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October 28, 2010 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 35, No. 39 Junk waste pickup set Junk waste will be picked up Thursday, Oct. 28, for city of Houston residents living south Elections scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 2 of Beltway 8. For more information, call 3-1-1. By James Bolen voting, 26,051 citizens voted in Harris County Houston Mayor Annise Parker and the Hous- ty. Early voting for the Nov. 2 general and special – nearly triple the number from the last guber- ton Chronicle have both come out in favor of the Various police offi cer and fi refi ghter groups PW Library sets events elections is under way and will continue through natorial election in 2006. That trend continued proposition, whereas several city councilmem- support the measure, while it is strongly opposed The following events are set for the week of Friday, Oct. 29. on Oct. 19, with 27,445 Harris County residents bers, the Harris County Republican Party and the by the Harris County Republican Party. Oct. 28 through Nov. 3 at Parker Williams A record number of early voters have turned casting their votes, as opposed to just over 9,000 Houston Independent School District have come Early polling locations include the Interna- Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd.: out this election cycle. on the second day of early voting in 2006. out against it. (See related editorial on Page tional Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Hall On Saturday, Oct. 30, Vietnamese story- On Monday, Oct. 18, the fi rst day of early In the race for governor, the two main can- 2A.) #66 at 4345 Allen Genoa, the Harris County time will include Reading Club at 9 a.m., fol- didates are Republican incumbent Rick Perry Proposition 2 asks if the city charter should be Courthouse Annex #25 at 7330 Spencer High- lowed by intermediate storytime at 11 a.m. and Democrat and former Houston Mayor Bill amended to provide that the required period of way and the Freeman Branch Library at 16616 and beginner storytime at 1 p.m. Where to vote White, with most current polls leaning in Perry’s residency to fi le for the offi ce of district council Diana Lane. Also on Oct. 30, The Friends of the Parker General election polling locations favor. member be reduced from 12 months to 6 months Early voting hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Williams Library will hold the last book sale Pct. # Location Running for U.S. Representative for District preceding the Election Day for the general elec- Thursday, Oct. 28, and Friday, Oct. 29. of the year from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 76 Beverly Hills Intermediate School 22, which encompasses much of the South Belt, tion in November 2011, for the purpose of redis- Polls will also be open Election Day, Tuesday, Donations of books, movies and magazines 11111 Beamer Road are Republican incumbent Pete Olson and Dem- tricting. Nov. 2, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. See chart on this are accepted throughout the year. 289 Garfi eld Elementary School ocratic challenger Kesha Rogers. Also controversial, Proposition 3 asks if the page for Election Day polling locations. The genealogy discussion (open to the pub- 10301 Hartsook St. A highly decorated Naval aviator, Olson has city should continue to use red light cameras to For more information, call 713-755-6965 or 417 Stuchbery Elementary School lic) group meets Monday, Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. served on the staffs of Sen. John Cornyn and for- enforce state or local laws relating to traffi c safe- visit www.harrisvotes.com. 11210 Hughes Road mer Sen. Phil Gramm. Preschool storytime is 10:30 a.m. Wednes- 418 Beverly Hills Community Center day, Nov. 3. Surprisingly, Rogers, a political organizer by 10201 Kingspoint Road profession, has built much of her campaign on a Toddler storytime is 10:30 a.m. Thursday, 475 Scarsdale Civic Association Building McMurrough catches Thunderbird Oct. 28. 12127 Teaneck Drive strong anti-Obama platform. 476 Frazier Elementary School In the Texas House District 144 race, Repub- CBHS golf tourney set 10503 Hughes Road lican incumbent Ken Legler is being challenged 536 Laura Welch Bush Elementary School by Democrat Rick Molina. The Clear Brook Boys Basketball program 9100 Blackhawk Blvd. Legler is a small business owner, while Mo- will hold its inaugural golf tournament on 537 BellaVita Clubhouse lina works as an attorney. Nov. 13, at the Golf Club at Country Place in 1548-B N. Riviera Circle Residents living within the City of Houston Pearland. Shotgun starts at 12:30 p.m. 545 Parker Williams Library will have a chance to vote on three propositions All proceeds will support the program by 10851 Scarsdale Blvd. Suite 510 in a special election. providing new uniforms and offset traveling 654 El Franco Lee Community Center 9400 Hall Road Proposition 1 asks voters to decide for or costs. against amending the city charter of the City of The cost is $85 for single play, and $340 for 715 Aviation Department - Ellington Field Highway 3 Building 510 Houston to provide for the enhancement, im- a foursome. Dinner will be provided by Casa 755 Genoa Staff Development Center provement and ongoing renewal of Houston’s Ole, and there will also be a silent auction. 12900 Almeda Genoa Road drainage and streets by creating a dedicated pay- For more information, contact Coach Jason 774 El Franco Lee Community Center as-you-go fund for drainage and streets. Pillow at 281-284-2163 or [email protected]. 9400 Hall Road The issue has proved quite controversial, with Registration forms and sponsorship informa- 842 Burnett Elementary School people speaking out strongly on both sides of the tion is available at brookbasketball.org under 11825 Teaneck Drive issue. the News tab. Cokesbury sells pumpkins The annual pumpkin patch runs through Local Halloween events set Halloween at Cokesbury United Methodist Halloween is around the corner, and South Treat Saturday, Oct. 30, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Church, 10030 Scarsdale, Monday through Belters have plenty of options on how to cele- Freeway Baptist Church, 8702 Kingspoint, Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from brate this year’s holiday. will host its annual Trunk-R-Treat event Satur- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 7 Almeda Mall will host Mall-O-Ween on Sun- day, Oct. 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will fea- p.m. Proceeds benefit Cokesbury Children’s day, October 31, from 3 to 5 p.m. Children can ture games, prizes, candy, food and fun. Ministry. The 26th annual Wings Over Houston Airshow took place Saturday, Oct. 23, and Sun- dress up for a costume contest with prizes. For more information, call 281-484-0323 or day, Oct. 24, at Ellington Airport. South Belt resident Richard McMurrough snapped the For additional information, call 281-484- The event will include a performance by the visit www.freewaybc.com. 9243. above photo of one of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbird F-16C Fighting Falcon pilots prac- Morris Middle School Choir and free candy at Weber Elementary, 11955 Blackhawk, will ticing on Friday, Oct. 22. Photo by Richard McMurrough center court while supplies last. hold its annual All Star Carnival Saturday, Oct. Project Grad garage sale set Sagemont Cowboys will hold their Field of 30, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attractions include a Dobie’s Project Graduation 2011 Committee Screams Haunted House at El Franco Lee Park rock wall, hay ride, giant slides, obstacle course, will hold a garage sale on Oct. 30, at Moore Friday, Oct. 29, and Saturday, Oct. 30, from 8 to moonwalks, game booths, face painting, silent SVFD open house set for Nov. 13 Elementary from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 11:30 p.m. auction, basket drawing, entertainment and food. The Clear Brook City Municipal Utility Dis- copal Pipers, will follow. Those who would like to donate items, Tickets are $5 for kids and $8 for adults. Wristbands will be sold for $20 for unlimited trict and the Southeast Volunteer Fire Depart- An offi cial ribbon-cutting ceremony will be work the sale or just come peruse the items, The Southeast Volunteer Fire Department will play. ment will celebrate the grand opening of the new conducted by the Clear Brook City MUD board are welcome. host its annual Halloween carnival Sunday, Oct. SVFD station at 10510 Scarsdale Blvd. Saturday, of directors, the South Belt-Ellington Chamber For more information, contact Christine 31, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the department’s main sta- Nov. 13, with an open house from 11:30 a.m. to 3 of Commerce board of directors and SVFD of- Duensing at 281-974-0867, Sharon Finney at tion at 9830 Hughes Road. p.m. fi cials. 281-793-5918 or e-mail jfdprojectgrad@ Now in its ninth year, the event will include Retiring An offi cial blessing by the Rev. James Bur- The ceremony will conclude with an offi cial gmail.com. a moonwalk, trick-or-treating, free hot dogs and khart of St. Luke’s church will take place at wash down by area fi re departments. The group is also on Facebook at Dobie games. noon. All members of the South Belt community are Project Grad 2011. Children in attendance will be allowed to Romero’s No. climb aboard the department’s fi re engines and A celebration of remembrance for deceased invited to tour the new station after the ceremo- ambulances. members, accompanied by the St. Thomas Epis- nies. Scout Rally at Stuchbery For more information, call Sherrie Golightly On Tuesday, Nov. 2, at 6 p.m., Cub Scout at 281-485-7576. Pack 692 will hold a rally at Stuchbery Ele- San Jacinto College South will hold its annual Dobie football on winning streak mentary for boys ages 7 through 10 who wish children’s fall festival Friday, Oct. 29, at the J.D. to join the Boy Scouts. Bruce Student Center from 6 to 8:30 p.m. After whipping Sam Rayburn 48-7 Oct. 23 at The school’s fi rst distirct title since that 1999 Any adults interested in leadership should There will be a costume contest at 7:30 p.m, Newcomb Field, the Dobie varsity football team season is within reach, but fi rst come the Trojans. also attend. with registration beginning at 7 p.m. The festival qualifi ed for the playoffs for the fi rst time since “We want to be the champions of the school dis- For more information, call Joe Bennett at will include pony rides, a petting zoo, a bounce 2004. trict fi rst,” Dobie head coach Jim Phillips said. 281-748-1166. house, games and food. Dobie, which registers the second-largest student “Having the chance to win the district would be Faith Baptist Church, 9851 Mango, will host enrollment in the District 22-5A ranks, will take on nice, but we have to handle South Houston fi rst. It’s either North Shore or Beaumont West Brook in the all about trying to get better as a football team ev- Community garage sale set its annual fall festival on Oct. 23, from 2 to 4 Class 5A Division I bidistrict playoffs Nov. 12-13. ery week.” Sageglen and the Meadows of Clear Creek p.m. Come dressed in favorite pajamas. Fun for At 6-2 overall through eight games, the team So far, so good, coach. Community will hold a community-wide kids and adults of all ages. For more informa- has posted just its third winning season since 1999, Dobie’s fi nal regular-season home game is Fri- garage sale Saturday, Nov. 6, starting at 7 a.m. tion, contact Kristin Enochs at kristin.enochs@ when the Longhorns went 10-0 in the regular sea- day, Oct. 29, against the Trojans. Dobie’s fans will bnymellon.com or visit the Web site at www. Look for the signs along Scarsdale. son and eventually fi nished 12-1. sit on the home side of Newcomb Field. faithbaptistchurchhouston.org. Yet there is more to accomplish. At 3-0, the South Houston, 5-3 overall and 2-1 in District Plus 4 Credit Union will host its Trunk or Longhorns are atop the District 22-5A standings 22-5A action, will be looking to clinch a playoff Knights sell catfish Treat Thursday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at 9998 with games remaining against South Houston and berth with a win over Dobie. In the fi nal week, Do- The Knights of Columbus will serve fried Almeda Genoa (across from Walmart). Parking Deer Park. bie travels to Deer Park. catfish dinners at St. Luke the Evangelist will be at Life Tabernacle Church across the Catholic Church Fridays, Oct. 29, Nov. 12, street from the credit union. and Nov. 19. Cokesbury United Methodist Church, 10030 Two arrested following chase Dinner consist of a farm raised catfish fillet, Scarsdale Blvd., will hold its annual Trunk or fries, hush puppies, cole slaw, corn-on-the- By Matthew Griesmyer Anyone having any information regarding cob and tea. Soft drinks and desserts will be In the early hours of Oct. 17, South Belt resi- this is asked to contact the Clear Lake Patrol Di- available. One piece dinners are $9, and two dents near Dixie Farm Road heard a Houston vision of HPD at 281-218-3800. piece dinners are $12, dine in or take out, from Woman, 78, dies Police Department helicopter circling overhead 5 to 7 p.m. at the parish hall. in pursuit of criminals. San Jac seeks suspect All money raised will be used for scholar- At 12:40 a.m., HPD received a tip of a sto- ships and charitable projects. The public is in house fire len vehicle. An offi cer was sent to investigate invited. Longtime Freeway Manor resident Betty Lac- and saw the vehicle traveling north in the 15600 For information, call 832-444-4958. roix, 78, died Friday, Oct. 22, when an explosive block of the Gulf Freeway feeder. The driver of fi re took place at her home in the 800 block of the vehicle, a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu stolen from Mt. Carmel carnival Nov. 7 Shawnee near Welk around 10:30 p.m. Austin, saw the offi cer and fl ed. The offi cer activated his emergency equip- Mount Carmel Academy will hold its fall Neighbors reported hearing a series of rough- ment and gave pursuit eastbound on Dixie Farm carnival Sunday, Nov. 7, from noon to 5 p.m. ly four loud explosions as the house became Road. at the school, 7155 Ashburn. engulfed in fl ames. The blasts were so intense The driver turned into the Windjammer apart- Included will be games, prizes, food and they blew out the windows and doors of several ments at 950 Dixie Farm Road, stopped the ve- fun. neighboring homes. hicle and all four passengers fl ed on foot. To purchase raffle tickets, call 713-643- Upon hearing the explosions, nearby residents With assistance from HPD air support and a 2008. rushed to the house to try to help Lacroix and her The Dobie High School volleyball program K-9 unit, the driver of the stolen vehicle, Hector For information, visit www.mountcarmela husband, Collins Lacroix, 82, escape. honored teammate Gabby Romero by retir- Garcia of Victoria, was captured as well as one cademy.us. While the woman’s husband was able to be freed from the nearly leveled home, Lacroix her- ing her jersey No. 7 during part of senior passenger, Erasmo Ray Garcia of Austin. Hec- self was not as fortunate. night as the Lady Longhorns closed out the tor Garcia was charged with felony evading ar- Ballunar Liftoff Festival set Collins Lacroix was taken to an area hospital regular season against Deer Park Oct. 26. rest in the 262nd District Court and subsequently Romero, a member of the Dobie Class of pleaded guilty on Oct. 19 in exchange for eight The RE/MAX Ballunar Liftoff Festival with severe burns. 2011, died after a lengthy battle with renal San Jacinto College police have released presented by the City of Nassau Bay kicks off The couple had lived in the house for roughly cell cancer Oct. 2, 2009. Those in attendance months in a state correctional facility. Erasmo a sketch of the suspect wanted in the at- Friday, Oct. 29, at 6 p.m. and goes through 50 years and raised fi ve children there. during Romero’s jersey retirement cer- Garcia was charged with misdemeanor evading tempted abduction of a female student noon on Sunday, Oct. 31. Firefi ghters said they suspect the fi re was emony included, left to right, Jesse Romero arrest and was convicted on Oct. 19 and is cur- Oct. 13. He is described as black, in his For more information and to view a full caused by a natural gas leak and that oxygen (brother), Brenda Valles (sister) and Dobie rently serving 100 days in county jail. early 30s, with a tattoo on his right fore- schedule of events, visit www.BallunarFestival. tanks accelerated the blaze. High School senior volleyball player Kath- The remaining two passengers who fl ed the arm. Anyone with information is urged to com, or connect at www.facebook.com/ballu- At press time, however, the exact cause had erine Finney. Photo by John Bechtle stolen car have not been located, but the investi- call the campus police at 281-476-9128. narfest. yet to be determined. gation is currently under way. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 28, 2010 Publisher’s Opinion Readers’ Opinions Deaths ciently cover flood and drainage issues. join us in our efforts. Our goal this year is to After retirement, Borman Leader urges “No” vote on Prop. 1 The HCAD increases your tax liability by raise $3,600 (that’s $1 per Dobie student). Gloria Araiza enjoyed playing bridge and ten percent even under protests of prop- If you’d like to help, please visit our Team traveling. She was active in While all of us are against flooding, plan for spending the money, we know erty owners. website. Start at jfrankdobie.org or at my the Catholic Community of Prop. 1 on the city of Houston ballot does our area will come out on the short end, Let’s get real about the whole nature webpage and click on the Walk to Cure St. Luke the Evangelist Chap- not seem like a good idea. Basically this and the fee “tax” is far-reaching. of flooding and drainage. We can spend Diabetes link. There you can signup to walk ter of Catholic Daughters. is an additional tax, with no plan of how By making it a fee instead of a tax, all all the money in the world and still not be with us or make a donation in honor of the Borman is survived by to spend it. our churches, educational institutions able to stop the affects that Mother Dobie Longhorns. The team had hoped to daughters Jennie Schubert For the South Belt area, it really such as Pasadena and Clear Creek inde- Nature will impose upon us during a raise at least $500 online this year and and husband Rudy, Mary we’ve already exceeded that goal! makes no sense since so much of our pendent school districts will have to pay tropical depression or hurricane. The Rogers and husband Bob; flooding problems have to be tackled by it. So residents living outside of Houston You can help us by forwarding the team tidal surge from these storms prevents page to friends and family. You also help the grandchildren Lisa Schu- Harris County, not the city of Houston. city limits will be paying the tax to the city the drainage of our local tributaries and bert McMillan and husband The South Belt area and a lot of of Houston through the school districts cause when you share our link on Facebook. bayous from entering into the gulf. At the school, we’re having a “Penny Scott, Kim Schubert Phelps Houston will see no improvement through and their churches and other such insti- We need to make the political elite and husband Rodney, Mandy this new taxation. Even our city council- tutions. Tell Houston to get a fair plan, War!!!” to help raise funds for a cure. It’s a responsible for the funding that they have friendly competition between the four class- Schubert Scott and husband man, Mike Sullivan, came out against and then come back to us. Or better yet on hand. At this time property developers David, Bryan Rogers and Prop. 1 at a recent city council meeting. let Harris County Flood Control take the es. Cash and coin donations sent through a bear the financial burden for real estate Dobie student can be used to earn points for wife Jennifer, Jamie Rog- was born March 19, 1925, in It just doesn’t make sense, there’s no lead on flood control. –Marie Flickinger improvements with regards to water their class. Checks can be written to JDRF ers; and great-grandchildren Elizabeth, N.J. He was a 35- detention and drainage. Do not let this (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) Gloria Elizabeth Araiza, Kasey and Shannon Mc- year Sagemeadow resident. wolf in sheep’s’ clothing become another and sent through a student to room 133. 55, died on Friday, Oct. 22, Millan, Courtney and Brad- Perrone served in the Army toll road or Texas Lottery debacle. Vote The team is also in need of donated 2010, surrounded by her ley Phelps, Braden and Gar- Air Corps and was a World no to Proposition 1. items to use as raffle prizes for top fund- family after a year and a half rett Scott and Susanna Rog- War II veteran. He was a Readers’ Opinions Randall Glenski raisers and competition winners. Fundraising battle with cancer. She was ers. The Schuberts were long chemical engineer in the rub- will capoff Friday, November 5. Any last born on Sept. 7, 1955, in Har- time South Belt residents. ber and plastics industry for Dobie participates minute donations can be brought to the lingen, Texas. Funeral services will be more than 40 years and has Upshaws support Edwards opposes walk site. Araiza is preceded in death held Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, his name on several patents. in Diabetes Walk Dobie has had and will continue to have by her brothers, Nick Jr. and at 10:30 a.m. at the Catholic After retirement, Perrone Judge George Risner Judge George Risner students, faculty, and staff whose lives are The J. Frank Dobie High School Walk to Tony Araiza, and niece Lo- Community of St. Luke the had a few hobbies but enjoyed I am proud that I just cast my ballot dur- affected by diabetes. We walk for them. Join We have known Judge George Risner Cure Diabetes Team will again this year be homa Araiza Ramirez. Evangelist. the company of his family and ing early voting for Phillip Webb. Phillip is us in helping find a cure for diabetes in our for over 20 years. He is responsible, hard leading the largest high school team in the She is survived by her Graveside services will friends the most. He was very running against George Risner for Justice students’ lifetime. working and presides over his court impar- Greater Houston area. We’ll be walking daughter, South Belt resident follow at Forest Park Lawn- proud of his Italian heritage of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 2. Thank you, Brad Rampp tially and professionally. He is a Patriot and Saturday, November 6, at Reliant Park. We Myra Janacek and husband dale Cemetery. and enjoyed Italian cook- I am proud because I had the unfortu- Faculty sponsor, Dobie HS an upstanding member of this community. invite the far and wide Dobie community to Russell; grandchildren Kyle ing. He was a member of St. nate personal experience of being sum- In lieu of fl owers, me- We need to support his candidacy so that and Kamryn Janacek; par- morial donations honoring Luke’s Catholic Church and he can continue to protect and defend our moned recently to serve as a juror in ents Nicholas and Concep- Risner’s court. The docket was set for 1 Borman may be made to the became very good friends community values. cion Araiza; sisters Trudy p.m., and the judge was not on the bench Register now for Dec. ACT Catholic Daughter’s Schol- with Father Tom. Judge Risner has received endorse- Pena and husband Joe, Eva arship Fund in care of Court Perrone was preceded in ments from every community segment-- until about 3 p.m. We were never told why the judge was Registration is now open Unlike other exams, stu- ning, and college admissions. Martinez and husband Roy, Mother of Unity 2292, Cath- death by his wife of 56 years, professionals, law enforcement, business- for the Dec. 11 ACT achieve- dents are not penalized for The cost for the ACT test Rebecca Flores and husband Dorothy Marie Perrone, and men and families. He is well respected by not in court for the start of the docket. olic Community of St. Luke Whether it was a high-level strategy meet- ment test. Students who wish guessing or answering all the without writing is $33. When Ruben; brother Richard Arai- the Evangelist, 11011 Hall grandson Jeffery Perrone. young and old, including successful busi- za and wife Chris; and nu- nessmen who at times seek resolution of ing or just a prolonged lunch, about 20 to take the college admission questions on each test section. combined with the optional Road, Houston, TX 77089. He is survived by his fi ve disputes in his court knowing he will rule potential jurors were required to hang and placement exam must In fact, it is benefi cial for test ACT Writing Test, the total merous nieces and nephews. sons and daughters-in-law, with integrity. His well-organized and effi- around a back hallway until he showed up register before Nov. 5, 2010. takers to answer all questions cost is $48. Students who Araiza touched the lives Rosario J. Chris (Robbie), Roy (Tobi), cient court allows him time to review indi- to rule on the cases before him that day. The ACT is a curriculum- within the time allowed. qualify may apply for a fee of many children as an edu- Kenneth (Sherri), Ronald, vidualized details of cases resulting in fair After he finally appeared on his bench based achievement exam. It During registration, stu- waiver through their high cator for 30 years. She began Perrone and Charles (Lauri) all of rulings based on facts and law. Judge we waited more than an hour to learn that tests what students have ac- dents may select up to four school counselor. as a paraprofessional in Har- Houston. He is also survived Risner’s opponent has no experience in all cases had been resolved and we were tually learned in school, not universities to receive their The ACT website, www. lingen CISD, then began her Rosario J. “Harry” Per- by 10 grandchildren and one running a court or providing guidance to a free to go without having to serve. Many of their aptitude for learning. score reports. ACT scores are actstudent.org, has helpful in- teaching career as a kinder- rone, 85, died Tuesday, Oct. great-grandchild. needful community. us shared the idea that had he been two The ACT also measures what accepted by all four-year col- formation, free sample items, garten teacher in San Benito 26, 2010, in Houston after a Perrone requested there be Judge Risner has made remarkable hours earlier we could have similarly been students need to know to be leges and universities across and options to order inexpen- ISD, and continued teaching brief battle with cancer. He no service or memorial. inroads while in office, creating programs released two hours earlier. ready for fi rst year credit- the United States. sive test prep materials to as- kindergarten in Pasadena ISD I have met Phillip Webb several times in that redirect paths of troubled youths toward bearing college courses based ACT reports scores only sist test takers get ready for at South Shaver Elementary. productive and successful lives. Judge the South Belt area at civic club meetings The funeral service was and other events, and have gotten to know on ACT College Readiness when requested to do so by the exam. However, the best Risner stresses the importance of educa- Standards™. Every student’s the student. Additional score preparation is to take rigorous held Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, Confusing ad tion and often allows youths to serve sen- him. With his 20-plus years experience as a paralegal I am sure he is a highly qualified results can be tied directly to reports are available for a core courses in school, study at St. Luke’s Catholic Church. tences with community service, an alterna- these consistent standards. small fee. hard, and learn the academic Burial followed at Forest Park tive to assessment of fines. This way, replacement for the current justice of the peace in Pasadena. A basic courtesy of The ACT has four sec- All students complete a skills needed in college. East. campaign targets youths benefit from their experience and detailed inventory of ques- Most students register focus on education, instead of penalizing providing an explanation to 20 people as to tions – English, mathemat- overburdened parents by imposing fines. In why one is two hours late would be a ics, reading and science – and tions during ACT registra- online at www.actstudent. Celeste Maxine addition to advocating innovative approach- marked improvement. Bill Edwards takes about three hours to tion. Each test taker receives org. Students may also pick older residents es for juveniles, Judge Risner has also South Belt area resident complete. Students who take an ACT score report that in- up registration forms from Borman instituted creative solutions to support com- the ACT Plus Writing com- cludes a wide variety of in- their high school counseling Marketing campaigns de- warned that this is not at all munity needs. Judge Risner was the first Glenski: Vote NO plete an optional writing test formation to assist with high offi ces. Registration is avail- signed to capitalize on the related to the American Re- judge in Harris County to start the commu- that requires an additional 30 school course selection, col- able until Nov. 19, 2010, for confusion of the masses is no covery and Reinvestment Act nity service program as well as the first to Proposition 1 minutes. lege readiness, career plan- an extra $21 fee. new concept. However, the of 2009, passed in February night court. He also plans and participates Here we are again fellow voters and letters that some South Belt of that year, and that only se- in various senior programs and lends his taxpayers. We’re being asked to create residents have been seeing in lect hearing aid retailers are ear to their needs and concerns. San Jacinto celebrates Veterans Day their mailboxes are using new participating in the advertised We attend Sagemont Church with Judge another “Cash Cow” in able to create a Risner and his wife and are proud to par- “Magic Bullet” that will put an end to The San Jacinto Monu- the Battle of San Jacinto was here for everyone. tactics to coerce consumers to voucher. Everything about ticipate alongside Judge Risner as he flooding for the greater Houston metro- ment, rising 570 feet above fought, the Houston Ship The men who fought at buy what the ads are selling. this ad campaign is designed serves our community, a community in politan area. the battleground, stands as Channel and much more. San Jacinto were citizens of The troubling text of the to evoke association with which we have lived for over 30 years and The wording of prop 1 states a pay as a memorial to the men who • view the digital presen- Texas as well as immigrant mailed message reads as fol- government funding, but this he has lived his entire life. Please join us in you go doctrine to fund this project. I fought for Texas indepen- tation Texas Forever!! The soldiers. Irrespective of race, lows: Stimulus package infor- is far from the truth. supporting Judge George Ris-ner! believe we pay enough tax dollars to the dence. As such, it is fi tting Battle of San Jacinto – which nationality or creed, the sol- mation enclosed. In bold letters, buried in a James E. and Sandy Upshaw Harris County Appraisal District to suffi- for San Jacinto to honor all describes life from the earli- diers fought to establish a Upon fi rst glance one letter sent with the voucher military personnel in celebra- est Spanish colonies to the free country whose govern- might be inclined to believe states that the offer “is NOT tion of Veterans Day. day the West was won. ment would obey the rule of that the stimulus is somehow part of a government spon- The San Jacinto Museum • tour Refl ections of an law. The San Jacinto Monu- Celeste Maxine Borman, related to the federal stimulus sored benefi t or bailout.” South Belt-Ellington Leader of History will admit active Exhibit: Cecil Thomson Re- ment is dedicated to those 99, of Friendswood, a former package passed in 2009. This, Beverly Hills resident The Voice of Community-Minded People and retired military personnel vealed. Houston and Galves- who fought for Texas’ inde- South Belt area resident, died however, is not the case. Carolyn Wilkerson and her and their accompanying fam- ton history comes to life in pendence. on Sunday, Oct. 24. She was Within the envelope is a husband received such ad- 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 ily members and guests to all this collection of photos, ar- Non-military visitors may born in Houston on July 22, $1,000 voucher to be used at vertising through the mail its venues free of charge dur- tifact and fi lms. The exhibit purchase a Super Combo 1911. select retailers who sell hear- and want to help warn fellow E-mail: [email protected] ing the week of Veterans Day captures the region’s unique ticket ($12 adults and $8 Borman was preceded in ing aids. The retailers that South Belters. Davy & Marie Flickinger, owners – Sunday, Nov. 7, through character during a period of children) for admission to the death by her husband, Marvin are participating in the adver- “People need to know that Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010. The change and growth, 1890 elevator ride, Texas Forever!! Charles Borman. tised deal have agreed to pro- there is no hearing stimulus monument is open 9 a.m. to to 1953, and gives insight and Refl ections. There is no She attended Sam Houston vide complimentary health available,” Wilkerson said. 6 p.m. daily. into the life of photographer admission to view the mu- High School in Houston and screenings at no charge, but “They should be aware that This includes free admis- Thomson. seum collections. was an offi cer in the original “additional hearing exams it is a mass mailing. People sion to: • visit the San Jacinto For additional informa- Black Battalion drill team. necessary to determine an really need to be careful and • ride the 489-foot eleva- Museum of History. From tion, visit www.sanjacinto For many years, she was em- individual’s need for hearing if they have questions to ask tor to the top of the monu- books to bayonets, swords to museum.org or call 281-479- ployed at Houston Laborato- aids” will not be free. someone about it and share ment and view the land where sketches, there’s something 2421. ries. Consumers should be information.”

