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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, January 24, 2019 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 43, No. 51 Chamber gala planned The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce will hold its 35th annual gala on City to disperse $1B+ to Harvey victims Friday, Feb. 8, at Golfcrest Country Club. Cocktails will begin at 6 p.m. to be fol- The City of Houston has taken a critical step lowed by a dinner. State Sen. Larry Tay- (Southeast, 11550 Fuqua St., third fl oor; North- the affected homeowners as possible, especially wants another delay in the process. The survey forward with the opening of four Housing Re- lor will be guest speaker at the event. All in- east, 9551 N. Wayside; Northwest, 13101 North- those who are hardest to reach – our disadvan- will help us understand each homeowner’s situ- source Centers, one in each quadrant of the city, coming chamber offi cers will be sworn in west Freeway (Highwawy 290), Suite 101; taged, senior citizens, those with limited English ation better and determine which program they to use $1.17 billion in federal aid to assist Hous- at the function. Sponsorships for the event Southwest, 6464 Savoy Drive, Suite 110). profi ciency and those with special needs,” Turner may be eligible for.” tonians whose homes were damaged by Hurri- are available. For more information, contact Mobile outreach teams are also available to said at the event. “We will not leave anyone be- Tom McCasland, director of the City Hous- cane Harvey. the chamber at 281-481-5516 or info@south serve home-bound residents and others. hind.” ing and Community Development Department, Anyone who may be eligible must fi rst com- beltchamber.com. Mayor Sylvester Turner opened the Northeast On the importance of taking the Harvey Re- emphasized that the city has moved quickly to plete a survey: center on Monday, Jan. 14, encouraging commu- covery Survey, the mayor continued, “No one Continued on Page 6A I-45 closures scheduled • Online at https://recovery.houstontx.gov nity members to be ambassadors for the recov- • By phone at 832-393-0550 (Monday – Fri- ery effort to ensure no eligible homeowner is left There will be a total closure of the north- day, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.) out. bound frontage road of the Gulf Freeway from • Or in person at any of the new centers “Our goal is to reach and serve as many of PISD names honorees NASA Road 1 to FM 518 through 5 a.m. June 30. Northbound traffi c on the frontage road will take the I-45 northbound entrance ramp at FM- Boykins promotes city assistance 518 and take the NASA Road 1 exit. to Athletics Hall of Fame The closure is associated with an ongo- ing construction project to widen the freeway The Pasadena Independent School District will “Stoney” Phillips, Newcomb was moved to South from three to fi ve lanes in each direction and honor two South Belt individuals at this year’s Houston High by Gerald Myers, PISD athletic di- the frontage roads from two to three lanes in PISD Athletics Hall of Fame induction ceremony rector in 1966 to coach football, basketball, base- each direction. to be held on April 13. ball, track, golf and swimming. In 1981, Newcomb The Pasadena ISD Athletics Hall of Fame gala, was named the SHHS Trojans’ campus athletic Beltway 8 closures planned now in its seventh year, honors some of the greatest director and head football coach, earning district One northbound and one southbound lane of names in sports for shining at an elite level during 23-5A football coach of the year by his peers. New- SH 3/Old Galveston Road at Beltway 8 East will their athletic careers and for continuing to inspire comb’s dreams of leading the district’s athletics, be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through the next generation. Individual tickets will go on physical education and health programs became Feb. 11. The southbound U-turn lane will be sale February 2019. A portion of the proceeds will reality in 1989 when he was named the Pasadena closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Monday, be used to fund senior scholarships and provide for ISD assistant athletics director, working his way up Feb. 4. other athletic-related needs in Pasadena ISD. to athletic director in 1995. Newcomb was recog- One northbound and one southbound lane of This year’s Hall of Fame line-up will include the nized numerously throughout the course of his ca- SH 3/Old Galveston Road at Beltway 8 South following inductees: reer. He was inducted into Pasadena High’s Alumni will be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Bill Newcomb/Pasadena HS/Class of 1956 Wall of Honor in 1998, the Greater Houston Foot- Feb. 11. The southbound U-turn lane will be Head Football Coach at South Houston HS/ ball Coaches Hall of Honor in 2013 and the Teach- closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Feb. 11. Pasadena ISD Athletics Director er Wall of Honor at South Houston High School The northbound and southbound U-turn lanes Bill Newcomb was part in 2013. One of his proudest accomplishments at Beltway 8 and Genoa Red Bluff will be closed of the legendary Jackson happened in 2004, when the school board named daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Feb. 4. Junior High School team the fi eld at Memorial Stadium “Newcomb Field.” Two inside lanes of eastbound and westbound that went 29-1 over three A star athlete, revered coach and leader, Newcomb at Beltway 8 East at Genoa Red Bluff will be seasons under Pasadena retired from Pasadena ISD in 2004. He was a long- closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Feb. 11. ISD Hall of Fame Coach time former South Belt resident. The northbound and southbound U-turn lanes Harry Morgan. Newcomb Karima Christmas-Kelly at Beltway 8 and Crenshaw will be closed daily was an all-around football, /Dobie HS/Class of 2007 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Feb. 11. baseball and track star at When it comes to bas- The northbound and southbound U-turn lanes The City of Houston is taking steps to ensure residents who were affected by Hurricane Pasadena High School, let- ketball, Karima Christ- at Beltway 8 and Preston will be closed daily Harvey – especially those who are hardest to reach – receive their share of $1.17 billion tering in all three sports. mas-Kelly still has plenty of from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Feb. 11. in federal assistance. Houston District D City Council Member Dwight Boykins is shown In 1953, he was named Bill Newcomb bounce in her step. A two- The northbound and southbound U-turn lanes above braving the rain Wednesday, Jan. 23, to give an interview to FOX 26 news reporter co-captain of both the foot- year player at the time, she at Beltway 8 and Fairmont Parkway will be Lindsey Henry at the Sageleaf home of a 90-year-old Sagemont resident who was impacted ball and basketball teams. He was offered four-year earned a championship ring closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Feb. by Harvey. Photo by Rucks Russell scholarships in football and baseball, choosing in 2012 with the Indiana 11. football, in order to play for legendary coach Paul Fever. In 2017, she com- The southbound U-turn lane at Beltway 8 and “Bear” Bryant at Texas A&M. He was fullback pleted her seventh season in Vis-ta will be closed 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Kids 8, 12 unharmed in freeway shooting and linebacker during the Gator Bowl Game vs. the WNBA and her second Feb. 2. Houston police are investigating a shooting said she heard a third gunshot as well, but a third Tennessee in 1957, Bryant’s last game at A&M. as a starting forward and The closures are associated with the ongo- that took place around 12:15 a.m. Monday, Jan. bullet was not recovered. He then transferred to McMurry College, where double-digit scorer for the Karima Christmas ing project to widen Beltway 8 from two to four 21, on the Gulf Freeway near Dixie Farm Road The bullets came inches from striking her he started as fullback and linebacker for Grant Te- Dallas Wings. She shot to lanes in each direction. that just narrowly missed two children. children – ages 8 and 12 – who were sitting in aff, legendary coach at Baylor University. At the national fame in college as a scoring dynamo for The incident occurred as the mother of the the backseat of the vehicle. request of former Pasadena ISD athletic director Continued on Page 5A Toastmasters set open house children was exiting the freeway while driving The mother said the gunshots came without The Young Professionals Toastmasters SE north. Her vehicle was pierced twice by bullets – any provocation. Club will host an open house Monday, Jan. one through the rear windows and a second get- Approximately two hours after the incident, Constable deputies arrest Katy man ting lodged in steel in the rear end. The victim Continued on Page 6A 28, at the Parker Williams Library conference Harris County Precinct 2 Constable depu- 9598 Rowlett and again at 1710 W. Broadway room, on Scarsdale at Beamer, from 6:30 to ties arrested a suspect Tuesday, Jan. 22, in con- in Pearland. 7:30 p.m. Annual cook-off registration begins nection to local motor vehicle burglaries, in Around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, while The event will feature a presentation of the which credit cards were stolen and then used on regular patrol at Clear Brook City Park near history, programs and benefi ts of Toastmasters Organizers are already gearing up for the 23rd Should the teams wish to participate in the to make fraudulent purchases. Scarsdale and Blackhawk, Deputy Louis Ur- International, an organization dedicated to all annual South Belt Spectacular Cook-off, set to event once again, a deposit of payment is due by On Monday Dec. 24, 2018, an unknown rabazo observed the suspect’s silver four-door who wish to improve communication skills take place Thursday, April 25, through Saturday, mid-February, according to event organizer Lin- suspect burglarized a vehicle at the Dixie Farm Chevrolet Traverse. and leadership abilities. All ages, professions April 27, at El Franco Lee Park, located at 9400 da Arnone. Park at Dixie Farm Road and Blackhawk Bou- Urrabazo recognized the suspect from re- and speaking abilities are welcome. Hall Road. (Thursday will be for cookers only, A waiting list of approximately 15 teams is al- levard. cent photos and blocked the vehicle and de- For more information, visit youngprofession while Friday and Saturday will be open to the ready forming, should the previous teams opt to Following the burglary, credit cards tak- tained the driver, determined to be Wendell alstoastmasters.com or call Carolyn Carmi- public.) not participate in this year’s event, Arnone said. en during the break-in were used to purchase Ray, 37. chael at 281-481-5032 (leave message if there Cooking teams that participated in last year’s This year’s event will feature a total of 165 items from the Walmart at 1710 W. Broadway Ray, of Katy, was found to have an open is no answer). event have fi rst dibs on available spots. Letters cooking spots (some teams pay for more than one in Pearland. felony warrant for an unrelated burglary of a were mailed last week to previous teams notify- spot). A 40-foot-by-40-foot spot costs $225. Ar- On Jan. 15, the same suspect allegedly bur- motor vehicle/fraudulent credit use incident in Knights feature spaghetti ing them of the details. Continued on Page 4A glarized a vehicle in Pasadena and then used Pasadena. Knights of Columbus Council 9201 will stolen credit cards to make additional fraud- Ray was transported to Harris County jail, host a spaghetti dinner Friday, Jan. 25, from ulent purchases at two Walmart locations, at where he faced multiple charges. 5 to 7 p.m. in the St. Luke Catholic Church City addresses waste backlog social hall, 11011 Hall Road. The event fea- tures all-you-can-eat -in only spaghetti pas- Houston City Council has approved two agen- porarily renting fi ve additional trucks which can ta covered with original KC 9201 sauce, two da items to assist with the Solid Waste Depart- substitute for existing trucks down for mainte- Fire engulfs homeless camp made-from-scratch Italian meatballs, garden ment’s ongoing backlog of missed and delayed nance. salad with Italian dressing, French bread, and recycling and heavy trash pickup. Council purchased new trucks in Decem- ice tea or lemonade. The cost is $7 eat-in or The department has contracted out the collec- ber 2018, which are scheduled to be delivered take-out. For children under 12, the cost is $3 tion of 10 daily recycling routes at the Northwest throughout 2019. Twenty will arrive in February, (one meatball, eat-in only). Service Center for the next year, as well as tem- Continued on Page 2A Kirkwood South to meet Furloughed workers to get aid The Kirkwood South Committee will hold its fi rst annual HOA meeting for all six sec- On Monday, Jan. 21, Mayor Sylvester Turner provide basic necessities for their loved ones. tions at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 24 at Freeway Bap- announced the City of Houston will partner with Furloughed federal employees in need of im- tist Church, located at 8702 Kingspoint Road. the Houston Relief Hub and several local non- mediate assistance may apply for a $100 voucher Homeowners are encouraged to attend to dis- profi t groups to connect furloughed employees and obtain information about organizations and cuss the 2018 year-end reports and changes on living in Houston with much needed assistance private sector companies that are providing spe- the board of directors for 2019. during the U.S. government shutdown. cial assistance. At the same time, the public will Thousands of employees in the Houston area have one central location to make donations such The Addams Family at Dobie have been out of work since Dec. 22, 2018, and as nonperishable food, cleaning supplies, diapers The J. Frank Dobie Department of Fine may be struggling to pay living expenses and Continued on Page 6A Arts will present The Addams Family musical on Jan. 31-Feb. 2. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31, and Friday, Feb. 1, and 2 State special election set for Jan. 29 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2. Tickets are $12 at the A special election to fi ll the state House Dis- by Sen. Sylvia Garcia, who was recently elected door. trict 145 seat being vacated by Rep. Carol Al- to Congress. Garcia replaced outgoing U.S. Rep. varado will take place Tuesday, Jan. 29. Gene Green, who retired after serving for more Football, cheer to register Alvarado recently won a special election to than two decades in Congress. The South Belt Alliance will hold open reg- fi ll the state Senate District 6 seat being vacated Continued on Page 4A istration for football, cheer and mascots from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9, at Sagemont BBQ at 12132 Sabo Road. Registration is Woman killed in Tuesday accident open to youths between ages 4-13 years. Reg- Houston police are investigating a fatal crash of traffi c at the above address, waiting for south- istration fees are $200 for football, $500 for that occurred in the 9500 block of Old Galveston bound traffi c to clear to make a left turn into a A fi eld behind the Walgreens located at the intersection of Fuqua and Sabo caught fi re on cheer and $300 for mascots. Ask about sibling Road near Fuqua about 5:50 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. business parking lot. The driver of a white Ford Sunday, Jan. 20. Flames from the fi re could be seen shooting 30 to 40 feet in the sky (see in- and early bird discounts. Original birth certif- 22. The female victim, 33, was pronounced dead F-250 pickup truck, also traveling north, failed to set photo with downtown in the background). For the past several months, the property has icate or state-issued identifi cation is required. at the scene. Her identity is pending verifi cation control his speed and struck the rear of the Nis- served as an encampment for area homeless, who reportedly started the blaze by accident For more information, call 346-229-7707. by Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. san, killing the back right passenger. while trying to stay warm. This was not the fi rst time fi refi ghters have responded to a call Like and follow on Instagram and Facebook According to police, the driver of a charcoal There are no charges at this time, as the inves- at the site. Photos by David Selmon for the latest information. Nissan Altima was stopped in a northbound lane tigation is continuing. