Sullivan Speaks on South Belt Flooding Issues North of Beltway 8

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Nov. 19, 2009 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 34, No. 42 Heavy trash scheduled Tree waste will be picked up Thursday, Nov. 19, for city of Houston residents living Sullivan speaks on South Belt flooding issues north of Beltway 8. Residents south of the beltway are scheduled for Friday, Nov. 27, due By James Bolen the Harris County Flood Control District, the study may be inspirational to some, the Corps’ little as three months if the seller of the prop- to the Thanksgiving holiday falling on Thurs- Representatives from several different lo- City of Houston Public Works and Engineering plan is not without its critics. erty is cooperative, and an unwillingness to sell day. For more information, call 3-1-1. cal government entities came together Tuesday, Department, U.S. Rep. Pete Olson’s offi ce, state “By the time any work gets done, I’ll be look- would merely slow the process down rather than Nov. 17, at a meeting sponsored by Houston City Rep. Ken Legler’s offi ce and state Sen. Mike ing at it from the wrong side of the ground,” said prevent it. Holiday closings set Councilman Mike Sullivan to discuss possible Jackson’s offi ce. one attendee. Lampley further said anywhere from 75 per- solutions to fl ooding in the South Belt area. While Sullivan conceded the road ahead for South Belt-Ellington Leader publisher Marie cent to 80 percent of the South Belt area would South Belt-Ellington Leader A follow-up meeting to a similar function held South Belters may be a rough one in this regard, Flickinger said, “We can’t wait on the Corps benefi t from such a project. The Leader offi ce will close at noon on six months ago, the function included represen- he said it is essential for the various governing project,” adding that talks are in the works with Flickinger noted Galveston County offi cials Wednesday, Nov. 25, and remain closed tatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, bodies to work together in order to accomplish Harris County to acquire roughly 130 acres of have agreed to fi nancially contribute to the cre- through Nov. 27. common goals. local land that could be used as a retention pond. ation of a local retention pond, as it would aid in The deadline for copy will be Thursday, Following up on statements made at the last “This spot could hold roughly 1 billion gallons controlling fl ooding downstream as well. Nov. 19, at noon, and the deadline for paid ad- meeting, representatives for the U.S. Army of water.” Also attending the function was Houston vertisements is Monday, Nov. 23, at noon. The Corps of Engineers said studies on its Clear Although the location of the possible reten- mayoral hopeful Gene Locke, who stressed the Thursday edition of the Leader will be avail- Creek drainage project recently received an un- tion pond remains undisclosed while acquisition importance of meetings like this. able on Wednesday, Nov. 25. expected $1.2 million in federal funding for the discussions are under way, Harris County Flood “Community is what government is all about,” Parker Williams Library 2010 fi scal budget. While offi cials were hesitant Control District Precinct 1 Project Coordinator Locke said. The library will close at 6 p.m. Wednesday, to specify exactly what the new studies would Curtis Lampley confi rmed the proposal. Lam- Sullivan said a second follow-up meeting will Nov. 25, and will be closed Nov. 26 through entail, they made clear plans have changed dras- pley said an agreement could be reached in as take place in four to six months. Nov. 29 for Thanksgiving. It will reopen Mon- tically in scope since the project was fi rst autho- day, Nov. 30, for regular business hours. rized by Congress in 1968. Clear Brook City M.U.D. Corps engineers on hand said they intended to The Clear Brook City M.U.D. offi ce will work under the original congressional authoriza- be closed Nov. 26 and 27 for Thanksgiving. It tion, but acknowledged studies could take much An evening with Andy Pettitte will reopen Monday, Nov. 30, at 8 a.m. Pay- longer if a re-authorization was necessitated. ments may be left in the outside drop box. When pressed, a spokesman said federal plans would take at least 13 to 15 years to institute if Spirit on Stage at Dobie everything went “perfectly.” Dobie High School will present Spirit On Attendees were told by U.S. Army Corps of Stage in the school auditorium Thursday and Houston mayoral candidate Gene Locke Engineers representatives that public meetings Friday, Nov. 19 and Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. each (left) is shown with City Councilman Mike would be held in the near future to discuss the night. Performances include the Longhorn Sullivan at his Nov. 17 town hall meeting. project’s goals and progress. band, colorguard, cheerleaders and Lariaettes. While word of the recent funding and renewed Tickets are $8 each and can be purchased from any band member or by calling Dobie High School at 713-740-0370, ext. 04205. Leader Christmas program USPS mulls Genoa closure By James Bolen sibly save money,” said postal spokeswoman The South Belt-Ellington Leader will be so- The Leader has received several calls and Dionne Montague. liciting toys, food and money for needy fami- e-mails regarding the potential closure of the A Station and Branch Optimization and lies over the holidays. Families in need may Genoa branch of the U.S. Postal Service. Consolidation initiative conducted by the Postal register at the Leader offi ce after Dec. 2. Many residents are concerned that if the Regulatory Commission reviewed roughly 3,600 branch were to close, the Windmill branch branches nationwide for possible closure or con- Knights host fish fry would become overcrowded. While the Windmill solidation. Of these, 371 are still being exam- The Knights of Columbus Council 9201 branch would likely become more crowded if ined. will serve fried catfish dinners at St. Luke the such a closure were to occur, South Belters The Genoa branch was just one of four Evangelist Catholic Church on Friday, Nov. should remember there is a full-service U.S. Post branches in the Greater Houston area that was 20. Each dinner consists of a farm-raised cat- Office located inside Central Ace Hardware at reviewed for closure. The other three were fish fillet, french fries, hush puppies, cole 11676 Beamer. Barker Springs, the Westchase Finance Post slaw, corn on the cob and iced tea. Soft drinks Unlike other postal and shipping vendors in Office on Gessner and an office in Nassau Bay. and desserts will be available for sale. the area, the facility charges actual U.S. Postal The Postal Service has taken other steps in One- and two-piece dinners will be sold, rates, as it is licensed by the federal government recent years to cut costs. Across the country, dine in or take out, and will be served from 5 and works on a commission basis. there are currently only 175,000 mail boxes – to 7 p.m. at St. Luke the Evangelist Parish Hall Opened last year, the 12-foot-by-20-foot about half the number found in 1989. Since at 11011 Hall Road, between Sageberry and building is located in the center of the hardware 2000, the USPS has reduced its staff from store. 800,000 to 650,000. And this past May, it raised New York Yankee pitcher Andy Pettitte (left) helped kick off the 14th annual San Jacinto Sagetrail. The public is invited. For more College Foundation Golf Tournament Monday, Nov. 16. Former longtime South Belt resi- information, call 281-484-2127. The move to close the Genoa branch would be the price of first-class postage by 2 cents. The the result of tough financial times for the USPS, discontinuation of Saturday deliveries is also dent Jeff Brannen (right) once served as Pettitte’s catcher when he pitched for the area Free choir concert at SJC which is battling the Internet, private competi- being considered. school, and each served as best man for the other’s wedding. Shown with the pair is Bran- tors and a recession. nen’s son, Troy, 2. Also attending the function were Brannen’s wife, Jennifer, their son, Students and community members are in- Montague said no final decision regarding the “We’re looking in every area that we can pos- Jake, 4, and Brannen’s parents, Jerry and Ann Brannen. Submitted photo vited to participate with the SJC Community closures will be made for at least 90 days. Choir as they sing choruses from George F. Handel’s The Messiah in a free performance at San Jacinto College South campus, 13735 Beamer. Precinct 2 Constable deputies seek burglary suspect The performance will be Sunday, Nov. 22, at 7:30 p.m. at the Proscenium Theatre located The Harris County Precinct 2 Constable’s of- One incident occurred in the 10600 block of home through a back bathroom window. One Sageglen resident who had checks taken inside the Marie Spence Flickinger Fine Arts fi ce is investigating two separate home burglaries Acacia Forest, while the second break-in oc- Deputies believe the same suspect is respon- from her home has since reported she narrow- Center. View the complete SJC South fall arts that took place in the early afternoon Friday, Nov. curred just a block away in the 11500 block of sible for both burglaries, given the proximity of ly missed having her bank account robbed of schedule at http://news.sanjac.edu/?p=1165. 