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Calendar Page 3 Classifieds Page 4 2010 Movies Page 11 Osteoporosis advocates speak Obituaries Page 8 Police / Fire Page 2 Puzzles Page 10 with official - Page 9 Worship Page 6 Long after the dust settles food pantries still waiting for the cheddar By Jess Paniszczyn Cheddar Explosion, the company’s for the Kraft products. With the mitted to each charity. shortage that delayed the product As the sun rose over Irving newest variety of macaroni and demand for food pantry services “We processed the product shipment to the charities (and on April 11, 2,715 pounds of ex- cheese product. climbing and scantly covered pan- orders for the charities in May. But some customers too.) The charities plosives ignited imploding Texas As part of the sponsorship try shelves, the charities involved we have had issues with product See DEMAND, Page 7 Stadium. The Texas landmark and agreement was that four Irving look forward to receiving the prom- long-time home to the Dallas Cow- charities, Irving Salvation Army, ised product. boys was turned to dust in less than Irving Cares, Hope Center/Mac- The Irving Food Banks have Dry grass aids fire a minute. Arthur Church of Christ Food not received any of the Kraft The demise of Texas Stadium Bank and the Baptist Benevolent product donations yet,” said Joyce led to one of the most interesting Ministries Food Bank combined Hodel, a representative of Kraft cross promotionals in recent mar- would receive $75,000 from the Foods Corporate Affairs. “The keting history. Kraft Foods Global, sponsorship fees and $75,000 charities will be receiving the prod- title sponsorship of the implosion, worth of Kraft products. uct in the next few weeks. And we used the event to kick off its na- The charities received the can assure you that we will provide tional advertising campaign for money, but they are still waiting the full amount of product we com- Schepps offers reward in fatal hit and run accident Irving Police investigators are 19. Schepps Dairy is offering a struck and killed. There was no seeking information and details $10,000 reward for information vehicle at the scene, and investiga- from the public regarding a fatal leading to the arrest and indictment tors learned from witnesses that the hit and run accident that occurred of the individual who struck and vehicle which struck him slowed in the early morning hours of May killed Evan Sanchey (23) and then briefly after impact but did not stop fled the accident scene (Fail to Stop or return to the scene afterward. and Render Aid.) To date investigators have not Anyone with information is been contacted by the driver. The asked to contact the Irving Police vehicle, described as a light colored Department at one of the following (possibly white or silver) Mazda PERIODICALS IRVING TEXAS IRVING POSTAGE PAID POSTAGE numbers: Tribute, was last seen fleeing east PERMIT #024981 PERMIT 24-hour Contact number 972-273- on 183 toward Dallas. 1010 It has been determined that Tips Line 972-721-8080 Mr. Sanchey, an active service- Investigations/voicemail 972-721- man with the U.S. Marine Corps, 2761 had recently flown in from duty Case Background Informa- in Afghanistan. He was in Irving tion – At approximately 5:50 a.m. waiting for a connecting flight on 05-19-10, officers responding home for two weeks of R&R with to the 4400 block of eastbound family before returning to duty. S.H.183 (between Valley View Investigators state that Mr. Sanchey Lane and the Esters Rd. exit) found was crossing the freeway on foot Curious onlookers gather along a fence in north Irving as fire- that a pedestrian, Evan Sanchey from north to south when he was fighters from DFW Airport work to contain a large grass fire (23) of Yakima, WA, had been struck and killed. burning on Airport property. HIPPY jumpstarts education for young children The Irving Rambler Box 177731 P.O. TX 75017 Irving, By Jess Paniszczyn program,” said Olayinka Moore, Then the parents are responsible ceremony.” Serving over 400 families each coordinator of the HIPPY program. for doing the activities with their Youngsters learn basic skills year, the HIPPY (Home Instruction “We work with the parents of kids child. while parents learn about the edu- for Parents of Preschool Young- ages three to five to get them ready “We want to provide families cational system sters) is an inventive Irving ISD for school. We emphasize that the with resources and opportunities “The children get a lot out of program that brings learning into parent is the child’s first teacher. they may not have available other- the program. It covers the main children’s homes before they ever “We provide all the curriculum wise. Each year, we go on field trips areas of education with an empha- set off for school. and materials for the families. Dur- to the Science Place and the Dallas sis on literacy. Children also learn Irving Rambler $0.50 “HIPPY is a school readi- ing weekly home visits, instructors Museum of Art. At the end of each math, science, social skills. They ness and parenting involvement role play activities with the parents. year, we have a HIPPY graduation See HIPPY, Page 3 Page 2 July 03, 2010 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler Drivers are most likely to be ticketed in certain states

The 4th of July is one of the ists Association (www.motorists. the National Motorists Association 6) Missouri 44) Idaho busiest traffic days of the year and org) has come up with a way to give found that the state most likely to 7) New York 43) Nebraska nothing can ruin a vacation more 4th of July travelers some insight hand out a traffic ticket is Florida, 8) North Carolina 42) New Mexico quickly than an undeserved traffic on which states are most likely to followed closely by Georgia and 9) Washington DC These rankings aren’t perfect, ticket. ticket drivers. Nevada. The state where drivers are 10) New Jersey as search queries can be impacted Information on how many traf- The rankings below were gen- least likely to get a traffic ticket is The 10 states least likely to by a number of different factors. fic tickets are issued in each state erated by analyzing ticket-related Montana. ticket motorists: The full list of state rank- as well as Washington DC is hard search queries such as “speed- Here are the 10 states (and DC) 51) Montana ings and further information on to come by, because states typically ing ticket” and “traffic tickets” most likely to ticket motorists: 50) Wyoming how they were calculated can be don’t have an agency responsible over time using Google’s Search 1) Florida 49) North Dakota found at www.motorists.org/ticket- for gathering and summarizing Insights, a public tool that shows 2 tie) Georgia 48) South Dakota trends/. ticket data from the various juris- state-by-state search trends across 2 tie) Nevada 47) Alaska dictions. the United States. 4) Texas 46) Maine Luckily, the National Motor- After crunching the numbers, 5) Alabama 45) West Virginia Watch Your Car July is one of the highest auto theft months of the year. As tem- LETTER TO THE EDITOR peratures rise across Texas during the summer months, drivers need to To the Editor: ignore the container storage policy. the 2008 Irving Resident Survey, and that the plan espoused by Ms take extra precautions to keep their I would like to make a citizen Other municipalities have not been the city asked the question “Would Haney is no longer under consid- vehicle safe. reply to your June 26 Rambler ar- able to resolve this issue. you prefer a city-issued container eration. “You should think twice before ticle entitled “Pilot program gathers I moved to University Hills or the current bag system for trash Jim Wells leaving your keys in the ignition with trash data”. The substance of the looking for an affordable, centrally pickup?” Over 1,800 Irving citizens your engine running in an effort to article is an interview with Brenda located, charming area with well completed the survey and 70.6% of The Letters to the Editor keep your vehicle cool, even if it’s Haney, Director of the City of Ir- maintained properties and archi- the respondents stated that they section is devoted to giving the just for just a few minutes” said ving Solid Waste Department. tectural diversity. After nine years preferred the current bag system. people of Irving a voice. The Charles Caldwell, director of the Tex- First, I would like to commend in residence, I find that the beauty Our existing trash collection ser- Irving Rambler needs your in- as Automobile Burglary and Theft Ms Haney for her management of of the area is in jeopardy and have vice is excellent and places Irving put, letters, comments – good Prevention Authority (ABTPA). the current Solid Waste Depart- elected to take action to oppose a cut above other areas within the as well as bad, and opinions. Drivers who leave their keys in ment, as well as her desire to make the extension of this City program Metroplex. If it isn’t broken, don’t This section can only be suc- the ignition while unattended make it easier for car thieves to steal their car. improvements to the solid waste beyond the pilot phase. This oppo- fix it. cessful with your support. In Texas, an estimated 50 percent of collection program. City of Irving sition includes not only exclusion In a meeting the week of June If you would like to see the vehicles stolen have the owner’s surveys consistently show that Ir- of the plan from University Hills, 21 in which Mayor Gears, City your ideas in print, please email them to Irving@Irvin- keys in the ignition. ving’s Solid Waste Department is but also from its implementation Manager Gonzalez, and recently “These victim-assisted auto gRambler.com or mail them highly rated by its citizens. As one anywhere within the City that I elected Councilman Roy Santoscoy crimes could be prevented simply by to: of those citizens, however, I would have come to appreciate. were present, all City officials pres- taking your keys,” said Caldwell. The Irving Rambler like to make a few comments on the A recent poll of University ent confirmed that they had heard It is illegal for Texas drivers to proposed plan to