatically improved their tion that property can be taken only if Now I believe the Republicans fit into the Prior to Governor’s election last Nov- So one would think that if one is truly inter- our home with our travel trailer will be states’ property rights protections. necessary for a public use. SB 18 gets first definition of trying to restore America ember, the estimated deficit was com- ested in preserving the planet, the only greatly impacted. We will not be able to However, here in Texas, we are still wait- part of the way, but does not include back to its foundation. The Democrats cer- monly quoted to be between $14-$17 petroleum based products that Americans bring our trailer home – because we will not ing for comprehensive reform. “necessary,” which may lead to a weak- tainly fit the second definition since we billion and shortly after the election, should use should be those drilled and be able to “get out” of our neighborhood. have seen more changes detrimental to our increased to $28 billion. Private sources refined by American companies. Gov. Perry’s declaration of eminent ening of the current standard contained The Sagequeen exit traffic will be too much government in the past two years than ever told me that the deficits were much American oil companies have the great- domain as an emergency issue, howev- elsewhere in law. Nor does it replace all and we would block the intersection; and est amount of oversight and regulation in er, gives hope that improvements can be instances of public purpose in statute before. higher than the $14-17 billion. That type the Sageorchard exit has a concrete strip I don’t know who Mr. Johansen is/or was of creative estimating prior to the election the world. The countries that America buys made during the current legislative ses- with public use. for the left-hand turn lane that we can’t get its oil from could care less about the envi- sion. One more problem that the current employed by to make his living but just like leads me to believe that the deficits are into with the trailer as it is too close to the the rhetoric of most democrats, big busi- much higher than the $28 billion that is ronment. These countries have set fire to oil In Kelo, the Supreme Court upheld legislation does not address is the court- intersection. fields for political purposes, they hunt and the taking of private property from created presumption that takings are ness has to be condemned. I do believe bantered today. Please consider other options for our that the largest businesses we have today The strategy may be to, “let the air out kill whales and sharks for aphrodisiacs, Susette Kelo and her neighbors for a re- necessary for a public use simply if the Hughes Road access rather than closure of they blow up oil pipe lines for power grabs, development plan that offered higher tax condemnor says so. In practice, this are federal, state and possibly unions. As of the balloon slowly” but it never has lanes. We would like to suggest that a far as I know these businesses do not pro- worked before. It did not work for Japan and they allow their impoverished to live, revenue for the city. This plan included a means property owners must bear the 4-way stop be put at the intersection of drink and defecate in waterways that are duce any revenue except what comes from Hughes Road and Sageorchard Lane. We hotel and offices for Pfizer’s new corpo- burden of proof when protecting their and their demise that began in the late polluted beyond belief. tax payers or members of the different have 2 stop signs there now, and adding 2 rate facility. property from unlawful seizure. Property 80’s and strategy to solve their real President Obama says that oil is the unions. Today, 52 percent of all union mem- more stop signs would relieve the problem Today, Pfizer has closed its facilities owners shouldn’t have to bear this bur- estate debackle does not work now. An energy of the past. What is the energy of bers work in government jobs being paid by and be fiscally responsible as the stop and vacant lots are all that is left of den – nor the burden of attorney’s fees old saying that was taught to me by the present? If the solution is an alternative tax payers. “Big business” create products signs would certainly be less expensive Kelo’s middle class neighborhood. New – to defend their own property. depression era bankers is still true today: energy source, and the environmentalists and hire employees at their own expense... than concrete. A blinking light should be London is worse off, and Kelo and her While these problems could be easily Now even government agencies have a “First Loss, Least Loss.” refuse to consider nuclear power, let us Take that lesson and apply it to the, added to the fire station, as other stations neighbors are without their property – addressed in SB 18, it has morphed over rainy day fund – why shouldn’t corporations have, and this would remind drivers coming take advantage of Marvin Martian’s Uranium even though it was never used for the time into an “agreed upon” bill that some make some profits. “extra” sports stadium, “extra” port termi- Plu-36 Explosive Module. Like the Iranians, nal, “extra” airport terminals at Intercon- from Riverstone Ranch to slow down. reason it was taken. are reluctant to change lest opposition to As for what Mr. Johansen stated about We appreciate your time and attention to who are encouraged to have peaceful tinental Airport, and one can see that our nuclear power, (I cannot help it, hello envi- Texas has the same problem today – the changes from local government enti- Representative Pete Olson, he might have this matter and concerns of the homeown- government can use property for what- ties jeopardize its passage. seen where Mr. Olson voted against Presi- overbuilding jeopardizes the credit rating ers in this area. ronmentalists, do you really think it is of most of the governmental agencies in acceptable for Iran to use nuclear power ever it wants once it is taken – or not use Yet property rights are the most fun- dent Obama’s original budget which would Johnny and Kathy Lemaster it at all. damental of all of our rights. Texans have increase the deficit much more and possi- our City and now our State. That does and the USA cannot. Do you not see a bly something pertaining to NASA might not yet include the Johnson Space potential problem there? This is a country Four years ago, the Texas Legislature waited a long time to see them restored. have been included, but the budget deal is Center with an estimated layoff of over Alternate options that enforces the practice of Female Genital almost fixed this problem. It passed a As the Texas House of Representatives not over. He will vote on the budget at some 20,000 people and 10,000 more after the should be considered Mutilation (look it up) and you think it is strong “buyback” provision that would debates SB 18, it is worth taking the time time again. Apparently Mr. Johansen does shuttle mission is over. acceptable for them to have nuclear power. have given property owners the right to – and the risk – to get it right. not know Mr. Olson or what he stands for. If you want to solve the deficit problem I am a resident of Sagemeadow. I am Really? A country that is stuck in the 3rd re-purchase their land if the government ––– Pete Olson has and will always standup for with the State’s budget, then take the writing to you today in regards to the century hates everybody and wants to kill had not used the land for its intended Ryan Brannan is the economic free- NASA doing all he possibly can for that advise from the depression era banker’s, upcoming construction project to extend all infidels, i.e. us, now complete with purpose within 10 years. dom policy analyst at the Texas Public program. “First Loss, Least Loss.” Hughes Road in order to connect Sage- nuclear power. No, no problem there. What That bill did not become law, so the Policy Foundation, a nonprofit, free-mar- Now Mr. Johansen mentioned the chaos Malcolm Browne meadow and Riverstone Ranch neighbor- could go wrong? America is the problem. current eminent domain legislation under ket research institute based in Austin. Bill in Wisconsin where the battle is between hoods. I understand with this new construc- Sorry, I tried not to digress and to sound consideration – SB 18 – also has a buy- Peacock is the Foundation’s vice presi- unions and the government surviving. This tion project, passage in and out of the serious, but the stupidity of other countries back provision. But the version that dent of research and planning and direc- reminds me of the problems in Greece Leland says: 4-way street where I reside, could possibly be drilling for oil, building coal fired power recently passed the Texas Senate has a tor of the Center for Economic Freedom. recently where there were so many govern- permanently altered. I would say of all the plants and using nuclear power and then ment employees that Greece could not stop at intersection residents in the area, I am the one most selling it to us while we pretend that we are afford to pay them any longer. So what do greatly affected by these plans. I live direct- saving the planet by not drilling our own oil you do? Governor Walker only wanted the The purpose of this letter is to convey ly on the corner of Sageorchard Lane and and not creating the safest nuclear power state union workers to pay part of their my concerns regarding the construction of Hughes Road, and the only corner house plants right here or using our own coal benefits and to give up some of their bar- Hughes Road to Riverstone Ranch. The that actually has a side and front view to resources is colossal. How can we save the idea of stopping traffic from exiting Sage- Park Manor of South Belt gaining rights. They said “no.” Only time will the intersection in question. planet by buying resources from countries tell the outcome. orchard onto Hughes Rd. is a major con- I understand changes need to happen to that don’t give a #$#%%$#$#$# about the As for democracy in the Middle East cern. In doing so you will create two major accommodate the growth and expanding planet.) countries where protestors are storming to problem areas. subdivisions in the area. However, the pro- Wow what a rant. Where was I? I have to the streets (kinda remind you of America The first, being that in traffic hours the posed changes greatly affect the ones who go all the way up 25 lines to see where I left now doesn’t it?) no one knows just how Sagequeen exit will be backed up substan- utilize the intersection the most, the resi- off. Oh yeah, Marvin Martian’s Uranium much democracy those people will have tially. You can hardly get out and across dents who live immediately adjacent to the Plu-36 Explosive Module. Let’s say that we after it is all over. Blackhawk as it is now. With the oncoming intersection. I personally travel in and out at find a peaceful use for it. Let’s say that it will By the way, President Obama suggested traffic from the 3 way stop anyone trying to that corner multiple times a day. To take power your car, you refrigerator, your fur- we stop using hateful slurs since the get out will have a difficult time and will cre- away my most immediate access in and out nace, your AC, your I Phone and your pri- Arizona incident. Maybe we can cool it ate an accident prone area. Let alone the of my home in order to allow non residents vate jet with no emissions. How long before down some. O.K? back up on Sagequeen in Mornings. (Only the ability to travel on Hughes Road does Government Motors makes enough cars to Sue Sorenson sensible route to get out to the Beltway). As not seem quite fair in my book. replace the millions of cars on the road far as Sageorchard exit on to Blackhawk With that said, I would hope an alternate today? How long before Marvin Martian’s Turning right you can barely see around the curve to get option is considered. I believe making that Uranium Plu-36 Energy Company creates out now. And you want to push more people intersection a 4-way stop would satisfy the enough energy to supply all our needs? onto Beltway 8 East out that way! Not safe at all! residents affected by the construction and How long before each American trades his Clinical Services Covering: A sensible solution would be to have a 4 still meet the demand for the needed road gas guzzling, environment destroying, ◆ ◆ The other day while driving my grandson way stop at Sageorchard and Hughes. extension. Not only would the 4-way stop global warming car for a new Marvin Skilled Nursing Long Term Care to the doctor I was turning off Kirkfair onto People would stop at a sign to slow traffic allow myself and the other residents unre- Martian car? How long? Hey Al Gore what ◆ Rehabilitation and much more. Beamer and headed for the right turn lane and create a much safer exiting plan for the stricted access to our homes, it also pro- do we use in the meantime and from where for the Beltway feeder road and my grand- neighborhood. As well as keeping a safer vides increased safety in our neighborhood. do we get it? Ten years ago Bill Clinton said son asked me why I never try to turn from speed in and around the Fire department There are numerous speeders who cur- that drilling in ANWR was pointless because the right lane instead of the right hand turn and Hike & Bike Trail. rently travel to that dead end or who turn in it would take ten years before we would 11902 Resource Parkway lane for Beltway. Another thought would be to not raise the and out of either side of Sageorchard Lane have any oil production from there. You (near Memorial Hermann SE Hospital) The right turn lane always backs up (as bridge if visibility is a issue as then it would already. Extending the road through without mean like now? you know) so much that people have a make sense for stop signs as well and a stop signs would only enable that problem George Valtasaros 281-922-6802 • Fax: 281-922-6804 Thursday, March 10, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Dobie announces rolls for fourth six-weeks Dobie High Debate excels Dobie High School recent- ia Aundrea Perez, Burgandy Ahmed Khan, Paul Kwang zos, Joe Michael Cavazos, Sanmiguel, Juan Carlos San- Tanisha Nirvana Hernan- ly released its honor rolls for Rose Petri, Lauren Ashley Mo Kim, Tori Nickole King Cassandra Marie Cedeno, Mi- tos, Reese Daniel Selman, dez, Xavier Luis Hernandez, at Texas City Spring Classic the fourth six-weeks grading Pettey, Hong Thixuan Pham and Ira Mitchelle Lanza. chael Wayne Clark, Sebastian Bryce Edward Simmons, Adriana Herrera, Hongnhung period. Students listed are: and Khanh Minh Pham. Aaron Chaise Lariviere, James Colunga, Samantha Jesse Edward Slaten and Ter- Thanh Ho, Ashley Danielle The J. Frank Dobie Herbert competed in prose. events along with public Honor roll Phuong Thi Yen Pham, Francisco Romel Ledezma, Paige Coyle, Danielle Nicole rance Laron Small. Hoggard, Katlyn Michelle Debate team competed in Selman, who is already forum with her partner, Ninth grade Quan Hong Pham, Tuan Manh Katherine Erin Lee, Eric Crawford, Gabriela Cruz, Ve- Steven Patrick Smith, Hoggard, Arndreya Angelica the Texas City Spring state qualified, came home Thomas Ray Trevino. Jannessa Renee Ackman, Phan, Lesley Michel Portales, James Leuenberger, Roger ronica Michelle DelaFuente Meagan D. Snyder, Christo- Howard, Benjamin Carl Hus- Classic on Feb. 18-19. with the first-place trophy, Also state qualified is Faria Akhter, Sadia Akhter, Lesley Summer Preza, Gerar- Omar Lizama, Jose Guada- and Frances Elizabeth Delao. pher Ray Sorensen, Crystal band, Johnny Huynh, Miesha Peter Vu and Annie while Herbert came home Selman in prose, and Deanna Marie Alanis, Maria do Adrian