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The Western Hills football team is looking to build on what it started last year when it opened the season 3-0 and appeared poised to com- pete for one of the four playoff spots in district 6- 4A. LyKeveion Timms Raven Labinot Veseli Kidari Issa Aaron Boydston Jude Collins The Cougars ended up finishing 4-6 overall in 2018, and with a slew of returning after an injury at the end of last season and lead the special teams. strong of returners in key positions, Western Hills is only playing in seven games. Moilan is in his sixth season as head coach of the ready to give it another go. Defensive back Joshua Davis is a move-in from Cougars, and said a successful 2019 depends heavily “We have had a good few weeks of practice,” Plano East who will get the start at corner, and Kidari on how fast his less experienced players adapt to the coach Blake Moilan said. “The first scrimmage went Issa, whom Moilan describes as “the general of the varsity game. well. We are a very young team with a lot of under- defense,” returns after a 20 tackle and one INT junior “The playoffs and a post-season run will be deter- classmen seeing their first varsity action. Our seniors season. mined by how quickly our young guys mature and are doing a great job of leading the young guys and On offense, quarterback Isaiah Jones returns and understand the speed of varsity football,” Moilan said. showing the ropes.” will lead the team after rushing for 171 yards and “The talent is there, but experience is lacking.” On defense, lineman LyKeveion Timms Raven throwing for 385 yards in only five games in 2018, and Western Hills will open the season at 7 p.m. on will anchor the defensive line after starting on the running back Erick Taylor returns after an injury-short- Thursday, Aug. 29 against Dallas Molina at Sprague offensive line last year, and linebacker Labinot Veseli ened sophomore season and will lead the way in the Field in Dallas. (43 tackles, 2 sacks, 7 TFL, 1 fumble recovery) is backfield. Three-year starter Isaac Moreno is returning and Benbrook Middle-High School will be joined by fellow returning starters Aaron The Benbrook football team had a strong season in Boydston, Noah Sanchez, and Jacori Williams on the 2018, finishing second in district 6-4A competition and Corps of Engineers offensive line. advancing to the bi-district round of the playoffs. KD Carr will lead a strong receiving corps that Coach Cody Slater said, “Things are moving a lit- Seeking Public also includes Ashon Cooper, Dimitry Mcgriff, Treylen tle slower right now and that is to be expected,” Slater Brewster, Johnavon Polk, and Curtis Ellison along said. “We graduated 16 seniors, and we lost nine Input on Benbrook with three-year starting kicker, Jude Collins, who will starters on offense and eight (continued on page 7) Lake Master Plan

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is proposing revisions to the Benbrook Lake Master Plan. A 30-day written comment period is going on now through approximately Sept. 21, and the Corps is actively encouraging public input. For more information about the plan and how to provide input, visit the website online at https://www.swf.usace.army.mil/About/Lakes-and- R e c r e a t i o n - I n f o r m a t i o n / M a s t e r - P l a n - Updates/Benbrook-Lake/. You also may email your comments to CESWF- [email protected]. The 2019 Benbrook Middle-High School Bobcats Varsity football team. PAGE 2, August 29, 2019 Suburban Newspapers, Inc. Golden From the US Department of Transportation Stay Safe This Labor Day Holiday Wedding Anniversary During the 2019 Labor Day holiday, local law gal, it is a matter of life and death. As you head out enforcement officers will partner with the U.S. to the Labor Day festivities, remember: Drive Department of Transportation’s National Highway Sober or Get Pulled Over. Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to get drunk drivers off the roads and help save lives. The During the 2017 Labor Day holiday period (6 high-visibility national enforcement campaign, p.m. Sept. 1 to 5:59 a.m. Sept. 5), there were 376 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, runs through Sept. crash fatalities nationwide. Forty-four percent of 2. During this period, local law enforcement will those fatalities involved drivers who had been show zero tolerance for drunk driving. Increased drinking (.01+ BAC).!More than one-third (36 per- state and national messages about the dangers of cent) of the fatalities involved drivers who were driving impaired, coupled with enforcement and drunk (.08+ BAC), and more than one-fourth (26 increased officers on the road, aim to drastically percent) involved drivers who were driving with a reduce drunk driving on our nation’s roadways. BAC almost twice the legal limit (.15+ BAC). Age Eleanor and Robert Cook is a particularly risky factor: Among drivers Sadly, the statistics prove that we have a lot of between the ages of 18 and 34 who were killed in Robert and Eleanor Cook celebrated their 50th work to do to put an end to drunk driving. crashes over the Labor Day holiday period in wedding anniversary on Aug. 24 at a local restau- According to NHTSA, 10,874 people were killed 2017, 42 percent of those drivers were drunk, with rant, along with family and friends. Robert and in drunk-driving crashes in 2017. On average, BACs of .08 or higher. Eleanor were married in Augusta, Ga. on Aug. 22, 10,000 people were killed each year from 2013 to 1969 at Glendale Baptist Church after being intro- 2017 — one person was killed in drunk-driving NHTSA is reminding residents of the many duced by mutual friends while attending Augusta crashes every 48 minutes in 2017. That’s the resources available to get them home safely. State University. equivalent of 20 jumbo jets crashing each year, • Remember that it is never okay to drink with no survivors. This is why the NHTSA to and drive. Even if you’ve had only one alcoholic Robert is originally from West Point, Miss. remind drivers that drunk driving is not only ille- beverage, designate a sober driver or plan to use and is the son of the late Clarence