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 24, 2019 In My Opinion Elected offi cials share their words Death Trauma surgeon’s a very young age, our kids are watching Cooperation, education reform our behavior and looking to us to be their John Colunga, Danielle Colunga, plea to drivers role models. Julia Mendoza and Miguel, It’s time to change the way we think takes center stage at inauguration Michael Salazar and Priscil- Houston, we have a serious problem about distracted driving. As a society, we Colunga Sr. la, Sabrina Jimenez, Jennifer on our hands. We are home to some of have collectively advocated against drink- Gov. Greg Abbott and “We are united to work for Texas.” Jimenez and Jason Jimenez. the nation’s most distracted drivers. How ing and driving. We are outraged when Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick vowed the people of Texas on three On property taxes, Ab- He is also survived by do I know this? Every day on my way to people get behind the wheel while intox- that the state will deliver on big issues,” said Patrick. bott sees an “archaic system” great-grandchildren Cas- work in one of the country’s busiest Level icated. I believe that distracted driving a promise of education and Those issues are property where skyrocketing rates are sandra Paramo and Diana, I trauma centers, I can’t help but notice all should merit that same level of outrage. property tax reform in their tax reform, education fi nance pushing people out of their Samantha Marquez, Mi- of the other drivers looking down at their Help Us Save Lives & Stop addresses to the crowd at the reform and increased teach- neighborhoods and keeping chael John Ramirez Jr., Jac- phones, their eyes off the road. It frightens Distracted Driving Inauguration Ceremony on er pay. He announced that young people from purchas- lyn Ramirez, Julia Ramirez, me – as a trauma surgeon, as a commut- As a leading provider of trauma care the Capitol grounds Tuesday, the Senate will take up a bill, ing houses. He listed three Carolyn Ramirez, Matthew er and as a mother. No text message, so- in the Houston area, Memorial Hermann Jan. 15. SB 3, to give every teacher policy proposals to address Capistran, Gabriel Ramirez, cial media post or phone call is worth your is dedicated to making Greater Houston Cloudy and cold, the in Texas a $5000 across-the- this problem. Clarissa Ramirez, Amelia life or the lives of those around you. safer and healthier. As part of the drive masses still turned out to hear board pay raise, paid for with The fi rst proposal is a Colunga, Marisa Carrion, The Deadliest City for Motorists to end distracted driving, Memorial Her- Patrick and Abbott renew $3.7 billion in new state reve- limit on property tax growth Trebor Ramirez, Jett Col- Texting and driving is a nationwide ep- mann Life Flight® is working to motivate their oaths and lay out their nue toward education. and the second is an end to unga, Sofi a Colunga, Lay- Reyna. Lena was a longtime idemic, but in Houston, the problem is es- the entire community to put down their plans for the future. In his “We’re putting teachers fi rst unfunded mandates on local la Colunga, Daniel Men- Sagemont resident. pecially serious. Did you know we are the phones and keep their eyes on the road speech, Patrick focused on this session,” said Patrick. “It’s jurisdictions from the state doza, Sophia Mendoza, Left to cherish her mem- deadliest city for motorists, according to through targeted prevention initiatives. bipartisanship and praised the been 20 years since they’ve level. The third is a proposal Aaron Mendoza, Olivia Sala- ory is her son Danny Reyna. the Houston Chronicle? Distracted driv- We launched Live Your DREAMS, a pro- way the Texas Senate works had an across the board raise.” to give citizens more control John Colunga Sr., 101, zar, and Vivian Salazar; and Grandchildren are Crystal ing has become a leading cause of mo- gram that teaches high school students across party lines to deliver While the Senate’s proper- over the retention of property died peacefully on Jan. 18, one great-great-grandchild Reyna; Joe–Joe Guerrero; tor vehicle collisions in Harris County and about safe driving behaviors. good government to the peo- ty tax reform package hasn’t tax assessors. 2019. John was born on Dec. Adalina Sosa. Sarah and Gilbert Corona- surrounding areas. More than 3,000 peo- Recently, we began working with ple of the state. been fi led yet, one goal high- “Taxpayers should be giv- 29, 1917, in Uvalde, Texas, John was a hard worker and do; April Andrade; Andrea ple were killed across the country in 2016 mobile app SAFE 2 SAVE to tackle the “In Texas we’re different,” lighted by the lieutenant gov- en the power to fire their tax to Arturo Colunga Sr. and a good provider for his family. and Manny Garcia; Matthew due to distracted driving, according to the life-threatening epidemic of distracted Patrick said. “We work to- ernor was a freeze on proper- appraiser,” said Abbott. Juanita Guerra Colunga. John He was an active member of Reyna; Austin and Ruthie National Highway Traffi c Safety Adminis- driving. SAFE 2 SAVE is a free mobile gether for the people of Texas ty tax increases on seniors 65 It will be up to members of is the second eldest of eight the San Pablo Trinity Presby- Reyna; and Marissa Reyna. tration. In Houston, distraction was listed app that rewards drivers for not using because that’s what you ex- and older. the Legislature to formulate children. He was a longtime terian Church since the early Great-grandchildren, Kirsten as a likely cause of more than 8,000 mo- their cellphones when they are behind pect us to do. The elections Patrick concluded his re- the specifi c plans to achieve South Belt resident. 1940s and has served as both Reyes, K.J. Reyes, Natalia tor vehicle collisions. the wheel. The app rewards users with are over….for right now, and marks with another appeal these goals. The state consti- He is preceded in death by a deacon and an elder. He was Guerrero, Khloe Coronado, A Witness to the Deadly points for refraining from using their mo- for the next 140 days, you ex- toward cooperation. tution prohibits the passing his parents; and his siblings well known for his umpiring Brooklyn Coronado, Kaleb Results of Distracted Driving bile devices in the car. For every minute pect us to do the work of the “We are at a point of deep of legislation in the fi rst 60 Elena, Esther, Arturo Jr., Re- skills and was an umpire un- Coronado, Tessa Andrade, As Chief of Trauma at Red Duke Trau- a driver does not touch his or her phone people.” divide in our country,” Pat- days of session, but gives the becca, Carmen, Rosa, and til he retired at the age of 84, Robert Andrade, Christian ma Institute, I see the damage and dev- while driving, he or she receives points Of the almost 1,600 bills rick said. “Here in Texas we governor power to get around Raul Colugna. Also preceding where he most likely holds the Vega and Nicholas Vega. astation caused by distracted driving. that can be redeemed at select Houston passed in the Senate last ses- can lead, to show the nation this restriction by tagging him in death is his fi rst wife record for the longest and old- Lena was born in Weslaco, Our team does everything we can to area businesses. It is our hope that this sion, Patrick said, only 23 the way…to do what you ex- certain issues as emergencies. Jane whom he lost in 1996. est umpire in Houston’s Little Texas on Aug. 11, 1928, and save lives, yet for some survivors, their app will help curtail distracted driving and were passed strictly on par- pect us to do.” Traditionally, governors John is survived by his League and Pony League As- then later moved to Hous- lives are forever altered because of their help us all refocus on what’s important – ty-line votes. Next, Abbott took his lay out these emergency is- loving wife of 15 years, Elo- sociation. ton. She began her career as injuries. The reality is that trauma is pre- creating a safe environment for everyone. It wasn't just cross-par- second oath of offi ce. Like sues in the State of the State ise Flores Colunga; his chil- A visitation for John was a sales associate at Sears, and ventable; we each can take steps to re- Join me in saving lives and making our ty cooperation Patrick pre- Patrick, Abbott promised a address before both chambers dren Alfred Colunga and wife held Wednesday, Jan. 23, at ended her career working for duce our risky behaviors and lessen the community safer, for my children and for viewed, but cross-chamber, sweeping reform package for every session. While it’s not Gloria, Elvira Ramirez, Ra- San Pablo Trinity Presbyteri- the family business Reyna chance of causing needless injuries and your own. Take the pledge today to drive working with the House of property taxes and education certain what issues will get chel Coronado and Isaac Jr., an Church with a prayer ser- Pest Control. deaths. change in our great city so we all have an Representatives to pass an fi nance. the tag when Abbott deliv- John Colunga Jr. and Hope, vice. A funeral service was Lena was a devoted wife, It’s time to put down our phones. To my equal opportunity to get home safely. ambitious agenda. Patrick “I want to make this very ers his address on Feb. 5, it’s Edward Colunga and Maria, held Thursday, Jan. 24, also mother, grandmother and fellow parents, I urge you to lead by ex- Michelle McNutt praised incoming speaker clear,” Abbott said. “We’re likely that education fi nance Mark Jimenez and Elayla, at San Pablo Trinity Presby- great-grandmother who will ample. Talk to your children, even before Chief of Trauma at Red Duke Dennis Bonnen, bringing him going to do this session what and property tax reform will John Jimenez and Anne, and terian Church with interment be greatly missed. Lena’s they are able to drive, about the dangers Trauma Institute at Memorial to the podium to emphasize no one thinks we are capable top that list. Ben Jimenez and Debbie. that followed at Forest Park favorite pastimes included of using a phone behind the wheel. From Hermann-Texas Medical Center the unity between the House of achieving. We are going to The Senate reconvened John leaves grandchildren Lawndale Cemetery. spending time with her fam- and Senate. finally fix school finance in Wednesday, Jan. 16. and spouses Michael John ily and attending church at Valentine’s dance date set Ramirez and Yvonne, Cyn- Lena Freedom Fellowship. thia Capistran and Eleno, Al- The family will receive Everyone is welcome to attend the “Heart of Dance” on Saturday, Feb. 2, at Hometown Heroes HFD urges citizens to use safety fred Colunga Jr., Karen Car- Reyna friends from 6 until 8 p.m. park, located at 1001 East League City Parkway. The dance begins at 7 p.m. and music contin- rion and Al, James Colunga Monday, Jan. 28, and the ser- ues until 9:45 p.m. A special showcase will be presented by accomplished dance instructors and and Stacy, Isaac Coronado III Lena Reyna, 90, of Hous- vice will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, competition dancers Denis Kojinov and Jeanette Chevalier of DanceSport Club, 11758 Southwest when operating heating devices With the temperatures appliances tips for central dust removed regularly. Lint and Paige, Jonathan Colunga ton, died on Jan. 20, 2019. Jan. 29, both held at Niday Fu- Freeway. Refreshments are generously provided by The Delaney of South Shore, 2605 Marina and Jessica, Robert Ramirez She is preceded in death by neral Home – Beamer Chapel. Bay Drive in League City. dropping into the 30s this heating units, fl oor furnac- and dust will burn. week, the Houston Fire De- es, recessed wall heaters and Fireplace safety tips are and Carrie, Jason Colunga, her husband, Gilbert Reyna Interment will follow at Forest This dance is sponsored by Let’s Dance, a 501(c)(3) nonprofi t organization, whose volun- John Albert Colunga, Valerie and sons, Gil Jr. and David Park Lawndale Cemetery. teer coordinators are Bill and Neva Schroder. Neva will play a wide selection of rhythms with partment urges citizens to vented space heaters: also given by the Nation- love in the air. For more information, call 417-838-2204. be careful and follow some • Get an annual inspection al Fire Prevention Associa- Dancers without partners are welcome and tables are reserved for those who choose to sit simple safety tips when using by a qualifi ed service techni- tion. According to the NFPA, with others who might share partners. There will be a mixer dance to assure everyone an op- space heaters, fi replaces and cian. while fi replaces often conjure Taylor, Paul, Thompson, AT&T portunity to dance. All ages from teens to elderly as well as dancers at all levels of ability are other supplemental heating • Do not use this type of up images of warmth and encouraged to attend. sources. Any shift away from unit without a proper vent comfort, they also represent a join forces to support students The admission is $8, payable at the door. There are no reservations necessary and mem- the exclusive use of central pipe. Vent pipes must exhaust source of home heating fi res. bership is not required. heating presents an increased to the outside. Creosote – a sticky, oily, Recently, state Sen. Larry Longhorn Project, to achieve This program is involving possibility for fi re. • If the fl ame is not blue, it combustible substance creat- Taylor and Reps. Dennis Paul our shared goal of empower- local students in their science AARP announces February meeting Citizens should always is not burning properly. It is ed when wood does not burn and Ed Thompson joined ing students everywhere to education. I appreciate the in- keep in mind that space heat- producing carbon monoxide, completely – rises into the AT&T and other elected of- reach their highest potential.” novative vision of The Long- AARP Webster Area Chapter 199 welcomes the community to meet at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. ers need space. The Hous- which can't be seen, smelled chimney as a liquid and de- fi cials to announce a $10,000 AT&T’s $10,000 con- horn Project and community 15, at the Bay Area Community Center, 5002 E. NASA Parkway in Seabrook. The group meets in ton Fire Department recom- or tasted. Turn it off. posits on the chimney walls, contribution to fund an in- tribution will support The leaders, like AT&T, for sup- the large building with the blue roof inside Clear Lake Park on the north side of NASA Parkway. mends the following safety • Use fl exible metal tub- and plays a role in nearly novative agricultural science Longhorn Project’s efforts to porting these visionary edu- Everyone is invited to attend the meetings and to enjoy coffee, cookies and fellowship at tips when using supplemental ing with threaded ends to one-fourth, 23 percent, of all education program at The engage at-risk students with a cational opportunities.” 9:30 a.m. before the meeting starts at 10 a.m. Each month, there is entertainment or a speaker heating sources: connect the heater to the gas home heating fi res each year. Longhorn Project at John- focus on high school comple- Since 2004, The Longhorn on various topics of interest to seniors. Some months there is also a potluck lunch. • Make sure there is a valve. There should be a cut- Just like a space heater, son Space Center, a 501(c) tion. Specifi cally, it will sup- Project at Johnson Space On Friday, Feb. 15, James Tittle, a League City lawyer, will be the guest speaker. His pre- working smoke alarm. off valve for the heater at the keep anything that can burn (3) nonprofi t, where long- port the fi eld trip curriculum Center has provided agricul- sentation is “Estate Planning – Wills and Trusts, Guardianship, Medical Powers of Attorney, • Never leave children wall. Never use a rubber hose at least three feet away from horns saunter within sight of that offers students hands-on ture and STEM-based lessons Directives to Physicians, and the Rights of the Aging.” Plan to attend this informative dis- unattended in a room with a to connect a space heater to a fi replace, and create a three- a parked space shuttle. It will opportunities to learn about to more than 60,000 students. cussion scheduled for 10:30 a.m., after the chapter business meeting ends. There will be no space heater. the gas valve. foot “kid-free zone” around be a hands-on program where animal, horticulture, and In the 2017-2018 school year, potluck lunch at the Feb. 15 meeting. • Do not place space heat- • Use soapy water to check open fi res. students get agriculture and aquaculture sciences as well more than 3,000 Clear Creek The AARP Chapter also organizes day trips for AARP Chapter 199 members by bus to lo- ers on top of wobbly structures all connections and valves for • Make sure the fi replace STEM curriculum with a side as sustainable agriculture ISD students and more than cal area points of interest at minimal cost. The next day trip will be Tuesday, Feb. 5, when the or near where children play, leaks. Never use a match to has a sturdy screen to stop of space. methods. 