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Alvin,TX 77511
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Council hears update from police chief
Alvin Blue Santa monthly
meetings are held the first
Thursday of each month at
By Judy Zavalla Department Lt. Todd Arendell has been reward him for all his hard work. I plan Shooting Range.
the Alvin Police Department,
Staff Reporter promoted to a Captain position for the Al- to have lots more work waiting for him “On March 7, council members voted
1500 S. Gordon St. Alvin Blue
vin Police Department. “When I arrived I when he returns from vacation,” laughed to spend $300,000 on a shooting range.
Santa raises money to assist
During last Thursday’s Alvin city assigned Arendell a lot of work. I asked Chief Lee. Thus far, there is no plan in place for the
children in our community. For
council meeting, a surprise announce- him to have it done in three months. He During the Public Comment Section of completion of that range. You have put
more information, call (281)
ment was made by Alvin Police Chief completed everything, and I want to ex- the meeting, Jason Edwards, a local busi- the cart before the horse. This idea came
221-2583.
Robert E. Lee. Long time Alvin Police tend my thanks to him for that. I want to nessman, spoke about the planned Alvin See Council, page 2
A Women’s Instructional
Network Class & Orien-
tation for members of the
American Business Women’s Talented Author
Association will be held from
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Thursday,
Aug. 8 in the private meeting
room at Golden Corral, 9115
Broadway (FM 518) in Pear-
land. For reservations contact
Bryan Davis at [phone]
or [email protected].
The 11th Annual Women’s
Center of Brazoria County
Fundraiser will be held Aug.
9-11 at the Brazoria County
A new program of the Alvin Police Department takes officers out
Fairgrounds, with a live auc-
of their vehicles at locations where drivers are required to slow
tion, live band, motorcycle
or stop during the normal course of their driving activity such as
ride, raffle for a Harley-David-
stop signs or red lights. Officers will observe vehicles as they slow
son motorcycle, and a barbe-
or stop and will enforce traffic offenses such as expired motor ve-
cue cook off. Barbecue plates
hicle registration, expired motor vehicle inspection, seat belt and
will be sold Aug. 10 and 11.
child restraint. A minimum of two officers will be utilized during
For more information, call
program operation for safety. The goal of this static traffic pa-
[phone].
trol program is to increase driver awareness of their surroundings
The grand opening of the and compliance with state traffic regulations. During the first five
Alvin Dog Park, located at months of 2013, the City of Alvin has had 289 motor vehicle ac-
Briscoe Park, will be held at cidents reported. It is hoped by increasing driver awareness that
this number can be reduced.
10 a.m., Aug. 10. The park of-
fers an area for small dogs, pet-
County supplies
friendly drinking fountains,
and dog-washing stations.
Alvin resident Bill Crider has recently completed his lastest mystery. “Compound Murder” "cooling stations"
Gleaner Full Gospel
is an addition to his Dan Rhodes mystery series. (Staff photo by Judy Zavalla)
Church will host a blood drive
to benefit Dezma Benitez and
Many members of our com- “With temperatures hitting
Theresa Zeigler from 8 a.m.- Crider Writes New Mystery
munity are living with little to the century mark or higher, con-
2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 10. To
no air conditioning. As the sum- cerns over health issues for el-
schedule an appointment, visit
mer temperatures continue to derly, young, and those in need
www.giveblood.org. Log in to By Judy Zavalla two different publishers. “Writing is a crazy
rise, the risk of health problems have prompted action,” said
Digital Donor and enter spon- Staff Reporter business,” he said.
for infants, the elderly and those Murphy Rankin, Executive Di-
sor code M102. Or if you pre- It normally takes Crider three to four
with respiratory illness greatly rector at ActionS, Inc. of Brazo-
fer, call Mary Whatley at (281) Well known Alvin author, Bill Crider, has months to complete a book. “And, when that
increases. ria County.
331-3329. just completed his latest book in the Dan day comes, it is a great feeling,” he declared.
“Health is one of the build- To help combat the stifling
Rhodes Mystery book series. Crider began He writing career first began with western
ing blocks for a good life, and summer heat, United Way of
The Capt. Gilbreath his career as a professor at Alvin Community novels and tales of horror written under a pen
staying cool is a vital part of Brazoria County and ActionS,
Falls-Absolom Hooper DAR College in 2002 and is currently enjoying his name.
staying healthy. Therefore, it is Inc. of Brazoria County have
Chapter will sponsor a free retirement days. He has also written children’s books. Crid-
important to do whatever we can partnered with the Brazoria
DAR Genealogy Workshop “I will admit to my classroom career being er is the winner of two Anthony Awards and
to help members of our commu- County Library System to create
from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., the best job on earth,” he laughed. “I most was an Edgar Award finalist.
nity beat the heat,” said Gloria cooling stations throughout the
Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Alvin enjoyed the students I was able to interact He collects old paper back books and base-
Luna, Director of Community county.
library for females 18 and old- with. I enjoyed peaking their interest in writ- ball trading cards.
er. For more information, call ing,” he added. Crider’s mystery series centers on Sheriff Services for United Way of Bra- See Cool, page 2
zoria County.