13, in the Clear Brook Landing subdivision. Astoria. In both instances, the thieves entered the the residences and the similar method of entry. $1,000. For more information, call 281-998-6150 or Anyone with information on these cases is The resident said she initially contacted her visit www.sanjac.edu. urged to call the constable’s offi ce at 713-477- local bank branch about the stolen checks, but 2766. was told not to worry. Shortly after, however, she PARSE to meet Nov. 24 Local stitchers mend hearts Auto theft was contacted by a different bank branch on the Precinct 2 Sgt. Zerick Guinn and Deputy west side of town, which showed a little more Pasadena Area Retired School Employees Robert Sanchez responded to the theft of a silver concern. will meet Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 10 a.m. at the By James Bolen 6 game against the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Dodge Intrepid Thursday, Nov. 12, at roughly An alert teller at the second branch became East Harris County Activity Center, 7340 Multiple local groups have recently come group will hold its fourth annual awareness walk 12:30 p.m. suspicious when a woman tried to cash a person- Spencer Highway. together to aid children with compromised im- and run Feb. 20 at Sam Houston Park. The vehicle’s LoJack theft recovery system al check for $1,000. The bank teller made photo- The program will be A Little Light Music mune systems due to congenital heart defects by It’s My Heart is currently seeking volunteers initially indicated the car was traveling west on copies of the woman’s drivers license and credit presented by the multi-talented Roger Woest. making masks for them. to make additional masks. Those interested in Dixie Farm Road. As the offi cers pursued the ve- card, but did not cash the suspicious check. The There will also be several beautiful things The project is the brainchild of longtime South helping should call Simpson at 832-788-8897 or hicle, the device then indicated the vehicle was resident’s records indicate that particular check raffled to fund the annual Christmas Reading Belt resident Lauren Simpson, who serves as na- e-mail [email protected]. traveling north on Interstate 45 before coming to was originally written for only $15. Program. For additional information, call 281- tional secretary for the It’s My Heart organiza- a stop at a pawn shop in the 3800 block of Bur- The resident notifi ed the Precinct 2 Consta- 489-2386. tion. Simpson, who lost her own daughter Lind- kett. ble’s offi ce and provided them with the photo- say to transplant coronary artery disease this past Guinn and Sanchez successfully tracked the copied documents in hopes they could appre- Dobie BPO meeting changed January, recently saw a photograph in the Leader vehicle down and located two suspects attempt- hend the suspect. While stolen checks are often The Dobie Band Parents Organization has of a group from BellaVita called the Hands of ing to pawn a car radio. washed and re-used, Guinn believes this check rescheduled its regular December meeting to Love Stitchers. The group had raffl ed off a quilt Avean Tolliver, 22, and an unnamed 16-year- had been reprinted using information obtained Tuesday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. in the band hall, due to benefi t local hospitals, and Simpson thought old male juvenile were arrested and charged with from the original. Guinn further noted the indi- to conflicting activities at the school. All band it might also be interested in sewing masks for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. vidual on the drivers license and credit card was parents are urged to attend. ailing children. Stolen checks not necessarily the wanted suspect. Simpson contacted Janice Hassinger from the Last week’s Leader issued a warning to read- At press time, the investigation into the inci- group, who said she was interested in the project. ers not to put checks in residential mailboxes. dent was ongoing. Lariaette dance clinic set Further, Hassinger put Simpson in touch with The Dobie Lariaettes will hold their annual Marcia Birsinger from the St. Luke’s Catho- Winter Dance Clinic Saturday, Dec. 12. The lic Church quilt group and the Bay Area Quilt clinic will be held at Dobie High School from Guild, who said they, too, would be interested in State to tax garage sales 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for children in K-12th grade. helping. Pre-registration is $40, at the door is $50, cash “They’ve all been really, really great,” Simp- By Matt Griesmyer off of their old unusables for the third or more or money order only. Pre-registration ends son said. Residents who are operating garage sales as time in 12 months, they should start fi ling for Dec. 4 and guarantees a shirt. Simpson said the masks that are traditionally supplemental income more than twice a year their permit and add 8.25 percent to prices. Clinic participants will receive lunch and used are uncomfortable to wear. should be warned: the State of Texas wants you To report violations contact the local comp- be invited to perform at the Spring Show in “They’re like hard cardboard,” Simpson said. to start collecting sales tax. troller’s offi ce at 713-314-5700. May. For information, contact Lori Perez at “These are a lot more kid-friendly.” The Texas State Comptroller requires that any 281-797-8370 or [email protected]. She added that many of the custom-made South Belter Lauren Simpson, who serves as national secretary for the It’s My Heart resident who holds more than two garage sales masks feature cartoons and sports logos. in a 12 month period to fi le for a sales tax permit Leader correction Sageglen Park vandalized The practice of making the masks began with organization, recently enlisted the help of other area residents to make masks for and collect sales tax on all transactions. The story in last week’s Leader about Harris Sageglen Park was vandalized twice in the the grandmother of one of the sick children. This regulation is not just for city or county County Judge Ed Emmett addressing the South “Only one lady was doing them,” Simpson children suffering from compromised im- past two weeks. Nearly all of the park’s fresh- mune systems due to congenital heart de- residents; it is for the entire state. Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce contained ly planted flowers were uprooted Tuesday, said. “And our Web site was getting bombard- There is no cost for a sales tax permit; all that a factual error. The article said of the county’s ed.” fects. Shown above, modeling one of the Nov. 17, sometime between 3:30 and 6 p.m. masks is Gavin Stassen. Stassen’s mother, is needed is a Social Security number of the per- $1.7 billion annual budget, $1.2 billion was ear- The previous week, vandals spray painted The groups are working closely with Texas son holding the garage sale or a tax identifi cation marked for the Harris County Hospital District. Children’s Hospital and Memorial Hermann Corrie Stassen, serves as executive director vulgarities on the park’s playground equip- for It’s My Heart. While Gavin does not number. This is not true. ment and burned a hole in one of the slides. Children’s Hospital to distribute the masks. The only case in which anyone would be The county’s annual budget is $2.9 billion. In addition to making the masks, It’s My Heart suffer from a congenital heart defect, his Anyone with any information on these inci- brother, Noah, died last year from trans- charged for obtaining a sales tax permit is if the Of that, $1.2 billion is reserved for the hospital dents is urged to contact the Harris County is planning two upcoming events to bring aware- application for the permit is fi led late - then the district, while the remaining $1.7 billion is to be ness to congenital heart defects. The Houston plant coronary artery disease. Precinct 2 Constable’s office at 713-477- Photo by Gail Brasser cost is $50 or more. used for all other costs. 2766. Rockets will honor the organization at its Feb. If residents are hoping to make a quick buck The Leader apologizes for any confusion. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, November 19, 2009 Readers’ Opinions Clear Brook High advances in international debate contest Death own my business, my home, and suc- Valtasaros: What is ceed or fail on my merits and hard work. Clear Brook High School’s mat that is unlike any other haven High School in Tennes- Saturday, Nov. 14, at Niday serving as pallbearers were It is the greatest system for success the debate team has advanced to found in debate today.” see in a written debate. The Larry Keith Gill Funeral Home with the Rev. Mark Long, Andy Crawford, up with rich liberals? world has ever seen. My father and his the Top 32 round of an in- The IPPF is the only inter- teams will volley a series of Rex Forsyth offi ciating. Pat Cooper, Randy Pyle, What is up with rich liberals? Michael brother live in Greece. They have both ternational debate competition national contest that gives papers back and forth via Larry Keith Gill, 55, died Interment followed at For- Randy West, Mike Pistone Moore, George Soros, George Clooney, gained wealth and success from coming – besting more than 200 oppo- high school students the e-mail. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at est Lawn Cemetery. Those and Clint Burdick. John Kerry, Nancy Pelosi, Edward to America and working hard and accu- nents from across the world. opportunity to participate in A panel of judges will his home in Houston. He was Norton, the list goes on and on. Each of mulating the fruits of their labor. My By advancing to the Top written and oral debates on review the papers in the order a Sagemont resident. these rich liberals decries the rewards of father’s two cousins did not come to 32 in the Bickel & Brewer/ issues of public policy. they are presented and vote A native Houstonian, Gill the capitalist system through which he or America. They started a life in poverty New York University Internat- More than 230 high schools for the winning school. The was born Sept. 1, 1954, to UHCL announces she gained their riches and demands and it continues in poverty today. Only in ional Public Policy Forum – representing 40 states and winner will advance to the the late Melvin Ray Gill that we change the system to something America can you move from nothing to a (IPPF), the students remain 31 foreign countries – regis- “Sweet 16” round of the com- and Dorothy Burns Gill. He else. good life. Only in America is the “American eligible to win the $10,000 tered for the 2009-10 IPPF petition, and once again volley was the stepson of Carolyn George Soros who started his life as a Dream” possible. Only in America are grand prize and an all-ex- competition, writing on the a series of papers back and Reeves Gill. holiday hours poor German Jew, says that the capital- you given opportunities based on your penses-paid trip to the finals topic, Resolved: The United forth. Gill was an active mem- In observance of Thanks- slated for Nov. 28, from 8 ist system does not work although he merits. competition in New York Nations should substantially Judges will then select the ber of Sagemont Church. He giving, University of Hous- a.m. to 7 p.m. and Nov. 29, made a reported $9,000,000,000.00 last Please rich liberals give the rest of us City in April 2010. increase humanitarian assis- “Elite 8” teams. Those eight worked with NYK Roro Ship- ton-Clear Lake will be closed from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. year in the capitalist system. He says that a chance. You have made yours. Why “Clear Brook High School tance for persons living in schools earn an all-expenses- ping for the past 14 years. Nov. 26 and 27. The computer lab in the Wall Street should be changed, regulat- deny the rest of us ours. We don’t want to has proven itself in this early poverty. paid trip to the finals compe- Gill is survived by his Offices reopening on Delta Building will reopen ed, and controlled because it failed the take your riches. We want to work for our round of competition,” says Those essays were review- tition held April 16-18, 2010, wife, Teresa Little Gill; sons Saturday, Nov. 28, include Nov. 28, from 8 a.m. to 5 American people. Mr. Soros started out own. Please do not destroy capitalism William A. Brewer III, part- ed by an essay review com- on the New York University Samuel and Noah; his sister, the library and two of the p.m., and Nov. 29, from 1 to in the USA as an arbitrage trader on Wall and keep the rest of us from enjoying the ner at Bickel & Brewer and mittee, which determined the campus. Paula Kay Garza and hus- computer labs. 7 p.m. Street and later in hedge funds. “American Dream” that you have founder of the IPPF. “These top 32 teams based on the Since its inception, the band Larry; numerous nieces, Library hours will be Nov. All other offices will Michael Moore was the son of an achieved. students now begin a chal- overall quality of each 2,800- IPPF has awarded more than nephews and other relatives, 28, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and resume normal business autoworker and a secretary. Starting out George Valtasaros lenging single-elimination word qualifying round essay. $800,000 in support of foren- as well as a host of friends. Nov. 29, from 1 to 5 p.m. hours on Monday, Nov. 30. with little and having to fight to get fund- written debate competition – Clear Brook High School sic activities at the secondary Funeral services celebrat- Hours for the computer For more information ing for his first movie Moore says that the GAT Athletic Booster taking part in a contest for- now competes against White- school and collegiate levels. ing Gill’s life were held lab in the Student Services about the university, visit capitalist did nothing for him. Mr. Moore and Classroom Building are http://www.uhcl.edu. refuses to divulge his net worth, but esti- Club says thank you mates put him in the several million dollar San Jac College selected as industry of the year range. He says that capitalism is a bad The GAT Athletic Booster Club would Workshop brings creative system, but I don’t see him trying to like to thank Principal Lopez and the The Deer Park Chamber Brenda Hellyer. “We have lished in 1960 as East Harris centers, as well as an early make a movie in Cuba about the number Thompson Staff, the GAT Booster Club of Commerce selected San been in this community for County Union Junior college high school. This fall thinking to the GT classroom of Cubans put to death for disagreeing Members and Officers, GAT Athletic Jacinto College as the 2009 nearly 50 years, and we are College. semester, the college saw with Castro. I would like to see him get Parents, and its sponsors for making the Industry of the Year. honored to be a partner in our Using renovated buildings record enrollment numbers, Teachers of gifted and tal- in their classrooms. Those funding for that one. Fall Frenzy that was held on Saturday, The college was honored community. in the Pasadena area, the col- with more than 30,000 stu- ented students ready to tap who complete the full session George Clooney was the son of a November 14, 2009, a success and a fun at the annual Salute to “We look forward to con- lege opened its doors for dents attending classes dis- into creativity are invited to receive a Continuing Pro- newscaster and we are all familiar with day for the students at Thompson Inter- Industry luncheon recently. ducting our business in a classes in September 1961 trictwide. attend University of Houston- fessional Education Certifi- his success. mediate. Thank you to old and new Lion “It is truly an honor to be manner that upholds the with 876 students. For more information Clear Lake’s Center for Edu- cate. John Kerry married his wealth. Parents for their donations such as cup- selected as the Industry of the strong values and direction of Since then, San Jac has about San Jacinto College, cational Programs workshop The course fee is $40 per Nancy Pelosi is a trust fund baby. cakes, water, food, and drinks. Thank Year,” said San Jacinto our community.” grown to include three cam- call 281-998-6150 or visit titled The Power of Creative person for members of the I was born the son of an illegal alien you to the sponsors who supported the College Chancellor Dr. San Jac was first estab- puses and seven extension www.sanjac.edu. Thinking” on Dec. 12, from Southeast Co-op and $60 for from Greece and a resident alien from athletic program. We would also like to 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., in the all others. Greece. My father jumped ship in New send a special thank you to the many university’s Arbor Building, For more information or York and met my mother and had me. I Dobie students who came out to assist in Room A176. to register, visit http://soe. am not rich by the standards of Pelosi, running the booths and to Coach Carey Participants will earn six uhcl.edu/BackToTheU/, call Norton, Kerry, et al, however I am not Sink for coming out to officiate the foot- SJC, UH enter into reverse clock hours of credit toward Joyce Young at 281-283- impoverished either. I have everything ball games. We could not have done it required training hours for 3530, or e-mail youngj@ that I have because I have worked for it without your help. Thank you for your teachers with gifted students uhcl.edu. in a system that allowed, no encouraged continued support. GO LIONS!!! Sin- me, to work hard by guarantying the cerely, Liz Beltran opportunity for a better life for my family President articulation agreement Leader obituary policy and me. It is a system that allowed me to 2009-2010 GAT Athletic Booster Club Obituaries submitted to the Leader are published Students who transfer allow students, who have at “A student can earn an in the workforce, said Dr. free of charge. There must be a South Belt con- from San Jacinto College just least 24 SJC credits, to con- associate degree while con- Marshall Schott, assistant nection. Obituaries are edited to conform to the shy of completing their pro- tinue taking the necessary tinuing toward their bache- vice president for instruction- South Belt-Ellington Leader gram now have the option to courses at UH to meet the lor’s degree,” said Dr. al support and outreach with Leader style. The Voice of Community-Minded People pick up their SJC associate college’s graduation require- Catherine O’Brien, dean of UH. degree while continuing ments, awarding them their teaching and learning at SJC. “Students who are in the 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 courses at the University of associate degree. This agree- “The combination of UH workforce can benefit by E-mail: [email protected] Houston through a reverse ment helps meet the overall courses, SJC courses and already having their associate Davy & Marie Flickinger, owners articulation agreement. goal of the Texas Higher Ed- core complete designation degree as they continue to The transfer plan will ucation Coordinating Board, equaling 61 credits is enough pursue their bachelor’s de- which encourages all higher for them to graduate from our gree,” Schott said. education institutions to in- institution as well.” For more information, call crease the rate of student Having this additional 281-998-6150 or visit www. 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Raiden was also welcomed by his Parraz who celebrates a birthday Nov. 23. 