use large plastic Hills residents, some 500 house- the voice of the citizenry and that Re: Letters to the Editor leave their keys in the ignition or trash carts and once a week collec- holds in all, had 175 responses with the plan was dead. I am hoping P.O. Box 177731 their engine running while unattend- tion that was recently piloted by the more than 83 percent responding this statement will end the issue Irving, Texas 75017 ed. Drivers could face misdemeanor City. in opposition to this proposed al- fines up to $200. I live within walking distance teration in City services. Many of of two of the streets involved in the these residents indicated they had pilot program, Santiago Court and experience with this type of service POLICE & Fire Guadalajara Court. These streets in other cities, and therefore were are home to the Mayor and one qualified commentators. University Aggravated Robbery: 06-27-10 at City Council member. I visited one Hills has more than its share of 2:17 p.m. The 90 year old female of these streets, Santiago Court, senior citizens, many streets with victim hired the two suspects yes- Irving Fire Department on a Wednesday prior to Friday no alley, and a hilly terrain making terday to power wash her house in Activity summary: June 25-30, 2010 collection under the revised plan. program compliance difficult as it the 3200 block of Strait St. They What I found was anything other involves moving heavy carts to and performed the job and were paid. Irving Fire Department responded to 234 incidents. than acceptable from an aesthetic from the curb. The suspects returned today, telling The Fire incidents Medical calls point of view. Santiago Court, due A similar survey in Hackberry the victim they were not finished. 80 Miscellaneous Fire 25 Major Accidents to its City Official resident, should Creek produced nearly identical She allowed them into her home. and Rescue Calls 48 Major Medical have been a model example. Six of results in plan opposition. Reasons The suspects then demanded mon- 6 Structure Fires 18 Heart Attacks the ten residences had carts still out for opposition included aesthetics, ey, displayed a box-cutter type of 1 Special Operations 14 Difficulty Breathing five days after the prior Friday col- inability to comply due to age, knife, and pushed her around to the 1 Vehicle Fires 27 Trauma Related lection. While I was at the site, one infirmity or travel, lack of a stor- extent that she suffered an abrasion 14 CPR Situations resident emerged from his home age location for the receptacles, on her arm. The suspects took cash and dumped refuse in a container sanitation issues, etc. Those who and credit cards. families were moved to other apart- Burglar Arrests: 06-30-10 at 1:45 while I stood nearby. Apparently cannot comply will require the ad- ments and the other two families p.m. The victim called to report he was using the container as a dition of city personnel to support Power Outage: 06-28-10 at 6:21 were move to other properties. that her purse was stolen from her curbside dumpster. The visual ef- the “pack out” plan (pickup at the p.m. During the power outage, There were no injuries. vehicle while she was working out fect of numerous large containers house rather than curbside) already the Hackberry radio site went to at the Villa Miranda. She described littering the curbside is anything in place, reducing to some extent back-up generator power. Informa- Counterfeiting Ring Discovered four suspects that she saw around but aesthetic. the touted cost effectiveness of the tion Technology section worked / Arrests: 06-28-10 at 9:20 p.m. the complex and knew they did A drive through other mu- proposed new policy. on the problem and the power was Officers made contact with the not live there. Later, the manager nicipalities such as Fort Worth In the article, Ms. Haney as- restored around 7:45 p.m. The De- occupants at the Sleep Inn. Upon for the complex called in to report will show the negative impact of serts that citizen feedback regard- partment’s radio system functioned entering the room, they discov- the suspects again in the area. Of- this type of program which is any- ing the trash cart program was properly during the outage. ered a credit card manufacturing ficers located the suspects nearby thing but in keeping with KIRBY, split 50%-50% for and against the ring. The three occupants had ar- and a foot pursuit began around the Keep Irving Beautiful policy. program. Based on the comments Structure Fire: 06-28-10 at 6:52 rived here from another state and the Market Center area and adjoin- Those who would suggest that that I have received from neighbors p.m. Officers were dispatched to they were preparing to start their ing properties. Three of the four code enforcement would resolve and friends throughout the city, I the Garden Plaza Apartments in operation here. A Criminal Inves- suspects were eventually captured. these issues need only consider the do not believe that her comments reference to lightning striking one tigation investigator and supervisor One juvenile and one adult were effectiveness of this concept when accurately reflect the true feelings of the apartment buildings. Four responded to the location and the arrested after evidence tied them substantial numbers of citizens of the citizens of Irving. In fact, in apartments were damaged. Two Secret Service also responded. to at least one offense.

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Jessica Starkey - Circulation 972-870-1992 Member of The Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce -- The Irving Rambler is Copyrighted 2010 The Irving Rambler 972-870-1992 July 03, 2010 Page 3 HIPPY curriculum teaches parents, children Continued from page 1 “A survey of Kindergarten will be familiar with these terms The HIPPY program is cur- scissors, glue, pipe cleaners and learn about taking turns by playing teachers found that children who from the HIPPY curriculum and rently receiving donations to aid different materials the kids have to games with their parents. had participated in HIPPY prior to they know where to find activities families in the coming year. use. Also paper, pencils, markers, “We want the kids to have a going into Kindergarten were more to help their children continue to “We are hoping to receive do- playdough and other items that will good foundation in the educational interested in learning, had a better build skills. nations of supplies that we can give help children develop fine motor system, so when they do go to understanding of books, and they “We also hope parents will to the families for their activities. skills,” she said. school they already know how to were less likely to get into trouble. I have a better understanding of Our curriculum requires the par- To make a donation contact write their name, they know their think they had fewer behavior prob- the educational process before the ents and children to work together the HIPPY Center at demartinez@ colors, and can identify different lems, because of the socialization child goes into school. So they coloring, cutting and gluing things. irvingisd.net or by phone at 972- letters and shapes. aspects of the HIPPY curriculum,” know how to be involved in the We are hoping to receive crayons, 600-6119 or 972-600-6120. “Research done by the district she said. schools. in 2007 found that kids who partici- “We hope the program em- “If parents are interested in July 4 10:30 a.m. pated in the HIPPY program by the powers parents to be an advocate enrolling in HIPPY, they can go to July 4 Celebration time they took the first administra- for their child. When we teach them our website or come into our office, First United Methodist Church would like to invite all to attend tion of the third grade TAKS test the curriculum and the academic fill out an application and get on our Worship Service in the Worship Center. Wear your RED, performed higher in reading and language associated with some of the waiting list. We usually have WHITE & BLUE and come worship with us! We are located at math than children who had not the skills the children learn, we over 100 families on the waiting 211 W. Third--in the Heart of Irving of the Downtown/Historic participated in HIPPY. hope that in the future, the parents list every year.” part of Irving. All are welcome to attend our worship service. COMMUNITY CALENDAR July 3 at 9am ment and games for children. begreen and select “Educational highlighter sets, pens, pencils, eras- youth programs. Independence Day Parade - The Concessions will be available for Opportunities.” ers, wide-rule notebook paper, col- city’s annual Independence Day pa- purchase; admission is free. ored pencil and marker sets, large Summer Hoops – Youth, ages rade is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. July 9 from 11am to 2pm glue sticks, and 16- and 24-count 10-14, will practice teamwork, in downtown Irving. Immediately July 3 at 8:45pm Summer Shred Opportunity- crayons. Financial contributions develop positive relationships following the parade, a patriotic Irving Symphony Orchestra - The next free document shredding for the purchase of supplies can with police, while sharpening fun- concert will be featured at Heritage The Irving Symphony Orchestra opportunity will be held from 11 be mailed to: IISD Partnerships in damental basketball skills at the Park, 217 Main St. A parade route is will perform a patriotic concert a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Drop-Off Education c/o Supplies for Success Sam Houston Recreation Center, posted online at www.cityofirving. beginning at 8:45 p.m. followed Center, located at 3000 Rock Island Drive, P.O. Box 152637, Irving, TX 3033 W. Country Club Drive. For org. Admission is free. Call (972) by a spectacular high-element Road (west side of parking lot). 