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These stories in the PRESS: •Baytown Police help Rotary CHILI FEAST this weekend puppy •Career Fair HIGHLANDS – The ...... And more, Page 5 Highlands Rotary Club is set to put on their famous Chili Feast this coming Saturday, and you are in- ✯ vited. The chairman of the event this year is John Seaton, with the help of the IN THE four rotating presidents, Diana Weaver, Patricia STARS Scott, Charlie Ward, and Weston Cotten, along with all the members of the club. Also helping are the spouses of the club mem- Saturday, Feb. 3rd from 11 bers, the two Interact clubs a.m. until 3 p.m. EVENTS sponsored by the club, and The local crowd always local scouts. looks forward to socializing WED., FEB. 7 with old friends, eating CURIOSITY CRUISER You can smell that great Chili in the air, from now LAST YEAR’S WINNER WAS MALCOLM BUTLER, second from left, with Leon great chili, bidding on auc- Crosby Library Branch tion items, and anticipat- until Saturday. Hundreds Wilson, Turner Chevrolet salesperson, and granddaughter Payton Butler will host State of the Art will partake of Chester’s ing the winning numbers Mobility Library named Special Recipe chili, and and grandson Kip Butler. Behind the Butlers is the top prize in the Chili in the raffle. As the excite- “The Curiosity Cruiser”. then it will be gone. Feast Raffle, a new 2017 Chevrolet Pick-up truck from Turner Chevrolet. ments builds, tickets are Come and take advan- The Rotary Club’s 43nd With an amazing string of luck, Malcolm Butler has won the top prize drawn for the prizes, in- tage of an opportunity to Annual Chili Feast will cluding 15 items, plus the see The Cruiser, February three times in the history of the raffle and Chili Feast. Butler has won in take place at St. Jude’s 1988, 2000, and now 2017. Continued on page 10 7 at 10:30 am. There will Catholic Church Hall on Storytime in the library meeting room. After- wards, The Curiosity Cruiser will be open to tour. 135 Hare Rd., Crosby TX. 77532. Constable adjusts STATE REP. REMARKS THUR., FEB. 8 HIGHLANDS IRK SCHOOL DISTRICT CHAMBER BANQUET Annual Community for Best Practices Awards and Direct By Lewis Spearman personal reasons and our Installation, 6:30 pm - CROSBY – Constable deputy in Precinct 3 and on sexual harassment com- own State Representa- 9:00 pm at Monument Sherman Eagleton chose Dec. 27, 2017 he was pro- plaints arose concerning CROSBY – The school tive, the Honorable moted to Chief Deputy by Inn, 4406 Independence to bring his reorganizing Rivera. district here reacted to Briscoe Cain, has re- Parkway. 281-426-7227. Constable Eagleton to re- force to meet the public certain strange allega- quested some public clar- place Milton Rivera when Continued on Page 10 SAT., FEB. 10 they serve at Hungry tions by this District’s ification. Although the CRAFT & Jack’s for Coffee State Representative af- District is not at liberty With A Cop last CONSUMER EXPO ter they had announced and respectfully declines Thursday. 11a.m.-3p.m. Crosby the resignation of the Su- to publicly discuss details Having lost his High School, visit local perintendent. of any personnel situa- vendors as they display Assistant Chief Dep- From the desk of Car- tion, including this one, the goods and services uty Clinton Green- unique to the Northeast wood to a murderer, la Mills Windfont, Presi- the District can and does areas. Free entrance. and his Chief Depu- dent of Crosby ISD Board publicly state that Dr. ty to allegations of of Trustees comes, “As Moore’s personal reasons WED, FEB. 14 impropriety toward announced recently, Dr. for resignation did not in HEART female co-workers, Keith Moore resigned as any way relate to District SCREENINGS Eagleton is focused Superintendent of financial issues. Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital is on maintaining the Schools for the Crosby In- In addition, no alleged offering free heart highest standards of dependent School Dis- internal investigation re- law enforcement for screenings, 11:30 am - New Command and staff at “COFFEE WITH A COP.” trict for personal reasons. garding unaccounted-for Precinct 3 Consta- 1:00 pm. Please call 281- At left the new Chief Deputy for Precinct 3 Constable Following his resignation District dollars exists or 428-2273 to register. See ble’s Office. announcement, members needs to exist, the Dis- Chief Deputy Kirk Kirk Bonsal with Officer Captain Antonio Ford also AD, page 10. standing. Seated are Sergeant Tim Edmonds and of the Crosby community trict has received a posi- Bonsal was hired on have speculated regard- tive, full and complete THUR., FEB. 15 Jan. 1, 2017 to be a Deputy Robert Nobles with Constable Sherman CROSBY CHAMBER Eagleton, inside Hungry Jacks in Crosby on Jan. 25. ing the nature of those Continued on Page 8 BANQUET Annual Awards Banquet & Board Installation, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm. Monu- ment Inn, 4406 Indepen- dece Parkway. Visit Dancing with the Cougars www.crosbyhuffmancc.org for more inforation. CROSBY – the Second ed over by Michael Joseph Annual Dancing with the former Superintendent of BIRTHDAYS Cougar Stars was held Crosby ISD. Feb 2--Lisa Dammon January 26 at the Crosby Attendees that paid the Donny Herman Melissa Miley High School Cafeteria as entrance fee got to vote for Feb 3--David Buford CISD Teachers, adminis- their favorite dancers as Sammy Covey, Jr. trators and even a Pre- a panel of judges Feb 4--Harry New cinct 3 Deputy competed Proceeds benefitted Andy Scott win the coveted, spinning Crosby Education Foun- Chris West Mirror Ball. dation which funds grants Mike Getlemy The event was a fund for innovative teaching Feb 5--Angi Boudreax raiser for Crosby Educa- strategies in the class- Kyle McCain Geraldine Krampota tion Foundation that fea- room. Judy Powell tured the Aggie Dance was performed John Mouton Wranglers from Texas by Caroline Duda, Katie Feb 6--Josina Hovater A&M as the cap of the and Chris McGinnis, Rob- Tori Brumfield night. Then there also in Creed and John Ham- Feb 7--Chris Browder were the Crosby Middle mond. Precinct 3 Deputy School Star Steppers and Nobles was one part of DEATHS the Crosby Elementary three that took home one Iran Wilburn King School and Newport Ele- of the fabulous spinning Patsy Jean Dunn mentary School Dance Mirror Balls. Josephine Laura Teams. McCorvey Bruce See Dancing with The event was presid- Aggie Wranglers roused the crowd last Friday with sweeping dance steps. Cougars, page 3

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STAR-COURIER PHONES: 281-328-9605 • E-MAIL: GRAFIKSTAR @ AOL.COM • FAX: 713-977-1188 Star✯Courier / Press / NORTH CHANNEL✯STAR Page 2 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2018 ✯ C O M M U N I T Y N E W S ✯ Susan G. Komen Elementary school Casino Night charity attendance winners gaming fun

Photos by Carrie Pryor-Newman Randal O’Brien (back), Goose Creek CISD superintendent, and Pete Pape (right), board president, congratulate (front, from left) Edward Villanueva, Highlands Elementary principal, and students Giselle Valdovinos, third grade; Bert Dillow, second grade; Hank Barrientes, fourth grade and Amber Joseph, fifth grade, for Expressions were found to change quickest at the roulette wheel having the highest elementary attendance percentage, 95.99 percent, for the Saturday, Jan. 27 as Community Bank of Texas hosted the Susan G. third six weeks. Komen Casino night benefitting Susan G. Komen – Houston Affiliate, all of which followed the Susan G. Komen Fun Runs against Cancer earlier in the day. The event at Community Bank was presided over by School Board Recognition Month Patricia Vice, who became involved in the fight against cancer years ago for family and friends’ encounters with the disease. Tables were sponsored by local supporters including Community Resource Credit Union and Crawfish Shak. Players enjoyed a night of casino like gambling for prizes and the experience of fellowship and fighting cancer. Tables included the favored blackjack, poker, roulette and a dice table. Hector’s Of Crosby was the caterer of a delicious fajita meal with all the trimmings and sumptuous margaritas. The bargain of the night was that for $10 to charity one could buy $1,000 in chips and play until they burned at the tables or until winnings were amassed enough to buy prizes that included a 9 m.m. pistol. a fabulous fishing trip and a wonderful trip to Oregon.