Pruneda, Ayeshum lupe Lopez, Mariana Edith Gabriella Lissette Deleon, Sosa, Melissa Ann Sosa, Treg Shane Julien, Zaheer Umar Pham both competed in with the second-place tro- Maurice Robinson and Isabel Alarcon, Amarilis Ma- Rasool, Jordan Robert Razo, Lopez, Minhtrong Nguyen Oscar Aaron Delossantos, Edward Spigner, Jorge Luis Kamal and Melissa Knight. novice rounds and brought phy. Jekale Williams in duet act- crina Alvarado, Eliza Selena Zachary Dale Reyes, Kayla Lu, Kimberly Oanh Luu, De- Jessica Dennis, Jordan Taylor Stefanoni, Sheldon Avery Christopher Michael Kri- home trophies. Vu placed Brianna Herman received ing. Alvarado, Taylor Ard, Benja- Monique Richardson, Ivan nise Thuy Ma and Eusebio Deubner, Kemerly Lynn Dex- Stockfl eth, Clarissa Tamez, vik, Jacob Austin Lacamu, first in novice prose, and fourth in original oratory The state tournament min Dean Arnett, Stephanie Rocha, Sabin Rese Rocha and Maldonado. ter, Hibba Arsan Diab, Re- Christopher M. Teo, Kabrelle Jeremy Allen Lacamu, An- Pham placed second in nov- and third in dramatic inter- will be held March 10-12 at Arroyo, Erika Thalia Ascenc- Breanna Ashley Roddy. Mia Alexis Marquez, becca Diane Diaz, Duyen Thi Thomas and Tony Tieu. drew Michael Lake, Mi- ice Lincoln-Douglas debate. pretation. Herman is already Flower Mound High School io, Carolina Sanmiguel Avila Cesar Rodriguez, Mayve Scott Earl Marsella, Gabriel Thao Dinh, Vicki Dinh, San- Carol To-Uyen Tran, Dor- chelle Lam, Kristen Marie Reese Selman and Ariel headed to state in the two near Dallas. and Abner Mike Baerga. Desiree Rodriguez, Octavio Martinez, Lorin Rose Mata, ny Do, Ivan Daniel Dorantes, thy Thituyen Tran, Hoa Thanh Lanza, Christianna Le, Kevin Valerie Alena Baez, Ron- Alexander Rodriguez, Re- Erin Marie Mauk, Britany Aaron David Dryden and Ju- Tran, Hong Tuyet Tran, Julie Nguyen Le, Ngocbao Thanh nie Gene Barnes, Destinye nata Augustina Rodriguez, M. McLean, David Eduardo lia Nicole Duenez. My Tran, Paul Huy Tran, Le, Phuong-Duyen Mai Le, Ayesha Barnes-Hall, Daniel Rodolfo Vicente Rodulfo, Mena Ramirez, Alexia Levi Elizabeth Ngo Duong, Thuy Tien Tran, Thomas Chase Byron Lee and Eun Jacob Barrientes, Amanda Gabriela Jazmin Romero, De Mendez, Tiffany Marie Mer- Chloe Liseth Escobar, Paola Ray Trevino, Chukwuemeka Kyeong Lee. Catherine Bates, Tyler Grego- Andre Imari Russell, Fernan- cado, Sarah Marie Merrill, Delcarmen Escobar, Eric Kendrick Uchendu, Andy Alma Patricia Lopez, ry Baumann, Antonio R. Bel- do Rogelio Sanchez, Gabriel Eric Montoya and Brittany James Everett, Adrian Jesus Buuphat Van and Rigoberto Christopher Isai Lopez, Jorge tran, Erin Nicole Blackwell, Ivan Sarduy and Emily Ni- Lee Montross. Flores, Erick Frias, Jorge Luis Giovanni Vargas. Ernesto Lopez, Robert Luna, Joseph Robert Boutwell, Em- cole Sargent. Brooke Ashley Montross, Fuentes, Jose Angel Galarza, Nyla Osiris Vasquez, Huy Phan Luu, Jimmy Ly, ily Margrett Bray and Lisa Wesley Michael Schoppe, Syeda Siddra Naqvi, Kortney Aaron Ruben Garcia, Chris- Jose Luis Vega, Brenda Ve- Kevin Khanh Ly, Yolanda Monei Brooks. Gabriela Serrano, Alexius Marie Neely, Christine Thao topher Jesus Garcia, Zachary lasquez, Robert Vo, Andrew Yvette Marcano, Brandon Danielle Alyse Buckholt, Victoria Shea, Christopher Nguyen, Cuong Sy Nguyen, Joseph Garrison and Megan Steven Vu, Vivan Vu, Minh Micheal Marr, Angelica Ri- Duc Anh Bui, Peter Dinh Craton Shotwell, Layton Kevin Thai Nguyen, Khanh Alyce Gary. Quangjustin Vuong, Kayla vera Martinez, German Mar- Bui, Thuy Thi Thanh Bui, Robert Wayne Smith, Rosalva Phuong Nguyen, Quynh An- Blanca Nelly Garza, Man- Marie Williams, Eric An- tinez, Marcelo Martinez and Carolina Bustos, Kevin Ruiz Elizabeth Solis, Taylor Mat- hminh Nguyen, Sally Nguy- tej Kaur Gill, Miranda Glo- thony Wilson, Joseph Duval Kaitlyn Marie McMurrough. Caballero, Alondra Maria thew Surratt, Angelo Syme- en, Paris Lanae Nichols, Amy ria, Samantha Gomes, An- Wright and Nicholas Daniel Rolando Medina, Kate- Cahue, Chelsea Nichole Cal- onidis, Daniel Dat Trung Ta, Victoria Ordonez and Gabri- drea Cecilia Gonzalez, Diego Zamora. lynn Marie Miille, Jack dera, Jennifer Keren Calde- Timothy Ray Tatum, Nicho- ela Ortega. Gonzalez, Jazmin Rosemary Twelvth grade Ryan Moes, Malaz Osama ron, Gerardo A. Campos, An- las Kelly Taylor and Ernest Edwin Eduardo Padilla Gonzalez, Sandra Enid Gon- Daniel Jake Alanis, Asia Mohamad, Ashley O'Nelly gel Cervantes and Nicholas Martin Thumann. Hernandez, Amanda Marie zalez, Paul Michael Goodin, Brooke Allen, Janelle Alex- Montes, Chrystal Kaitlyn Dale Cessna. Brian P. To, Tanya Torres, Palacios, Christopher An- Feliss Allania Goree, Nora andra Argueta, Cynthia Arias, Montoya, Alberto Alexander Darien Anthony Childs, Anh Tran, Brian Anh-Khoa thony Pantoja, Jess Dalton Guerra, Allison Kay Hall and Brittany Elaine Avila, Leslie Moreno, Anthony Joseph Alexandra Guadalupe Cirlos, Tran, Bryan Huy Phong Tran, Parcell, Samantha Annmarie Briana Maritza Harper. Avitia, Christian Baez, Mag- Navas, Angela Nguyen, Gina The Dobie Debate team displays trophies members received at the Texas Kierra Siobhan Cook, Eric Diana Thuy Duong Tran, Em- Paredes, Sean Michael Peace, C’ella L. Hawkins, Ariel aly Balderas, Sabrina Marie Nhi Nguyen and Kathleen City Spring Classic. Members pictured are, left to right, Ariel Herbert, Bri- Daniel Cortes, Martin Cruz, ily Phuong Tran, Luan Thanh Cassidy Lily Peng, Victoria Hebert, Brianna M. Herman, Barajas, Nicole Rene Barnett, Thi Nguyen. ana Herman, Coach Tonya Naylor, Jekale Williams, Annie Pham, Thomas- Isabel Abigail Curiel, An- Tran, Vy Toung Thi Tran, Yaquelin Perla, Katherine Tyara Xiomara Hernandez, Destiny Lane Bellamy, Cesar Khanh Phuong Nguyen, thony Dang, Judy Nga Dang, Jennifer Gia Buu Trinh, Khoa Lauren Perrone and Rebecca Anh Hoang, Elizabeth Mai Anthony Belle and Jacob An- Kimhong Thi Nguyen, Lee Ray Trevino, Reese Selman and Peter Vu. Photo submitted Jaclynn Monica Deleon, Da- Xuan Truong and Quachtinh Linn Peters. Phuong Hoang, Kevin Duc drew Boelsche. Dac Nguyen, Mathew Nguy- vid Dinh, Hoang Kim Dinh, Le Truong, Bianca Michelle Anh Hoang Pham, Jenni- Hoang, Mai Khanh Hoangle, Demarcus Lee Boyd, en, Thanh Thien Nguyen, Sergio Diosdado and Quang Valerio and Cristian Vargas. fer Vy Pham, Karen Pham, Nguyen Bac Hong, Mohm- Shelby Noelle Bradley, Nhat Tina Ngoc Nguyen, Tinh Thanh Do. James Varghese, Jancy Kevin The Pham, Tracie med Hossain, Ngoc Nguyen Minh Bui, Kirsten Danielle Bao Nguyen, Tramanh Ngoc HC tax assessor blasts City Dynasty Morique Ed- Varghese, Joshua Varghese, Phan, Victoria Krystalmur- Boa Huynh and Shaedora Busse, Consuelo Crystal Can- Nguyen, Travonté Demond wards, Justice Leenieca Ed- Savana Terra Velasquez, Ilse phy Pike, Viktoralvino Pes- Tashaiya-Shenell Hyder. tu, Michelle Lisette Cantu, Norris, Sarah Monique On- The Houston City Council property tax increase. Maybe Gutter)’ but, if calculated wards, Jennifer Michelle Alejandra Vielma, Greer E. quera Pineda, Karen Marie Blake Lynell Jackson, Ra- Ariel Shaniece Carter, Krista tiveros, Constance Michelle is close to voting on the Prop- they plan to soak us even with the city’s figures in the Eignus, Nicholas Paul Engle, Vincent, Cindy My Huyen Ponce, Patrick Jermaine Pres- chael Annalisa Jagdeo, Paul Marie Carter, Carlos Castillo, Peace and Alexa Perez. osition 1 drainage fee despite more,” Sumners said. Rebuild Houston presenta- No Job Too Small! Angelica Vanessa Enriquez, Vo, Uyen Gia Vo, Mariah ton, Angel Brewer Redmon, Adrain Jasso, Jordan Armand Lourdes Cristina Castillo and Aracely Perez, Hoangvu being warned on Jan. 28 that On Jan. 28, Sumners sent tion, the projected revenue Yasser Otoniel Erazo, Edgar Grace Waters, Alyssa Grace Manuel Alexander Reyna and Johnson, Chase Roderick Caitlin Elizabeth Caughlin. Tran Pham, Jennifer Tran the city’s calculations appear a letter to Mayor Annise should be $38,424,799. Aljandro Escalera, Jacquelyn Williams, Brian M. Williams, Deanellys Rivera. Jones, Betty Ann Jordan, Katia Graciela Ceja, Aimee Phan, Dony Van Phung, Aar- wrong and will take about Parker, and every Council That’s more than 24 percent Mikayla Estrada, Desire Ma- Ytzel Yzaguirre, Lourdes Za- Jorge M. Rivera, Cristal Angela Beth Kahanek, Char- Rene Cessna, Michael Brady on Michael Pritchett, Elias $35 million more than adver- member got a copy. higher than the total the city rie Gabino, Stephanie Alicia valeta and Leslie L. Zepeda. Rodriguez, Kevin Jose Rodri- ity Crystal Knight, Katharina Chrestman, Matthew Paul Ramirez, Jennifer Angelica tised, Harris County Tax “I asked for basic infor- published. And, there seem to Galaviz and Angel Garcia. Tenth grade guez, Stephanie Rodriguez, Langheim, Thuyen Ai Le, Clark, Jorge L. Cortez, Julie Ramirez, Priscila Noemi Assessor-Collector Don Sum- mation that the city used in be similar or worse errors in Call For Information Cassandra Marie Garcia, Oluchi Chinonyerem Aar- Luis Anthony Romero, Joy Van Tuyet Le and Douglas Marie Croce, Jason Tai Dang, Ramirez, Mohamed Shaff- ners said Monday. calculating the revenue it the presentation’s other three Jesus Garcia, Rommel Rudy onchukwunyer, Cyrah Olu- Danielle Rose, Angelie Vic- Worthington Leighton. Dorothy Tramanh Dao, Tina ie Rasheed, Lisette Lopez “Five weeks later, all I’ve says the drainage fee will property categories. In the Garcia, Kamaran Rhynae wakemi Akinde, Carol Lilian toria Ross, Kimberly Ruiz, Edward Alexander Lewis, Mai Dao, Rebecca Angela Reyes, Monika Nikole Rivera gotten is bureaucratic baloney generate. My letter, a Public non-residential category, the Gardner, Craig Allen Gentry, Amaro, Christopher Chuk- Orfa Zaid Ruiz, Benjamin Kyle Robert Lohse, Zachery Day, Luis Miguel Delgado, and Nadine E. Robbins. as the city uses the Texas Information Act request, largest, the city’s revenue cal- Nicholas Rohan Ghansyam, wunonso Anagbogu, Aaron- Desi Salazar, Angel Sebas- Morgan Long, Jacob An- Phong Quoc Do and Cristina Faith Ann Roberts, Ed- Attorney General to help it questioned the city’s calcula- culation appears to be too Arianna Misha-Lae Givens, nathaniel Gabino Arambula, tian Salinas and Savannah F. drew Lozano, Tony Lu, Tina Jacqueline Dorantes. gardo Rodriguez, Noe Jesus hide the facts,” Sumners said. tions published in a city pre- low by 31 percent. Bryant Alonso Gonzalez, Joel Michael Arhelger, Jessi- Sanchez. Huynh Luong, Phuong Kim Delicia Duff, Daring Eap, Rodriguez, Pedro Rojas, Ce- “By delaying the release of sentation titled Rebuild “My letter said, ‘Without Hannah Celeste Graham, Er- ca Carina Armenta, Jesse Ar- Kaitlyn Rae Schuetz, It- Ly, Jennifer Clarissa Maciel, Kelsey Rae Earls, Aaron sar Romero, Gabriela Rome- this crucial public informa- Houston Phase 2 and dated release of the requested data ika Lucia Guerra-Alcala and zola, Debbie Amy Auguiste zayana Serna, Tyler James Nikoles Allen Manriquez, Scott Ebbinghaus, Justin ro, Maria Beatrice Rosales, tion, the city would keep the Jan. 26, 2011.” (See http://www. one can only speculate about Sofi a Alejandra Guerrero. and Jacquelyne Marie Baade. Sias, Janie Briana Silva, Ni- Karinna Isabel Marin, Taelor Loyd Eckols, Juston Ryan Arlene Christina Salazar, public misinformed until the rebuildhouston.org/download the completeness of the City’s Brianna Guevara, Mikaela Jennifer E. Bardales, Rhi- cole Victoria Skaggs, Loana Ashley Marquettigadison and Edwards, Rachel Ann Esca- Paige Leigh Sanchez, Crystal ordinance is passed. On Feb. s/mayor-report-830-rev.pdf.) data and the correctness of its Guevara, Joshua Alan Guil- anna Raquel Barrientos, Cody Magaly Solis, Justin Anne Christopher M. Martinez. milla, Victoria Fee, Eduardo Kaye Sartor, Kyara Ja’quoia 22, the city referred me to the “I pointed out that the Drainage Fee calculations.’ lory, Sydney Nicole Gutier- Edwin Bennett, Travis Devin Sunga, Princess Rebecca Christopher Yafet Mar- Fernandez, Kimberly Fer- Mary Elizabeth Scott and Sa- very presentation I am ques- city projects revenue of After waiting this long for a rez, Bryson Payne Hamilton, Berkstresser, Audrey Lenore Tabarez, Brenda Samantha tinez, Briana M. Mazzola, nandez, Ashley Nicole Feyes, mantha Christina Simmons. tioning. $30,935,076 from ‘Residen- straight answer, I think I was Arianna Hernandez, Alexis Beyer, Sobia My Bhatty, Tamez, Erika Renee Tijerina Shanequa Shante McGill, Katherine Fern Finney and Dominique Donald Si- “The city’s presentation is tial – Single Family (Curb & too gentle five weeks ago.” Nicholle Hicks, Brianna Dan- Krystal Marie Brewer, Kay- and Andre Lamont Timmons. Stephanie Mejia, Leslie M. Julianna Grace Fort. mon, Christopher J. Soto, pretty,” he said. “It mentions ielle Horton, Dominique De- tlin Simone Brooks, Jasmine Zachary Matthew Tra- Melgoza, Chelsea Nichole Caitlyn Elizabeth Fran- Erin Michelle Spencer, Te- things like ‘Color Aerial ion Hunter, Megan Jagdeo, Hienthanh Bui, Alisa M. Cal- han, Amanda Hien Thu Tran, Mendoza, Breyonna Erakae cis, Nickolas Martin Fuentes, resa Ta, Robert E. Timmons, Imagery (orthogonally cor- FIERCE Cheer Greissy Carolina Jerezano villo and Jose Luis Cantu. Christina Tuong-Nhi Tran, Milton, Carlos Misael Mira, Solmayra Gallardo, Raquel Cynthia Elena Torres, Kalina rected)’ and ‘Oblique-Derived All-Star Cheer Tryouts: and Mohammed Zaine Kabir. Roland Cao, Neftali Anto- Kim-Lynn Thi Tran, Lan Andrea Marie Mitrowski, Abigail Galo, Carla Lucia Mai Tran, Kimlan Thi Tran, Building Footprint Polygons.’ Matthew Alan Kahanek, nio Carcamo, Lamarea Take- Hoang Tran, Michael Tran, Ahmad Osama Mohamad and Galvan, Jordan Alexander Mylinh Tran, Uyen Le Tran, But, the math appears wrong.” April 2nd Emmi Trang Kieu, Madeline lla Champale Carter, Fatima Ngocque Thi Tran, Thione Tracy Hannelore Montes. Gammon, Madelyn Angelica Marleny Valle, Taylor Selene “Houston’s published Renee Lacamu, Kassandra Elizabeth Castellon, Melina Tam Nhi Tran, Macy Nicole Chassity Alexis Moreno, Garcia, Kelley Suzanne Gart- Valley, Clarissa Elyse Vega, numbers don’t add up. And, Reserve your time today! Lara, Amari Brianna La- Ceja, Thelma Chavez, Isaac Traywick and Robert Daniel Darrin Keith Motley, Julie ner, Ashley Danielle Garza, Darian Ravonne Vela and no surprise, the apparent error www.fi ercecheer.net • tgraham@fi ercecheer.net vergne, Tiffany Kim Trang Adan Cisneros, Cody Collins, Vargas. Elizabeth Murphy, Nghiep Devin Hannah Gettig and Daniel Colton Verden. or errors would take many Le, Tu Anh Le, Wilson Lee, Jennifer G. Cortez, Avery Venerson Orquillano Vil- Minh Nguyen, Alvin Tien Karla Mireya Gomez. Jeisy Karina Villatoro, millions more from taxpayers Karina Guadalupe Lopez, Lynne Crocker, Travis Pham lanueva, Tri Minh Vo, Peter Nguyen, Austin Ryan-Vinh Kellen Denise Gomez, Joshua Minh Vo, Ngoclinh than the city acknowledges,” 281.692.1496 Lauren Alexis Lozano, Jenny Dao, Dennis Rafael Diaz and Duy Vu, Thomas Lee Vu, Nguyen, Dana T. Nguyen, Melissa Rene Gonzales, Al- Dinh Vo, Dac Tien Vu, Xuan Sumners said. “In difficult Ly, Tony Ly, David Gustavo Christian Dominguez. Vanessa Tuyetvan Vu, Leah Kenny Nguyen, Stephanie varo Gonzalez, Treydell Jew- Thuy Vu, Dylan Frederick economic times like these, Macias and Aimee C. Mar. Alberto Joel Dorantes, Danielle Weaver, Lauren Nguyen, Tina Thi Nguyen, on Gray, Theresa Elizabeth Wall, Jontay Nichelle War- why would the city want to Samuel Lee Martinez, Jo- Michael Quoc Thang Du, Ashley Wilkerson, Phoenicia Tri Nhan Nguyen and Veroni- Greene, Kayla Nicole Guel, ner, Hannah Nicole Waters, assess their taxpayers $35 hanna Fredesvinda Mejia, Ste- Noah West Escamilla, Rene Perion Wilson and Naomi ca Nicole Nicholson. Nicholas William Gunter, Kelsey Ann Wells, Dylan million more than the mini- ven Andres Mendieta, Joshua Jovanni Escobar, Maria Eu- Marie Zaragoza. Christopher Alan Nick- Amy Lynn Hall, Tyler Rae Joseph White, Drake Walker mum amount required by Andrew Mendiola-Garcia, genia Ferreira, David Eduar- Eleventh grade elson, Chidi Carl Nnabuife, Hefl in, Erin Brittani Hender- Williams, Caitlin Renee Proposition 1? After all, the Joslyn Lourdes Mendoza, Ni- do Fraga, Jennifer Elizabeth Javier Aguirre, Jacob Shannon O’Connor, Erik T. son, Ryan Richard Henry and Woods, Hei Tung Yuen and $125 million minimum is the cole Denise Mendoza, Riley Galvan, Angel Phillip Garcia, Jamal Al-Asmar, Tessa Su- Olmos, Luis Angel Orozco, Amber Paula Hernandez. Tamer Habib Zaid. equivalent of a 13 percent Ann Miller, Mohamad Osa- Jason Vy Giang, Lisa Renee zanne Andrade, Raquel Lasha Miguel Angel Ovalle, Rosa ma Mohamad, Yvonne Marie Gill, Claudia Bianca Gonza- Ardoin, Barry Allen-Michael Patricia Perlera, Alyssa Lane Molina and Savannah Nicole lez and Martin Gonzalez. Authenreith, Emily Nicole Perry, Trang Tran Thuy ‘Spotlight’ shines on tech Montoya. 