75015-2637. E-mail partnership@ more information contact Sgt. 721-2501. fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. cho- Bring only paper to be shredded. irvingisd.net to set up a delivery Richie Miller at (972) 721-2544 or reographed to an exclusive version All shredded materials will be point to drop off large donations. [email protected]. July 3 from 9am until noon of the Armed Forces Medley. Park- recycled. Residents are limited Those who need assistance with Caster Cabin and Depot - The ing will be available at the Urban to two file boxes on a first-come, supplies should contact their child’s Summer Kicks – Youth ages 8-14, Caster Cabin and the Depot at Heri- Towers and VHA Place parking first-served basis. Proof of Irving school counselor. will focus on soccer fundamentals, tage Park will be open for public garages for $5. For more informa- residency is required. Call (972) teamwork, sportsmanship and tours on July 3 from 9am until noon tion, call (972) 721-2501 or www. 721-8059. July 6-Aug. 6 creating relationships with the during the holiday festivities. Tours cityofirving.org. Summer Youth Programs - The community at the Irving YMCA, will be provided by the Irving July 5-Aug. 6 Irving Police Department’s Athletic 2200 W. Irving Blvd. For more in- Heritage Society. Heritage Park is July 4 from 3pm to 5pm Supplies For Success - Irving busi- League is partnering with the Irving formation, contact Sgt. Joe Palomar located at 2nd and Main Street in Heritage House - The Heri- nesses and individuals are invited Independent School District and at (972) 721-2545 or jpalomar@ downtown Irving. tage House located at 303 South to participate in the 6th Annual the YMCA to offer free summer cityofirving.org. O’Connor will be open for tours Mayor and Firefighters’ Supplies July 3 at 2:30pm from 3pm to 5pm, with docent led for Success school supply drive. Papermaking Program - Make tours beginning at 3pm and 4pm. This citywide event is held to col- your own unique craft paper in a Admission is free. For more infor- lect school supplies for economi- variety of colors at 2:30 p.m. at mation visit www.irvingheritage. cally disadvantaged students who the Central Library, 801 W. Irving com or call 972-252-3838. attend school in Irving ISD. To Blvd. For more information, visit donate supplies, visit any Irving www.cityofirving.org/library and July 7 at 4pm fire station location (list avail- click on the Summer Reading Club Path - Learn about West African able at www.cityofirving.org/fire). graphic. culture and participate in an inter- School supplies needed include: active drumming ceremony for the backpacks, one-subject spiral note- July 3 whole family led by David Cox at books, 1–3 inch binders, construc- Library Holiday Hours - The 4 p.m. July 7 at the East Branch tion paper, dry-erase markers and Irving Central Library, 801 W. Ir- Library, 440 S. Nursery Road. This ving Blvd. will open at noon July 3. program is part of the Many Voices All Irving Public Libraries will be multicultural series and supported closed July 4 and 5 and will resume by the Friends of the Irving Public Put a Paw print in your heart normal operating hours on July 6. Library. For more information, call (972) 721-3722. July 3 at 6pm and a best friend at home! Fireworks Display - The City July 8 from 6 to 8pm The precious pets at the DFW Humane of Irving will host an evening of Rain Garden Class - Learn how Society would like to bring a lifetime of love entertainment beginning at 6 p.m. to make the most of a rain garden The festivities will be held at the with this free class from 6 to 8 p.m. and happiness into your home!! intersection of Las Colinas Boule- July 8 at Northwest Recreation BELLA is a one year old, very sweet vard and Lake Carolyn Parkway. Center, 2800 Cheyenne St. To reg- and affectionate domestic short haired Activities will include entertain- ister, visit www.cityofirving.org/ mix who is spayed and ready to be a part of your family. She was rescued from another shelter and is looking for a lap to sit in and a family to love. She is black and white and medium in size. If you think she might be a perfect fit for your happy home, please call us at 972-721-7788. BOGEY is a big ole’ brown and black shepherd mix! He is neutered, about 2 years old and was found as a stray. He know a few commands and is very friendly and well behaved. He had heartworms when we found him and we have successfully treated him making him is good as new and ready to move in with a forever family! His treatment was $225.00 so, 4140 Valley View Ln even if you can’t adopt right now, please help us pay for his and other Irving, Texas 75038 neglected shelter animals’ treatment by donating to our Angel Fund at www. dfwhumane.com. 972-721-7788 www.dfwhumane.com OPEN: Tuesday - Saturday 11am-6pm Come adopt a new family member today! If you can’t adopt, please donate! Page 4 July 03, 2010 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler Public artwork reflects local Texas history By Doug Harper ving Transit Center is in the heart together to create a passage to a Early Texas Trails / Crossroads of historic Irving. The art project bright future. mosaic tile artwork by artist Rick committee, comprised of local citi- Contributing Officials: Dan Bibby was unveiled at the South zens, chose a theme that reflects the Matkin, DART Board Member; Irving Transit Center on July 3, rich heritage of Irving and could be John Medaille, Irving Mayor Pro- 1990. Yep, that was twenty years a cultural asset to the community. Tem; Bob Power, Irving DART ago and it looks as good today as The artist-commissioned project Board Member. it did then, some say. was planned to become an educa- Artist: Rick Bibby, Dallas, Also, there is a beautiful Irving tional resource that would enhance Texas. Heritage Society Landmark marker Irving’s unique historic signifi- Art Project Committee: Fran that follows the radius of one of the cance in travel and transportation Bonilla, Jim Dunkley, George Ed- building’s support columns that in the beginnings and development win, Pete Fernandez, Mary Higbie, sets the stage for the map beneath of North Texas. Morris Parrish, Harm Schreur. your feet. The marker was designed Just as the early inhabitants Thanks to Jim Dunkley, Ir- by George R. Edwin and historical contributed much to Irving’s heri- ving Trails Historian, Irving High research conducted by Jim Dunk- tage, DART is committed to pro- Spirited Citizen and Boy Scouts ley. viding quality transportation means of America Silver Beaver honoree You can see an artist’s render- now and in the future. DART and for his help in keeping alive these ing of the Peter’s Colony map of the citizens of Irving have joined treasures that are hiding in plain Tile mosaic depicts oxen pulling a cart. 1849 that includes all of Irving sight. and the surrounding area inlaid in the floor. It is another treasure hid- ing in plain sight. Just walk in the Four easy ways to spice things up front door of the transit center and If you like to cook, there’s a vorites from Masterbuilt, a leading know well, expand your horizons really into, try different ways of behold early Irving trails, timbers, pretty good chance you’re doing cooking equipment manufacturer, through reading new cookbooks preparing them. There are plenty prairies, rivers and beautifully more of it now. With the economy that will be available in the fall. and seeking out recipes online; you of different ways you can prepare detailed mosaics of the honorable slowly recovering and families “There’s nothing quite as satisfy- may get ideas on how to expand meat, including frying, broiling and Sam Houston, Bird’s Fort, ox rediscovering the value of gather- ing as sharing your news of the on dishes you already know well. grilling, and a variety of different drawn covered wagons and buffalo ing around the dinner table, more day with family or friends over a For more recipes, cooking tips and spices that go well with each. If you and more. people are skipping restaurants and home-cooked meal. That builds new takes on preparing the foods love preparing turkey or chicken, The text of the original pro- honing their skills as home chefs. real community.” you love, visit masterbuilt.com/ you might want to consider adding gram is precious and I am copying In fact, 84 percent of Ameri- Perhaps you find yourself recipes or check out Masterbuilt a countertop-safe turkey fryer to it here for your enjoyment along cans reported cooking or preparing among those placing more empha- on Facebook. your kitchen, for a different type with the project credits. a meal at least once a week, accord- sis on family dinners and cooking Spice things up, literally. of flavor. “Crossroad … A place of ing to “The Masterbuilt Cooking at home. If so, there are a few easy Expanding your use of spices and Don’t just reheat leftovers, re- gathering and of passage. No- Habits Survey,” a national poll ways to improve your cooking herbs is the easiest way to add fla- think them. If you cook up a whole madic tribes, determined explorers, of U.S. consumers conducted in chops, impress your family and vor to dishes. And if you buy spices turkey, consider doing more than colonial visionaries, ambitious March 2010. bring more flavor and variety to and herbs in bulk, as opposed to putting the rest in the fridge only entrepreneurs each making a mark “It’s clear that people are re- your table. prepackaged containers, they are to be reheated later. Instead, find on history still visible today. The turning to the family dining table. “When you entertain, you usually fresher and less expensive. a recipe for a salad or pasta that South Irving Transit Center cel- When you think about it, it’s the want variety. You want to increase You may find that certain spices go features that type of meat for the ebrates this rich heritage of gather- original social network,” said John the number of ways food can be well with just about anything you next night. ing and passage, and continues as a McLemore, author of “Dadgum, enjoyed, whether it’s meat, seafood cook. Fresh herbs like garlic can Sometimes all it takes to make crossroad of the future.” That’s Good!,” a cookbook of or vegetables. The best kind of add a ton of flavor and won’t add a recipe go from good to great is The location of the South Ir- Southern recipes and family fa- meal is one that has a little bit of much extra preparation time. adding a sauce. everything,” said McLemore. If you have foods that you are Courtesy of ARAcontent.