and Lucille public transportation or a ride sharing service to Cook. Eleanor is from Augusta and is the daughter One Minute Mind Opener get home safely. of the late Bob and Helen Lamb. They are the • Use your community’s sober ride program. proud parents of three sons, Rob, Randy (wife Dr. Mike’s Coaching • If you see a drunk driver on the road, con- Heather) and Richard and have three grandchil- tact law enforcement. dren, Samantha, Dominick and Zacharay. Robert Corner by Michael Haro, Ph.D., CLC • Have a friend who is about to drink and is retied from the FAA and Eleanor retired from drive? Take the keys away and make arrangements Fort Worth ISD and they have resided in “Fortune sides with him who dares.” - Virgil to get your friend home safely. Benbrook since 1977. Daring to seek a fortune becomes an honorable For more information about the Drive Sober or goal when laced with determination, faith, and a Get Pulled Over campaign, visit https://www.traf- Carter BloodCare Hosts willingness to work hard! Just remember that first ficsafetymarketing.gov. efforts often experience blocks, challenges, and Blood Drive Aug. 31 even compete failures. Being unstopped by such occurrences and remaining dedicated to a goal Carter BloodCare is hosting a bood drive on indicates that you are learning not to quit. Keeping Saturday, Aug. 31 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at forward movement in mind, you seek information SeaQuest, located at 1974 Green Oaks Rd. in Fort necessary to mend or correct potential disasters Worth. and adjust, encouraging you to continue the task. Each donor will receive a complimentary admis- sion ticket to SeaQuest and a patriotic t-shirt. Such learning experiences are invaluable because Donors must be at least 16 years old, weight over they allow you to keep on keeping on. 110 pounds, and be of good general health. Carter also recommends eating a low-fat meal two to four hours Call Suburban Newspapers. @ 817-246-2473 before donating and being well hydrated. Avoid stren- uous activity for 12 hours following donation. For more information call 1-800-737-9139.

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Frances Cooke Van Zandt Chapter Daughters of Agape West Christian Women’s Job Corps the Republic of Texas will meet Monday, Sept. 16 at 1 offers free training for women in Tarrant County. MOST INJURIES CAN BE p.m. at the Fort Worth Botanical Garden Center, locat- To be eligible, a woman must want to make ed at 3200 Botanic Garden Blvd. in Fort Worth. changes in her life and be willing to take the steps it’s a PREVENTED! Daughters of the Republic of Texas are descen- Parents and caregivers play necessary to make those changes happen. a huge role in protecting dants of men and women who lived in and/or fought FACT children from injuries. for Texas independence from Mexico in the Republic period, 1835-1846. The next six-week session will begin Sept. 18. For any information please contact Kelly Miller at Classes are held in Agape Baptist Church, 3900 817-366-2524. Southwest Boulevard (Highway 183). Classes are Choosing the right baby products for your family can be overwhelming, but safety should never be compromised. on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 Project Linus Volunteers a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lunch is provided. What CAN YOU DO? The program is designed and scheduled to Needed for First assist unemployed and under-employed women in learning life and job skills to help them attain CHOOSE Monday Quilt Club employment. Participants receive personal and spiritual mentoring throughout the program. AND USE The First Monday Quilt Club meets on the first age and developmentally appropriate products. Monday of each month at Bethany Christian Church, They will also have the benefit of networking located at 1500 Meadow Park Drive in White with educational and employment resources Settlement, from 9 a.m. to noon. Attendees are asked to G throughout the community. Volunteers providing N READ AND bring brunch or snack items. The next meeting is on the training are qualified because they have or I Monday, Sept. 2. RN have had successful careers in business or organi- A FOLLOW Project Linus is a non-profit service organization, W all manufacturer’s instructions, and the members of this group are Tarrant County zations throughout the Fort Worth-Dallas area. recommendations for use, and warning labels. Chapter Project Linus volunteers who create hand- made quilts and blankets that provide love, warmth, Take advantage of this opportunity for a better and comfort for local children who have suffered trau- future. Call 817-923-6800 for registration infor- REGISTER ma, tragedy, or illness. Volunteers also make coverlets mation. for veterans, nursing home residents, and the homeless. YOUR PRODUCTS No experience is needed - there is a place for you. and establish a direct line of communication with the manufacturer for safety campaigns Anyone can help if you can follow instructions, sew, or recalls. tie a knot, crochet a blanket, or tell a good joke. Live Celtic Music at Volunteers have lots of fun and develop fantastic friendships. High school students can receive commu- the WS Historical ACTIVELY nity service credits for participating. Materials (fabric, batting, thread, and yarn) are provided. Donations of Museum Aug. 31 SUPERVISE fabric, yarn, thread, or money to purchase materials are — watch, listen and stay appreciated. near your child. The Rampant Porch Lizards play a free, two Come join the fun and have fellowship with the hour set of Celtic Music on Saturday, Aug. 31, Quilt Club volunteers while you make a difference in from 10 a.m. to noon at the White Settlement our community by being a blessing to others. Museum, 8320 Hanon Dr. FREQUENTLY For more information about the mission of Project Linus, visit www.projectlinus.org. INSPECT PRODUCTS Call 817-246-9719 or visit http://www.wsmu- for missing hardware, missing or loose screws, loose For more information on this group and meetings, threads and strings, holes, cracks in plastic, and tears. call Virginia Biela at 817-244-1263. seum.com for more details.