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Belus, Pruneda, Estefania Rangel, Billy Nguyen, Jennifer Nguy- josa, Brent Hubbell and Jas- Celeny Adriana Benitez, Ramish Rasool, Racquel Car- • Local ownership, professional management en, Tai Ngoc Nguyen and min Bentancourt Huerta. Deandre Jerrod Bolden, lene Reyes, Maurice Xavier • Walking distance to courthouse & library Thien Luong Van Nguyen. Kenny Khang Huynh, Mitchell Brady, Ceci Kasan- Robinson and Bryan Dillon • 1/2 mile from Memorial Hermann Southeast Vivian Oanhhoang Nguy- Nantiporn Kate Inchun, Anna dra Brizuela, Kameko Shana Rodriguez. • Successful medical establishments en, Jeremy Chieu Nhan, Shel- Lynne Ingalls, Sidney Joseph Bryant, Christine Bui, Shaun Elena Lizeth Rodriguez, • Ideal for medical, professional business by Keith Nunez, Mykayla E. Jacques, Jacqueline Jaramil- Tuankhang Bui and Wade Isabel Nicole Rodriguez, O’Connor, Christina Olivei- lo, Terrence Keith Jefferson, Connor Buisson. Rene Rafael Rodriguez, Ma- ra, Ariadna Abigail Pedroza, Sabrina Juarez, Sydney Ann Alaina Michelle Burns, ria Elizabeth Rojas, Jesica For information, please contact: Aimee Gabriela Perez, Alex- Keatts, Muhammad Muneeb Roy Cantu, Ana Isabel Cava- Siomara Rubio, Sarah Amy Scarsdale Plaza Property Management TEL: (281) 482-6609 South Belt Samaritans spotted SSouthouth BeltBelt GGraphicsraphics & PPrintingrinting Lab assistant William McNichols (left) shows students Raymundo Torres (cen- ter) and Edwin Gonzalez (right) an example of one of the wiring training mod- els used in the HVAC program at the San Jacinto South campus’ technology Spotlight event. Photo by Andrea Vasquez No Job Too Small! Students and community more that fi rst year being gineering design graphic pro- IIt'st's ttimeime ttoo oorderrder members attended the San Ja- certifi ed. Had I known that, gram not only to jumpstart a cinto College South Spotlight I would have gotten my cer- career, but to help him expand event which gave them an tifi cation a lot sooner,” said even further on his education. in-depth look at a few of the automotive collision repair “I came to browse the pro- GGraduationraduation technical programs offered by instructor, Jake Stahl. grams and see what careers the college. Some students who attend- you can get into with a certi- Hosted by the South cam- ed the event came with inten- fi cation because I want to start IInvitations!nvitations! pus center for student devel- tions of furthering their own working as soon as possible opment, attendees were able to knowledge about what kind of in order to pay for college,” visit with instructors from the job opportunities are available he said. “I’d really like to get automotive collision repair, with a certifi cation in a small into the engineering design Call For Information engineering design graphics, time frame. graphics program. I’d like to Act now and cosmetology, and air condi- “I really want to get my eventually be a mechanical tioning technology programs. life straightened out,” said engineer, and this would help Groups were taken to class- student Raymundo Torres. me get started, learning the beat the rush! rooms and facilities that house “I’ve been working at a fast basics.” each program to give everyone food place, and I just really The center for student de- a look at the learning environ- want to do better and move on velopment has more Spotlight ment they could expect. in life. I really like what the events planned throughout CCallall FForor Aside from giving guests automotive collision repair in- the spring semester showcas- course information and en- structors had to say. Cars have ing programs such as health During a particularly high-traffic time at the tion, located just off the intersection. Shown are rollment requirements, in- always interested me anyway. sciences, visual communica- corner of Beamer Road and Beltway 8, the truck Good Samaritans, left to right, Ron Williams, lo- structors and some former stu- You’re always going to need tions, business, and computer IInformationnformation of a traveler stalled, causing considerable in- cal business manager and part-owner of Central dents gave fi rst-hand accounts someone who knows how information technology. creased congestion at the intersection. Two South Ace Hardware, Inc., and Bill Winning of Winning of their success after getting to work on them when they For more information on Belt Good Samaritans went to assist the strand- Ways. their certifi cation. break down.” future Spotlight event dates, “After I completed my Student Edwin Gonzalez check the San Jacinto College 281-484-4337 ed driver by pushing her to the nearest gas sta- Photo by Marie Flickinger certifi cation, I made $12,000 wanted to check out the en- website at www.sanjac.edu. Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 10, 2011 Group names UHCL Sci-Fi convention set Over The Back Fence by Jan Explore fantasy and sci- costume can find guidelines ence fiction game play at the for what is permissible at the Bullock president ConJour: Fantasy, Horror and organization’s website. The Texas Association of elect position at the state level Sci-Fi Convention for gamers Admission is $15 per per- Chicanos in Higher Education is effective immediately. and guests held at the Uni- son for UHCL students and has elected Linda Contreras The election took place at versity of Houston-Clear faculty, $20 per person for Bullock, University of Hous- the February board meeting DOTTIE SENT GOOD WISHES Christina Serna March 11. Wishes for basketball his senior year. Unfortunately for Lake. The event begins the general public, with chil- ton-Clear Lake assistant dean for TACHE, a professional Dottie Cantalamessa celebrates her a wonderful birthday are sent to Maria Scott, football coach Buzzy Keith chose Friday, March 11, at 4 p.m., dren under 10 free. Register of student diversity and direc- organization that works to and runs through Sunday, at http://www.conjour.net. tor of intercultural and inter- improve education and em- birthday Thursday, March 10. Her family, Noyola March 13. John as quarterback over Chris Perry the March 13, at 3 p.m., in the This event is sponsored by national student services, as ployment opportunities for friends and the Leader staff send her best Thompson Intermediate next year, so John never even played bas- university’s Bayou Building. the UHCL Gamers’ Guild. president-elect of the organi- Hispanics in higher educa- wishes. Birthday wishes are sent to Elida Torres ketball at Dobie. The Houston Chronicle, ConJour is the Clear Lake For information, contact Con zation. tion. It offers networking, SCHOOL DAZE March 12. The day for a party for Martha in its live music entertainment section that area’s only Fantasy, Horror [email protected] or e-mail “Through my service in educational advocacy and The following personnel and staff mem- Vega is March 16. came out Thursday, Feb. 24, has a pic- and Sci-Fi convention. Partic- guild master James Kent at TACHE, I can continue the provides state, regional and bers of the Pasadena Independent School Dobie High ture of John with these words: “There’s ipants wishing to attend in [email protected]. legacy of this organization, local forums for issues relat- District celebrate birthdays March 10 Blow out the birthday candles for Jennifer little the singer-songwriter hasn’t done well assist in the forward move- ed to Chicanos/Latinos in through March 16. Haynes March 10. Sandra Rodriguez is among roots – rock permutations, from ment and provide a venue for higher education and collab- Burnett Elementary wished a happy birthday March 12. The day power pop to honky-tonk to rockabilly and Sierra meets March 16 all voices,” said Bullock. orates with them to create Hong Doan and Maria Ruiz share a for a party for Blake Edwards is March 13. more.” The Sierra Club will hold cuss Houston’s air pollution She has served on the workable solutions. its next meeting Wednesday, challenges. TACHE board for three years For information about birthday March 15. Blow out the birthday March 14 is the day for a birthday surprise Judy Schwab reported that husband candles for Judy Howell March 16. for Kathleen Murrell. On March 16, Clara Buzz is doing well, and they thank every- March 16. The program will Social time begins at 6:30 and has been a state and local TACHE, visit /www.tache. include an update on the p.m., followed by speakers chapter member for nine org. For information about Frazier Elementary Ullman is sent a birthday greeting. one for the support. His ablation on his Texas Bottle Bill and details from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Bay years. She also served as vice the Office of Intercultural Greetings for a happy birthday are sent DOBIE TRAILMIXERS NEWS heart was a complete success. about the new book club, Area Community Center, president and president of the and International Student to Erica Pecina March 11. Debbie Clark The Dobie Trailmixers recently met at Jon Rascoe heads for Quito, Ecuador, with Deanna Schmidt, assis- 5002 NASA Parkway. local TACHE Houston chap- Services, call 281-283-2575 has a birthday March 12. Luby’s for their monthly meeting. Topics and then to the Galapagos Islands on tant professor of geography For information, contact ter. Her term as president- or visit uhcl.edu/IISS. Laura Bush Elementary included: a National Geographic expedition this at the University of Houston- Grace Martinez at grace- On March 12, birthday wishes are sent to The Trailmixers’ thoughts and best wish- month. Clear Lake. Matthew Tejada, [email protected] or Angela Wright. es were with Dobie’s Academic Decathlon Cheryl Park shared a neat way to make executive director of Air Linda King at lindaawk ing@ Piece by Piece Moore Elementary Team in El Paso, as they competed for (and a photo book. Pictures can be added from Alliance Houston, will dis- att.net. March 11 is the day for a party for Lily eventually won) the state championship Life Magazines. To learn about it, visit the Upholstery Hernandez. and the right to compete at nationals in website at http://www.snapfish.com/snap- FARMERS® South Belt Elementary North Carolina in April. Dobie, coached by fish/promo 022us. FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS Headliners • Seat Covers • Carpets The day for a double-layer cake for Steven Higginbotham and Todd Geries, Julia Jay will appear in a Clear Creek Convertibles • Exotic Skins for Bike Seats Michael Burnett and Beverly Goodman earned the highest score (by 3,000 points) Community Theater production opening Jeffrey M. Barry is March 13. Marking a birthday March 15 in the state at the regional competition. on April 1. The theater is located off NASA Insurance and Financial ASK FOR 20% DISCOUNT WITH AD is Laura Villarreal. Eighty-one Dobie Latin students won Park-way. The play is a spoof on murder Services Representative 20 yrs. experience Melillo Middle School first-place sweepstakes in regional com- mysteries of the ’40s and ’50s – Murder’s 12621 Featherwood Dr., Ste 115 Birthday greetings are sent to Diane petition. Dobie’s score was 905, and the Bad but Monday Can Kill You. Houston, Tx 77034 8501 Hwy. 3 @ Shaver 713-910-4890 Wheeler March 10. On March 11, Sue second-place team scored 420. The Dobie Trailmixers meet for lunch at 1 281-464-3383 Offering: Mutual Funds, Variable www.piecebypieceofhouston.com Haase is wished a happy birthday. The day Dobie grad John Evans has achieved p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at for a cake for Elizabeth Provost is March success with his own band. His own com- Luby’s Cafeteria on Fuqua. Universal Life, Variable Annuities, IRAs, 40l(k)s 13. Troy Ralls has a birthday March 14. position, Pasa Get Down Dena, can be LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS Securities offered through Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC, Morris Middle School found on the internet. Ann Brannen shared E-mail birthday, anniversary, vacation, Member FINRA & SIPC Largest selection of Wishes for a wonderful birthday are sent the story that Dobie basketball coach Scott congratulations, etc., to mynews@south wigs in Texas! to Aimee Reeves March 14. Talton, asked Ann to sign John on as her beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject FEATURING Beverly Hills Intermediate journalism assistant during his junior year line. Items must be submitted by Friday Blow out the birthday candles for ESTETICA so that he would be eligible to play varsity noon for the next week’s publication. 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At left: Pictured are, left to right, (front row) Susie Pets need Love- Haas, Department Chair Felicia Petit and Jennifer Bring yours in Guerrero, (back row) LaMona Lemarr, Holly Bai- ley, Martha Weatherford and Carol Waters. for some Below: LaMona Lemarr, Susie Haas, Carol Wa- special TLC. ters, Martha Weatherford and Jennifer Guerrero enjoy some relaxation time. Photos submitted Same Location 25 Years Hughes at Beltway 8 281-484-9655 LLt.t. HarryHarry ZZamoraamora For Harris County Constable Pct. 2 I have committed over 31 years of my life to pub- lic safety and believe everyone deserves the high- est quality of life. Our children should be safe at LEGAL NOTICE school and allowed to develop into productive citi- zens. As homeowners, we have the right to a safe, PASADENA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT secure neighborhood which will ensure higher prop- ELECTIONS OFFICE erty values. As a successful small business owner, I During Spring Break, Monday, March 14, through believe our business community should be afforded Friday, March 18, 2011, the Pasadena ISD Elections every opportunity for economic development and Offi ce will be OPEN ONLY ON Monday, March 14, prosperity. 2011. (Use Strawberry Entrance) The Elections Offi ce will resume regular offi ce hours, As constable, I will bring the proven strategies and 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on Monday, March 21, 2011. programs we developed and implemented in the The Elections Offi ce is located in the PISD Adminis- Southwest Houston area to reduce crime by over 60 tration Building, 1515 Cherrybrook, Room N-101. percent while increasing public safety and econom- Elections Offi ce/Administrative Services ic development. As a 19-year police commanding (713) 740-0027 offi cer in the largest police department in Texas, and the only candidate with extensive command leader- ship experience, I am ready to be your constable. Chu, Truong, DDS & Associates, PLLC Harry Zamora Campaign Christina Morales - Treasurer SScarsdalecarsdale DDentalental SSmilesmiles AAffordableffordable & QQualityuality 111 N. Ennis Houston, TX 77003 832-264-5517 DDentalental CCareare Remember When www.voteforzamora.com 10904 Scarsdale Blvd., #100 • Houston, TX 77089 • 281.464.9440 30 years ago (1981) subdivisions attended the The Thompson academic team Dynamo paid a visit David Terry Haley, head Clear Creek Independent team won the district Na- to the San Jacinto College Braces • Teeth Whitening • Children’s Dentistry coach at San Jacinto Inter- School District Board of tional Academic League South campus for a scrim- Beamer Rd. ORTHODONTIST Payment Plans Available mediate, was selected as the Education meeting to urge championship for the fourth mage against the Coyote’s replacement for Eddie Fran- the board to purchase land year in a row. men’s team. 00 Scarsdale Blvd. Medicaid,CHIP $20. 