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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, October 29, 2020 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 45, No. 40 Time to set clock back South Belters are reminded to set their Voters may vote at any Harris County site clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, as daylight saving time is ending for the year. The 2020 general election is set to take place ty Precinct 2 constable, sheriff and railroad com- The race for the position of Harris County Pre- may now cast their ballot at any polling location. Daylight saving time in 2021 will begin at 2 Tuesday, Nov. 3, with South Belt voters deciding missioner, as well as two Kirkmont MUD board cinct 2 constable is a contest between Democrat The Harris County Clerk’s Offi ce also now has an a.m. Sunday, March 14. who will fi ll many key positions. members. See related questionnaire on Page 8. Jerry Garcia and Republican Daniel Vela. online feature that shows voters the shortest wait In addition to the highly publicized presidential In the U.S. House District 22 race, Republican In the contest for the position of sheriff, it is a times in real time. To view local wait times, visit Dobie Homecoming Oct. 30 race, voters will decide who will fi ll the positions of candidate Troy Nehls will face Democrat Sri Pres- contest between Democratic incumbent Ed Gonza- www.harrisvotes.com/WaitTimes. U.S. House District 22 representative, Harris Coun- ton Kulkarni. lez and Republican Joe Danna. Nearby Election Day polling sites include the The J. Frank Dobie Homecoming will be In the race for railroad commissioner, Demo- following locations: held Friday, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m. at Veterans crat Chrysta Castañeda will face Republican Jim – Beverly Hills Intermediate School, 11111 Memorial Stadium in Pasadena. Wright and Green Party member Katija Gruene. Beamer Road. The Longhorns will play the Pasadena Taylor, Paul up for re-election In the Kirkmont MUD race, incumbents Jean – A Community of the Servant Savior Presbyte- High School football team. Ann Williams and Lonnie Piquiet are being chal- rian Church, 11303 Hughes Road. The homecoming coronation of king and queen will take place during the half-time cer- lenged by write-in candidate Bonnie Dimicelli, a – Stuchbery Elementary School, 11210 Hughes emonies. (See photo this page.) former MUD board member. This marks the fi rst Road. On Wednesday, Oct. 28, the school spon- time in the group’s history that its election has co- – Frazier Elementary School, 10503 Hughes sored a reverse parade on the school property. incided with a November general election. Tra- Road. ditionally held in May, the MUD’s election was – Beverly Hills Community Center, 10201 COVID numbers decrease postponed this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 Kingspoint Road. At press time Wednesday, Oct. 28, a to- pandemic. – Harris County Scarsdale Annex, 10851 Scars- tal of 67 South Belt residents had been con- Residents should be aware there are several dale Blvd. fi rmed dead from COVID-19, according to new voting sites this year. Harris County voters Continued on Page 3 Harris County offi cials. That number is up three from the previous week. Reporting of deaths related to COVID-19, however, may Public Halloween events still planned be delayed by local offi cials. While the looming threat of COVID-19 has its Trunk-or-Treat event Friday, Oct. 30, from 5 Of the 2,121 confi rmed cases in 77089, forced the closure of many local traditional fall/ to 7 p.m. Masks and social distancing required. 381 remain active, while 1,713 have recov- Halloween events, there are still several activities Candy donations are currently being accepted. ered from the virus. To date, 27 from the ZIP for South Belters to enjoy this year. For additional information, call 281-721-2500. code have died from the disease – up one American Legion Post 490, located at 11702 Kindercare, 12002 Beamer Road, will host its from last week. Highway 3/Old Galveston Road, will host its an- drive-by Trunk-or-Treat event Friday, Oct. 30, In 77075, 481 of the 1,619 confi rmed cases nual Trunk or Treat event Saturday, Oct. 31, from from 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. Parents are asked to pick remain active, while 1,116 have recovered. A 2 to 4 p.m. For additional information, call 281- up children by 6:30 p.m. so the event can start total of 22 from the ZIP code have died –up 481-1179 or email offi cemanager@legion490. promptly at 6:45 p.m. For additional informa- one from last week. com. tion, call 281-481-9309. Of the 1,829 confi rmed cases in 77034, The Parker Williams Branch Library will host Scarsdale Family Health Center, 10851 Scars- 573 remain active, while 1,238 have recov- a virtual costume parade at noon Saturday Oct. dale Blvd. Suite 160, will host its Halloween ered from the disease. To date, 18 residents 31. Drive-thru Friday, Oct. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. For from ZIP code 77034 have died from the dis- The virtual parade will be featured on Face additional information, call 281-824-1480. ease, up one from the previous week. book.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary and Insta Cora’s Cottage Care, 10851 Scarsdale Suite According to Harris County Public Health gram.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary. 700, will host its Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 31, offi cials, the vast majority of the fatalities The Park at Bay Area assisted living center, from 4 to 7 p.m. The event will feature bounce suffered from pre-existing health issues. 5000 Space Center Blvd. in Pasadena, will host Continued on Page 8 Countywide, there are 159,617 total con- fi rmed cases. Of those, 132,133 have recov- ered from the disease, while 25,277 cases Garcia’s precinct cleans a million feet remain active. A total of 2,197 deaths have Since being elected into offi ce, Harris Coun- make a huge difference to reduce the risk of Pre- been reported in Harris County. Shown above at the annual Dennis Paul reception are, left to right, state Rep. Dennis Paul, ty Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia has cinct 2 neighborhoods fl ooding.” Statistics are updated daily and include District 129; Eliza Paul, wife of Dennis Paul; and state Sen. Larry Taylor, District 11. Both made drainage maintenance a major priority. As a comparison, in 2017 Precinct 2 com- numbers from within both the Houston city Dennis and Larry are up for re-election. Photo by Marie Flickinger This past week, he celebrated the completion pleted just over 200,000 linear feet of drainage limits and throughout Harris County. To of 1 million linear feet of ditching in Precinct 2, maintenance. In 2019, Garcia’s fi rst year in of- view an interactive map, visit publichealth. on pace to more than double the average ditching fi ce, the Public Works team completed more than harriscountytx.gov/Resources/2019-Nov normally completed in a year. 500,000 LF of ditching. And this year, despite el-Coronavirus. No charges yet in fatal shooting Former Dobie student Marquis Branch was been fi led, as it may have been in self-defense, Roadside ditching and drainage maintenance the pandemic and having one of the busiest hur- killed during an altercation Monday, Oct. 19, in sources familiar with the case said. improves water conveyance to drainage outfalls, ricane seasons on record, the team accomplished Beltway closures planned which helps in the reduction of potential fl ood- the goal of 1 million linear feet two months At least one northbound and one south- the Riverstone Ranch subdivision. Branch had played on the Dobie varsity foot- The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sci- ball team. ing for residents and businesses. Without proper ahead of schedule. bound Beltway 8 frontage road lane will be maintenance, standing water can penetrate and This is an extraordinary accomplishment closed from Vista to SH 225 daily from 8:30 ences ruled the death a homicide, caused by mul- Multiple calls from the Leader to law enforce- tiple gunshot wounds. ment offi cers for additional information did not seep under road surfaces causing deterioration, thanks to a committed team. The geographic ar- a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Sunday, Nov. 8. which in turn, requires more frequent, costly eas of focus for the ditching program included At least one northbound and one south- It is believed the shooter was another former result in additional information at press time. Dobie student, but at press time, no charges had The shooting is an ongoing investigation. road repairs, and neighborhood fl ooding. Many Baytown, Channelview, Crosby, Pasadena, Huff- bound Beltway 8 frontage road lane will be neighborhoods that have not been serviced in man/Atascocita, Aldine and Barrett as well as closed from Vista to SH 225 nightly from years now have clean, excavated ditches. several others. 8:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Sunday, Nov. 8. Fatality by Sagedowne investigated “I am so proud of the Precinct 2 family for this To view footage of the event celebrating the There will be a total closure of the south- Houston police are investigating a fatal crash According to police, the driver of a red Pon- outstanding achievement,” Garcia said. “When millionth foot of linear ditching, visit the Pre- bound Beltway 8 frontage road at SH 225 that took place around 3:20 a.m. Saturday, Oct. tiac Grand Prix was traveling south on the Gulf I tasked our team to clear 1 million linear feet cinct 2 Facebook page at www.facebook.com/har nightly from 8:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Fri- 24, in the 13800 block of the 13800 Gulf Free- Freeway at a high rate of speed heading when of ditches, I frankly thought it might be out of riscountyprecinct2/videos/1032826077159144. day, Oct. 30. way near Sagedowne. the vehicle exited at Scarsdale Boulevard, and reach. Not only have we gotten to a million feet, Garcia encourages the community to visit his The closures are associated with the on- A male victim, 25, was pronounced dead at the driver lost control. we did it two months ahead of schedule. What website and submit service request if they need going project to widen Beltway 8 from two the scene. His identity is pending verifi cation The vehicle struck a curb and then a tree, we’ve accomplished in one year is collectively support with their drainage or for any other is- to four lanes in each direction. by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sci- causing it to split into two pieces and eject both more than had been done in the previous two sues. Residents should visit hcp2.com and click years combined. The hard work of my offi ce will on the red “SERVICE REQUEST” button. Gulf Freeway closures set ences. A female victim, 25, was transported to occupants. The car subsequently caught fi re. At At least one northbound and one south- HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake Hospi- this time, it is unknown which victim was driv- bound frontage road lane on the Gulf Free- tal with serious injuries that are believed to be ing the vehicle. City opens Safe Harbor Court on fines way will be closed from FM 2351/Clear non-life-threatening. The investigation is continuing. Lake City Boulevard to Almeda Genoa Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and offi cials our country, and I want the Safe Harbor Court to Road/South Shaver Street nightly from 7 Multiple charges result from traffic stop from the city’s Municipal Courts Department re- be in the forefront of giving the assistance need- cently announced their plans to open a new Safe ed for our citizens who are struggling with fi nan- p.m. to 5 a.m. through Friday, Oct. 30. A traffi c stop in the 15700 block of the Gulf began to conduct a search of Green, he felt a large Harbor Court to assist citizens who are having cial issues due to this pandemic,” said Judge J. The northbound exit ramp on the Gulf Freeway near Dixie Farm Road/FM 1959 led to bulky package in his crotch area. Deputies at- fi nancial hardships and medical issues due to the Elaine Marshall, director and presiding judge