1,000 students from Galves- group will tour the Painted Churches in the Schulenburg area. Lunch will be held at Oakridge as they can easily be knocked test for a gas leak. sparks from fl ying into the “We are proud to join “Innovative, hands-on ed- ton, Dickinson, Santa Fe and Smokehouse Restaurant. The following day trip will be Monday, March 25. The group will over. It is also possible for chil- • Look for the American room. forces with Sen. Larry Tay- ucation programs, like the Channelview school districts tour Peeka Ranch to see alpacas, followed by a tour of the Stone Giddings Mansion in Bren- dren to stick paper or toys in Gas Association label and fol- • Never leave a fi replace lor, Reps. Dennis Paul and Ed ones provided right here by and several private schools ham. Lunch will be at the Cannery Kitchen. the grates of the space heaters, low the manufacturer's recom- unattended while in use, par- Thompson and other elected The Longhorn Project, are visited the project site and If anyone is interested in joining the group, annual dues are $8 per year per person. How- especially gas space heaters. mendations for proper usage. ticularly when children are offi cials who inspire us every a great way to reach, teach participated in a “hands-on” ever, one must be a member of national AARP to join any local chapter. AARP Chapters are • Keep all combustible Electric Heaters Tips present. day with their service to this and inspire our students,” genetics lesson utilizing the separately incorporated affi liates of AARP. For more information, contact Beth Scully at 281- materials, including yourself • Never overload outlets or • Ashes should be cool be- state,” said Stacy Canady, as- said Taylor. “To quote Ben- Texas-registered longhorns 217-2409 or [email protected]. at least three feet from the breakers. fore putting them in a metal sistant vice president, exter- jamin Franklin, ‘Tell me and for data and visual evalua- heater. • Don't use extension container, and kept at a safe nal and legislative affairs for I forget; teach me and I may tion. Local library events set • Open face heaters should cords for the heater. If the distance from your home. AT&T. “We look forward to remember; involve me and I “We appreciate our elected Bracewell Branch Library have a screen. cord is hot to the touch, turn • Make sure to open the working with them, and The learn.’ Continued on Page 6A The following events are scheduled for the Bracewell Branch Library, 9002 Kingspoint: • Provide ventilation to off the heater and unplug it. fi replace fl ue, if applicable. Thursday, Jan. 24, 12:15 – 7:45 p.m. Citizenship class. The classes cover the 100 civics ques- prevent carbon monoxide • Electric heaters perma- There have been several fi res tions and how to prepare for the citizenship interview. Other topics include the citizenship applica- poisoning. nently installed in the wall or this month because citizens Vented gas/fi red heating ceiling should have lint and left the fl ue closed. CCISD livestock, auction dates set tion and qualifi cations. Class participation is by appointment only. The Clear Creek Indepen- designs, visual arts and ag- The fl oriculture, horti- Thursday, Jan. 24, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Spanish computer class for adults and seniors dent School District is hosting riculture mechanics. These culture, food science, visual Monday, Jan. 28, 10:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is by appoint- City waste backlog addressed the 37th annual CCISD Live- students dedicate many hours arts and agricultural mechan- ment only. stock Show & Auction Jan. throughout the school year to ics judging will take place at Tuesday, Jan. 29, 10:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is by appoint- 29 – 31 at the CCISD West select and develop their proj- 8:30 a.m. ment only. Continued from Page 1A address and normal pickup labor shortage has had on 12 will arrive in May and 26 day. Houston. Agriculture Center, 2155 West ects. The lamb show, goat show, Wednesday, Jan. 30, 10:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is by appoint- NASA Blvd. in Webster. The following is the steer show, heifer show and ment only. will arrive in August. Stay informed by con- The department is in dire In addition, Mayor Syl- tinuing to check the depart- need of new truck mechanics The public is invited to complete show and auction longhorn show will begin 30 Wednesday, Jan. 30, 10:30 a.m. Toddler storytime and playtime visit the exhibits of CCISD schedule: minutes following the conclu- Wednesday, Jan. 30. Computer courses: 2 p.m. Computer Basics; 3:15 p.m. Internet Basics; vester Turner has asked any ment’s Facebook page daily as well as experienced CDL Public Works Department for updates on when neigh- drivers. high school students who Jan. 29 sion of the previous show. 4:30 p.m. Basic PowerPoint are showing a variety of live- The swine show is sched- Jan. 31. For more information, call the library at 832-393-2580. employees with a CDL driv- borhood pickups will take • In addition, many home- er license to temporarily be place. owners’ garbage and recy- stock including steers, heif- uled at 5:30 p.m. Buyer registration and Bracewell hours this week are: Thursday, noon – 8 p.m.; Friday, 1 – 5 p.m.; Saturday, 1 – 5 ers, goats, rabbits, chickens Jan. 30 dinner are scheduled for 5 p.m.; Sunday, closed; Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. reallocated to Solid Waste in Why is this happening? cling bins were washed away the interim until the city can • The City of Houston’s during Harvey. and swine. Students will The rabbit show and poul- p.m. Parker Williams Library hire more experienced truck fl eet of automated recycling This has created a back- also be exhibiting nonlive- try show will take place at 8 The live auction will begin The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd. drivers. pickup trucks is aging and log for the delivery of new stock projects such as fl oral a.m. at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, 10:30 a.m. Computer Basics: Free online classes. The new year is a great Residents who have had many sustained damage bins. time to take a computer class to increase skill for work, gain understanding of a topic or learn a new missed or delayed recycling during Hurricane Harvey. • Finally, Solid Waste is language. Participants will practice navigating the internet to learn about these classes and register or heavy trash pickups are This has led to hundreds of experiencing the annual in- Leader checks out social media for one. asked to report the situation hours of equipment down- crease in volume that they Thursday, Jan. 24, 4 p.m. Community craft: Hot Glue Snowfl akes (ages 7 and older). Meet in to [email protected] and time as the trucks are re- see immediately following By Laura Benavides Scallan Facebook group reported ing a Dobie soccer reunion. the library community room to learn how to use hot glue to sculpt snowfl akes of any desired shape cc: DistrictC@houstontx. paired. the holidays, which has fur- and size. Participants may even paint the snowfl akes. A member of The Offi cial seeing three coyotes on Jan. In the original post, it states gov. • Another challenge is the ther contributed to the de- South Belt & Sagemont Area 21 at 12:45 a.m. The coyotes Jon Schmitz, former Dobie Saturday, Jan. 26, 10:30 a.m. to noon. “Bees and Beekeeping” is presented by Harrison Rog- Be sure to include name, impact a nationwide skilled lays. ers, vice president of Harris County Beekeepers Association and a Texas Master Beekeeper, who Crime Alert Facebook group were spotted on Sageking varsity boy’s head soccer shares the history of bees and beekeeping, backyard beekeeping, bee biology, stings, honey and the shared a post of security foot- headed up towards Sagegr- coach and athletic trainer, importance of pollination. Registration is requested. age. In the footage, a suspect reen. The member warns the has announced that he plans Saturday, Jan. 26, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Class: Learn to Write in Korean. The Korean alphabet is one Leader remembers 2018 is seen allegedly entering a community to keep their pets to hold a reunion for players of only a few that was invented rather than developed over generations, so it is not diffi cult to learn. garage via a back gate. The inside. from the 1983 through 1989 Learn the letters and sounds of the Korean alphabet through games during a few Saturday sessions. The year in review is con- ing taught at seven different ton police said Pappas likely incident was recorded at the A member of the People of teams. It also states the for- Registration is requested. tinued from the last issue. Sto- schools more than 51 years carried a 20-plus-year grudge Sagemont Townhomes locat- Sagemont 2 Facebook group mer Longhorns will be hon- Monday, Jan. 28, 5 to 6 p.m. Learn a foreign language with Transparent Language. This free ries up to July 26 can be found Aug. 9 against the doctor for the death ed off Beamer Road. uploaded a video of the fi re ored at the soccer match to online service for learning foreign languages on a desktop computer or using a smart phone or in the Jan. 17 edition of the A former deputy from of his mother, who had died on Another member of the that happened on Jan. 20 at be held at Veterans Stadium tablet. Information will be available on how to access it and the program’s features. Leader. the Harris County Precinct 2 Hausknecht’s operating table same Facebook posted se- the homeless encampment on Saturday, Feb. 9, begin- Monday, Jan. 28, 6:30 p.m. Chess Club, for ages 8 to adult. Meet on the library fl oor for the new Aug. 2 Constable’s offi ce, accused of in 1997. Other sources familiar curity photos of a female behind the Walgreens at the ning at noon and a celebra- addition to the Parker Williams Branch Library. Staff members will be available to teach beginners The body of a man was fatally shooting a prominent with the case said additional suspect. According to the corner of Fuqua and Sabo tory dinner and event will how to play. found Monday, July 30, next Houston doctor the previous factors may have contributed member, the female suspect Road. See related photos on follow. For more informa- Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2 p.m. Book discussion: “City of Devils: the Men Who Ruled the Underworld to the METRO Fuqua Park month, took his own life Fri- to the shooting. was allegedly checking cars Page 1A. tion, see Dobie’s original of Old Shanghai,” by Paul French. Pick up a book at the library and join the discussion. & Ride, located in the 11700 day, Aug. 3, as police were Aug. 16 on Sagemorgan around 1:30 A post by J. Frank Do- post. Those interested in Wednesday, Jan. 30, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. GED class registration. Sign up for the sessions and block of Sabo. Houston Fire closing in on him. Joseph Dobie High School began a.m. on Jan. 21. bie High School has been being involved in the re- plan to obtain a GED. There is no charge for the classes. For more information, call the library. Department Station 70 re- Pappas, who served with the its 50th year in operation. To A member of the South- shared to several communi- union can email Schmitz at Below are the programs that occur every week, unless the library is closed: sponded to the incident after Precinct 2 department under honor the occasion, an open belt/Sagemont Crime Alert ty Facebook groups regard- [email protected]. Tuesday, Babytime lapsit, 10:30 a.m. For babies 0 to 18 months, featuring a mother-baby lapsit being notifi ed by an alert resi- Constable Gary Freeman, had house for alumni was held time with fi ngerplays, songs and playtime. dent. Paramedics said the man, been formally charged with Saturday, Aug. 11, at both the CCISD intermediates team up for donation drive Wednesday, Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. For children, ages 3 to 5 years, features stories, who may have been homeless, murder the previous day for original campus on Beamer appeared to have been dead for the July 20 killing of Dr. Mark and the new one on Black- The Leadership Development Corps from Space Center Intermediate and Clear Creek songs, fi ngerplays and a craft. Intermediate schools are putting together a donation drive for the families adversely af- Wednesday, 2 – 3 p.m.: Basic computer classes (Vietnamese). Learn mouse, keyboarding, basic two to three days of natural Hausknecht, a well-known lo- hawk. internet skills and more at this weekly class in Vietnamese. Registration is requested. causes. The identity of the man cal surgeon and former cardi- Longtime South Belt res- fected by the government shutdown. The drive will be held on Friday, Jan. 25, from 2 to Thursday, Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. For toddlers from birth to 3 years, storytime features was not immediately known. ologist for President George ident Candace Kitchen Ad- 3 p.m., at Silbernagel Elementary School, 4201 25th St. E., Dickinson. The students will stories, songs, fi ngerplays and bubbles. Former J. Frank Dobie H.W. Bush. According to po- kin, 54, was found dead in her be delivering the donated items to Silbernagel Elementary School in Dickinson as part Saturday, Vietnamese learning time, for adults and children ages 8 and older. Classes begin at 9 Band Director Bill Brawn was lice, the 65-year-old physician burned vehicle on Friday, Aug. of a countywide project. a.m., 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. It’s the new year and a great time to take a class to inducted into the Texas Band- was riding his bike to work in 10, in South Houston. Terrance help with a skill for work, gain understanding of a topic or learn a language. There are many free masters Association 2018 Hall the Texas Medical Center when Washington, 27, was charged Free karate underway classes available online at the library website or on the internet, through universities or other sourc- of Fame on Saturday, July 28, Pappas – also riding a bicycle – with aggravated kidnapping es. Practice navigating the internet to learn about these, or sign up for one. For more information at a ceremony in San Antonio. passed him, turned around and and tampering with evidence The American Society of Karate’s free self-defense and martial arts classes for on these programs, speak with Loc Bui. The event was held in conjunc- shot him in the head and tor- in the case. Adkin was last teens and adults (ages 13-80) are currently underway at the Sagemont Park Commu- For more information on these programs, phone the library at 832-927-7870. tion with the annual TBA con- so. The doctor was rushed to seen alive around 11 p.m. on nity Center, 11507 Hughes Road, each Friday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Library hours are: Thursday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 1 – 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; vention. Brawn retired from Ben Taub Hospital, where he Wednesday, Aug. 8, when she For information, contact Michael Alonzo at 281-788-5930 or Michael.Alonzo@ Sunday, closed; Monday, 1 – 9 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. teaching in 2006 after hav- was pronounced dead. Hous- Continued on Page 5A ASKKarate.com, or arrive early at the class. Thursday, January 24, 2019, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 South Belt Elementary names awards for second nine-weeks South Belt Elementary has Torres, Paris Valencia, Abby da, Kaleah Barsock, Saif Moses, Quan Nguyen, Clau- Fred, Vinny Garcia, Mikay- varado, David Alvarenga, Moore, Evan Mora, Zainab ria, Jayda Stewart, Evan Tay- Skye Orsua, Liam Thomas, named its awards for the sec- Villanueva, Jacqueline Vo, Bataineh, Bryce Bond, Han- dette Reyna, Luke Sanchez la Gonzalez, Lance Goree, Mauricio Amaya, Aubrey Naveed, Cody Nguyen, An- lor, Ashley Teng, Sara Teng, Paris Valencia, Anna Wilker- ond nine-weeks. Hannah Walker, Anna Wilk- nah Bui, Dora Campos, Rob- and Anthony Vu. Chloe Graff, Ily Gray, How- Arredondo, Giselle Ayala, drew Nguyen, Hayly Nguy- Sang Tran, Samantha Trevi- son, Anna Wilkerson, Evan All Star Readers erson, Evan Zaman and Hus- ert Capers, Mikey Castillo, Third grade ard Green, Riley Hensley, Rylee Bacon, Genesis Banda, en, Nicholas Nguyen, Justin no, Elijah Ugalde, Issac Ur- Zaman and Hussein Zam- Kindergarten sein Zamzam. Sofi a Charles, Diego Davila, Juwayriyah Ali, Idunu Ba- Erieal Hernandez, Abygail Arian Banda, Elijah Barron, Nguyen, Eric Ortega, Lu- quieta, Jetziel Vasquez, Faith zam. Arian Banda, Aubrey Second grade Adelyn Garza and Christian ruwa-Etti, Kayleigh Brous- Herrera, Blake Hughes, Ra- Kaleah Barsock, Orlo Board- ciano Padilla, Juliana Perez, Vazquez, Katia Vazquez, Ja- Second grade Barajas, Levie Benavidez, Samuel Alexander, Sa- Garza. sard, Karson Edwards, Isabel- mon Jaramillo, Long Le, Isa- man, Hannah Bui, Dora Damien Ram, Kendrick Ra- bari Venson, Alex Vouffo, An- Sabrian Cavazos, Saman- Liam Boyer, Rylee Brous- mantha Barraza, Lila Daniella Gonzalez, Rylee la Gonzales, Julian Gonzalez, iah Lopez, Phuwadet Main- Campos, Trey Capers, Eliza- mos, Jeremiah Rivero and gelina Vu, Nathan Vu, A’zyla tha De Luna, Ruby Dent, sard, Safa Bukhari, Presli Collazos, Carissa Cortez, Hayes, Max Hernandez, Gabriel Laurila, Marissa Mar- got, Juliet Martinez, Brittney beth Carling, Chacidy Carter Nelson Rodriguez. Williams and Rachel Wilson. Matteo Garcidenas, Abygail Carroll, Ava Castro, Sophia Kate Dao, Delilah Deleon, Karter Kraus, Sydney Landis, tinez, Brandon McNeil, Lisa May and Adiana Padilla. and Mikey Castillo. Skylar