12303 Scarsdale Blvd. Suite FF cast as elves in the annual include 30 male and female Naila and Cody Hairston of Scarsdale, was siblings, sister Jaclyn, brothers Jacob, Rene, Natalie Guzman is wished a happy birthday holiday production of Santa’s actors, singers and dancers born Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, at Clear Lake Ryan and Ricky and niece Khloe. Nov. 25. Christmas Magic: The Musi- from ages 5 to adult. Regional Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, 2 SCHOOL DAZE Beverly Hills Intermediate cal. The children’s elf chorus ounces and streched 18.5 inches. Best wishes The following personnel and staff members Birthday wishes are sent to Rita Jaeger on La Beauté Nails & Spa Auditions will be held will attend five rehearsals and are sent to them from their family and friends. of the Pasadena Independent School District Nov. 19. 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Proud grand- Frazier Elementary Blow out the birthday candles for Laura Relaxation & Massage The auditions are open for until the show opens on Dec. parents are Billy and Ruthie Rogers of Wishes for a wonderful birthday are sent to Sellman Nov. 25. anyone in the community, 4. Most rehearsals are about Sagemont and Tommy and Cindy Cameron Pat Singletary Nov. 24. Dobie High Half Hour - $25 • 1 Hour - $39 and connection to the college two hours in length, until a of Pasadena. Avery is also welcomed by Jessup Elementary On Nov. 19, Louis Parlangeli has a birth- Hour & a Half - $80 • Hot Stone $60 is not required. Materials few days before the opening great-grandmothers Bobbie Cameron and Marking a birthday Nov. 25 is Maria day. Special birthday greetings are sent to Prices Good Thru 11/30/09 need not be prepared in of the show. Judy Hester, and the following uncles and Gonzalez. Rosario Castillo on Nov. 22. Blow out the Call to Schedule an Appointment! 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Thursday, November 19, 2009, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Meador celebrates ‘Hats off to Drugs’ Howard advises students on scholarships Recipient of scholarship funds urges others to apply Scholarship funds admin- ness forever with hopes that I yourself today so you can live “Natasha’s determination to she has maintained a 3.4 istered through the San too will one day be able to the life you want tomorrow.” improve her life through edu- grade point average. She Jacinto College Foundation touch a young person’s life Susan Arscott, SJC’s vice cation is obvious,” Arscott really applies herself and is a are helping Natasha Howard and inspire others to give president of resource devel- remarked. good role model. It is won- fulfill her educational and back to the community just opment, says helping diligent “She is working full time derful to see the Carpenters’ career dreams. as you did.” students like Howard is a while taking classes at the legacy being carried on by Howard plans to graduate Howard offers some sim- wise investment. college in the evenings, and this student.” from San Jacinto College in ple advice to students who autumn 2010, earning an could use some financial associate degree in business assistance, but who do not administration. She then apply because they think they Bring on the s’mores! SJC plans to transfer to Sam might not qualify. Houston State University to “A college education is pursue a bachelor’s degree in expensive, but there is money class camps for their grade human resource manage- out there to help you fund it,” ment, and her career goal is she commented. “All you A class of San Jacinto pass reading, proper knot not take this course for credit to become a successful mi- have to do is apply. I applied College students are trading tying techniques, cooking and go camping,’” Schneider nority businesswoman. for several scholarships and in their textbooks for tents over coals and building a said. “Also, I’ve been camp- Howard applied for and got them, and it was not a and packing up the s’mores campfire. ing for a long time, but there received three scholarships hard or complicated process. for a semester of camping, all The class embarks on two are a lot of things I’ve learned through the college’s founda- However, you must take the while earning college credit. weekend camping trips; their in this class that I did not tion that have helped her tre- initiative and apply. Like the Judy Harrison, SJC South first was to Lake Livingston know beforehand.” mendously – the book schol- saying goes, anything worth physical education professor, State Park earlier this semes- Harrison’s students will arship (which helps to pur- having is worth working for.” is teaching her students basic ter. They journey on their complete their camping chase textbooks), the stars The determined and disci- skills that have sustained hu- second trip this month to course by submitting a 100- scholarship (granted on the plined student says it is vital- man survival for centuries Lake Somerville State Park question exam that will en- basis of financial need), and ly important for young people but are often lost in the hustle – Birch Creek. courage them to collaborate the Don and Barbara Carpe- in today’s society to apply and bustle of today’s urban SJC student Lindsey with their classmates, check nter Scholarship (for business themselves and get a college lifestyle. Schneider of Pearland has out camping Web sites, visit students). To show her grati- education. “I believe educa- “If it’s a bad tent, you’ll eight years of camping expe- camping supply stores and tude, Howard recently sent a tion is the key to success, smell it,” Harrison warned rience. However, she enrolled evaluate their camping expe- letter of appreciation to because once you have an her class during a discussion in Harrison’s class to revisit rience. scholarship contributors John education, no one can take it on how to avoid mold and the hobby she now rarely has For more information Meador Elementary recently celebrated Red Kyana Oliver, Vanessa Villarreal, (middle row) and Rose Moon, in which she away from you,” she noted. mildew when storing a tent. time for. about San Jacinto College, Ribbon Week with various activities and themed Janet Armenta (bilingual aide), Daniela Lopez, stated: “A high school diploma will The class is in good hands “I like to camp, but I never call 281-998-6150 or visit dress up days all week to help encourage the stu- Jennifer Rodriguez, Mia Myers, Isaiah Rubio, “Thank you for investing not ensure a comfortable life- when it comes to preparation. get to go; so I thought, ‘why www.sanjac.edu. dents to be drug free. Students and staff members Izabelle Villarreal, (back row) Hilda Heredia in my future and supporting style. You will be flipping Harrison served as manager who participated in “Hats Off To Drugs” day pic- (Preschool Program for Children with Disabilites the students at San Jacinto burgers if you do not have a for the USA Women’s Olym- pic Track and Field Team in tured are, left to right, (front row) Cailin McDuff, aide) and Tara Merida (counselor). College. I will remember college education, a skill, or a your unselfish acts of kind- trade. Work hard to educate 2000. www.southbeltleader.com “Research shows that the acquisition of knowledge happens through physical TURKEY DINNERS Galveston Historical re-launches actions or connections,” Har- $ Cowgirls earn first place rison said. “Camping is an Starting @ 39.95 (Feeds 4-6) activity which helps students Larger Meals Available • ORDER BY NOV. 20TH 1900 Storm plaques program connect subjects into a thought-filled perspective of - Holiday Desserts Available - Galveston Historical changed by replacing the tact the applicant. Owners of their lives through interaction Foundation (GHF) has re- “2000” (year of 100th anni- buildings that qualify may with the outdoors and others. Family Affairs Catering launched its popular and suc- versary) with “8 Sept.” to then pay the remaining $100 We all need time to re-create cessful 1900 Storm Survivor commemorate the date of the for their plaque, and their ourselves; it is important to “Delicious Home Cooked Meals” Plaque program. 1900 Storm. The plaque order will be placed. our well-being.” On Sept. 8, 1900, the most material has also been There is an approximate Harrison’s students learn 713-393-9816 devastating recorded natural changed. four- to six-week turnaround such lessons as trip planning, disaster in U.S. history struck Originally made from a time from the time of order- map reading, tent setup, com- 12430 Hwy. 3 Unit B-20 • Webster, TX 77598 Galveston Island, claiming plastic resin, the plaques are ing the plaques until they are 6,000 to 8,000 lives and now being offered in cast delivered. Some plaques may destroying thousands of bronze. The upgrade in the be kept in stock, but this can- buildings. GHF first offered materials for the plaques has not be guaranteed. Patrons the 1900 Storm Survivor necessitated a change in pric- who would like plaques in FREE REGISTRATION - GOOD THRU DEC. 3 Plaque 10 years ago, to coming. There is a $20 applica- time for holiday delivery are NEW ENROLLMENTS ONLY • WWW.MSJANETS.COM memorate the 100th anniver- tion fee which covers staff encouraged to order now. sary of this storm and to cel- time to research and verify Application forms are Child Care & Learning Center ebrate the buildings that still the age of the house. This fee available at www.galveston stand to define the historic can be waived for a property history.org/1900PlaqueRenew Ms. Janet’s Children of the Future character of Galveston. that already has an approved al.asp or at GHF’s Architec- Monday - Friday 6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. The new plaques have original 1900 Storm Survivor tural Salvage Warehouse at 6 wks - 23 mos. $110 a week been modified in two ways. Plaque application. 