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2.911.799.4736]}} C D !xxx/qpsupgipvtupo/dpn Thursday, October 28, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Hutchinson Classroom Teacher of the Year Moore students Read for the Record Those little hugs that interactive environment and teaching children,” said Lin- citing new activities to work Lake. She went on to transfer Moore Elementary students were part of the 2.5 come after a productive and plenty of music. A graduate da Nichols, Children’s Cen- with on Monday.” to the Central campus Chil- million children across the globe to read The enthusiastic day at the San of the High School for the ter director. “She genuinely Hutchinson is a long- dren’s Center and taught at a Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats for Read for the Jacinto College South Chil- Performing and Visual Arts loves what she does, and it time Friendswood resident number of Clear Lake schools Record. This program makes history each year dren’s Center are what Nancy in Houston, Hutchinson is a shows through her enthusi- and 1979 SJC alumna. She before returning to SJC South by getting children across the world to read the Hutchinson has cherished fi rm believer in incorporating asm and dedication. She’ll began teaching at the South in 2007. Throughout her ca- same story on the same day, while helping to do- over her three decades of the arts into lesson plans. come in early, leave late, and campus Children’s Center in reer, her motto has been to nate books. Fourth-grade students were select- teaching. On any given day, she on some Saturdays, she’s here 1982, the year she received appreciate each and every ed to read The Snowy Day to prekindergarten “They mean so much to can also be seen with a line working on her classroom so her bachelor’s degree at the role surrounding a child’s through fourth-grade classes. me,” she said. “Children ac- of children in tow, going on that the children will have ex- University of Houston-Clear educational environment. Bottom left: Renita Navy reads to kindergarten cept and love you uncondi- mini fi eld trips and nature students tionally. They keep me go- walks around South cam- Bottom right: Sophia Hernandez reads to sec- ing.” pus. It’s this type of teach- ond-grade students. They kept her going when ing method and classroom Top right: Left to right, librarian Cindy Walker she was diagnosed with breast atmosphere that won over (back, left), and fourth graders Renita Navy, cancer in 2007, and they were Karen and Amadou Tounkara Jeimy Salinas, Sophia Hernandez, Rabeeah there to cheer her up through- of Clear Lake. After visiting Bhatty and Rebecca Smart. out her treatment and recov- about 20 child care facilities ery. She considers them the last year for their 3-year-old reason her job feels more like son, Muizz, the couple called a way of life, a culture that off their search when they has earned her the title of this met Hutchinson. year’s Classroom Teacher of “She’s extraordinary,” the Year by the Texas Asso- said Karen Tounkara. “My ciation for the Education of son has a little speech delay; Young Children and Teacher so we were looking for ele- of the Year by the Gulf Coast ments like equality, encour- Association for the Education agement of parental involve- of Young Children. ment, and a warm and caring “Honestly, I thought it environment. Ms. Nancy’s was a joke,” said Hutchin- class had all of that. We truly Nancy Hutchinson, teacher at San Jacinto College South Children’s Center, son. “I was really surprised think she's one of a kind.” was recently awarded this year’s Classroom Teacher of the Year by the Texas because I’m just doing what Hutchinson also works Association for Education of Young Children. Hutchinson is recognized for her I love most, spending time alongside Preschool Pro- with children.” grams for Children with Dis- methods of teaching and classroom environment conducive for preschool-age The mother of fi ve wel- abilities teacher, Katy Gump, children. From Hutchinson’s right: Raylee Pendergrass, James Collier, Mat- comes about 20 young minds to accommodate children in thew Shaw, Blaze Mc Kinney, Gabriel Edgar, Rowen Moore, Jake Joslin and into her classroom each year, her class with special needs. Jasmine Flores. which includes a welcoming “Nancy is a natural at Photo by Andrea Vasquez, San Jacinto College marketing department Thompson Lions THE VELVET STOCKING 29th Annual ‘Do the Write Thing’ Christmas Craft Bazaar BHI students experience American History Handcrafted Gifts & Decorations Cynthia Wright’s American History class at November 11, 12, & 13 Beverly Hills Intermediate studied the foods, habits, living conditions and games of people Thurs. 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. living during Colonial Days of the new Amer- Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ica. Wright’s classes took a virtual tour of Williamsburg, Va. They saw examples of card- Highway 3 ing wool, food, and rooms in homes. Students were also able to experience some of the actual Austin St. games and toys children of Colonial America Webster Civic Webster Civic Center would have played with. 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Two Thompson Intermediate School students were named local finalists for the “Do the Write Thing” Texas challenge. Last year, students in Andres Marin plays with a buzz saw. Thompson’s writing classes participated in the Deavon Morgan with buzz saw. Do the Write Thing challenge and answered three questions about ending violence. They each composed a written essay about their own experi- ences and how it has impacted their lives and the lives of their peers. Shown, left to right, students Imelda Branch from Morgan Honeycutt’s class Juan Reyes with a Colonial practice mus- and Orlando Escamilla from Erica Alvarez’s ket. class were named finalists for their excellent written essays. Branch’s and Escamilla’s essays were published in a book that included essays of all the school finalists. These books were distrib- uted to civic leaders. Photo by Erica Alvarez Olson fights for drilling FURNITURE RE-DO permits • Re-Pair • Re-Finish Cynthia Wright and Lorenzo Pedraza Rep. Pete Olson recently • Re-Glue • Re-Screw Amabely Reyna, Cynthia Wright (teach- with a musket and powder horn. Joann Zavala wearing a mobcap. issued the following state- er) and Joann Zavala dress in period ment in response to the an- ‘We Re-Do For You’ clothing. nouncement by Interior Sec- For Free Estimates Call: retary Ken Salazar that the Jeff Davis 281-481-3216 deep water offshore drilling ban has been lifted: “While the lifting of the deep water drilling ban is welcome news, the truth is that it was never necessary, WALKER LAW OFFICES certainly not for so many Milton Walker, J.D. months. The ban wasn’t based on science or engi- 281-481-0909 neering – just politics. The administration now needs to WILLS & PROBATE INJURY CASES streamline their new permit- ting process and prevent a BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL OIL & GAS de facto moratorium in deep water like the one in place LICENSED BY TEXAS SUPREME COURT on shallow water permitting. www.walkerlaw.com “The delay in the issuance 10909 Sabo, Suite 120, Houston, Texas 281-481-0909 of shallow water permits has Samantha De La Cruz plays the fi fe. Alexis Romero plays with a buzz saw. Michael Duron plays with a tin whistle. nearly halted all exploration in the Gulf. Lifting the ban means nothing if permits are not issued, and the Interior GARNER VISION CENTER Department won’t say when those new permits will be Family Owned & Operated processed. The Obama Ad- ministration needs to quickly “We Specialize in Old-fashioned Service” review pending applications, and I’ll continue to fi ght if a de facto deep water morato- • Treatment of rium goes into effect with a delayed permitting process.” Eye Diseases Gospel concert No Job Too Small! at Sagemont Dr. B.J. Garner A southern gospel con- Therapeutic Optometrist cert will be held in the Optometric Glaucoma Specialist Open to the entire South Belt Community Sagemont Church auditori- um Friday, Nov. 12, at 7 • Laser Surgery Saturday, October 30, 2010 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. p.m. The performance will Call For Information feature Ernie Haase & Consultations Laura Garner, Signature Sound, Greater Registered Optician Vision, Paul’s Journey and Vendor Booths are $30-35 Jessica King. The performance will aid If you are interested in setting up a vendor Compassion International • Contact Lenses Infl atables • Raffl e Baskets to raise awareness for chil- booth, you can pick up an entry form at: dren in poverty all over the Frazier Elementary School, 10503 Hughes Shop Our Vendor Booths world. • Eyewear Tickets are $19 for adults You may also contact Mary Perez, Concessions Games • Face Painting and $6 for children 12 and Melinda McClure, under. They can be pur- Optometry Tech at [email protected] chased at Sagemont Church, to buy a pass for our event, and enjoy Hair Braiding • Cake Walk • Laser Tag www.iticket.com. or www. – Serving the South Belt Area for 34 Years – evangelismtickets.com. pre-sale savings, at the number above. And Much More! Fore more information, call 11408 Hughes Rd. 281-484-2020 281 481-8770. Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 28, 2010 Lariaette of the Week 37th Annual Christmas Gift Alley Over The Back Fence by Jan Unique Gifts, Silent Auction, Over 100 Exhibitors, Kid’s Activities & more! For booth information call: ELIJAH TURNS 5! bers of the Pasadena Independent School Nov. 2 is Carla Garcia. Nancy Goforth is First United Methodist Church Elijah Brandon Stoves turned 5 years District celebrate birthdays Oct. 28 through sent birthday greetings on Nov. 3. 2314 Grand Blvd., Pearland TX old on Monday, Oct. 25. Parents Bennie Nov. 3. Morris Middle School and Eleonora Stoves of South Belt send Atkinson Elementary Oct. 29 is the day for a birthday party for 281-485-1466 hugs and birthday wishes. Greetings for a happy birthday are sent Shawn Wokaty. HAPPY 19TH BIRTHDAY T.C. to Barbara Haden Oct. 28. Beverly Hills Intermediate Friday, Nov. 12: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Tyler Scarberry celebrates his 19th Burnett Elementary The day for a spooky Halloween birth- Saturday, Nov. 13: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. birthday Thursday, Oct. 28. Lots of love and Blow out the birthday candles for Donna day cake for Ana Grabowski is Oct. 31. ‘missing you’ hugs are sent from parents Huemme on Oct. 29. Special birthday Thompson Intermediate Sugar Plum Tea Room Robert and Jannie; sister Jenny and chil- wishes are sent to Adriana Garza Oct. Teresa Orocio is wished a happy Serving Delicious Soup, Sandwiches & Desserts dren Brayden and Baylee; sister Stacey 30. Marking a birthday Nov. 1 is Rebecca Halloween birthday Oct. 31. On Nov. 3, (Take home dinner for your family and husband Stephen, daughter Kennedy Wells. On Nov. 3, Isabel Camarillo has a Prudencio Reyna marks a birthday. on Friday Night) and son Owen; brother Joey and wife birthday. Challenger Nyssa; and brother Austin, wife Nicole Frazier Elementary Blow out the birthday candles for Beth and daughter Jade. Tyler is a 2010 Dobie Maria Martinez enjoys a birthday Oct. Garringer Oct. 28. High School graduate who attends Sam 28. A birthday greeting is sent on Oct. 30 Dobie High Houston State University. to Gracie Puente. On Oct. 28, a double birthday is cel- ANCHOR BOX HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOEY! Meador Elementary ebrated by Phyllis Geries and Crystal CHEAP PRICES NO MINIMUM PICK-UP Happy birthday love and wishes are sent On Nov. 1, Mike Barton celebrates a Salazar. Birthday wishes are sent to to Joey MacNeil as he turns 18 on Oct. birthday. Wishes for a happy birthday are Pamela Eddleman Oct. 29. Celebrating MOVING BOXES 28 from mom Carly, brothers Kenneth, sent to Elvia Montes Nov. 2. a Halloween birthday Oct. 31 is Lauren DeLoy, Abram, Larry and Randall, sis- Moore Elementary Calderaro. Blow out the candles for Susan SHIPPING BOXES ter-in-law Georgi and niece Koryn. Joey Birthday greetings are sent to Kathy LeGrand and Tonya Naylor Nov. 1. The BAGS BUBBLES attends Dobie High School. Young Nov. 2. The day for a birthday cake day for a cake for Everett Valdez is Nov. PACKAGING SUPPLIES BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR CONSTABLE for Cindy Burton is Nov. 3 3. Birthday wishes are sent to Harris County South Belt Elementary LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS CLICK, CALL OR VISIT - ANCHORBOX.COM Precinct 2 Constable Gary Freeeman who A special birthday wish is sent to Diane E-mail birthday, anniversary, vacation, 11043 - C FUQUA celebrates a birthday Monday, Nov. 1, from Feagin Nov. 3. congratulations, etc., to mynews@south NEAR GULF FRWY. family, friends and the Leader staff. Stuchbery Elementary beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject IN FOODARAMA CENTER, 1/2 BLK. WEST OF I-45 SCHOOL DAZE Blow out the birthday candles for Haley line. Items must be submitted by Friday OPEN The following personnel and staff mem- Freytag Oct. 31. Celebrating a birthday noon for the next week’s publication. MON-SAT 713-947-1500 ANCHOR BOX The Lariaette of the Week for Oct. 18 through Oct. 23 is Amanda Medrano. Amanda is the daughter of Ber- Dobie Band Section of the Week tha and Martin Hernandez. She is a sophomore and a fi rst-year member of the Lariaettes. Southbelt Montessori School Day Care Facility FARMERS® 12495 Scarsdale • 281-484-7222 FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS Jeffrey M. Barry Insurance and Financial Services Representative 11555 Beamer Rd., Ste 600 Free 281-464-3383 Offering: Mutual Funds, Variable Registration Universal Life, Variable Annuities, IRAs, 40l(k)s Securities offered through Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC, $95 per week Member FINRA & SIPC all ages