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Dancing with The Cougars, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 HLS&R School Art Contest Winners

Alfredo Vega (middle), third- grader at Carver Elementary, is congratulated by Randal O’Brien, Goose Creek CISD superintendent, for receiving the Elementary School Gold Medal in the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo School Art Contest. With him is his art teacher Harry Barber.

It looked like Disco had returned inside the Cafeteria of Crosby High School last Friday as Precinct 3 Deputy Nobles performed at the Seoncd Annual Dancing with the Cougar Stars.

Photos by Carrie Pryor-Newman

Randal O’Brien (back), Goose Creek CISD superintendent, congratulates Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo School Art Contest High School Special Michael Joseph actually raised money by promising not to apply his pun Merit Medalists (from left) Paris Landry, 12th grade, Ross S. Sterling High (or punishing) humor if those in attendance would support the dancers School, art teacher Annie Watson; Larissa Solis, 12th grade, RSS, art teacher with their dollar votes. Annie Watson; Erin Ouano, 11th grade, Goose Creek Memorial, art teacher Above dancers from four different venues of dance won accolayeds and Johnna Morris, and High School Gold Medal Winners Marisa Gates, 12th; the fabulous spinning Mirror Ball. The event was a way to raise money to grade, GCM, art teacher Johnna Morris and Skylar Newton, 10th grade, fund specialized courses at Crosby ISD and benefitted Crosby Education GCM, art teacher Johnna Morris. Foundation. Maximum Tax Savings

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Brady Briefing: Three steps toward a better Building American retirement In Prosperity 2018 (NAPSI)—For seniors who have already entered working taxpayers retirement, there are By U.S. Congressman keep more of their some important things Kevin Brady income is just one of that can be done in 2018 the many ways the new to make it better and more fulfilling: President Trump tax cuts bill is improv- will deliver his first ing lives in our na- 1. Consider your State of the Union tion—and it’s only the spending. Create a budget and track your Speech this week. My beginning. As each new expenses. guest is Jim “Mac” part of the tax law McInvale, a successful takes effect, families Most experts say you’ll businessman, founder will see more of the need at least 70 to 80 percent of your current of Gallery Furniture benefits. That means a and world-class income to live the same stronger economy with lifestyle in retirement, so philanthropist who more jobs, fairer taxes, embodies the Ameri- after you figure what and bigger paychecks you’ll get from Social can Dream. for Texans and taxpay- Security and any other President Trump’s ers nationwide. income sources, you’ll first year has ener- * * * need to create a nest egg gized the sluggish U.S. Governors urge congressional that can throw off that economy he inherited I’m relieved Senator much without your by balancing regula- Schumer and Congres- having to use any of the tion and enacting the sional Democrats leaders to pass disaster aid funding principal. first tax reform bill in reversed course and Also, your retirement 31 years—which I’m joined Republicans to can last for a good long AUSTIN — Gov. Greg proud to have au- reopen the govern- ✯ time. According to AARP, Abbott and the governors a healthy, upper-middle- thored. ment. What a needless shutdown—and for of California, Puerto Rico STATE CAPITAL class couple who are 65 In just one month what? An unrelated and Florida on Jan. 24 today have a 43 percent since the tax cuts were agreement on immigra- asked U.S. House and HIGHLIGHTS chance that one or both signed into law, more tion with a deadline Senate leaders to hurry partners will live to see By Ed Sterling 95. Financial planners than 250 American weeks from now? up and pass supplemen- businesses have tal disaster funding, and now advise that you announced pay raises, The shutdown hurt to send the legislation to withdraw no more than 3.5 percent a year out of bonuses, expanded our troops, delayed President Trump. cision here of promptly your savings for both your crucial Harvey disaster “Over the past several terminating disputes maternity and paterni- regular expenditures and ty leave, and increased aid, and risked chil- months, we have received about the legality of a dren’s health insurance numerous assurances one-time items like a new 401(k) contributions. past policy by taking an roof or a big vacation for for more than 400,000 that adequate disaster Some have already undisputedly lawful the money to be around funding was imminent,” announced major new Texas children and course going forward,” as long as you are. the governors wrote in a investments here in pregnant mothers. Paxton said. With tens of thousands joint letter. “Its continued 2. Take that dream trip the U.S. exceeding while you can. Research delay only exacerbates Special Ed: Survey 30,000 new jobs, and of Texas victims of by Joseph K. Goodman of ongoing uncertainty in open others have reversed Hurricane Harvey Washington University in waiting for assistance, devastated areas. Simply The Texas Education their decision to move put, the communities St. Louis, and Sarah Lim Senate Democrats, led Agency on Jan. 23 made at Seoul National Univer- their company over- devastated by these by Schumer, are still available an online sur- sity, South Korea, among seas—now they are storms cannot be com- refusing to approve the vey to solicit feedback others, shows experiences staying here in Ameri- pletely put back together $81 billion disaster from the public on its bring more happiness ca. until the federal govern- relief bill passed by the draft corrective action than things. You want to ment makes good on its These daily reports GOP House last year. plan for special educa- get in as many good times underscore the steady promise to our citizens. If tion. as you can while your was joined by 12 other progress our economy Regardless of where ever there was a time and The survey, available health holds out. you stand on illegal role for the federal gov- states in filing a court is making under on the agency’s website, Another impetus: ernment to urgently help brief urging the U.S. Su- President Trump’s immigration and is open to anyone wishing Many hotels, resorts, its citizens rebuild com- preme Court to overturn leadership and the DACA—is it reason- to provide input on the restaurants, attractions munities damaged by ep- a lower court ruling that Republican-led Con- able to shut down the draft plan. and tour operators offer ochal disasters, now is would prevent the Trump gress. With a new tax government over it or At the direction of Gov. special discounts for older the time to step up and administration from Abbott, the TEA drafted code built for growth, hold crucial Harvey travelers. For example, fill that role.” phasing out the Deferred an initial corrective ac- I’m confident our disaster aid hostage? for less than $100 you can The letter, signed by Action for Childhood Ar- tion plan concerning sup- get a lifetime