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From the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Conditions Ripe for Prime Texas Dove Hunting

son prior to Sept. 14. “Over the years, TPWD has worked very hard to open up more of September to our hunters in the southern part of the state,” said Fitzsimmons. “The vast majority of our dove harvest occurs in September. Getting the feds to agree to a set Sept. 14 South Zone opener beginning last year ensures hunt- ing opportunity in the south every weekend in September when you consider the early whitewing days.” During the early two weekends for the Special White-winged Dove Days (in the South Zone), hunting is allowed only from noon to sunset and the daily bag limit is 15 birds, to include not more than two mourning doves and two white-tipped doves. During the regular season in the South Zone, the aggregate bag limit is 15 with no more than two white-tipped doves. All of the most up-to-date hunting regulations for the new season can be found in the Texas Outdoor Annual mobile app or online at OutdoorAnnual.com. Hunters are reminded that licenses are on sale now for the 2019-2020 hunting seasons and can be purchased through the agency’s 28 law enforce- ment field offices, at more than 50 state parks and over 1,700 retailers across © Texas Parks and Wildlife Department the state. Licenses may also be purchased online through the TPWD website Dove season begins Sept. 1. or by phone at (800) 895-4248. Call center hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and there is a required $5 administrative fee for each phone or online transaction. The online transaction system is available 24/7. While most Texans are sweltering under a brutal August heat wave, savvy New this year, enhancements have been made to make the licensing dove hunters will gladly suffer along providing conditions don’t change process simpler and faster. “Expedited checkout” speeds the process of re- before the Sept. 1 season opener. purchasing the same license items bought most recently within the last three A hot, dry landscape heading into the season can concentrate dove around years. It’s also now easier to show proof-of-license. Now hunters can use a feeding and watering areas, making for excellent hunting, according to digital image of their license as proof-of-license for any hunting that doesn’t wildlife biologists with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. In addition require a tag, like dove hunting. Accepted formats include: (1) a digital photo, to prime conditions heading into the opener, dove populations have thrived (2) an emailed receipt, (3) within the Outdoor Annual app or the My Texas this year thanks to the amount and timing of spring rains across most of the Hunt Harvest app, or 4) online purchase record. state that kicked habitat into high gear for dove breeding season. In addition to a hunting license, anyone born after Sept. 1, 1971, must “With the abundant highly-preferred dove foods available on the land- successfully complete a hunter education training course in order to hunt scape this year, we’re seeing excellent production,” said Owen Fitzsimmons, legally in Texas. The TPWD Hunter Education certification is valid for life TPWD dove program leader. “White-winged dove production, in particular, and is honored in all has been very high in the southern half of the state. Plus, many of the states other states and to the north had similar spring habitat conditions, which should result in a provinces. More infor- strong influx of migrant birds for Texas later in the season. I’m excited about mation about hunter the prospects this season, it should be fantastic.” education is available Dove hunting is huge in Texas, with a deep culture that spans generations. online at Each fall, more than 300,000 Texas hunters take to the field where they har- h t t p s : / / t p w d . e l e - vest nearly one third of all mourning doves taken nationwide each year — on mentlms.com/. If you average an estimated 10 million birds — far more than any other state. While misplace your certifica- those statistics may appear staggering, consider Texas supports breeding pop- tion you can print a ulations of over 34 million mourning and 10 million white-winged doves, replacement online at no and those numbers rise even higher during the fall when birds from northern cost. latitudes funnel south. A Migratory Game The regular dove season in the North Zone runs Sept. 1-Nov. 12 and Bird endorsement and resumes Dec. 20-Jan.5, 2020. The regular season in the Central Zone is Sept. Harvest Information 1-Nov. 3, then resumes Dec. 20-Jan.14, 2020. The regular season in the South Program (HIP) certifi- Zone is Sept. 14-Nov. 3 and Dec. 20-Jan. 23, 2020. The Special White- cation are also required Winged Dove Days in the South Zone are Sept. 1-2 and 7-8. to hunt dove. HIP certi- Texas hunters should note the Sunday start to the season in the North and fication involves a brief Central Zones, as well as for the Special White-Winged Dove Days this year survey of previous due to calendar shift, but, hopefully hunters will be able to take advantage of year’s migratory bird Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 2, too. hunting success and is South Zone hunters should also be sure to double-check their calendars conducted at the time this year for what is an unfamiliar Saturday start also due to calendar shift and licenses are purchased. federal restrictions on opening dates that prohibit starting the South Zone sea- © Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Suburban Newspapers, Inc. August 29, 2019, PAGE 5 September Events at Benbrook Public Library by Benbrook Public Library Staff