20% cis in the Pasadena Indepen- in the northwest portion of The youth sports com- 1 year ago (2010) & Insurance exam, x-rays & dent School District at the the district for an intermedi- plex at El Franco Lee Park Frazier Elementary off your first regular monthly meeting. ate and high school. offi cially opened. School’s Rhonda Parmer consultation treatment Accepted In the Food Town Shopping Center Over 100 parents from 25 years ago (1986) 10 years ago (2001) and Beverly Hills Interme- the Sageglen and Green Tee Safeway’s fi ve Drugs for A year had passed, and diate School’s Alyta Harrell Less stores, including the there were still no leads in were named the Pasadena location on Hughes Road, the cases of Jonathan Bar- Independent School Dis- It’s not too late to advertise in the Special Edition! closed their doors because rica or Gail Totman. trict’s Region 4 Principals the chain as a whole was not Stuchbery Elementary of the Year. Parmer had Call now! 281-481-5656 profi table. School’s library was named served as Frazier’s principal John E. Freeman, D.D.S., M.S. A METRO representa- in memory of longtime since 2004. Under her lead- tive told a crowd of 50 cur- teacher Kay Galvan. ership, the campus was ✰ No Down Payment rent and potential bus riders Southpoint Theater re- rated “Exemplary” by the that while the South Belt opened with free children’s Texas Education Agency. with Verified Insurance area posed several geo- movies. The school was named one LAKE AT GOLFCREST graphic constraints for local 5 years ago (2006) of the state’s distinguished ✰ Payment Plan Available METRO bus service, routes South Belters were pre- Title I campuses. After serv- could be formed if interest paring for the upcoming ing as an assistant principal ✰ Insurance Assignment was great enough. election day which included at Beverly Hills Intermediate 20 years ago (1991) one hotly contested race for from 1999, Harrell was pro- Accepted Why Settle for an Older Home? Offi cials at the Environ- local justice of the peace. moted to principal in 2006. mental Protection Agency George Risner faced chal- Harrell and her team of ✰ No Referral Needed Region 6 in Dallas agreed to lengers Vicky Morris and teachers and staff were Save up to $3,000 a Year supplement the Brio Super- Leobaldo “Leo” Cardenas credited with helping stu- ✰ Video Game Room fund Repository with mate- in the Democratic primary. dents make major strides in rial that should be there any- South Belt physician Dr. their transition to high ✰ Quality and Caring Office in Heating and Cooling Costs! way. Brio project manager Mary Campbell-Fox was school through the district’s Lou Barinka said he saw no honored as the PISD 2006 Expectation Graduation ini- ✰ Certified Specialist Come See How... problem with putting the re- Distinguished Alumna at a tiative. quested documentation in- reception held in her honor. Longtime Houston Police Member American Association of Orthodontists volving possible health risk The combination of alert Department Sgt. Gregory New Homes from $180s in the fi les. neighbors and a quick re- Gillespie retired after serv- Between a possible tax sponse from Precinct 2 ing more than 34 years on (281)485-5958 rollback and the Texas Constable Gary Freeman’s the force, 25 of which were Legislature, Clear Creek deputies resulted in the ar- spent in the South Belt area. PlantationHomes.com Independent School Dis- rest for possession of a Gillespie said he intended trict could have lost up to controlled substance and a to spend the fi rst year of his From Beltway 8 West, Exit Blackhawk and turn Left, Pass Hughes Rd. at stop sign, $10 million for the 1991-92 failed home burglary. retirement traveling with school year. Members of Houston’s his wife, who was also retir- 281-481-9575 13310 Beamer Turn right on Hughes Ranch Rd. 15 years ago (1996) new professional soccer ing. Thursday, March 10, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Hobby Lions Club to meet Houston Hobby Airport Lions Club will meet Wed- Johnson, Duff engaged nesday, March 16, at 11:30 a.m. at the Golden Corral at DeHarts celebrate 45th anniversary Fuqua and I-45. For more information, call Monica Montoya at 281-794-5531. Audition for Getting Sara Married at PLT Pasadena Little Theatre, Martha has decided to take 4318 Allen-Genoa Road, will matters into her own hands hold auditions for Getting and find her a husband. Sara Married, a farce, by Sam Unfortunately, Aunt Martha’s Bobick, on Sunday, March 20, method of doing it amounts and Monday, March 21, at 7 to having the prospective p.m. Resumes are required groom bopped over the head and head shots are appreciated and brought to Sara’s apart- but not required. ment. Three men and three Aunt Martha’s choice is women ages 30s to 50s are Brandon Cates, a young man required. Auditions consist of who handles her finances. Longtime South Belt residents Majol and Tom DeHart cold readings from the script. Although Brandon is already will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary on The show dates are May 15 engaged to be married, this Friday, March 18. They were married on Friday, to May 29. does not deter Aunt Martha. March 18, 1966, at Glenbrook Valley United Methodist Contact the director, Glenn After being bopped on the Church in Houston. Majol is retired from J.C. Penney, Keith, at [email protected] head a few times, having a with questions, or visit the temporary loss of memory and Tom is retired from Gulf Oil and the City of website at www.pasadenalit and experiencing several Houston. They enjoy travel, and since retiring, have tletheatre.org for more details instances of mouth-to-mouth been on two cruises and crisscrossed Texas and the and character descriptions. resuscitation and a confronta- United States on motor home trips to Las Vegas, the Sara Hastings is an unmar- tion with a very angry fian- Grand Canyon, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississip- ried lawyer in her mid-30s, cée, Brandon slowly comes pi, Florida, Georgia and many points in between. much too busy to get involved to realize that Sara is really Eating out is a favorite pastime, also, and Monday in any romance. Her Aunt the girl for him. nights are always "Margarita Monday" somewhere in the area. They also enjoy attending the many barbecue and chili cook offs in the surrounding area and touring Sundays in Nature the Texas wineries. The couple have two sons, Tommy and Michael, both Dobie graduates, who reside in Clear Lake. A dinner with family was held at Killen’s at Armand Bayou Steakhouse in Pearland. Get outdoors at Armand if they appear to be orphaned Bayou Nature Center by join- or injured. ing in the Sundays in Nature Meet some of the nature series program that features center's live animals and join Thompson releases 4th 6-weeks rolls Robert Johnson and Kim Koepke of South Belt announce the engagement hands-on activities, hikes and in on a guided hike through and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Jay Elise Johnson, to Randell demonstrations for children the forest. Thompson Intermediate Isabel Amezcua, Amandani- Anastasia Colunga. Lesdy Iveth Rivera, Mateo and adults alike. Visit the Admission to Sundays in School recently announced cole Gabino Arambula, Cris- Tristan Issac Cool, Kevin Andrew Rivera, Kaylyn Ma- Duff, son of Dynees Richardson of South Belt. The bride-to-be graduated website at abnc.org for Nature is $3 for adults, and its honor rolls for the fourth tian Ernesto Ascencio and Joseph Cortez, Zoe Nicole rie Rivers and Sanjuana Es- from Dobie High School in 2007 where she was a member of the Dobie News details. $1 for children ages 4-12 and six-weeks grading period. Jaylon Deon Bolden. Cortez, David Alejandro peranza Romero. team and a band member. She is currently attending the University of On March 20 from 1 to 3 seniors 60 and older. There is Students earning status are: Daniel Joseph Brader, Cruz, Melissa Sarahi Cruz, Joe Manuel Salazar, Cla- Houston College of Education where she is on the dean’s list. The prospective p.m., the Sundays in Nature no cost for members. Honor roll Hannah Marie Brady, Britta- Alyssa Nicole Cumpian, Ni- rissa Marie Sanchez, Megan groom graduated from Dobie High School in 2008. He was named Mr. J. series will present Spring into Armand Bayou Nature Seventh grade ny Renee Burnham, Daniela cole M. Cypert, Wesley Wade Nicole Schuetz, Nicole De- Frank Dobie 2008 and was a member of the football and basketball teams. Nature. This time of year, Center is located at 8500 Bay Ahmad Hussein Abusaif, Campo, Kara Ashley Cam- Dawson, Ashley Ann Deveza, niece Seals, Alaina Nicole He is currently attending San Jacinto South College for kinesiology. The animals are found nesting or Area Blvd. (intersection of Luis Alan Adame, Beulah pos, Mandy Thuy Cao, Katie De Ann Celeste Dimas, Hung Sitka, Alyssa Celia Solis, Mi- couple met at Dobie in 2006. They are planning a spring 2012 wedding. alone and mistakenly thought Bay Area and Red Bluff Chinonyerem Akpan, Aliana Ann Carnish, Anthony Noah Tony Dinh, Alex Amir Dosal chael Alonzo Spiller, Laura to be abandoned. Find ways Road) in Pasadena. For more Cristina Aleman, Adrianna A. Caughlin, Gabriela Cavazos, and Jose Narciso Duarte. Katherine Stephens, Mayalen to keep these animals in their information, call 281-474- Allen, Cera Elizabeth Alvar- Andrea Rene Cedeno, Bran- Ryan Vaughn Ehlinger, Suarez, Travis Nash Tanner, environment and what to do 2551. ado, Daniel Alvarez, Marissa don Van Chung and Madeline Marquise Juane Francis, Denise Hoang Tram, Joanne Hope Village presents Passport Adriana Garcia, Aileen Victo- Tran and Kimngan Thi Tran. ria Garcia, Kenia Giselle Gar- Vinh Qang Tran, Mari- cia, Leslie Alejandra Garcia, ana Chavez Triana, Kellie to the World of Wine March 26 Alexus Nicole Garza, Crystal Amanda Tyer, Abraham Jo- PLT presents Cinderella Garza, Justin Allen Gee, An- seph Valencia, Hugo Gilberto On Saturday, March 26, seating for eight with spon- United Space Alliance. drew Davendra Ghansyam, Velarde, Jolissa Lynn Vil- wine and dine at the seventh sor’s name on the table and in The Hope Foundation is a Holly Sophia Gonzales and lalobos, Anthony Long Vu, annual Passport to the World the program. Wine table nonprofit foundation which Cinderella, the beloved David Lee Gonzalez. Rachel Nhi Vu, Charish La of Wine benefiting the Hope sponsorships are available for operates Hope Village in musical by Richard Rodgers Vanessa Alexandra Gonza- Nae Williams, Raven Anjell Village and the Hope Foun- $550, which includes four Friendswood. It is the mis- and Oscar Hammerstein lez, Stephanie Alexis Goud- Wilson and Kaelon Jamaul dation. general admission tickets and sion of Hope Village to pro- II, will open Friday, March eau, Leann Marie Guerrero, Woods. Enjoy tasting 30 wines sponsor’s name on the wine vide superior yet affordable 18, running four weekends Pernell Joseph Hamilton, Eighth grade from around the world, sam- tasting table. care for children and adults through April 10, at Pasadena Myles Avery Harris, Kallie Savannah Joe Amaro, pling many culinary delights To reserve a ticket or table, with intellectual and develop- Little Theatre, 4318 Allen- Nicole Hart, Samuel Dontae Jackelin Andrade, Justyn provided by the Hope Village call 281-400-2011. Tickets mental disabilities. Genoa Road. Hart, Shelby Ann Henderer, Andrew Arnesen-Gonzalez, Tea Room, and bidding on are also on sale in the Village Hope Village is located at Show times are 8 p.m. Michelle Ngoc Thao Hoang, Alexandra Nicole Banda, more than 70 auction items. Café, or visit www.hope-vill 15403 Hope Village Road in Fridays and Saturdays, with Dechanelle Nickay Howell Yenlynn Hoang Banh, Gabri- The wine tasting and silent age.com. Friendswood, across from matinees at 3 p.m. on Sun- and Aryn Danielle Ibarra. ela Renee Barragan, Deneil auction bidding will begin at Passport sponsors for this Clear Brook High School. days. On Thursday, April 7, Sarathany Duong In, Ja- Simone Bell, Sabrina Nicole 6:30 p.m., and the live auc- year’s event are AMOCO For directions and maps, visit a special two-for-one show is cob Ryan Izaguirre, Tea Aju- Bernal, Carli Elizabeth Blue, tion at 8 p.m. Last year’s Federal Credit Union and www.hope-village.com. offered at 8 p.m. A $14 ticket ha Jackson, Brady Houston Zachary Grant Blue and Ce- event sold out, so purchase will admit two to this perfor- Jacobs, Christopher Daniel leste Marissa Briones. tickets early. mance. Kingaumiller, La’Claudia Ty Artrese Terrell Brown, A limited number of Cinderella is directed by HHappyappy 114th4th BirthdayBirthday Kee Anna Labarrera, Anna Trang Phuong Bui, Mayra reserved tickets are available David Blystone, with musi- Nguyen Le, Bobby Nhiyen Lucia Caisedo Bustillo, Jorell at $75 each. Reserved ticket cal direction by Judie Val- Kenneth Gibson-Nwosu Le, Emily Ngoc Le, Matthew Ethon Campos, David Casas, holders will have guaranteed entine, and choreography by Khang Le, Autumn Lefever Danielle Ann Cisneros, Val- seating. Gregory R. Brown. and Kacie Lyn Little. erie Jane Colunga, Keyaudre General admission tickets We Love You! This classic production Sarah Ruth Loftin, Or- Marquise Conaway, Ben- are $40 each with seating not tells the story of Cinderella, lando Nigel Logan, Julia jamin Andrew Coronado, guaranteed. Reserved table Mimi, Granddad, who is left to the devices of Michelle Lohse, Marissa Re- Julian Valdez Coronado and sponsorships are available for her evil stepmother and two nay Longoria, Ana Martinez, Alexis Marie Corpus. $800, which includes reserved Mom & Dad evil stepsisters but still man- Briana Alexis Martinez, Eric Ariana Lynn Croes, Brian ages to rise above her life William Mauk, Evan Thom- Isaac Cruz, Patrick Joseph of servitude to make all her as Mauk, Marisa Mendieta, Cruz, Stephanie Thanh Dang, dreams come true. This hap- The king, South Belt resident Bill Edwards, the prince, Chance Westerman, Virginia Nicole Mora, Jor- Amina Ali Davis, Hailey pens with the help of her WALKER LAW OFFICES dan Chase Moreno, Jade Thi Rachelle Davis, Christopher fairy godmother, a little mag- and the queen, Laura Hoehn, appear in Cinderella by Richard Rodgers and Os- Mottu and Isaiah A. Munoz. Rayman Dufresne, Abdon Milton Walker, J.D. ic, and a handsome prince. car Hammerstein II at Pasadena Little Theatre, 4318 Allen-Genoa Road. The Cody Blaine Murray, Sum- Jose Ferreira, Nathaniel C. A special lunch with the opening is Friday, March 18, at 8 p.m., and the show will continue weekends mer Kamleh Naser, Angel Flores, Sabrina Andreina Cinderella stars is offered through April 10. Photo submitted 281-481-0909 Luis Navedo, Karen Neira, Frias, Luis Eduardo Garay before the Sunday, April 3, Amber Chanel Newsom, Al- and Tiffany Amber Garcia. WILLS & PROBATE INJURY CASES matinee. bert Trieu Nguyen, Elton Duy Marco Antonio Garza, Pa- BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL OIL & GAS Children of any age will Long Nguyen, Martin Anh trice Elaine Gilbert, Rachel FREE REGISTRATION - GOOD THRU MAR 17 enjoy a spaghetti lunch be- Vu Nguyen, Nancy Trang Taylor Glass, Joshua Paul LICENSED BY TEXAS SUPREME COURT EW ENROLLMENTS ONLY WWW MSJANETS COM ginning at 1 p.m. which will Nguyen, Thuanh Vu Nguyen, Godwin, Luis Carlos Gon- www.walkerlaw.com N • . . Tin Nhan Nguyen and Tina zalez, Anna Mae Goodman, include entertainment and in- 10909 Sabo, Suite 120, Houston, Texas 281-481-0909 Child Care & Learning Center teraction with the cast. Visit Mongduytien Nguyen. Cameron Devante Guy, Kiara the website for details on this Jason Chuan Nhan, Re- Doneisha Hart, Carolina Ale- Ms. Janet’s Children of the Future special offer. becca Lynn Nickelson, Josh- jandra Herrera, Yesenia Her- Monday - Friday 6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Make reservations online ua Lee Onak, Brandon Angel rera, Jessie Ngoc Huynh and 6 wks - 23 mos. $110 a week at pasadenalittletheatre.org Padilla, Greelynne Bayang Nicholas Daniel Jagdeo. or by calling 713-941-1758. Panza, Jesus Manuel Paredes, Jordan Luis Jimenez, De- 2 yrs. old $100 a week Marcela Gabriella Pena, Ash- siree Shantal Johnson, Rhe- FURNITURE RE-DO 3 yrs. old & up $ 90 a week Individual tickets are $14, and $12 for seniors and stu- ley Christine Perez, Julissa hana D’Nai Johnson, Jessica • Re-Pair • Re-Finish Large Play Room, Breakfast/Snack, Hot Lunches, Dance, Library & Computer Room dents. Credit cards will be Perez, De’andrea La’shay Jean Jones, Tia Jasmine Jo- Ms. Janet’s is providing pick-up service from WEBER & PASADENA SCHOOLS accepted. Petite, Thinh Duc Phan and seph, Daniel Jungmo Kim, Alyssa Michelle Pierce. Shaniece Nicole Lacour, Ty • Re-Glue • Re-Screw including MELILLO & MORRIS middle schools and South Belt Elementary. Faridhe Yamelli Puente, Irvin Lozano, Ryan Alexan- FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER CALL Advertise in Anthony Quiroz, Joseph Ja- der Mahler, Carlos Martinez, ‘We Re-Do For You’ ianthony Ramirez, Ryvrle Israel Ernesto Martinez and For Free Estimates Call: 281-484-2376 281-464-2366 the Ciera Rentschler, Benjamin Ashley Marie McDonald. 11590 HUGHES RD. @ BW8 12490 SCARSDALE BLVD. Javier Reyes, Anfernee Jay Luke Allen McDonald, Jeff Davis 281-481-3216 Leader! Reyna, Julian Angel Rivera, Continued on Page 6A CHURCH DIRECTORY