pass that Regrettably, too economy will continue Abbott, California Gov. rivals program in March. port and delivery of lets you enjoy every many Democrats in to improve. In fact, the Jerry Brown, Puerto Rico The ruling, issued by a special education servic- national park in the next boost is just Congress have their Gov. Ricardo Rosselló, U.S. District Court in es in public schools. The country. Ask when you around the corner. priorities wrong. and Florida Gov. Rick California earlier in Jan- draft addresses issues book about discounts for * * * Instead, they should be Scott, was addressed to uary, blocked the federal identified in a recent fed- seniors and you may save working with Republi- U.S. Senate Majority government from phasing enough for an extra trip In the coming days, eral monitoring report, cans and the President Leader Mitch McConnell, out DACA, an Obama-era including the proper or two. Texans and all Ameri- in a bi-partisan way to R-Kentucky, Senate Mi- policy. identification of special 3. Inventory your can workers will begin find common solutions. nority Leader Chuck Paxton, in the text of education students and assets for sources of cash. to receive their first the 36-page brief, in- * * * Schumer, D-New York, assuring access to servic- For example, take a good paycheck since the Tax U.S. House Speaker Paul formed the Supreme es at the local level. look at any life insurance Cut and Jobs Act went After reading the Ryan, R-Wisconsin, and Court that Texas would policy you no longer need. into effect. Under the classified memo on the House Minority Leader be forced to consider Reported: 6 measles It could be sold for a new law—which political abuse of the Nancy Pelosi, D-Califor- whether to file suit chal- cases significantly greater lowers rates for Foreign Intelligence nia. lenging the June 15, 2012 The Texas Department amount than the policy’s Americans at all Surveillance Act I am The governors also memorandum by Presi- of State Health Services cash surrender value through something called income levels and calling for its release to said in their letter, dent Obama that created on Jan. 23 announced a Life Settlement. You get nearly doubles the the public. The memo “While no longer front DACA and provided for that six measles cases a cash payment and the standard deduction— is disturbing and raises page news in Washington its continued implemen- among unvaccinated peo- D.C., ongoing suffering tation. It is furthermore purchaser assumes all the federal govern- serious concerns. A ple in Ellis County were future premium payment will take less of full, thorough investi- becomes more acute the stated that such a chal- being investigated. lenge would be brought ments in exchange for the your paycheck for gation into possible longer Congress waits to DSHS officials have by June 15, 2018, in or- benefit. Candidates for income taxes.For a privacy, procedural and finish its work and pass advised health care pro- der to avoid issues about life settlements are criminal violations is a substantial disaster viders in the area to take family of 4 living in the possible application of typically aged 70 or older, Conroe or The Wood- needed. This is not how supplemental funding precautions and consider with a life insurance package” for critical relief a six-year statute of limi- lands making $92,113 FISA should work. measles as a possible di- policy that has a death measures in communities tations. that could be as much agnosis in patients with benefit of at least damaged by “epochal di- “Without this court’s as $2,632 in 2018— a fever and rash in addi- $100,000. U.S. Congressman sasters.” prompt intervention, the tion to a cough, runny that’s a big deal! Kevin Brady chairs the district court’s injunction Such a sale could nose or conjunctivitis. improve retirement for Letting hard- House Ways and Means Paxton files DACA could last for over a year, The highly contagious frustrating the very pur- many, yet fewer than half Committee brief nature of measles means of American seniors are pose of the executive’s de- Texas Attorney Gener- it is possible that more aware of the option. al Ken Paxton on Jan. 25 cases will occur in the That’s one reason the Life community. 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WCCCC By Linda Gilmore Anchor Club presented the Campus. The Pilot Club on providing prevention BrainMinders™ program BrainMinders™ Buddies gave out over 200 activity education to the general is to dramatically decrease Career Fair West Chambers County Puppet program on Janu- books and 20 helmets. public, children, caregivers the number of brain injuries. The Weast Pilot Club, Inc. members ary 26, 2018, to 2nd Grade Pilot International’s and professionals in the community. Chambers County along with members of the students at the Barbers public service campaign, Hill Elementary North BrainMinders™ is focused The primary goal of the Chamber of Commerce Barbers Hill High School (WCCCC) is partnering with Barbers Hill Schools and Lee College to bring you “Connect with Industry” Career Fair this Saturday, February 3, 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon at Barbers Hill High School, 9696 Eagle Drive, Mont Belvieu. The public is invited to attend this fast-moving, educational event designed to inform and assist citizens in their career search. BrainMinders™ Helmet Winners Group 2- Barbers Hill Elementary North Companies Campus) 2nd Graders: Hudson Benoit, Jayde Thompson, Kade Shumate, participating include BrainMinders™ Helmet Winners Group 1 - Barbers Hill Elementary Gwyneth Chen, Abby Tallant, Mason Johnson, Chase Fleming, Nevaeh Covestro, Enterprise North Campus 2nd Graders: Mathi Kuppuswamy, Dylan Wilson, Kason Chavez, Preslee Lewis, and Luke Biddy. Maci Johnson, Kash Arnold, Kay- Products, ExxonMobil, Park, Katelyn Castolenia, Allison Schubert, Jordan Maldonado, Greyson lin Campbell, Sadie Millslagle, Jackie De Le Rosa, Nathan Fuentes, Sebas- Lone Star NGL, Targa Wells, Maddox Dyler, Ava Storie, and Mia Rodriguez. tian Davis, Jayden Robles, Noelia Rivera, and Jase Stoner. Barbers Hill High School Anchor Club members: Hayley Harris, Mcken- and Turner Industries. Barbers Hill High School Anchor Club members: Hayley Harris, Mckenzie zie Gibson, Rachael Reynolds, Alyssa Gonzales, Rania Droubi, and Arial Gibson, Rachael Reynolds, Alyssa Gonzales, Rania Droubi, and Arial Pin- Even if you do not see Pinion. an industry-based job ion. in your future, the interview skills exercises and resume writing tips are invaluable to any job New marketing theme: “We Grow Giants” seeker. By Gilbert Hoffman gram is aimed at local citi- pect of the video was a list Jones Library zens and businesses, to of the “giant alumni” who February events Speaking at a local Ro- raise their pride in the city have graduated from tary club, in Highlands, and the school district, but Goose Creek schools and February Story Hours Goose Creek CISD Execu- also as a way of attracting gone on to top careers. •February 7, 2018 tive Director os Support more economic develop- These include Roger Book: That is My Services and Strategic ment to the area, said Fox- Guenther, chairman of the Dream! Planning