of Freeway at NASA Bypass/ NASA Road 1 multiple charges being fi led early Monday, Oct. tempted to retrieve the unknown item, and Green COVID-19 pandemic. MCD. “I intend to have two designated judges will be closed continuously through 5 a.m. 19. became noncompliant, reaching for his waistband After producing evidence of their inability to for this court and these will be the judges that I Thursday, Dec. 31. According to the Harris County Precinct 8 area. During the struggle, Green began to kick his pay their fi nes and fees, the court will work with will deploy into the various communities to meet At least one lane of the northbound and Constable’s Offi ce, Deputy P. Garcia observed a feet and struck Garcia in the face with his knee each individual to assist with satisfying their with the citizens in their communities where southbound entrance ramp from NASA By- white Chevrolet Malibu at the above address with causing the deputy pain and discomfort. Deputies judgments in an effort to remove or prevent their they can speak freely with the judges about their pass/NASA Road 1 to SH 96 and exit ramp an obstructed temporary plate traveling at 99 mph were fi nally able to remove the item, which was cases from going into a delinquent status, or fur- indigency/inability to pay issues. This will pro- from NASA Bypass/NASA Road 1 to SH 96 in a posted 65 mph zone. Garcia proceeded to fol- found to be a large stack of cash wrapped in rub- ther, into a capias pro fi ne warrant status. vide them an opportunity to see a judge who will will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. low the vehicle to conduct a traffi c stop, at which ber bands totaling $8,040 in U.S. currency. “This is a transitional period for our city and Continued on Page 8 through Thursday, Dec. 31. point the vehicle sped up to 102 mph. Garcia acti- Mitchell proceeded to conduct a search of the Two alternate lanes on the Gulf Freeway vated his emergency lights and conducted a traffi c vehicle and located a handgun under the spare tire frontage road will be closed from NASA stop on the vehicle. cover. A check of the handgun’s serial number Bypass/NASA Road 1 to SH 96/League City While speaking with the 25-year-old male confi rmed it was stolen from Lake Charles, La. Homecoming candidates announced Parkway daily from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. through driver, Garcia detected a strong odor of marijuana The Harris County District Attorney’s offi ce Thursday, Dec. 31. J. Frank Dobie emitting from the vehicle. The driver was asked was contacted and accepted charges of resisting has announced the The northbound connector ramp from the to step out of the vehicle and was detained. Con- arrest and search and possession of a controlled Gulf Freeway to the IH 610 South Loop, homecoming candi- tact was then made with the passenger, who was substance on Javeon Green. Charges of assault on dates for this year’s along with one inside lane, will be closed identifi ed as 19-year-old Javeon Green. Green ad- a public servant and possession of a stolen fi rearm nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Thurs- homecoming event mitted to having a small bag of marijuana on his were declined for an unknown reason. The DA’s which will be held day, Dec. 31. person and was also detained. offi ce also declined to accept a seizure of the U.S. At least two alternate main lanes and this week. From left While detained, Green was observed to have currency located on Green. to right are (front frontage road lanes on the Gulf Freeway will a clinched fi st in an apparent attempt to conceal Green was taken into custody and transported be closed from IH 610 South Loop to Broad row) Jacob Perez, something. Garcia asked Green to open his hand, to the Harris County Joint Processing Center for Abby Duron; (mid- Street nightly from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. through to which he refused. Garcia then attempted to booking. He was later released in lieu of a $100 Thursday, Dec. 31. dle row) Johnathan open Green’s hand, and a white round pill, identi- bond for the resisting arrest and search charge and Baldwin, Clar- The northbound and southbound entrance fi ed as oxycodone, fell to the ground. Green was $1,500 for the possession of controlled substance ramp from IH 610 South Loop to Broad issa Rodriguez; also detained. charge. It was noted that one of the passengers and (back row) Jere- Street and the northbound and southbound Precinct 8 Deputy J. Mitchell arrived on scene Green are convicted felons in Louisiana, while the exit ramp from IH 610 South Loop to Broad miah Ballard and as backup to conduct a more thorough probable third passenger showed to have a history of pos- Jade De Robles. Street will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to cause search of all three occupants. As Mitchell sessing a stolen fi rearm. 3 a.m. through Thursday, Dec. 31. A reverse parade The closures are associated with an ongo- was scheduled for ing construction project to widen the free- HPD investigates pedestrian death Wednesday, Oct. way from three to fi ve lanes in each direc- 28. The homecom- Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pe- dress when he was struck by a maroon GMC Sier- ing football game tion and the frontage roads from two to three destrian crash that took place around 4:10 a.m. ra. lanes in each direction. against Pasadena Thursday, Oct. 22, in the 10600 block of Highway The male driver, 56, immediately stopped, called High School will be Highway 3 traffic alert 3/Old Galveston Road near Beltway 8. police and attempted to administer CPR on the vic- played at the Pasa- At least one northbound and one southbound The identity of the male victim was pending ver- tim. Houston Fire Department paramedics arrived dena Veterans Me- lane on Highway 3/Old Galveston Road will be ifi cation by the Harris County Institute of Forensic and pronounced the victim dead at the scene. morial Stadium at closed from Richey Road to FM 518 daily from Sciences at press time. The driver did not show signs of intoxication 7 p.m. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Saturday, Oct. 31. According to police, the victim was walking and consented to a blood draw. He was subsequent- Photo submitted north in a moving lane of traffi c at the above ad- ly released. The investigation is continuing. Page 2, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 29, 2020 Local library events set In case of storms or adverse weather, refer to library website for details. Runnels makes backpacks for students Bracewell Branch Library Bracewell Branch Library, 9002 Kingspoint, has phone service Mondays, Wednesdays and Deaths Fridays, noon to 7 p.m., at 832-393-2580 for information. Visit the website at https://houstonli Sr. and Katherine Marie brary.org/location/bracewell-neighborhood-library?items_per_page=200#events or for Tony H. Bell Schutz, was born Feb. virtual programs, visit https://houstonlibrary.org/learn-explore/library-events. 13, 1953, in Bay City, Tex- Bracewell HPL To Go curbside service is in operation LeCroy Jr. as, died Oct. 9, 2020. She Contactless Curbside services, known as HPL To Go, is available by appointment grew up in Bay City attend- Mondays, noon to 7 p.m.; Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturdays, 10 ing Cherry Elementary, Bay a.m. to 4 p.m. Customers walking or riding a bike may also pick up reserved materials. City Junior High and Bay For questions, call circulation at 832-393-2222. All overdue fi nes/fees will be waived City High School. through Jan. 1, 2021. To use HPL To Go: After graduation Rhonda 1. Place a hold through the online catalog or by phone. moved to Houston where she 2. Receive email or phone call of notifi cation prior to scheduling a time for pickup. worked at AstroWorld, the 3. Upon arrival, park and stay in the vehicle and call to notify staff of arrival. Houston Chronicle, Stewart 4. Have MY Link card number and PIN ready. Title and, eventually, Moore Book drop Elementary where her chil- The book drop is open. Library materials can be returned with no overdue fees. The dren attended school. library continues to provide online resources so the public can enjoy the library at home. In 1972 she married her Large items such as FLIP kits or laptops should not be placed in the book drop. Keep high school sweetheart Da- those items until further notice. vid Sutton Jr. Additional resources They moved to Gillette, The Houston Public Library has electronic resources, books, audiobooks, databases Wyo., where their daugh- for research, tutoring, language learning, education and parent information for Texas res- ter Allison Renee was born. idents with a temporary library card. To get a card, visit the home page at www.houstonli- Tony H. LeCroy Jr., 77, Eventually they made their brary.org under Here’s What’s Happening. Clicking on the middle of three cards, which is died Oct. 21, 2020, at his way back to the Sagemont Free Resources for All, will access the digital resources and a link to obtain a temporary home in the South Belt area. area where daughters Kris- card. Also, under the Here’s What’s Happening link, the fi rst card on the left titled Online He was born Aug. 3, 1943, tina Leah and Jessica Anne Resources for Kids accesses a Virtual Storytime link. This is provided every Monday, in Paducah, Texas, to Toney were born. Wednesday and Friday at 11 a.m. The archived storytimes can be found on Facebook by LeCroy Sr. and Ellen Carpen- She was such a good searching Houston Public Library Virtual Storytimes. Another virtual program is Craft. ter LeCroy. mother and grandmother to Houston Public Library’s many free online resources and digital services remain avail- Tony is survived by his her three daughters and sev- able 24/7 with a MY Link Library Card at www.houstonlibrary.org, including e-books wife of 56 years, Judy LeC- en grandchildren, doting and and e-audiobooks, streaming TV, movie and music services, online classes and tutoring roy; daughters Tracy LeCroy loving on them intensely and databases. Until further notice, only electronic items (i.e. e-books, e-audio books, and Timi LeCroy; son-in-law and was a confi dant to them etc.) are eligible for holds and check-out. HPL has a robust collection of free e-books and Myles Barkman; and grand- all. audio books. Visit the catalog to determine if a previously requested hold selection may Posing with their backpacks are Kamryn Green (left)and Shown above students are standing in line wearing children Shawn Dalton and Rhonda’s love for her be in a digital format. Instructions on downloading the e-book or audio book are also on Aliyah Garcia. backpacks containing their art supplies. Payton Barkman. He is also grandchildren was always the site. survived by his sisters, nieces evident in her unfailing de- ing how to make the bags All due dates for existing borrowed materials will be extended through the closure By Kadey Heidrich fi ve-year-old. T-shirts, so they could easi- and nephews. votion. She took every op- themselves. Students are period. Until further notice, no new late fees and fi nes will be assessed during the clo- Pasadena ISD “I normally keep art sup- ly carry their supplies to her He was preceded in death portunity to spend time with now able to keep all of their sure period, retroactive to March 14, 2020. While the Bracewell Branch Library remains Communications plies in my classroom for stu- classroom. by his son Tony Dale Le- them and loved to shop and art supplies in the backpacks closed, Wi-Fi service is still available by coming to the library standing/sitting within 6 Sasha Runnels, an art dents to share,” said Runnels. “I used to make these back- Croy; parents; and sister Lin- spoil them. and carry them throughout feet of the building. A password is not needed. Go to Settings, then Network and Internet, teacher at Thomas Hancock “Now they have to carry their packs for my sons out of their da LeCroy. She would weep when the school. Wi-Fi and connect to HPL – Public. Elementary, noticed a prob- supplies to my class. For ele- old T-shirts,” said Runnels. “I Tony was a longtime res- leaving them for any length Runnels hopes to share HPL is not accepting book donations at