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If the person accepted  Free Online Banking & Bill Pay to jump the curb when he was was expected after a fi re at pital for a gunshot wound. the call, it triggered a call-  32,000+ Surcharge Free ATMs thrown back into the path of Weber Elementary. Three The bullet passed through his forwarding feature and their  Special Club Accounts the oncoming car. workrooms and an offi ce neck and missed his spinal number could then be used  Home Equity & Mortgage Loans www.jscfcu.org  24/7 Account Access 281.488.7070 800.940.0708 Candidates chosen for Do- were totally damaged as cord by a quarter of an inch. for long distance calls. We do business in accordance with Federal Fair Lending Laws. bie High School’s homecom- three separate fi res were set It was suspected he was shot Offi cials at Frazier Ele- 15 BAY AREA BRANCH LOCATIONS ing queen were Becki Ber- in or near them. 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American Airlines with- at the Sabo Village Apartments Getting Married? 20 years ago (1990) drew jet service from Hobby in the 10700 block of Sabo. • Wind Clear Brook High School’s Airport the same day Conti- Contrary to other news • Risk Management fi rst homecoming queen can- nental Express ended its tur- reports, only two units caught • Workers Compensation didates were Ginger Jones, bo-prop service from Hobby fi re, according to fi re depart- • Employee Benefits Let Suzanne Hernandez, Jen- to Houston Intercontinental. ment offi cials. Other units, nifer Huynh, Cindi Roberts Dustin Ross and Mary however, did receive water • Commercial Property and Kristee Schneider. Junior Niebuhr appeared in Clear and smoke damage. No one • General Liability princess was Jennifer Dauth, Brook High School Roust- was injured. The cause of the Business and Personal • Contract Bonds sophomore princess was abouts’ performance of Okla- blaze was not immediately • Commercial Auto South Belt Huyen Huynh, and freshman homa!. determined. Insurance Specialists • Professional Liability princess was Lizabeth Love. South Houston High The First Convenience Based on student achieve- School’s homecoming court Bank inside the Kroger at ment, Thompson Interme- consisted of Angie Altom, Sabo and Beltway 8 was Barmore Insurance Agency offers comprehensive product lines for Graphics & Printing diate School received the Nicole Kuykendall, Sel- robbed by a suspect the FBI all of your insurance needs through these major companies. Governor’s Excellence in ena Thomas, Louis Barajas, dubbed the “Billy Goat Education Award at the state Amery McIntosh, Kirshna Bandit“ because of his scrag- Capitol. Ougrah and Johnny Tamayo. gly beard. No immediate Carrying more than Duchesses were freshman arrests were made. help you with all your 10,000 signatures on a peti- Dylia Ramirez, sophomore The 2009 Dobie High tion, South Belt area citizens Cindy Garza and junior Lupe School Homecoming Court printing needs. showed County Commission- Valencia. was announced. Finalists for er El Franco Lee how many 10 years ago (2000) king were Irving Garza, of his constituents were op- A former day care center, Randy Owens and Brian posed to incineration at Brio which was being converted Tran. Queen candidates were under the proposed consent into an alternative school for Kiara Harris, Ashley Leighton decree. The petition signing problem students, was de- and Yancy Moreno. 11555 Beamer took six working days over a molished in a fi re that was Three separate motor three-week period. ruled arson. vehicles were burglarized in Your Risk is our Specialty 15 years ago (1995) The Dobie band earned the 10600 block of Sageberry. 281-484-4337 Sagemont resident Mary a perfect score on its UIL Two of the vehicles had purs- 713-209-2800 • 1-800-376-3169 Ellen Rouen, an art teacher marching performance. es taken from them, while a 8511 S. Sam Houston Pkwy E • Houston, TX 77075 in the Pearland Independent 5 years ago (2005) briefcase was taken from the School District, presented Astros fever swept South third automobile. [email protected] • www.barmore.com Thursday, October 28, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Meador Rodeo Art winner Castoreno, Pereznegron to wed San Jac sets open auditions for annual Christmas show San Jacinto College Cen- play, call 281-542-2039, or call 281-998-6150, visit tral’s theater and fi lm depart- e-mail [email protected]. www.sanjac.edu, or on Face- ment will hold open public For more information book at www.facebook.com/ auditions for children to be about San Jacinto College, SanJacintoCollege. cast in the annual holiday production Santa’s Christ- mas Magic: The Musical. Auditions for adults and Haywood Management young people age 12 and up is moving to were held Oct. 23-24. Auditions for children 2004 Broadway, Suite 112 ages 6 to 11 will be held on Thursday, Nov. 18, and Pearland, TX 77581 Friday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. on both dates in the Powell Arena Theatre on the Cen- tral campus, located at 8060 Spencer Highway. in Pasa- Best Friends dena. The auditions are open for anyone in the community, Boutique and enrollment at the college is not required. “Anyone in- Pets need Love- Javorre Stone (front), a first grader at Meador Elementary, won first place in terested in acting, those who the Pasadena Rodeo Art Competition (pre-K through second grade). Stone won have little or no experience, Bring yours in four tickets to the rodeo and was invited to ride in the Grand Parade on or those who are seasoned Monday, Oct. 4. Stone is pictured with, left to right, Assistant Principal Beverly professional, may audition for some Bolton, Art Coordinator Cecelia Stewart and Principal Darlene Davis. for the show,” commented Dr. Jerry Ivins, Central cam- special TLC. pus theater department chair. “There is even an entire elf chorus of children ages 5 Same Location 25 Years and up that will be cast in mid-November. All are en- Hughes at Beltway 8 Casual Church for Cool People couraged to come out and audition for this increasingly 281-484-9655 No Shoes, No Socks, No Problem. popular event.” 5 p.m. Sundays Santa’s Christmas Mag- Come as you are - fl ip fl ops optional. ic: The Musical is a fantasy about a sinister plot to steal Cokesbury United Methodist Church Santa’s magic. The cast will South Belt Graphics 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. • 281-484-9243 include 30 male and female www.cokesburyunitedmethodistchurch.com Carl and Sandy Castoreno of South Belt, announce the engagement and actors, singers and dancers & Printing from ages 6 to adult. One stop for all your printing needs. upcoming marriage of their daughter, Priscilla Denise Castoreno, to Rene Rehearsals for the holi- Pereznegron, son of Ron and Grace Pereznegron of the North Shore area. day show began on Oct. 25 • Business Forms • Business Cards • Custom Letterheads & The bride-to-be is a 2003 graduate of Dobie High School, received her asso- and will continue Monday Envelopes • Wedding Invitations • Thank You Notes ciate degree in medical radiography at San Jacinto College Central and is through Friday until the show • Menus • Directories and much more! currently employed at Bayshore Medical Center. The prospective groom is opens on Dec. 3. 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 a 2001 graduate of North Shore High School and is a primary care techni- For more information Marie & Davy Flickinger, owners cian at Bayshore Medical Center. An early spring wedding is planned at St. about the rehearsals or the Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church. 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Nhubinh Liza Nguyen, Tina Reyes, Jeremy Ismael Reyna, Liliana Ruby Torres, Nikki Tin- are: Oscar Maldonado, Noah Honor roll Hoai Nguyen, Zaed Dac Nguy- Eduardo Damian Rivera, Si- hdan Tran, Theresa Tran, Triny Honor roll Daniel Manzanales, Crishly Eighth grade en, Andrea Nicaragua, Gerardo daria Nate Robertson, Athena Ynhi Tran, Karla Melissa Tur- Seventh grade Veronica Marcos, Aaron Al- Gerardo Acevedo, Abrahan Angel Nunez, Malyn Lassette Skye Robles, Alexis Renea Ro- cios, Sadie Cerise Turnbough Maite Albarran, Marina exander Martinez, Nathalie Alanis, Karina Selene Angui- Nunez and Jaclyn Virginia Di- driguez and Andres Alejandro and Ruben Vargas. Rosalyn Allen, Derek Deshaun Martinez, Vanessa Alejandra ano, Erica Lorraine Anthony, anne Oden-Peace. Rodriguez. April Brittany Vasquez, Anderson, Edgar Arzate, Lidia Martinez, Melany Joanna Men- Shikeem Bryant Anthony, Em- Mercedys Nikole Olguin, Carlos Ivan Rodriguez, Er- Cristian Vega, Rosa Alicia Ve- Avitia, Keauhna Jhonea Bai- jivar, Rana Osama Mohamad, manuel Arizpe Gaytan, Noemi Adrianna Nicole Ontiveros, ick Rodriguez, John Christian lazquez, Kaylan Araceli Velez, ley, Brandon Alexander Baker, Rebecca Edith Monge and Ar- Armenta, Oscar Arredondo, Shiv Nirmal Patel, Jocelyn Rodriguez, Marielena Rodri- Princess O. Villanueva, Isabella Jocelyn Briana Banda, Adam mando Montelongo. Alondra Arriaga, Kristal Pal- Pena, Amy Pham, Triet Minh guez, Alexis Romero, Erica Adriana Villarreal, Jacquelyn Quinton Boswell, Jessica Yvette Tyler Matthew Myers, Di- oma Ayala and Janai Nicholle Pham, Uyen Nhat Nguyen Mery Romero, Franklin Ivan Simone Villarreal, Kevin Min- Bustamante and Takira Nailah ana Thanh Nguyen, Mi Hieu Baerga. Pham, Kieu Kathy Phan, Ron- Roque, Henry Giovanni Roque, hvuong Vo, Khanh Quoc Vu, Butler. Nguyen, Phuong Hong Thi Taylor Nicole Bainter, Ga- aldo Jesse Pineda, Walter Levi Angela Grace Geopano Rosales Jonathon Lee Webb and Alyxus Gabriela Antonia Caceres, Nguyen, Thanh Van NguyenVo, briela Benavides, Victoria Alex- Pinedas and Christopher Daniel and Stephanie Johana Rosales. Jade Workmon. Andrea Montserrat Cahue, Alan Vanessa Nicaragua, Iyesogie is Blackmon, Quinton Joshua Steve Campos, Michelle Huyen Stephanie Ogbonmwan, Jac- Bolling, Carlos E. Borri, Kiyah Cao, Valentin Capulin, Ashley queline Vanessa Orta, Alondra Simone Brooks, Madeline Nic- Marie Castillo, Macalyn Ma- Ortiz, Alexis Padilla and Amy hole Buchman, Katherine G. Alkendria in Cinderella rie Castrocardenas, Angelica Hasmukh Patel. Cabrera Martinez and Genovy Cervantes, Ossiel Chavez and Yessika Lizeth Pena, Jen- L. Cabrera. Sageglen resident and Those who follow and sup- songstress. She has a warm and Michael Jonathan Chavira. nifer Stephanie Penate, Andrea Gilberto Hernan Campa, rhythm and praise recording port Alkendria’s music regard caring spirit, and that cannot be Kristy Jeanette Christmas, Gisel Perez, Jack Pham, Vy Juan Carlos Carranza, Alyssa artist Alkendria gets her fi rst her as the angel of rhythm and manufactured and mass-pro- Colin Stone Cooper, Antonio Hong Phan, Dejanise Tyvea Castillo, Christina Marie Cas- gift of the upcoming holiday praise. Her entrancing falset- duced. It’s part of what makes Julian Cuellar, Alexandra Ro- Pradia, Vivian Arlen Prado, tillo, Flavio Gabriel Castillo, season, a role in the Africa- tos, catchy choruses and signa- her special. cio De Alejandro, Angelica Austin James Pritchett, Roberto Maria Jose Cavazos, Andrew American Shakespeare Com- ture vamps are only a few rea- Alkendria’s inaugural CD, Cuaping Dejesus, Ariel Jor- Quezada, Yatziri Jacqueline Chaidez, Karina Evelyn Chai- pany’s Cinderella. This stage sons her support base is grow- Thank You, released in 2007, dan Delarosa, Joshuah Arthur Ramirez, Jennifer Jessica Re- dez, Anthony Chapa, Jessica play production of Cinderella ing locally and abroad. Her was a stimulating project from Dobbs, Cristobal Flores, Daisy ales and Dereck Jay Rivera. Lissette Cortez and Erick Daza preserves the beauty and el- fi rst music single Country Girl start to fi nish. The project gar- Guadalupe Fuentes and Yohana Bailey Renee Rodriguez, Aguilar. egance of the classic tale but was a turntable hit on the cross nered modest accolades and be- Galvan. Brittany Anne Rodriguez, Samantha Jade Delacruz, with a contemporary twist. rhythms stations in the U.K. gan to establish her as a singer, Steven Edward Galvanzu- Stephanye Rodriguez, Victo- John Matthew Delarosa, An- “Every young girl has At the core, Alkendria is a songwriter and inspirational niga, Brianna Elizabeth Garcia, ria Rosenda Rodriguez, Jorge dres Delgado, Damian Elia-zar dreams of becoming a royal praise and worshiper, and that recording artist. Jonatan Fermin Garcia, Cody David Rojas, Marcus Anthony Depaz, Jason Alec Diaz, Phung princess like Cinderella,” says really comes across in her mu- Her upcoming release, Lib- Ray Giles, Jasmine Rio Gon- Rull, Isaiah James Saenz myers, Bao Dinh, Christen Grace Alkendria.” To have an oppor- sic. Her sincerity can be felt eration, refl ects her continued zales, Cecilia Gonzalez, Sandra Lorissa Victoria Saiz, Ernesto Dryden, Michael Anthony tunity to be in this play and on in her songs, and it’s this au- growth and creativity as an Luz Gonzalez, Jennifer Gutier- Salas, Ashley Salazar, Monica Duron, Gabriela Elizar-raraz, stage in the ladies ensemble is thenticity that resonates with artist. On this project, she ex- rez, Vincent Michael Gutierrez Alyssa Salazar and Ashley Ni- Camden R. Erickson and Ma- very special,” she adds. those familiar with the genuine plores various music genres in- and Christian Matthew Hamp- cole Salinas. riah Sierra Escobar. cluding light rock, inspirational ton. Victoria Guadalupe San- Estefani Elyzabeth Estrada, soul, contemporary gospel, as Daniel Jared Harder, Lada chez, Naseem M. Shafaei, Alan Flores, Gilbert Xavier well as revisits her traditional Heng, Ariana Lenae Henry, Roberto Solis, Terell Jonathan Flores, Valentin Calvillo Galar- gospel roots. Katrina Elisabeth Herazo, Em- Francois Soudine, Isabella Y. za, Jocelyn Michelle Garcia, Whether through ballads manuel Emilio Hernandez, Tamayo, Ikea Marie Taylor, Maria Guadalupe Garcia, Mi- reverencing God, upbeat praise Erika Lisett Hernandez, Selena Xavier Alexic Teran, Catherine chael Aaron Garcia, Estivaliz party rhythms, or over urban Marie Hernandez, Julissa Hi- Thanh Thai, Michelle Raye Larissa Garza, Kenia Mabel inspired tracks driven by pul- nojosa, Victor Hinojosa, David Thomas, Jesus Tijerina and Di- Garza and Jay Edward Gish. sating bass lines, Alkendria is Vinh Ho, Hainhu Ho and Erin ana Nicole Torres. Vincent Albert Gonzales, fi nding her place in contem- Thompson tuba players, Timothy Bivens, Randy Arenas and Donica Ben- Justin Jalomo. Daniel Hoai-Nam Tran, Cynthia Isabell Gonzalez, Isa- porary Christian music. She nett, play while the Thompson Lions try to regain their spirit against the Johnny Ray Jalomo, Alexis Heidi Dung Tran, Vanessa Ni- ias Gonzalez, Suzette Gonzalez, is truly a crown jewel waiting Beverly Hills Intermediate Bears. The Thompson band is under the direc- Celeste Jimenez, Tareen Jahan cole Villa, Tina Vo, Rebecca Adolfo Javier Gracia, Tianna to be discovered by those who tion of Deborah Hirsch. Photo by Carol Waters Kazi, Giselle Emelissa Landa, Kim Anh Vu, Van Vu, Lo- Jalisa Hawthorne, Tanya Tho treasure good music that can Jenny Thu Le, Quynh Nguyen gan Oneal Walker, Georgette Ho, Kerry Ellis Hubbard, Ryan reach across boundaries to up- Duc Huynh, Prince Ikenna Ibe lift and bring people together. and Austin John Ingalls. Alkendria has been singing Bowen fulfills dream, joins symphony orchestra Mark Anthony Iraheta, since age 6. She was born and Caleb Ray Irving, Brittney Ni- raised in Collins, Miss., and By Matt Griesmyer front of the conductor of the or- “We rehearsed Phantom of the cole Johnson, Vontonio Rico relocated to Houston in 2001. Longtime South Belt resident chestra and two other head musi- Opera,” Bowen said. “It was like I Jones, Aaron Tremaine Jordan, She has lived in Sageglen for and real estate agent Nancy Bo- cians, Bowen played two very dif- had died and gone to heaven when Anthony Duane Kel-ler, Han- the past seven years and at- wen has been playing the piano ferent pieces – one of which she we were all playing.” Bowen, nah Chanal Kentish, Alex Sam tends New Covenant Christian since she was 6 years old. Re- played when she graduated from mother of two and grandmother of Kwok, Henry Mingvuong Le Church on Blackhawk. cently, Bowen took a chance at Dupo Community High located in seven, has been playing publicly and Angelica Antonia Lee. Cinderella will be presented fulfi lling a lifelong dream of play- Dupo, Ill., in 1960. since she was in her 20s for area William Jacob Little, May- from Nov. 13 through Dec. 26, ing for a symphony orchestra and “I played Deep Purple and a churches like Sagemont Church. belt Lopez, Nicollette M. Lo- 2010. The play is presented by succeeded. classical number by Jean Sibelius Currently she plays for Fairmont pez, Deanna Gabrielle Marti- the Ensemble Theatre located Bowen, who lives in Green Tee titled Romance in D fl at,” Bowen Central Baptist Church in Pasa- nez, Marcos Martinez, Davion at 3535 Main St. in Houston. with her husband Ken, is a member said. “I played the number by Si- dena. 