The Catholic Community of ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST This Sunday: Rev. James Burkart, Pastor Reverend Jack H. Moore New Covenant Rev. Thomas Puthusseril, Parochial Vicar “Christ in Peter from Matthew to John” Attend the 11011 Hall Rd. Houston, TX 77089 (between Beamer & Blackhawk) Christian Church UPDATE www.stlukescatholic.com Kirkwood South Christian Church LITURGY SCHEDULE Where God Makes Lives Better 10603 Blackhawk Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. 10811 Kirkfair (At Beamer) 281-484-4230 Church of Your Choice Sunday 7:30, 9:15, 11:15 a.m. KSCchurch.org Sunday 1:00 p.m. Misa en Espanol Bill & Cheryl Hines, Pastors Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 a.m. 281-481-0004 We’ve Enlarged Our Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9 a.m. Day Care Facilities Sunday School 9:45 & 11 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated The Fountain (Contemporary) 5 p.m. Worship for Everyone - 10 a.m. Bill & Cheryl Hines Register Now! 281-481-2003 Thursday 6 to 7 p.m Saturday 4 to 5 p.m. Parish Office 281-481-6816 Faith Formation 281-481-4251 Listen to our Minister’s messages at WEEKLY SERVICE TIMES Sunday Youth Ministry 281-481-4735 www.KSCchurch.org Wednesday St. Luke’s offers ministries for ALL-families, men, women, Early Service • 7:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting • 7:00 p.m. Sunday School • 9:30 a.m. youth, children, young adults, single, divorced, separated, Mid-Week Service • 7:45 p.m. “HABITAT” HAPPENS! Worship Service • 10:45 a.m. Cokesbury United Methodist Church widowed. Youth Events on Fridays - 6:30 p.m. Nursery Available at all Services 281-484-9243 • 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Page 6, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, March 10, 2011 Thompson rolls . . . Lariaettes compete at Cy Woods HS Duo to represent Continued from Page 5A Celina Kim Rabe, Fran- Kevin Earl McNeal, Alyssa cisco Rangel, Adriana Ar- The J. Frank Dobie Lari- routines, performing their offi cers in the hip hop divi- spective categories, and from Newsies – was named Michelle Medrano, Maria aceli Resendez, Kayla Marie Clear Brook Debate aettes drill team competed novelty routine to Teenage sion. They also won second once again, the Kick Com- fi rst runner-up Outstanding Lidia Mejia Ortiz, Valerie Richard, Joshua Daniel Ro- in a team competition re- Dream. place with their offi cer lyri- pany received fi rst place in Novelty of the entire day Mendoza, Joseph Christian driguez, Lester Patrick Rodri- cently at Champion Dance The social offi cers are cal, and received the coveted their elite team kick. These (all teams, all divisions). Mercado, Mason Hunter guez, Amber Denise Rogers, Competition at Cy Woods not selected based on their Judges Award for receiving are extra routines they per- They also won the Mod- Miller, Madisen Paige Mint- Michelle Brenda San Miguel, High School in Cypress. dance skills, but their cre- scores of 90 or above from form and practice for, on top ern Category, being named er, Damian Francisco Molina, Denise Saravia, Kyler Dasan The team walked away ativity and organization. all judges on all routines. of their team routines. the best Team Modern of the George Anthony Molina and Scott, Jonathan Adam Shaw with 21 awards and was The social offi cers are Kat- The Elite Team (consist- The girls competed entire competition. Dulce Dayana Morales. and Alejandro Silva. named Best in Class Large lyn Hoggard, Asia Allen, ing of hip hop, kick and jazz against many great teams. The girls also received Catherine Kendall Nei- Karaanne M. Snyder, Har- Team Champion. Caitlin Woods and Briana ensembles) received the The Team Jazz, Team Mod- the Award of Excellence, ra, Jimmy Adrian Nevarez, ry Langston Swinton, Isabel Fifty-one Lariaettes com- Harper. Judges Award as well, scor- ern and Team Novelty won as well as the Judges Award Johnny Dung Ngo, Catherine Magdalena Tabarez, Chel- peted in team, offi cer, and The military offi cers ing 90 or above on all rou- fi rst place, each in their once again for team rou- Nguyen, Dona Ngoc Nguy- sea Tajonera, Dejone Denise elite team routines, as well again came away with many tines from all judges. respective categories. The tines. They were also hon- en, Elizabeth Nguyen, Giaan Thomas, Felix Lorenzo Tor- as solos and duets. awards, receiving the Award The Jazz Troupe received Team Pom placed second. ored with plaques for Out- Khuong Nguyen, Julie Nguy- res, Andrea Thu Tran, Hieu The social offi cers won of Excellence for being second place, as did the hip On top of that, the Team standing Choreography and en, Kevin Path Nguyen, Lisa Vo Tran, Jenny Thi Tran, second place in all social named the highest scoring hop ensemble in their re- Novelty – to the soundtrack Outstanding Presentation. Nguyen, Taylor Han Nguyen Lauren Tuy Thao Vo Tran, and Augustine Anamelechi Sofi a Magdalena Trevino and Oguamanam. Jeffrey James Tyer. Brandon McKay Patter- Veronica Tzintzun, Chloe son, Gage Dangelo Chilon Vivian Valdez, Renato Timo- Peete Meyers, Austin J. Tay- teo Valdez, Angelica Faith lor Perkins, Amalia Paulette Vasquez, Ricardo Rafael Perla, Caxton Santos Petri, Vazquez, Valerie Thanh Thy The Clear Brook debate team attended its annual Hoaiphuong Tran Pham, Vo, Oasis Davina Wilson, National Forensics District Tournament March Linh Phuong Pham, Nhi Emily E. Wolfe, Jonathan Av- 3-5 and came away a winner again this competi- Thuc Pham, Alan Quy Phan, ery Woodall, Timothy Aidan Roberto Simon Pineda and Wright, Shelby Yocum and tive year. This district meet qualifi es directly to Kayla Renee Posey. Angelica Rosario Zuniga. the national tournament where, this year, Brook will be represented by the team of Nathan Tam- burello (left) and Dinusha Wijesinghe in Duo In- SSouthouth BBeltelt GraphicsGraphics & PrintingPrinting terpretation. Photo submitted IIt'st's ttimeime toto orderorder GGraduationraduation Invitations!Invitations! PISD Wellness AActct nownow aandnd beatbeat thethe rush!rush! Center opens . . . CCallall FForor IInformationnformation Continued from Page 1A range of primary care servic- Pasadena ISD employees es, including physical exams, and their dependents who are X-rays, immunizations and The J. Frank Dobie Lariaettes are shown with awards they won Perez, Tearra Small, Angie Guevara, Sandra Gonzalez, (third on Plan 1 or Plan 2 coverage the treatment of acute and/or 2281-484-433781-484-4337 at the Champion Dance Competition held recently in Cypress. row) Tori Gomez, Layla Brown, Kaila Hernandez, Ashley Ro- are free. All other employees chronic illnesses. Pictured are, left to right, (front row) Feliss Goree, Cassandra driguez, Dalila Galindo, Monique Lewis, Cindy Guzman, Sa- will be charged $50 per visit The center will eventually Velasquez, Party Girl Caitlin Woods, Vice President Asia Allen, mantha Green, Taylor Sias, Denise Ma, Anna-Queen Onokwu, plus the cost of any tests that offer free prescriptions for Lt. Alyssa Loredo, Lt. Elise Harper, Capt. Jon’tay Warner, Col. Karena Duran, Kayla Smith, Jasmine Walker, Rachel Moore, may be required. many generic drugs. This ser- GGrandrand Aimee Cessna, Maj. Alaina Burns, President Katlyn Hoggard, (back row) Maritza Perez, Lorin Mata, Demi Ayala, Annisia The clinic is not available vice will be available only to Spirit Leader Bri Harper, (second row) Jasmyn Johnson, Blan- Bell, Phyleesha Daigle, Kameko Bryant, Amanda Palacios, for the dependents of employ- employees with district health ca Garza, Shante McGill, Breyonna Milton, Thu Nyguen, Bhri- Princess Tabarez and Paige Cavazos. ees who are not on district insurance. OOpeningpening anna Fair, Cecilia Uribe, Deseray Figueroa, Lt. Col. Aracely Photo submitted medical insurance. The district is in the pro- All patients with Pasadena cess of obtaining a license to Great Hands Massage ISD medical insurance must dispense medicine. For now, Body Massage · One Hour $40 bring proof of that insurance. patients who are prescribed Foot Massage · One Hour $20 A system to identify covered medicine can get those pre- 10904 Scarsdale Blvd. · Houston, TX 77089 Beverly Hills names fourth 6-weeks rolls employees is still being scriptions filled at local phar- developed. macies. 2281-464-910381-464-9103 Beverly Hills Intermedi- zalez, Vincent Michael Guti- Ameriko Perez, Jack Pham, ardo Berumen, Victoria Alex- galls, Mark Anthony Iraheta, Dr. Jamie Hurtado has The district is also work- ate School recently released errez and Lada Heng. Vy Hong Phan, Dejanise is Blackmon, Quinton Joshua Caleb Ray Irving, Vontonio been named managing physi- ing to get the center approved WE ARE HIRING! its honor rolls for the fourth Ariana Lenae Henry, Ka- Tyvea Pradia, Vivian Arlen Bolling, Carlos E. Borri, Ki- Rico Jones, Anthony Duane cian for the center. Hurtado is by other health insurance six-weeks grading period. trina Elisabeth Herazo, Erika Prado, Austin James Pritchett, yah Simone Brooks, Made- Keller and Alex Sam Kwok. board certified in family companies. Once approved, Students earning status are: Lisett Hernandez, Samantha Roberto Quezada, Dereck Jay line Nichole Buchman, Gen- Henry Mingvuong Le, medicine with the American employees with other health Honor roll Shantel Hernandez, Victor Rivera, Marcus Anthony Rull ovy Lisette Cabrera, Gilberto Angelica Antonia Lee, May- Academy of Family Physi- insurance may visit the cen- Seventh grade Hinojosa, David Vinh Ho, and Lorissa Victoria Saiz. Hernan Campa, Juan Carlos belt G. Lopez, Nicollette cians. His professional mem- ter as long as they meet their CCelebrateelebrate RecoveryRecovery Maite Albarran, Maria Hainhu Ho, An Ke Hung Ernesto Salas, Ashley Ni- Carranza, Alyssa Castillo and Marguerite Lopez, Jordan berships include the Harris deductible. Ignacia Alvarez, Gennevive Huynh, Erin Justin Jalomo, cole Salinas, Victoria Guada- Christina Marie Castillo. Jacob Luna, Linda Ly, Isaiah County Medical Society and Last September, the begins April 3rd at 5:30 p.m. Uzoamaka Anagbogu, Edgar Johnny Ray Jalomo, Alexis lupe Sanchez, Naseem Mah- Flavio Gabriel Castillo, Benjamin Manzanales, An- the Texas Medical Associa- Pasadena Independent School If you have alcohol/chemical addictions, Arzate, Lidia Avitia, Uvia Celeste Jimenez and Tareen rokh Shafaei, Roberto Solis, Andrew Chaidez, Karina Eve- dres Eduardo Marin, Deanna tion. Hurtado is experienced District Board of Trustees relationship issues, sexual issues, marital Azar, Keauhna Jhonea Bailey, Jahan Kazi. Isabella Yasmin Tamayo, lyn Chaidez, Anthony Chapa, Gabrielle Martinez, Davion in primary care, internal approved a contract with First Brandon Alexander Baker, Giselle Emelissa Landa, Ikea Marie Taylor, Catherine Jessica Lissette Cortez, Erick Cordellstephon Matthews and medicine and intensive care. On-Site to establish the cen- struggles or past hurts, come join us. Jocelyn Briana Banda, Adam Jenny Thu Le, Phuong-Thy Thanh Thai, Jesus M Tijeri- Daza Aguilar, John Matthew Jose Agron Matus. “We are dedicated to ter. The district is providing We are all recovering from something. Quinton Boswell, Jessica Mai Le, Quynh Nguyen Hai na, Diana Nicole Torres and Delarosa, Andres Delgado, Bryan Osric Maxey, Jor- patient care, and we want to $750,000 in initial funding Yvette Bustamante and Ta- Le, Tommy Le, Denis Euse- Daniel Hoai-Nam Tran. Damian Eliazar Depaz, Jason dan Kendall McBride, Juan provide the Pasadena ISD for the center with the expec- Tuesday nights Special Needs prayers 7 p.m. kira Nailah Butler. bio Lopez, Albert Luu, Oscar Heidi Dung Tran, Ashley Alec Diaz, Julianne Ngo Do, Luis Melesio, Victoria Yami- family with the best treat- tation that those costs will be Andrea Montserrat Cahue, Maldonado, Crishly Veronica Delcarmen Veratudela, Re- Christen Grace Dryden and leth Mendoza, Madison Tay- ment available,” Dr. Hurtado recovered in the form of 9900 Almeda Genoa • Houston Alan Steve Campos, Michelle Marcos, Alejandro Andres becca Kim Anh Vu, Van Vu, Michael Anthony Duron. lor Moreno, Chayse Martin said. lower health care costs to the Huyen Cao, Valentin Capulin, Marron, Melany Joanna Men- Logan Oneal Walker, Geor- Gabriela Elizarraraz, Ma- Morris, Destiny Aliya Muniz, The center will offer a full district. Ashley Marie Castillo, Maca- jivar, Rana Osama Mohamad gette Vanelle Nzouatchoua riah Sierra Escobar, Ian Serna Gilbert Michael Nassif, Be- Life’s Little Blessings Daycare lyn Marie Castro-Cardenas, and Armando Montelongo. Wandji, Oscar Zachary Zarate Escobedo, Estefani Elyzabeth tram Truong Nguyen, Dan 7713-910-080013-910-0800 Angelica Cervantes, Ossiel Diana Thanh Nguyen, and Toni Alexis Zatarain. Estrada, Alan Flores, Valen- Quang Nguyen and Dan Thi Chavez, Michael Jonathan Mi Hieu Nguyen, Phuong Eighth grade tin Calvillo Galarza, Michael Minh Nguyen. SJC concerts set Chavira, Kristy J. Christmas, Hong Thi Nguyen, Vicky Gerardo Acevedo, Abrah- Aaron Garcia, Mikaila Trena Elissa Huong Nguyen, The San Jacinto College adjudicators from Texas uni- Antonio Julian Cuellar and Al- My Nguyen, Thanh Van an Alanis, Karina Selene An- Gary, Kenia Mabel Garza, Hung Thai Nguyen, Michelle Central music department versities. exandra Rocio De Alejandro. Nguyenvo, Iyesogie Stepha- guiano, Shikeem Bryant An- Jay Edward Gish, Vincent Al- Huyen Nguyen, Ngoc Mai will host several concerts “Those who attend can Angelica Cuaping Deje- nie Ogbonmwan, Jacqueline thony, Noemi Armenta, Oscar bert Gonzales, Isaias Gonza- Nguyen, Nhubinh Liza Nguy- during March that will show- enjoy a full day of talented sus, Joshuah Arthur Dobbs, Vanessa Orta, Alondra Ortiz, Arredondo, Alondra Arriaga, lez