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Call to 214-675-6493 115 Coppell, TX 75019 TOWN CENTRE NORTH ADDITION AND LOCATED AT 3501 nology. Participants also enjoyed experiencing HORSE PROPERTY to discuss your future. NORTH BELT LINE ROAD, MORE FULLY AND COMPLETELY college campus life and went on a variety of field 2/1 house & 1/1 cottage- great DESCRIBED IN THE BODY OF THIS ORDINANCE; ORDERING for home office! Three stall trips around North Texas designed to encourage A CHANGE IN THE USE OF SAID PROPERTY FROM C-N their continued study of science, technology, en- LEGAL NOTICE barn & three large corrals. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT USE UNDER Water and lawn care incl. ORDINANCE NO. 1144, AS AMENDED TO S-P-1 SITE PLAN gineering and math. PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT USE FOR C-N AND OUTDOOR SEATING USES “ExxonMobil supports programs such as the and CALL 214.675.9445 UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 1144, AND ACCORDING TO REQUEST for PUBLIC COMMENT Texas Governor’s School in order to find positive, THE SITE PLAN ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART ALL CITIZENS, AGENCIES, AND INTERESTED hands-on activities to reinforce the importance of HEREOF; PROVIDING FOR SPECIAL CONDITIONS AND PARTIES Rustic home on large, scenic careers in science, technology, engineering and lot available at 1616 W. 7th St. REGU­LATIONS RELATIVE TO LAND USE; CORRECTING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP ATTACHED TO ORDINANCE mathematics,” said Truman Bell, senior program Regarding an amendment to the City of Irving, Texas Split bedrooms, large sun- NO. 1144; PRESERVING ALL OTHER PORTIONS OF THE 2009-2014 Consolidated Plan room overlooking a large back officer for education at ExxonMobil. “The three ZONING ORDINANCE; DETERMINING THAT THE CHANGE weeks these students spend at camp can have a yard. Roof recently added. 3 IS IN ACCORDANCE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR July 3, 2010 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1819 THE PURPOSE OF PROMOTING THE PUBLIC INTEREST, life-long impact and possibly change the world in CITY of IRVING – Housing and Human Services Department square feet. Must sell as fam- MORALS AND GENERAL WELFARE; PROVIDING THAT THIS which we live.” 825 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, Texas 75060 ORDINANCE DOES NOT REPEAL OTHER PROVISIONS OF 972-721-4800 ily has outgrown this house This summer’s theme, “How Advances in Sci- THE ZONING ORDINANCE EXCEPT IN CASES OF DIRECT E-Mail: [email protected] ence and Technology Affect Our World,” focused CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING A PENALTY. on a wide range of topics in the sciences and their It is the intent of the City of Irving to amend the 2009-2014 impact on society. Students also took courses aimed Consolidated Plan to include an additional priority under the HOUSE & COTTAGE Now, Therefore, Be it Ordained By the City “Non-Housing Community Development Plan” portion in the at improving their writing skills and developing House is 2/1, 2-sink vanity, Council of the City of Irving, Texas: Strategic Plan section. w/d conn., HVAC & gas, lots of college preparation plans. closets/storage, wood floors, Passed And Approved by the City Council of the City of The program was established by the Texas The priority will read: Irving, Texas, this 24t h day of June A.D. 2010. legislature in 2003 and is open to students who have Priority #2: Public Improvements covered breezeway between house and 2-car garage. Cot- completed their sophomore year in high school. Herbert A. Gears, Mayor All interested parties are invited to comment on this amend- tage is 1/1, kitchen, all electric, Applicants are required to submit an application ment at the regular scheduled City Council meeting at 7:00 separate bedroom and bath, ATTEST: Shanae Jennings, TRMC, Acting City Secretary form, provide a letter of recommendation, write a p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 825 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, wood floors. Great for home personal essay and submit school transcripts. Ap- Texas. Comments and questions should be directed to Vicki office or Mom! Water and lawn APPROVED AS TO FORM: Ebner, HHS Manager via email at [email protected] or plicants are processed through the 20 Educational care included in rent! CALL Charles R. Anderson City Attorney 972-721-4800. 214.675.9445 Service Centers in Texas. The Irving Rambler 972-870-1992 July 03, 2010 Page 5 DART, DCTA and The T Masonic lodge elects new officers partner for promotion Stressing the need to de- private employers, nonprofit or- velop regional solutions to the ganizations and public agencies, challenge of air quality, Dallas as well as federal government Area Rapid Transit (DART), the agencies, to pay up to $2,760 Denton County Transportation annually in transportation fares Authority (DCTA) and the Fort for employees. Employees re- Worth Transportation Author- ceive the benefit tax-free and ity (The T) are joining forces employers get a full tax deduc- through the May to September tion. Employers also do not pay ozone season to promote the payroll taxes or other costs on Employer Transit Benefits pro- the amount provided. grams. In addition to the core The Texas Commission on tool of increased transit use, Environmental Quality (TCEQ) other approaches include van states that on-road motor ve- and carpools. hicles are the greatest contribu- Employer Transit Benefits tors to ground-level ozone, a programs help reduce pollutants pollutant often found in North Irving Masonic Lodge #1218 installed their new officers for the 2010-2011 Ma- such as ozone while benefit- Texas air during the heated sonic year on Saturday June 26 at he Irving Masonic Lodge located at 132 ing employers and employees, summer months. The organiza- E. 2nd st, Irving Texas. Pic- according to the North Texas tion recently ranked the DFW tured are Front row left to Clean Air Coalition. In addition region among the top four for right are :Mike Woolsey Two Rotary Clubs merge to lower commute stress and ex- the highest eight-hour ozone Treasurer, Bill Adra Senior pense, the programs also allow concentrations. Deacon, Mike Shrum Wor- shipful Master,John Thal- and select officers acker Senior Deacon, John Samuel Senior Steward, Dean The Irving Rotary Club and the The new Irving-Las Colinas Rotary Auxiliary installs officers Alexander Secretary, Back Row Irving-Las Colinas Rotary Clubs Club will meet at noon on Thurs- The Ladies Auxiliary to The Irving Linda Chouffet a long time member left to right are Vetis Davis Mas- merged to form one club as of July days at the Las Colinas Country Knights of Columbus installed their of this organization. The evening ter of Ceremonies, David Gisler 1. Club. officers for the coming year on was marked by paying honors to Junior Deacon, Butch Mur- The members of both clubs Officers have been selected for June 14. Patricia Rodriguez was deceased members of the order den Chaplain Carol Roberts believe this merger will make for the merged Irving-Las Colinas Ro- reelected for the up-coming term. and capped off with awards and a Junior Steward and Tony a stronger Rotary Club that can tary Club. Patrick McCowen will She is shown here presenting the covered dish dinner. Head Tiler. better serve the Irving community. serve as president, Rene Castilla top award for Woman of the Year to is president elect, Robert Nelson, Jr. is secretary, Randy Hubbard is treasurer, Bob Bourgeous is Healthcare Foundation club administration, Bill Correa is membership, Neil Dugger is pub- lic relations, Doug Fox is service, elects new officers Don Jensen is Rotary foundation, Provided by Amanda McDonald of Irving Healthcare Foundation and Chris Carathers is sergeant-at- Irving Healthcare Foundation’s (IHF) is to make people healthier arms. Board of Directors unanimously by awarding funds raised and by For more information, please elected community volunteer W.T. encouraging volunteer service to contact Neil Dugger at ndugger@ “Tom” Trotter as Chairman of the healthcare charities in Irving. irvingisd.net. Board at the agency’s annual meet- ing in late May. Trotter will begin Residential & Commercial Real Estate his two year term on July 1. Other volunteers from Irving Buying, Selling or Relocating call... elected to office were Matthew Boyle, vice-chair; Lane Atkins, BILL WREN secretary; Susie Fan, treasurer; Broker/Associate Clem Lear, immediate past chair; Serving Irving since 1966 Jan Boyce, nominating and board development chair; and Harry (469) 951-1435 Group picture (Officers Elect) Pat Rodriguez, Andrea Rodriguez, Weaver, audit committee chair. (972) 601-7841 Dorothy Wright,Linda Chouffet, Nikki Azcona, and Angie Munoz. Founded in 1977, the mission Each office is independently owned and operated. Knights elect officers CLUBS The Irving Council of the as Deputy Grand Knight also a Buttons & Bows Irving Noonday Lions Yellow Rose AMBUCS Knights of Columbus 5243 in- long time member of the council. Square & Round Dance Club 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wednesday at Noon Wednesday’s at 6:00pm stalled their newly elected Grand Becerra is shown on the left. Also 1st & 3rd Saturdays at 8:00 pm New Panda Café IHOP Restaurant- Beltline Rd. Knight and other officers on June recently appointed as Financial Senter Park East West Hwy 183 at Story 1801 N. Beltline Rd. 22 at their council hall. Albert Secretary is Renee Rodriguez who 228 Chamberlain Irving Sunrise Rotary Becerra will serve this council for has served the council in many VFW Post 2494 IRVING Circle 1 - Square & Round Dance Thursday at 7 am the fiscal year 2010,2011 as he has positions for a number of years. Post Meeting – 1st Thursday at 7pm Las Colinas Country Club served as Deputy Grand Knight Administering the charge for Club Ladies’ Auxiliary -1st & 3rd Wed at 7pm 2nd & 4th Fridays at 8pm 4400 N. O”Connor Rd. and led the General program com- the Knights : Phil Apgar, District Men’s Auxiliary – 4th Wed at 7pm Senter Park East Junior Girls – 2nd Sunday at 12:30pm mittees for the past two years. He Deputy, And the 4th degree honor 228 Chamberlain Las Colinas Rotary will be assisted by Chris Chouffet guard (JFKennedy Assembly led 3375 Belt Line Rd Noon, Tuesdays Just South of Shady Grove by Degree Captain Tom Watters. Evening Lions Club La CIMA Club 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00pm 5215 N O Connor Blvd Community Christian Church Widowed Persons Service 2301 Texas Drive Saturday Singles Lunch Bunch Saturday Morning 8:30am 1st & 3rd Saturdays IHOP Restaurant-Beltline Irving AMBUCS 972-254-3525 1801 N. Beltline Rd. Thursday at 11:30am New Panda Cafe TOPS TX #58, Irving West Hwy 183 service rd. Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Dwelling Place Irving Garden & Arts 1126 Hilltop Drive 2nd Thursday, 10am Next meeting March 11th Irving Garden & Arts Building Organizations are required to re-submit their information on a 906 S. Senter 972.445.0049 monthly basis to insure that the Irving Rambler will have accurate infor- mation. Irving Shrine Club Listings are limited to the Organization’s name, meeting location and 2nd Thursday at 6:30pm time. If an organization wishes to have more information than the free IHOP Restaurant- Beltline Rd. listing offers, we will continue to offer other advertising opportunities. Albert Becerra, Chris Chouffet 1801 N. Beltline Rd. Page 6 July 03, 2010 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler Six breakthrough ways to ignite your family’s creative side By Mary Beth Maziarz 1. Put the kids in charge. A couple said that a couple should never get By letting them express themselves cares! By stoking your courage and It’s been weeks since the kids of parents grew weary of their teen- married until they wallpaper a room and customize their spaces, you’ll taking some chances, you and your got out of school, yet the idealistic age daughters’ incessant Instant together. She’s got an excellent point. get to see them have fun and you’ll family will reap the rewards of your scenes of summer you imagined are Messaging on the computer, so they When inexperienced people work on get a glimpse of what’s going on in risk-taking. nowhere to be seen. Between the var- gave them something more exciting a complex task together, we choose their ever-more-private minds. (Do Takeaway: Become a brave ious enticing digital screens, catching to do: planning a family vacation. between two revealing paths: 1) al- provide appropriate paints for them creative model for your children. If up on the lawn and house projects, Instead of reacting to a stream of lowing our individual frustrations if you feel Kilz won’t do the trick you’ve been curious about taking an and the usual outdoor activities, 8th and 10th grade banter, the girls and irritation to affect each other and down the road.) acting class, trying plein-art paint- there’s lots of individual “playing” were soon sorting out travel routes, the task, or 2) learning together from ing, or taking up tap dancing, make sometimes even in the same space, choosing historical and tourist spots our mistakes and breakthroughs in 4. Have fun with media together. the leap and begin. Your kids will but where’s the bonding? to visit, and discerning the best ho- order to complete our goal success- Many kids today are incredibly savvy be watching you as you find your Try getting creative. What if tel values for their budget. Was it a fully. Big projects require patience, with media. Why not use their exper- way from uncertainty to confidence. summer became a time to leap into risk? Were there occasional glitches? planning, and listening to each other; tise to put more creative punch into Ignite some summer excitement and new territory, creative territory, to- Sure! But it was an amazing trip that when family members feel heard, family videos or photos? Convert personal growth for yourself and it’ll gether? You might discover things they’ll all never forget, and the girls they become more flexible and will- old family films onto digital video be infectious your creative courage you didn’t know about each other, learned useful life skills while hav- ing to share the workload. (there are devices and in-store ser- will resonate throughout your fam- rekindle individual passions, and ing a blast. Takeaway: Big family projects vices that do this) and have your kids ily. unearth hidden talents. No matter Takeaway: Mopey, tech-depen- like building a tree house or fire pit, help with captions and soundtrack what the range of ages or skill lev- dent teenagers come alive under the for instance create opportunities for music. (Pssst! They might actually 6. Chronicle by mashing up classical els, there are creative activities you influence of power. Give your teens delegation, decision-making, and learn a little about family history in arts with real life. There was a great can do together that will bring your a primary role in planning a family shared creativity. Working through the process, too, but they don’t need Vogue article a few years ago about family closer, help you each grow outing or vacation, and you’ll create elements of design, cost, tasks, and to be aware of that.) Perhaps you’d a society woman who had her classic and learn, and resonate with happy a deeper sense of trust, loosen their cleanup together as a family allows like to scan family photographs portrait painted while wearing her memories far after the warm glow death-grip on social media, and see each member to contribute and share into a computer and arrange them workout clothes. She made the un- of this summer has passed. them build new skills while having a sense of ownership and responsibil- into print-on-demand photo books, usual choice because she had recently Try some of the following ideas a great time. ity for the finished product. perhaps ordering a few extra copies found fitness and that was the way for infusing your family rhythms as presents for faraway family mem- she dressed most days. Something with more creativity and adventure: 2. Go out on a limb: build some- 3. Get messy with some art. If a child bers. Make your own movie; with bold and wonderful occurs when thing together. A wise woman once writes on the walls, you should put some imagination, a digital video there’s authenticity in art. When Catering Service frames around the scribbles and call camera, some walkie talkies, and a you truly tell (and show) it like it is, them “art.” A fun idea, but if you’ve home computer for editing. there’s a cool shift from a plea for an ever had a toddler, you might won- Takeaway: Allow yourself to idealized what might be someday to a der if there’s be any unframed wall start seeing that backlog of family statement full of the richness of what space left. For the sake of health and photos and video as memories you’re is. As a side bonus, authenticity is “Authentic Flavor of Mexico” 10% off sanity, of course it’s important keep excited to experience and remember also tremendously entertaining. with Coupon up with the messes that come along (instead of a huge mound of media Takeway: Keep a log of some- with family life, but sometimes the to be sorted). By making it a family thing seemingly mundane in your OPEN DAILY - 7am Breakfast desire (or compulsion) to have clean, project, members will fill the gaps in family’s life. Take a picture of your clear spaces can inhibit opportunities each others’ memories and resuscitate dinners each night (shots before 508 N. O’Connor Rd. Phone: 972-254-2666 for expression and whimsy. Create a old stories, while helping to preserve and after are fun), record the best Irving, TX 75061 Fax: 972-259-7483 space in your home or yard where them for future generations. and worst moments of each family family members can get dirty/messy/ member’s day before bed, or sketch crafty without having to meticulously 5. Take a risk. Oh, sorry, let’s clarify: the garden as it looks each Sunday. clean up at the end of each session. Everybody take a risk. Danskin holds Get a roll of paper and some tempera Takeaway: For more fun this a series of sprint triathlons for women paints and have the whole family do summer, release the need for all each summer with the motto, “When a portrait of the family pet, a young perfection, all the time. Define a was the last time you did something child’s favorite blanket or stuffed craft zone or art yard space where for the first time?” How would you animal, or one another. Be honest creative arts and crafts projects like to respond to that question? and light-hearted as you chronicle can be embraced without concern Your kids are constantly on new ter- your life in different, unique ways. about making a mess. It’ll help the rain. It’s natural for kids to try new Summer’s here. The time is now emerging artists feel more at ease things in the summer; camps and to bring your family’s creative juices as they try new media, and will al- clinics abound with hosts of activities to the surface. When we play and low those more sensitive to clutter they’ve never experienced. (Archery, create things together, we bond and or disarray to relax too. Teenagers pottery, horseback riding alright…! grow together. especially respond to freedom in Why not!) Adults, however, tend Mary Beth Maziarz is a creative their bedrooms. If they want to paint to narrow their range of activities, workshop facilitator, and the author poetry or anime figures on the walls, choosing to stay within the safe zones of “Kick-Ass Creativity: An Energy does it really matter in the long run? of the familiar and comfortable. What Makeover for Artists, Explorers, and WORSHIP is there to lose? A little pride? Who Creative Professionals.” Bible Church Presbyterian USA United Methodist Woodhaven Presbyterian First United Living Word Global Church 1917 Rindie St., Irving, 75060 Church Methodist Church 3650 North O'Connor Road 211 W. Third, Irving 75060-in the Down- 972-259-2181 Irving, Texas 75062 town/Historic District Sunday10:30am Wed7:00 pm www.woodhavenpres.org Sunday 10:30 am Worship Center Presbyterian USA Rev. Michael L. Thompson No evening services for July 4th holiday Sunday School 9:00am FUMC-where generations worship, pray St. Stephen’s & play together Sunday Worship Service 10:30am Presbyterian Church VBS registration on website for K-6th. 972.541.0747 1621 W. Grauwyler Road, Irving, 972.253.3531 Preschool & Parents Day Out 75061 www.fumcirving.org Tues. & Thurs. 