Kevin Foxworth worth. To that end, the two Houston Port Authority, Craft: Footprint revealed the details of the entities hired a marketing Judge Jennifer Walker El- Pathway to Change new marketing plan firm, and the message has rod, Darren Walker, presi- Synopsis: It’s Black known as “Here We Grow been displayed on bill- dent of the Ford History Month! We will Giants.” boards, television, and in Foundation in New York, begin our reading time Foxworth is well known print. There is also a web- Alan Green, a Broadway discussing a few of the locally, as he was the prin- site, www.herewegrow actor, and Dr. Terry Dean famous figures we cipal at Highlands Junior giants.com. King, a reknowned cardi- celebrate during black School, and later at Ster- Foxworth showed his ologist. history month such as; ling High School. He is audience a video presenta- Foxworth went on the Ruby Bridges, Mae proud of the fact that HJS tion, with attractive pic- mention the accomplish- Jemison, Rosa Parks, is the only secondary tures of area landmarks, ments of current students, Harriet Tubman, George school in Goose Creek Kevin Foxworth, spokesperson for the Goose such as the San Jacinto including 12 national Washington Carver, CISD with an Examplary Creek CISD and Baytown new marketing monument, parks, and new champion of the History Barack Obama, Jackie state rating. program, “Here We Grow Giants.” buildings. It also inter- Fair in Washington D.C. Robinson, and Langston He said that the idea for viewed various students Also an Early College Hughes. We will then read this marketing program could do more to promore careers.” And just as impor- that have been challenged High School, a STEM an illustrated copy of started with Baytown its record of success. tantly, “our kids go on to by the school district, and Academy, All-state Chami- Langston Hughes’ famous Mayor Steven DonCarlos The message is “our stu- premier universities.” gone on to success. ons, and the award of $12 poem; That is My Dream. who felt that GC CISD dents to on to successful This marketing pro- Another interesting as- million in scholarships. For our craft we will be tracing our feet and writing down what we can do to help change the world. Our pathway of Baytown Crime Stoppers Board honors sponsors change will be displayed in the library throughout the month of February. By Susan Passmore •February 14, 2018 Book: If You’ll be my Campus Crime Stoppers Valentine sponsors from junior schools Craft: Love Bug and high schools were hon- Valentines Card ored at the recent Crime Synopsis: Happy Stoppers Sponsor Apprecia- Valentine’s Day! We will tion Banquet for their work be having an extra special in helping to keep campus- Story Hour today! During es safe from the threat of circle time we will be violence, illegal drugs, weap- singing and dancing to ons and other dangerous ac- songs all about love. We tivities. The event was will then read our story catered by Rooster’s and about a little boy showing held at the Baytown Com- his whole family love on munity Center. Decorations Valentine’s Day by were provided by Carolyn Cheryl McClarity, spendiang time with Francis, Robert Francis, Ei- coordinator and them. For our craft we will leen Hall, Bruce Simpson caseworker for the be making adorable love and Carolyn Simpson. Baytown Police bug cards, complete with Wayne Hanson, chair, Department’s Domestic Photos by Susan Passmore a cute poem inside. We welcomed guests, and Violence Unit, tells guests Crime Stoppers Campus sponsors are honored by the Baytown Crime Stoppers Board at a will then go pass the George Ward gave the invo- at the Crime Stoppers recent banquet at the Baytown Community Center. Pictured are (from left) Sgt. John Butler, cards out to our friends in cation. Officer Randell Mor- Sponsor Appreciation Crime Stoppers program coordinator; Lauren Fox from Highlands Junior School; Peggy the senior citizens center! ris presented statistics for Banquet how she and her Cayton, Stephenie Stults and Roxie Brown from Cedar Bayou Junior School; Chief of Police When we are through the eight schools that par- department help others Keith Dougherty; M.J Nolan from Horace Mann Junior School; Michele George from Gentry visiting with them, we will ticipated in the Campus escape from abuse and Junior School; Steve Denton from Ross S. Sterling High School; David Garza from Horace head over to Parker Park Crime Stoppers program in violence. Mann Junior School; Jody Roberts from RSS and Officer Randell Morris. for a picnic! Everyone 2017. One hundred tips needs to bring a blanket were received, resulting in to sit on, a sack lunch for 13 disciplinary actions, six you and your child, and grams at Goose Creek CISD Soriano-Nolan and David Violence Unit, spoke to the Friends for Life Program, snack to share with the arrests, 20 cases cleared, schools. Campus sponsors Garza, Horace Mann Junior group about her work in which encourages students group. We will talk about $365 in narcotics recovered are Amy Kaminski, Bay- School; Shonda Clark- handling cases of abuse and to report issues such as bul- the newest feature in the and $1,825 total rewards town Junior School; Roxie James, Goose Creek Memo- domestic violence. She was lying, cyberbullying, sexting, park; A Little Library! paid. Brown, Stephenie Stults rial High School; Enrique De accompanied by Paulina dating or family violence/ Please bring a gently Baytown Chief of Police and Peggy Cayton, Cedar Leon, Robert E. Lee High Carrillo, Domestic Violence abuse, gang activity, suicid- used book to donate to Keith Dougherty, Sgt. John Bayou Junior School; Sarah School and Steve Denton Unit caseworker. al tendencies and sexual ha- Butler and Hanson present- the little library! Capastani, Michelle George and Jody Roberts, Ross S. “The Campus Crime rassment on campus by ed sponsors in attendance Jones Public Library and Leanne Leslie, Gentry Sterling High School. Stoppers Program contin- another youth, Campus with a Visa gift card, thank- Junior School; Brenda Ay- Cheryl McClarity, coordi- ues to grow and help reduce Crime Stoppers plays a ma- 801 S Cleveland St ing them for working with Ste A. Dayton TX 77535 ers and Lauren Fox, High- nator from the Baytown Po- crime on our campuses. In jor role in keeping campus- the Crime Stoppers pro- lands Junior School; M.J. lice Department’s Domestic conjunction with the es safe,” Sgt. Butler said. Star✯Courier / Press / NORTH CHANNEL✯STAR Page 6 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2018 ✯ S P O R T S & C O M I C S ✯ SUPERBOWL LII Patriots want to tie Steelers with 6th Lombardi prize: Eagles looking for backup Foles to carry them to title