Early Worms, our hands-on program designed for preschoolers who are on the adults. The 45-minute classes will be held on Monday, Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. and cusp of reading on their own, will meet Tuesday, Sept. 3 and Tuesday, Sept. 17 at Monday, Sept. 16 at 12:30 p.m. Beginner and experienced yogis alike are encour- 11:15 a.m. Early worms will have a selection of pre-emergent reading activities to aged to attend. do together. Move and Shake, a program aimed at promoting music through movement and The Friends of the Benbrook Library will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 6:30 p.m. small instruments, will meet Tuesday, Sept. 10, Thursday, Sept. 12, and Wednesday, at the library. Those interested in joining and supporting the library are encouraged Sept. 25 at 9:30 a.m. The program is intended for ages 0 to 24 months, but all ages to attend. are welcome. We’ll have a bilingual storytime for children on Wednesday, Sept. 4 and The library is offering a series of Spanish conversation classes from Sept. Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 9:30 a.m. through November. Adults who would like to practice and improve their Spanish at The library’s adult book clubs, Bent Corners Book Club and Coffee Break Book free beginner/intermediate level, conversation-based classes are encouraged to Circle, are reading My Antonia by Willa Cather. Meetings to discuss the book will attend. We’ll have classes on Wednesday, Sept. 11 and Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 6:30 be held on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 11 a.m. and Thursday, Sept. 5 at 6:30 p.m. For p.m. October, the groups are reading Half Broke Horses by Jeannette Walls. Kids ages 8 to 12 are invited to de-stress and get their bodies moving at our The library offers weekly, beginner-level computer classes every Wednesday at tween yoga session on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 5 p.m. 5 p.m. We’ll cover Microsoft Word on Sept. 4, Microsoft Excel on Sept. 11, the On Friday, Sept. 13 at 10:30 a.m., kids are invited to make fun arts and crafts at Internet and email on Sept. 18, and will have an open lab for your specific comput- our Art Time program. The crafts are intended for ages 3 to 6, but all ages are wel- er-related questions on Sept. 25. come. On Wednesday, Sept. 4 and Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 6 p.m., adults are invited to Kids ages birth to 24 months are invited to our Baby Sensory program on learn the basics of calligraphy at a class taught by an instructor with over 30 years Monday, Sept. 16 and Monday, Sept. 30 at 9:30 a.m. The program combines of experience. Calligraphy supplies will be provided. Space in the class is limited, unstructured playtime with opportunities for growth in fine and gross motor skills. so please call the library at 817-249-6632 or stop by in person to register. Maker Monday, our program that offers arts and science projects for On Thursday, Sept. 5 at 11:15 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 9:30 a.m. and Elementary-age children ages 8 to 12, will meet Monday, Sept. 16 at 4 p.m. All sup- Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 11:15 a.m., babies and preschoolers are encouraged to attend plies will be provided. our Explore and Play program, a fun, unstructured play time focused on using kid’s LEGO Club will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 4 p.m. Kids ages 6 to 15 are invit- imaginations and developing motor skills. ed to come in and build with other young LEGO fans. Moms and dads, bring your little ones to a “Little Yogis” yoga session on Friday, The library’s writing critique group will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 6 at 10:30 a.m. This half-hour of professional instruction will be fun and relax- It offers writers the opportunity to share their work with their peers and get feedback ing for both children and their parents. in a constructive setting. Writers (ages 18 and up) of all genres and experience lev- On Monday, Sept. 9 and Monday, Sept. 23 at 9:30 a.m., Miss Amy will lead a els are welcome. baby sign language storytime. Learn the basic skills needed to facilitate sign com- On Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 p.m., the library will host a trivia night at 3 munication between you and your little ones. Parrots Taco Shop in Benbrook. Teams of 2 to 8 adults are invited to compete in a The library is partnering with the Benbrook YMCA to offer free yoga classes for free, multi-round trivia competition with questions on books, movies and TV, music, history, general knowledge, and more. Winners will receive prizes. 3 Parrots Taco Shop is located at 8737 Benbrook Boulevard. Our new Storybook STEM program will meet on Thursday, Sept. 19 at 9:30 a.m. We’ll read a story and have a STEM-related activity afterward. On Thursday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m., kids and parents alike are invited to attend a family storytime program. Pajamas are welcome. Bring your preschool-age children to our Music, Movement, and Me program on Friday, Sept. 20. A professional instructor will teach kids about music through vocal recognition and awareness, rhyming, dancing, and more. There will be a ses- sion at 10:30 a.m. and another at 11:15 a.m. Space is limited, so plan to arrive early. On Friday, Sept. 20 from 6 to 8 p.m., teens are invited to play video games and board games at our Teen Game Night. If your elementary-age children need to or would like to practice their reading skills, sign them up to read to a therapy dog from Tail Waggin’ Tutors on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. Call the library at 817-249-6632 to sign up. Avid readers are invited to attend Different Pages, the library’s adult book club for those who would like to share what they’ve been reading recently with other book lovers, on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 11 a.m. There will be light snacks to enjoy while you talk books and socialize. Teens, join us on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 4:30 p.m. for Anime Club. All teens who enjoy Japanese comics and animation are welcome. On Thursday, Sept. 26 at 9:30 a.m., bring your little ones to a Parachute Play program to help them develop their gross motor skills, learn to work together, and have imaginative play. At Family Game Night on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 6 p.m., we’ll have a Wii tennis tournament. Attendees are welcome to bring in food to share at this potluck evening of board gaming, and we greatly appreciate anything you choose to contribute. The library will provide drinks. On Friday, Sept. 30 at 10:30 a.m., kids are invited to a Pete the Cat party, where we’ll have Pete the