9:00am- 2:00pm 972-259-8744 “In this was manifested the love of Kirkwood United email: secretary@ststephenspres. God toward us, because that God Methodist Church com 2232 W. 5th, Irving, TX 75060 website: www.ststephensirving.org sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him.” 972-254-4191 Sunday Worship 10:50 a.m. Servicio de Inspiracion 9:00a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. 1John 4:9 Worship Service 10:45a.m. www.kirkwoodumcirving.org Northgate United Methodist Church Hope Fellowship 3700 W. Northgate, Irving, TX 75062 (972)-252-8519 A Friendly Biker Church Easter Sunrise 6:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. At the Pigeon Hole 214-432-1599 Worship Services 8:15 and 10:45 132 W. Irving Blvd www.northgateumc.info Irving, TX 75060 Oak Haven Services United Methodist Church Saturday 6:oopm 1600 N. Irving Heights 75061 Pastor Dennis King 972.438.1431 Leader of the Pack Sunday 8:45am & 10:45am www.oakhavenumc.org Sunday School 9:45 a.m. www.hopeirving.org Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. The Irving Rambler 972-870-1992 July 03, 2010 Page 7 Demand continues to climb for food bank services Continued from page 1 should be receiving the product in will be glad when it gets here. continue donating,” she said. are waiting on the shipping of the States during the past 10 years. the next few weeks.” “The implosion promotion “The North Texas Food Bank donation from the plant. They need We are also in year 2 of a 3-year Even though Irving Cares’ was all about Cheddar Explosion, is one of our main suppliers. Their to lineup and coordinate a shipping commitment to Feeding America to food pantry is running low, Ted- and it was to introduce Kraft’s new donations are also down. schedule. As soon as they can do provide up to 25 mobile pantries to die Story, the agency’s executive macaroni and cheese product. If the “The food from Kraft would be that, the donation will be here. As local food banks across the coun- director, indicated they are waiting product we receive is all macaroni a blessing to The Salvation Army. soon as we can lock down a date, try. patiently for the promised food. and cheese, that is okay. Kraft does That food would take us a long way. we will let folks know. If you would like to donate to “We have a very large deficit a ton of different products. If we It would help us to help families in “This food probably couldn’t Irving Cares’ food pantry, dona- of food,” Ms. Story said. “In the had a chance to say what we would need of adequate food. come at a better time as the food tions are accepted at 440 South last fiscal year, requests for services like to receive, what we are really “If all the Kraft product were banks are struggling through the Nursery Road, Suite 101, Monday were up 31 percent; support and do- coveting is fresh cheese, because to come at once, we do have a place summer.” through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to nated food were down 15 percent. we never have it.” to store the food, and we do have a Shipment delays aside, Kraft 3:00 p.m., or contact Leigh Eitson That is a 46 percent change for the Despite having a much smaller pantry that needs to be filled.” Foods stresses their commitment at 972-721-9181 ext. 209. worse. food pantry, The Salvation Army is The Irving Convention and to helping end hunger. If you would like to donate to “Last year we spent $164,000 facing similar challenges. Visitors Bureau (ICVB) has worked “I can also share and reinforce The Salvation Army’s food pantry, on groceries that were not donated. “At this time, the food pantry with Kraft Foods since before they that Kraft Foods has made a stand donations are accepted at 250 E. That is a 74 percent increase over is low and donations are down,” became sponsors of the Texas Sta- when it comes to fighting hunger Grauwyler Rd., Monday through the previous year’s spending. said Jacquelyn Bridges-Radford, dium implosion. and promoting healthy lifestyles,” Friday from 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 “In total we served 37,000 peo- The Salvation Army Irving’s lead “It is my understanding, the Ms. Hodel said. “Kraft Foods and p.m., or contact Jacquelyn Bridges- ple, which equates to 18 percent of caseworker. “The number of re- order for the in kind donation has the Kraft Foods Foundation have Radford at 972-721-9503. Irving’s population. Overall, 46.9 quests for help are up, because been processed,” said Maura Gast, actually provided more than 1 bil- percent of the clients seen at Irving children are out of school. Food ICVB’s executive director. “They lion servings of food in the United Cares were children. The average Stamps don’t go as far as they once family served by Irving Cares has did. The price of food has gone up, an income of about $36,000, and is but Food Stamp allotments didn’t generally one mom with two kids. go up. These are working poor families “Most of the people who who are getting by. They are okay request assistance from the food until something extra happens, like pantry are either employed, or they they can’t buy groceries this week, are currently on disability. We’ve because their kid had to go to the seen a lot of people who work doctor, or their car broke down.” whose hours have been reduced. Changes in government spend- “Our primary clients are single ing and private donations are hurt- adults with children. We also have ing charities. a lot of two parent families. More “We’ve had some really bad single parents are going to food news from a couple of our donors pantries for assistance. who usually give at a higher level. “We average between 50 and One donor, who gave us $76,000 65 families per month. Last year we last year, will not give us anything served between 45 and 50 families this year. We doubt we will receive per month. Last year when we saw any stimulus money this year like a family usually there were three to we did last year. Some of our four people. This year our families government funding is remaining are averaging between six and eight the same, but another type of gov- people. There are more children ernment funding is dropping,” she involved.” said. When financial difficulties “We do not know when the strike individual donors, the food Kraft product is going to be here pantry suffers. Running near empty, Jacquelyn Bridges-Radford stands inside or what it is going to be. We are “Most of the people who do- The Salvation Army Irving’s food pantry. Declining donations crossing our fingers that it is fresh nate to our food pantry are people and increasing demand are depleting the pantry selves. cheese. But who knows. And we who work every day. There are a don’t how much of it is going to lot of working people who at some come at one time. We have had very point in their life an agency has little communication. helped them, and they want to give What’s Happenin’ at the Y “We haven’t really reached out back. to them to find out more about it. “I had a couple of individuals --CALLING ALL YMCA MEMBERS AND PARTICIPANTS: if you have any memorabilia It is probably our fault more. It has who would bring food once a week. of your YMCA experience we are collecting stories and photos for our Reflection event in just kind of taken a back seat. We But they simply cannot afford to October. For Questions call the YMCA and ask for Nikki Burris or Amber Jewett. Family Dining --DAY CAMP: $125 per week, per child. Reduce Lunch rate and Financial Assistance Homestyle Cooking available. REGISTER NOW!!! All You Can Eat Food -- Registration for TEEN SUMMER CAMP: Is available. Call for details. Bar After 5 p.m. Lite-eaters Selection -- AQUATICS: Swim Lesson Sign-up going on now. Some as low as $60. Semi-private and Private classes available. Classes going on NOW