Salas, Matthew Super Steers Herrera, Blake Hughes, Chang, Nathan Chavez, Isaac Jesse Deleon, Gael Diaz, Reagan Landis, Roland Lee, Ngo, Hendrex Taganahan and Sakari Parker, Robert Phe- Yvette Castillo, Alessan- Salazar, Kateline Salinas, First grade Ramon Jaramillo, Jaden Colon, Isabella Cruz, Andrew Peyton Dowell, Iris Durrette, Mateo Mancillas, Matthew Danica Williams. ister, Nathan Precella, Dan- dra Cervantes, Sofi a Charles, Matthew Salinas, Emily Sa- Rylee Bacon, Kaleah Bar- Jimenez, Timothy Loyd, Doung, Dahlia Ellis, Sophia Myla Figueroa, Bryan Flores, Martinez, Aaron Martinez, Fourth grade iel Ramirez, Dalhlia Reyes, Diego Davila, Arian Faulk- linas, Donovan Serna, Jali- sock, Kaleah Barsock, Orlo Ethan Nguyen, Adiana Padil- Franklin, Kinsley Freeman, Gabby Franklin, Nathan Gar- Breanna McNeal, Jayden Macy Figueroa, Kareli Edward Reynolds, Emiley ner, Kinsley Freeman, Ade- yah Silas, Christine Simpson, Boardman, Hannah Bui, Mar- la, Abby Palma, Giselle Tran Jesslynn Garcia, Kai Gibbs cia, Vinny Garcia, Mia Gon- Miko, Jamison Miller, Na- Garza, Tristan Gause, Law- Rodriguez, John Sanchez, lyn Garza, Christian Garza, Alex Soria, Persephone So- ley Manriquez, Warren Nedd, and Max Villela. and Angel Gil. zalez, Mikayla Gonzalez, thaniel Molina, Aryan Nepal, rence Guerrero, Anthony Jen- Brianna Scott, Nathaniel Anthony Gonzales, Daniella Ejaz Gill, Genesis Gomez, Lance Goree and Ily Gray. Alan Nguyen, Drake Nguy- nings, Mariana Mejia, Mor- Simpson, Nathan Torres, Gonzalez, Erica Gonzalez Isaac Gonzales, Jacob Gon- Aaron Guillen, David en, Nathan Nnadi, Skye Or- gan Momie, Katelinh Moore, Evan Treadway, Kaisen Trox- Rios, Natalie Graff, Rylee zales, Amelia Handel, Victor Harris, Riley Hensley, Se- sua and Cruz Ortiz. Nicholas Nguyen, Kendrick lar, Brandon Vivier, Christina Hayes, Aubrey Hernandez, Morris holds spelling bee Hernandez, Julian Herre- bastian Hernandez, Sophia Adan Palomares, Aaron Ramirez, Ashley Teng and Vu, Kelvin Wiley and Oscar Max Hernandez and Angel ra, Madeline Herrera, Ame- Hernandez, Elijah Hernan- Posadas, Kyle Ramos, Jayden Elijah Ugalde. Yanez. Hernandez. lia Hoang, Chelsea Huynh, dez, Abygail Herrera, Blake Richardson, AJ Rodriguez, Perfect Attendance Third grade Jourdan Jenkins, Xavi- Zayan Jafri, Rahim Jafri, Hughes, Bradley Jones, Al- Estefania Rodriguez, Vivi- Kindergarten Juwayriyah Ali, Joseph er Jimenez, Jeremiah John- Alora James, Ashlynn Lang- ice Lam, Jayda Lasker, Pab- ana Salazar, Aubree Sandino, Arian Banda, Arian Ban- Bello, Kalcilyn Bernanrd, son, Simone Jones, Sydney ley, Edina Lendsey, Collin lo Lopez, Jaliyah May, Chloe Avah Sinks, Evelyn Spears, da, Orlo Boardman, Safa Aja Breaux, Kayleigh Brous- Landis, Reagan Landis, Lon- Lewis, Arielle Maldonado, Maycott, Annie Nguyen, Noah St. Ange, Zoie Sudario, Bukhari, Trey Capers, Na- sard, Adam Cid, Karaline don Leal, Mateo Mancillas, Matthew Martinez, Marzan Ethan Nguyen, Hillary Nguy- Jason Tan, Abby Villanueva, than Chavez, Camila Corpus, Cronan, Kayla De Robles, Marley Manriquez, Matthew Masud, Alaina Melchor, Ma- en, Nicole Nnadi, Abby Pal- Hannah Walker, Anna Wilk- Isabella Cruz, Isabella Cruz, Kenya Delong Thompson, Martinez, Aaron Martinez, riah Mendez, Madison Mon- ma and Sakari Parker. erson, Evan Zaman and Hus- Kinsley Freeman, Isaac Gon- Isaac DeLuna, Miguel Galan, Tabitha Mathis, Breanna Mc- ford and Emma Morey. Carter Pham, Robert Phe- sein Zamzam. zales, Analee Hernandez, Ju- Isabella Gonzales, Josue Her- Neal, Jayden Miko, Jamison Londyn Moses, Abriel- ister, Melody Ramirez, Dan- Second grade lian Herrera, Chelsea Huynh, rera and Jaylen Hill. Miller, Nathaniel Molina and la Nguyen, Dannie Nguyen, iel Ramirez, Grayson Ri- Samuel Alexander, Ma- Alora James and Mariah Rya Hurd, Nathalie Aiden Mosby. Phuc Nguyen, Quan Nguy- ley, Joshua Salazar, Marion ham Bukhari, Ashton Car- Mendez. Huynh, Jerron Lendsey, An- Warren Nedd, Aryan Ne- en, Jaclyn Nguyen, Ryker Schroder, Nathaniel Simp- ter, Sabrina Cavazos, Lila Phuc Nguyen, Quan dres Lopez, Isaiah Macha- pal, Alan Nguyen, Sharon Nix, Aarish Nizam, Maxi- son, Nathan Torres, Evan Collazos, Brookyln Coro- Nguyen, Jaclyn Nguyen, do, Caylee Martinez, Maris- Nguyen, Drake Nguyen, Na- mus Ochoa, Daniel Patterson, Treadway, Leonardo Trevino nado, Carissa Cortez, Kate Maximus Ochoa, Daniel Pat- sa Martinez, Luke Monford, than Nnadi, Skye Orsua, Ni- Presley Penny, Romeo Perez, and Kelvin Wiley. Dao, Jesse Deleon, Delilah terson, Carson Pham, Clau- Ava Morin, Lisa Ngo, Grace kolas Padilla, Mia Palacios, Andrew Perez, Zion Peterson, Honor Roll Deleon, Gael Diaz, Peyton dette Reyna, Aubree Snook, Nguyen, Mia Nguyen, Chris- Adan Palomares, Porus Pan- Carson Pham, Claudette Rey- Third grade Dowell, Myla Figueroa, Bry- Sarah Sufyan and Isaac Tor- topher Ojeda, MJ Olayimika dey, Nyzir Peterson, Aaron na, Emma Rios, Genesis Ro- Juwayriyah Ali, Joseph an Flores, Nathan Garcia, res. and Damian Pereida. Posadas, Maesyn Poullard, driguez and Jazzalyn Rojo. Bello, Aja Breaux, Aly Gar- Mikayla Gonzalez, Mia Gon- First grade Alyana Rodriguez, Luke Jeremiah Ramirez, Kyle Ra- Eric Romero, Josiah za, Nathalie Huynh, Miguel zalez, Lance Goree, Chloe Avery Aguilar, Cristina Stacey, Logan Stewart, mos, Ethan Ramsey, Isabella Salazar, Jorge Sanchez, Au- Johnson, Crysta Keim, Ga- Graff and David Harris. Alexander, Mauricio Amaya, Emma Stone, Dexter Sul- Rembert, Jayden Richardson, bree Snook, Kelsie Snook- briel Laurila, Isaiah Macha- Riley Hensley, Sebastion Giselle Ayala, Elijah Barron, livan, Hendrex Taganahan, AJ Rodriguez, Estefania Ro- Bolling, Alexandra Soto, do, Lida Ngo, Grace Nguy- Hernandez, Sophia Hernan- Orlo Boardman, Bryce Bond, Alec Tamegnon, Nala Teal- driguez and Ethan Rojo. Alexndra Soto, Audryna en, MJ Oloyimika, Gabby dez, Abygail Herrera, Durri- Hannah Bui, Trey Capers, er, Krystal Thomas, Kayla Viviana Salazar, Zoie St.Romain, Jacob Stallings, Ramirez, Alyana Rodriguez yah Hill, Blake Hughes, Chacidy Carter, Mikey Cas- Thomas, Benson Ton, Leslie Sanabria, Aubree Sandino, Sarah Sufyan, Phillip Teng, and Logan Stewart. Jaden Jimenez, Davion Jones, tillo, Sofi a Charles, Geoffrey Torres, Justin Tran and Has- Addison Santiago, David Noah Thomas, Ayden Turn- Fourth grade Soha Khan, Alice Lam, Long Charles, Kinsley Freeman, san Zamzam. Sepulveda, Avah Sinks, Ke- er, Emma Villa, Anthony Vu, Olivia Antoine, Ibrahim Le, Pablo Lopez, Phuwadet Anthony Gonzales and Dan- Fourth grade ona Smith, Carlos Soto, Ev- Aaron Williams and Carter Asif, Macy Figueroa, Vivian Maingot, Mason Martinez, iella Gonzales. Jaylyn Abi Guevara, Ibra- elyn Spears, Noah St. Ange, Williams. Hang, Alexia Hoang, Hayden Chloe Maycott, Brady Mc- Natalie Graff, Aubrey him Ali, Olivia Antoine, Zoie Sudario, Jason Tan, First grade Limas, Audrey Lopez, Dylan Neal and Leile Monroe. Hernandez, Max Hernan- Ibrahim Asif, Brooke Bond, Liam Thomas, Korvin Ton, Avery Aguilar, Aubrey Mohwinkel, Morgan Mo- Annie Nguyen, Ethan dez, Angel Hernandez, Xavi- Evan Bowden, Jadyn Cantu, Paris Valencia, Abby Villan- Arredondo, Giselle Ayala, mie, Andrew Nguyen, Hayly Nguyen, Hillary Nguyen, Ni- er Jimenez, Sydney Landis, Roland cardoza, Khloe Coro- ueva, Jacqueline Vo, Hannah Arian Banda, Genesis Ban- Nguyen, Kendrick Ramos, cole Nnadi, Adiana Padilla, Mateo Mancillas, Tabitha nado, Leslie Costa, Kyleigh Walker, Anna Wilkerson, da, Elijah Barron, Kaleah Aubree Rodriguez and Na- Abby Palma, Sakari Parker, Mathis, Aryan Nepal, Alan Dorsey, Alyssa Espinoza, Emanuel Williams, Evan Barsock, Saif Bataineh, Han- than Vu. Carter Pham, Robert Pheis- Nguyen, Sharon Nguyen, Macy Figueroa, Matthew Zaman and Hussein Zam- Morris Middle School held its annual spelling bee on Friday, Jan. 11. Shown are the nah Bui, Elizabeth Carling, Math Wizards ter, Daniel Ramirez, Grayson Nathan Nnadi, Adan Palo- Garcia, Tristan Gause and zam. top spellers, left to right, Mateo Mercado, fi rst-runner up; Tanner Bo, fi rst-place Mikey Castillo, Yvette Cas- Kindergarten Riley, Marion Schroder, Bri- mares, Aaron Posadas, Mae- Romeo Gill. Second grade winner; and Jimmy Bui, second runner-up. Bo won fi rst place by spelling the word tillo, Andres Castillo, Geof- Aubrey Barajas, Liam anna Scott, Evan Treadway, syn Poullard and Jeremiah Lynley Gillis, Dayona Raiden Adamo, Chris “griddle” correctly. He will advance to represent Morris in the Pasadena Indepen- frey Charles, Sofi a Charles, Boyer, Safa Bukhari, Rob- Leonardo Trevino and Kelvin Ramirez. Goldsby, Ayzel Gonzalez, Alavarez, Samuel Alexan- dent School District spelling bee in February. Photo by Allison Lewallen Diego Davila, Kinsley Free- ert Capers, Nathan Chavez, Wiley. Kyle Ramos, AJ Rodri- Kingston Hernandez, Sheyla der, Saleen Alvarado, Jaime man, Adelyn Garza and Dan- Dahlia Ellis, Jesslynn Gar- Merit Roll guez, Estefania Rodriguez, Le, Hayden Limas, Audrey Alvarez, Samantha Barra- iella Gonzalez. cia, JC Gonzalez, Madeline Third grade Ethan Rojo, Viviana Salazar, Lopez, Kelvin Lopez, Felipe za, Brock Bernanrd, Maham Rylee Hayes, Max Her- Herrera, Zayan Jafri, Alo- Isaiah Ambriz, Adam Cid, David Sepulveda, Evelyn Martinez, Kailen McLaren, Bukhari, Maddi Campos, nandez, Simone Jones, Rea- ra James, Ashlynn Lang- Karaline Cronan, Kayla De Spears, Noah St. Ange, Zoie Morgan Momie, Katelinh Lola Carrizal, Ashton Car- Pasadena ISD announces gan Landis, Sydney Landis, ley, Collin Lewis, Matthew Robles, Miguel Galan, Ange- Sudario, Alicia Sypien, Isaac Moore, Cody Nguyen, An- ter, Gabriel Castillo, Sabrina London Leal, Mateo Man- Martinez, Breanna McNeal, la Mena, Mia Nguyen, Emma Torres, Jacqueline Vo, Anna drew Nguyen and Nicholas Cavazos, Alexander Chavez, cillas, Matthew Martinez, Alaina Melchor, Madison Parker, Kinora Ploucha and Wilkerson, Emanuel Wil- Nguyen. Lila Collazos, Brooklyn 2019 fine arts calendar Tabitha Mathis, Jamison Monford and Emma Morey. Makaya Rodriguez. liams and Hussein Zamzam. Luciano Padilla, Juliana Coronado, Carissa Cortez, Miller, Warren Nedd, Aryan Quan Nguyen, Jaclyn Fourth grade Second grade Perez, Jonny Pham, Kendrick Kaci Curry Shepard, Kate Pasadena Independent ing Festival, Feb. 9, all day, March 2, from 8 a.m. to 9 Nepal, Alan Nguyen, Nathan Nguyen, Daniel Patterson, Ibrahim Ali, Ayan Ali- Raiden Adamo, Samuel Ramos, Kendrick Ramos, Dao and Emilio De la Garza. School District has an- Sam Rayburn High School; p.m., at Woodland College Nnadi, Skye Orsua, Adan Andrew Perez, Carson Pham, jafi , Jayden Castro, Romeo Alexander, Samantha Baraz- Aubree Rodriguez, Nelson Samantha De Luna, Tori nounced its fi ne arts calen- Laura Bush Elementa- Park High School; Palomares, Porus Pandey, Claudette Reyna, Josiah Gill, Brianna Huesca, Marina za, Maddi Campos, Ash- Rodriguez, Matthew Salazar, Dehoyos, Delilah Deleon, dar for 2019. The following ry fi rst-grade Valentine pro- Intermediate Band and Nyzir Peterson, Aaron Posa- Salazar, Jorge Sanchez, Kel- Kostikoglou, Allyssa Laurila, ton Carter, Gabriel Castillo, Matthew Salinas, Evan Tay- Jesse Deleon, Ruby Dent, events are listed by name, gram, Feb. 11, 6 – 7 p.m., Concert and Sight Read- das, Kyle Ramos and Ethan sie Snook-Bolling, Ayden Sheyla Le, Adlin Mena, Evan TJ Charles, Lila Collazos, lor, Elijah Ugalde, Issac Ur- Gael Diaz, Peyton Dow- date, time and location. Bush cafeteria; ing Contest, March 5 and 6, Ramsey. Turner, Emma Villa and Car- Taylor and Faith Vasquez. Brooklyn Coronado, Kaci quita, Alex Vouffo and Louis ell, Iris Durrette, Andrea PISD High School Dance Dobie High School Or- all day, Channelview High AJ Rodriguez, Viviana ter Williams. Outstanding Citizens Award Curry Shepard, Delilah De- Yates. Figueroa, Myla Figuer- Solo and Ensemble, Jan. 24, chestra Pre-UIL concert, Feb. School. Salazar, Aubree Sandino, Da- First grade Kindergarten leon, Ruby Dent, Gael Diaz, Principal’s Award roa, Sa’rhia Flanagan, Car- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Phillips Gym; 12, 7 – 8 p.m., Dobie Audito- Intermediate Choir Con- vid Sepulveda, Avah Sinks, David Alvarenga, Aubrey Orlo Boardman, Dahl- Iris Durrette, Myla Figueroa First grade ter Fletcher, Bryan Flores, Houston Livestock Show rium; cert and Sight Reading, Evelyn Spears, Noah St. Arredondo, Giselle Ayala, ia Ellis, Marley Manriquez, and Sa’rhia Flanagan. Avery Aguilar, Cristina Christopher Forero, Gabby and Rodeo Student Artist Intermediate Choir Pre- March 5 and 6, all day, Pasa- Ange, Zoie Sudario, Noelly Genesis Banda, Arian Ban- Charlie Matthew, Londyn Bryan Flores, Jeremias Alexander, Christopher Al- Franklin, Jeremias Fred, Vin- Reception, Jan. 25, 5:30 – 7 UIL Concert and Sight Read- dena Memorial High School; cent Garcia, Mia Gonzalez, p.m., administration building ing Festival, Feb. 23, all day, Morris Middle School Mikayla Gonzalez and Alyn- foyer; Beverly Hills Intermediate; choir performance of Nation- na Gonzalez. Thompson Intermediate UIL High School Band al Anthem for Houston Rock- Iron Order Motorcycle Club provides support to Meador Lance Goree, Chloe Graff, Dance - Elective Fair, Jan. and Orchestra Solo and En- ets vs. Philadelphia game, Howard Green, Aaron Guil- 29, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., at semble Contest for those go- March 8, 7 p.m., Toyota Cen- len, David Harris, Riley Thompson gym; ing to state, Feb. 23, all day, ter; Hensley, Jeanette Hernan- Dobie High School The- Pasadena Memorial High South Houston High dez, Sebastian Hernandez, ater “Addams Family Musi- School; School Orchestra, board Sophia Hernandez, Elijah ca,” Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 at 7 UIL Intermediate Orches- meeting performance, March Hernandez, Abygail Herrera, p.m.; and Feb. 2 at 2 p.m., tra Concert and Sight Read- 19, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., admin- Durriyah Hill, Blake Hughes, Dobie Auditorium; ing Contest, Feb. 26 and 27, istration building; Ramon Jaramillo, Jaden Fred Roberts Middle all day, Beverly Hills Inter- High School Pre-UIL Jimenez, Bradley Jones, Da- School sixth-grade band so- mediate; Concert and Sight Reading vion Jones, Soha Khan, Ales- los, Feb. 1, 2 to 4 p.m., Rob- Moore Elementary Kin- Festival, March 22 and 23, sandra Labra, Alice Lam, erts Middle School band hall dergarten Texas program, all day, South Houston High Jayda Lasker, Pablo Lopez and ensemble room; Feb. 26, 6 – 6:45 p.m., Moore School; and Isiah Lopez. Intermediate Orchestra cafeteria; Middle School Choir Phuwadet Maingot, Juliet Pre-University Interscholas- UIL High School Orches- Concert and Sight Reading Martinez, Mason Martinez, tic League Concert and Sight tra Concert and Sight Read- Benchmark, March 29, 9 Brittney May, Chloe May- Reading Festival, Feb. 2, all ing Contest, Feb. 28, all day, a.m. to 2 p.m., South Hous- cott, Brady McNeal, Gabri- day, Beverly Hills Intermedi- Dobie High School; ton High School; and el Melchor, Aubrie Mendez, ate; Morris Middle School Middle School and In- Leile Monroe, Annie Nguy- High School Choir solo fi fth-grade Choir Concert the termediate Band Concert en, Ethan Nguyen, Hillary and ensemble contest, Feb. Houston Livestock Show and and Sight Reading Bench- Nguyen, Nicole Nnadi, Ava 2, all day, Pearland High Rodeo, March 1, 11 a.m. – mark, intermediate bands Ortiz, Abby Palma, Sakari School; noon, NRG Park; not going to UIL, March 30, Parker, Carter Pham, Nathan Intermediate Band Pre- Thompson Intermedi- 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Pasadena Precella, Melody Ramirez, UIL Concert and Sight Read- ate Dance - Dance Contest, High School. Dahlia Reyes, Edward Reyn- olds, Grayson Riley, William Rodaz, Emily Rodriguez and Weber names spelling bee winner Joshua Salazar. M-o-r-t-g-a-g-e isn’t just a Weber spelling bee which was ner-up. John Sanchez, Marion bill one pays every month to- held on Dec. 18. After two Asad will now represent Schroder, Brianna Scott, ward one’s house, it was also and a half hours of intense Weber at the Clear Creek The Iron Order Motorcycle Club provided support to Meador Ele- bolt” Montoya, Iron Order Motorcycle Club vice president, presents Nathaniel Simpson, Giselle the winning spelling word in spelling, fourth-grader Zaid Independent School District mentary students. The club members organized a drive for students Amy Clowers, Meador assistant principal, with a check. Shown below Tran, Evan Treadway, Leon- the Weber Elementary spell- Asad emerged as the We- spelling bee at 9 a.m. on Sat- and dropped off a monetary donation as well as shoes, jeans, shirts with the donations are, left to right, Clowers; Shirley Hawley, Meador ardo Trevino, Kaisen Troxlar, ing bee. ber 2018-2019 Spelling Bee urday, Feb. 2, at Mossman and socks to help students in need. Shown above left ready to ride is pre-K aide; Montoya; Mark “Salmon” Leonhart; Merida; and Matt Kallie Troxlar, Max Villela, Thirty-seven third- through Champion and fi fth-grad- Elementary in the Education Tara Merida, Meador counselor. Shown above right, Santiago “Dead- “Switchgear” Mogannam. Photo by Katia Garcia Brandon Vivier, Christina Vu, fi fth-graders qualifi ed for the er Dominic Lara was run- Village. Laylah West, Cielo Wright, Oscar Yanez, Ghazal Zam- zam and Essence Zsigray. Shaar Hashalom holds Friday special worship Fourth grade