Cat-related crafts, games, other activities, and snacks. For more information about programs or anything else, call us at 817-249-6632, visit our website at www.benbrooklibrary.org, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, download our mobile app, or come in and talk with our staff. PAGE 6, August 29, 2019 Suburban Newspapers, Inc. Benbrook Police Report Volunteers Needed to Read with Thursday, Aug. 1 A blue 2013 Chevrolet Camaro was stolen from the 5600 block of Brookside Fort Worth Students Drive. Reading is the foun- dation for learning and Friday, Aug. 2 success in life. Yet, only A burglary of a building occurred in the 8100 block of Camp Bowie West Blvd. 32 percent of Fort Worth where miscellaneous Elvis memorabilia items, miscellaneous jewelry and watches ISD's third-graders read at were reported missing. grade level. A theft of a metal water meter lid was reported in the 4900 block of Highway Local non-profit, 377 S. Reading Partners, is look- A rose gold iPhone 6s was reported in a burglary of a motor vehicle that ing to change this statistic occurred in the 8100 block of Light Lane. by empowering members of the metropolitan Fort Saturday, Aug. 3 Worth community to A theft of an iPhone 10 max was reported in the 3800 block of Coates Circle. serve as volunteer tutors Red ear buds were reported stolen in a burglary of a motor vehicle that occurred in one of five Fort Worth in the 100 block of San Saba Ave. ISD schools where they A theft of three cases of Dos Equis beer was reported in the 8800 block of operate one-on-one read- Benbrook Blvd. ing support programs. Sunday, Aug. 4 By giving as little as one hour per week, volunteers will support the academic success of a student in grades kindergarten through third grade throughout the 2019- A theft of paper towels, air freshener, two bags Friskies cat food, 12 cans 2020 school year. Friskies cat food, sheets, and a flex basket was reported in the 8800 block of No experience is required; volunteers are trained and supported with easy to fol- Benbrook Blvd. low lesson plans and a full-time site coordinator. Tuesday, Aug. 6 Tutoring takes place Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information and a list of partner schools, go to A motor vehicle theft occurred in the 200 block of Vernon Castle Avenue when readingpartners.org/northtexas or contact [email protected]. a blue 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer was reported missing.

Wednesday, Aug. 7 NOTICE OF A theft of a white 2004 Ford cargo van containing electronic equipment, hand PUBLIC SALE, tools, installation parts and three ladders occurred in the 4800 block of Highway Support Of property to satisfy landlord’s lien, Pursuant to Chapter 377 South. 59, Texas Property Code. Sale is 10:00a.m. Monday, A bag of ice was stolen in the 8500 block of Benbrook Boulevard. Our September, 16, 2019 at Store It Now, 8877 Boat Club Rd. Fort Worth, TX 76179. Call 817-236-7711 with any A red and black Craftsman 5000w generator was reported stolen in the 7900 questions. Property will be sold to the highest bidder for block of Camp Bowie West Boulevard. Advertisers! cash. Property includes contents of spaces of the following Thursday, Aug. 8 • • • tenants: A theft of a Les Paul Epiphone guitar was reported in a burglary of a motor Billy “Brad” Bryson-Treadmill, golf clubs, vehicle in the 3900 block of Meadow Road. mower, fishing poles, misc. A stainless steel Smith and Wesson 642 five-shot revolver with crimson Trace Spencer Ansell- Washer/Dryer, wood fencing, grips was reported stolen in the 7900 block of Camp Bowie West Boulevard. Shop bookcase, aquarium, misc. A theft of a debit card was reported in the 8800 block of Benbrook Boulevard. Daniel Ballard- 1976 Argus Travel Trailer Local! Spencer Ansell- 2003 Leopard print Ugg boots were reported stolen in the 8300 block of Patreota. SmallVolkswagonCar(wrecked front end) Michael Ropers- Armoire, chairs, couch, misc. Friday, Aug. 9 A burglary of a habitation occurred in the 8100 block of Wendy Lane and busi- ness documents were reported stolen. AMES CHULL A baby blue iPhone XR was reported stolen in the 8000 block of Chapin Road. J D. S ATTORNEY AT LAW Saturday, Aug. 10 Three hundred dollars in cash and a Verizon mobile hotspot were reported Probate Law stolen in a burglary of a motor vehicle that occurred in the 8800 block of Benbrook Personal Injury Boulevard. Business/Corporate Law Sunday, Aug. 11 Wills and Trusts A Sony TV, a 1959 Singer sewing machine, a 1988 Newhome sewing machine Civil Litigation and a RCA TV were all reported stolen in a theft that occurred in the 9900 block of Edmund Drive. Collections Criminal Law Monday, Aug. 12 A black iPhone 7 was reported stolen in a burglary of a motor vehicle in the 10600 block of Benbrook Boulevard. LAW OFFICE: (817) 249-5300 FAX: (817) 249-5312 A theft of seven candles and two packs of washcloths occurred in the 8100 8507 HIGHWAY 377 S., SUITE F www.jamesdschull.com [email protected] block of Camp Bowie West Boulevard. BENBROOK, TEXAS 76126 Suburban Newspapers, Inc. August 29, 2019, PAGE 7 Benbrook Trash Bash Football Preview U.S. Army Corps of is Sept. 21 (continued from page 1) Engineers Hold on defense. I do like our potential.” The 27th Benbrook Trinity Trash Bash will be 8:30 Slater said in spite of the losses Benbrook has had Benbrook Lake Master to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, in Dutch Branch Park. to endure, he has been impressed with the level of tal- This annual event offers a great opportunity for ent he has observed so far early on. Plan Meeting Benbrook residents and visitors to come together and “I am really excited about all of our players that we have fun while helping clean up our community. have coming back,” Slater said. “On offense we will be by Denise Honeycutt The park is located behind the Benbrook led at the quarterback position by William Green Individuals representing the U.S. Army Corps of Community YMCA, 1899 Winscott Road. (1,246 yards, 18 touchdowns), and at running back we Engineers, Fort Worth District, held a Benbrook Lake Participants will gather at the No. 4 Pavilion, have a few backs that will have a chance to showcase Master Plan Revision Meeting open to the public on which is located in the back parking lot, behind the their talents, including Dralon Williams, Lavon Vessel, Wednesday, Aug. 21 at the Senior Center. concession stand. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and and Payton Poole.” Natural Resources Manager Don Wiese (and for- the cleanup begins at 9 a.m. Gloves and trash bags are Williams, Vessel and Poole have some big shoes to mer 1974 Park Ranger for Benbrook Lake) along with provided. fill with the departure of Quintan Jackson (Southern Project Manager Josh Quiring prepared a slide show Volunteers are assigned to a specific area in the Nazarene), but will need to be up to the task if for the standing room only attendees highlighting the park to pick up litter and debris. Trash Bash hosts will Benbrook is to compete for one of the top four spots in process of revising the land classification from the last distribute free t-shirts, fun giveaway items and door district. master plan established in 1972. prizes. At the conclusion of the event, participants can Keep an eye on wide receiver/defensive back Following the presentation, attendees were invited enjoy a free hot dog lunch Dontre Sinegal on both sides of the ball this season, to meet with US Army Corp officials privately to dis- Advance registration is not required but strongly and Ryan McMillan is a force on the offensive line. cuss ideas, opinions, ask questions and make sugges- encouraged in order to help with the planning and dis- Defensively, ends Isaiah Carpenter (83 tackles, 26 tions. tributing of release forms. TFL) and Trevonne James should lead the way for a This project is in the beginning stages of imple- To register, please email avaldez@benbrook- strong Bobcat defensive line, which also includes mentation and needs your feedback to assist with this tx.gov or call 817-249-6008. Groups and organizations Harry Gonzalez and James Earnest. program. Future meetings will be posted online and in are welcome and encouraged to participate. In order to make the playoffs and have a good post- the Benbrook News. Benbrook is part of a network of municipalities season run in 2019, Slater said it comes down to three Voice your email comments to: CESWF-PER- participating in cleanup efforts. Each year, approxi- basic things. [email protected]. mately 25 Trash Bash events are held. They typically “It will take coming together as a team, making the involve about 6,500 volunteers, who collect roughly most of our opportunities, and limiting our mistakes,” 335,000 pounds of trash and recyclables. Slater said. Slater has been head coach at Benbrook since the school opened six years ago. Legal Notice Benbrook will open the season at Community BENBROOK ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT High School in Nevada, TX at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, CORPORATION Aug. 30. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Slater said he believes his team will have its hands September 16, 2019 full. “I expect it to be a great game,” Slater said. Notice is hereby given that the Benbrook Economic “Community is big and physical up front and they will Development Corporation (BEDC) will conduct a public present us a challenge on both sides of the ball.” hearing at 7:30pm on Monday, September 16, 2019, at 911 Winscott Road, Benbrook, Texas, in consideration of the fol- lowing project: Commercial contract for sale between the BEDC and Caron Moore Harrison to purchase 9460 www.suburban-newspapers.com Benbrook Boulevard, Benbrook, Texas, for the purpose of redevelopment. Natural Resources Manager Don Wiese (right), Legal Notice and Project Manager Josh Quiring prepare to address Log on the crowd. PUBLIC NOTICE OF BID Region 7 ESC is soliciting bids on behalf of 155 education entities & one education service and give center in the Region 7 Purchasing Cooperative. Bids are solicited for the following: CATEGORY/OPENING DATE/TIME us a LIKE! Copy Machines/September 17, 2019/1:30 PM Paint & Painting Supplies/September 17, 2019/1:30 PM Vehicles: All Types; New/Pre-owned; Buy/Lease/September 17, 2019/1:30 PM Special Education & Supplies/September 24, 2019/1:30 PM Grounds/Athletic Fields Maintenance, Equipment & Supplies/September 26, 2019/1:30 PM Computer Software & Supplies/November 5, 2019/1:30 PM Science Supplies/November 5, 2019/1:30 PM Physical Education/Recreational Sports, Equipment & Supplies/November 7, 2019/1:30 PM facebook. 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A Brief History of Fort Worth Schools (continued from Aug. 22 edition) Part II are the stone or concrete retaining walls, examples of which can be found at the J.P. An answer to the dilemma was found among one of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Elder Annex, North Hi Mount Elementary School, Morningside Elementary School, New Deal programs. The Public Works Administration (PWA) was organized in and Charles E. Nash Elementary School. 1933. The purpose of the program was to provide employment through the con- One other significant WPA project was complete in 1939. Farrington Field is a struction of much needed public works projects. The PWA differed from the Works monumental sports facility whose design has been attributed to A. George King and Progress Administration (WPA) in that it employed skilled as opposed to unskilled Everett L. Frazier, two designers in Preston M. Geren’s firm. The General laborers. Typically, PWA projects were designed by architects and built by construc- Construction Company was the supervising contractor with the WPA providing the tion firms that otherwise would have had little business during this time. funding for the labor and materials. The design of the concrete structure evoked the The school surveys conducted by Superintendent Moore and George D. Strayer stripped classicism associated with the style commonly referred to as PWA provided valuable guidance in planning a school building program. The school dis- Moderne. trict called for a special school bond election on November 14, 1933. This election From 1930 to 1940, Fort Worth’s population grew from 163,447 to 177,662. By proposed a public works loan of $3,000,000 and a federal grant of $1,000,000. The 1950, it had increased to 278,778 residents. This dramatic increase