this time. Visit www.houstonlibrary.org to fi nd lem. mentary school students, the knew I had all the supplies to ident of Pasadena. He grad- of time. She also served oth- the instructions for how virtual programs and digital resources including e-books, e-audiobooks, streaming music In order to comply with supplies can be diffi cult to make the backpacks for my uated from Deer Park High ers as a scout mom, PTA to make the T-shirt back- and videos, online learning, online tutoring and more. For more information visit www. new COVID-related safety carry.” students. The only thing that it School in 1961 and retired president, church nursery packs with other art teachers houstonlibrary.org to fi nd out how to chat with a librarian 24/7, or how to send questions guidelines and prevent the After eyeing two boxes of would cost me was my time.” in 2007 from Occidental Pe- volunteer and seamstress, throughout the district. through HPL’s email reference. potential spread of germs, misprinted T-shirts she had When Runnels presented troleum (Oxy Chem) after 39 just to name a few. “We want to do every- Parker Williams Library students at Hancock Ele- been given earlier this year by her students with the T-shirt years. Tony was an ardent tin- Rhonda loved to sew. thing that we can to prevent Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd., is closed to the public. Visit the web- mentary had to carry their her principal, Runnels had an backpacks, they were an in- kerer and could fi x just about She made outfi ts for her them from getting sick,” she site at https://www.hcpl.net/branch/parker-williams-branch-library for updates. art supplies to and from her idea. She decided to make her stant hit, with some children anything. He loved sports and daughters as well as her says. The book drop is open. No late fees will be charged during the library closure. Social class- not an easy task for a students backpacks from the expressing interest in learn- was an avid golfer. He en- grandchildren. Her favorite media links are Facebook.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary and Instagram.com/ParkerWil- joyed family trips and spend- gift to give a new baby was liamsLibrary. ing time with his grandkids. a homemade blanket. She Parker Williams “No-Contact Curbside Holds Pick-Up” At his request, no ser- also loved to make quilts for – After receiving notifi cation that holds are ready for pickup, call 832-927-7870. JFD names colorguards of the week vice will be held. There will family members. Rhonda’s – Have a library card number and PIN handy. be a private burial at Grand gift of organization was re- – A pickup time and instructions will be given. View Memorial Park. Do- fl ected in her life and in the – Upon arriving at the library, follow the instructions given. nations may be made in the events she hosted for others. – Be prepared to show a library card or other form of ID for verifi cation. name of Tony H. LeCroy Jr. She had a meticulous eye for Curbside hours are: Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Sat- to the American Stroke Foun- detail. urday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Visit https://www.hcpl.net/branch/parker-williams-branch-library dation online at american Rhonda is preceded in for details. stroke.org/donate. Memorial death by her sister Cathy Online services tributes may be placed at dig Schutz; and her father Harris County Public Library will continue to offer a wide array of online services: nitymemorial.com. Charles and mother Marie. – Use HCPL Wi-Fi service with HCPL’s Drive-up Wi-Fi. She is survived by her – Download e-books and audiobooks, stream movies, research and learn at www.hcpl. Rhonda Gay husband of 48 years; daugh- net. ters Allison, Kristina and – Attend an HCPL program or story time online through Facebook or YouTube. Schutz Sutton husband John Gunn, Jessi- – Check an account to renew loans or request books, e-Books, comics or graphic nov- ca and husband Ben Blair; els through. and grandchildren Madison – Stream classic fi lms, indie cinema and award-winning documentaries on Kanopy. Gunn, Macie Gunn, Alex – Listen to audiobooks through RBDigital or OverDrive. Gunn, Ethan Blair, Elea- – Read along and play with picture books on TumbleBooks. nor Blair, James Blair and Don’t have an HCPL library card? Instant access can be obtained to all HCPL’s digital Samuel Blair. She is also materials and research tools with an iKnow Digital Access Card. Apply at https://www. survived by brother Frank hcpl.net/services/iknow-card for a HCPL card. For details, visit https://www.hcpl.net. Schutz and wife Tanya as Parker Williams schedule of events this week well as by many in-laws, All month long in October. Virtual Photo Club. Join the photo club with this month’s aunts, uncles, cousins, niec- photo challenge “Spirit Of Halloween,” with a new costume, a pumpkin carving or put- es and nephews. ting up decorations. Participants are encouraged to go close in with their photo shots and The visitation and ser- post them online with the tag #HCPLphotoclub for a chance to be featured on the social vice were held at Sagemont media accounts: Facebook.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary and Instagram.com/ParkerWil- Church with a graveside ser- liamsLibrary. vice at Forest Park Lawn- All month long in October. Virtual Poetry Club. Residents may send poetry to the dale. The family is apprecia- library to be featured on its social media accounts. Send an email to [email protected] Rhonda Gay Schutz tive to all in the community with the subject “Virtual Poetry Club.” These posts will be featured on social media on Sutton, the fi rstborn of who supported them through Saturdays. Charles Franklin Schutz this trying time. All month long in October. Book Club: “Gods of Jade and Shadow,” by Kim Michele Richardson. Join the Parker Williams Book Club and read a different fi ction book month- ly. Contact the branch to reserve a copy. Meetings are the last Thursday at 2 p.m. over Katie Gamez (left) and Julie Gonzales were chosen as for their hard work and dedication throughout the Leader Microsoft Teams. Contact Tanner Adams at [email protected] for more information Dobie Colorguard of the Week. The girls were chosen week. Photo submitted and an invite. Thursday, Oct. 29, 10:30 a.m. Virtual Toddler Time. Join Mr. John (John Harbaugh) obituary policy and Mrs. Celeste (Celeste Plew) virtually for family fun. Parents are encouraged to par- ticipate to facilitate interaction. While this program is designed for 18 months to 4-year- Leader checks out social media Obituaries submitted to the Leader are olds, all children and families are welcome to join virtually. Sign up once with a valid email address online at https://www.hcpl.net/branch/parker-williams-branch-library to By Natalie Abarca driving very slowly and go- a.m. The member waited for easy to rob our neighbor at published free of charge. There must get a weekly invitation. A member of Southbelt/ ing around the cul-de-sacs more than an hour but did not Amanda Meadows they will be a South Belt connection. Thursday, Oct. 29, 2 p.m. Book Club: “Gods of Jade and Shadow,” by Kim Michele Sagemont Crime Alert Face- in the area, looking at all the see any police drive by. The keep coming back. I think we Richardson. Join the Parker Williams Book Club and read a different fi ction book month- book group posted that a sus- homes. The member stated member suggests that the need to start a neighborhood Obituaries are edited to conform to ly. Contact the branch to reserve a copy. Meetings are the last Thursday at 2 p.m. over pect took their truck and went that they fi rst saw her at the community should come to- watch. I don’t know how that Microsoft Teams. Contact Tanner Adams at [email protected] for more information back to get the member’s car, stop sign on Amanda Park gether to do something about works, but whoever is inter- the Leader style. and an invite. but was caught by the police. Lane when the woman made this incident saying, “If it was ested let’s have a talk!” Friday Oct. 30, 1 p.m. Draw with Me. Join Ariel Perez who tries something a little The incident happened a left turn into the cul-de-sac more diffi cult, but still fun and easy to follow. Residents will be needing pens and mark- Thursday, Oct. 22, at 2 a.m. at Amanda Meadows. The ers for these videos which will be featured on Facebook and Instagram. in the area of Southbridge member thought it was a lit- KIRKMONT MUD ELECTION Saturday Oct. 31, Noon, Virtual Costume Parade! Photos of costumes have been sent, and Blackhawk. The mem- tle weird since the member South Belt now it’s time to watch the video which will be featured on Facebook.com/ParkerWil- bers stated that the suspect did not recognize the car, liamsLibrary and Instagram.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary. was young, in his mid-20s. but kept driving home. When Graphics & Printing WRITE-IN CANDIDATE Through Oct. 31. Page Fright: Curbside Trick or Treat and crafts. Join the third annual The post was shared in the member arrived at their Page Fright community event curbside at Parker Williams Library. Due to COVID-19, the other social media groups driveway, they stayed in the One stop for all your printing needs and on other social media car on a phone call, and af- BONNIE DIMICELLI event is week-long with contactless curbside pickup only. Candy and take-home activities • Business Forms • Business Cards will be available for each child. The fi rst 50 people may also receive a free 3d printed pages. ter fi ve minutes, the same pumpkin cookie cutter that was printed on the library’s new 3D printer. Call 832-927- A member of ASHLEY woman came out of another • Custom Letterheads & Envelopes 7870 for details. POINTE SUBDIVISION cul-de-sac at Lock Courtney • Wedding Invitations • Thank You Notes Vote at General Election All month long in November. Virtual Photo Club. Join the photo club with this month’s Facebook group posted about Lane. The member followed • Menus • Directories and much more! photo challenge “Appreciation,” showing what is appreciated in November. Participants are a suspicious vehicle driving the vehicle and called the Nov 3, 2020 encouraged to post online with the tag #HCPLphotoclub for a chance to be featured on the so- around in the neighborhood police and informed them of 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 Treasurer: Joseph Dimicelli @ 10311 Kirkvale Houston, Texas 77089 cial media accounts: Facebook.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary and Instagram.com/ParkerWil Saturday, Oct. 24, at 2:24 her suspicious behavior. The liamsLibrary. a.m. The member was on member then went home and All month long in November. Virtual Poetry Club. Residents may send poetry to the their way home and noticed checked the cameras and no- library to be featured on its social media accounts. Send an email to [email protected] a white woman with glasses ticed that the woman start- with the subject “Virtual Poetry Club.” These posts will be featured on social media on in a black Dodge Dart with ed going around the Court- Saturdays. the license plate mwc688, ney Greens Road since 2:04 Tuesday, Nov. 3, noon. Drawing with Ariel Perez for virtual fun and easy cartoon Church Directory drawings featuring various doodles, numbers and letters. This video will be featured on Facebook.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary and Instagram.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 4:45 p.m. Yoga Story Time, ages 4 – 12. A peaceful time for chil- dren to learn mindfulness through story, song, breathing and light movement virtually on Microsoft Teams with Celeste Plew. Parents in attendance are encouraged to participate. All children and families are welcome to join virtually. Sign up once with a valid email AAttendttend thethe churchchurch ofof youryour choicechoice address at https://www.hcpl.net/branch/parker-williams-branch-library for a weekly invi- tation. Wednesday, Nov. 4, 3:30 p.m., ages 16 and older. Dungeons & Dragons Online. Join ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST Tanner Adams online. No prior experience is required. Contact [email protected] Catholic Church for details. Rev. Douglas J. Guthrie, Pastor New Covenant Call the library at 832-927-7877 for additional information. Fr. Jhon Gallo-Florez, Parochial Vicar 11011 Hall Rd. 