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Provided by Rachel Friedman not every parent is technologically Look for signs of depression need to make sure they can protect ever threatened with harm, contact A year ago, many did not know savvy enough to see what is going and give your kids a hug: Kids themselves and an action plan for your local police. what cyberbullying was. Today, on, it’s important for every parent often feel like something is wrong parents if there is abuse. “We know far more about the parents all over the country are to know how to tell if their children with them when they are being Get their school or law en- causes and devastating results of concerned about it, and want to are victims of cyberbullies, and bullied and they may feel all alone. forcement involved: After the most cyberbullying than we ever did, know what to do to prevent it. Sur- how to prevent it and stop it in its Parents should remind their kids recent trouble in Massachusetts that and it is incumbent upon everyone veys indicate that around half of all tracks.” that bullies largely thrive on the finds school officials being named in a child’s life, parents, friends children are victims of cyberbullies Hoal studied cyberbullying reaction they get from their victims in lawsuits because of the assertion and school officials, to take a role at some point during their time in and talked to parents around the and it’s the bully that has the real that their inaction led to the suicide in halting and preventing cyberbul- school, and 11 percent of children country whose kids have been bul- problem. of 15-year-old Phoebe Prince, lying,” Hoal said. “The Internet is have been bullied in the last 30 lied online. Her tips for parents to Teach your children to “Be parents may find teachers and an integral part of all our lives, and days. The Internet provides a free protect their children and to spot Kind Online”: This is a proactive guidance counselors will be more the benefits for Internet savvy kids and anonymous tool for bullies to signs if a parent suspects their message parents can share with proactive in halting or preventing are boundless, but there can be a heap on the abuse. child may be a victim of bullying their children. It’s an important first the bullying of their students. Many very concerning dark side to our “Our kids’ online lives can include: step towards educating children bullies are victims themselves, children’s online interactions. We sometimes be a mystery to par- Check for withdrawn behav- about the way they should treat sometimes suffering from problems need to eliminate those pressures so ents,” said Mary Kay Hoal, COO of ior: The American Academy of others online. at home. When the school gets our children can reap the benefits Yoursphere.com. “Whether it’s be- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Give your kids tools to protect involved, it is more likely that the of living in a world made smaller cause they set up multiple profiles suggests that children who are be- themselves: The message shared bully’s parents will become aware by the Internet, and promote an on social networking sites and hide ing bullied will act withdrawn, and with children: “Don’t respond. Tell of the problem and help to resolve Internet culture that focuses on the them from their parents, or because may be reluctant to go to school or Your Mom. Make a copy,” gives the situation positively for all the wonders of the online world, and use the computer. kids exactly the information they students affected. If your child is not its dangers.” OBITUARIES Dr. Ge o r g e Su s a t Cleo Reda Hall and husband Jack officiating. Graveside services Rite Bodies Valley of Dallas, York 11:00AM at Chapel of Roses Dr. George Susat, of Irving, passed Hall of Dallas, and Billie Kay followed at 12:30 PM at Crown Rite, Knights Templar and Chapter Funeral Home. Interment will away Wednesday, June 30, 2010. McWhorter-Tompkins of Irving; Hill Memorial Park in Dallas. & Council. He was preceded in follow at Oak Grove Memorial Funeral services will be held at 10 brother Billy Welborn and wife Arrangements made by Brown’s death by his parents, grandson, Gardens. AM Monday, July 5, 2010 at Oak Nancy of Irving; sister Christine Memorial Funeral Home. Kyle Anthony Edward Gardner, View Baptist Church, 1004 S. Story Gilliland and husband Jack Gilliland and two brothers, Alvin Morris Ja m e s L. Rd. in Irving. Interment will follow of Irving; grandchildren Denise a r j o r y e l a n e y and Beverly W. Morris. He is M K. D Ke n d r i c k at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens. Segovia, Paul Neff, Raymond Neff, Marjory K. Delaney, of Irving, survived by his wife, Edith Morris, James L. Kendrick, Jr. of Irving, The family will receive friends 2-4 Michael McWhorter, and Kimberly passed away on June 15, 2010. son, Robert Morris & wife, Stayce, passed away Wednesday, June 30, PM Sunday at Brown’s Memorial Mathison; great-grand-children, She was born May 26, 1937 in daughter, Brenda Whisenant all 2010. He was born October 13, Funeral Home. Stephanie Wilkerson, David “Cole” Covington, KY. Memorial services of Irving, five grandchildren, one 1950 in Tyler, TX. Funeral services Wilkerson, Kristina Segovia, will be held at 2 PM Saturday, July great grandchild and one sister, will be held at 10 AM Saturday, Lu c i l l e Raymond Dale Neff, Austin Taylor 3, 2010 at St. Stephen’s Presbyterian Erma Mae Johnson of Jacksonville, July 3, 2010 at Brown’s Memorial McWh o r t e r Neff, Cheyenne Mathison, and Church in Irving. Arrangements AR. Funeral services will be held Chapel. Interment will follow at L u c i l l e Autumn Rose McWhorter;great- by Brown’s Memorial Funeral on Saturday, July 03, 2010 at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens. McWhorter, of great-grand-children, Austin Home. Irving, passed Landeros and Tyler Polk and many away June 28, nieces, nephews, and other family Wa n d a Ma x i n e 2010 after a long members. Funeral services were St a l l i n g s Re c o r d and blessed life. held at 10 AM, Thursday, July 1, Wanda Maxine She is survived 2010, at Oak View Baptist Church Stallings Re- by daughters in Irving with Dr. Jim Gerlach cord, age 83, of McKinney, for- merly of Irving for 35 years, died Friday, June 25, 2010. & Cr e m a t i o n Se r v i c e s She was born January 22, 1927 in Altus, OK. Visitation was Monday, June 28. Service was 2:00 p.m., A preferred Tuesday, June 29 at Donnelly’s LifeLegacy provider Colonial Funeral Home Chapel. 606 West Airport Freeway Interment at Oak Grove Memorial 403 South Britain Rd., Gardens in Irving. Irving, Texas 75062 Irving TX 75060 Ha r o l d www.chismsmithfuneralhome.com 972-259-7644 Edw a r d Mo r r i s Harold Edward Morris, 76, passed away on June 30, 2010 in Dallas, TX. He was born on March 22, (972) 579-1313 1934 in Jacksonville, AR. to Ed & Bessie (William) Morris. Harold www.donnellyscolonial.com was a veteran of the US Army serving in the 1st Division Battalion during the Korean Conflict. He was a resident of Irving since 1955, Past Serving Irving families Master of Irving Masonic Lodge #1218 A.F. & A.M., a member since 1963 of Hella Shrine Temple, Scottish

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The Irving Rambler 972-870-1992 July 03, 2010 Page 9 FORD showcases next-generation auto safety technologies and innovations in Irving the world’s first production-ready reached historic lows, Ford is ac- Ford also is pioneering “ac- System (BLIS®) with Cross Traffic Ford Motor Company pro- rear inflatable seat belt. The seat celerating its safety research and tive” crash avoidance technologies, Alert. The system is designed to use vided an inside look at a new belt will debut on the redesigned technology innovations for both including the new Explorer’s next- two multiple-beam radar sensors generation of high-tech safety in- Ford Explorer that goes into pro- crash protection and avoidance,” generation Collision Warning with in each of the rear quarter panels novations designed to help drivers duction later this year. said Sue Cischke, group vice presi- Brake Support technology. to check the blind spot zones for avoid crashes and better protect The U.S. government reports dent of Sustainability, Environment Ford is doubling the number vehicles and warns the driver with vehicle occupants when collisions more than 35,000 fatalities on and Safety Engineering. “Safety is of vehicles in 2010 that will offer a light when one is detected. do occur. American roads each year includ- a top priority for us and a top pri- the radar-enabled system, which is The Cross Traffic Alert fea- Ford’s “Future of Safety” event ing nearly 3,382 in Texas accord- ority for our customers, and that’s designed to warn of a potential rear- ture can help reduce the stress of was held at Ford Credit’s Irving ing to the most recent government why we are providing this unique end collision and help the driver backing out of a crowded spot Specialty Center on June 24. The statistics. opportunity to explore these new brake more aggressively to avoid in a bustling parking lot, or into event included demonstrations of “Even though crash rates have technologies.” or mitigate crash-related damage. street traffic, by warning drivers The system applies a nominal of impending traffic. The feature amount of braking before the driver uses the same BLIS radars when in Local advocates for better applies direct pressure and only reverse to pick up moving objects after the driver abruptly releases within a 65-foot range from either the accelerator pedal in response the left or right side of the vehicle. to the system warning. When cross traffic is approaching, bone health visit Capitol Hill “Many people in our society two warnings are given: an indica- want more safety in many areas tor lights up in the corresponding Jan Killen visited her members for the program which he heads for Texas residents. But it is largely of their lives, whether in vehicles, outside mirror and an audible alert of Congress as part of the National the Veterans Administration. preventable and treatable through a protecting against food contamina- is sounded. Osteoporosis Foundation’s (NOF) “For me it’s been a silent bone healthy lifestyle. NOF’s Best tion or other risks that play out in MyKey, another Ford innova- Strong Voices for Strong Bones disease for 14 years,” Killen said. Bones Forever program targets to today’s 24/7 news environment,” tion, will be offered standard on on Capitol Hill event on June 15. “My doctor ordered DXA scans educate pre-teens. said Sheryl Connelly, manager, about 20 models