and Maricruz Gonzalez. en, Tina Hoai Nguyen, Zaed case student and faculty musicians led by quality jazz Daniel Escobedo, Raheem Cesar Austin Ortiz, Alexis Kristal Paloma Ayala, Janai Adolfo Javier Gracia, Ti- Dac Nguyen, Andrea Nicara- musicians. All concerts are instructors,” commented SJC Shaquil Florence, Daisy Gua- Padilla, Amy Hasmukh Patel Nicholle Baerga, Taylor Ni- anna Jalisa Hawthorne, Vale- gua, Gerardo Angel Nunez, free and open to the public music instructor Jeffrey dalupe Fuentes, Yohana Gal- and Michael Leroy Peavy. cole Bainter, Alfredo Banda, ria Michelle Hernandez Tave- Malyn Lassette Nunez, Jac- and will be staged at the Dr. Adams. “Groups will per- van, Jonatan Fermin Garcia, Yessika Lizeth Pena, Jen- Jose Carlos Benavides San- ra, Briah Nyjhai Hightower, lyn Oden-Peace and Merce- Monte Blue Music Building, form several different styles Ivonne Monsterrat Gauna nifer Stephanie Penate, An- chez and Abigail Benavides. Kerry Ellis Hubbard, Ryan dys Nikole Olguin. located at 8060 Spencer of jazz, such as Swing, Montalvo, Sandra Luz Gon- drea Gisel Perez, Gabriel Gabriela Benavides, Edu- Duc Huynh, Austin John In- Adrianna Nicole Ontive- Highway in Pasadena. Straight Ahead, Standards, ros, Shiv Nirmal Patel, Ar- Concerts scheduled for Latin, Funk, Rock, etc. No thur Estrada Pedraza, Jocelyn March include: jazz enthusiast should miss Pena, Amy Pham, Triet Minh • Friday, March 11 – this show.” Pham, Uyen Nhat Nguyen Class piano specialist Dr. A highlight will be a jazz Pham, Kieu Kathy Phan, Mario Ajero will be the guest improvisation clinic present- Ronaldo Jesse Pineda, Wal- instructor for Passing the ed by pianist-composer Dan ter Levi Pinedas, Monica Piano Proficiency, an event Haerle from the University of Rashaad Ploucha and Chris- that will include a faculty North Texas. topher Daniel Powell. seminar and an open forum • Monday, March 28, 7 Juan Miguel Reyes, Alex- for piano students. p.m. – A string recital concert ander James Reyna, Eduardo Ajero is assistant profes- will showcase music from the Damian Rivera, Sidaria Nate sor of piano pedagogy at violin family of instruments Robertson, Athena Skye Rob- Stephen F. Austin State Uni- and will feature SJC faculty BBurgerurger KingKing les, Alexis Renea Rodriguez, versity, where he also coordi- members and guest artists. Andres Alejandro Rodriguez, nates the class piano pro- Selections will include the Carlos Ivan Rodriguez, Erick gram. The open forum for piano quartet op. 47 by Rodriguez and John Christian piano students will be held Robert Schumann and the Rodriguez. from 2:30 to 5 p.m. piano quartet op. 60 by Alexis Romero, Erica Wednesday, March 23, 7 Johannes Brahms. Mary Romero, Franklin Ivan p.m. – A woodwind ensemble • Wednesday, March 30, Roque, Henry Giovanni concert featuring flutes, oboe, 7 p.m. – A string concert will IISS BBACK!ACK! Roque, Angela Grace Geopa- clarinets and saxophone will feature the music depart- no Rosales, Stephanie Johana perform chamber music. ment’s orchestra performing Rosales, Angel Rosas, Regi- Selections will range from Symphony No. 16 and No. 22 nald Tyson Salinas, Keiry British folk music to light, by F.J. Haydn, and the first Soraya Sanchez and Lauren serious music and will con- movement of the Stamitz Patricia Sanchez. clude with Sousa’s Stars and Viola Concerto. Ariana Jackelin Solis, Stripes Forever. The principal violist will DDroprop bbyy oourur bbrandrand Stella Ngonda Somdah, Jac- • Thursday, March 24, 7 be student musician Ruthanne queline Esmeralda Soria, p.m. – A jazz concert will Price, who recently earned a Tony Tieu, Liliana Ruby feature two groups, the jazz scholarship to attend the Torres, Nikki Tinhdan Tran, combo and the jazz ensem- Berklee College of Music in Theresa Tran, Triny Ynhi ble. Student musicians will Boston. nnewew restaurantrestaurant atat Tran, Karla Melissa Turcios, perform traditional and stan- • Thursday, March 31, 7 Samuel Moises Valdez, Ru- dard jazz tunes, including p.m. – a brass recital will ben Kalani Vargas and April selections that allow for con- feature student soloists on Brittany Vasquez. siderable improvisation. trumpet, trombone, tuba, and 1109910991 SScarsdalecarsdale Blvd.Blvd. Cristian Vega, Rosa Alicia • Saturday, March 26, 8 French horn. Performers are Velazquez, Kaylan Araceli a.m. to 7 p.m. – the Gulf members of the studios of Velez, Princess O. Villan- Coast Intercollegiate Confer- faculty members Marston ueva, Isabella Adriana Vil- ence Jazz Festival will fea- and Darryl Bayer. larreal, Jacquelyn Simone ture area community college The program will include aandnd helphelp usus ccelebrate!elebrate! Villarreal, Khanh Quoc Vu, jazz ensembles, combos and selections by Neruda, Sulek, Jonathon Lee Webb, Alyxus soloists. 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Coleman in the indoor 55 meters door 200-meters (25.98). The Pasadena Independent School District is slated to Coleman is boosting her begin its Scoop It Up Quick Start youth tennis program legacy as a member of the Rising Stars extend track sign up across the area. Students attending the second through Central College women’s sixth grades are eligible to take part in the program. track and fi eld team in The Rising Stars youth track and fi eld club extend- The program is designed to help get the district’s young Iowa. ed registration through the end of March. During the students involved in the game of tennis at an early age. Coleman anchored the team’s practice sessions each Friday, Saturday and Sun- Students may pick up an entry form from their physical Central College women’s day, team offi cials will also accept registration. Those education instructor at school. Cost of the program is $25, 4x400-meter relay squad registration and practice times will include: each Friday which includes a racket, T-shirt and water bottle along that earned an NCAA Divi- from 4:30 p.m. until dark, Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., with the lessons. Student pick-up packet date is Saturday, sion III national berth after and each Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. For more information April 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Phillips Field House putting up a time of 3 min- about the Rising Stars’ program, contact head coach Ivo- in Pasadena. The lesson dates include April 3, April 10, utes, 50.45 seconds. ry Kimble at 832-561-1248, assistant coach Erica Davis April 17 and May 1. Each of the lessons will run from 1 Seniors Jill Ziskowsky at 832-830-5029 or assistant coach Donald Walker at to 2:15 p.m. and Emily Teas were joined 832-283-7945. Those interested in other team informa- by sophomores Rachel tion may also visit the team website at www.sportata. Atkinson’s Health/Fitness Fair com/risingstars. Purdy and Coleman in set- Felicia Coleman The Atkinson Elementary physical education depart- ment will host its third annual health and fi tness fair Tues- day, March 29, from 5 to 7 p.m. All Atkinson students and their families are invited to participate in the festivities. Cougars 8-under unbeaten at South Houston Some of the activities scheduled include jump roping, cup stacking, jogging, dance, dance revolution and much more. Inside the school, various vendor booths will include products and services from the health and fi tness fi eld.

Sports Calendar The South Belt 10-under Outlaws softball team has put together a terrifi c start to the season, fi rst taking top honors at the Deepwater Girls Softball Associa- SOCCER tion’s Rookie Tournament and then winning the TSE ’98 and ’99 Classic at El Friday, March 11 Franco Lee Park. Members of the team are, left to right, (front row) Josclyn Brook varsity girls at Clear Lake, 7:00 Morgan-Cross, Angelina Ortega-Iddings, Zada Saenz, (second row) Emily Or- nelas, Michyla Saenz, Deana Zuniga, Alyssa Jaramillo, Mikaela Garcia, Victoria Brook varsity boys host Clear Lake, 7:00 Palos, (third row) Cassidy Groaning, Casey Groaning, Brianna Gilreath, coach Brook JV girls at Clear Lake, 5:00 Debra Martinez, coach Devan Iddings, (back row) coach Ravi Saenz. Brook JV boys at Clear Lake, 5:00

Saturday, March 12 Dobie varsity boys vs. S. Houston, Newcomb, 10 a.m. Lady Bears, Landa win CC meet Dobie varsity girls vs. South Houston, Newcomb, noon Taking fi rst place for the Sanchez (79th at 16:25.54), The Lady Bears also Dobie JV girls vs. South Houston, Auxiliary, noon second straight week, the Samantha Hernandez (98th got several other great ef- Dobie JV boys Orange vs. S. Houston, Auxiliary, 10 a.m. Beverly Hills Intermediate at 17:00.96) and Georgette forts. Erica Romero’s time Dobie JV boys White at Pasadena, campus, 10 a.m. seventh-grade girls’ cross Wangi (121st at 18:47.37). of 13:24 was good enough country team is on a roll. Thompson 7s are fi fth for fourth place, and Jaclyn Tuesday, March 15 The Pasadena Indepen- Summer Nasir paced Oden-Peace was 12th in a Brook varsity girls host Pearland, 7:00 dent School District’s fi nal the Lady Lions’ effort, tak- time of 13:54. Brook varsity boys at Pearland, 7:00 regular-season meet was ing third place overall in a Deanna Martinez was Brook JV girls host Pearland, 5:00 The South Belt Lady Cougars 8-under team went Garcia, Josee Rivas, Chloe Flores, Sirena Rodriguez, held March 9 after press time of 13:21.73. Overall, in the 14th slot after a time Brook JV boy sat Pearland, 5:00 undefeated at the Rookie Tournament hosted by the head coach Paul Mauro, (back row) assistant coaches time. Thompson’s scorers helped of 13:56, and Mercedys Deepwater Girls Softball Association. Members of Charlie Salazar and James Flores. Not pictured are Through the fi rst three the team to a fi fth-place fi n- Olguin was 29th in a time Thursday, March 17 the team are, left to right, (front row) Karisa Her- player Jasmine Hickman and assistant coaches Rene meets, the Lady Bears, ish. of 14:25 to round out the Dobie JV (B) girls at Clear Falls, 4:00 nandez, Emily Mauro, Mickey Reyes, Karina Palos, Hernandez and Nick Garcia. along with two-time overall At 13:55.62, Ashley teams’s scoring. Abby Duron, (second row) Celeste Salazar, Ashley champion Giselle Landa, Perez placed ninth for the Mikaila Gary (30th at Monday, March 21 had turned some heads. Lady Lions, and Esmerelda 14:26), Alondra Arriaga Dobie JV (B) boys at Sam Rayburn, 4:00 BHI 7 girls win again Ibarra was 16th in a time of (32nd at 14:43), Jacquelyn Landa won the individual 14:18.06. Villarreal (33rd at 14:44), Dream Team 9-10s win basketball title title for the second straight The Lady Lions’ other Kianna Zermeno (35th at Tuesday, March 22 meet, completing the two- scorers were Briana Marti- 14:50), Tina Nguyen (41st Brook varsity girls at Dickinson, 7:00 mile course in a time of 12 nez, who was 26th in a time at 15:01), Maybelt Lopez Dobie varsity girls at Deer Park, Abshire, 7:00 minutes, 22.71 seconds to of 14:38.06, and Lorena (67th at 16:02) and Wendy Brook varsity boys host Dickinson, 7:00 help lift the Lady Bears to Torres, who was 59th at Vargas (69th at 16:05) also Brook JV girls at Dickinson, 5:00 the team crown. 16:00.92. ran well for Beverly Hills in Brook JV boys at Dickinson, 5:00 Landa’s effort was clearly Thompson’s other com- the meet. Dobie JV girls at Deer Park, Abshire, 5:00 superb, but she wasn’t alone petitiors included Hannah 6th for Lions’ 8s as Beverly Hills placed each Brady (65th at 16:02.79), The Thompson eighth- SOFTBALL of its top fi ve scorers within Tea’Ajuha Jackson (69th grade team took sixth place Friday, March 11 the top 20 spots. at 16:05.07), Alyssa So- in the fi nal team standings San Jacinto hosts Blinn (2), 4:00/6:00 Andrea Perez was sixth lis (75th at 16:18.17), Sa- as Valerie Colunga (13:47) Dobie varsity at La Porte, 6:30 overall for Beverly Hills in mantha Schwartz (78th at and Emily Wolfe (13:48) Brook varsity at Dickinson, 6:30 a time of 13:39.92, and Nei- 16:23.61), Kallie Hart (80th were the ninth- and 10th- Brook JV at Dickinson, 5:00 da Soto crossed the fi nish at 16:25.78), Kellie Tyler place fi nishers. Dobie JV at La Porte, 5:00 line in a time of 14:14.32 (85th at 16:33.55), Nicole Celeste Briones was 34th for 14th place. Cypert (91st at 16:47.57), in a time of 14:46, Raquel Francelli Monreal was Marissa Longoria (94th Delgadillo was 56th at Saturday, March 12 15th at 14:17.80, and Mela- at 16:55.26) and Sydney 15:29, and Ashley McDon- San Jacinto at Galveston (2), noon/2:00 ny Menjivar placed 20th Sweet (106th at 17:28.03). ald was 57th at 15:34 to with a time of 14:19.78. Lady Bears 8s are 2nd complete Thompsons’ scor- Monday, March 14 The Lady Bears’ other Trying to keep pace with ers. San Jacinto at Chipola, Fla, (2), 4:00/6:00 fi nishers included Isabella the seventh-grade champi- The Lady Lions’ other Tamayo (31st at 14:46.18), ons, Beverly Hills’ eighth- runners included A’yuana Tuesday, March 15 Uvia Azar (41st at grade girls’ team placed Braddford (64th at 15:50), Brook varsity at Dickinson, 6:30 15:19.43), Lidia Avitia (56th second to Park View. Taylor Nguyen (81st at Brook JV at Dickinson, 5:00 at 15:56.07), Lada Heng The big contributor was 16:33), Cybelle Cerda (87th (57th at 15:57.27), Cathe- Mariah Escobar, who post- at 16:46), Maria Mejia-Or- Wednesday, March 16 rine Thai (61st at 16:01.35), ed a time of 12:54 to win tiz (99th at 17:35), Michelle San Jacinto at Southeast, Fla, (2), 2:00/4:00 Vanessa Nicaragua (62nd the overall championship SanMiguel (101st at 18:19) The South Belt Dream Team won the 9-10 year-old ana Otero, Karyn Williams, De’Janee Dykes, Jocelyn at 16:01.61), Yessika Pena by a mere second over Yuli- and Alissa Gonzales (102nd Thursday, March 17 City of Pasadena youth girls’ basketball champion- Thompson, Yelena Cleckley, Yvonne Whaley, (back (70th at 16:06.30), Victoria ana Suarez of Park View. at 18:45). San Jacinto at Gulf Coast, Fla., (2), 2:00/4:00 ship with a 19-18 victory over the Monarchs in the row) coach Esmeralda Whaley, I’yana Medlock, title match. Overall, the Dream Team won seven of Brieza Guerrero, Taylor Pleasants,Tylar Dortch, Villalta wins boys’ championship; BASEBALL eight games to take top honors in the division. Mem- Alexis Oses, Precious Oguamanam and coach Mi- Thursday, March 10 bers of the team are, left to right, (front row) Mari- lady Pleasants. Dobie varsity at Round Rock tourney, see Page 6B BHI 7s are second at x-country Brook varsity vs. Cy-Springs, at Westfi eld, 4:00 Brook varsity vs. Houston Christian, at Westfi eld, 7:00 Lakers’ 7-8 hoops nets Pasadena championship With the Pasadena Inde- up seventh in the fi nal team Nevarez (57th at 12:43), Dobie JV at Pasadena ISD tourn., TBA pendent School District’s standings. Jorrell Campos (59th at Brook JV at Conroe ISD tourn., TBA The South Belt Lakers strong defensive effort in the quarter. Sanchez had six points, intermediate cross country Thompson ran to the fi n- 12:44.64), Nixon Melgar Brook sophomores at Clear Creek ISD tourn., TBA 7-8-year-old basketball second quarter, grabbing a Down the stretch, the Robert Ernest scored four schedule about to wrap up, ish line in a time of 11:27 (62nd at 12:47), Zach Blue team was crowned the 10-6 lead at halftime. Lakers combined terrifi c points, and Cleckley had the boys’ teams at Beverly for fourth place, and Sosa’s (71st at 13:02), Jeff Tyler Friday, March 11 City of Pasadena cham- In the third period, the play by Marquise Scott and three points. Hills and Thompson are time of 11:57 was 13th (73rd at 13:05), Alex Marti- nez (76th at 13:11) and Au- Dobie varsity at Round Rock tourney, see Page 6B pions after defeating the Mustangs came out hot tough rebounding by Marco Defensively De’Mauri rounding into form. overall. Beverly Hills Intermedi- Tyler Goron was next gustine Oguananom (90th Brook varsity at Westfi eld, 1:00 Pasadena