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Nursery Available at all Services Thursday, October 29, 2020, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Page 3 Genoa receives donations Hancock names Meador teacher of the month Genoa Elementary received two dona- grade honor roll tions from the com- munity at the begin- ning of the school year. A-Max Auto for 1st 9-weeks Insurance delivered school supply good- Thomas Hancock Ele- Second grade ie bags and Manu- mentary offi cials announced Abigail Gomez, Legrand el Olvera donated the fi rst nine-weeks hon- Mbusa, Sophia Ibarra, Carlina 50 backpacks for or roll for the 2020-2021 Gonzalez, Avery Gilbert, Sky- fi rst-grade students. school year. lar Wilson and Alaina King. These generous do- First grade Ayden Gutierrez, Ke’Mau- nations will help Aaliyah Blanco, Addys- ri Frazier, Aliyah Garcia, Ke- classrooms across on Cooper, Cadence Gatlin, ityn Davis and Lucas Rodri- the school. Scarlett Picazo, Amaya Wil- guez. liams, Giovanni Barron and Third grade Alexa Guerra. Julian Amador, Areeba Shown holding an Esau Perez, Alessandro Subhani and Joan Gonzalez. overfl owing box of Reyna, Zaisley Torrez, Aid- Fourth grade goodie bags given to en Juarez, Stephen Mandrell, Leo Hernandez, Axel Genoa Elementary Santiago Guerrero and Ale- Juarez, Lucas Cruz and Aidan are, left to right, Kar- jandro Castro. Gilbert. en Garza, assistant principal; Tiffany Bennett, principal; Anita Salinas, A-Max Wedding, engagement employee; and Jenni- fer Ventura. policies Photo by Rosalva Gonzalez Wedding writeups must be run in the newspaper, not sub- mitted, in the time outlined: Congratulations are in order for fi rst-grade teacher Anne Hamilton for being nomi- From wedding date to six weeks – photo and full arti- nated as Meador Elementary’s October Reading Teacher of the Month. Hamilton has cle; six weeks to three months – photo and limited infor- earned this award because she has been accepted into the PISD Emerging Leaders of mation; after three months from wedding date – will not Language Arts Academy. She consistently follows district expectations and guidelines be run. for guided reading and works with her small groups daily. Her fi rst-grade students Engagement and wedding announcements are pub- have already earned more than 55 points on Accelerated Reader and her students lished free of charge on a fi rst come, fi rst served basis. have an average of 270 minutes per month on Istation. Meador staff members are Information must be submitted by noon on Friday to be proud of Hamilton for all her hard work. Shown above are, left to right, Beverly considered for the next issue. Bolton, principal; Hamilton; and Kathryn Pachioli, ELA campus coach. Nov. 3 last date to vote in general election Continued from Page 1 To see a complete list of Residents should be such locations, all but one of year. – El Franco Lee Com- polling locations, visit www. aware that not all Election which (NRG Stadium) were The lone drop-off site munity Center, 9500 Hall harrisvotes.com. Day polling sites double as local county clerk annexes. for Harris County, which Road. Voting hours are 7 a.m. to early voting sites. Abbott contends the encompasses nearly 2,000 – Burnett Elementa- 7 p.m. To see a complete list of measure is to combat voter square miles, will be NRG ry School, 11825 Teaneck Early voting early voting locations, visit fraud, but critics accuse the Stadium. Drive. Early voting for the Nov. harrisvotes.org. Early voting governor of trying to sup- All mail-in ballots must – Laura Welch Bush 3 general election will con- hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. press Democratic votes in be dropped off or post- Elementary School, 9100 tinue through Friday, Oct. The east Harris County Ac- metropolitan areas during an marked by 7 p.m. Election Blackhawk Blvd. 30. tivity Center, located at 7340 already contentious election Day. – South Belt Elementa- Record numbers of vot- Spencer Highway in Pasade- ry School, 1801 Riverstone ers have turned out this year, na, will serve as one of six COUPON Ranch Road. with more than 700,000 Har- early voting sites to be open FOUNDATION REPAIR – San Jacinto College ris County residents casting 24 hours on Thursday, Oct. $ South Campus Fine Arts their ballots during just the 29 – a fi rst for the county. 200 OFF OR Center, Building 15, 13735 fi rst week of early voting Drive-thru voting (on jobs $2,500 & up) SEWER REPAIR Beamer. alone. Due to the current Shown above with the donations of backpacks for fi rst- and Manuel Olvera. The school staff, personnel and stu- – Weber Elementary Of particular note is the COVID-19 pandemic, Not valid with any other offer. One coupon per house. grade students are Tiffany Bennett (left), Genoa principal, dents were all very grateful. Photo by Yolanda Aranda School, 11955 Blackhawk high participation rate at the the county will have 11 Blvd. El Franco Lee Community drive-thru early voting sites Center, which is serving as this election, including one FOUNDATION REPAIR an early-voting site for the at NRG Stadium. The clos- Melillo announces honor roll for first nine-weeks fi rst time this year. est site to the South Belt UNDER SLAB SEWER REPAIR Melillo Middle School gela Mena, Joshua Montes, Ethan Tran and Khoa Anh Ford, James Fortson, Kare- Nmezi, Louisa Safor Obah, On the fi rst day of early area is the John Phelps offi cials have announced the Janie Montoya, Douglas Tran. li Garza, Romeo Rehan Gill, Lilly Irene Oliva and Ariel voting, the El Franco Lee Courthouse, 101 S. Richey HOUSE LEVELING fi rst nine-weeks honor roll Moreno, Alizae Munoz and Jesus Valdez, Isaac Ver- Ezequiel Gonzalez, Dezirae Natalie Ortiz. Center had 1,075 residents St. in Pasadena. for the 2020-2021 school Hailey Naughton. din, Minh Vo, Ezekiel West, Hall-Garner, Vivian Vy Kha Nathaniel Padilla, Dakarai cast their ballots. By com- Mail-in ballots year. Ngoc Bao Ngo, Thien An Hyrum Wheeler, Durand Wil- Hang, Dillen Hernandez and Parker, Nevaeh Perez, Jonny parison, the Scarsdale An- In a controversial move Allied Foundations Fifth grade Nguyen, Mark-Jared Olay- liams and Ethyn Ybarra. Jimena Hernandez. Dat Pham, Natahlia Pineda nex, which has served as an earlier this month, Gov. Abigail Aguilar, Alec Al- imika, Heidi Padron, Trace Sixth grade Julian Hernandez, Julius Castro, Cullen Ponder, An- early voting site for sever- Greg Abbott declared that all varez, Angelina Amaya, Isa- Parker, Jacob Perez, Enijah Arlette Aguirre, Deacon Hernandez, Kingston Her- drew Posey and Kendrick al years, had just 162 more counties may have only one 281-479-5247 iah Ambriz, Emily Barrera, Ploucha, Hector Pombo, Ny- Akinloye, Reemas Alazzeh, nandez, Prince Hill, Alexia Ramos. voters with 1,237 residents drop-off site for completed Aja Ai’uyna Breaux, Abigail dia Alicia Proa and Adam Pu- Isabella Allen, Judith An- Hoang, Chelsea Hua, Brian- Olivia Razo, Ana Sophia casting their ballots at the lo- mail-in ballots. Harris Coun- FREE ESTIMATES Brooks, Aileen Castillo and lido. drade, Kaleigh Antoine, Dan- na Huesca, Julian Jimenez Reyes, Julian Ricks, Aubree cation. ty had previously had 12 Diana Chicas Lopez. Earon Ramirez Garivey, iel Blas, Adelle Bongfen and and Taylor Lee Jordan. Rodriguez, Nelson A. Rodri- Konner Cook, Joseph Gabriela Ramirez, Osbaldo Jonathan Bustos. Marina Kostikoglou, Duy guez, Christopher Rubio and Cruz, Trinity Dang, Kayla Ramirez, Alexander Rangel, Daniel Butler, Alyssa Thai Lam, Bryce Lartigue, Madisyn Saenz. De Robles, Emily Espinoza, Shaila Rivera, Alayna Ro- Cabrera, Jasmine Cabre- Anthony Tran Le, Sheyla Yen Julius Elias Salazar, Cathy Andres Franco, Yvette Fran- driguez, Lexi Rodriguez and ra, Thomas Canil, Christian Vi Le, Genesis Leal, Hayden Sanchez, Eduardo Sanchez, co, Alessandra Garza, Gracie Makayla Rodriguez. Carter, Barbara Chapa, Javi- Rose Limas, Leyla Limon Manuel Sanchez, Gisselle Y Giang and Roberto Grana- Mariana Rodriguez, Lil- er Chavez, Jayvian Chavez, and Kayla Rose Lind. Santos, Sophia Sauceda, Al- dos. iana Salazar, Makayla Sala- Yanelli Contreras and Mariah Allyson Marquez, Miah yza Silva and Lauren Soto. Jaylyne Hernandez, Trin- zar, Emiliano Servin, Bella Davis. Rose Martinez, Nevaeh Jayda Stewart, Evan Tay- itee Hines, Rya Hurd, Paola Sherwood, Shai Silva, Darryl Aidan De La Rosa, Mczeal, Madeline Medina, lor, Aiden Robert Teran, Ibarra Torres, Jadyn Jaso, Ca- Smith, Devin Smith and Bri- Charles De La Rosa, Carlos Adlin Mena, Dylan Mohwin- Anne Tran, Samantha Trevi- leb Johnson, Miguel Johnson, anna Soto. Delgado, Stephanie Delgado, kel, Morgan Momie and Evan no, Nina Truong, Suri Valles, Serenity Johnson and Crysta Hendrex-Denn Tagana- Kyleigh Dorsey, Adham Ali Mora. Emmanuel Vasquez, Alex Helena Keim. han, Daniella Tamayo, Sa- Elghawi, Emma Grace Espi- De Yanih Moses, Alena Vouffo, Angelina Kim Vu, Sasha Lewis, Nina Low- vannah Tellez, Sirena Thai, no, Alyssa Espinoza, Delilah Giselle Moya, Cody Nguy- Sidney Walker, Jyllian White, tan, Isaiah Machado, Jayme Danica Titus-Williams, Mar- Evans and Courtlyn Fletcher. en, Hayly Nguyen, Nicho- Rajanae Woods, Jaya Yadav Martinez, Emme Mejia, An- co Torres, Ca Vo Thien Tran, James Flores, Hunter las Nguyen, Ijeoma Claudia and Alexia Zamora. CCISD breaks ground on new school Clear Creek ISD host- because it holds the storied dents, “a place to begin, be- – Cosmetology. Clear View High School ed a community ground- history of our school district long and become.” – Welding, a new dis- is also one of the new- breaking on Oct. 13, 2020, as the former Webster High “I stand here amazed at the trictwide program offering in est campuses in CCISD offi cially commemorating School. tangible, signifi cant and beau- CCISD. to welcome The Lead- the major rebuild of Clear “It is groundbreaking be- tiful investment that our Clear – New multi-purpose er In Me, a whole-school View High School. cause starting in about 15 Creek ISD citizens have made commons area with space for transformation program. New facility ground- months, the new and beauti- for current and future gener- performances, presentations Representatives of pro- breakings are historically ful outer, visible layers of this ations,” said Monica Speaks, and cafeteria service. gram underwriter Houston held at the very fi rst phase campus will match the heart Clear View High School prin- – New stage to serve as a Methodist Clear Lake Hos- of construction. How- and soul of this unique high cipal. “I know with certainty black box performance area, pital were also present and ever, when construction school. Its rebirth will be en- that this display of commit- classroom space or presenta- recognized at the ceremo- fi rst began in May of this joyed by many students in the ment to each child does not tion station to commons. ny. “We can’t wait to see year, the pandemic was at years to come,” Smith said. occur everywhere. We under- – New art courtyard. where this program takes its peak which prevented Clear View High School is stand that this is special and – New centrally located our student leaders in their the district from offi cially a school of choice designed for this we are truly grateful media center. new home,” said Smith. kicking off the project with to serve the academic needs and excited.” – New collaboration spac- Several students were community guests present. of the secondary at-risk stu- The Clear View High es and modern classrooms. on hand at the celebration “I think seeing the steel dent population in CCISD by School rebuild project cost is “I’ve come to know just representing their peers frame of our new school a team of dedicated teachers $45,162,961. Key features in- how beloved Clear View High and signature Clear View rising behind us makes and staff members. Through clude: School is within our commu- programs and clubs: Em- for an even more exciting smaller class sizes, strong – New facilities, including nity,” she said. Speaks recog- ily Hopshire represented moment for everyone who support systems, innovative classrooms and labs, for Ca- nized several special guests The Leader In Me, Ai- had a hand in this