The Midrash, an ancient Jewish commentary on part of the Hebrew scripture, says that Jaylyn Abi Guevara, Ibra- the burning bush had burned since the beginning of time – it was just waiting to be noticed. him Ali, Ayan Alijafri, Olivia Today, while the eternal light is burning in every synagogue, Congregation Shaar Hashalom Antoine, Jaslyn Arrendon- seeks to enhance services with the introduction of Friday Night Fire. do, Nathan Arriaga, Ibrahim Every fourth Friday of the month the congregation will conduct the Friday service with Asif, Paige Bernanrd, Brooke new melodies and practices, enhancing the Shabbat prayers, opening hearts to God. Bond, Evan Bowden, Alexan- The Friday Night Fire will take place at Congregation Shaar Hashalom. The congrega- dria Byrd, Roland Cardoza, tion, located at 16020 El Camino Real, is the conservative synagogue in the Bay Area. The Savannah Castillo, Chance- service will start at 6 p.m., followed by a brief Oneg Shabbat. lor Conley, Leslie Costa, Mia The community is invited to attend. For more information, contact the synagogue offi ce Creekmore, Carlos Delgado at 281-488-5861 or at [email protected]. and Kyleigh Dorsey. Alana Espinoza, Macy Figueroa, Courtlyn Fletch- Israeli folk dancing continues er, Joseph Garcia, Matythew Israeli folk dancing will continue through the cold winter months. The dances are held Garcia, Ayden Garza, Kareli at Congregation Shaar Hashalom on Mondays, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. January dance date Garza, Tristan Gause, Nathan is the 28. February dates are 4, 11, 18 and 25. The cost is $4 per session or $35 for 10 ses- Gaytan, Romeo Gill, Lynely sions for CSH members and $5 per session or $45 for 10 sessions for nonmembers to cover Gillis, Ayzel Gonxalez, Isa- expenses. Everyone is welcome to join the group – even if one has not yet attended. bella Gonzalez, Vivian Hang, Congregation Shaar Hashalom is located at 16020 El Camino Real and is the conserva- Kingston Hernandez, Alexia tive synagogue in the Bay Area. For more information, contact the synagogue offi ce at 281- Hoang, Dayne Howard, Bri- 488-5861 or at [email protected]. anna Huesca, Carolyn Jara- millo, Marina Kostikoglou, Zyha Lam, Allyssa Laurila, BAQG sets monthly meeting Sheyla Le, Hayden Limas The Bay Area Quilters Guild will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 5, at the and Audrey Lopez. Knights of Columbus Hall, located at 2320 Hatfi eld Road in Pearland. Fellowship starts at Jordan Maldondo, Fe- 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7 p.m. This event is free and the public is welcome. This lipe Martinez, Jaace Mc- month is the annual auction of quilt-related items. Guests are encouraged to bring a friend Call, Mariana Mejia, Adlin and enjoy the live auction. There will also be a silent auction on a variety of great items, as Mena, Dylan Mohwinkel, well as books and patterns available for purchase. Only cash or check will be accepted. For Morgan Momie, Katelinh information, call Debby Benson at 713-248-8757 or visit bayareaquiltguild.org. Page 4 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 24, 2019

Hernandez wins state Over The Back Fence by Alexis Guillory-Robles graduates

LAILA CELEBRATES A BIRTHDAY Sciences. Juarez. Birthday wishes are sent Jan. 27 to Dr. SCHOOL DAZE Beverly Hills Intermediate Laila Hassan from her family, friends, office The following personnel of the Pasadena Jan. 24 is the day for a celebration for staff, and the Leader staff. Independent School District celebrate birth- Chelsea Hughes Martinez. Jan. 26 is HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DAVID! days Jan. 24 through Jan. 30. the day for a celebration for Jacqueline Happy birthday greetings are sent to Bush Elementary Resendez. David Flickinger, Leader president, on Light the candles on a birthday cake Dobie High Jan. 27. David is wished a great day by Jan. 27 for Madelyn Pheister. Cheers Birthday wishes for a double-fun day are wife Ellie; daughter Natalie and husband for a happy birthday Jan. 29 for Brandy sent to Todd Geries and Philip Pallikunnel Jose Abarca; grandchildren Kelvin Lopez, Viverette. Jan. 27. A special birthday is celebrated by Noah, Elliana and Isabella Abarca; parents Frazier Elementary Steven Casteel and Elke Cerre on Jan. 30. Marie and David Flickinger; brother Fred Blow out the birthday candles on a FRIENDS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS and wife Leslie Flickinger; niece Kimberly double-layer cake for Ashley Jones and The Leader sends happy birthday wish- Flickinger; niece Courtney and husband Janielle Wiley on Jan. 26. es to friends who celebrate a birthday this Chris Durham and children Abigail and Genoa Elementary week: Jackson; and the staff at the Leader. Light the birthday candles Jan. 23 for Thursday, Jan. 24: Renee Lister and GRIFFINS CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY Netza Lopez. Blow out the birthday candles Lee Balinas; Friday, Jan. 25: Berri Walker, Bobby and Kenneth Griffi n mark 57 on a cake for Mireya Macedo on Jan. 26. Kristy Guzman and Xuan Loan; Saturday, years of marriage Sunday, Jan. 27. Their The day for a celebration for Kirsta Paulus Gene Webster and Craig Green; Sunday, daughter Tracy and husband Jim Giles and is Jan. 27. Sing a happy birthday song to Jan. 27: Cheryl Arnesen, Nicole Crader, grandchildren Aaron and wife Ashley and Francisca Tarango Jan. 29. Raquel Jones, Derek Cooley, Donald Laura Bush Elementary’s fourth-grader Oscar son Jaxson, Kristen and Cody Giles; son Meador Elementary Gillock Sr. and Solomon Ard; Monday, Hernandez participated in the state level Texas David and wife Angela Griffi n and sons Special birthday wishes are sent to Jan. 28: Daryn Edwards, Toni O’Bryan, Amateur Athletic Federation Gridiron Skills com- Robert and Kenneth Griffi n; and friends Constance Peel Jan. 27. Chris Valvaneda, Nealda Whitley, petition on Saturday, Jan. 19. He fi nished with two and the Leader staff wish them a wonderful South Belt Elementary Lewis Cambiaso, Edgar Ramirez and gold medals in pass and 40-yard dash and two sil- anniversary. Sharing a birthday Jan. 28 are Kayla Jennifer Hernandez; Tuesday, Jan. 29: ver medals in the kick and punt. Hernandez is now CONGRATULATIONS, BAYLOR GRADS! Elmore and Jennifer Hernandez. Send Stephanie Martinez-Hinton, Yvonne the offi cial state champion of 2018-2019. More than 4,400 Baylor University stu- a birthday greeting Jan. 30 to Lauren Moffi tt, Margarito Rivera, Debra Dorn, dents were named to Baylor University Dean’s Hughes. Lauretta Massicott and Holly Conrad; Academic Honor Roll for the 2018 fall semes- Stuchbery Elementary and Wednesday, Jan. 30: Bill Heavin, ter. Students honored are Baylor undergrad- Lety Gonzalez marks a birthday Jan. 29. Karen Price, Kimberly Istre, Kristen Mata, Special election begins uates with a minimum grade-point average Melillo Middle School Jennifer Miller, Christine Cline and Amy Continued from Page 1A erro and Libertarian Clayton of 3.7, while enrolled in a minimum of 12 Sing a happy birthday song to Kelly Reichelderfer. A fi eld of eight candi- Hunt. semester hours. Recognized students from Schwenk Jan. 27. On Jan. 29, Bertha LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS dates has fi led to run for the Early voting is currently the South Belt area are Ehinomen Allison Sanchez is wished a happy birthday. Email announcements to mynews@south position. Of the eight, six underway and will contin- Ojeaga, Louise Herrington School of Nursing; Roberts Middle School beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject line are Democrats in the heavily ue through Friday, Jan. 25. and Ashlea B. Uribe, College of Arts and Celebrating a birthday Jan. 27 is Marie by Friday noon for the next week’s publication. Democratic district. The Harris County Annex at Democrats vying for the 10851 Scarsdale and Beamer position include Elias De is once again serving as an La Garza, Melissa Noriega, early voting location. Voting Meador’s “Christmas at the O.K. Corral” a success Ruben Dario Gonsalez, Os- hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. car Del Toro, Alfred Moreno For Election Day polling and Christina Morales. Also locations, visit www.harrisvotes. running for the position are org/VotingInfo/PollingLoca Republican Martha Elena Fi- tions#list. Cook-off time nearing Continued from Page 1A tion are geared more for adults, none said the increase is to Saturday afternoon is intended cover additional permitting ex- for families, with kids 12 and penses this year. under being admitted free with Organized and operated by the purchase of an adult ticket. Gabriel Guillory-Robles graduated from Texas Chris- the Southeast Volunteer Fire Children’s activities at past tian University on Dec. 15, with a bachelor’s degree Department, the event is the events included moonwalks, in music. While attending TCU, he marched with the sole fundraiser for the annual rock climbing, an obstacle Horned Frog Marching band before earning a spot South Belt Fourth of July fi re- course, a giant trampoline, with the TCU Wind Symphony where he advanced to works display, also held at the pony rides, a petting zoo, a win the annual TCU Wind Symphony Concerto con- area park. In recent years, the train, face painting and hair test. Gabriel is the son of South Belt residents William event has also provided funds braiding. and Lisa Jones and Gabriel and Lulu Robles of Deer for local scholarships and vari- For more information or to Park. He is a 2012 Dobie High School graduate and ous youth organizations. get on the waiting list, contact also attended Thompson Intermediate and Frazier While evenings at the func- Arnone at 281-484-4325 Elementary. He is currently employed as a private les- sons instructor with Centennial High School in Fort Worth. This coming spring, in addition to being asked Schneider nabs award to return to TCU to perform along with the band en- For the second consecutive campuses selected in 2017. sembles, Gabe will also pursue his plans to further year, Rick Schneider Mid- To be eligible for this his education by making his audition rounds for grad dle School has been named a award, school counseling school. He plans to continue his education at the Uni- CREST award recipient for ex- programs must provide evi- versity of Texas-Austin or Arizona State University. cellence in school counseling. dence of success in helping “The Counselors Reinforc- students succeed in these sev- ing Excellence for Students en key areas: principal’s sup- in Texas award recognizes port, school counseling advi- schools that demonstrate a sory council, school climate SJC calendar set commitment to improving the and safety, student results, lives of students in academic, major achievements, commu- San Jacinto College has annual Texas Community career and personal social do- nity partnerships and resourc- released its recent calendar College Forensics Associa- mains using the school guid- es and parent collaboration. briefs. tion Tournament from Friday, ance and counseling program. The winners will be hon- Meador Elementary’s fourth-grade students and music teacher Tra- to right, (fi rst row) Hermallony Campos, Cayden Hedge, Xavier Var- Spring 2019 registration Jan. 25, to Sunday, Jan. 27, in Schneider is one of only ored during a banquet at the cie Nair put on a successful show, “Christmas at the O.K. Corral.” All gas, Prince Jennings, Michael Lowe, Jennifer Tran, Allyssa Hinojosa, open the lobby of Building 1. De- 101 schools in Texas to re- Texas School Counselor As- fourth-grade students rehearsed for several weeks to learn the songs Jillian Mikulski, (second row) Auri Young, Jeremiah Jernigan and Registration for spring bate times vary. For more in- ceive the award for this year, sociation’s Conference in San for the Dec. 18 performance. Shown are the lead cast members, left Yasmine Joseph. Photo by Tara Merida 2019 classes is open for cur- formation, contact Floyd Mc- after being one of only 70 Antonio on Feb. 10. rent and incoming San Jacin- Connell at fl oyd.mcconnell@ to College students with pay- sjcd.edu. ment due upon registration. Take 2 classes begin Hobby Airport continues to grow, thanks to international “connections” For more information, visit Take 2 classes at San Ja- sanjac.edu/apply-register/ cinto College for the spring The unprecedented growth Belize, Cabo San Lucas/Los vice for international arriving ward achieving 5-star status.” through direct and profes- And 2018 marked the third checklist covering 44 catego- overview/registration. 2019 semester begin on Mon- of William P. Hobby Airport Cabos, Cancun, Grand Cay- passengers. Our team works In 2018, Hobby Airport sional analysis of industry straight year Hobby Air- ries. TCCFA Tournament day, Jan. 28. For addition- continues, thanks in large man (route added in 2018), hard to meet and exceed the was awarded a 4-star rating quality standards and the port earned a 4-star rating, Hobby’s partnership with The San Jacinto College al information, visit https:// part to its ever-increasing in- Liberia, Costa Rica, Mexico expectations of all of our pas- by Skytrax, a leading global Houston airport’s vision is with the facility and services Southwest ensures that Hous- North campus will host the www.sanjac.edu/. ternational “connections.” City, Montego Bay, Puerta sengers as Hobby continues air transport rating organiza- ultimately to provide custom- earning nearly 140 scores of ton’s strong connection to the Liliana Rambo, General Vallarta, Punta Cana and San to make deliberate moves to- tion. Ratings are determined ers with a 5-star experience. 4.5 or higher on its detailed Americas gets even stronger. Manager at Hobby Airport, Jose, Costa Rica. Atkinson offers scholarships and her staff recently cele- Southwest now offers 176 The Atkinson Elementary PTO is offering two $500 schol- brated three years since Hob- daily departures from Hobby arships to any Dobie High School graduating senior who at- by’s West Concourse, includ- Airport, both domestic and Remember When tended Atkinson at least two years, one being fourth grade. ing the Federal Inspection international. Applications and requirement information are avail- Service terminal, opened to In June 2019, total non- able through the college coordinator’s offi ce at Dobie High 40 years ago (1979) to monitor for metals and di- block of Edgebrook. Accord- help Manriquez and to place Constable’s offi ce, a resi- serve six international desti- stop service to Punta Cana in School. Allen Sory, principal at oxins at the Brio site. ing to police, Jose Lopez a white sheet over her. The dent was letting his vehicle nations. In October 2015, the the Dominican Republic will The application must be received by March 9, at noon in Dobie for 10 1/2 years and 20 years ago (1999) ran across the street and was letter said the captain then warm up at 4:30 a.m. in his new concourse opened with be the latest destination avail- order to be considered. the only principal since the Approximately 750 South struck by a 1998 Ford Ranger walked away to see if any- driveway on Sagebluff when a Southwest Airlines fl ight able to travelers on a season- school was founded, turned Belt area residents welcomed pickup truck traveling west. one else had been ejected a man tapped a pistol on his bound for Cancun, Mexico. al, Saturday-only basis. in his resignation. The Gardens to the commu- Lopez, 61, was transported to from the vehicle, as she had window and told him to get And Hobby has been fl ying Rambo said the team “is CCART sets February meeting Steve Gaskins, a Sageglen nity at its grand opening. Memorial Hermann Hospital seen a baby’s car seat in the out. The suspect then patted high ever since. so pleased to be able to as- The Clear Creek Association of Retired Teachers will hold resident, was named the chief The lawsuit against the in critical condition. He was vehicle, and subsequently re- the victim down, stole his The award-winning sist the traveling public with its next meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 12. The meetings are held of the Southeast Volunteer Pasadena Independent School pronounced dead early the turned to the inside of the fi re wallet and cell phone and 280,000-square-foot complex these options and opportu- at the Bay Area Community Center, 5002 NASA Parkway in Fire Department. District and the coaching and next morning. No charges engine. Several people, how- fl ed the scene with a sec- originally included a fi ve-gate nities” and celebrated three Seabrook. 