One of the most tumultuous seasons in NFL history (players protesting the National Anthem, ’s declining at-game attendance and TV ratings, continuied serious injuries to star players) KEENEY comes to a conclusion on Sun- BY day in Minneapolisat U.S. Bank Stadium when the New England KORNERMIKE KEENEY Patriots take on the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LII. NFL Commissioner Roger what makes him perhaps the gles were underdogs in both of slow start to the season, the New tons, 743 yards, 4 TDs), Gronk, come. The core of this New En- Goodell has to hope this ultimate GOAT (Greatest Of All Time). He England defense improved gland team has played in seven game of ultimate games is the their home playoff games against or deep threat Brandin Cooks is a master at taking what the greatly behind defensive coordi- (65 receptions, 1,082 yards, 7 straight AFC title games and four best ever, and it has a good Atlanta and Minnesota and will enter as the underdog in this defense gives him, so if that nator Matt Patricia's guidance. TDs). In the AFC title game, of the last seven Super Bowls. chance of being just that. means using his running backs one), he would become the sec- This will be Patricia's last game Cooks had a nice day with six During Belichick's reign, the And it's a good thing they as recievers, so be it, or dinking as Belichick's DC, as he will Patriots have played in eight big are playing this game indoors. ond Westalke quarterback to win receptions for 100 yards. This a Super Bowl, the first being and dunking to his wide receiv- become the head coach of the will also be offensive coordiantor games in the last 18 years, a The projected high temperature ers. When a big play presents Detroit Lions once this game remarkable accomplishment in for Sunday is 13 degrees,with a Drew Brees, who led the Saints Josh McDaniel's final game as to the Lombardi Trophy with a itself, you can be sure Brady concludes. The Patriots are Belichick's OC. He is expected to perhaps the most difficult of team projected low of -3. Tell me again (4,577 yards passing, 32 TDs) tough against the run, which sports. The Eagles don't have why playing in a cold weather win over Indianapolis in 2010 be named the head coach in following the 2009 season. will be ready to strike. means Philly head coach Doug Indianpolis following SB LII. the playoff experience the Pats city is a good idea? Brady will be facing a very Pederon, a former backup QB to do. Defensive end Chris Long The Patriots, led by head The Patriots are looking to Don't be surprised if become the only team in NFL good Philly defense on Sunday. Brett Favre, might want to attack McDaniel calls on a Kenny Britt, played for the Pats a year ago coach Bill Belichick and quarter- The Eagles can bring pressure a suspect NE secondary. and won his first title. Pederson back Tom Brady, will be looking history to win back-to-back Su- Phillip Dorsett or Rex Burkehead per Bowls twice. They won in from their front four and have Foles has plenty of options to come up with a key play in the will lean on his knowledge of the for their sixth Lombardi Trophy, fast an quick linebackers who in the passing game. He has two team to help the Eagles prepare which would tie them with the 2004 and 2005 and are the de- game. fending champs heading into No. can drop into coverage. Their solid wide outs in Alshon Jeffery This should be a close for this one, but remember, they Pittsburgh Steelers for the most secondary is solid as well and (62 receptions, 874 yards, 11 are taking on the master in Beli- in NFL history. The Eagles, who 52 after rallying from a 28-3 defi- game that goes down to late in cit at NRG Stadium last Febru- loves coming up with the big TDs) and Nelson Agholor (62 the fourth quarter. The Eagles chick, so that may or may not were the best team in the NFL turnover to turn games in their receptions, 827 yards, 8 TDs) have much affect on this game. (that's tough for the Cowboy fan ary. proved after Wentz went down New England had to rally favor. In the NFC title game, and one of the best tight ends in that they are not a one-man And there is one other fac- to admit!) until Dec. 10 when defensive back Patrick Robin- the league in Zach Ertz (74 re- tor to consider in who wins this quarterback Carson Wentz was from a 10-point deficit with less team and have enough pieces in than 10 minutes left in the AFC son's 50-yard interception return ceptions, 824 yards, 8 TDs). In place to pull off the upset. The game. There has been some lost for the season with a torn for a touchdown turned the game the NFC title game, Jeffery speculation that this could be the ACL injury, have rallied behind Championship game against Philly offensive line is one of the Jacksonville to return to defend in the Eagles favor and it was caught five passes for 83 yards best in the NFL and they should swan song for Belichick and back-up quarterback Nick Foles pretty much lights out for the and two touchdowns, the biggest Brady (I don't buy into that one to reach their third SB in team their title as Brady connected be able to give Foles time to with wide receiver Danny Amen- Vikings after his pick six. Robin- being a 53-yard score late in the make plays downfield. New En- bit) and what better motivation history. son's score tied up the game and second quarter that turned the than to go out on top with a sixth Foles struggled a bit after dola (7 receptions, 84 yards, 2 gland must pressure Foles early. TDs) for two fourth-quarter it was all downhill for the Eagles game into a route. Ertz had eight If they let him get comfortable as Lombard Trophy to hoist. New taking over for Wentz, but he after that. catches for 93 yards in the title England will have to replace both came through when his team scores to save the day for NE the Vikings did, that secondary fans. The Patriots won without Offensivley, the Eagles game and will be motivated to could be in for a long day. coordinators in the offseason, needed him the most in the NFC have plenty of weapons for Foles out do Gronk in the biggest but somethning tells me Beli- title game against the Minnesota the services of All-Pro tight end But New England has a Rob Gronkowski (69 receptions, to turn to. They have two capble game of the year. pretty fair QB themselves in chick has two names already in Vikings and their No. 1 ranked and productive running backs in Brady also has a load of place. defense. Foles, an Austin West- 1,84 yards, 8 TDs) who sus- Brady and when your team tained a concussion late in the Jay Ajayi (946 yards, 1 TD) and weapons to turn to offensively. needs to pull off a drive late in Again, I expect a competi- lake product, threw for 352 yards LeGarrett Blount (766 yards,2 Running back Dion Lewis will tive game and I think the Eagles and three touchdowns to lead second quarter and did not re- the game, there's no better quar- turn. Gronk is in the NFL's con- TDs). Philly acquired Ajayi from take care of the running game, terback in history than No. 12. have a real shot in this one, but Philly to a 38-7 route of the Vi- the Dolphins after he sulked his while James White, SB LI's hero, they don't have Brady. Look for kings and a spot opposite Brady cussion protocol, but he should He's proven it time-after-time be good to go come Sunday. way out of Miami. He gives the will be the pass-catching back on and big-game pressure does not No. 12 to be the difference mak- and Co. Eagles the speed threat at run- third down situations. When he er once again as the Patriots win Should Foles pull off a third Even without his top offen- phase him, just ask the Atlanta sive weapon, Brady was still able ning back, while Blount is used in wants to spread the ball out, he Falcons. Experience could also Lombardi Trophy No. 6. My pick, straight underdog win (the Ea- short-yardage situations. After a to pull out the victory and that's can turn to Amendola (68 recepi- play a huge factor in the out- New England 27, Philadelphia 24 ✯ ✯ THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2018 Star Courier / Press / NORTH CHANNEL STAR Page 7 ✯ L I F E S T Y L E P A G E ✯