Mustangs 24-20 until the Lakers’ Christian Sanchez to eventually take McDaniel, Dwayne Jones, ate seventh-grade student for the Lions as his time of at 13:36.3) also ran very Dobie JV at Pasadena ISD tourn., TBA in the league title game. Cleckley countered with a a four-point win over the Jayden Forges, Tayvion The Lakers started fast 3-pointer from the wing. Mustangs. Taylor, Stacy LaGrone, Josue Villalta reached his 12:37 was 32nd, and Joshua well for Thompson. Brook JV at Conroe ISD tourn., TBA goal of winning a meet, tak- Dishongh was 49th after BHI 8s place sixth Brook sophomores at Clear Creek ISD tourn., TBA as they went up 8-0 in the The big shot by Cleckley Leading the scoring for Kobe Ruiz and Miguel fi rst period. helped the Lakers lead 20- the Lakers was Scott with Smiley came through with ing fi rst place in the two- putting up a time of 13:04. The Bears’ eighth-grade They continued their 14 heading into the fi nal 11 points. a great effort in the win. mile event at 10 minutes, 56 The Lions’ other scorer team took the sixth team Saturday, March 12 seconds. was Javier Guerra, who was spot in the third meet of the Dobie varsity at Round Rock tourney, see Page 6B Fourth overall at the 58th with his posted time of season. Brook varsity at Spring ISD tourn., TBA previous event, Villalta this 13:19. Rodolfo Jimenez was Dobie JV at Pasadena ISD tourn., TBA time eased past two-time The Lions’ other compet- 13th in a time of 11:45 to Brook JV at Conroe ISD tourn., TBA winner Ricardo Mexicano itors included Jacob Reyes lead the way for the Bears. Brook sophomores at Clear Creek ISD tourn., TBA of Southmore. (70th at 13:33), Adam Fabian Osorio (25th at BHI 7s take second Vasquez (73rd at 13:40), 12:04), Nixon Urrutia (26th Monday, March 14 Led by Villalta and other Juan Perez (75th at 13:48), at 12:07.12), Salvador Pa- Brook JV at Alvin, 7:00 top-10 fi nishers Johnny Isaiah Brooks (77th at dilla (31st at 12:11) and Brook sophomores at Alvin, 4:30 Gallardo and Edwin Luna, 13:50), Dariun Thorn (93rd Nick Reicheldelfer (42nd at the Bears’ seventh-grade at 14:13), Darius Hypolite 12:24.42) were the Bears’ other scorers. Tuesday, March 15 team was second in the fi nal (98th at 14:33), Jacob De- team standings. San Jacinto LaGarza (103rd at 14:53), The Beverly Hills group Dobie varsity at Memorial, noon was the winner. Orlando Logan (108th at also got a fi ne effort from Brook varsity hosts Alvin, 7:00 Gallardo’s time of 11:44 15:30), David Mendiola- Brandon Carrington (64th Dobie JV hosts Memorial, Dobie, noon was eighth-best, and Luna Garcia (114th at 16:03), at 12:54), Jason Reyes Dobie sophomores vs. Memorial, PISD complex, 4:30 was at 11:52 for 10th place. Ahmad Abusaif (120th at (79th at 13:13), Alvaro San- The Bears’ other scorers 16:23) and Sam Hart (129th chez (84th at 13:21), Joseph Thursday, March 17 included Justin Rodriguez, at 16:29). Gutierrez (92nd at 13:37.2), Dobie varsity vs. Sam Rayburn, Maguire, noon who claimed the 20th posi- Thompson 8s are fourth Abel Sepulveda (102nd at Brook varsity at Clear Creek, 7:00 tion with a time of 12:11, The Lions’ eighth-grade 14:02) and Jeremy Reyna Dobie JV vs. Rayburn, PISD complex, 2:30 and Juwan Bracy was 25th team placed fourth in the (113th at 16:00). Dobie sophomores vs. Rayburn, PISD complex, noon at 12:17. team standings as Robert Several other Beverly Saenz paved the way with PISD’s fi nal Friday, March 18 Hills competitors also ran an 11-place fi nish at 11:42. Brook JV hosts Clear Creek, 7:00 well at the meet, including Jacob Cardenas was CC meet set Brook sophomores host Clear Creek, 4:30 D’Vaughn Pennamon (30th 24th in a time of 12:03, and at 12:26), Walter Marti- teammate Julian Coronado The Pasadena Indepen- Saturday, March 19 nez (34th at 12:34), Dan- ran 27th at 12:08.24. dent School District’s fi nal cross country meet of the Brook varsity at Clear Springs, 1:00 iel Harder (47th at 13:02), Thompson’s other scor- Daniel Escobedo (54th at ers included Ty Lozano, season was held Wednes- Brook JV hosts Clear Springs, 2:00 13:09) and Kevin Brown who was 32nd in a time of day, March. 9, after press Brook sophomores host Clear Springs, 11 a.m. The South Belt Lakers’ 7-8-year-old basketball team row) Christian Cleckley, Marco Sanchez, Marquise (111th at 15:41). 12:14, and George Molina time. won the City of Pasadena championship with a win Scott, Robert Ernest, Miguel Smiley, De’Mauri Mc- Lions’ 7s are seventh (33rd at 12:15). The results from that Monday, March 21 in the title game. Members of the team are, left to Daniel, (back row) coaches Amber Estrada and Jose Tyson Thompson and Jordan Jimenez (41st at meet will appear in the Dobie varsity vs. South Houston, Maguire, 6:00 right, (front row) Jayden Forges, Dwayne Jones, Estrada. Christian Sosa cracked the 12:22), Carlos Martinez March 17 Leader, as will Dobie JV vs. Rayburn, PISD complex, 7:00 Kobe Ruiz, Tayvion Taylor, Stacy LaGrone, (middle top 13 for the Lions’ sev- (46th at 12:29), Kyler Scott details regarding the start of Dobie sophomores vs. S. Houston, PISD complex, 4:30 enth-grade team that wound (55th at 12:41.92), Jimmy the track and fi eld season. Thursday, March 10, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Several Wolverines’ varsity basketball players earn District 24-5A honors Clear Brook junior for- Player of the Year, and playoff seed after a tie- trict, many teams earned nior forward Alex Petti- was an honorable mention well as Mullins. Clear Lake, which be a senior. The Falcons also ward Fred Richardson was Clear Springs sophomore breaker system was used. plenty of recognition during grew and junior guard Chris pick. Looking ahead, the Clear Springs has gradu- sneaked into the playoffs had current juniors Colton one of a select group of var- Jeff Beverly was the New- Meanwhile, Clear Lake the all-district pics process. Campbell berths on the fi rst Wolverines might be con- ated plenty of talent over this season with a win over Krenek (second team) and sity boys’ basketball players comer of the Year. engaged Clear Brook in a Brazoswood, Clear team. sidered a preseason favorite the past two seasons, but the Brook, will also have a Alden Miles (honorable to garner postseason awards Clear Springs’ Chris one-game playoff to decide Brook, Clear Lake and The Wolverines’ second for next season along with Chargers will have Beverly couple of key players back mention) selected. following the 2010-2011 Johnson and Chris Romine the fourth seed, with Clear Clear Springs each had two team selection was three- Springs and Lake. back in the mix along with such as fi rst team picks Par- Clear Creek and Brazos- season. of Clear Creek, who guided Lake advancing. players named to the fi rst year varsity member Spen- Brook will return its top honorable mention selec- is Clayton and Rob Lewis. wood, meanwhile, will be The league’s coaches their respective teams to the With so much depth from team. cer Bowman, and sopho- two leading scorers in Rich- tion Parker Callendar, also a Clayton, a two-year starter, hit hard by the 2011 gradu- gathered following the top of the 24-5A standings, a team standpoint in the dis- The Wolverines got se- more guard Chase Mullins ardson and Campbell, as sophomore. will be a junior. Lewis will ation process. completion of the playoffs were named Co-Coaches to make their selections. of the Year along with Will Richardson, a third-year Flemons of Brazoswood. varsity performer, was Springs and Creek were named the district’s Offen- the clear-cut No. 1 and No. sive Most Valuable Player. 2 teams in the district all Tre Webb, who led the season, but the rest of the Clear Creek Wildcats to race was a four-way battle a 12-0 start before a late- for the fi nal two playoff season fade, was named the berths. 24-5A Player of the Year. Brazoswood, Clear Lake Brazoswood senior Col- and Clear Brook all fi nished man Flemons was honored at 8-6 in the standings. The as the 24-5A Defensive Bucs advanced as the third All-District 24-5A Picks Varsity Boys’ Basketball Player of the Year Tre Webb, Clear Creek, Sr. Offensive Most Valuable Fred Richardson, Clear Brook, Jr. Defensive Most Valuable Colman Flemons, Brazoswood, Jr. Newcomer of the Year Jeff Beverly, Clear Springs, Soph. Co-Coaches of the Year Will Flemons, Brazoswood Chris Johnson, Clear Springs Chris Romine, Clear Creek First Team Members Kinney Mouton, Brazoswood, Sr. Clear Brook varsity boys’ basketball standout Fred Richardson (30) picked up a big District Junior Chris Campbell (left), shown guarding Brazoswood’s Cody Bryant during a 24-5A game, was Hayden Monical, Brazoswood, Sr. 24-5A honor as he was named the league’s Offensive Most Valuable Player after leading the one of two Clear Brook players named to the 24-5A varsity boys’ basketball fi rst team. Campbell Wolverines in scoring this season. The best thing? Richardson, a three-year letterman, will wound up as the team’s second-leading scorer. Bryant, meanwhile, was named to the second team after Chris Campbell, Clear Brook, Jr. return next season. helping the Bucs to the playoffs. Alex Pettigrew, Clear Brook, Sr. Dustin Hobaugh, Clear Creek, Sr. San Jac men’s hoops Paris Clayton, Clear Lake, Soph. drop regional finale Rob Lewis, Clear Lake, Jr. The San Jacinto College points in the game as the men’s basketball team suf- tournament’s No. 7 seed Trevon Randle, Clear Springs, Sr. fered a heartbreaking loss, won four games to advance Teris Bourgeious, Clear Springs, Sr. 72-67, to Lamar State-Port to nationals. Arthur in the 2011 Region The win earns the Sea- Harley Nussman, Pearland, Sr. XIV Basketball Tournament hawks a berth in the Na- fi nal at the Patriot Center on tional Junior College Ath- the campus of the Univer- letic Association national Second Team Members sity of Texas at Tyler. tournament March 15-19 in The tournament’s top- Hutchinson, Kan. Jose Sordia, Alvin, Sr. seed after fi nishing regional San Jac fi nished the sea- Cody Bryant, Brazoswood, Sr. play at 16-3, San Jacinto led son with a 29-4 overall re- the Seahawks by 11 points cord. Kenny Antoine, Dickinson, Sr. at the half, 39-28, but La- For head coach Scott mar State-Port Arthur came Gernander, the 29 wins this Spencer Bowman, Clear Brook, Sr. out strong in the second 20 season gives the veteran minutes. coach a 640-158 career re- Ian Hill, Clear Creek, Sr. The Seahawks tied the cord in 24 years at the helm game at 54-54 with just of the San Jac men’s basket- Devin Caskey, Clear Creek, Sr. over seven minutes to play, ball program. and then went on an 18-13 Gernander is the win- Colton Krenek, Clear Lake, Jr. run to close out the win. ningest coach in the pro- San Jacinto College gram’s basketball history. Sam Richardson, Clear Springs, Sr. sophomore Marsell Holden San Jacinto drew a fi rst- scored 21 points to lead San round bye in the tournament Shakir Williams, Clear Springs, Sr. Jac, connecting on 6 of 18 and then won quarterfi nal from the fi eld. Holden fi n- and semifi nal games to ad- Esiri Omerhi, Pearland, Sr. ished his career with more vance to within one win of than 1,050 points scored in nationals. Honorable Mention his career. In the semifi nals against Teammate Flavien Davis Paris, Daryell Taylor paced Chase Mullins, Clear Brook, Soph. was the only other San Ja- San Jacinto with 19 points cinto player to score double as the team cruised past Kendrick Whitaker, Clear Creek, Sr. digits with 11 points. Davis Paris 79-59. was also San Jac’s leading In the quarterfi nals, San Matt Smythe, Clear Creek, Sr. rebounder with seven car- Jacinto crushed Blinn 90-54 oms. behind Holden’s 26 points, Dion Lewis, Clear Creek, Sr. As a team, San Jac shot including eight 3-pointers. Alden Miles, Clear Lake, Jr. 38 percent from the fi eld, Moses Sundufu and Chris while Lamar State-Port Ar- Richardson added 12 points Gabe Lavespere, Clear Lake, Sr. thur connected on 46 per- apiece for San Jacinto. Forward Spencer Bowman, a three-year varsity letter- cent. San Jacinto College The off-season will in- Howard Matthews, Clear Springs, Sr. man, capped his career with the Wolverines by being took the rebounding edge clude a roster overhaul at named to the 24-5A second team. Bowman was par- Senior forward Alex Pettigrew was named to the District 24-5A fi rst team after a 39-36. San Jacinto as the team has Parker Callendar, Clear Springs, Soph. ticularly solid during the team’s late-season playoff terrifi c fi nal season with the Wolverines. Pettigrew gave the Wolverines consistent Vonn Jones led Lamar just fi ve freshmen in the push. rebounding and defense all season. State-Port Arthur with 30 program. CALENDAR THURSDAY, MARCH 10 8:30 p.m. held Sundays and Tuesdays from 8 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays from Monday from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehab Hospital, 655 E. 7 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Those who have lost a spouse or AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. held Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. other loved one are invited to participate. For information, call Betty from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, from 8 to 9 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta MONDAY, MARCH 14 Flynn at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. 7 a.m. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 tion, or just drop in. FRIDAY, MARCH 11 AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. 7 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 7 a.m. from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. NASA Aglow Community Lighthouse – meets the second AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at the Lighthouse Fellowship from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, tion, or just drop in. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- of Friends, 144 Park Avenue in League City. The public is welcome 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- 9 a.m. tion, or just drop in. THINK and encouraged to bring others to the interdenominational meet- tion, or just drop in. Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech 11 a.m. ing. 10 a.m. therapy from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 11:30 a.m. The Bay Area Military Officers’ Wives – hold monthly luncheon MONEY AARP-South Belt Chapter – The American Association of Retired 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for meetings on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at ABWA - Southeast Express Network – American Business Persons meets the second Friday of each month at the community THINK Women’s Association-South meets on the second Thursday of a complete list of services offered. Bay Oaks Country Club from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Active duty or retired center at El Franco Lee Park on Hall Road. each month at MiMi’s Cafe in the Pearland Town Center, 11200 6 p.m. officers’ wives are eligible. For information, call Patt Simon at 832- THE Broadway Street, #1600. Lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost Noon Scrabble Club #511 – Meets every Monday at the IHOP on Fuqua 221-2696 or Wendy Peters at 281-333-3115. is $20 and includes networking with professional business women, Moving Forward Women’s Adult Children Anonymous – The from 6 to 9 p.m. All who enjoy the game or want to learn to play are 1 p.m. CLASSIFIEDS lunch and guest speaker. Women of all ages and occupations are ACA group meets Fridays at noon at the Up The Street Club in invited to join. For more information, call 281-488-2923. Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora- invited. Bring plenty of business cards. Reservations are appreci- Webster, 508 Nasa Parkway, in room 4. ACA is a 12-step program 6:30 p.m. mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. buy... ated. 