35 years ago (1984) training staff at Dobie High were fi led against the female ever, noticed the white sheet ond male. After reporting concourse, the FIS, Southwest successful years with cake The program will be provided by John Branch who will As a result of action tak- School concerning the death driver of the Ford. The acci- was moving up and down. It the vehicle stolen, deputies Airlines ticketing hall and an and snacks while refl ecting be speaking on behalf of the Exploration Green Project. The en by Pasadena Independent of Donald Roventini Jr. was dent took place just one day wasn’t until a second medic were contacted by both the expanded security checkpoint. on past accomplishments and event will start at 9:30 a.m. with a social gathering and coffee. School District trustees, dismissed by Judge Nancy after the road was opened to team arrived and found Man- Pasadena and Houston po- In those three highly suc- looking forward to future ad- The business meeting will begin at 10 a.m. Beverly Hills Intermediate Atlas. through traffi c following a riquez still breathing that they lice departments, which said cessful years since that inau- vancements. At the close of the meeting the annual Valentine fried School would receive a new 15 years ago (2004) 22-month repair. transported her to Memorial the vehicle had later been gural fl ight, traffi c has seen Traci Rutoski manages chicken/potluck luncheon will be held. Members are asked roof and gym fl oor. The ma- Two male Clear Brook Houston City Council ap- Hermann Southeast Hospital. used in two home invasions. a sizable increase of 24 per- International Services and is to bring a salad, vegetable or dessert to share. CCART will jority of the cost would be High School students were proved action to change the Manriquez was then fl own by No immediate arrests were cent, additional destinations responsible for the interna- provide the chicken. All Texas-retired school employees from covered by insurance since stabbed in a hallway on the name of Ellington Field to Life Flight to Memorial Her- made. have been added, and more tional passenger movement the area are invited. The annual dues are $50. the destruction was caused second fl oor of the school Ellington Airport. The name mann Hospital-Texas Medi- 1 year ago (2018) are to come. In 2018, Hobby through Customs & Border by Hurricane Alicia. during a break between change was intended to en- cal Center, where she died at An elderly man was fatal- averaged nearly 42,000 pas- Protection (CBP) processing A traffi c signal, requested classes. The students, one courage general aviation and 4:30 a.m. ly shot in the parking lot of sengers per month. in the FIS. “It’s our responsi- by the Sagemont Civic Club, reportedly stabbed twice in commercial investment at 5 years ago (2014) H-E-B in the 9800 block of ? Hobby offers fl ights via bility,” Rutoski said, “ to pro- t was to be installed at the in- the back and another stabbed the facility. It did not impact Channea Ou, 58, fell from Blackhawk at Beltway 8 the an Southwest Airlines to Aruba, vide excellent customer ser- gn tersection of Hughes and once, were transported to existing tenants, who had the the 13500 block of the Gulf afternoon of Saturday, Jan. Pre I be Beamer roads by the end of Memorial Hermann Hospi- option of retaining the name Freeway at Beltway 8, and 20. According to police, the ould HCMG announces events the year. tal in the medical center by Ellington Field for their own was pronounced dead at the incident took place around C The Harris County Master Gardeners has announced its 30 years ago (1989) members of the Friendswood purposes. scene. According to police, 1:05 p.m. The victim, That I need a pregnancy test upcoming events for January and February. Pasadena Independent Volunteer Fire Department. Capt. Darla M. Reed, the Ou was driving a tan Honda Huu Le, 75, had reportedly I need to know what to do The Harris County Master Gardeners Lecture Series: “The School District Superinten- It was reported that Pas- highest-ranking HFD offi cial Accord south on the con- been followed by two male Secret Life of Soil,” by Sherri Harrah of Plants for All Sea- We are here for you. We care!! dent Dr. Lon Luty, the South adena Independent School to respond to an accident in necting ramp from the South suspects to the store from a All Services are Free and Confidential. sons, will take place on Thursday, Feb. 14, from 10 to 11:30 Belt-Ellington Chamber of District superintendent Dr. July 2008 that killed 18-year- Sam Houston Parkway to nearby Wells Fargo Bank, a.m., at Genoa Friendship Gardens Educational Center Build- Commerce’s Citizen of the Rick Schneider’s salary – old Melissa Manriquez, was the southbound Gulf Free- where he had made a cash 281-484-0005 ing, 1202 Genoa Red Bluff Road in Pasadena. Plants will be Year, accepted the position of nearly $279,000 and ranking fi red following an investi- way around 9:50 a.m. when withdrawal. As Le was ex- Beltway 8 South for sale in the greenhouse. superintendent of the Fresno him among the highest paid gation. She reportedly told he struck the concrete guard iting, his vehicle, one of the Crisis Pregnancy Center The Harris County Master Gardeners Fruit Tree Plant Sale Unifi ed School District in superintendents in the state – medics not to treat the vic- rail. After the accident, Ou suspects approached him, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or un- Fresno, Calif. had increased by 183 percent tim because she incorrect- walked back along the path and an altercation ensued. til sellout at Campbell Hall, Pasadena Fairgrounds, 7600 Red After 20 years of discus- since he became superinten- ly thought Manriquez was that his vehicle had taken During the dispute, the sus- Largest selection of Bluff Road in Pasadena. sion, indecision, construction dent in 1993. already dead. According to and then returned to the ve- pect fi red multiple shots at wigs in Texas! On Saturday, March 30, the Harris County Master Garden- designs and revamped de- Students, faculty and Reed’s termination letter hicle where his wife was still Le. The suspects then fl ed the ers plant sale: tomato/pepper, herbs, vegetables and perennials signs, the Texas Department parents were all working written by HFD Chief Phil sitting in the front passenger scene in a vehicle later recov- FEATURING will be held from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. or until all produce is sold, at of Highways decided to ele- overtime to bring Dobie Boriskie, paramedics on the seat. He spoke to his wife in ered by investigators. Le was ESTETICA Campbell Hall, Pasadena Fairgrounds, 7600 Red Bluff Road. vate I-45 from Airport to just High School’s production scene initially reported to his native language, Cambo- transported to Clear Lake All these events are free and open to the public. 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During her ju- He found his way back silver medal in shot put at arship in the Energy Man- nior and senior seasons at to Major League glory as the 1967 state track meet. agement Program at OU. Duke, she led her team to a catcher for the Minneso- For more than 40 years, he Key has been a speak- back-to-back regular-season ta Twins during the 1963, held the school and school er for various athletic and and Atlantic Coast Confer- 1970 and 1971 seasons and district record in the shot church groups, as well as ence tournament titles. She for the Milwaukee Brewers put. keynote speaker at universi- became the 27th player in from 1971 to 1972. Ratliff Adams lettered three ty and professional events. Duke women’s basketball split catching duties with years at West Texas State His talks extol the virtues history to break the 1,000 George “the Baron” Mit- University (now West Tex- of life’s challenges and also mark for career points. terwald for the Twins and as A&M) as a starting of- strongly consider the spiri- Her Blue Devils teams played in the 1970 Ameri- fensive tackle, blocking for tual. won 114 of the 134 games can League Championship outstanding running backs Often the emphasis is that she played over her four Series. Ratliff shared the such as Eugene “Mercury” press on! seasons. baseball fi eld with many Morris (Miami Dolphins) At Dobie, Christ- celebrated baseball fi gures and Duane Thomas (Dallas James “Jimmy” mas-Kelly earned 10 varsi- like MLB Hall of Famers Cowboys). ty letters, including four in and Twins legends Rodney After earning a master’s Conference champions in McNeil track, where she won a dis- Carew and Harmon “Ham- degree along with adminis- 1978, 1979 and 1980 and trict title in the triple jump. merin’ Harmon” Killebrew. trative and superintendent’s Orange Bowl champions in In basketball, she was lights Ratliff put down his glove certifi cations from the Uni- 1979, 1980 and 1981. out – a three-time all-district and picked up several Hol- versity of Houston-Clear A potential All-Ameri- selection and an all-region lywood gigs, appearing Lake, Adams returned to can, Key was a three-year pick her senior year when in various soap operas in- Pasadena ISD to serve as a starter, earning All-Big Parade magazine named her cluding “The Young and teacher, coach, high school Eight honors until injury a fourth-team All-Ameri- the Restless,” “Days of our assistant principal and prin- and a cancer diagnosis cut can. Lives” and “General Hos- cipal at Pasadena High his football career short. She averaged 18.7 points pital,” along with the criti- School. Key shares “I went from and 9.6 rebounds her senior cally acclaimed American In 1998, Adams was game ball ‘best of best’ on season, leading the Long- sitcom “Cheers.” named Region 4’s High Sunday to ‘you will nev- horns to a 32-7 record. School Principal of the Year. er play again’ on Wednes- Christmas-Kelly re- Wayne After 43 years in education, day, and that was quite a turned to the South Belt all but one year at Pasade- challenge to my heart and Burnett Elementary held its annual spelling bee on Jan. ka Jones, Young’s mother; Young; Xamira; and Erica area last fall to help provide Adams na ISD, Adams was named mind.” 11. Xamira Zambrano, fourth-grader in Rebecca Well’s Zambrano, Xamira’s mother. Xamira will represent Hurricane Harvey refugees a founding board member, There is a silver lining class, was named champion of the spelling bee and Burnett in the Pasadena Independent School District with shoes and sports gear. former president and con- in that the injury to the kid- Jaylen Young, fourth-grader in Rebecca Well’s class, spelling bee in February. Her Dobie basketball jersey sultant for the Pasadena ISD ney led doctors to the exact was named runner-up. Shown are, left to right, Mone- Photo submitted was retired by the school in Education Foundation. point in Don’s body where 2017. His contributions as cancer was growing unde- (deceased) vice-chairman of the Mc- tected (the great mercy of Pasadena HS/Class of Paul Donald’s Texas Invitational the Lord God Most High). 1947 basketball Tournament were Following the injury, in Head Football Coach Thompson honors students of the month Ratliff instrumental in raising more 1982 Coach Switzer estab- Sam Rayburn High School than 1.5 million dollars for lished the Don Key Award James McNeil was an the Education Foundation. which is considered the outstanding running back at highest honor an OU foot- Pasadena High School from ball player can receive. It 1944 to 1947. Don is awarded to the player During a city champion- who best exemplifies the ship game, he drew such a Key many superior qualities of crowd that it led to the fund- its namesake, both on the ing of the fi rst football sta- Pasadena HS/Class of field and in the classroom. dium in Pasadena. 1978 In addition, Sooner bene- McNeil was perhaps one of the best recruits in South Houston/Class of In 1978 Don Key was factors established the Don Lamar University history, 1967 voted the most valuable Key Scholarship which is garnering some of the most Wayne Adams, one of lineman in the district, was awarded to a student athlete successful back-to-back the top track athletes and First Team All-District and pursuing higher education. seasons in football history. football linemen in South also First Team All Greater Key received a degree from With McNeil starring on Houston history, had an all- Houston. the business school at OU offense and defense, La- or-nothing attitude when it He played in the Texas in 1983 and has worked as mar won 18 games, played came to athletics. North/South All-Star Game a Landman in the Oil and in three bowl games and Pasadena HS/Class of 1962 He earned All-District, and the Oil Bowl. Con- Gas Industry his entire ca- shared a conference cham- A baseball standout at Pas- All-Greater Houston and sidered by many as one of reer. He was Landman of pionship in what was possi- adena High School, Paul Rat- All-State honors in both the state’s top high school the year in 1999 and served bly the nation’s best junior liff signed as a free agent after football and track in high linemen, Key signed with as President of the Ameri- college conference during senior year to join the Min- school. the University of Oklaho- can Association of Profes- that era. nesota Twins in 1962. By the In 1967, he started in the ma and quickly became a sional Landmen in 2013- McNeil was sensation- next season, Ratliff, at age 19, Texas High School Coaches standout during the Coach 2014 with a membership al in 1949 when he scored was on the Twins opening day Association All-Star Foot- Barry Switzer era (a legend of 20,000+ at the time. In Thompson Intermediate held a luncheon on Jan. 15, to the month, left to right, Kaitlyn Campos, eighth-grad- 108 points, rushed for 1,266 roster, appearing in 10 games. ball game in San Antonio. in college football). While 2007, Hanna Oil and Gas celebrate its December students of the month. Teach- er; Alex Iniesta, seventh-grader; Rayyan Khan, yards and passed for 629 From 1962 to 1970, he was Adams became a two-time at OU, the Sooners were (Don worked with them for ers nominated one boy and one girl for each grade that eighth-grader; and Alyson Schwausch, seventh-grader. yards as the Cardinals post- showcased Thompson Pride. Shown are the students of Photo by Gina Gibson ed a 10-2 record and came within one game of gaining Leader reminisces on 2018 events a berth in the Junior College Rose Bowl. Continued from Page 2A Market, a man with a hood- registered voters – or rough- erby discovered the body was abducted at her apart- ie covering his face pushed ly 6.5 percent – taking part An all-conference per- Meador releases second nine-weeks rolls and notifi ed police. No im- former in 1949, McNeil was ment complex in the 3600 her down to the ground and in the election. mediate arrests were made. block of South Shaver and stole the envelope. Having Sept. 6 at his best in the big games. Meador Elementary has Cesar Gonzalez, Sebastian nor. court, Gissele Cardiel, Ma- Sept. 27 He scored both touchdowns released its honor, merit and Gonzalez, Daria Gonzalez, Merit Roll rio Cardona, Shaan Castillo, forced into her 2009 Mer- witnessed the ordeal, Mitch- Dobie High School Deputies with the Har- cedes. Two days later, Ad- ell identifi ed himself as a kicked off its 2018 football in a historic 14-7 win over recognized rolls for the sec- Bryceton Green, Alexa Gue- Third grade Charel Cole, Steven Corporan, ris County Precinct 2 Con- Kilgore College, and his ond nine-weeks. vara and Arlett Guzman. Angie Barragan, Megan Jiselle Cuevas, Abigail Gonza- kin’s car was discovered police offi cer and attempt- season Friday, Aug. 31, by stable’s offi ce executed burning in the parking lot ed to apprehend the suspect. playing the Santa Fe Indi- winning plays on both of- Recognized Roll Jasmon Harris, Paige Do, Abigail Gonzalez, Abi- lez, Hailey Gonzalez, Naomi warrants on two illegal fense and defense led to First grade Hladysh, Shae Ibarra, Mi- gail Hairston, Luke Kellen, Green, Abigail Hairston, Geor- of a Food Town in the 3300 The thief ignored Mitchell’s ans at their home fi eld. The gambling operations in the block of Shaver. Her body demands and tried to fl ee on game was the fi rst since the a 28-7 victory over top Felicia Aguirre, Jaelynn lan Johnson, Kanasia Lott, Luis Lupian, Karely Maldona- gio Howard, Yogenis Linares South Belt community, ranked Tyler Junior Col- Alvarez, Diana Alvarez, Arleny Maldonado, Domin- do, Derrion Malone, Mariany and Miguel Loredo. was in the back seat. Wash- foot toward the Food Town May 18 tragedy at the Santa seizing more than $30,000 ington was spotted near the across the street. Mitchell Fe school that left 10 dead lege in 1948. McNeil re- Trinity Baiza, Alannah Cal- go Martinez, Isaac Marti- Mendez and Alexander Vargas. Luis Lupian, Anthony in cash. The fi rst raid took ceived an academic schol- zada, Emily Chevez, Timo- nez, Kara McElfresh, Rylee Fourth grade Maldonado, Cha’nyia Mc- fi re and arrested on an un- gave chase and was able and 13 injured. Dobie won place at a convenience store related criminal mischief to catch the suspect on one the game 28-21 late in the arship to Lamar University thy Craige, Myrion Davis, McElfresh, Gregory Mc- Tasneem Rasheed and Gowen, Mariany Mendez, located in the 10800 block where he was named "Little William Dunn, Ana Elizal- Neil, Jeanelle Melgoza, Isaac Courtney Williams. Janenish Muniz, Madalyn charge. of the green esplanades on fourth quarter, following a of Hughes Road, where During questioning by Scarsdale. Desmond Hen- 39-yard touchdown from All-American" as a Cardi- de, Ethan Espinoza, Isabel- Montano, Caleb Navarro, Bug Roll Parrish, Janelle Ramos, Ta- deputies seized more than nal football player and was la Fernandez, Axel Flores, Joseph