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Facebook for auditions for the both classical and a newer piece rehearsals, Bowen has words of Alfonso Mira, Virginia Mon- To preview Alkendria’s sin- 2010-2011 season of the (Fort of music, showcasing her diverse encouragement for all who have tejano, Clarissa Yolanda More- gle, Give U Praise, on iTunes, Bend Symphony Orchestra) and playing ability. dreams. “Never give up trying, no, Madison Taylor Moreno, visit http://itunes.apple.com/ decided to audition.” South Belt resident Nancy Bowen made her debut Bowen recalled her fi rst re- and never give up following a Chayse Martin Morris, Gilbert us/album/give-you-praise/id39 For her audition, which was in with the Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra Oct. 17. hearsal with the orchestra. dream,” Bowen said. Michael Nassif and Dan Thi 5669304. Listens. Works. Delivers. Sylvia Garcia listens, works and delivers for us! 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Political adv. paid for by the Sylvia Garcia Campaign, PO Box 8530, Houston, TX 77249-8530, Roland Garcia, Jr. Treasurer SECTION B Thursday, October 28, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 1 SPORTS & CLASSIFIED Brook VB seizes playoff seed; Mavs steal regional tennis bid Dobie falls, but takes fourth When it mattered most, Memorial 10-5 in the 22-5A ish the fi rst time with Dobie Facing a win-or-go-home Fort Bend Austin in the bi- it was the Memorial Maver- tournament fi nal, and now winning that one, Long- scenario against Dickinson district round after fi nish- icks who were able to snatch both teams are headed to re- horns’ head coach Manuel in the last regular season ing tied with Pearland for the decisive 10th match win gionals. Dobie’s season has Moreno knew this one, like match, Clear Brook did third in the 24-5A standings over Dobie in the District ended at 11-11-1 overall. the fi rst, would go down to what it had to do, beating at 8-6. The two teams split 22-5A team tennis tourna- Following its game plan the wire. Dickinson Oct. 26. wins in the regular season. ment. well, the Longhorns led 5-3 The match did indeed go The action wasn’t as Dobie, meanwhile, fi n- The Longhorns had de- with seven doubles matches down to the wire, and this thrilling for host Dobie in ished at 5-5 after losing feated the Mavs 10-9 during and a singles’ match in the time the Mavericks came up its fi nale against Deer Park 25-19, 25-13, 25-17 to Deer the regular season en route books. with the win and the auto- as the Lady Longhorns fell Park at home. to home court advantage for Darkness halted fi rst-day matic regional berth. in three games, but there is The Lady Longhorns will the postseason, but Memo- action at that point, with the “We were basically one good news for Dobie any- next take on District 21-5A rial turned the tables this Longhorns leading three set away from advancing to way. champion La Porte in the time. other matches. regionals, and I feel for the Both Clear Brook and bidistrict playoffs. With a Region III tour- When play resumed Oct. kids,” Moreno said. “They Dobie have qualifi ed for Senior night special nament bid on the line, 23, Memorial seized the have overcome a lot this the state playoffs, keeping The night got off to a Memorial outlasted Dobie momentum and held the year and really put together a long string of postseason memorable start as the 10-9 in the 22-5A tourna- Longhorns off for the vic- a solid season. berths alive. volleyball program retired ment, extending its season. tory. “I put together a sched- Clear Brook, which got Gabby Romero’s jersey as Regular season champion Having seen the two ule that was not easy for us 24 kills from star player part of senior night, but the Deer Park went on to best teams battle to a 10-9 fi n- to get through, and for us to Alicia Dittrich in a 25-18, rest of the night went Deer go 11-11 and have a chance 21-25, 25-22, 25-22 win Park’s way. to go to regionals in the fi - over Dickinson, will face Continued on Page 6B nal couple of matches of the season is something to be proud of.” Bidistrict playoffs Now the varsity program will take a little break before Dobie vs. La Porte returning in the spring for a First-place Dobie ensured its fi rst playoff berth since possession of fi rst place in District 22-5A at 3-0 as part season that focuses on indi- Monday, Nov. 1, Phillips Field House, 6:00 2004 after crushing Sam Rayburn 48-7 Oct. 23 at New- of a 6-2 overall record. The Longhorns will play their vidual results. Still, Moreno comb Field. Quarterback Blake Jackson (above) threw fi nal home game of the regular season Friday, Oct. 29 wasn’t quite ready to see the two touchdown passes to Davion Hurst (right) and against the South Houston Trojans. Dobie fans will sit Brook vs. Fort Bend Austin fall team tennis season end. rushed for two more as the Longhorns took over sole on the home side. Photos by David Flickinger Tuesday, Nov. 2, Manvel High School, 6:30 “What a great group of kids,” he said. “There have been years where we had a Dobie’s playoff drought is over larger collection of talent as a group, but this team cer- DIXIE DELI Jackson, Hurst, Early key 48-7 win; team leads 22-5A race tainly pushed their abilities 364A FM 1959 and dedication to the match. (between I-45 & Hwy 3) DAILY SPECIAL–$4.49 The suspense ended mid- With a playoff berth now the right sideline to Hurst, of offense in the fi rst half. 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The Bay Area Football lins, Omar Rodela, Oscar the Cowboys, the Southbelt the Dolphins got a great Jurado, Jaizac Garcia, Hec- Jayden Kelly and Julian Jacob Martinez, Matthew Christon Hardemon, Daw- Matthew Arnesen, Andrew League regular season is Rodela, Issac Gomez and Dolphins’ junior team put performance from each of tor Nunez, Osby Mitchell Torres as the team improved Moron, Ian Lowrey, Dors- yne Jones, Issac Alvarez, Cabrales, Derrick Woodley, now complete, and it’s on to Jacob Arnesen in the game. itself in a play-in game for their players, including Jer- III, Alex Williams, Londen to 5-4-1. ey, Jeffery, Wells, Brown, Jhonas Washington, Kevin Andrew Loya, Emond Jack- the postseason for many of Dolphins juniors 26 the fi nal playoff spot in the emy Davis, Jacoby Davis, Jenkins, Jamal Phillips, Despite the loss, the Sulak, Hill and Agirre. Vargas, Julio Torres, Siva son, Moses Sabala, Curtis the league’s top-performing Cowboys 8 division. Tyrese Johnson, Joe Huerta, Jordan Efi rd, David Garza, Cowboys fi nished at 6-4 to The Dolphins fi nished Kone, Andrew Richard, Grays III, Alejandro Quiro- teams. With a 26-8 victory over Against the Cowboys, Jonathan Escalante, Niko Chris Whitehead, Trey Bell, tie for third place in the di- the season with a record of Theodore Randle and Mar- ga and Julian Hinojosa. The Sagemont Cowboys, vision. 2-8. Against Sagemont, the cus Herrera. Meanwhile, the Cowboys which will have all four of Members of the Cow- Cowboys had terrifi c effort Peewees fi nish strong got fi ne play from Tavin its teams in the playoffs boys are Mario Gonzalez, from Peyton Miller, Ethan Both the Dolphins’ and Stormer, Keelan Brannon, this season, ended the regu- Grant Lasley, Nathaniel Riojas, Samuel Diaz, Cer- Cowboys’ peewee teams Jalyune Jeffrey, Chance lar season by splitting four Dominguez, Devin San- vantis Pounds, Ty Wright, put on a good show in the Cadena, Marcus Lind, games against the Southbelt chez, Jacob Kuhn, Jeremy Trey Trevino, Anthony regular season fi nale. Landon Hunt, Eden Diaz, Dolphins at El Franco Lee Hernandez, Jacob Hinojosa, Moreno, Marcos Aguilar, Members of the Dol- Alejandro Rivera, Samuel Park. Jordan White, Jacob Sims, Steven Hernandez, Omot- phins’ outstanding group Box, Kadin Bahman, Mar- The Ellington Rams, Caleb Morante, Manuel ayo Thomas, Bryce Feagu- include Theorin Randle, cus Izaguirre, Devin Mo- which will send three of its Miller, Christian Valdez, in, Ryan Puga, JaLon Hunt, Dreshon Downey, Davion lina, Jorge Olvera, Ray Gar- four teams to the playoffs, Arturo Ludek-Garcia, Dra- Tyler Swanagan, Dante Collins, Walter Ward, Cy cia, Gage Lecourias, Mat- fi nished the regular season lyn Brown, Isaiah Allen, Proctor Jr., Byron Flores, Ojeda, Logan Riley, Jaiden thew Castellano, Dominic in style, winning each of Juan Izaguirre, D’Ondre Jacob Garcia, Joseph Gar- Garcia, Erik Gamez, Deven Serna, Juan Estrada, Joshua its four games against the Dykes, George Villarreal, cia, Sebastian Hinojosa, Lendsey, Jason Hampton, Carter, Robert Shriner, Magnolia Park Sharks. Torrey Tapper, Isaiah Jack- Tristin Sanchez, Roderick Santos Sanchez, Jackson Jayden Balderaz and Kaden Cowboys seniors 37 son, Stephen Moreno, Kay- Puga, Damarius Countee, Muckelroy, Ronald Hughes, Fernandez. Dolphins 0 den Harris, Zachary Carter Cole Richard, Sandro Del Securing a fi rst-place tie and Luis Figueroa. Villar and Kelvin Reyes. at 9-1, the Cowboys’ senior Cowboys sophomores 31 Dolphins freshmen 13 BAFL Playoff Games team easily defeated the Dolphins 6 Cowboys 12 Dolphins 37-0 in the season The Cowboys’ sopho- In a tight defensive game Cowboys seniors vs. Ellington Rams, 2:15 p.m. fi nale. more team handed the Dol- the entire way, the Dol- Sagemont wound up in a phins a 31-6 defeat to fi n- phins’ freshman team held at Pasadena High School, 206 S. Shaver, Pasadena tie in the American Confer- ish the regular season with off the Cowboys for a 13-12 ence with the Alvin Raiders. seven wins and just three victory. Cowboys juniors vs. Ellington Rams, 2:15 p.m. The two teams did not meet losses. The win allowed the Alvin Raiders Field, 3101 S. Highway 35 (Behind YMCA) during the regular season The Cowboys got on the Dolphins to end the season but could face one another board when Braelon Hill at 4-4-2. Nov. 6 for the conference scored from 40 yards out. The Dolphins were led Rams sophomores vs. Alvin Raiders, 10:45 a.m. title. Hill was not done as he by Jose Martinez, Xavier at Texas City High School, Stingaree Stadium Xavier Griffi n, Ulanis later ran for touchdowns of Lerma, Jalen Lendsey, Betts, Ricardo Estrada and 96 and 65 yards. A’Darius Ward, Randy Shamaud Smith-Kizzee all Seth Barber also ran for Smith, Bryce Sanchez, Cowboys sophomores vs. Pearland Pats, 2:15 p.m. found the end zone for the a 40-yard touchdown. Add- Jacob Rodriguez, Kelvin at Texas City High School, Stingaree Stadium Cowboys. Justin Taylor ran ing extra points were Elijah Gardner, Jonovan Wade, for a conversion. Dorsey and Julius Wells. Christian Cleckley, Chris- Cowboys freshmen vs. T.C. Stingrays, 10:45 a.m. Others helping in the Running the ball well topher Thomas, Tristan Cowboys’ win were Este- was Jacob Sulak, Gavin Pedraza, Donovan Berotte, at Santa Fe Braves Field, Avenue O at 24th Street ban Telles, Miguel Valen- During a 37-0 victory over the Southbelt Dolphins, Cowboys’ defenders Jacob Allison (12), Ricardo Es- Garcia, Juan Trujillo and cia, Nick Melendez, Jacob the Sagemont Cowboys seniors delivered a dominat- trada (28), Esteban Telles (1) and Kenny Brown. The Kyune Jeffery. Allison, Jamisson Wilson, ing defensive effort. Early in the game, the Dolphins’ win gave the Cowboys a 9-1 record for fi rst place in the The Cowboys were James Johnson, Luis Her- Jesse Escalante (52) was stopped after a short gain by division. Photo by Jaime Hickman able to have a lot of suc- BAFL Week Eleven Results nandez, Matthew Monks, cess on offense due to the Noah Trevino, Kenneth great blocking up front by Brown, David Gamble, At right, Southbelt Dol- Dustin Dominguez, Lo- Javier Figueroa, Elias Cam- phins’ peewee division gan Wranich, Jason Cruz, Divisions Sr. Jr. Soph. Fr. pos and Josh Saenz-Ortega. receiver Deven Lendsey R.J. Ortega, Ross Lowrey, The Dolphins fi nished (16) got behind the Cow- Tony Agirre, Bryant Brown, Rams 18 32 28 6 the regular season with a boys’ defense for a big Joseph Reyes, Dominic Sharks 16 13 12 0 1-9 record. catch in the second half Tamez, Nick Gonzalez and Southbelt got a great ef- of the game Oct. 23 at El Eli Mazzochetti-Seidel. fort from Jerick Paquinto, Franco Lee Park. Scores The Dolphins had a tough Ernesto Rodriguez, Dia- are not kept in the divi- time scoring because of out- Dolphins 0 26 6 13 mante Thomas, Joshua sion, but both teams standing defense played by Kelly, Matthew Sanchez, played well. Defending Seth Gutierrez, Ryan Cor- Cowboys 37 8 31 12 Jaime Lopez, Luis Davila, for the Cowboys is Eden rea, Damontre Blacknell, Xavier Loehr, Desmond Diaz (7) and Matthew Flores, Beto Quiroga, Noah Castellano (25). Manzanales, Bennett Oko, Photo by David Flickinger Jesse Escalante, Kevin Col- BAFL Week 11 Standings Senior Division American Senior Division National Team W L T Team W L T Sports Calendar Raiders 9 1 0 Eagles 9 1 0 BASKETBALL Cowboys 9 1 0 Red Raiders 9 1 0 Saturday, Oct. 30 Dobie girls’ teams at Westside scrimmage, TBA Rams 7 3 0 Texans 9 1 0