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Upcoming contests awareness include the Lone Star Preview, Bands of America Super Re- Thompson Intermedi- Erin Richardson, Bianca gionals in the San Antonio Ala- ate School sold the most Hunter, Jennifer Guer- modome, and Bands of America breast cancer awareness rero, Felicia Petit, VeAnn Pictured are, left to right, (front row) Dalia Castillo, Melinda Funni, Toni Lopez, Grand Nationals in Indianapolis. T-shirts in the Pasadena Richards, Candice Dev- Drummers players warm up and get in the zone prior to their BOA Pearland Debbie Scheffer, Ashley Chaddock, Snow Vo, (back row) Melissa Taylor, Stephanie Finals performance. Shown are, left to right, Oscar Kutch, Micheal Gasvoda, Albert, Patricia Sites and Stephanie McGough-Hudson. Photo by Carol Waters Independent School Dis- illiar, Kacie Young, Ka- Dustin Neubauer, Marshall Fails, Dylan Domel-White, and Rohan Limye. trict for the third consec- tina Kirk, Mark Varian, Photo by Alan Bartos utive year, selling more Rebekah Seeley, Andrea than 150 shirts this year. Clement, Sheila Smith Thompson is commit- and Yvonne Pena. Jenifer The Clear Brook High School Band’s ted to doing its part to fi nd Hill, Janie De Los San- original theme is based on repetition, a cure for breast cancer. tos, Jimel Lott, Sandy as their first set begins with the repeat As do many other school Castoreno, Dan Hoppie, sign. district employees, they Diane Thompson, Dusty Photo by Maggie Isgren know many of the names Blackburn, John Davis, on the back of the shirts. Youlanda Ravenell, Lau- Just like last year, ra Tuttle, Joe Peabody, Thompson teamed up Janice Frankum, Toby with Gulf Coast Credit Lavergne, Sandra Curtis, Union, led by Rhonda Morgan Honeycutt and Kirchman, to sell more Deanne Davis. than 45 shirts. Thomp- Glen Russell, Mike son, along with the credit Tuneberg, Emily Cruz, union, Continental and Martha Vega, Deandre Dr. Larry Milner’s offi ce, Herron, Deloris Gonza- will make a difference for les, Nikki Fontenot, Brian breast cancer awareness. Mason, Temeka Brown, Pictured are, left to right, (front row) Jessica Krustchinsky, Cathy Broussard, Sue Thompson raised a total Calisha Woods, Gary Evans, (second row) Holly Bailey, Jennifer Aleman-Spray, Debbie Hirsch, Amy of approximately $2,500 Hickman, Cheryl Shimek, Whalen, Gina Gibson, Yolanda Grant, Susie Haas, Cherrise Lindsley, Carol Wa- for the cause. Cathy Satterwhite, Immar ters, (third row) Nichole Cannon, Renee Gobea, Elizabeth Ramirez, Prudencio Others participating Mendoza, Rhonda Kirch- Reyna, Martha Weatherford, Lemona Lemarr, Joyce Koska, (back row) Sherial but not pictured (due to man, Ayana Swift, Nich- Caswell, Gregg Baumgartner, Bill Kirchman, John Fowler and Todd Taylor. bad weather) are Erica ole Lavigne and Sharon Bears of the Month named Photo by Immar Mendoza Alvarez, Rachel Soptick, Prince. Dobie receives Rodriguez education grant dedicates Dobie High School recent- of the South Belt communi- Livestrong ly received a $750 grant from ty,” said Steve Jamail, Dobie the ExxonMobil Education High School principal. to Gabby Alliance program to support The ExxonMobil Educa- the school’s math and science tion Alliance program is South Belt resident Sal programs. designed to provide Exxon Rodriguez dedicated his Bhaskar Chinlet of CORS and Mobil retailers with an 65-mile Livestrong ride to Exxon Station at the intersec- opportunity to invest in the Gabby Romero recently. tion of Sabo Road and Belt- future of their communities way 8 worked with school through educational grants to Rodriguez started rid- officials to secure the grant, neighborhood schools. ing and raising funds for which is one of 2,400 avail- ExxonMobil officials be- the Livestrong organiza- able to schools across the lieve that local retailers are tion three years ago dedi- country served by Exxon or best qualified to work with cating each ride to fam- Mobil stations. local educators to help iden- ily members and friends The grants were made tify schools and programs who have fought against possible by funding from the most in need of support. Rodriguez crosses the finish line. cancer. His family and ExxonMobil Corporation. Chinlet met stringent eli- friends have gone each “We are honored to be the gibility criteria before apply- recipient of this grant. I ing for and being awarded year to cheer him on as would like to thank Exxon- this grant, including having a he crosses the fi nish line Beverly Hills Intermediate and Challenger Bears of Eddie Perez, Yadira Gonzalez and Harrison Clark. Mobil, but especially Mr. commitment to provide a and are very proud of the Month for October are, left to right, (front row) Not pictured are Grace Esparza, Chris Harris, Thien Chinlet, for showing such a superior buying experience his accomplishments. Donald Groves, Gabi Ramiro, Jasmyn Hernandez, Nguyen, Salvador Padilla, Cheyene Simpson and Jackie strong interest in the students for customers. With permission from Arnetta Sessor, Aaron Jordan, (back row) Luis Trejo, Soria. Photo submitted the Romero family, Ro- Guadalupe Hernandez, Eyah Spence, Robert Torres, Lions Club meets Nov. 24 driguez dedicated this year’s ride to Gabby The Houston Space City Lions Club will meet Tuesday, Romero. He hopes others NASA overpass, structures to be decorated Nov. 24, at 7 p.m. at the Golden Corral, 12500 Gulf Freeway. will join him next year as For information, call George Malone at 281-438-7243. The Bay Area Houston “The purpose of this project These branded “gateways” tle orbiter with black shading he tries to extend his ride Transportation Partnership, is to visually enhance major will also allow visitors, par- accompanied by the name of to 90 miles. Before his BayTran, and the Bay Area transportation corridors with ticularly interstate travelers, a Bay Area Houston city. ride, family and friends Houston Economic Partner- a regional theme, which to more easily identify cities Both the BayTran and BAHEP from as far as Chicago ship, have joined forces to would serve to beautify the and, consequently, the attrac- organizations feel that the Kaur semifinalist sent e-mails of support bring destination branding to NASA Bypass and other des- tions that they offer. Bay Area Houston Regional and encouragement as the region. The endeavor has ignated areas,” Coletta Bob Mitchell, BAHEP Brand project will emphasize well as donations of more been named the Bay Area Castleschouldt, Bay-Tran president, stated, “We will be the uniqueness of the region. Supporting Rodriguez are, left to right, Lisa Castellano than $800 to the Live- Houston Regional Brand. president, explained. approaching our member cit- Mitchell noted, “Becoming a and daughter Clarissa Moreno, niece Dominique Palacios, strong organization for ies within the next couple of stakeholder in this important Sal Rodriguez and sister Maria Fernandez. Not shown their race to fi nd a cure. weeks to determine where regional initiative gives our are his father, Sal Rodriguez Sr., sister Yvette Rodriguez, Isaiah Tanksley was born Nov. 13, 2009 they would want to have the cities the opportunity to be a and close family friends Albert and Glenda Benoit who regional branding placed part of a contemporary also traveled to Austin to show their support. to Ryan and Beth Tanksley within their city limits.” enhancement project as well of Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Meetings have already as to promote a strong region- been held with Dana Cote, al theme supportive of Bay He weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz. district landscape architect Area Houston.” Special Wishes are sent to Isaiah from with the Texas Department of The artwork that will be GALVESTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION his Grandparents Transportation, and local art- painted on both the NASA ist Scott Derr, a highway and Bypass support structure and PRESENTS THE Eli and Sheila Tanksley. bridge painting specialist, the bridge retaining walls will regarding implementation of have a special protective coat- 36TH ANNUAL the project. ing that will extend its dura- Dickens The artwork that will be bility, and its beauty, for placed on an existing NASA approximately 15 years. on Bypass consists of a space Castleschouldt added, “The The shuttle orbiter integrated with cost of the gold sailboat DECEMBER Strand a sailboat theme. 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Clear Brook, Dobie holiday basketball slate But there will be few breaks for those playing Longhorn boys host Friendswood high school basketball. Wolverine boys host Dekaney While area students will Monday, Nov. 23, 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, 3 p.m. not attend classes Nov. 23- 27, there is plenty of high Subvarsity play begins at 11 a.m. Subvarsity play begins at 11 a.m. school action to go around. Most programs will be in action during the holiday Wolverine boys host Spring Wolverine girls at Deer Park break. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 1 p.m. Since the season is just Monday, Nov. 23, 1 p.m. getting under way for the Subvarsity play begins at 10 a.m. Subvarsity play begins at 10 a.m. boys and the girls have played games for roughly two weeks, now is not the Longhorn boys at MacArthur Longhorn girls at Cinco Ranch time to take a break. The up side? Local fans Monday, Nov. 23, 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 7 p.m. will have plenty of opportu- Subvarsity play begins at noon Subvarsity play begins at 4 p.m. nities to get out and watch the action.