import- instruction and unique Career reer and Technical Education in the audience including the sha Lopez-Mendez rep- ant project,” said Dr. Greg and Technical Education pro- programs parent booster club, the Bay resented the Peer Assis- Smith, CCISD superinten- grams which lead to job cer- – Audio/Video Produc- Area Alliance for Youth and tance Leadership (PALs), dent of schools. tifi cations, Clear View High tion. Families, Space Center and Samantha Hollman rep- Smith took time to rec- School is widely known as a – Certifi ed Nursing Assis- Seabrook rotary clubs and resented Interact Club, ognize the CCISD Facil- game changer and to its stu- tant. Difference Makers. Yazmine Perez represent- ity Advisory Committee ed the Cosmetology pro- which was charged with gram and Blake Seeberger identifying and weighing represented the Certifi ed potential bond projects, Nursing Assistant pro- such as the Clear View gram. High School rebuild, that The district also would ultimately be put thanked PBK Architects, to a community vote, and Drymalla Construction approved, during the Bond Company and the City of 2017 referendum. He also Webster for their collabo- thanked the CCISD board rative work and support of of trustees for supporting the major rebuild project. the vision for Clear View It was announced that High School and, fi nally, the original art deco Clear the voters who “agreed View High School main that bringing Clear View entrance will be preserved. High School up to 21st A new exterior wall will Century standards was a be added to protect the need, not a want.” historic structure until a “I believe that the re- future purpose is deter- build of Clear View High mined. School is especially The project is sched- groundbreaking,” he said. uled for completion in De- cember 2021, welcoming “Not just because the orig- Superintendent Dr. Greg Smith gives his remarks at the Oct. 13 groundbreaking of the students through its new inal building itself dates rebuild of Clear View High School with the rudimentary structure of the new high doors in January 2022. back to 1938, and not just school seen in the background. Page 4, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 29, 2020 Meador celebrates Harmonix places in All-Region Trinh wins Summer Dreambox Boss’s Day For Boss’s Day and National Principal’s Month, Meador celebrated the day honor- ing Beverly Bolton, Meador principal, and Amy Clowers, assistant principal, with cupcakes and other special treats. Hands down, they are the best bosses around!

Bailey Harris (left) was selected for Treble Choir as a Soprano 2 and Jillian Evers was selected for Mixed Choir as a Soprano 1 in the All-Region Choir. Harmonix, a local ho- Bailey Harris, daughter ed schools in the South Anna Trinh (center), who participated in the Summer Academic Challenge, was meschool choir, placed two of Karen and Bill Harris, of Belt area and are members selected as the Summer Dreambox winner. She logged into the Dreambox math pro- students in the All-Region Friendswood, was selected of Sagemont Church. gram and completed 546 lessons, the most for elementary-age students. There was Choir following auditions for the Treble Choir as a So- The organization serves one winner per grade level. Winners were awarded a computer for their hard work held virtually Oct. 14. prano 2. homeschool students from and dedication in the Pasadena ISD summer academic challenge. Shown with Trinh Jillian Evers, daughter Mixed choir students late elementary through are, left to right, Regina Barnes, Atkinson assistant principal; Richard Whittaker, of Deron and Tiffany Evers are eligible to audition for high school that are inter- math coach; and Lena Ortiz, Atkinson principal. of Manvel and granddaugh- Pre-Area as the next step in ested in vocal performance ter of Jay and Marilyn the Texas All-State Choir au- and choir. Evers of Sageglen and Ken dition process. Harmonix serves stu- and Sandy Vestal, formerly Harmonix was started by dents throughout the South Morris announces honor Beverly Bolton, Meador Principal poses for a photo in front of her decorated offi ce of Kirkwood, was selected Deron Evers and his wife Tif- Houston/Pearland/Friends- door. Each cutout handprint has a special note of appreciation from the school staff. for the Mixed Choir as a fany Evers (formerly Vestal), wood/Manvel/Alvin and Soprano 1. who both grew up and attend- surrounding communities. roll for first nine-weeks Morris Middle School of- than Isaiah Maldonado. Oscar Vazquez,Kiet Vo, fi cials have announced the Jennie Bao Tien Mancu- Lilynhu Vu, Sophia Yanez, fi rst nine-weeks honor roll so, Cayson Cole Martinez, and Candi Zuniga. Morris recognizes students and perfect attendance for Troy McBride, Matthew Sixth grade the 2020-2021 school year. Christopher Mellott, Angel Honor roll Fifth grade Rose Myles, Cathy Nguyen Carlos Constancio Albar- Honor roll and Johnny Anh Nguyen. ran, Sophia Fadi Breigheith, Yaslin Esmeralda Acos- Khai Ngoc Quang Nguy- Alicia Ysabella Diaz, Kev- ta, Lilah Samantha Aguayo, en, Lucas Anh Nguyen, Ste- in Nguyen Duong, Eileen Daniel Alberto Alvarez, ven Huy Nguyen, Ethan Flores, Andres Garcia and Giovannie Elijah Alvear, Jameel O'bryant, Avery Sim- Diego Leonel Garcia. Jeremiah Casey Arbaiza and one Payne, Martin Nin Peng Marcos Gonzalez, Sophia Martha Michelle Canas. and Joseline Perales. Gonzalez, Kevin Hoang, Javanni Rene Capuchino, Hailey Brianna Ram- Henry Minh Hong, Hannah Jarvis Duane Carraway, Da- sey, Bree Elizabeth Rennert, Hua, Huy Xuan Le, Thong mian Jesus Chavez, Alon- Rubi Reyes, Alyssa Haley Van Luong and Pretty Ar- dra Itzel Cruz, Ricky Quoc Rodriguez, Karim Dales- mande McCoy. Doan, Jessica Marie Escobar sandro Rubio, Colin Samuel Grace Bracha Mena- and Ariana Rose Espinoza. Salazar-Isaza and Azari I'ris hem, Aden Curtez Moore, Fernando Hilario Flores, Schells. Charleston Ean Nash, Duy Alana Nicole Fonseca, Adri- Dawson Tran, Kahlan George Nguyen, Hieu Trung an Alonso Gonzalez, April Nhu-Y Tran, Kathleen Mai Nguyen, Jocelyn Thy Nguy- Jayleen Gonzalez, Robert Tran, Gabriel Trevino, Ange- en, Vincent Viet Nguyen and Alexander Gonzalez, Sabrina lo E. Zuniga and Candi Se- Alissa Nguyen Hoang. Madison Gutierrez and Alex- lene Zuniga. Gavin Alexander Riten- is Joanne Hernandez. Perfect attendance our, Aiden Elijah Romero, Luna Alejandra Hernan- Yaslin Acosta, Lilah Alina Esmeralda Sosa, Tif- dez, Ineke Lillian Hicks, Aguayo, Daniel Alvarez, fani Evette Tillman, Ximena Riddick John Weldon Holi- Giovannie Alvear, Brandon, Torres - Zuniga, Miriam Tor- man, Carden Thinh Huynh, Angel, Julian Banda, An- res De Leon and Tuyet Tram Cruz Alexander Jasso, Kar- drew Banks and Javanni Ca- Truong. men Alexis Jasso and Kailey puchino. Thomas James Turrubiar- Morris Middle School recently awarded two students for achieving both honor Alice Johnson. Andrew Chavez, Steven tes, Alan Daniel Vallejo, Ju- roll and perfect attendance during the fi rst nine weeks of school. Shown, left to Olivia Annalise Joiner, Corporan, Alondra Cruz, Phi lian Villasenor, Minh Cong right, are Lindsey Fagan, fi fth-grade counselor; Cayson Martinez, fi fth-grader; Seth Michael King, Kaitlynn Dang, Alyssa Davis, Trinton Vu and Christopher Jamal Amy Clowers, Meador assistant principal, poses for a photo in front of her cre- Allison Lewallen, Morris principal; Anthony Capetillo, sixth-grader; and Robin Isabel Lanza, Ashley Ly, Davis, Ricky Doan, Krew Wickliff. atively decorated offi ce door. Cate, sixth-grade assistant principal. Emmery Jayne Lynn, Karely Duong, Jessica Escobar and Perfect attendance Jasmin Maldonado and Na- Natalie Esquivel. Kevin Alfaro, Aracely Al- Sebastian Fernandez, varado, Ayden Arambul, Brianna Figueroa, Gabrian Daniel Arroyo, Imanol Ban- Garza, Lucas Garza, Isaiah da, Maico Bonilla and Caleb Gonzales, April Gonzalez, Bray. Remember When Robert Gonzalez, Ra’naiya Jose Bucio, Hermallony Guichard and Alexis Hernan- Campos, Nicholas Cantu, 40 years ago ( 1980) Ellington Field was under- lastic League marching con- reassigned from associate motor scooter accident. nity center at Beverly Hills campus development and for dez. Anthony Capetillo, Jazmine The Southeast Volunteer way. The facility, designed test. superintendent for campus David Earles, 22, died of a Park held a grand opening the past two years as deputy Ineke Hicks, Monserrat Cardon, Eslie Carlos, Rebeca Fire Department advertised by Lockwood, Andrews & Both lanes on the stretch development to associate su- self-infl icted gunshot wound. celebration. Councilmem- superintendent for campus Jaime, Cruz Jasso, Olivia Castelan, Ashlyn Coleman for bids for a new ambu- Newman Inc., was set to be of South Belt Drive from perintendent for project man- Dot Jonas, a 20-year em- ber Addie Wiseman was the development. She holds a Joiner, Kaitlynn Lanza, Em- and John Dang. lance to replace the convert- completed the next year. Sagewood to Interstate 45 agement. ployee for the South Belt-El- guest speaker. doctorate of education from mery Lynn, Anthony Mal- Khylan Davis, Matthew ed Chevrolet Step Van pur- The Dobie Longhorn foot- would be closed for approx- Three Pasadena school lington Leader, was recog- A two-car collision on the University of Houston– donado, Nathan Maldonado Dunn, Jaelynn Duong, Jo- chased in 1974 for $15,000 ball team hoped for a win imately 14 days for crews to board incumbents who ran nized at a luncheon by the Sageberry caused a car to Clear Lake. and Donovan Mandani. seph Fernandez, Jonathan that was broken and unable over the Baytown Sterling lay a special telephone cable successfully on a Communi- Leader staff. land in the living room of a The Nov. 3 election votes Cayson Martinez, Meza, Garcia, Sherlyn Guillen, to be repaired. The estimated Rangers which would give while construction of Belt- ty United for Better Schools 15 years ago (2005) house. An 8-year-old girl was were counted, with few Marttin, Josue Murillo Eu- Aiden Hill and Cleveland cost for a new ambulance was them the “winningest” var- way 8 continued. slate three years prior, all South Belt voters were in the living room at the time surprises at the local lev- ceda,, Angel Myles, Ann Hill. $28,000 to $30,000, which sity football season in the Former Kirkwood resident fi led for re-election: Sage- preparing for the upcoming but did not suffer any inju- el. The Houston mayor’s Nguyen, Cathy Nguyen, Joc- Maliah Jackson, Nadia made 300 runs the previous school’s history and would Mandie Buhler won a sev- meadow’s Fred Roberts, biennial city council and ries. race headed to a December elyn Nguyen, Johnny Nguy- Kydoniefs, Huy Le, Angel year, according to Chuck clinch the district champion- en-day cruise and a chance Nelda Sullivan and Carmen mayoral elections as well as The U.S. House of Rep- runoff between state Rep. en and Khai Nguyen. Lopez, Daisy Lopez, Trin- Tylka, SVFD president. The ship for the team. to meet the New Kids on the Orozco. nine proposed amendments resentatives voted 324-85 to Sylvester Turner and busi- Bryan Olvera Guerrero, ity Lyons, Jayden Mayeux station serves approximately Construction of a post- Block. Buhler invited her A 32-year-old Sagemont to the Texas Constitution. allow the fi rst round of base nessman Bill King, with the Adan Ortiz, Avery Payne, Grace Menahem and Emma 18,000 residents in the unin- al contract station within friend, South Belt resident resident was charged with ag- A 7-year-old boy who was closures and consolidations pair easily defeating the re- Jesse Penaloza, Emily Peral- Mendiola. corporated areas of the South Holiday Foods on Scarsdale Jennifer Carter. gravated assault after alleged- left at home alone on Kirk- recommended by the Base maining 11 candidates. The ta, Luis Perez, Nathan Pick- Jillian Mikulski, Aden Belt area. Tylka said SVFD began and was expected to The Clear Brook girls wa- ly shooting his older brother. hollow escaped injury after Realignment and Closure city’s controversial Houston ney, Toryn Provost and Fer- Moore, Giselle Munguia was grateful to the City of be open for business by the ter polo squad won the Texas Police said the brothers had his home caught on fi re. The committee. As a result, the Equal Rights Ordinance nando Puente. Tonche, Dayanna Najar- Houston and Bay Area Am- beginning of the following State Water Polo Champion- been drinking and started ar- mother arrived at the scene F-16s stationed at Ellington (HERO) failed by a wide Bree Rennert, Gustavo ro-Reyes, Gloria Ochoa, bulance and Clear Lake week. ship at the Spring Branch Na- guing at the suspect’s home and took possession of the air fi eld under the 147th Tex- margin, with voters choos- Rios, Karim Rubio, Jayden Kaitlyn Pecina, Yamileth Ra- Emergency Corps for assis- 30 years ago (1990) tatorium. in the 11000 block of Sage- boy. When the father arrived, as Air National Guard were ing to reject the measure by Salazar-Gonzales, Destiny males, Jaime Rodriguez and tance during the recent me- Suzanne Hernandez was 25 years ago (1995) heather. he was arrested for endanger- to be removed. a 61-39 vote. Sidiropoulos, Marley Strick- Marcus Rodriguez. chanical trouble. The SVFD chosen Clear Brook High A reassigned Pasadena 20 years ago (2000) ment to a child. 