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Frontier Squares – Meets to square dance at the Westminster beginning at 6:30 p.m. This organization was created as a social therapy from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Bayshore Sports Medicine and sell... Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a Academy at 670 E. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Refreshments support outlet for 50+ widowed, divorced and never married indi- Rehabilitation Center, 4021 Brookhaven, Pasadena. Visit www. complete list of services offered. provided. For more information, contact Gina Sherman at 281-554- viduals. In addition to the regular meeting, a potluck dinner is held hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. you’ll Al-Anon - Meets every Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the 5675 or visit www.frontiersquares.com. on the first and third Mondays. Call 713-340-2354 for information. 2 p.m. make First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, SUNDAY, MARCH 13 Civil Air Patrol Meeting – Weekly at Ellington Field in the Civil Air The National Association of Retired Federal Employees – Room 111. For information, call 281-487-8787. 2 p.m. Patrol Building. Call 281-484-1352 and leave a message for more NARFE Chapter 941 meets the third Tuesday of each month at money! 6:30 p.m. Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved one. information. 2 p.m. at the EFL Senior Community Center, 9500 Hall Road, in 7 p.m. St. Luke’s Catholic Church – St. Luke the Evangelist Church, Meets every Sunday, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas Houston. Visitors are welcome. For additional information, call Roy Sagemont Civic Club – Meetings are held the second Monday of 11011 Hall Road, offers free tutoring on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. from 2 to 3:15 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Pasadena, at 713-734-1461. 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It’s a long confer- push for positioning bronze division champion- San Jacinto hosts Blinn “Our pitching has really ence season, but we expect ship trophy from the pres- held up well this season, to be right there. It all starts Continued from Page 1B pears the Clear Brook var- tigious National Fastpitch Friday, March 11, 4 p.m., two games and we have had a number with Blinn and Galveston even if the team’s eventual sity girls’ team will miss the Coaches Association Junior of players step up offen- back-to-back.” seeding has yet to be deter- playoffs. College Lead-Off Classic in ally scored as Shelby Par- the season with 19 wins in mined. A variety of things have Panama City, Fla., the San ham’s single to right fi eld 21 games. The Lady Longhorns combined to put one of last Jacinto College women’s landed just fair to give the The Bucs, led by tourna- were cruising along fi ne un- year’s Region III tourna- softball team is brimming locals the win, the team’s ment most valuable player til a couple of bumps came ment teams on the verge of with confi dence entering 17th in 26 overall games. Sara Vaughn, went 6-0 at in the road. A 6-0 loss to playoff elimination. Region 14 action. Starting pitcher Shannon the NFCA event, putting to- fi rst-place Deer Park was With remaining games Next up, San Jac will Millman got the win, her gether six straight wins. compounded by a 2-1 defeat against undefeated Clear look to get out of the gate second of the tournament. The fi nal included a 3-2 to Memorial, but the team Lake and then Pearland and quickly in regional play, be- The freshman left-hand- victory in the gold bracket has since bounced back. Dickinson, the Lady Wol- ginning with a doubleheader er also got the 5-2 win over game against Chattanooga. Karen Treto had four verines need a sweep of the against eighth-ranked Blinn Mercyhurst, fanning 10 It’s the second tournament goals as Dobie shut down three-game set to have any March 11 at the South cam- along the way. title for Blinn this season. Pasadena 6-0, and the team shot at collecting enough pus. The fi rst of two games Saenz’s team began play “Blinn is going to be then downed Sam Rayburn points to advance. will begin at 4 p.m. in the tournament by col- tough,” Saenz said. “They’re 4-0 March 8 to move to The following day, March lecting 15 hits in an 11-0 very good at what they do. 6-2 with remaining games At right, Dobie mid- 12, the team will travel to route of Chesapeake. Later, But this is conference play, against South Houston and fi elder Karen Treto cel- Galveston for a pair against Chipola used a six-run, sixth and the games count for Deer Park. ebrated her third goal the Whitecaps. inning to defeat San Jacinto more. In the easy 4-0 win over against Pasadena Feb. “We’re certainly head- 8-2. “It’s always a good battle Sam Rayburn, Brittany Her- 28, and she later added a ing in the right direction at Indian Hills then downed when we face Blinn, and nandez got the Lady Long- fourth during the team’s the right time,” San Jacinto San Jac 3-2 despite solo then we take on Galves- horns on the board early 6-0 win. With Treto’s College head coach Kelly homers from Nicole An- ton. It would be great to get with a direct kick. late-season surge help- Saenz said shortly after the drade and Jaclyn Bechtle. off to a great start, and we Later, Treto and Tanya ing out, the Lady Long- team returned from Florida. As for other tournament know Blinn and Galveston Palomares scored on head- horns are en route to the “This team was involved superlatives, Candyce Cart- want the same thing.” ers off corner kicks from playoffs. in 42 innings of play in six er led the way with a .409 San Jac wound up the Hernandez. GaryWPhotos.com games, and we had only two average over the six games, NFCA tourney with just 14 Palomares scored the bad innings. and Bechtle was next at healthy players, but Saenz team’s fi nal goal on an as- “That’s pretty good. We .375. expects a couple of play- sist by Alyssa Williams. came through with a couple Bethany Armstrong hit ers to return to health in the With the season winding Lady Horns’ softball coasting; of big wins to wrap up the .357 in the fi rst four games short term. down, Deer Park at 8-0 all tournament.” before missing the fi nal day What she does know is but has fi rst place secured. San Jac’s last at-bat 2-1 with a minor injury. Tori that with freshmen Mill- That has left Dobie and Clear Brook sweeps at Manvel victory over Temple deliv- Cummings knocked in a man, Alexis Estrada and Memorial fi ghting for the ered the bronze trophy for team-high fi ve runs. Katie Vogt performing well next two slots. Midway through the var- O’Brien with triples. Ariel have to be considered the the team. Now comes the real in the circle, San Jacinto has Jaclyn Bechtle (above) hit two home runs during the There remains a good sity softball season, the Do- Morgan also doubled in the 22-5A front-runner moving Kacy Hobbs opened the stuff. Blinn, San Jac’s op- a chance in every game. Temple College Classic to help San Jacinto College win possibility that Dobie will bie and Clear Brook teams big win. forward. inning with a walk, moved ponent to open conference “When you keep games four times in fi ve games. San Jacinto is now 13-7 this be forced to use a tie-break- have to be feeling good With the entire District Dobie will play at La to second base on a bunt hit action, will enter the fray close, you always give your- season with a couple of tournament trips to Florida er to decide second place about themselves moving 22-5A schedule yet to be Porte March 11 and will by Evan Babin and eventu- as the favorite after opening self a chance to win,” Saenz coming. with Memorial, but either forward. played, the Dobie squad then host Katy Taylor March way, the Lady Longhorns Dobie, coming off a has established a couple of 19 to end the nondistrict will be in the postseason. strong showing at the HSSL things. portion of the schedule. Dobie baseball cruising; Clear Brook splits four games At the moment, Dobie tournament that included The team’s offense, led The Lady Longhorns head coach Kristina Butler a victory over state-ranked by Roberts, O’Brien and will then begin a stretch of Continued from Page 1B ify as one of the surprise pitching staff that has also Brook splits four games Nolan Trabanino earned believes Memorial is just Tomball, is still playing Morgan in the middle of the three games in eight days nament, the Longhorns teams in the region. gotten great efforts from The Clear Brook Wol- the victory. ahead of her team in the well. lineup. is very potent, Do- when they open 22-5A play made sure things were At 9-2, the team is off Xavier Johnson, Ryan verines got off to a quick Starting pitcher Andrew tie-breaker. but things could On March 8, the Lady bie will score runs. March 22, against Pasade- handled early against Pas- to its best start in many McCormack, Xavier Her- start at the Clear Creek ISD Phu was the hard-luck change over the fi nal two Longhorns crushed Bay- As for the pitching, na. adena. years. nandez and others, but it’s tournament March 4-6 but loser as the Wolverines games. town Sterling 15-0 at the O’Connor is rounding into Brook now over .500 Al Gonzalez smashed The Longhorns still the offense that continues then ended the event with lost 5-0 to Cy-Creek, and Dobie will close the Pasadena ISD sports com- form after a foot injury With victories in each of his second home run of face a tough six-game to roll. a pair of losses. the team ended the event regular seaosn at Deer Park plex as junior pitcher Shan- slowed her up early on. its three games at the Manv- the season and Justin Eck- stretch in three days at the Over 11 games, Dobie Ryan Vruggink struck with a 6-4 loss to Victoria March 22. non O’Connor got the vic- Deer Park will likely try el tournament, Clear Brook ols hit a two-run homer March 10-12 Round Rock has scored 94 runs, which out while getting the win West. Brook girls nearly out tory. to stand in the way once Dis- improved to 9-7 this season as the Longhorns made tournament, but after that, is 8.5 or so per game. At as the Wolverines opened Clear Brook is now With three games left in The offense was led by trict 22-5A action begins, with nondistrict play now easy work of the Eagles at the team will play 14 dis- that rate, it’s easy to see the tournament with a 6-2 set to play in the David the regular season, it ap- Faith Roberts and Shelby but the Lady Longhorns complete. Maguire Field. trict games to close out the why the Longhorns have victory over Seven Lakes. Crafton Memorial tourn- “The offense has really To this point in the sea- regular season. been able to get off to this The Wolverines then ment at three locales in improved,” Clear Brook son, Dobie has to qual- Pitts has led a solid kind of start. hammered Lufkin 9-2 as Spring March 10-12. head coach Ashley Pillow Former JFD softballers excel said. At left, Dobie varsity baseball head coach Miguel “I’m very proud of the Torres (center) confers with right-hander Xavier girls and the way they have Hernandez (26) and catcher Justin Eckols after Her- come together as a team. nandez entered in relief against Dickinson March The chemistry is great, and 4 at Dobie. The Longhorns won the game 6-5 and they are improving every swept three wins at the Pasadena ISD tournament. game. I look forward to see- ing what district brings!” More than half of the 2010 roster has been re- Westfi eld ISD tourney placed since the end of that campaign, yet Clear Brook Thursday, March 10: Brook vs. Cy- has managed to play an ex- citing brand of softball. Springs, at Westfi eld, 4 p.m.; Brook vs. Things may get tougher Houston Christian, at Westfi eld, 7 p.m. in district action as Pear- land, Alvin, Brazoswood, Friday, March 11: Brook vs. West- Clear Lake, Clear Creek fi eld, at Westfi eld, 1 p.m. and Clear Brook all have talented squads, but that’s Saturday, March 12: Games to be what makes the race to the playoffs exciting. determined by fi nish in pool play action. Two Dobie High School graduates are off to quick starts in their respective The Lady Wolverines women’s college softball careers. Chelsey Morgan (left), who played shortstop were supposed to open 24- for the Lady Longhorns a season ago, is now at the University of Texas-Permian 5A play against Pearland Round Rock ISD tourney Basin playing in the outfi eld. Amanda Nguyen (right), who played second base March 8, but rain prevented for Dobie last season, is playing the same position for the Army Black Knights, that from happening. and both players are excelling. Morgan helped the Falcons win three of four The two teams played Thursday, March 10: Dobie vs. games while going 9 for 13 at the plate with a homer and six runs batted in. For March 9, after press time. Flower Mound Marcus, 4:30 p.m.; Dobie her effort, Morgan was named the Hitter of the Week in the Southland Confer- Clear Brook will then ence. Overall, Morgan is hitting .368 for UTPB, which is 10-13 overall and will play at Dickinson March 11 vs. Pfl ugerville, 7 p.m. and at Alvin March 15. soon begin play in the league. Nguyen picked up Rookie of the Week honors for Friday, March 11: Dobie vs. Heritage, the second straight week in the Patriot League. Overall, Nguyen leads the Black The race to the play- Knights with a .406 batting average and seven runs scored. offs is now under way, and 2 p.m.; Dobie vs. Round Rock Westwood, Brook plans to be there. 4:30 p.m.

SJC soccer gets Dynamo lesson Saturday, March 12: Dobie vs. Cedar The San Jacinto College attacks, and made a few “I’d just like to once the best learning opportu- Park, 9:30 a.m.; Dobie vs. Coppell, noon soccer team fought a tough nice defensive plays with again thank the Houston nities that a student-athlete battle, but ultimately fell to the help of defender Israel Dynamo and Coach Domi- can have. the Houston Dynamo 5-0 in Nava. nic Kinnear for this oppor- “The Dynamo preseason a scrimmage game held at In the end, the loss was tunity,” Santesteban said. has gone really well, and the Carl Lewis International one that came with valuable “This was a special game I’m excited for them and for H-Town Jokers’ 10s win select baseball tournament Complex on the University learning experience. for our players, and one of the city of Houston.” of Houston campus March 7. “It’s defi nitely a privi- lege that I know our players were thrilled to participate in,” said San Jacinto Col- lege head soccer coach Da- vid Santesteban. “I was really pleased with our freshmen players, in particular Amaury Ponce, who was once part of the Dynamo Youth team and played particularly well. “I thought we had some solid play from Francisco Calvo and Victor Ruiz after a slow start. But all in all, this game was about learn- ing what the game is like at the highest level.” After giving up a couple of goals, San Jacinto came back to play a better game in the second half. The team attempted sev- eral goals, put forth a few San Jacinto College’s Francisco Calvo (right) works against a Hous- ton Dynamo player during a scrimmage game at the Univer- sity of Houston’s Carl The H-Town Jokers, a 10-year-old select baseball team from Mendez, Aaron Perea, Brandon Valdez, Lorenzo Mendez, Lewis Stadium March the South Belt area, won fi rst place in the bronze division at the Nick Gaytan, Dylan Deim, Alex Hernandez, (back row) coach 7. The Dynamo won Jokers’ Bash 11-AA tournament held at Big League Dreams Oscar Perea, coach Mike Mendez, Dave Ayala, coach Donny the game 5-0. in League City. Members of the team are, left to right, (front Velazquez and manager Rudy Mendez. Andrea Vasquez, SJC marketing row) Bryan Cisneros, Sam Velazquez, (middle row) Frank