Tuesday, Nov. 2 Gators 5 5 0 Panthers 7 3 0 Brook varsity girls host North Shore scrimmage, TBA Sharks 4 6 0 Cougars 5 5 0 Saturday, Nov. 6 En route to playoffs, Rams best Sharks Patriots 5 5 0 ’49ers 5 5 0 Brook varsity boys at Pas. Memorial scrimmages, 9:00 Brook JV boys at Pas. Memorial scrimmages, 9:00 The Ellington Rams had helped the team secure a Rams used their speed to Stingrays 2 8 0 Braves 2 8 0 Brook varsity girls host Spring scrimmage, TBA little trouble sweeping past playoff berth. The Sharks fi n- score as Mark Milton raced the Magnolia Park Sharks ished at 1-9. 60 yards to the end zone. Wildcats 1 9 0 Hurricanes 1 9 0 Oct. 23 during the fi nal week The Rams got great play In the third quarter, Walker Monday, Nov. 8 of the Bay Area Football from Luke Gilliam, Anthony broke free for a 98-yard rush- Dolphins 1 9 0 Mustangs 0 10 0 Dobie varsity girls host Friendswood, 7:30 League regular season. Stasiak, Royce Hunter, Ernie ing touchdown. Dobie JV girls host Friendswood, 6:00 Along the way, the Rams Guzman, Ivan Tagle, Michah A.J. Gonzalez, Gabriel Junior Division American Junior Division National Dobie freshman A girls host Friendswood, 4:30 secured playoff berths in Dixson, Joseph Castaneda, Fonseca, Jacob Wise and Team W L T Team W L T three of the four divisions. Earl Gresham, Joseph Gal- Matthew Lopez also stood FOOTBALL Rams seniors 18 lien, Dreze McCoy, Keoni out on offense, while the de- Stingrays 9 1 0 Red Raiders 10 0 0 Wednesday, Oct. 27 Sharks 16 Conaway, Brandon Gonza- fense was paced by Jon Jon Dobie sophs vs. Pasadena Memorial, Newcomb, 7:00 In the closest game of the lez, Cameron Dorsey, Hunter Moreno, Anthony Gracia, *Patriots 7 3 0 *Hurricanes 9 1 0 series, the Rams’ senior team Garcia, Jacob Worsham, Josh Sordia, Javian Castane- Cowboys 6 4 0 Texans 8 2 0 Thursday, Oct. 28 held off the Sharks for an 18- Francisco Pineda, DeJarrion da, Scott, Giannapoulos, JoJo 16 victory. Andrus, Malcolm Weston, Holbert and Noah Resendez. Clear Brook JV at Pearland, The Rig, 6:30 At 7-3, the Rams fi nished Breon Simmons, Jordan Mar- Rams freshmen 6 Rams 6 4 0 ’49ers 5 4 1 Clear Brook sophomores at Pearland, The Rig, 4:30 third in the American Confer- cum, Jeremy Marcum, Julio Sharks 0 Clear Brook freshman Black hosts Pearland, 4:30 ence. The Sharks wound up Ayala, Dezmond Carter and The Rams’ freshman team $Raiders 5 4 1 Braves 5 5 0 Clear Brook freshman Silver hosts Pearland, 4:30 4-6. Adrian Gonzales. saved possibly its best perfor- $Dolphins 5 4 1 Eagles 4 6 0 Dobie JV vs. South Houston, Auxiliary, 4:30 Leading the way for the Rams sophomores 28 mance of the season for the Dobie freshman Orange hosts South Houston, 4:30 Rams was Brandon Harp- Sharks 12 fi nal game as the team beat Wildcats 2 8 0 Cougars 3 6 1 Dobie freshman White hosts South Houston, 4:30 er, Julian Guevara, Isaiah Wrapping up the divi- Magnolia 6-0 on a Marquice Vasquez, Zishan Kabir, sional title with an 8-2 mark, Scott touchdown run with Sharks 1 9 0 Panthers 2 8 0 Friday, Oct. 29 Joshua Martinez, Alexander the Rams’ sophomore team two minutes remaining. Duke, Joe Alex Ponce, Jose rolled into the playoffs with The win allowed the Rams Gators 0 10 0 Mustangs 1 9 0 Dobie varsity (home) vs. South Houston, Newcomb, 7:00 Escobar, Gerald Bowman, a 28-12 win over the Sharks, to fi nish the season at 4-6. Rosbel Chavez, Alejandro who fi nished their season at The offensive leaders were Sophomore Division American Sophomore Division National Saturday, Oct. 30 Gonzalez, Davante Conway, 3-7. Robert Ernest, Darius Pamp- Clear Brook hosts Pearland, Veteran’s, 2:00 Tevon Conway, Heber Alon- DeJuan Dixson fi red a 15- lin, Matthew Gilliam, Mikey Team W L T Team W L T so, Peyton Polk, Nikeaven yard touchdown pass to Trai Ramirez and Demontre Carr. Thursday, Nov. 4 Chestnut, Mason Lee, Jer- Scott to open the game. Zion Defensively, the Rams Rams 8 2 0 Hurricanes 10 0 0 Clear Brook JV hosts Dickinson, 6:30 rod Norrell, Jalen Williams, Walker converted the run for blanked the Sharks while Cowboys 7 3 0 Red Raiders 9 1 0 Clear Brook sophomores host Dickinson, 4:30 Adrian Fonseca, Adrian Tor- a quick 7-0 lead. getting terrifi c play from Gil- Clear Brook freshman Black at Dickinson, 4:30 res and Michael Rose. Devin Childs helped the liam, Ernest, Scott, Adrian Patriots 7 3 0 ’49ers 8 2 0 Rams juniors 32 Clear Brook freshman Silver at Dickinson, 4:30 Rams extend the lead a few Tamez, Jordan Soliz, Domi- Sharks 13 moments later as he dashed nic Caballero, Jayden Reyes, Raiders 6 4 0 Cougars 7 3 0 Dobie JV hosts Deer Park, Auxiliary, 6:30 Ellington’s junior division 30 yards for a touchdown. On Matthew Balderas, Edward Dobie sophomores host Deer Park, campus, 4:30 squad made quick work of the 2-point conversion pass, Lilly, Marcus Saenz, Jacob Stingrays 5 5 0 Eagles 5 4 1 Dobie freshman Orange at Deer Park, Abshire, 6:30 the Sharks, rolling to an easy Walker threw successfully to Caballero, Manuel Frias, Dobie freshman White at Deer Park, Abshire, 4:30 32-13 victory in the game. Dimitri Giannapoulos as the Chris Seretti, Steven Trevino, Sharks 3 7 0 Texans 5 5 0 The win was the Rams’ Rams led 15-0. Sebastian Comabella-Paredes Friday, Nov. 5 sixth against four losses and In the second quarter, the and Joseph Hinojosa. Wildcats 2 8 0 Braves 3 6 1 Dobie varsity at Deer Park, Abshire, 7:00 Dolphins 2 8 0 Mustangs 1 9 0 Clear Brook varsity at Dickinson, 7:00 Gators 1 9 0 Panthers 0 10 0 VOLLEYBALL Local sports news, notes Thursday, Oct. 28 Freshman Division American Freshman Division National Thompson 7 Light at PISD tourn., Queens, TBA Cowboys’ haunted house Team W L T Team W L T Beverly Hills 7 Light at PISD tourn., Queens, TBA Thompson 8 Light at PISD tourn., Bev. Hills, TBA The Sagemont Cowboys youth football organization will present its “Field of Stingrays 9 1 0 Texans 9 0 1 Beverly Hills 8 Light at PISD tourn., Bev. Hills, TBA Screams” haunted house Oct. 29 and 30, at El Franco Lee Park. The event will be held from 8 to 11 each evening. Tickets are $5 for children and $8 for adultsfor Patriots 8 2 0 Red Raiders 8 1 1 all sessions. Friday, Oct. 29 Gators 6 2 2 Thompson 7 Light at PISD tourn., Queens, TBA Hurricanes 7 3 0 Beverly Hills 7 Light at PISD tourn., Queens, TBA Kickball tourney to benefi t 10-U Jokers Cowboys 5 4 1 ’49ers 5 4 1 Thompson 8 Light at PISD tourn., Bev. Hills, TBA The 10-under H-Town Jokers select baseball team will host an adult co-ed Beverly Hills 8 Light at PISD tourn., Bev. Hills, TBA kickball tournament Saturday, Nov. 6, at the Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little Dolphins 4 4 2 Eagles 5 4 1 League facility at El Franco Lee Park. Entry fee is $125 per team and includes Raiders 4 5 1 Cougars 4 4 2 Tuesday, Nov. 2 T-shirts and trophies for the winning teams. For more information or to register Thompson 8 Light at Bondy, 5:00 a team, call Mike Mendez at 713-480-3099 or Oscar Perea at 832-661-8723. Rams 4 6 0 Panthers 1 8 1 Thompson 8 Dark at Bondy, 6:15 Thompson 7 Light at Bondy, 5:00 Texans’ 12-U baseball tryouts Sharks 2 8 0 Braves 2 8 0 Thompson 7 Dark at Bondy, 6:15 Beverly Hills 8 Light at South Houston, 5:00 The Texans 12-under select baseball program is seeking players who are inter- Wildcats 0 9 1 Mustangs 0 10 0 Beverly Hills 8 Dark at South Houston, 6:15 ested in competing in United States Specialty Sports and Nations Baseball events Bold – Qualifi ed for playoffs Beverly Hills 7 Light at South Houston, 5:00 beginning next month. For more information about tryout dates, call coach Craig * – Ineligible for playoffs Beverly Hills 7 Dark at South Houston, 6:15 Redmon at 281-236-5112. $ – Played extra game Oct. 27 after press time for fi nal berth Thursday, October 28, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 JFD subvarsity football still hot; teams pick up three more wins South Belt

The junior varsity, soph- are now 3-4-1 overall with effort. football omore and freshman foot- two games remaining. On the defensive side of ball teams at Dobie have Dobie sophomores 28 the ball, Dobie was on top of predictions been enjoying quite a bit of Brenham 6 its game as Malcolm Jones, success lately. The Longhorns’ sopho- Robert Sanchez, Malik Troy Leland John Bechtle Eli Tanksley Toni Muse Emory Gadd Joe Craddock That trend continued as more team took on Bren- Dorsey, Cedeno, Nick Silva, Dobie vs. the subvarsity teams won ham, coming away with a Nicholas Villarreal, Jordan Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie three of four games Oct. 28-6 victory on the road. Razo and Wesley Schoppe South Houston 21. With the win in the non- all made big plays. Clear Brook hosts Pearland Pearland Pearland Pearland Pearland Pearland Dobie JV 14 district game, the Long- North Shore 22 Pearland Sam Rayburn 7 horns are 7-0-1 this season. Dobie freshman White 8 La Porte at A big play on special Dobie freshman Orange 46 A slow start in the fi rst La Porte La Porte La Porte La Porte La Porte PAM teams led to a late touch- Sam Rayburn 0 half was costly as Dobie’s Port Arthur Memorial down as the Longhorns’ Dominating the game in freshman White team went Dickinson at junior varsity team edged all phases, the Longhorns’ on to fall to North Shore 22- Dickinson Dickinson Dickinson Lake Dickinson Lake Sam Rayburn 14-7. freshman Orange team 8. Clear Lake Quinton Roberts had a blanked Sam Rayburn 46- Despite the setback, the Clear Creek vs. Springs Springs Springs Springs Springs Creek 2-yard touchdown run in 0, allowing the Texans just Longhorns’ overall record Clear Springs the third quarter for Dobie one fi rst down. is now 6-2. Manvel at as the two teams entered the The Longhorns are now Manvel Manvel Manvel Manvel Manvel Manvel fourth quarter tied at 7-7. 5-2-1 overall, including a Baseball boosters Galveston Ball In the fourth quarter, Ty- district-leading 3-0 in 22- La Marque at ler Wolfe raced 17 yards for 5A. to meet Nov. 3 Dawson La Marque Dawson La Marque Dawson Dawson the eventual game-winning Dobie scored three touch- The Dobie Diamond Dawson score as Dobie stayed un- downs in the fi rst quarter Club, the Longhorns’ base- Houston Lamar beaten in District 22-5A and eventually led 34-0 at ball booster organization, at Houston Madison Lamar Madison Lamar Lamar Lamar Lamar play at 2-2. halftime. will host its monthly parent Westside at Dwight Tucker and Duke Marlon Jackson and meeting Wednesday, Nov. Bellaire Bellaire Bellaire Bellaire Bellaire Bellaire Edwards chipped in on of- Daryl Edwards had a pair of 3, at 7 p.m. in the athletics Bellaire fense for the Longhorns, touchdowns, and the Long- media room. Clements vs. and the defense was led by horns also got touchdowns All parents of current Dulles Clements Dulles Dulles Clements Clements Andre Timmons, Barry Au- from Jesse Cedeno, Darien Longhorns’ players are wel- Dulles thenreith, Deshaun White- Childs and Chazz Jenkins. come to attend. For more head and Caleb Weich- Jesse Tate, Orr Benami information, call president This week’s record 8-2 4-6 8-2 7-3 7-3 7-3 mann. and the team’s offensive Gloria Sanchez at 713-303- After going 1-4 in non- line also drew cheers from 9157 or Lisa Manriquez at Season record 60-20 48-32 63-17 54-26 58-22 52-28 district play, the Longhorns the coaching staff for a great 713-516-7539. Lions’ gridders close regular season strong PISD Intermediate Football PISD Intermediate Football

Thompson Interme- In the third quarter, Xavi- son was able to escape with yards out, and Jose Leal ran later in the game. 8A Records District Overall 7A Records District Overall diate’s football program er Brown added a touch- a very close 30-25 win. 45 yards up the middle, and The defense was domi- Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T closed out an outstanding down from 2 yards out. With the win, the Lions the Lions were able to close nant as it held the Wildcats regular season by winning Alexis Saldivar was suc- improved to 5-1 overall. out the game early. to negative yardage in the Beverly Hills 4 0 0 6 0 0 Beverly Hills 4 0 0 6 1 0 four games over the Jackson cessful on all of his extra The team won the Zone B Each player on the roster game. Southmore 3 1 0 4 1 1 Park View 3 1 0 5 2 0 Wildcats. point kicks, but missed on a title at 4-0. made his way in to the game The top hit of the game Southmore 2 2 0 3 3 1 The wins helped the Li- fi eld goal try. Lions 7A 42 and did something well to belonged to Ty Williams. South Houston 2 2 0 3 3 0 ons’ claim Zone B champi- The offense did a good Jackson 0 help the team win. Texas City 14 San Jacinto 1 3 0 1 5 0 South Houston 1 3 0 1 6 0 onships in each of the Pasa- job of ball control, with De- The Lions’ seventh- Leading the team on de- Lions 7C 12 San Jacinto 0 4 0 1 6 0 dena Independent School andre Jackson setting up the grade A team closed out an fense were Chandler Tis- Thompson’s seventh- Park View 0 4 0 0 6 0 District’s four divisions. scores with his running. unbeaten regular season at by, Jason Lester, Andrew grade C team took it on the Overall, Thompson won Damien Molina was a 7-0 after whipping Jackson Harnisch, Kenneth Gibson chin against Texas City, los- Game Scores 23 of 26 games entering the powerful force as he kept the 42-0. and Dre Childs. ing 14-12. Game Scores playoffs. Wildcats guessing where he Along the way, the Li- Helping out on of- It was a game that saw Beverly Hills 28, San Jacinto 8 Beverly Hills 42, San Jacinto 0 Results from the fi rst was going to throw the ball. ons joined Beverly Hills fense were Orlando Lo- the Lions take the lead on Southmore 14, South Houston 0 Park View 28, Jackson 8 round of the PISD playoffs, Anthony Cantu, Keion seventh-grade B team as the gan, Miguel Lopez, Zach Kevin Pham’s 58-yard run, Southmore 20, South Houston 0 which were contested Oct. Patterson, Brad Cook and only unbeaten squads in the Fuhrman, Evan Mottu, only to have Texas City 25-27, will be printed in the Xavier Rodriguez also seventh-grade division. Cody Murray and Adrian score, and then make their Zone B W L T W L T Nov. 4 Leader. played exceptionally well Against Jackson, Kam- Flores. extra point to take the lead. Zone B W L T W L T Lions 8A 40 to help the offense. eron Dolford scored on the Lions 7B 40 In the second half, Dar- Thompson 4 0 0 5 1 0 Jackson 0 The defense turned in fi rst play from scrimmage, a Jackson 0 ian Thorn put the Lions up Bondy 3 1 0 4 2 0 Thompson 4 0 0 7 0 0 Thompson’s eighth- another shutout by holding 52 yard run. Bidding to close out the again with a scoring run of Queens 3 1 0 5 2 0 grade A team fi nished 5-1 Jackson’s offense to mini- Kaelon Woods scored top spot in Zone B, the Li- 48 yards. Miller 2 2 0 2 3 1 overall and 4-0 in the Zone mal gains. soon after on an intercep- ons’ seventh-grade B team After that, Texas City Jackson 1 3 0 3 3 0 Miller 2 2 0 4 2 1 B standings after beating Playing well for the de- tion, with Tyson Thompson traveled to Jackson and came back with a touch- Queens 0 4 0 1 5 0 Bondy 1 3 0 3 4 0 Jackson 40-0. fense were Hall, Jackson, kicking the 2-pointer for a blanked the Wildcats 40-0. down and conversion run to Geron Hall got things Nathan Flores, Jimmy Ne- 14-0 Thompson lead. The Lions’ offense struck take the lead for good. The Jackson 0 4 0 0 7 0 started with a pass reception varez, Xavier Dotson and Jaylon Bolden got into quickly as they scored on Lions played hard on both Game Scores that turned into a 42-yard Jarvis Lester. the scoring with a run of their fi rst two offensive sides of the ball but came touchdown play. Lions 8B 30 35 yards as the fi rst quarter plays of the game, fi rst a 37- up short. Thompson 40, Jackson 0 Game Scores Daniel Carter caught a 5- Jackson 25 ended with the Lions up 20- yard run by Reeno Green On offense, the Lions Queens 39, Park View 0 Thompson 42, Jackson 0 yard touchdown pass just a In a tough game that 0. and then a 17 yard pass were led by John Dempsey, Bondy 44, Miller 0 Miller 43, Bondy 16 few minutes later. went down to the wire, the Malik Peters scored in from D’Mychael Shadow- Jeremiah Guajardo, Garrett Rashaad Randall got into Lions’ eighth-grade B team the second quarter on a 24- ens to Isaiah Brooks. Chollett, David Cruz and the end zone from 2 yards escaped with a 30-25 vic- yard run, and Thompson’s The offense was too dif- George Almager. 