Nguyen, Christopher First grade hirah Rasheed, Alexander Ti- police, Washington report- ry, 22, was arrested and Longhorn running back $5,500 in U.S. currency and edly admitted to abducting charged with theft from a Chris Morris. named into the Lamar Uni- Skylar Glayzer, Blake Gon- Nunez, Alyssa Picarro, Azul Camila Avila, Tagen Bak- scareno, Amalia Torres, Devin an electronic gaming ma- versity Cardinal Football zalez, Rylie Hagan, Hannah Pineda, Graseila Preza, Isa- er, Katherine Barabona, Alexa Torres, Joseph Vargas, Manny Adkin and setting fi re to her person, evading on foot and Sept. 13 chine, as well as multiple vehicle, but he denied kill- possession of a controlled Dobie High School cel- Hall of Fame in 1993. Hernandez, Omar Jimenez, bella Rios, Annabelle Rodri- Lara, Alice Rodriguez, Lily Vigil, Jeremy Villafranca, Ida- electronic gaming machine McNeil returned to Pasa- Aneya Knight, Alejandro Lo- guez and Fabian Rodriguez. Rodriguez and Eddison Villar. lis Villegas, Dakota Williams ing her. Adkin was a 1982 substance. The female vic- ebrated its 50th anniversa- hard drives. Dobie graduate. tim suffered minor cuts and ry Thursday, Sept. 13, by dena ISD to start his teach- pez and Alfredo Maldonado. Gavin Rodriguez, Ke’Asia Second grade and Jahrey Williams. The second warrant was ing and coaching career at Ethan Mancillas, Sophia Ross, Lyla Saldana, David Maiko Bueno, Diamo- Fourth grade Aug. 23 scratches. holding a ceremony at the executed at a convenience The City of Houston Aug. 30 area campus on Blackhawk. Jackson Junior High School Mancuso, Valeria Martinez, Salguero, Daniel Savala, nique Burton, Isabella Car- Sophia Breigeith, Der- store located in the 12300 (now Jackson Intermediate). Joshua Olivares, Miguel Pe- Camden Scott, Josiah Sou- michael, Evanie Carreno, rick Malone, Andres Garcia, recognized longtime South On the one-year anni- Each of the high school’s block of Scarsdale, where Belt resident James Muecke versary of Hurricane Har- four surviving principals Coach McNeil was named rez, Sophia Ramos, Alfon- dine, Avery Thomas, Maris- Jahryana Cooper, Anna Dao, Maliah Jackson, Christopher approximately $28,600 was the fi rst head athletic direc- so Renteria, Melanie Rico, sa Thompson, Gabriela Tor- Antonio Garza, Cesar Gon- Williams, Miranda Alvara- at City Hall on Aug. 21 by vey, Harris County voters gave a speech at the event, seized, as well as a gaming naming the day in his honor on Aug. 25 overwhelming- commemorating the occa- tor and coach at Sam Ray- Gabriella Rodriguez, Bella res, Flor Vazquez, Madilynn zalez, Jeffrey Gonzalez, Bry- do, Gabby Gonzalez, Derica machine and numerous hard burn High School in 1963. Salazar, Malaysia Scott, Alan Wallace, Milely Williams, ceton Green, Jasmon Harris, Lewis, Kaitlyn Pecina, Alina for his years of community ly approved the $2.5 bil- sion. Dobie’s fi rst principal, drives. service. lion bond measure to fund Allen M. Sory (1968-1979), He led his team to a district Serrano, Adyleen Solache, Andre Williamson, Jayda Jose Jaime and Allysa Lilly. Sosa, Auri Young, Tasheem A man’s car was stolen at championship in 1968. He Ryann Taylor, Dary’n Thom- Womack and Jordan Young. Kanasia Lott, Andres Mal- Rasheed, Cayden Hedge, Off-duty Precinct 2 Dep- fl ood-mitigation projects to died the previous March at gunpoint from his own ga- uty Andrew Mitchell hero- protect the area during fu- the age of 96. was a dedicated coach and as, Daniela Torres, Jason Var- Honor Roll donado, Isaac Martinez, Kara Jefferson Bustillos, Naryiah rage in the 11100 block of stellar role model to many gas, Roman Wynn and Kim- Third grade McElfresh, Isaac Montano, Roy-Gee and Yasmine Joseph. ically came to the aid of a ture storms. Sept. 20 Sagehill Thursday, Sept. 20, female robbery victim the More than 85 percent A man was found fatally young men he coached berly Yerena. Emily Espinoza, Luis Go- Treavion Moore, Christopher Jaedon Sinclair, Jannie around 7:50 p.m. According during his career. Second grade mez, Renee Guy, Anthony Nunez, Azul Pineda, Gavin Cardenas, Tylen Foster, An- afternoon of Saturday, Aug. of voters cast their ballots shot at Beverly Hills Park, to Houston police, the vic- 18, near the Chase bank at in favor of the proposition, 10201 Kingspoint, around McNeil eventually Jasmine Alvarado, Ce- Maldonado, Jennie Mancuso Rodriguez, Noah Salazar, drew Garcia, Sierrah Gon- tim was working on his car, served as Assistant Princi- cilia Anthony, Aya Bahar, and Maurice Ty. David Salguero, Roman Sali- zalez, Joshua Gracia, McK- Scarsdale and Beamer. The which will provide funding 7:55 a.m. on Friday, Sept. a silver 2005 Mercedes Benz incident began as the victim for 237 projects throughout 14. David Alaniz was pro- pal at J. Frank Dobie High Matthew Barragan, Derek Fourth grade nas, Miley Williams and An- enzie Mandani, Hermallony C-Class, when an unknown School before passing away Broadwell, Natasha Cordova, Kevin Alfaro, Koy Hol- dres Williamson. Campos, Joey Gonzalez, An- was leaving the bank with an the county. Voter turnout, nounced dead at the scene. male approached him and envelope full of cash. As the however, was extremely low, According to police, he had in February 2015. Annabelle Dao, Xavier Da- combe, Pretty McCoy, Jillian Third grade gel Lopez, Ashley Moreno, produced a pistol, demand- He is survived by his lov- vis, Daniel Denova, Carolyn Mikulski, Estefani Orellana, Gisella Arellano, Melody Eric Reyes, Britny Cedillos, woman was walking toward with only around 150,000 of been shot multiple times in ing the vehicle. No immedi- the nearby Hong Kong Food Harris County’s 2.3 million the head and torso. A pass- ing and devoted wife, Mona Erazo, Jaiden Espinoza, Dan- Daniel Salamanca, Jaedon Arellano, Drake Avalos, Ra- Mirian Andrade, Miriam Tor- ate arrests were made. Patricia McNeil. iel Garcia, Antonio Garza, Sinclair and Julian Villase- chel BenSmith, Beatriz Betan- res and Matthew Dunn. 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TENNIS Continued from Page 1B knocking off all comers. loss to Kingwood, as the The Wolverines did verines could not keep Varsity Girls’ Basketball importance down the Humble, currently one Mustangs, needing a win close out the fi rst half of up the pace against Clear Friday and Saturday, Feb. 1-2 stretch. game behind South Hous- to extend their own play- District 24-6A action with Springs, which took the (As of Jan. 23) Dobie varsity at Franklin/Kramer invit., TBA Injuries have hampered ton for second place in the off hopes, outscored the a 48-44 victory over Clear big win to begin the sec- the Dobie girls during the standings, took an easy Longhorns 28-17 in the Falls. ond half of league play. Friday, Feb. 8 stretch run, but the two- 88-63 win over Dobie Jan. second half. In that one, the Wolver- In the fi rst half of dis- Teams W L Dobie varsity at Ron Wesbrooks invit., TBA time defending league 18 with a big 43-21 sec- At Clear Brook, the ines outscored the Knights trict play, Clear Brook was champions have managed ond-half run. Wolverines are likely 24-17 in the fourth quarter a 63-58 winner over the Clear Springs 7 1 SOFTBALL to stay focused on the fi - Marquice Scott led Do- headed for a fourth-place to take the victory. Knights. nal prize – another playoff bie with 15 points, and battle with Clear Springs For Brook, Brandon It remains to be seen if Clear Falls 7 2 Friday, Jan. 25 berth. De’Aubrion Taulton and as the likes of Dickinson, Andrews made 15 of 18 the Knights’ most recent San Jacinto College vs. UH-Victoria, Galv., 9 a.m. A 47-37 loss at Hum- Shannon Hayes both had Clear Creek and Clear free throws en route to 6-point victory over the Clear Lake 6 2 San Jacinto College vs. Snead State, Galv., 3:00 ble Jan. 18 was tempo- 13 points for the Long- Lake have leaped out in 27 points in the game Wolverines will come into rarily costly to the locals, horns. front of the rest of the fi eld as the locals gained a play down the stretch. Clear Creek 5 4 Saturday, Jan. 26 but then came the 18-point It was more of the same with fi ve games remain- much-needed victory. It’s close to playoff Alvin 4 4 San Jacinto College vs. LSU-Eunice, Galv., 9 a.m. win over Kingwood. in the most recent road ing. Unfortunately, the Wol- time, and the chase is on. San Jacinto College vs. NW Fla. State, Galv., 1:00 The upcoming road Dickinson 1 8 game (Jan. 25) against San Jacinto College vs. Chipola, Galv., 5:00 Atascocita will no doubt District 22-6A Standings District 22-6A Standings Clear Brook 0 9 be a challenge for the lo- Tuesday, Jan. 29 cals, but then come games Varsity Boys’ Basketball Varsity Girls’ Basketball Dobie varsity hosts Dickinson scrimm., PISD, 6:30 against non-playoff con- Dobie JV hosts Dickinson scrimmage, PISD, 5:00 tenders Sam Rayburn, (As of Jan. 23) (As of Jan. 23) District 24-6A Standings South Houston and Me- Friday, Feb. 1 morial to close out the reg- Varsity Boys’ Basketball ular season. Teams W L Teams W L Dobie varsity at Friendswood scrimm., Friends., TBA While the Lady Long- Summer Creek 10 0 Atascocita 12 0 (As of Jan. 23) horns are very much in the Monday, Feb. 4 mix for a playoff berth un- South Houston 9 2 Summer Creek 11 1 Dobie varsity hosts Clear Creek scrimm., PISD, 6:30 der fi rst-year head coach Teams W L Jasmine Hartman, the Humble 8 3 Humble 9 4 Saturday, Feb. 9 Dobie varsity boys’ team Dickinson 7 0 Dobie varsity hosts round robin, El Franco Lee, TBA might have to settle for the Atascocita 7 4 Dobie 8 4 role of spoiler this season. Clear Creek 6 1 At 3-9, the Longhorns Kingwood 6 5 Kingwood 5 7 Monday, Feb. 11 have not been able to make Clear Lake 4 2 Dobie varsity hosts Clear Brook, PISD, 6:30 up ground in the chase for Pasadena 4 6 Memorial 3 8 Dobie JV hosts Clear Brook, PISD, 5:00 a playoff berth. Clear Brook 3 4 Plus, Summer Creek, Dobie 3 8 Sam Rayburn 3 9 Clear Springs 3 4 SOCCER South Houston and Hum- Friday, Jan. 25 ble have waged a three- Sam Rayburn 1 9 Pasadena 1 11 team battle at the top of Clear Falls 1 6 Dobie varsity boys vs. Pasadena, Vet., 5:30 the standings, seemingly Memorial 0 11 South Houston 1 12 Dobie JV boys vs. Pasadena, Auxiliary, 7:30 Alvin 0 7

Saturday, Jan. 26 Dobie varsity girls vs. Pasadena, Vet., TBA San Jac softball Dobie JV girls vs. Pasadena, Auxiliary, TBA Lady Longhorns to open with Brook Feb. 11

Tuesday, Jan. 29 Dobie varsity girls host Humble, San Jac South, 7:30 Dobie High School to begin season Dobie varsity boys at Humble, 7:30 Varsity Softball Schedule Continued from Page 1B UH-Victoria, coached by Dobie JV girls host Humble, San Jac South, 5:30 ing lineup for the Coyotes Dobie graduate Lindsey Dobie JV boys at Humble, 5:30 Date Opponent Time could very well feature Ferguson Ortiz, missed Jan. 29 Dickinson scrimm. (PISD) 6:30 plenty of local talent. out on making the Nation- Friday, Feb. 1 Sophomore Michelle al Association of Intercol- Feb. 1 at Friendswood scrimm. TBA Dobie varsity girls at Kingwood, 7:30 Kristoff and catcher Al- legiate Athletics preseason Dobie varsity boys host Kingwood, Vet., 8:30 Feb. 4 Clear Creek scrimm. (PISD) 6:30 lison Bravo, both Dobie top 25, but did receive sev- Dobie JV girls at Kingwood, 5:30 Feb. 9 Round Robin scrimm. (EFL) 9 a.m. graduates, are back. eral national votes. Kristoff, who has The Jaguars, who fea- Dobie JV boys host Kingwood, Auxiliary, 6:30 Feb. 11 Clear Brook (PISD) 7 p.m. signed to continue her ed- ture Dobie graduate and Feb. 14-16 at Bryan tourn. TBA ucation and playing career all-conference player Ma- BASKETBALL at UT-Victoria beginning rissa Longoria at catch- Friday, Jan. 25 Feb. 19 *Summer Creek (PISD) 6:00 next school year, led San er, are favored to win the Dobie varsity boys host Atascocita, 7:00 Feb. 21-23 Pearland tourn. (Dobie) TBA Jacinto in pitching victo- Red River Athletic Con- Dobie varsity girls at Atascocita, 7:00 ries a season ago with 10. ference title this season af- Feb. 26 *Pasadena (PISD) 6:00 Dobie JV girls at Atascocita, 5:30 Although Kristoff’s fi - ter reaching the NAIA na- Feb. 28- nal 10-15 record did not tional tournament a season Dobie JV boys host Atascocita, 5:30 seem all too impressive, ago at 30-18. Dobie sophomore boys host Atascocita, 5:30 March 2 at GCISD tourn. TBA her earned run average for On Jan. 26, San Jacin- Dobie freshman A boys host Atascocita, 4:00 March 1 *Humble (PISD) 6:00 the season was just 2.12. to will face LSU-Eunice, Dobie freshman B boys host Atascocita, 4:00 As for Bravo, she was which has opened the March 5 *at Kingwood 6:00 an all-conference selec- National Junior College Tuesday, Jan. 29 March 8 *Atascocita (PISD) 7 :00 tion after hitting .368 for Athletic Association’s Di- Brook varsity boys host Dickinson, 7:00 the team and delivering a vision II season at No. 3 March 9 *Sam Rayburn (PISD) 11:30 steady performance be- nationally. LSU-Eunice Brook varsity girls at Dickinson, 7:00 March 11 *South Houston (PISD) 11:30 hind the dish. was the national champion Brook JV girls at Dickinson, 5:30 Samantha Martinez, in 2017. Brook JV boys host Dickinson, 5:30 March 19 *Memorial (PISD) 6:00 who hit .355 as a freshman The fi nal game of the Brook sophomore boys host Dickinson, 5:30 March 26 *at Summer Creek 6:00 a season ago at San Jacin- tournament comes Jan. 26 Brook freshman A girls at Dickinson, 4:00 to, also returns. against Chipola, which is March 29 *Pasadena (PISD) 6:00 Brook freshman A boys host Dickinson, 4:00 Another key returnee sitting at No. 2 nationally April 2 *at Humble 6:00 on offense fi gures to be in the NJCAA Division I Lacey Gabaldon, who hit poll. Dobie High School April 5 *Kingwood (PISD) 7:00 .325 during her fi rst sea- For San Jacinto Col- April 9 *at Atascocita 6:00 son with the team. lege, it’s all about getting The opening tourna- off to a quick start this sea- Varsity Spring Tennis Schedule April 12 *Sam Rayburn (PISD) 6:00 The Dobie softball program has begun preseason workouts in preparation for ment of the season, com- son, making it easier to put Date Opponent Time April 16 *South Houston (PISD) 6:00 the start of the 2019 campaign as star shortstop Taylor Pleasants (above) leads ing up in Galveston, will 2018 in the past. be one of the most com- Kristoff, Bravo and Feb. 1-2 Frankln/Kramer invit. TBA April 18 *Memorial (PISD) 6:00 the Lady Longhorns into action. Scrimmages begin Jan. 29, and Dobie hosts Clear Brook Feb. 11 to begin the regular season. petitive of the season for many more players aim to Feb. 8 at Wesbrooks invit. TBA each of the participants. do just that. Feb. 14-16 at Corpus Spring Fling TBA Feb. 22-23 at Clear Brook invit. TBA Area sports news, notes March 1-2 at San Marcos invit. TBA March 7 Houston St. John’s 3 p.m. Rising Stars Track Club practicing, etc. March 21 at Sunseri invit. (Galv.) TBA The Rising Stars Track Club, the area’s longstanding youth track and fi eld orga- March 29-30 at Beachomber Classic TBA nization, is set to begin practices and registration at Dobie High School. Returning April 3-4 at 22-6A Championships TBA team members are encouraged to join workouts beginning Thursday, Jan. 24, from April 17-18 at Region III Champ. TBA 5 to 7 p.m., at the JFD track. The team will also practice each Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. as well as each Satur- day from 10 a.m. to noon until the season begins. Team offi cials will also accept registration each Saturday in conjunction with the practices. For more informa- JV Spring Tennis Schedule tion, call head coach Ivory Kimble at 832-561-1248. Date Opponent Time Sagemont Cowboys’ returning player sign-up Jan. 24 Wilson Have A Blast (Dobie) TBA The Sagemont Cowboys of the Bay Area Football League will be on hand Sat- Jan. 31 Houston Memorial 3 p.m. urday, Feb. 2, as the organization accepts returning player registration from 9 a m. to 2 p.m. at El Franco Lee Park. Feb. 6 Pasadena ISD tourn. TBA Returning players ages 5 to 12 are eligible to rejoin the Cowboys for the 2019 Feb. 12 at Deer Park invit. TBA season. Offi cials will also be accepting information for those youths who would Feb. 19 at Katy tourn. TBA like to play. Feb. 26 at Baytown tourn. TBA Schmitz Years Dobie soccer reunion is Feb. 9 March 6 Houston St. John’s TBA Former Dobie varsity boys’ head soccer coach and school athletic trainer Jon March 20 at Clear Brook invit. TBA Schmitz is finalizing plans for a reunion involving players from the 1983-1984 March 26 at Fort Bend tourn. TBA through 1989-1990 teams, otherwise known as the “Schmitz Years.” Those former Longhorns will be honored at the current team’s Saturday, Feb. 9 match at Veter- April 25 at 22-6A Championships TBA ans Stadium, beginning at noon. Dobie will be in action against Sam Rayburn that day. There will then be a celebratory dinner/event following the match. Schmitz would like to reach out to as many of those former players as possible. Those interested in being involved in Freshman Spring Tennis Schedule the reunion may reach Schmitz via email at [email protected]. Date Opponent Time Age 10-11 select football showcase planned Jan. 29 Pasadena ISD tourn. TBA A group of Dobie High School graduates is set to host a tryout for 10-year-old Feb. 5 at MacArthur tourn. TBA football