Brook boys hoops Guajardo completes S.A. marathon The 8-under select baseball Legends won the United iel Garza, Brandon Trevino, Jonathon Marroquin, States Specialty Sports Association World Series title Christopher Thomas, Rex Thompson, (back row) in South Houston. Members of the team are, left to coaches Chris Thomas, Mark Parham, James Miller, open with victory right, (front row) Gage Parham, Adam Gonzales, Jeff White and Danny Garza. Romero was named Robert Green, Joseph Mohammedi, Dylan White, the tournament most valuable player for his out- Robert Romero, (middle row) Peyton Miller, Dan- standing performance. CB, Dobie girls win, too Delia Guajardo (right), a resident of Riverstone Clear Brook’s varsity mon has the Lady Wolver- Ranch and longtime area boys’ basketball team is ines playing well thus far in resident, completed the Local college athletes compete at nationals off to a rousing start after her fi rst season. San Antonio Rock ’N’ clubbing Angleton 100-51 Clear Brook traveled to Roll Marathon, a 26.2 Several Dobie High title. ate Beatrice Soto on the in the fi rst round. The eight- in the season opener for Katy Nov. 17, putting a 46- mile course, in a time of School graduates are getting Two former Dobie girls’ Apaches’ team. team national event runs both teams Nov. 17 at Clear 35 defeat on the Lady Ti- 6 hours, 42 minutes and the chance to experience the soccer standouts are living Tyler (16-0-1) is the Nov. 19-22. Brook. gers to move to 5-1 overall 12 seconds. Guajardo thrill of national competi- a dream as members of the fourth-seeded team in the Fans wishing to follow Darren Smith pumped in this season. began training for the tion on the collegiate level. Tyler Junior College pro- women’s national tourna- the results of either tourna- 20 points for Clear Brook, Kia Love led the Lady event last May. Her sup- Abbey (Parker) Barnett gram. ment, hosted by Tyler. ment may do so by visiting which also got 16 points Wolverines with 16 points, port team included her and Brooke Spossey are Taylor DeLeon, a 2008 The Apaches will face the National Junior College from Jeff Blanchett and 12 and Kiara Redmon added husband, Art Guajardo, members of the San Jacinto Dobie High School gradu- fi fth-seeded Schoolcraft Athletic Association’s Web from Jarek Player. 14. Adelyn Ezeh had a ter- sister Sandra Cisneros College women’s volleyball ate is joined by 2009 gradu- Community College (Ohio) site at www.njcaa.org. The Wolverines took rifi c overall game and fi n- and John Valdez, daugh- team, which is making its control early, outscoring the ished with 10 points. ter Erica and Frank Sala- fi fth straight appearance at Wildcats 26-11 in the fi rst JFD girls top Madison zar, Andrew Guajardo, nationals. Tanksley champion of FB pickers quarter. Despite shooting fi ve of Diana Rangel, Jeremiah The Ravens, poised with Things got better for 20 from the free throw line, Guajardo (Melillo Mid- the seventh seed and a 30-7 Clear Brook in the second the Dobie varsity girls got dle School), Anita Gua- overall record, will take on quarter as head coach Jason past Madison 36-31 Nov. 17 jardo (Challenger) and tenth-seeded Frank Phillips Pillow saw his team open at Dobie. Shadae Shepherd Kayla Guajardo (South College (Borger, Texas) in a 48-25 halftime edge en led the Lady Longhorns (3- Belt Elementary). the fi rst round. route to the rout. 2) with 13 points. Derlesha The 16-team national CB girls now 5-1 Thomas added eight points event runs Nov. 19-21 at Head coach Blair Red- in the win. the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa. San Jacinto is seeking its fi rst Sports calendar Houston Jokers 10-U places second SWIMMING Friday, Nov. 20 Dobie at TISCA Gulf prelims, Conroe, 7 a.m.

Thursday, Nov. 19 (McDonald’s Texas Invitational) Dobie varsity boys host Manvel, Dobie, 9 a.m. Dobie varsity girls host Cy-Creek, Dobie, noon Dobie varsity boys host S.A. Warren, Dobie, 1:30 p.m. Brook varsity girls host La Porte, Sam Rayburn, noon

Friday, Nov. 20 (McDonald’s Texas Invitational) Dobie varsity boys in bracket play, TBA Dobie varsity girls in bracket play, TBA Brook varsity girls in bracket play, TBA

Saturday, Nov. 21 (McDonald’s Texas Invitational) Dobie varsity boys in bracket play, TBA Dobie varsity girls in bracket play, TBA Brook varsity girls in bracket play, TBA

Monday, Nov. 23 Dobie varsity boys at MacArthur, 3:00 Clear Brook varsity boys host Dekaney, 2:00 Clear Brook varsity girls at Deer Park, 1:00 Dobie JV boys at MacArthur, 1:30 Clear Brook JV boys host Dekaney, 12:30 Clear Brook JV girls at Deer Park, 11:30 Dobie sophomore boys at MacArthur, noon Clear Brook sophomore boys host Dekaney, 11:00 Dobie freshman A boys at MacArthur, 1:30 Eli Tanksley (seated center) will forever have his name engraved on the cham- Clear Brook freshman A boys host Dekaney, 12:30 pionship plaque after taking fi rst place in the South Belt-Ellington Leader’s an- Clear Brook freshman A girls at Deer Park, 10 a.m. nual high school football pickers contest. Tanksley’s fi nal record of 70-39 was Dobie freshman B boys at MacArthur, noon The Houston Jokers, a 10-under select baseball team Hunter Guerrero, (middle row) Alex Muniz, Brendon one game better than that of defending champion Toni Muse. Those celebrating Clear Brook freshman B boys host Dekaney, 11:00 from the South Belt area, took second place at the Griffi n, Ricky Gonzales, Frank Mendez, Jovan Cor- Tanksley’s victory at a season-concluding luncheon included, left to right, Lead- Clear Brook freshman B girls at Deer Park, 11:30 Junior Tejano tournament in Magnolia Nov. 14-15. rea, Mattias Gallo, (back row) coaches Oscar Perrea er sports editor John Bechtle, Tanksley, Joe Craddock, (back row) Troy Leland, Members of the Jokers are, left to right, (front row) and Carlos Gallo and manager Rudy Mendez. Not Muse and Emory Gadd. Leland was third followed by Craddock, Bechtle and Tuesday, Nov. 24 Elias Rodriguez, Aaron Perrea, Lorenzo Navarro, pictured are Andres Padilla and Andrew Hinojosa. Gadd. Clear Brook varsity boys host Spring, 1:00 Clear Brook JV boys host Spring, 11:30 Clear Brook sophomore boys host Spring, 10 a.m. Clear Brook freshman A boys host Spring, 11:30 a.m. South Belt Horns collect Toys 4 Tots 6-under Lady Longhorns win at DP Clear Brook freshman B boys host Spring, 10 a.m.