8B Records District Overall 7B Records District Overall out in the second quarter. tory over the Wildcats. 2-point kick gave the Lions fi cult to stop as Shadowens, The defense got good Ryan Williams caught a The Jackson Wildcats a 28-0 lead. Raekwon Harvey, Darius plays from Dyllon Smith, Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T pass for 36 yards and an- gave the Lions all they Bolden was able to get Hyppolite and Jeremiah Daniel Brader and Christian Beverly Hills 4 0 0 6 0 0 Beverly Hills 4 0 0 7 0 0 other score. could handle, but Thomp- into the end zone from 44 Franklin scored on runs Guevara. Southmore 3 1 0 4 2 0 Southmore 3 1 0 4 3 0 San Jacinto 1 2 1 2 3 1 San Jacinto 2 2 0 3 4 0 BHI football closes out Zone A championships South Houston 1 2 1 2 3 1 South Houston 1 3 0 2 5 0 Park View 0 4 0 0 6 0 The Beverly Hills Bears came up big as Joe Gonzalez tower recovered another San looking forward to having a put the Bears up 22-0 at the Park View 0 4 0 0 7 0 football teams won Zone picked up with a Tiger fum- Jacinto fumble to give the chance to play for the dis- half. A titles in each division of ble to give the Bears’ offense Bears good fi eld position for trict title. In the third quarter, James the Pasadena Independent great fi eld position. their next score. Against San Jacinto, the Washington intercepted a Game Scores Game Scores School District standings Gonzalez added his sec- David Eldridge ran Bears started the scoring Tiger pass and score from Southmore 8, South Houston 0 Beverly Hills 26, San Jacinto 7 after sweeping four games ond touchdown on a 2-yard through the Tigers’ defense early as Bennie Hamilton 34 yards out. Beverly Hills 34, San Jacinto 0 against San Jacinto Oct. 19- plunge. from 8 yards out for a touch- ran the opening kickoff back Isaiah Myers and Jay Southmore 20, South Houston 0 20. Alan Flores and Kesean down to clinch the win. 78 yards for a 6-0 lead. Turner had key blocks on the Bears’ 8A 28 Coley provided the blocking Alonzo Fletcher, Quin- Moments later, D’Vaughn play. Zone B W L T W L T San Jacinto 8 on the play, which gave the ton Bolling and Robert An- Pennamon followed the Isaiah Chaney added Zone B W L T W L T The Bears’ eighth-grade A Bears a 12-2 lead. drade had key blocks on the blocks of Terrance Lambert, another touchdown for the Thompson 4 0 0 5 1 0 Thompson 4 0 0 6 1 0 team was victorious against In the second quarter, play. Quintanilla added the Rigo Fuentes and Manuel Bears on a 17-yard jaunt. Queens 3 1 0 4 2 0 the San Jacinto Tigers, 28-8. Eloy Garcia intercepted a 2-point kick for a 28-8 lead. Mendez for a 58-yard touch- Josue Villalta provided the Queens 2 1 1 4 2 0 On the Bears’ fi rst pos- Tiger pass, which set up the In the fourth quarter, down. extra point for a 38-0 lead. Miller 2 2 0 4 2 0 Bondy 2 1 1 4 2 1 session, they put together a Bears’ fi nal score before the the Bears’ defense forced a Josue Villalta kicked the In the fourth quarter, Vil- Bondy 1 3 0 1 5 0 68-yard scoring drive. half. couple of Tiger turnovers extra point to increase their lalta scooted into the end Miller 1 3 0 3 4 0 Carlos Gonzalez capped Darius Simmons found to maintain the lead. Sim- lead to 14-0. zone from 2 yards out to Jackson 0 4 0 1 5 0 Jackson 0 4 0 1 6 0 off the drive with a 2-yard Gonzalez alone for a 68- yard mons had an interception, In the second quarter, make the fi nal score 44-0. blast into the end zone be- scoring pass. Sergio Quinta- and Hightower recovered Kevin Simms recovered a In the other games, the hind the blocking of Mau- nilla kicked the 2-pointer to another fumble. Tigers fumble to set up the Bears’ eighth-grade B team Game Scores Game Scores rice Hightower and Tyler put the Bears up 20-2. Bears 7A 44 Bears’ next score. defeated San Jacinto 34-0 to Thompson 30, Jackson 25 Thompson 40, Jackson 0 Alfred for a 6-0 lead. San Jacinto pulled closer San Jacinto 0 Pennamon blasted fi nish the regular season at The Tigers blocked the just before the half as they The Beverly Hills sev- through the line for a 19-yard 6-0. Miller 8, Bondy 6 Bondy 28, Miller 0 extra point and raced to the completed a desperation pass enth-grade A team defeated score. Michael Arneson and Beverly Hills also claimed Queens 37, Park View 0 Queens 30, Park View 0 end zone to make the score for a touchdown, making the the San Jacinto Tigers 44-0. Toy Molina provided the a win in the seventh-grade B 6-2. score 20-8 at halftime. At 6-1 overall and 4-0 in blocking on the play. Villa- game, winning 26-7 to fi nish The Bears’ defense then In the third quarter, High- zone play, the Bears are now lta added the extra point to the season unbeaten at 7-0. CALENDAR THURSDAY, OCT. 28 held Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays provided. For more information, contact Gina Sherman at 281-554- 9 a.m. 7 a.m. from 8 to 9 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta 5675 or visit www.frontiersquares.com. Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. 8 p.m. therapy from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, FRIDAY, OCT. 29 Pasadena Little Theatre – Pasadena Little Theatre presents The 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- 7 a.m. Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 by John Bishop at 8 p.m. at a complete list of services offered. tion, or just drop in. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. 4318 Allen-Genoa Road. Show runs through Oct. 31. Fridays and 6 p.m. Noon from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. One special priced Scrabble Club #511 – Meets every Monday at the IHOP on Fuqua Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free water exercise from 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Thursday show at 8 p.m. on Oct 28. Jada August is the director. from 6 to 9 p.m. All who enjoy the game or want to learn to play are noon to 1 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. tion, or just drop in. Make reservations online at pasadena littletheatre.org or call 713- invited to join. For more information, call 281-488-2923. AIR & HEAT Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a Noon 941-1758. 6:30 p.m. SUNDAY, OCT. 31 complete list of services offered. Moving Forward Women’s Adult Children Anonymous – The New Directions Singles Club – The New Directions Singles Club Al-Anon - Meets every Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the ACA group meets Fridays at noon at the Up The Street Club in 2 p.m. has moved its time and location from St. Paul’s Catholic Church, First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Webster, 508 Nasa Parkway, in room 4. ACA is a 12-step program Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved one. Nassau Bay, to Webster Presbyterian Church, 201 West NASA Room 111. For information, call 281-487-8787. of hope, healing and recovery for people who grew up in alcoholic Meets every Sunday, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas Parkway in Webster. Meetings are held every Monday evening THINK 6:30 p.m. or dysfunctional homes. For more information, call 281-286-1431. from 2 to 3:15 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Pasadena, beginning at 6:30 p.m. This organization was created as a social 1062 Fairmont Parkway. For more information, call 281-487-8787. support outlet for 50+ widowed, divorced and never married indi- MONEY St. Luke’s Catholic Church – St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 6:30 p.m. 3 p.m. viduals. In addition to the regular meeting, a potluck dinner is held $ 11011 Hall Road, offers free tutoring on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. Bay Area Genealogical Society – Meets the last Friday of each $ THINK on the first and third Mondays. Call 713-340-2354 for information. and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tutoring is held in Room 2 of month at University Baptist Church, 16106 Middlebrook Drive Pasadena Little Theatre – Closing performance for The Musical Civil Air Patrol Meeting – Weekly at Ellington Field in the Civil Air THE the Education Building. Contact Joe Pavlicek at 281-484-1397 or in Clear Lake. Coffee and socializing is at 6:30 and the meeting Comedy Murders of 1940 by John Bishop at 3 p.m. at Pasadena Patrol Building. Call 281-484-1352 and leave a message for more by e-mail at [email protected]. begins at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.TxBayAreaGen. Little Theatre, 4318 Allen-Genoa Road. Jada August is the director. CLASSIFIEDS information. 7 p.m. org. Make reservations by calling 713-941-1758 or online at pasade- $ 8 p.m. nalittletheatre.org. 7 p.m. buy... Pasadena Gulf Coast Art Society – Monthly meetings held the 8 p.m. Grief Support Group – “Friends Helping Friends” meets every $ you’ll save last Thursday of each month in the Community Room at Pasadena Pasadena Little Theatre – Pasadena Little Theatre presents The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 by John Bishop at 8 p.m. at Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are Monday from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehab Hospital, 655 E. money! Town Square Mall. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Those who have lost a spouse or 8 p.m. 4318 Allen-Genoa Road. Show runs through Oct. 31. Fridays and held Sundays and Tuesdays from 8 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays from sell... Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. One special priced 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta other loved one are invited to participate. For information, call Betty $ Pasadena Little Theatre – Special two-for-one performance of Thursday show at 8 p.m. on Oct 28. Jada August is the director. Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. Flynn at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033. $ you’ll The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 by John Bishop at 8 p.m. at Make reservations online at pasadena littletheatre.org or call 713- TUESDAY, NOV. 2 make Pasadena Little Theatre, 4318 Allen-Genoa Road. Jada August is MONDAY, NOV. 1 941-1758. 7 a.m. the director. Buy one ticket for $14 and get another person in free. 7 a.m. money! $ SATURDAY, OCT. 30 Make reservations by calling 713-941-1758 or online at pasade- AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. Call Today nalittletheatre.org. 6 p.m. from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, $ 8:30 p.m. Frontier Squares – Meets to square dance at the Westminster 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- 281-481-5656 tion, or just drop in. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are Academy at 670 E. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Refreshments tion, or just drop in. 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Please call by the Pasadena Independent School District related to Los archivos de Educación Especial que han sido acumu- • formally trained with degree • Office Bldg. help you! 832-526-7269 or email jnr520@ lados por el Distrito Escolar Independiente de Pasadena sbcglobal.net for photos. TF the identifi cation, evaluation, educational placement or • practicing artist for over • Warehouses Come by the the provision of special education in the district must be referentes a la identifi cación, evaluación, colocación edu- 20 years •Acreage/Lots South Belt- maintained under state and federal laws for a period of cativa o de provisión de educación especial en el distrito k STORAGE seven years after special education services have ended deben mantenerse bajo leyes estatales como federales por DDavidavid TakacsTakacs Ellington BOATS, RV’s, CARS for the student. A special education student’s services un periodo de siete años después de que dichos servicios de Call...281-481-3663 end when the student is no longer eligible for services, educación especiales hayan terminado para el estudiante. 