was due to the voters approved the proposal by a vote of two to one. The I.S.D. applied to the PWA influx of people who moved to Fort Worth seeking jobs with the defense industry, for $4,000,000. On January 17, 1934, the agency approved a loan of $4,198, 300. most of whom stayed after the war. Returning veterans and the post-war baby boom The I.S.D. awarded contracts to ten architects for plans and specifications for joined their ranks. Due to material shortages, only two permanent schools were con- the first six projects. The architects chosen were Wyatt C. Hedrick, Wiley G. structed during the war years. Sagamore Hill Elementary School was constructed in Clarkson, Joseph R. Pelich, Preston M. Geren, Elmer Withers, H.H. Crane, Earl T. 1941, replacing a school destroyed by fire, and Crestwood Elementary was con- Glasgow, E.W. Van Slyke, Clyde H. Woodruff, and James Davies. The projects structed in 1944. included two new elementary schools, North Hi Mount and Morningside, and addi- Immediately after World War II, the continued material shortages and high tions to Carlson, Clayton, Hubbard, and Oakhurst elementary schools. An addition building costs prevented the construction of new school projects. Overcrowded con- to George C. Clarke Elementary was added to the list, bringing the total to seven ditions at elementary schools were of particular concern. Due to the low birth rate projects. The first of these to be completed was the addition to Hubbard Elementary. during the Depression, the junior and senior high schools had fewer students and Other PWA school projects that were later added to the list included a gymna- their need for expanded schools was not as great. Some relief was found through the sium building for the Jennings Avenue Junior High School (the former Fort Worth use of temporary, prefabricated buildings on many school campuses. High School), Meadowbrook Elementary-Junior High School, S.S. Dillow In 1948, residents of Fort Worth approved an $8,250,000 bond program for the Elementary School, Arlington Heights Senior High School, Carter-Riverside Senior construction of new schools and additions to existing schools. Schools receiving High School, W. P. McLean Junior High, North Side Senior High School, additions under this program included South Hi Mount, North Hi Mount, Sagamore Polytechnic Senior High School, and Rosemont Junior High School. Other schools Hill, B. H. Carroll, Tandy, and Morningside elementary schools, and Arlington receiving additions included E.M. Daggett Elementary, Denver Avenue Elementary, Heights High School. New schools included Forest Hill (demolished), Bluebonnet, East McRae Elementary (demolished), Circle Park Elementary (demolished), Sam and W.J. Turner elementary schools and Diamond Hill-Jarvis High School. Three Rosen Elementary, and Washington Heights Elementary. In addition, the former A.J. combination elementary-junior high schools were constructed for black students Chambers School, which by the 1930s was known as the East Eighteenth Street under this program. They included Como, M. L. Kirkpatrick , and Dunbar. A few Colored School, was significantly expanded and converted into the new home of years later their completion, the schools were converted to combined junior-senior I.M. Terrell High School. high schools and the elementary students were transferred to new facilities. The schools constructed under the PWA program were of the highest quality Other bond programs followed in 1952 ($14,990,000) and 1956 ($20,000,000). and were representative of a variety of architectural styles. Perhaps taking the inspi- With these programs, new schools were being constructed in the new suburban ration from the restoration program then being undertaken at Colonial neighborhoods on the edge of the city and the majority of existing schools received Williamsburg, the designs of three schools, South Hi Mount Elementary and additions. Some schools, such as Arlington Heights High School, received additions Arlington Heights and Polytechnic Senior High Schools, were influenced by the in each of the three bond programs. More elementary schools for black students Georgian Revival style. Other schools were eclectic blends of Mediterranean or were also constructed. They included Amanda McCoy (demolished), Ninth Ward, Spanish Colonial/Baroque styling. These included McLean Junior High, Carter- Rosedale Park, Sunrise, Como, Dunbar, and Kirkpatrick. The James E. Guinn Riverside High School, Rosemont Junior High, and the addition to Lily B. Clayton School received a combination cafeteria/gymnasium/shop building. A new building Elementary. The designs of one school, North Side Senior High School, and the for the Brooklyn Heights Elementary School accommodated a largely Mexican- Jennings Avenue Junior High Gymnasium were influenced by the Moderne move- American population. ment. These post-war schools were designed by the city’s most prominent architects. The PWA schools received considerable public attention. The local newspapers They included Wyatt C. Hedrick (of Hedrick and Stanley), Joseph R. Pelich, and were filled with stories about the construction of the schools ad their subsequent Preston M. Geren. Other rising architects or firms included A.C. McAdams, openings. In addition, postcards featuring the four new (white) high schools were Herman G. Cox, William Lane, Robert Woltz, Easterwood and Easterwood, published by a local new shop. North Side Senior High School and the addition to Harkrider, Clark and Jones, and Olin Boese and Associates. Lily B. Clayton Elementary were included in the book Public Buildings: New school building practices, fueled by such reports as William Wayne Architecture Under the Public Works Administration, 1933-39, a work highlighting Caudill’s Space for Teaching: An Approach to the Design of Elementary Schools for PWA projects throughout the nation. Four schools, Carter Riverside, Arlington Texas in 1941, called for schools that were less monumental, not as ornate and with Heights, and Polytechnic Senior High Schools and South Hi Mount Elementary fewer stories than their early 20th-century counterparts. The designs of the new School were included in the 1940 publication, Texas Architecture, edited by Henry schools typically