Patsy Jean Dunn Josephine Laura and wife Crissie, two ✯ Mrs. Dunn loved to read McCorvey Bruce grandchildren, Mike Em- and her favorite books mons and Michelle Em- were Louis Lamar and the mons Bagley, three great OBITUARIES The King James Bible. grandchildren, Amelia Ba- In her retirement years, gley, Isaac Bagley and Bret she was an active member Bagley, along with several of the Immanuel Baptist nieces and nephews, and her “Hall Family” friends. Church and was the Iran Wilburn King Another passion of his Visitation took place at Church Treasurer. She San Jacinto Funeral Home was fishing. He was fa- was in charge of the mous for being on the wa- from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 Church Prayer chain up ter before the sun came up a.m. Monday, January 29, and not leaving the water until just 2 weeks ago. followed directly by the fu- until just before the sun Her Mother Evelyn neral services at 10:30 a.m. set. For over 30 years, the Crouch, her Father R.Q. A brief graveside service Martin and grandchild, was held at the adjacent family freezer remained JOSEPHINE LAURA Kris Ellison preceeded her San Jacinto Memorial stocked full of fish McCORVEY BRUCE fillets...often enough to Patsy Dunn left this in death. Park. In lieu of flowers we passed away Wednesday, would like to suggest con- feed the neighborhood. earthly home on Thursday She leaves behind: January 24, at the age of Even at the age of 81, Jan 25th to spend eternity Her children and their sider making a memorial 90 in Pasadena, Texas. gift to First Christian Bill was an avid reader. He with our Heavenly Father, spouses: Josephine was born De- would consume books like Church of Pasadena in Jo- Jesus Christ. Mrs. Dunn Billy & Velma Ellison cember 8, 1927, in Dallas, sephine Bruce's memory. nobody we've ever seen. was born on Sept 25th, Kenneth and Yong Elli- Texas to Willis Eagleton On average he would read 4848 Preston Rd. Pasade- 1935 and passed Jan. 25th son and Minnie Lee McCorvey. Iran Wilburn (Bill) about 2 books per week. na, Texas 77505. 2018. She was 82 years old. Denece Johnston She was a lifetime home- King, 81, passed away When he wasn't watching Mrs. Dunn lived a full David Robert Ellison maker, with a short stint peacefully in St. Lukes ESPN or reading, he loved early in life as a secretary. Hospital at 10:47 am, Jan- listening to Bluegrass of life, marrying Billy Ellison She has 8 Grand Chil- Sr, at an early age and to- dren 14 Great Grand Chil- She outlived three hus- uary 20, 2018, with his any kind, but Bluegrass bands, John Emmons, J D gether, they had four children and 1 Great Great closest family members Gospel is what he enjoyed Moses and Grady Bruce. holding his hand. He will most. There were many dren, and lived in Odessa, Grand Child. After her first marriage be remembered by many times he would open the Tx. They moved to Mona- She also leaves her she returned to Galena BIBLE TRIVIA as an avid sports fan and garage door and fill the hans, Tx. In early 1963. brother James and Bonnie Park, Texas, where she had by Wilson Casey fisherman, but more im- cul-de-sac with his favorite They were very involved Damron, and her sister attended High School and portantly as a genuine, vi- songs. with their family, and Gloria Jean and Billy Joe remained the rest of her 1. Is the book of Song of brant man who never met If there was anything spent time boating, camp- Dunn. She has many niec- life there, close to family Solomon in the Old or New Tes- that trumped all else, it a stranger. Bill was born ing, fishing and later mo- es and nephews along with members. tament or neither? May 21, 1936 in a small was Bill's love of family, torcycle riding. friends and extended fam- In her later years she 2. From Revelation 21, what town in northeast Louisi- including his wife of 47 Mrs. Dunn was a Girl ily. was both a participant, as perfectly square city is described ana called Newellton. He years, Sherry, and his as having walls made of jasper? Scout Leader for her Rest in Peace Patsy well as a volunteer at Her- spent most of his youth in grandsons, Kolby and Ky- New Damascus, Jericho, New daughter, Denece. She Dunn. A Celebration of itage Hall Senior Center in Ferriday, LA. He told ler. When he wasn't on the Jacinto City, Texas, her Jerusalem, Philadelphia loved to garden and can Patsy’s life will be held on countless stories of the field helping coach those home away from home. At 3. Who became leader of the the fruits of her labor. She Tuesday, January 30, 2018 State Championship foot- two boys, he could be heard the Hall she was present- children of Israel after Moses' ball teams of Ferriday from the bleachers, over collected historical postage 7pm at Sterling-White. ed with several certificates death? Isaac, Joshua, Aaron, High School that he was a everyone else, cheering stamps, dolls and coins. Services have been en- of appreciation for her de- Abraham part of in the early 1950's. them on. She loved to crochet, do trusted to Sterling-White voted and invaluable ser- 4. Saint Luke said Jesus He later spent several If one were able to sum needlepoint and knit. Funeral Home 11011 Cros- vice there as well as from was about how old when he be- years traveling the world up Bill King's legacy, it What ever she did, she did by-Lynchburg Rd. High- the Interfaith Ministries gan to teach? 20, 30, 40, 50 as an employee of Hydril could be done in 2 it well. lands, Texas 77562. To for Greater Houston Re- 5. What is the biblical word words...be kind. The mes- Co. in the oil industry. Mrs. Dunn was the fam- send the family condolenc- tired and Senior Volunteer of "Didymys" translated as? Sin- It's doubtful that any- sage that can be heard in ner, Heathen, Teacher, Twin ily historian and spent es please visit Program. one watched more sports his favorite song "You 6. What was the trade occu- many hours and days re- www.sterlingwhite.com Josephine was preceded (of almost any kind) than Don't Love God (If You in death by her parents; pation of Paul? Shepherd, Car- Bill. He loved the LSU Ti- Don't Love Your Neigh- searching the Ellison, penter, Tentmaker, Tax collector Watts, Martins, Crouches brothers Donald, Neal, El- gers and would keep track bor)" was exactly how he wood, Raymond and Allan; and Mooney families. of anything to do with LSU lived his life. sisters Zelle, Edith and ANSWERS: 1) Old; 2) New athletics. He was the most Cremation by: Black- She managed conve- Margaret. She is survived Jerusalem; 3) Joshua; 4) 30; 5) devoted Houston Astros well & Vazquez Woodfor- nience stores in Monah- by her son Melvin Emmons Twin; 6) Tentmaker fan, and as fate would have est, 750 Uvalde, Houston, ans, for many years. it, he was able to witness TX 77015, 713-453-1900 them win their first World Series title in team history.