2281-309-737581-309-7375 Leader offices • Concrete floors Los servicios de educación especial terminan cuando el All Areas • Any Condition • Electricity • Water graduates or completes his or her educational program at age 21, or moves from the district. estudiante ya no sea elegible para servicios, se gradué o and place in 25’ stall - $65 complete su programa educacional a la edad de 21 años o $ State law prohibits the destruction of any record if the se mude del distrito. ad in our 30’ stall - 80 subject matter of the record is known by the custodian to be in litigation, if it is subject to a pending Open Records La ley estatal prohíbe la destrucción de cualquier archivo si The South Belt-Ellington Leader weekly 713-943-7172 es sabido que el asunto del archivo está en litigación, si es 11502 Dumas Request, if there is no outstanding request to inspect the Real Estate record under the Family Education Rights and Privacy sujeto a un solicitud de archivos, si no hay una petición pen- urges all readers to exercise caution when CHILD CARE Act, or if the record is subject to a pending audit or state diente para revisar el archivo bajo el acta de Los Derechos Educacionales de Familia y Acta Privada, o si el archivo es section! MS. SHERRY’S DAYCARE, morn- granting agency. responding to any ads where there may ing and afternoon transportation sujeto a un revisión pendiente o de una agencia estatal. This notifi cation is to inform parents or adult students 11555 Beamer to-from P.I.S.D. schools. School- Esta notifi cación es para informar a padres o a estudiantes aged children. 25 yrs. experience. of PISD’s intent to destroy the special education records be an exchange of personal information. State registered. Afternoon activi- adultos del intento del Distrito Escolar Independiente de 281-481-5656 of students who received special education services in Pasadena para destruir los archivos de educación especial ties. 713-941-3032. 10-28 the past, and it has been seven years since their most re- No Job Too Small! COMPUTER de los estudiantes que en el pasado han recibido servicios de cent service has ended. Specifi cally any remaining spe- educación especial cuyos servicios más recientes recibidos YOUR FRIENDLY Neighborhood cial education records from the following years: 2001, Computer Guy. New hard drive, terminaron hace más de siete años. Específi camente cual- upgrades, increase memory, wire- 2002. quier archivo de educación especial que quedó de los años less setup & home networking. These records will be destroyed in accordance with state siguientes: 2001, 2002. Estos archivos serán destruidos de Complete scan for viruses & law unless the parent or adult student notifi es the school acuerdo con la ley estatal a menos que el padre o estudiante cleanup, $35. Hablamos Español. Call For Information CALENDAR 713-987-9189. 10-28 district otherwise. adulto notifi que al distrito escolar de otra manera. Continued from Page 3B Southbelt-Data-Systems - Hard For further information contact: Para más información por favor de comunicarse con: Drive Data Recovery - Linux Conserje de Archivos TUESDAY, NOV. 2 Wednesday of each month in the third floor classrooms 3 and 4 of Custodian of Records Installation. 10909 Sabo, Suite Special Education Department Departamento de Educación Especial 11:30 a.m. Bayshore Medical Center, 4000 Spencer Hwy. in Pasadena. For 120, 281-922-4160. E-mail: sds@ more information, call 713-944-4782 or 713-266-6400. walkerlaw.com. TF 1515 Cherrybrook Lane 1515 Cherrybrook Lane Local NARFE Meeting – The National Association of Retired Pasadena, Texas 77502 Federal Employees, Chapter 1321, meets the first Tuesday of each 6:30 p.m. GARAGE SALE Pasadena, Texas 77502 month in the Clear Lake Community Center, 5001 NASA Parkway. Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Domestic 11035 KIRKWELL DR. Fri., Oct. Phone (713) 740-0213 Teléfono (713) 740-0213 A meal will be available for $6. For more information, call Bob violence support group for male survivors meets each Wednesday 29, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. & Sat., Oct. 30, 8 Mitchell at 281-333-2881. at 210 S. Walnut off NASA Parkway. Call 281-338-7600 for informa- a.m.-2 p.m. Medical scrubs, 1 p.m. tion. Participants may join at any time as this is an open group. clothes, kitchenware and misc. 10-28 Trailmixers – Meets the first Tuesday of the month at the Luby’s 7 p.m. Cafeteria on Fuqua. Former and current employees of J. Frank 9522 RADIO RD. Fri., Oct. 29, 8 Survivors of Suicide Support Group – The Southeast Houston Dobie High School are welcome for lunch and conversation. a.m.-4 p.m. & Sat., Oct. 30, 8 a.m.- group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month. The 1 p.m. Collectibles, antiques, stuff. Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora- group offers support and coping skills in a non-threatening envi- No children’s clothes. 10-28 mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. HELP WANTED ronment to adult individuals who have lost a loved one to suicide. 10023 RADIO RD. at Clearwood Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. 204 S. Main. For informa- For information on registration or to obtain a physical address for a Landing. Sat., Oct. 30, 7 a.m.-2 tion, call 713-472-0565. 1:30 p.m. location, call 713-533-4500 or visit www.crisishotline.org. p.m. only. Everything must go! Bella Vita a 55+ Community is Seeking a Part-time Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Confidential Household misc., collectibles, Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech cameras and electronics. 10-28 PEST therapy from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Bayshore Sports Medicine and domestic violence support group for women meets every week. 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Page 6, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 28, 2010 Playoff spot secured; Dobie looks ahead to SoHo H.S. volleyball Continued from Page 1B Bolden’s 5-yard touchdown Dobie owns the stingiest “Offensively, Blake the system, and we are get- playoffs set terback Chris Lopez lost a run late in the game rep- defense in terms of yards Jackson is continuing to ting more and more consis- pair of fumbles after taking resented the game’s fi nal allowed and also boasts the improve, and we are fi nding tent. Right now, we have Continued from Page 1B jarring hits in the second points and gave Dobie more district’s top offense based ways to get the ball to our things going great, but we But the playoff seeds half, several Longhorns got than 400 yards of total of- on the same yardage. playmakers. The offensive have to get ready for South had already been set, with a chance to play signifi cant fense. “I’ve said all year that line is doing a great job in Houston and play well.” Deer Park fi rst, followed minutes and did quite well. Wins and losses are coach (Carey Sink) and his by Memorial, Sam Ray- Tailbacks David Anleu, about the only statistics that staff have done a tremen- burn and Dobie in that or- Rodney Davis and Dean- matter in team sports, but dous job with that group,” Boys’ hoops workouts der. dre Bolden all had big runs. it has to be mentioned that Phillips said. As for the senior night, Dobie player Katherine under way Nov. 27 Finney and student trainer Mary Le were honored, Let the races begin. coaches, but that is what and Romero’s family was The 2010-2011 high makes it fun.” in attendance. school boys’ basketball sea- But while Pillow will Deer Park’s players pro- son is now under way as have some veteran leader- vided a touching moment preseason workouts began ship to rely on, Dobie head during the ceremony, giv- Oct. 27. coach Kevin Cross will ing pink roses to each of At Clear Brook, the Wol- guide a talented group of the Dobie players, signify- verines are coming off a varsity newcomers this sea- ing Gabby’s favorite color. playoff berth but are taking son. Moments later, two nothing for granted despite Senior Edward Peabody Deer players jogged up the the return of several key is the lone returnee for the bleachers to give roses to Thanks to a win over Dickinson in the fi nal match of the regular season, Clear players. Longhorns, but Cross is Gabby’s parents, Edna and Brook, including, from left, Kendra Turley, Crystal Young and Caiti O’Connell, is Defending district cham- hoping previous success Jesse Romero. headed back to the playoffs. pion Galveston Ball has will give his team a confi - slipped to the Class 4A dence boost early on. ranks, but Pearland has In 2009-2010, Dobie jumped into the 24-5A mix won district titles at the Atkinson students aid Walk for Sight program along with talented teams freshman A and junior var- Atkinson Elemen- School District and local Over the past three years, and glasses this fall. The from Clear Springs, Clear sity levels. Now, many of tary had 150 students businesses. proceeds have also covered value of those programs Creek, Brook and Pearland. those players must answer (kindergarten through The Atkinson students the membership dues for all is estimated at more than Clear Brook head coach the call on varsity. fourth-graders) and two and teachers raised $1,456 PISD nurses in the Nation- $44,000. Jason Pillow is counting “It’s too early to say that teachers participate in the for the event. The funds are al Association of School Proceeds have also fu- on leadership coming from we have a defi nite starting eighth annual Walk for used to provide eye exams Nurses. eled donations to various a senior-laden roster that fi ve,” Cross said. Sight event October 16, at and eyeglasses for PISD In 2009, 256 PISD stu- student health programs, includes returnees such as “I believe all of the play- Pasadena Memorial High school children. dents were provided with including the McDon- Fred Richardson, a three- ers will have to contribute School. Last year’s event drew eye exams and eyeglasses ald’s Texas Invitational year letterman; Spencer for this team to be success- The Pasadena Lions more than 900 elementary with the use of funds gener- Basketball Tournament, Bowman, Jarek Player, An- ful this season. We might Club hosts the event an- and middle school students ated from the walk. the DARE program and drew Phu and Alex Petti- also have to battle through nually in partnership with along with their physical Another 130 students the Garfi eld Elementary grew. some growing pains as we Pasadena Independent education instructors. will receive free exams SPARK Park project. “We are excited to get the get used to the step up from Senior running back Rodney Davis made his way into the game in the second half season started,” Pillow said. subvarstiy competition. and had a 15-yard gain on this play for the Longhorns as the locals went on to crush “The guys have been work- “Looking at our roster Sam Rayburn 48-7 at Newcomb Field. Photo by David Flickinger ing very hard in anticipation we are not very big, but we of a great year. do have a lot of players who “Once again, the season are interchangeable and can will come down to the wire play multiple postions.” as any one of seven teams Looking at the district has the potential to not only race, Cross sees a veteran make the playoffs but win Deer Park team as the fa- district! vorite but likes his team’s “There will be many chances of making the play- more sleepless nights for offs a fi fth straight time Brook High School Varsity Boys’ Hoops Schedule Date Opponent Time Nov. 6 Scrimmage at Pas. Mem. 9 a.m. Nov. 11 Scrimmage at Brook 4 p.m. Nov. 16 Deer Park 7 p.m. Atkinson Elementary students and two of their teach- Grantham, (third row) Irma Rocha, Xavier Marti- Nov. 19 Cy-Creek 7 p.m. ers helped raise nearly $1,500 for the Walk for Sight nez, Nicholas Covarrubias, Danielle Bulman, Bri- Nov. 22 at Dekaney 2 p.m. program, a joint effort by the Pasadena Lions Club ana Keim, Lilliana Ferrell, Darren Ortiz, Yesenia and the Pasadena Independent School District aimed Valdez, Valente Morales, Hannah Lazo, (fourth Nov. 23 College Park 2 p.m. at raising funds for eye exams and eyeglasses for stu- row) Anthony Moreno, Katherine Orta, Erick Es- dents in need throughout the district. Some of those Nov. 30 at Langham Creek 7 p.m. cobar, Leah Escobar, Monica Borri, Michelle Agu- who participated included, left to right, (front row) ilar, Edward Lara, Alyssa Estrada, Joanna Cruz, Dec. 2-4 at Clear Creek ISD tourn. TBA Vanessa Hinojosa, Samantha Wilkerson, Madi- Kyanna Shannon, (back row) Lauryn Locksey, son Lopez, Alfred Estrada, Anastasia Dominguez, Dec. 7 Australia 7 p.m. Katherine Flores, Darin Pulido, Terry Grantham, Caroline Orta, Jaylen Gonzalez, Estevan Guz- Destinee Gonzalez, Yesenia Morales, Pedro Torres, Dec. 9-11 at Lee College tourn. TBA man, (second row) Janet Armenta, Sydnye Forde- Nicole Bryant, Roland Torres and Ricardo Lima. Richins, Madolyn Soto, Isabella Lara, Hayden Dec. 20 *Alvin 1 p.m. Not pictured are Andres Torres, Liyah Alfaro, Lazo, Matthew Dominguez, Andres Gallegos, Ser- Kimberly Wilkerson and Juan Morales. Dec. 21 at G.C. Memorial 1 p.m. gio Valdez, Ameera Roubi, Sashiana Munoz, Delia Dec. 27-30 at Har-Bur tournamant TBA Jan. 4 *at Clear Creek 7 p.m. Jan. 7 *at Clear Springs 7 p.m. Jan. 11 *Brazoswood 7 p.m. Jan. 14 *at Clear Lake 7 p.m. Jan. 18 *Pearland 7 p.m. Jan. 21 *at Dickinson 7 p.m. Jan. 25 *at Alvin 7 p.m. Jan. 28 *Clear Creek 7 p.m. Feb. 1 *Clear Springs 7 p.m. Feb. 4 *at Brazoswood 7 p.m. Feb. 8 *Clear Lake 7 p.m.

Feb. 11 *at Pearland 7 p.m. Feb. 15 *Dickinson 7 p.m. * District 24-5A games Dobie High School Varsity Boys’ Hoops Schedule Date Opponent Time Nov. 6 Scrimmage at Dobie 1 p.m. Nov. 13 Scrimmage at Dobie 10 a.m. Nov. 18-20 at Texas Invitational TBA Nov. 22 Aldine MacArthur 4:30 p.m. Nov. 27 at Friendswood 3 p.m. 10-U H-Town Jokers Nov. 30 at Langham Creek 7 p.m. Dec. 2-4 at Katy tournament TBA Dec. 6 Australia 7 p.m. win fall league; Dec. 14 at Clear Creek 7 p.m. Dec. 21 at Clear Lake 2 p.m. Valdez named MVP Dec. 28-30 at Alvin Lion’s tourn. TBA The 10-under H-Town Jokers from the South Belt Jan. 11 La Porte 7 p.m. area won the league championship during the fall Jan. 14 *Pasadena 7:30 p.m. season at the South Houston Senior Baseball Associ- ation. In top photo, the team celebrated its title with Jan. 18 *at Memorial 7:30 p.m. a trophy presentation. Members of the team are, left Jan. 21 *at Sam Rayburn 7:30 p.m. to right, (front row) Tito Perez, Sam Velasquez, (sec- ond row) Lorenzo Navarro, Diego Gonzalez, Aaron Jan. 25 *South Houston (at Phillips) 6 p.m. Perea, Brandon Valdez, (third row) Dave Amaya, Jan. 28 *at Deer Park 7:30 p.m. Bryan Cisneros, Frank Mendez, Tyler Langston, Nick Gaytan, (back row) coach Mike Mendez, coach Feb. 1 *at Pasadena 7:30 p.m. Donny Velasquez, manager Rudy Mendez and coach Oscar Perea. While winning the title, the Jokers got Feb. 4 *Memorial 7:30 p.m. a big boost from Valdez, who was named the most Feb. 8 *at Sam Rayburn 7:30 p.m. valuable player in the division after a strong season at the plate and in the fi eld. Feb. 11 *at South Houston (at Phillips) 7:30 p.m. Submitted photos Feb. 15 *Deer Park 7:30 p.m. * District 22-5A games