10 years ago (2010) 1 year ago (2019) ney, Kolby Stubblefi eld and Aiden Romero, Xavier is funded by donations of res- School’s fi rst homecoming school administrator fi led suit The Pasadena Indepen- Dobie seniors Xavier The Pasadena Independent A man was fatally shot Melayssia Sykes. Rubalcava, Arlette Salazar, idents in the unincorporated queen. against the district, its super- dent School District named Bowman and Alaina Villa School District was named Thursday, Oct. 24, in the Shelby Talavera, Kah- David Serrano,Trjah Smith, areas of South Belt. For the third consecutive intendent and board in feder- South Belt’s new fi fth-grade were crowned king and queen one of the top 100 workplac- 7900 block of Glenheath. lan Tran, Tammy Tran, Tien Jacob Solis, Jonathan Solis, 35 years ago ( 1985) year, the Dobie High School al court charging that he was campus after longtime school at Dobie’s homecoming game es in the Houston area, the Brandon Savoie was found Tran, Yen Tran, Gabriel Tre- Pham Truc, Minh Vu, Lily Construction on a new $4 Longhorn marching band demoted in retaliation to his supporter and area resident, against Sam Rayburn. only public school district to dead in the front yard of vino and Isabella Trevino. Yam and Carlos Zuniga. million Coast Guard Hangar/ earned a superior rating at the opposition against the Dec. the late Kathleen Morris. After undergoing exten- be selected to the list. The the aforementioned address Offi ce Complex facility at district University Interscho- 2 bond issue. He had been Tim Harty, 48, died after a sive renovation, the commu- district was also cited as a when police arrived. He special award recipient for had been shot several times. ? employee training, judged No immediate arrests were ant to be the best of the top 100 made. gn companies. An abundance of Pre I be Over The Back Fence by Alexis teacher workshops and tech- ould C nology training opportuni- ASK Karate ties were cited as reasons for teaches I need a pregnancy test the award. PISD was ranked I need to know what to do No. 18 among 26 companies We are here for you. We care!! named to the large companies self-defense All Services are Free and Confidential. SCHOOL DAZE Kathy Young Nov. 2. Celebrate Birthdays” in the subject line by list. 281-484-0005 The following personnel and staff of the South Belt Elementary Friday noon for the next week’s publication. Surveys used to qualify In light of recent multi- ple muggings, assaults and Beltway 8 South Pasadena Independent School District cel- Send a birthday greeting Nov. 2 to Lisa Thursday, Oct. 29: Dolores Garcia, Mary companies for the list were Crisis Pregnancy Center ebrate birthdays Oct. 29 through Nov. 4, Dupla. Ortiz, Jackie Aguilar, Tracey Nance, conducted by Workplace- home invasions in the South 2020. Roberts Middle School Rosie Hernandez, Louis Schumann, Dynamics, a Pennsylva- Belt area, free online class- Burnett Elementary Enjoy a slice of a double-layer birthday Lauren Simpson, Laura King, Judy Cole nia-based research fi rm. es of self-defense are being 5 years ago (2015) taught by the American Remember to wish Rebecca Wells a cake with Steffanie Purucker and Yesenia and William Scott IV; Friday, Oct. 30: Exceptional Grooming at Common happy birthday Nov. 1. Sing a chorus of a Gomez Oct. 29. The day for a birthday party Carmen Cantu, Patricia Goforth-Rakes, The Pasadena Indepen- Society of Karate for teens Sense Prices birthday song Nov. 3 to Isabel Camarillo. for Mark Weber is Nov. 4. Sara Peters-Wiggins, Greg Chavez, dent School District Board and adults (ages 13-80). Bush Elementary Beverly Hills Intermediate Jennifer Miller, Jennie Minter, Bo Bolar of Trustees announced at a These classes are Fridays Nov. 3 is the day for birthday cake and ice Sing a happy birthday song to Cindy and Olyn Taylor; Saturday, Oct. 31: Lauren special meeting Nov. 4 that at 7:30 p.m. in the comfort 281-484-9655 cream for Katrina Perez. Burton Nov. 3. Calderaro; Sunday, Nov. 1: Earl Sword, longtime district employ- of one’s own home. Frazier Elementary Thompson Intermediate Dawn McDonald, Sean Connors, Sherry ee DeeAnn Powell was the No previous self-defense Light the birthday candles for Gracie Blow out the birthday candles Nov. 3 on a Rightmer, Randy Read, Richard Veltman, lone fi nalist for the position or martial arts experience is Puente Oct. 30. cake for Prudencio Reyna. and Susan Quintana; Monday, Nov. 2: of superintendent of schools. necessary. Genoa Elementary Dobie High Debbie Davis, and Kathy Young; Tuesday, This marked the fi rst time in To preregister for the Send a birthday greeting Nov. 4 to Sharon Break out the balloons and birthday cake Nov. 3: Brett Waltz, Gabriel Estrella, Randi the district’s history a female free class, visit https:// Parish. and ice cream Oct. 30 for Leslie Barcelona Whitney, Tricia Porter, Laura Armer, was selected for the position. tinyurl.com/askdefense and Groom & Board Meador Elementary and Louis Cannon. Enjoy a triple-layer Kevin Duckworth, and Phillip Jackson; Powell will replace Kirk fi ll out a short form. The day for birthday fun for Kevin birthday cake with Lauren Calderaro, and Wednesday, Nov. 4: John Salinas and Lewis, who announced in the For additional informa- Goffney is Oct. 29. Mike Barton starts Santiago Sepeda and William Yarberry Kandy Ger. summer he would be retiring tion on martial arts classes, off a month of thanksgiving with a birthday on Oct. 31. Sara Gokey is wished a happy LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS at the end of 2015 after serv- visit www.AskKarate.com, Tues.-Sat. 11506 Hughes Rd. Nov. 1. Sharing a birthday Nov. 3 are Heidi birthday Nov. 1. Email birthday, anniversary, vacation, ing nine years in the position. email Online@ASKKarate. 7am-6pm South Belt @ Hughes Gritzewsky and Kacie Hedge. FRIENDS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS congratulations, etc., to mynews@south Powell has served PISD since com or call 281-788-5930. 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Until there's a rea- doubt hoping that Dobie The Trojans impres- than Baldwin broke free The Longhorns pushed the fourth as he delivered yards and a touchdown. an Oct. 29 game against all and appear to be click- sonable solution as to just would show some rust sively moved down the and scampered down the ahead 35-7 on Baldwin's 151 yards and just eight Webb had 115 yards the Pasadena Eagles at ing on most, if not all, cyl- how to slow down Dobie's after missing week four's field with Webb at the con- left sideline for 95 yards 15-yard run with just over carries, including the five rushing on 18 carries. But Veterans Stadium, the inders. offensive attack, the Long- game at Channelview due trols and set up a first-and- and a touchdown. a minute left to go in the touchdowns. while the Dobie defense Longhorns are unbeaten Continued on Page 6 horns have to be the favor- to coronavirus concerns goal at the Dobie 5-yard Instead of South Hous- third. Santos Sanchez took occasionally bent, the Tro- ites to win the District 22- within the Channelview line, only to come away ton drawing closer, it was Baldwin's night end- over at quarterback in the jans couldn't break it. 6A football championship. program. with nothing. now 28-7 Dobie midway ed with a 5-yard scoring fourth quarter and found Now set to celebrate Dobie Homecoming Another 500-plus yards Instead, the Longhorns of offense. Five rushing showed a burst of energy JFD’s Baldwin touchdowns from senior from the outset, scoring JFD vs. Pasadena Jonathan Baldwin, giv- on their initial offensive stays on a roll; ing him 13 through four series as Baldwin got into Fri., Oct. 30, 7 p.m. games. the end zone with just 3 team unbeaten Five catches for 55 minutes, 33 seconds ex- Veterans Stadium yards from the district's pired in the game on a At left, Dobie two-play leading receiver Jeremi- five-yard run. standout Johnathan ah Ballard. Another 118 Sophomore Jalen Baldwin (10) stretches yards passing and 60 yards Baldwin added a 10-yard the football to the py- Unbeaten Cowboys rushing from quarterback run for a score midway lon for a touchdown in Cameron Gray. through the second quar- the first half of Dobie’s It was all too much ter for a 14-0 lead before eventual 48-7 victory to clash with L.C. for South Houston as the South Houston freshman over the South Houston Dobie High School is teams as week six of eight Longhorns rolled to a 48-7 quarterback Kam'ron Trojans Oct. 22 at Vet- the place to be on Hallow- plays out, meaning the re- victory over the Trojans Webb dove in from a yard erans Stadium in Pas- een day as the Sagemont spective winners just may Oct. 22 at Veterans Stadi- out to get it to 14-7. adena. Baldwin found Cowboys clash with the be headed for top seed sta- um in Pasadena in what A 13-yard run for a pay dirt five times on League City 49ers in two tus come playoff time. became the 22-6A opener score from Baldwin gave the ground and now matchups of unbeatens in The marquee senior for Dobie. the Longhorns a 21-7 edge has 13 rushing touch- the senior and sophomore matchup takes center stage South Houston shut out at the half, but the turning downs through four divisions. at 9 a.m., and the sopho- Pasadena in week one of point came in the opening games. He had a 95- In both divisions, the more game is set to kick off yard scoring run later Cowboys and 49ers are the at 1 p.m., all at Dobie High in the game and has last remaining unbeaten School. averaged better than 12 yards per carry in the early going. 