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HOLINESS isville Rd., Highlands, 281-426- 77523. 281-576-5452. ¥Bible Missionary Church, Be alert. Continue strong in 5557 UNITED PENTECOS- 10246 Fairfax St., Jacinto City. God is our refuge ¥ Crosby New Hope Baptist 713-671-3500. the faith. Have courage Church, 18319 FM 2100, Cros- TAL CHURCH by, 281-328-6086 METHODIST and be strong. and strengh, a ¥ Pentecostals of Crosby502 ¥Old River Terrace United Meth- BRETHREN Pine at Hwy 90 Crosby, TX odist Church, 16102 East Free- 1 Corinthians 16:13 very present help ¥ Crosby Brethren, 5202 1st St., 77532(281) 328-5054. Sunday way, Channelview, TX. Crosby, 281-328-2442 10 AM. Wednesday 7 PM. Pas- 281-452-2861. in trouble CATHOLIC tor Kerry D. Lee ¥Galena Park United Methodist, Rise in the presence of the ¥ Holy Family, 7122 Whiting 1705 1st. St., Galena Park, TX. aged, show respect for the Rock, Baytown, 281-426-8448 Channelview, Jacinto City, 713-672-0245. Psalm: 46:1 ¥ Sacred Heart, 915 Runneberg ¥Holy Trinity United Methodist, Galena Park, Houston elderly and revere your God. Rd., Crosby, 281-328-4871 13207 Orleans St., Houston, Leviticus 19:32 ¥Second Street Church of Tx. 713-453-7203. For corrections or new listings, call 281-328-9605 Star✯Courier / Press / NORTH CHANNEL✯STAR Page 8 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2018 ✯ A S K T H E E X P E R T S ✯ Goose Creek ISD Heart Screening holds Career Night program finds allies

Photo by Carrie Pryor-Newman Student athletes dying because of hidden heart problems the traditional Santiago Barajas (left) from Gentry Junior School and Louis Toussaint (second sports physicals do not detect prompted Scott and Melody Stephens with from left) from Highlands Junior School work the controls at the Project Lead the the Cody Stephens Go Big or Go Home Memorial Foundation to sponsor Way table as Owen Buntin (second from right) from Ross S. Sterling High School a massive effort with Alahna Kessler, Mary DeBauche with Who We and John Tremmel, teacher and coach at RSS, observe at the recent Career Night, hosted by the GCCISD Career and Technical Education Department. Play For and KPRC2 Bill Spencer KPRC2 / Click2Houston in screening 576 young hearts at Kingdom Builders’ Center - The KBC with the Cameron Juniel Project. Fifteen werre flagged and thirteen will require more extensive tests. School District irked, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 HOUSTON – Last Sunday. The Cody to team up again in the audit for the last fiscal new Superintendent lated to Moore’s resigna- week some major inter- Stephens Foundation future. This was our year, and a comprehen- leadership on behalf of tion is unknown to me at ests in preventing Sud- paid for the screening second largest screen- sive financial due dili- the students, parents, this time.” den Cardiac Arrest got with the generous help ing ever and is a good gence review was staff members and citi- Cain is a Deer Park together to screen from our sponsors. We model going forward.” performed by District zens of the Crosby ISD lawyer, the same area young athletes at King- found 13 students that After the news sto- staff, attorneys and con- community. We hope ev- that tried unsuccessfully dom Builders’s Center. are being sent to more ry ran Scott said he sultants, an independent, eryone will join us in that to hire away Crosby’s Screenings were extensive tests as they heard from 3 other nationally-recognized important effort.” Athletic Director last funded by the Cody may have serious is- families that lost son’s rating agency, and inde- Briscoe Cain, R.128th week, and defeated Stephens Foundation, sues. These follow up to SCA. One in King- pendent institutional in- District Texas House of Wayne Smith, a Vietnam according to Scott tests are being given wood, one in The Wood- vestors in connection Representatives, a fresh- Veteran, during the last with the January 18, man that voted against election. Stephens of Crosby, free by Dr Thomas De- lands and another in 2018 public sale of the the consent agenda last Cain continued, “Tax- “We were able to team bauche in his cardiolo- Atlanta, Georgia. first installment of bonds session, was quoted in an payers have paid enough, up with Cameron Ju- gist office. Hopefully all “These families want recently approved by Dis- article in the Baytown and they deserve better. niel’s parents, Who We their conditions an be to get involved in the trict voters (the proceeds Sun Thursday, January I’m calling upon the Play For, KPRC, Wind- dealt with in an easy, mission of preventing from which will be deliv- 25, as having said, “It has school board to clarify the sor United Methodist timely manner and the loss of our students ered to the District on come to my attention that nature of Moore’s resig- Church and Memorial they can go on to live to SCA.” concluded February 15, 2018). The an internal investigation nation and to publicly ad- Herman Hospital to long heart healthy Stephens. Board’s focus now is and at Crosby ISD is on-going dress the concerns of the screen 576 young lives. Cody and Cam- continues to be moving regarding taxpayer dol- many parents who have the District forward in a lars that are unaccount- reached out to me indi- hearts ages 11-25 last eron’s foundations plan constructive and positive ed for, whether the vidually.” fashion to transition to accounting issues are re- ✯

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DRIVERS HELP WANTED LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE WANTED Crosby, TX: Drivers: Field representative REVISED BID DATE The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Houston District will hold a series of $5,000 Sign-On! at local plant sites for INVITATION TO BIDDERS public meetings regarding the I-10 East Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) study. Big Miles=Big inventory of surplus ADDITION TO FIRE STATION, JACINTO CITY, TEXAS The study encompasses I-10 East from I-69 in Harris County to SH 99 (Grand Parkway) in Money!!. Company, equipment and mate- Sealed bids, in duplicate, on Bid Forms provided, addressed Chambers County. The I-10 East PEL study is a high-level, early-planning process. The Lease, or O/O. CDL- rials. Knowledge of to The Mayor and City Council, City of Jacinto City, Jacinto City, goal of a PEL study is to gather feedback during planning to inform the environmental A, with H&T End. various equipment Texas, Harris County will be received at the City Hall, 1301 Mercury review process, including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). 