in 2010 and can NOF brought together patients and and I was diagnosed in 1996. I The National Osteoporo- Ford Global Trend and Futuring. give parents extra peace of mind health professionals from across was put on various medications sis Foundation recommends the “Customers are increasingly look- with top speed and audio volume the country to raise awareness of and regimens yet continue to lose following steps for better bone ing for technologies that can help limits while their teen-age drivers osteoporosis and bone health in bone density. I want to improve health: prevent accidents and protect their are behind the wheel. MyKey’s Congress. my bone health to avoid a nursing Get your daily recommended families on the road. Ford is pro- “no belts-no tunes” feature helps During her visits on Capitol home, causing pain and expense amounts of calcium and vitamin viding innovations in all of these encourage teens to use the No. 1 Hill, Jan Killen represented the to my family and our health care D. areas today.” life-saving device, seat belts, by views of the osteoporosis com- system.” Engage in regular weight-bearing Another Ford radar-enabled muting the audio system if the munity including patients, fam- Osteoporosis is a disease in and muscle strengthening exer- driver awareness system available driver or front passenger don’t ily members, people at risk for it, which an individual’s bones be- cise today is Blind Spot Information buckle up. health professionals and others who come weak and are more likely to Avoid smoking and excessive alco- work with those living with or at break. One in two women age 50 hol consumption. 109 S. Main Street, risk for the disease. She was teamed and older and nearly one in four Talk to your healthcare provider Irving, Tx 75060 with Dr. Ugis Gruntmanis, Associ- men will break a bone because about bone health and find out if ate Professor of Endocrinology, of osteoporosis in their lifetimes. you are at risk for osteoporosis. 972-259-1123 UT Southwestern Medical School, There are 44 million Americans For more information on os- BUFFET LUNCH AND SALAD BAR presenting the need for additional living with or at risk for osteopo- teoporosis and bone health, contact HOMEMADE SOUPS research and treatments, including rosis, more than 3 million being NOF online at www.nof.org or by In the Bistro - phone at 800-223-9994. Monday thru Friday 11 am – 2 pm Pricing from $6.95 - $9.95 For coupons visit www.gloryhousecatering.com

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I actually think it is safe By Matt Mungle in a truce of sorts in order to battle essence of the books and characters As I stated in my review of all for those even a tad younger. Apart Title: Eclipse against an out of control army of and transmit it to the big screen. But I of the Twilight films; this is not made from the scary nature of vampires and Rated: PG-13 young vampires. Edward and Jacob am beginning to wonder if it just isn’t for me. It is made for the tweens who werewolves it is tame in content. It We have all heard the saying, must put their loathing for each other a strong enough script. Stories like will pay good money to stare into the has little or no offensive language “There is nothing new under the aside in order to keep Bella safe; all these may only work in print form. dark, cold face of Edward regard- plus the very strong theme of sexual sun.” Sadly it seems the same can be the while trying to find out who is Though Eclipse was a better over all less of what comes rolling out of his purity is rare these days and you said for the moon as well. In the third behind this new army of neck biters. package in terms of content this ver- mouth. It is also for fans of the book have to commend Stephenie Meyer installment of The Twilight Saga I This edition also has Bella and Eddy- sion lacked the visual elements that who are ok with having their idea of (author) for taking that high road. hoped for something I could sink my poo defining their relationship and the second one had. It simply loss the the characters manipulated into 120 Bottom line is if you haven’t seen teeth into. But alas it was just more what that will mean for them both in cinematography and visual fluidness minutes. I get that. But great films the first two, don’t start now. If you moping and sulking from Edward, the long run. If of course Bella can that made New Moon at least visu- such as Star Trek, Harry Potter, and have then I can assure you that you wishy-washy fence hopping from fight her unadmitted love for Jacob. ally appealing. What I liked about Lord of the Rings proved that you will find this one to be basically the Bella, and Jacob without his shirt This is the third film in the series this one was the tension and banter can make a movie that works on same. Take that as you will. Person- between Jacob and Edward. These every level for fans and non fans ally I give it 2.5 out of 5 red contact two life long enemies enjoy verbally alike. Twilight can’t seem to make lenses. jousting with each other and this that magic happen. Review copyright 2010 does add some funny moments. This The Twilight Saga: Eclipse is Mungleshow Productions. The Irving Rambler 972-870-1992 July 03, 2010 Page 11 Mungles Visually amazing Airbender lacks depth in other areas machines. They obviously want to unique and easy to follow. They set graphic, but filmed in a way that Shyamalan and one that has enough capture Aang and keep him from his it up well and feed you information softens the blow. There is no crude solid elements to keep it from failing on Movies destiny. Aang must rely on the help throughout, so that you are able to language or anything offensive in completely. By Matt Mungle of other Benders in order to complete understand the plot without having the dialogue. The only issue some Review copyright 2010 Title: The Last Airbender his training and journey. seen the animated version. I think parents may have is in the theme of Mungleshow Productions. M. Night Shyamalan tries to win The live action film follows most young people will like Aang’s reincarnation and the spirit world. Used by Permission. back fans with The Last Airbender, a closely to the animated TV show. character and want to see him suc- But I think that the overall message Matt is a member of the North Texas new film based on the Nickelodeon They take very few liberties, and this ceed. There are plenty of well crafted of following your destiny and help- Film Critics Association (NTFCA) animated TV series, Avatar. Though should set well with the loyal fans. martial art scenes, and though not ing those around you far exceeds and hosts the weekly syndicated visually stunning and at times men- For those non fans over the age of 16 expertly delivered, they at least cho- anything negative. Indie Rock Radio Show Spin 180. tally engaging, there are a few it might be a harder sell. Though the reographed in a way that works in the I give it 3 out of 5 neon tattoos. Plus with his wife Cindy they do a elements that keep this from being film is visually amazing, it lacks the setting. Not a great film, and certainly one weekly radio feature, The Mungles monumental. Granted a huge step acting depth and direction that would The Last Airbender is safe for geared toward the younger movie on Movies. For additional reviews above his last few endeavors, this one cross it over into the blockbuster those 10 and up. The violence is not goers. Still it is a step forward for and interview clips visit www.mun- at least shows that M. Night is trying category. gleshow.com. to make something worthwhile. Aang’s journey takes him across Opinions expressed in any com- The story follows Aang, a young many lands and each one is lavishly Album raises funds for wounded mentary are those of the writer, and boy who discovers he is the Avatar created. This helps you engage more not necessarily those of The Irving With the support of The Kroger their families to be together during come to bring peace to the four na- and keeps it interesting. It is only Rambler, the publisher, editor, or any Co., a portion of profits from the the long road to recovery.” tions; Fire, Air, Water and Earth. The when the dialogue begins that the staff member. sale of David Joseph’s album “I’m Fire Nation currently controls the spell is broken. Coming Home” will once again be other nations with their power and Luckily it has a story line that is donated to Fisher House™ Founda- tion. Much of Mr. Joseph’s album is written in direct support of military troops and their families. A portion of CD sales will help fund Fisher Houses, comfort homes for injured or ill soldiers on major military bases Don’t just go to the movies GO HOLLYWOOD and VA medical centers. 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The Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber participates in the Business Language Series program of the Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce OWENS CORNING CELEBRATES TWO YEARS INJURY-FREE. Owens Corning, a company which has been in Irving since 1952 and em- ploys more than 200 locally, recently celebrated two years of being injury-free, a notable accomplishment given the heavy machinery and equipment housed at the factory. The City of Irving and the Chamber helped commemorate the accomplishment with an official proclamation presented at a company cookout. Owens Corning, a manufacturer of insulation, roofing, basement finishing, cul- tured stone and acoustic systems for building and remodeling, plans to continue the streak of safe operations, setting a company record in 2011.

Councilman Roy Santoscoy reads a proclamation to workers at Owens Corning’s facility in South Irving celebrating their safety record.