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Not valid with any other offer or discount. Expires 11/19/20. Car Wash Page 6, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 29, 2020 High school basketball to tip off; Lady Longhorns to be tested A year after winning Brown are the key returnees leyball season. man adjusted on the fly. experience against playoff The Lady Longhorns Creek. After opening the current No. 2 state-ranked and others in nondistrict 26 overall games and this season, although Rob- In part because the UIL The lack of tournaments caliber competition, yet will scrimmage against regular season Nov. 6 at Cy-Creek, state No. 9 action. By then, the Lady pushing Summer Creek to inson will arrive late while has stopped tournament has taken away some of Do- Hartman has stacked the Atascocita and defending home against Friendswood, Clear Springs, North Shore, Longhorns should be more the brink in an area play- completing the varsity vol- play for 2020-2021, Hart- bie’s ability to gain valuable deck nonetheless. Class 6A state finalist Cy- Dobie will also take on Pearland, Shadow Creek than ready for district. off-round game, what's in store for the Clear Brook Wolverines’ varsity boys' Brook High School Brook High School Dobie High School Dobie High School basketball team this sea- son? Varsity Girls’ Hoops Schedule Varsity Boys’ Hoops Schedule Varsity Boys’ Hoops Schedule Varsity Girls’ Hoops Schedule At Dobie, the varsi- Date Opponent Time Date Opponent Time Date Opponent Time Date Opponent Time ty boys’ basketball ros- ter will feature plenty of Nov. 7 Crosby 12:30 p.m. Nov. 14 Strake Jesuit 1 p.m. Nov. 7 Scrimmage 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at Atascocita scrimm. TBA change after the gradua- Nov. 13 La Porte 6 p.m. Nov. 2 at Cy-Creek scrimm. TBA tion of as many as 10 se- Nov. 10 at G.C. Memorial 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at Friendswood 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14 Dickinson (PFH) 7 p.m. Nov. 6 Friendswood 6 p.m. niors. Nov. 13 at Pearland 7 p.m. Nov. 20 at Porter 7 p.m. But first-year head Nov. 17 Atascocita 7 p.m. Nov. 10 Dickinson (PFH) 7 p.m. coach Franklin Paul, for- Nov. 17 Friendswood 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23 George Ranch 1 p.m. merly of Beaumont West Nov. 21 Dekaney 1 p.m. Nov. 13 at North Shore 7 p.m, Brook, is set to begin Nov. 20 Alvin 7 p.m. Nov. 25 at South Houston 1 p.m. Nov. 23 at Clear Lake 1 p.m. Nov. 14 at Cy-Creek 4 p.m. his era as the Longhorns host La Porte Nov. 13 and Nov. 23 at Tompkins 1 p.m. Nov. 28 at Fort Bend Austin 1 p.m. Nov. 25 Cy-Ridge 1 p.m Nov. 17 at Clear Falls 7 p.m. then defending Region III Nov. 24 Fort Bend Austin 1 p.m Dec. 1 Dobie 7 p.m. Nov. 27 at Westfield 2 p.m. Nov. 20 Pearland 7 p.m. champion Dickinson Nov. 14. Dec. 1 TBA TBA Dec. 5 at Hitchcock 1:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at Clear Brook 1 p.m. Nov. 23 Magnolia West 1 p.m. And what will tran- Dec. 5 at Beau. West Brook 1 p.m. Dec. 1 Clear Springs 7 p.m. spire on the court for the Dec. 4 at Hitchcock 6 p.m. Dec. 8 at Kingwood 7 p.m. Lady Wolverines of Clear Dec. 7 Episcopal 7 p.m. Dec. 4 Clear Creek 7 p.m. Dec. 5 St. Agnes 4:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at Deer Park 7 p.m. Brook as first-year head Dec. 11 at College Park 7 p.m. Dec. 8 Shadow Creek 7 p.m. coach Warren Brooks also Dec. 8 Katy 7 p.m. Dec. 14 Fort Bend Bush 7 p.m. rebuilds the look of the Dec. 15 Clear Springs 7 p.m. Dec. 11 *Sam Rayburn 7 p.m. roster? Dec. 15 *at Clear Lake 7 p.m. Dec. 18 at Alief Elsik 7 p.m. Dec. 18 *Channelview 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15 *at South Houston 7 p.m. The time is near. There won't be any tournament Dec. 18 *Clear Falls 5 p.m. Dec. 22 *Clear Creek 1 p.m. Dec.29 at Morton Ranch 3 p.m. Dec. 18 *at Channelview 7 p.m. play this season per Uni- Dec. 21 *at Clear Creek 1 p.m. Dec. 30 *at Brazoswood 1 p.m. Jan. 2 Cy-Lakes 1 p.m. Dec.29 at Summer Creek 1 p.m. versity Interscholastic Jan. 8 *at Pasadena 7:30 p.m. Dec. 30 Goose Creek Memor. 4 p.m. League COVID-19 re- Dec.29 South Houston 2 p.m. Jan. 2 *Dickinson 1 p.m. strictions, but that won't Jan. 12 *Deer Park 7:30 p.m. Jan. 5 at Atascocita 7 p.m. make the season any less Dec. 30 *Brazoswood 1 p.m. Jan. 8 *Clear Springs 7 p.m. exciting. Jan. 15 *at Memorial 7:30 p.m. Jan. 8 *Pasadena 7 p.m. Dobie varsity girls’ bas- Jan. 5 *at Dickinson 7 p.m. Jan. 12 *at Clear Creek 7 p.m. Jan. 19 *Sam Rayburn 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12 *at Deer Park 7 p.m. ketball head coach Jasmine Jan. 12 *at Clear Springs 7 p.m. Jan. 15 *Clear Falls 7 p.m. Hartman has set the bar Jan. 22 *at South Houston 7:30 p.m. Jan. 15 *Memorial 7 p.m. high as she and her Lady Jan. 13 *Clear Lake 7 p.m. Jan. 20 *at Clear Creek 7 p.m. Jan. 26 *at Channelview 7:30 p.m. Jan. 19 *at Sam Rayburn 7 p.m. Longhorns aim at winning Feb. 2 *Pasadena 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22 *South Houston (PFH) 7 p.m. the District 22-6A champi- Jan. 19 *at Clear Falls 7 p.m. Jan. 23 *Brazoswood 1 p.m. onship and then making a Feb. 5 *at Deer Park 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26 *Channelview 7 p.m. deep playoff run from there. Jan. 22 *Clear Creek 7 p.m. Jan. 27 *at Dickinson 7 p.m. Feb. 9 *Memorial 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2 *at Pasadena 7 p.m. The Lady Longhorns Jan. 23 *at Brazoswood 1 p.m. Feb. 3 *Clear Springs 7 p.m. won 23 overall games last Feb. 12 *at Sam Rayburn 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5 *Deer Park 7 p.m. season before a bidistrict Jan. 29 *Dickinson 7 p.m. Feb. 6 *Clear Lake 1 p.m. Feb. 13 *South Houston 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6 *at Memorial 4 p.m. setback to North Shore. Victoria Rivera, KeKe Feb. 5 *Clear Springs 7 p.m. Feb. 10 *at Clear Falls 7 p.m. *District 22-6A games *District 22-6A games Robinson, Vanessa Lam, *District 24-6A games *District 24-6A games (PFH) Phillips Field House (PFH) Phillips Field House Janae Tucker and Kendall Dobie moves to 4-0 with easy win Continued from Page 5 44-20 victory over Memo- Baldwin, Ballard, Gray and Deer Park is now 2-0 af- rial, but until a defense fi g- crew, the Longhorns sure South Belt ter a standings-swinging ures out how to slow down look like the frontrunners with the Dobie at Deer Park football matchup coming Nov. 6. The overall strength of predictions the Longhorns' schedule certainly can be debated, but the fact is the offense is Troy Leland John Bechtle Eli Tanksley Toni Muse Emory Gadd Debbie Vaughn churning out more than 535 Dobie vs. yards per outing. Pasadena Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie Baldwin is not the dis- trict's leading rusher, but Clear Brook that's only for lack of touch- at Brazoswood Clear Brook Clear Brook Clear Brook Clear Brook Clear Brook Clear Brook es. With 426 yards on just Clear Springs 34 totes, he has averaged Clear Springs Clear Springs Clear Springs Clear Springs Clear Springs Clear Springs more than 12 yards an at- vs. Clear Creek tempt. Clear Lake vs. Of those 34 carries, 13 Clear Falls Clear Falls Clear Falls Clear Falls Clear Falls Clear Falls have ended in touchdowns. Clear Falls He also has a 70-yard touch- Deer Park at down reception, making Channelview Deer Park Deer Park Deer Park Deer Park Deer Park him the league's most ex- Channelview plosive player through the Dawson hosts team's four games. Dawson Dawson Dawson Dawson Dawson Dawson Junior quarterback Cam- Strake Jesuit eron Gray has completed 48 Angleton hosts Hightower Angleton Angleton Angleton Angleton Angleton of 72 throws for 812 yards Hightower and fi ve scores against just Texas City hosts one pick. He's also ran for Texas City Kingwood Park Texas City Texas City Texas City Texas City 285 yards on 38 carries. Kingwood Park Jeremiah Ballard has Summer Creek vs. four of the team's six touch- Summer Creek Summer Creek Summer Creek Humble Summer Creek Summer Creek down catches and has 371 Humble yards on 20 grabs, and Jon- athan Jean has nine catches Kingwood vs. Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita for 147 yards. Senior kicker Jeremiah Five catches for 55 yards against South Houston has Hernandez has 23 point-af- Last week’s record 8-2 8-2 6-4 5-5 9-1 8-2 Dobie’s Jeremiah Ballard (81) second in the 22-6A ter kicks as he continues to be one of the area's best in ranks with 20 grabs for 371 yards this season. Season record 31-14 36-9 30-15 29-16 32-13 29-16 Photo by David Flickinger that category. CALENDAR Due to the current public health situation, it is advisable nastuff.com/. For information, call 281-484-9243. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 to verify if face-to-face meetings are being held prior to FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2 7 a.m. attending. For Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, visit the 7 a.m. 10 a.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill.” See Thursday’s notice. website https://aahouston.org/meetings; for Narcotics AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” See Thursday’s notice. Al-Anon Deer Park – will resume meeting at In His Presence Noon Anonymous (NA) meetings, visit www.hascona.com; for 7 p.m. Fellowship Church when church reopens. Call 409-454-5720 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners. See Al-Anon meetings, visit www.houstonalanon.org/meet Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open for additional information, or visit http://www.houstonalanon. Thursday noon notice. ings.html. meeting, 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First org/meetings.html. 1 p.m. NOTE: Clear Lake Bridge Club – Although the bridge club Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, call 713-661- Noon Trailmixers – Meets the first Tuesday at Luby’s, 11595 Fuqua. is closed at this time, visit https://acblunit174.org/clearlak/ 4200 or visit www.hascona.com or visit https://nastuff.com/. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners. See Former and current employees of J. 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For de- WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 to download a copy of the prayer book for the online service, tails, email Liz Hicks at [email protected]. 7 a.m. a.m., and Saturday at 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist visit https://www.shaarhashalom.org/prayer-book-for-friday. 6:30 p.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill.” See Thursday’s notice. Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell html. For the general website, visit https://www.shaarhasha Toastmasters – The Young Professionals Southeast Noon Conference room. Call 713-686-6300 (24/7) or visit https:// lom.org/shabbat-online.html. Toastmasters Club #05324194 meetings are virtual. Meeting is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners. See aahouston.org/meetings/. 8 p.m. Mondays, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., at the website, https://youngprofes Thursday noon notice. 7:30 a.m. Serenity Now Al-Anon Group – meets at CrossRoads UMC sionalstoastmasters.com/.Young Professionals SE Toastmasters 7 p.m. Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. Fridays, 8 to 9 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Family members Club is committed to its member’s safety during this National Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group. See Friday’s either at Pearland Chamber of Commerce, 6117 Broadway and friends of problem drinkers/addicts share, learn Al-Anon Emergency and will conduct virtual meetings every Monday note. St., Pearland, or online on Zoom at https://us02web.zoom. principles, that they are not alone, and discover choices avail- (except holidays), effective 3/16/2020, to ensure its members Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention – Call 281-286- us/j/81372891968. Meeting ID: 813 7289 1968. Details are on able. For details, call 281-484-9243. continue their journey to becoming confi dent communicators 2525 (24-hour crisis hotline) for confidential domestic violence/ Pearland Chamber of Commerce website under calendar. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on and leaders. To be a guest at the virtual meeting, select the sexual abuse support group for women. Visit www.bayarea Noon Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. “contact us” button on our home page menu (www.youngprofes turningpoint.org for information. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, For details, call 281-484-9243. sionalstoastmasters.com) to obtain access to our virtual meet- 8 p.m. noon, 3525 Broadway, Pearland, or online at https://aahous SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 ing platform. For information, call Karen Nunn at 832-722-9061 Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on ton.org/meetings/imperfect-nooners. For details, call 713- 7:30 a.m. or Carolyn Carmichael at 832-372-3565. Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. 686-6300. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill.” See Thursday’s notice. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. For details, call 281-484-9243. 7 p.m. 9:30 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Saint Luke’s Group, 12 Step THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Kirkwood Civic Association meets on a conference call meet- Congregation Shaar Hashalom – See Friday’s 7 p.m. notice. Recovery, open meeting outside near 11011 Hall Rd. For 7 a.m. ing at 7 p.m. Meeting conference dial-in 605-475-6006 Access SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 details, call Jesse at 832-725-8479 or Rita at 281-309-2801. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill.” See Thursday’s notice. Code: 4382419. 