Friday, Nov. 27 Clear Brook JV boys at Deer Park tourn., TBA

Saturday, Nov. 28 Dobie varsity boys host Friendswood, Dobie, 3:00 Dobie JV boys host Friendswood, 12:30 Clear Brook JV boys at Deer Park tourn., TBA Dobie sophomore boys host Friendswood, 11 a.m. Dobie freshman A boys host Friendswood, 12:30 Dobie freshman B boys host Friendswood, 11 a.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 2 Beverly Hills 8th Dark girls host Thompson, 4:30 Beverly Hills 8th Light girls host Thompson, 5:45 Beverly Hills 7th Dark girls host Thompson, 4:30 Beverly Hills 7th Light girls host Thompson, 5:45 Thompson 8th Dark boys host Beverly Hills, 5:00 Thompson 8th Light boys host Beverly Hills, 6:15 Thompson 7th Dark boys host Beverly Hills, 5:00 Thompson 7th Light boys host Beverly Hills, 6:15

Thursday, Dec. 3 Clear Brook varsity boys host Clear Creek tourn., TBA Clear Brook freshman A boys at Kingwood tourn., TBA Brook freshman B boys at South Houston tourn., TBA

Friday, Dec. 4 Clear Brook varsity boys host Clear Creek tourn., TBA Clear Brook freshman A boys at Kingwood tourn., TBA The South Belt Girls Softball Association’s 6-under Lady Longhorns placed fi rst Brook freshman B boys at South Houston tourn., TBA Members of the 9-under and 10-under South Belt drew Arriaga, Alex Arriaga, Matthew Morales, Mike at a tournament in Deer Park. Members of the team are, left to right, (front Horns select baseball teams collected toys and cash Villareal, Marcos Veloquio, R.J. Ortega, Jonathan row) Gennese Garza, Brianna Almaguer, Chloe Ramirez, Aliyah Barajas, Yes- Saturday, Dec. 6 donations for the Toys 4 Tots program with the as- Saldana, (back row) Master Sgt. David Hernandez, senia Pena, (middle row) Leslie Longoria, Micaela Jimenez, Emma Garcia, Mia Clear Brook varsity boys host Clear Creek tourn., TBA sistance of the U.S. Marines. Those on hand included, Lance Cpl. Jose G. Rodriguez and Sgt. Aldo Pena. Myers, (back row) coaches Mike Jimenez, Jose Longoria, Ricardo Garza and Clear Brook freshman A boys at Kingwood tourn., TBA left to right, (kneeling) Seth Barber, (middle row) An- Hector Garcia Brook freshman B boys at South Houston tourn., TBA Thursday, November 19, 2009, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 McDonald’s basketball now a year-round project 7-U Avengers win state coach pitch title Continued from Page 1B vision II fi nalists Corpus the players and coaches and the seven years. I can’t wait “There are so many peo- Phillips Field House in Pas- Christi Ray (champion) and their fans to walk away with to see things shake out.” ple who play a big part in adena. Tomball (second place). a tremendous experience.” Volunteers are noted making this work, and they Most of last season’s Cy-Fair’s Chiney Ogwu- As for the talent, Meador The basketball talent on are all volunteers,” Meador divisional champions have mike, widely considered the is again excited about the the courts will take care of said. returned. San Antonio top female recruit in the na- possbilities in each of the itself, and fans will be able “They have all bought in- Madison (champion) and tion, recently signed a letter divisions. to see some of the state’s to our plan and have done Duncanville (runner up), of intent to play at Stan- “I have had some coaches top talent up close and per- whatever is necessary to see the boys’ Division I gold ford. say they want to come to our sonal. it carried out. I’m so proud bracket fi nalists from 2008, Now in its seventh sea- tournament because teams And while that’s the because I truly believed, as are back. son, the McDonald’s event that do come ultimately end biggest reason the event is did others, that the city of Duncanville lost four may in fact possess its best up at the state tournament,” held, there are other things Pasadena was capable of players to Division I college fi eld of talent ever. Meador said. Meador is excited about. hosting a fi rst-class spec- basketball after last season, “I do believe that,” “We are getting nation- One day all those years tacle of this nature. Seven but star Perry Jones is back. Meador said. “I have had wide mention as one of, if ago, the invitational was a years later, we’re well on Among the girls, Divi- coaches tell me this is the not the premiere tourna- vision. our way.” sion I champion College fi nest tournament they have ment in the country. And Meador, a longtime fan The PISD education Park and second-place Cy- ever been to. That makes all this year’s fi eld of teams is of all high school athletics, foundation has already ben- Fair will return, as will Di- of us feel good. We want probably our best ever in wanted to be able to bring efi ted from the donation of a high profi le event to the hundreds of thousands of Pasadena area. He knew he dollars over the years. CB, JFD girls compete well would need help but that the This year will likely be vision could be realized. no different. It’s all part of The vision became a plan a vision. with the help of many en- “This is the best pool of at Baytown hoops invite thusiasts, and now the plan talent we’ve had,” Meador is carried out on an annual said. “In both boys’ and The Clear Brook and Do- that is learning what it has that by downing Texas City basis by some 400 volun- girls’ play, we have some of bie varsity girls’ basketball to do to win.” 60-32 in the fi rst round at teers. the fi nest teams anywhere. progams could not wait for Clear Brook ran past Cy- Baytown. The 7-under American Avengers VIII South squad Jartis Soloman, Luis Ruales, Mateo Lamas, Jonathan The tournament steer- “We are truly honored to the star-fi lled McDonald’s Ridge relatively easily in the Next came the Clear won the coach pitch fall season United States Spe- Morales, (middle row) Jonathan Resendez, Xavier ing committee works nearly be able to host an event of Texas Invitational to get Baytown opener but then Brook-Dobie battle as the cialty Sports Association state tournament in South Cantu, David Trevino, Sebastian Soliz, (back row) year-round at securing spon- this magnitude. We invite their seasons in high gear. had to get a big defensive Lady Wolverines eased out Houston. Members of the team are, left to right, Gab- head coach David Trevino, manager Luis Ruales and sorships and tending to even everyone out to have a great Instead, both teams were play from senior Stephanie of the gymnasium with a by Luna, Alejandro Ruales (bat boy) , Gabriel Rojas, assistant coach Ruben Ramirez. the smallest of details. time for a great cause.” involved in the Baytown Gonzalez to hold off Dobie. 40-38 victory. Lee Gander Tip-Off Classic Playing against a Liv- Dobie rebounded by Nov. 12-14. ingston team that possesses beating Crosby 64-62 in the Clear Brook managed to a pair of potential Division fi nal game for the locals. seize neighborhood brag- I college signees, the Lady “We played very well ging rights with a second Wolverines fell short. Then against Texas City,” Dobie round win over Dobie. came an easy win over Sam coach Shane Brown said. The two teams will meet Rayburn. “We also responded well again in a regular-season “This early in the season; in the Crosby game, coming matchup Dec. 4 at Dobie. it’s hard to be overly excited back from a loss to Clear The Lady Wolverines lat- about things because there Brook. One of our goals er fell to Livingston, there- is such a long way to go,” was to get two wins in the fore missing a shot at the Redmon said. tournament, and we did.” championship game before “Our players saw that Against Clear Brook, taking down Sam Rayburn against Livingston we had Dobie also played well but for third place. some chances but didn’t came up on the short end. CB wins fi ve of six execute when we had those Brown, perhaps setting Combined with an open- chances. the table for the rematch ing night win over Crosby, “Our win over Dobie was in December, had plenty of Clear Brook’s 3-1 record in a good one. They bring the praise for the Lady Wolver- Baytown gives the team a defensive pressure and are ines. 5-1 early season mark. well-coached. We trailed “Clear Brook played a That sounds good to pretty late in the game fantastic game against us,” fi rst-year head coach Blair and came back and got the Brown said. Redmon, but there is still win.” “They handled our de- plenty to do. Lady Horns go 2-1 fensive pressure really well “Overall, things have After dropping the sea- and forced us into several gone fairly well,” she said. son opener to Friendswood, crucial mistakes at crucial “There is a ton of basketball the Lady Longhorns were times on the other end. left. Even though we have eager to get into the win Brook is a mentally tough six seniors, I still feel like column for the fi rst time. team and extremely well- we are a fairly young team The team accomplished coached.” JFD swimmers strong at LP meet; Lutheran South also earns wins In one of the early multi- place in the boys’ 100-free In the girls’ 100-free, school meets, this one the La with a time of 50.51. Kyle Kathleen Nguyen’s time of Porte Invitational, both the Peterson was the winner 1:05.28 placed her fi fth. Dobie and Lutheran South of the 100-yard backstroke The Lady Longhorns Academy swimming teams event in a time of 57.34, also scored well in the came away with plenty of and Karch Peterson claimed 100-breaststroke as Tra- honors. third place at 1:09.89 in the manh Nguyen and Graham Pioneers fourth, ninth 100-breaststroke. excelled. Lutheran South Acade- The Pioneer girls placed Tramanh Nguyen’s time my, competing against sev- ninth after picking up 87 of 1:23.47 gave her fi fth eral of the local big-name points. place, and Graham’s time of public school programs, The team opened the 1:24.13 was sixth-best. fared extremely well. meet with a fi fth-place In the girls’ 50-free, a The boys’ team fi nished showing in the 400-medley time of 28.90 placed Kath- fourth overall with 226 relay in a time of 5:16.79. leen Nguyen fourth, while points, coming away with The team was made up of teammate Graham was fi fth wins in three relay events. Alycia Hester, Madison at 29.07. The Pioneers came out Cooper, Ryan Hatrick and Tramanh Nguyen came strong, taking fi rst place in Brittany Morgan. back to take fourth place the 400-yard medley relay In the 100-breastsroke, overall in the 50-breastroke in a time of 4 minutes, 6.52 the Pioneers’ Kathleen