were influenced by the International Movement, a style that Whitworth. stressed linear composition, banding of windows, and flat roofs with overhangs. The I.S.D. also took advantage of other New Deal programs for the benefit for Other popular features included the incorporation of planter boxes near the the public schools. In 1933, the district hired Hare and Hare, a landscape architec- entrances or in lobbies or hallways, and the use of flat metal canopies over entrances ture firm from Kansas City, Missouri, to design improvements to school grounds in and along front walks or approaches. Although the buildings were not as highly conjunction with the Parks Department. The district received $500,000 from the detailed as earlier schools, wall surfaces could be enlivened by the use of different Federal Emergency Relief Administration through the Texas Relief Commission. colors of brick around windows or entrances (such as E.M. Daggett Junior High This work involved minor landscaping projects at nine schools. These projects were School), stone around entrances (Rosedale Park, M.L. Phillips, and West Handley completed by September 1935. The district then used Hare and Hare to draft a com- elementaries), and aggregate panels below windows (East Handley and Greenbriar plete landscaping program for the rest of the school system. It received funding elementaries). One of the last schools completed under these building programs, under the WPA program. In all, 54 schools were landscaped under this program. Wedgwood Junior High, used color and a variety of building materials for visual Many schools still retain WPA landscape features. Among the most notable features emphasis. These included an off-white brick for the (continued on page 12) Suburban Newspapers, Inc. August 29, 2019, PAGE 9

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HISTORY OF FWISD FROM 1940-2018 Until 1941, students went to school for 11 years. In 1941 a twelfth grade was added. The reasoning for this move was that students were graduating too young to enter college and university. Until that year, the public school system was divided as follows: elementary school for six years, junior high school for two years, high school for three years. All students who were either entering 7th or below continued schooling through the 12th grade. Those entering 8th grade and above would com- plete 11 grades. The last group of 11-year students graduated in 1946. By 1947, all students were attending 12 grades. Until 1944, if a female teacher married, she had to resign. Married applicants need not apply. Widows, however, were permitted to hold positions. In 1944, the Administrative Policy of the FWISD was amended to read, “In the selection of employees there shall be no discrimination against married women.” The next historic date in FWISD’s history came in 1954 with the Supreme Court ruling on integration. In the Brown vs the Topeka Board of Education, the Court ruled that separate was not equal and ordered the integration of schools all over the country. It was not until 1963 that FWISD began integrating its schools. For two decades, the FWISD initiated numerous programs in an effort to find an acceptable, efficient and equitable way to integrate the schools. Those efforts Lynda Monaco and Tanner. Renee Franklin with Rigby. included a stair-step method starting with the first grade. Other efforts included bus- ing, clustering of all-black schools with all-white schools, majority-to-minority 4Paws in Benbrook held an transfers, redrawing of school boundary lines, creating magnet schools, the closing Adoption clinic, Aug. 23 through 25 at some schools such as I.M. Terrell HS, Como Jr./Sen. HS, Kirkpatrick HS, and the newly constructed shelter. numerous elementary schools. Lovable fur babies were available The 1950s marked years of growth for the FWISD. Several outlying school dis- and ready to leave for their new homes. tricts were annexed. Among those annexed were Village Creek School District, John 4PAWS President Renee Franklin, T. White School District, and Littles School District. The 1960s witnessed the Vice President Lynda Monaco and annexation of Benbrook, Chapin and part of the White Settlement school districts. Volunteer Bobbi Ryan were on site for From the 1950s through 2015, many new schools were built and opened. individuals with questions who partici- In 1963, Elden Busby replaced J.P. Moore as superintendent of FWISD. He was pated in the event. the 11th FWISD superintendent. Upon the retirement of Elden Busby in 1967, ATTENTION BENBROOK Julius Truelson became FWISD’s 12th superintendent. CITY COUNCIL 1968 marked the opening of the first middle schools in Fort Worth. J.P. Elder, CANDIDATES! W.A. Meacham, and Riverside converted to middle schools along with the new Leonard Middle School. As a result of the changeover, three high schools were con- Make sure to send the Benbrook News your email address for verted to four-year schools. They were Amon Carter-Riverside, Diamond Hill- the upcoming Candidate Questionnaire. Jarvis, and North Side. Contact information will be kept FWISD has always endeavored to improve and find solutions to educational confidential and only used for problems. Early efforts included, in the 1970s, team teaching, individualized internal purposes. instruction, and continuous progress. The 1980s and 1990s saw the opening of Bobbi Ryan and Rosie. Email: [email protected] Ninth Grade schools and a move away from the team-teaching and open class con- cepts of the 1970s. FWISD began the 21st Century with the opening of Leadership Academies - - one for boys and one for girls. In 2015, the school board approved a plan to establish a Visual and Performing Arts School (VPA) and a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math School (STEM) in the I.M Terrell building. Gerald Ward became FWISD superintendent in 1975 followed by I. Carl Candoli in 1980. In 1987, Don Roberts replaced Dr. Candoli as superintendent. In 1991, the FWISD administration building moved from 3210 W. Lancaster to 100 University Dr., and in 1994, Thomas Toco became superintendent. In 2003, Joe Ross was named superintendent, followed, in 2005 by Melody Johnson. 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