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I have didate to serve the constit- from whom? (50 words or ibility, homelessness en- within the Constable’s Of- and are unedited. Candidates Do you have a Texas tection chemical agent de- homes, they could be fol- also served in the South Belt uents of Precinct 2. The less) campment issues, the rise in fi ce. Furthermore, if elected are listed in the order they ap- Commission on Law En- livery device. The practice lowed by some people in- area as a year round soccer primary function within the AFL/CIO Area La- criminal activity, and traf- Constable I would like to pear on the ballot. forcement Offi cer Stan- of investigatory traffi c stops tent to do harm. We will coach/trainer at South Belt Constables offi ce is the ex- bor Federation Texas Gulf fi c enforcement. I have re- implement proactive patrol dards and Education that prompt deputies to act provide 24-hour visible pa- Youth Soccer Club for 19 ecution and service of civ- Coast, International Broth- ceived numerous concerns visibility to deter criminal (TCLEOSE) license? If so, on implicit stereotypes of trol not only in South Belt years. I have family and il process. My experience erhood of Electrical Work- from our citizens in regard activity in our communities. Daniel for how long? (50 words or who looks suspicious will but for ALL residents in the friends in the South Belt consists of over a decade of ers, Bay Area New Demo- to traffi c violations, major Establishing a mental health less) be discontinued! This en- precinct. area and I truly care about true leadership experience crats, Bay Area Democratic accidents within the South unit and a Citizens Out- Vela Yes, for 28 yrs. courages traffi c stops based What goals would you the prosperity of our com- within the civil division as Movement, TPEC, Houston Belt area, and the lack of reach Team is a top priority What makes you best on inchoate suspicion! Su- like to accomplish if elect- munity. well as a decade serving in Black American Democrats, proactive visible patrol ac- of mine to provide citizens qualifi ed to serve the con- pervision will be a MUST, ed? (100 words or less) To Do you have any law the patrol division within MASO, Harris County Dep- tivities. with quality service. There stituents of Precinct 2? on all scenes including, but increase communication, enforcement experience? the Constable’s Offi ce. My uty Constables Association, What goals would you is currently a disconnect (100 words or less) not limited to: Civil Cita- enhance community and If so, for which depart- opponent has never worked National Latino Peace Of- like to accomplish if elect- with the Constable’s Offi ce I have been in law en- tions served, Domestic Vi- form a partnership. To safe- ment(s) and for how long? for a constable’s offi ce. fi cer Association, C.O.P.S. ed? (100 words or less) and the residents of South forcement for 28 years and olence calls, DUI arrests, guard the lives and property (100 words or less) In the wake of the re- LOCAL 911, I.U.P.A., Har- If I am elected as your Belt. As South Belt resident have also lived in Pct. 2 for high speed pursuits, Search of the people we serve and To lead an effective and cent George Floyd death ris County Tejano Demo- next Constable in Precinct 2 I am already connected and 48 years. I also volunteered Warrants (signed by a Dis- reduce incidents and fear of effi cient 21st century law and other alleged acts of crats, MABAH, and CLEAT. I would like to bring back in- engaged in our community. in the Pasadena Volunteer trict Judge) + an operational crime. Enhance police safe- enforcement agency, the police brutality, Black Do you have any plans Fire Department for 24 plan for executing the war- ty and improve their quali- combination of leadership Lives Matters protests for a way to better rapport years while simultaneously rant. ty of life. To stabilize the experience and innovative have sprung up world- between Precinct 2 and the NOW OPEN - Covid-19 working for Lyondell-Basell Do you currently have Constables’ Offi ce, improve ideas is crucial. I began wide. What measures, if community? (100 words or Precautions in Place chemical plant. I feel I have any endorsements? If so, the departments effective- my law enforcement career any, would you implement less) the experience needed in- from whom? (50 words or ness and build relationships with the Precinct 5 Con- to address police reform? Relationship building Call the Office for your case of a plant/chemical less) between the department and stable’s Offi ce as a patrol (150 words or less) is one of my strong suits. appointment leak disaster. And would be No. citizens and businesses in deputy for 10 years. I tran- It is clearly evident from There is currently a discon- able to assist local agencies Do you have any plans Precinct 2. sitioned to the Civil Divi- the deaths of George Floyd, nect between the Precinct 2 Specializing in Personal Name: Daniel Vela with said experience. for a way to better rapport sion serving an additional Breonna Taylor, Botham Constable’s Offi ce and our Injury Cases Age: 56 In the wake of the re- between Precinct 2 and the Jerry 7 years. During this time, I Jean, Philando Castille, community. By continuing Occupation: Police Offi cer cent George Floyd death community? (100 words or was asked to lead the Con- Freddie Gray, Eric Garner, to build upon the relation- Education: Pasadena High and other alleged acts of less) Garcia stable’s Offi ce within the Tamir Rice, and so many ships that I have already School police brutality, Black Home Alone Initiative: Precinct 2 Civil Division as others that there is a major built, together we will ef- Barry Burleigh, D.C. Marital Status/Children: Lives Matters protests Accomplished by providing a Sergeant where I served problem of accountability fect the changes necessary Chiropractor Married; two sons have sprung up world- weekly contact with HOME for 3 years. I am currently within our system. If elect- to improve our community. 11700 Beamer Rd. (281) 481-1623 Party Affi liation: Republi- wide. What measures, if BOUND RESIDENTS in a Lieutenant in the Consta- ed to be your next Consta- I have listened to our citi- Houston, TX 77089 www.burleighchiro.com can any, would you implement Pct. 2. “The Call” is to ble’s Offi ce Precinct 3 Civ- ble in Precinct 2, I will im- zens. I know what is wrong Do you reside in Pre- to address police reform? check on the well being of il Division where I’ve been mediately require additional and I truly care about our Medicare Annual Enrollment cinct 2? If so, what section (150 words or less) the residents and to obtain for over 2 years. de-escalation training that community. With my expe- and for how long? (100 As Constable for Precinct assistance for residents if Do you have a Texas exceeds what is currently rience and my true desire to begins TODAY! words or less) 2, I will purpose a guide needed. “The Call” will Commission on Law En- mandated by the State. Ad- take care of our community, October 15 - December 7 Yes; North Pasadena; 48 forward for reform. To re- be in both English, Span- forcement Offi cer Stan- ditionally, we will start a we will build relationships Call with with questions - I can help yrs. defi ne some of the ways ish, and Vietnamese and dards and Education review board which will in- and remove the disconnect Do you have any di- public safety has been per- be made at 9 a.m. until (TCLEOSE) license? If so, clude members of the com- and distrust that currently rect ties to the South Belt formed so that it will serve noon every day. Only home for how long? (50 words or munity to review any pres- exists between our citizens community? (100 words or every person in the commu- bound residents who have less) ent and future allegations of and law enforcement. Denise Burleigh less) nity. Promote: “problem chosen to participate in the Yes. I currently hold a police misfeasance or mal- What do you see as the Licensed Insurance Yes, friends and family oriented” policing, “intel- initiative will be called. Texas Commission on Law feasance. It is not enough to biggest challenges direct- live in the area. ligence-led policing,” and Safety Exchange Zone: Name: Jerry Garcia Enforcement Master Peace send thoughts and prayers to ly affecting the South Belt Sales Agent Do you have any law “evidence-based policing!” We will designate a Safe- Age: 48 Offi cer License. I am also a the families. As leaders, we community? (100 words or FREE enforcement experience? Deputies will be trained or ty Exchange Zone for sales Occupation: Lieutenant at Texas Commission on Law must acknowledge the prob- less) NO Obligation Consultations If so, for which depart- retrained in “less than le- transactions and CUSTODY Harris County Constable’s Enforcement Instructor. I lem and act upon it to pre- Major issues affecting 11700 Beamer Road (Inside Burleigh Chiropractic) ment(s) and for how long? thal” weapons. I would like EXCHANGES between the Offi ce have been licensed with the vent future atrocities. I am the South Belt community (832) 517-3976 • email [email protected] (100 words or less) to move away from any hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Education: University of Texas Commission on Law committed to working for Yes, 28 yrs. Law enforce- Conducted Energy Device The Safety Exchange Zone Houston-Downtown Enforcement since 1996. the community by uphold- ment experience; current- (Tasers), Batons, and Chem- will be under video surveil- Marital Status/Children: What makes you best ing integrity and transpar- lance at all times. Married/4 children qualifi ed to serve the con- ency. I will not tolerate any Trunk Or Treat What do you see as the Party Affi liation: Demo- stituents of Precinct 2? wrongful acts by anyone in Halloween events set biggest challenges direct- crat (100 words or less) the Constable’s Offi ce. Sat Oct. 31, 2020 5PM – 7PM Continued from Page 1 to the COVID-19 pandemic ly affecting the South Belt Do you reside in Pre- I strongly believe that I Do you currently have houses, face painting, games include functions normal- community? (100 words or cinct 2? If so, what section CCostume Contest – Lots of Candy and Treats and food. Admission is free ly hosted by the Southeast less) With South Belt being and for how long? (100 to families whose children at- Volunteer Fire Department; near the Gulf Freeway and words or less) City begins new program Pumpkin Carving Contest tend Cora’s Cottage Care. All San Jacinto College; Alme- Belt Way 8, Friendswood, Yes, I do reside in Pre- CCome Have a Fun & Safe Halloween During others will be charged $10 da Mall; South Belt Church; Pearland, and Houston ar- cinct 2. I have been a resi- Continued from Page 1 the public will be required per family (up to eight). Cos- Crossroads UMC; Stuchbery eas, I for see a problem for dent of the Gulf Meadows listen to their issues and give to wear face masks/facial This Pandemic! tumes are encouraged. Elementary; South Belt Ele- daytime home invasions/ subdivision for 23 years. options of how to move for- coverings and have their Annual fall/Halloween mentary; and Jessup Elemen- burglaries, auto thefts as Do you have any di- ward. This will relax their temperature taken prior to LotsLots oof Car Specials for the parents events canceled this year due tary. well as theft of auto parts. rect ties to the South Belt fears of arrest and will help entering the courthouse. Access to the freeway might community? (100 words or them understand that the For additional announce- FaceFaFac Covering & Social Distancing Required led to day and nighttime less) Safe Harbor Court is de- ments and information, call quick getaways for armed I do have direct ties to signed to assist.” the City of Houston Helpline Houston Auto Emporium Advertise in the robberies. Being in close the South Belt communi- Following Turner’s and at 311, or 713-837-0311 if proximity to Bay Brook ty. I have resided in the CDC guidelines to pro- outside the City of Houston; 14222 Gulf Freeway • Houston, Tx 77034 Mall might create quite a South Belt area for about 23 tect the public and MCD or visit the Municipal Courts Leader! few law enforcement prob- years. I attend St. Luke the staff from the spread of website at www.houstontx. 281-481-1700 lems for people in the South Evangelist Catholic Church COVID-19, members of gov/courts.

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