players (can be 11 years old if birthday is before July 1, 2019) Saturday, Feb. 13 at Manvel invit. TBA Jan. 26, at Dobie High School. The tryout is expected to begin around 10 a.m. The staff is looking to build a roster of 25-30 players to compete in a showcase tourna- Feb. 27 at Deer Park tourn. TBA ment Feb. 23-24 in San Antonio. March 8 at Clear Springs invit. TBA The coaching staff is headed by Dobie graduate and head coach Emmanuel Ed- March 19 at Clear Brook invit. TBA mondson, assistant head coach Kelton Bailey as well as Vance and Vaughn Leon- ard, and Maurice Poullard. For additional information or details, direct email to April 24 at 22-6A Championships TBA Bailey at [email protected]. Thursday, January 24, 2019, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Dobie graduate Jackson keeping NFL hopes alive as he, Browns move ahead By John Bechtle Rookie quarterback Bowl Most Valuable Play- tive for the game. are always being good Sports Editor Baker Mayfi eld had a huge er honors along the way. It remains to be be seen teammates and helping While the New England season once handed the Since ending his ca- how long Jackson can you with technique, little Patriots and Los Angeles keys to the Browns’ of- reer at MHB, Jackson keep this up, or as to what nuances and things you Rams are set to square off fense. has chased the dream of level he can ascend as a can put into your game. in Super Bowl LIII Feb. One player who also becoming a professional receiver. But this much is It’s a competitive atmo- 3 in Atlanta, the Cleve- hopes to be part of the football player, and he’s true: he’s getting closer to sphere of course, but ev- land Browns may very Browns’ hype moving for- there. his goal. erybody has been so sup- well be one of the most ward is Blake Jackson, a He has been released Jackson is currently portive.” talked-about teams seven former standout quarter- both by Calgary Stam- under contract with the Former Browns’ offen- months from now. back who has made the peders of the Canadian Browns for the league sive coordinator Freddie At 7-8-1 last season, the switch to receiver at the Football League and the minimum, and says team Kitchens is now the team’s Browns greatly improved professional level. Browns, but has perse- offi cials have defi nitely head coach, which should as the season went along. Jackson, a 2012 Dobie vered. indicated that they plan only help Jackson as next graduate, has been asso- The Stampeders re- to further utilize his skills season nears. At left, Dobie Class of ciated with winning for leased Jackson following come the 2019 regular “They’ve talked to me 2012 graduate Blake many years. He played at training camp in 2018. season. about a more signifi cant Jackson fashioned an Beverly Hills when the Ditto for Cleveland, where “On the practice squad, role for sure, whether it’s All-American career Bears were arguably the Jackson caught a touch- you’re doing everything special teams or at receiv- at the University of best in the Pasadena ISD down pass in one of the the rest of the team is do- er. I’m looking forward to Mary Hardin-Baylor, ranks. team’s preseason games ing, whether it be work- it. I’m just training every helping the team win a Fast forward to 2010 to but was among the last ing out or what have you,” day at some aspect of the Division III national ti- see that Jackson was Do- round of cuts in training Jackson said. game. I want to put myself tle while claiming Most bie’s starting quarterback camp. “As a player, you’re just in the best possible posi- Outstanding Player when the Longhorns last Signed to the Browns’ trying to soak it all up and tion to be successful.” honors. Now, he’s look- won a district champion- practice squad in October, be a pro about things every No Dobie player has ing to gain solid footing ship. Jackson spent the majority day. I really learned a lot ever competed in an NFL as a receiver in the Na- In college, Jackson of the season among that about technique from guys game during a given regu- tional Football League. wound up at Division group. like Jarvis Landry, Bobby lar season, but Jackson is and is under contract III Mary Hardin-Baylor, He was then elevated to Calhoun, Demarcus Ran- aiming to be the fi rst. He’s with the Cleveland where he quarterbacked the Browns’ active roster dall and so forth. come up victorious at ev- Browns. the Cru to a national cham- for the regular season fi na- “Whether it’s offensive ery level, and is intent on Photo courtesy UMHB pionship, picking up Stagg le, although he was inac- or defensive players, guys winning yet again. 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THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 last Friday, at University Baptist Church, 16106 com for details. 11:30 a.m. 7 a.m. Middlebrook Dr., Clear Lake. Coffee and socializing 8 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous Deer Park – 11:30 a.m. to AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through prior to 7 p.m. meeting. No meeting in December. For Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads 12:30 p.m. Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 additional information, visit www.TxBayAreaGen.org. UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 Church, 1202 East P Street, Deer Park. Enter through Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference 7 p.m. p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For details, call 281-484- Fellowship Hall in back of church. Call 409-454-5720 for room. Call 281-487-8787 for more information, or drop Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, 9243. details, or drop in. in. open meeting, 2930 Broadway, Pearland. Call 713-661- SUNDAY, JANUARY 27 Noon 10 a.m. 4200. 1 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and 8 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and Group, noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the Serenity Now Al-Anon Group – meets at CrossRoads Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 713-686-6300. club at 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochs UMC Fridays, 8 to 9 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochsner@aol. 6-8 p.m. [email protected] for details. Family members and friends of problem drinkers/ com for details. CrossRoads UMC – Mercy Hearts meets on the sec- Noon addicts share, learn Al-Anon principles, that they are 2 p.m. ond and fourth Mondays, 6 to 8 p.m., at CrossRoads Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners not alone, and discover choices available. For details, Grief Support Group – For adults who have lost a UMC located at 10030 Scarsdale. The focus of the new Group, noon, 3525 Broadway, Pearland. For details, call 281-484-9243. loved one. Meets Sundays, except Mother’s Day, Easter Mercy Hearts is support for families of inmates and AT YOUR call 713-686-6300. SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 and Christmas, 2 to 3:15 p.m., First United Methodist ex-offenders. The program will provide a complimentary 7 p.m. 7:30 a.m. Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena. For details, meal, group Bible study and discussion. Child care is FINGERTIPS Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open Alcoholics Anonymous – “Breakfast with Bill”, call 281-487-8787. provided. This is a confi dential ministry and information meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, Saturdays, 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 5:30 p.m. will be treated accordingly. For details, contact C. First Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, Cornell Conference Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program, Talbot at 281-245-7072 or [email protected]. READ call 713-661-4200. room. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in. Sundays, 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel at Life Church, 9900 6 p.m. FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 11 a.m. Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 for details or to Scrabble Club #511 – Meets Monday at IHOP, 11222 THE 7 a.m. StartSchoolLater.net (SSL) Houston Chapter - infor- RSVP for child care. Fuqua. Come, improve crossword playing skills. Call AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through mational meeting about the link of teen sleep deprivation 8 p.m. 281-488-2923 for details. There are no meetings on CLASSIFIEDS Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 to depression and low academic performance. The pub- Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads holidays. and you’re guaranteed Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference lic is welcome, 11 a.m., on the fourth Saturday at the UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 6:30 p.m. a spin around the world room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd. For de- p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281- Toastmasters – The Young Professionals Southeast of buying and selling... 10 a.m. tails, call 281-229-1409. RSVP is requested for meeting 484-9243. Toastmasters Club #05324194 meets Mondays, 6:30 – jobs and homes, Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, attendance. MONDAY, JANUARY 28 7:30 p.m., at the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 11 a.m. 10 a.m. Blvd., in room 110 D (except when library is closed). For choice business 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email the direc- Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays, 10 to 11 a.m. Literature details, call Karen Nunn at 832-722-9061 or Carolyn opportunities and tor at [email protected] for more information. women affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P Carmichael at 832-372-3565 or visit https://youngprofes sometimes just a friend... Noon United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Street, Deer Park. Enter through the back of church. sionalstoastmasters.com/. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – West End Group, Pasadena, Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281- Call 409-454-5720 for additional information, or drop in. 7 p.m. 281-481-5656 noon, Shepherd of the Heart United Methodist Church, 487-8787, or drop in. 10 a.m. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, 12005 County Rd. 39, Pearland. For details, call 713- 1 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), South Belt-Ellington 661-4200. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, Pearland, First Presbyterian Church-youth bldg. For Leader 6:30 p.m. Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 or email the direc- information, call 713-661-4200. Bay Area Genealogical Society – Meets monthly, the 281-480-1911 or email the director at jpochsner@aol. tor at [email protected] for details. Continued on Page 4B 11555 Beamer Page 4, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 24, 2019

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Russell at 832-483-6715. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open Congregation Shaar Hashalom – Israeli Folk Dancing on meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First South Belt-Ellington Leader Looking Monday, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., 16020 El Camino Real, 77062. $4/ Presbyterian Church-youth bldg. For information, call 713-661- to sell session or $35/10 sessions for CSH members and $5/session 4200. or $45/10 sessions for nonmembers. Everyone is welcome. For 7 p.m. Leader Reader Ads Deadline: or lease information, contact 281-488-5861 or csh@shaarhashalom. Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention – Call 281-286- org. 2525 (24-hour crisis hotline) for confidential domestic violence/ Personal: Noon Tuesday your home? TUESDAY, JANUARY 29 sexual abuse support group for women. Visit www.bayarea- 25 Words - $8 • 3 Weeks $21 Ads Are Not Taken 7 a.m. turningpoint.org for information. 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Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and 10 a.m. ______Ellington Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Leader's 281-480-1911 or email the director at [email protected] for Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at ______details. 281-480-1911 or email the director at [email protected] for weekly Noon details. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, Noon Real Estate noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For more information, call 713- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, section! 686-6300. noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call 713-686-6300. Make checks payable to: Noon 6:30 p.m. 11555 Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., Kirkwood Civic Association meets at the Sagemont South Belt-Ellington Leader Golfcrest Country Club, 2509 Country Club Dr., Pearland. Community Center, 11507 Hughes Rd. For details, call Ericka Beamer Lunch is $15. 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South Belt Support Leader Advertisers 1:30 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – #1530 meets at the Sagemont Park Community Center, 11507 Hughes Rd., 1:30 p.m. For information, call Jeanette Sumrall at 713-946-3713. Graphics & Printing 2 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club Lab Class – Tuesday, 2 p.m., 16614 Need Help Finding Your Sea Lark, 77062. For details or classes, contact Dr. Glandorf One stop for all your printing needs at [email protected] or call 281-488-6318 for more information. 7 p.m. 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 Dream Home? Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian Church-youth bldg. For information, call 713-661- 4200. To submit items WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30 7 a.m. for the AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 Let the Leader a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. 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PASADENA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2018 Data Control Debt Service Capital Projects Total Nonmajor Total Governmental Codes General Fund Fund Fund Funds Funds REVENUES 5700 Local and intermediate revenues $ 167,058,173 $ 37,312,506 $ 1,741,689 $ 20,120,208 $ 226,232,576 5800 State program revenues 349,808,820 15,381,883 - 4,020,356 369,211,059 5900 Federal program revenues 19,398,827 - - 66,041,542 85,440,369 5020 Total Revenues 536,265,820 52,694,389 1,741,689 90,182,106 680,884,004 EXPENDITURES Current: 0011 Instruction 306,383,636 30,047,113 336,430,749 0012 Instructional resources and media services 7,027,595 - - 428,761 7,456,356 0013 Curriculum and instructional staff development 8,073,855 - - 1,616,217 9,690,072 0021 Instructional leadership 6,025,796 - - 1,754,407 7,780,203 0023 School leadership 37,767,628 - - 1,742,901 39,510,529 0031 Guidance, counseling, and evaluation services 19,558,760 - - 6,050,832 25,609,592 0032 Social work services 136,745 - - 184,404 321,149 0033 Health services 4,940,190 - - 138,395 5,078,585 0034 Student transportation 16,156,456 - - 491,557 16,648,013 0035 Food services - - - 32,686,032 32,686,032 0036 Extracurricular activities 8,150,028 - - 3,949,098 12,099,126 0041 General administration 12,155,227 - - 20,233 12,175,460 0051 Plant maintenance and operations 51,506,340 - - 7,769,295 59,275,635 0052 Security and monitoring services 5,144,970 - - 160,184 5,305,154 0053 Data processing services 8,335,004 - - 433,084 8,768,088 0061 Community services 174,792 - - 375,235 550,027 Debt Service: 0071 Principal on long-term debt _ 38,720,000 . 38,720,000 0072 Interest on long-term debt - 32,404,732 - - 32,404,732 0073 Issuance costs and fees - 13,128 1,002,067 - 1,015,195 Capital Outlay: 0081 Facilities acquisition and construction 1,850,104 - 47,998,289 4,839,621 54,688,014 Intergovernmental: 0093 Payments to shared services arrangements 992,825 - - _ 992,825 0095 Payments to juvenile justice alternative education programs 122,945 - - - 122,945 0099 Other intergovernmental charges 1,379,937 - - - 1,379,937 6030 Total Expenditures 495,882,833 71,137,860 49,000,356 92,687,369 708,708,418 1100 Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues Over (Under) Expenditures 40,382,987 (18,443,471) (47,258,667) (2,505,263) (27,824,414) OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (USES) 7911 Issuance of capital related bonds . . 120,095,000 120,095,000 7915 Transfers in - - - 4,539,406 4,539,406 7916 Premium from issuance of bonds - 4,061 15,907,067 - 15,911,128 8911 Transfers out (10,539,406) - - - (10,539,406) 8949 Tax refunds per court order (1,749,736) (445,310) - - (2,195,046) 7080 Total Other Financing Sources (Uses) (12,289,142) (441,249) 136,002,067 4,539,406 127,811,082 1200 Net Change in Fund Balances 28,093,845 (18,884,720) 88,743,400 2,034,143 99,986,668 0100 Fund Balances - Beginning 95,783,527 51,602,157 45,881,164 12,137,922 205,404,770 3000 Fund Balances - Ending $ 123,877,372 $ 32,717,437 $ 134,624,564 $ 14,172,065 $ 305,391,438 The accompanying notes to the financial statements are an integral part of this statement.