Bry- with a time of 38.56. seconds. In the event, LSA an was second overall in a The Lady Longhorns’ was represented by Chris time of 1:22.62. Teammate time of 1:59.69 in the 200- Mowrey, Karch Peterson, Hester placed third with a yard freestyle was good for Kyle Peterson and Alex time of 1:22.92. third place as Graham, Paige Naumann. Dobie takes fi fth, sixth Jones, Tramanh Nguyen and In the 250-yard freestyle The Lady Longhorns’ Kathleen Nguyen formed relay, the Pioneers made girls came through with the team. their way to the wall fi rst in a great performance for Dobie boys are sixth a time of 2:20.75 as Karch fi fth place overall with 174 The Longhorns’ boys Peterson, Kyle Peterson, points. unit picked up sixth place Sam Kane and Naumann The Dobie boys, in turn, overall. joined the victory celebra- took sixth place after gath- Reggie Barton produced tion. ering 197 points. Dobie’s best fi nish as he In the 200-free relay, Dobie’s girls got out of was third in the 100-fl y at LSA got its third victory of the gates quickly, placing 1:01.02. the meet behind the effort of second in the 400-medley Dobie fi nished the Kane, Karch Peterson, Kyle relay. The team’s foursome meet by taking fi fth in Peterson and Naumann, of Tramanh Nguyen, Kath- the 200-freestyle relay at with a time of 1:35.37. leen Nguyen, Claire Logan 1:43.29 as Martin Zuber, The Pioneers also had and Chelsea Graham put to- Barton, Chase Lindsey and plenty of individual success. gether a time of 5:14.45 for Michael Henderson com- Naumann captured fi rst the placing. peted. CALENDAR HELP WANTED THURSDAY, NOV. 19 Scarsdale Blvd. Visitors are welcome. Call 281-481-1238 for more or dysfunctional homes. For more information, call 281-286-1431. 7 a.m. information. 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Texas German Society, South Belt (Southeast) Chapter – A Noon 9 a.m. social group interested in the culture, music, heritage and lan- Moving Forward Women’s Adult Children Anonymous – The Friends of Parker Williams Library – Meetings are held at the guage of the immigrants in early German settlements in Texas. ACA group meets Fridays at noon at the Up The Street Club in Parker Williams Branch Library on the fourth Monday of each Call Today Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Webster, 508 Nasa Parkway, in room 4. ACA is a 12-step program month at 9 a.m. except for April, July and October, when they 281-481-5656 in the Fellowship Hall of Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 10310 of hope, healing and recovery for people who grew up in alcoholic are held at 7 p.m. 281-481-5656 Continued on Page 4B Page 4, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, November 19, 2009 REAL ESTATE

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Thinking Of Selling??… Call for our FREE 11-26 ESTIMATE OF YOUR PROPERTY’S VALUE! 713-943-7172 PERSONAL 11502 Dumas THANK YOU SO MUCH St. Jude worker of miracles for answering my prayers. 11-19 CHILD CARE SERVICE PETS MS. SHERRY”S DAYCARE. 20 POMERANIAN PUPPIES: 2 boys, yrs. experience. Children ages 5 1 light brown, 1 dark brown. and up. Transportation to and from CALENDAR Parents on site. born Aug. 12, Southbelt area schools. Morning 2009. 281-485-6415. Leave a and afternoon care and activities. Continued from Page 3B Houston Space City Lions Club – Meets the second and fourth message with a name + number. 713-941-3032. 11-19 Additional Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Golden Corral, 12500 Gulf 11-26 House Repair therapy from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Freeway. For more information, call George Malone at 281-438- COMPUTER 7243. Southbelt-Data-Systems - Hard REAL ESTATE Hospital, 655 E. 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For information, call 713-204-2481. GARAGE SALES LEASE/SALE: 10111 SAGEDALE, Air Patrol Building. Call 281-484-1352 and leave a message for WEDNESDAY, NOV. 25 11426 SAGEMIST: Sat., Nov. 21 & 5-3.5-3 Perry Home. All huge FINGERTIPS more information. 7 a.m. We Clean Houses… 28, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Large moving rooms, master down, walk-in clos- & 7 p.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, sale. Almost everything goes. ets, pool, iron gate, quiet street. Grief Support Group – “Friends Helping Friends” meets every Queen bedroom set, twin bed, READ 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- $1,580 mo., good credit, + deposit. Holidays are coming Monday from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehab Hospital, 655 E. couches, bbq pit, clothing, art, Please leave message twice. 281- soon. Schedule your Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Those who have lost a spouse tion, or just drop in. cleaning appointment Christmas decor, and more. 922-7689. 11-26 early and save or other loved one are invited to participate. For information, call 9:30 a.m. THE 11-26 FOR LEASE: Beverly Hills, clean Betty Flynn at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033. Young at Heart Club – Meets the second and fourth week of each $ month at Covenant United Methodist Church, 7900 Fuqua. Lots of 9723 TILTREE: Sat., Nov. 21, 8 4-2-2 w/appliances & fancy art. 10 TUESDAY, NOV. 24 CLASSIFIEDS One coupon per customer. With coupon a.m. - 1 p.m. Multiple families, $850/month & equal deposit. 1 only. Not valid with any other offer. 7 a.m. activities, trips, etc. Call Nellie Galney at 713-991-3517 for more information. household goods, clothes, organ, year lease. Call 210-435-9414. and you’re AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. electronics, toys & games. 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Patent-pending energy Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise held from 4 to Fri. & Sat., Nov. 20-21, 8:30 a.m. - mix without caffeine. Tim 310-303- 281-585-3672. 3 p.m. Estate sale! 11-19 selling...jobs and Noon 5 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Pearland, 3005 Pearland Parkway, 9656. TF Pearland. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a complete list of services HEALTH Free Exercise Class – Basic low impact aerobic classes on DECORATING FOR the holidays? homes, choice Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at noon at the Sagemont offered. HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED on I can help. Let me hang your lights. Community Center, 11507 Hughes Road. Registration is required. 6:30 p.m. the job or in an automobile acci- Set-up/take down service avail- business Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Domestic dent? The company doctor or able. Call 281-896-1276 today for LEGAL For more information, call Beatrice at 281-922-2343. 1 p.m. violence support group for male survivors meets each Wednesday insurance company doctor is not your estimate. 12-3 opportunities and Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora- at 210 S. Walnut off NASA Parkway. Call 281-338-7600 for informa- your doctor. He works for the THANK YOU SOUTH BELT Area mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. tion. Participants may join at any time as this is an open group. company. In Texas you get to for 30 years of business! Call now sometimes just 7 p.m. choose your doctor. Call me, Dr. for 10% off painting, repairs, etc. NOTICE Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. 204 S. Main. For information, call 713-472-0565. Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Confidential Michael Stokes for your free con- No job too small! Jim Green 281- a friend... 1:30 p.m. domestic violence support group for women meets every week. For sultation. 281-481-1623. I will work 642-4340. 12-3 Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech information, call 281-338-7600 or visit www.bayareaturning point. for you. I have been relieving back WORK WANTED com. BATP is located at 210 S. Walnut off NASA Parkway between and neck pain for South Belt fami- 281-481-5656 therapy from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Bayshore Sports Medicine and PRIVATE DUTY SITTER. Will care STORAGE LIEN SALE Interstate 45 South and Highway 3. The 24-hour crisis hotline is lies for over 25 years. I want to be Rehabilitation Center, 4021 Brookhaven, Pasadena. Visit www. for your elderly loved one. Live-in 281-286-2525. your chiropractor. TF LRD CORPORATION hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. or will work 12 hrs. in hospital or THURSDAY, NOV. 26 South Belt- 5 p.m. HELP WANTED convalescene home, have 20 yrs. DBA ALMEDA MALL BOAT & RV STORAGE THANKSGIVING DAY Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free water therapy from 5 to DRIVERS: Local/regional! Great exp. Have refs. 713-645-0080 or Ellington Leader 11502 DUMAS, HOUSTON, TX 77034 6 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 pay, bonuses, & benefits incl. 713-838-6932. 12-3 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a FREE health ins. CDL-A, X End., 1 11555 Beamer complete list of services offered. Turn those unwanted items in year TT exp. 800-256-6360. 11-26 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE of property to satisfy 6:30 p.m. HOUSE CLEANING Clear Lake Toastmasters Club – Meets at the Clear Lake Church Advertise! landlord’s lien. Sale at 10 a.m. November 30, 2009 of Christ, 938 El Dorado Blvd. Call Jerry Tate at 281-481-5417 for your garage and closets into at 11502 Dumas Street, Houston, TX. Property information. will be sold to highest bidder for cash. Cleanup and TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – Meets at Sagemont cash. Bring ads into Leader Recreation Center, 11507 Hughes. For information, call Erma removal deposit may be required. Seller reserves Coskey at 713-946-6049. right to withdraw property from sale. Property in- 7 p.m. office by Tuesday or use the St. Luke The Evangelist Catholic Church Tutoring – St. Luke’s cludes contents of spaces of following tenants: offers tutoring classes Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays mail slot by the front door. from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the church located at 11011 Hall Road. D-6 Randy Zane Schmidt: 1990 Ford Model LXE For more information, call 281-484-1397 or e-mail joe_pavlicek@ 11555 Beamer • 281-481-5656 yahoo.com. automobile

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