866-451-4495 and materials desir- Drive, Jacinto City, Texas 77029 until 4:00 p.m. Thursday, 01-4 able. Needs to be de- FEBRUARY 8, 2018 and then publicly opened and read during The public meetings will be held on four separate nights and will be open house formats pendable and with the Thursday, FEBRUARY 8, 2018 Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m. (no formal presentations) from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. vehicle. for furnishing all labor, material, and equipment and performing all ¥ Tuesday, February 13, 2018, Barbers Hill High School, 9696 Eagle Drive, Mont Belvieu, Classified ADS Call 281-328-2900. 281-328-9605 work required for the construction of “Fire Station Addition”. TX 77580 5-2 Accompany Bids with acceptable Cashier’s or Certified Check ¥ Thursday, February 15, 2018, Goose Creek Memorial High School, 6001 East Wallisville in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total amount bid in the Road, Baytown, TX 77521 Base Bid, payable without recourse to the City of Jacinto City, or a ¥ Tuesday, February 20, 2018, Channelview High School, 1100 Sheldon Road, Channelview, Bid Bond of like amount from an approved surety company, as a RENT/LEASE RENT/LEASE TX 77530 guarantee that bidder will enter into a contract. Successful ¥ Thursday, February 22, 2018, Mickey Leland College Preparatory Academy for Young contractor will provide insurance and performance bonds as Men, 1700 Gregg Street, Houston, TX 77020 Huffman Hollow 3 BEDROOM detailed in Instruction to Bidders, and a list of experience with Apartments 2 BATH New Home similar projects, and references. The City of Jacinto City reserves The purpose of the public meetings is to introduce the I-10 East PEL study and receive comments on information collected to date. Additionally, TxDOT would like to receive input 25000 FM 2100 For rent in Old Cros- the right to reject all bids, or choose a contractor in their best on issues and ideas for future corridor goals. Huffman, TX 77336 by. 618 Nelson. interests, regardless of cost. $1,450/ mo. Plans and Specifications will be available from a DropBox link, 281-324-4556 Maps of the study corridor and exhibits will be available at the public meeting. This Call 281-705-9640 https://goo.gl/UZW3Pe or purchase them from B and E 1, 2, & 3 bedrooms information will also be available for review by appointment Monday through Friday from 02-2 Reprographics, 3664 Walnut Bend Lane, Houston 77042 at non- Now Available 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding state holidays, at the TxDOT Houston District Office, refundable cost. Two sets of drawings are required, a Base Bid 1 & 2 Bedroom 7600 Washington Avenue, Houston, TX 77007. To schedule an appointment, please contact set and an Alternate Bid set, plus hardware schedule and project Handicap Accessible Pat Henry, P.E. at (713) 802-5241. Project information can also be viewed at manual. Examine documents at the office of the architect, Hoffman- Units https://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/projects/studies/houston/houston-pel-i-10.html. Section 8 accepted Liu Design Associates, 5906 Star Lane, Houston TX 77057 or at Rent ranges from Only 16 Dodge Data & Analytics, AGC Plan Room, VIRTUALBX.COM, Written comments may be submitted at the meeting; by mail to the TxDOT Houston District $600 to $900. ISQFT.COM, other plans rooms, and City Hall in Jacinto City. Office, Director of Project Development, P.O. 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Bonsal comes to the de- sal graduated new car or truck. The the first Cadillac given partment from the District from the FBI grand prize last year was away, and later won again, Attorney’s Office where he National Acad- won by Dan and Mary and Larry White won in was Captain over the In- emy in Quanti- Mims of Northshore. This 1996 and again later. ternal Affairs, Supplemen- co, Virginia year it might be you. The The runner-up in the public is welcome. drawing, with the 699th tal Services, Background where for 11 REMARKABLE LUCK ticket drawn, was Jennifer Recruiting Departments weeks he un- Last year’s raffle saw an McCann, daughter of the over eleven years. About derwent the amazing display of luck for late Dickie Woods. She won 100 Peace Officers are re- prestigious the winner. As the day pro- a 42” television. tained by the District At- training for gressed, anticipation grew Those who buy a raffle torney’s Office to work Law Enforce- as to who would win the ticket this year, can win cases like officer involved ment. The FBI new vehicle, the top prize one of many valuable priz- shooting, civil rights viola- Academy is of- in the raffle. When the last es. These include gift cards, tions, and excessive use of ten called the number was drawn, the a Fit Bit activity tracker, a force. West Point for winner was Malcolm But- bose bluetooth speaker, a Prior to that Bonsal Cops. the study added 17 Command, advanced de- ing for Precinct 3 but can- ler of Crosby. Butler had an Kindle Fire HD, a PlaySta- worked for Pasadena Po- course hours to his Higher grees and prefers members not be named yet because amazing string of luck, as tion 4, an Amazon Echo, a lice Dept. as Detective Ser- Degree. of the best talent. I am he was an out of state in- this is the third time he Nintendo Switch, a Brown- has won the club’s raffle for ing Game Camera, a Go geant. Before that “It was like a graduate honored to be selected for spector Police Officer. He a new car or truck. In 1988 Pro Camera, a Shotgun, a freshman period in law en- school for cops.” smiled this position.” is a licensed attorney as Eagleton is said to be was Deputy Greenwood. he won a Chevrolet Subur- Yeti cooler, and a 42” TV. forcement, he served the Bonsal, “Sherman let me ban, in 2000 he won a pick- The Rotary Club uses implementing a Best Prac- He was previously working U.S Coat Guard for 4 years go to the academy in keep- up truck, and this year he the proceeds from this with the County Attorney’s on Active Duty and two ing with his plan for the tice Paradigm as recog- has the winning ticket for event throughout the year, years active reserve inter- highest standard for train- nized by Texas Police Office but has been out of a choice of a car or truck for community projects, dicting drugs and smug- ing, education and experi- Chief’s Association and the state for five years and from Turner Chevrolet. scholarships, and interna- gling. He has a Master’s ence for Command Staff. International Association must again pass his Law Only two other times tional projects. Degree in Criminal Justice Sherman’s vision for Pre- of Police Chiefs. Enforcement Certification has the raffle had a multi- These goals are met from Sam Houston State cinct 3 values varied expe- The new Assistant Chief for the State of Texas. ple time winner, when in with the support of the University. Recently, Bon- rience in Law Enforcement Deputy is currently work- 1983 Gladys Burton won whole community.