281-372-6388. “I have lost count of how many books I Dan Rhodes and the cases he works to solve.
have written. I believe the number would be In “Compound Murder”, Earl Wellington, an
Lions plan Casino Night
Stephen F. Austin Commu- somewhere between 70 to 80 books. I enjoy English instructor, is found dead just outside
nity Health Center will host a writing and I write a lot,” he admitted. a community college campus.
Back to School and Wellness Most of his books have been published by See Crider, page 2
Health Fair from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.,
Aug. 10 at 1111 W. Adoue in
Alvin. Screenings, hair cuts,
back-to-school physicals, fun On This Day In History...
and games. For more informa-
tion, call [phone], Ext.
1102.
Aug. 4, 1914 – England declares war on Germany; U.S. de-
U.S. Coast Guard Auxil- clares its neutrality
iary Flotilla-61 will meet at
Aug. 5, 1936– Athlete Jesse Owens wins his third Olympic
9 a.m., Aug. 10 at the Alvin
medal at Berlin Olympics
Senior Center, 309 W. Sealy.
Aug 4
The group meets the second Aug. 6, 1926– Warner Bros. Studios premieres first talking
Saturday of most months. For pictures, called Vitaphone films Through
more information, call (281)
Aug. 7, 1942– Battle of Guadalcanal takes place; first U.S. Aug. 11
650-4185 or visit http://join.
offensive in WWII
cgaux.org.
Aug. 9, 1940– Battle of Britain, or “The Blitz,” begins
The ROCK (Reflection of Aug. 10, 1921– Franklin D. Roosevelt stricken with polio
Christ Kingdom) Church
Aug. 11, 1909– S-O-S distress signal first used by an Ameri-
See Spots, page 2
can ship, the “Arapahoe,” off Cape Hatteras, N.C.
Today’s Devotion
LIQUOR WHITE’S LIQUOR
By Judy Zavalla Friday, Aug. 9. The event will
O God, Thou hast taught Staff Reporter be held at Joe’s Banquet Cen-
LARGEST SELECTION IN AREA
me from my youth: and ter, 1300 East State Highway
DRIVE THRU WINDOW
hitherto have I declared The Alvin Noon Lions Club 6, beginning at 6 p.m.
2 MINUTES TOWARD GALVESTON
Thy wondrous works. will host a Casino Night on See Lions, page 2
ON HWY. 6
Psalm 71:17 281-331-3469
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Cool
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From Aug. 1 to Sept. 27,
the Brazoria County Library
system will open its doors for
those that need relief from the
heat. Residents may take ad-
vantage of the cooling stations
when the heat index is predicted
to be 100 degrees or higher on
Monday through Saturday. The
service will begin each day at 1
p.m. until the library closes on
those days.
“Our libraries strive to fill
whatever needs we can in the
community. By partnering with
ActionS and United Way and
using our branch libraries as
cooling stations, we are letting
people know that the Brazoria
County Library System is more
than books,” said Tom West,
the Adult Program Coordinator
ActionS clients recently went on a field trip to the Alvin Antique Mall and tearoom. Once these clients for the Brazoria County Library
return to their homes each day, they might have little or no way to cool their places of residence. Ef- System.
fective Aug. 1 all Brazoria County Libraries can be used as cooling stations for those elderly residents, For library hours and loca-
infants and other residents with health issues. (Staff Photo by Judy Zavalla) tions, visit http://bcls.lib.tx.us/.
Crider
Council
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There appeared to have been a centric cast of characters,” said
from one of the council mem- Additionally, neighborhood the streets during these special Office and a Supervisor posi- struggle before he drew his last Publishers Weekly.
bers who received less than 80 patrols have begun. During each events. tion for the jail, and complete breath. Throughout Rhodes’ in- "The comments continue by
votes which sent him to serve shift, five neighborhood patrols Lee’s research also found District Attorney bags will be vestigation, additional suspects saying, "Few will be able to
as a council member for his dis- are to be completed. The pa- that 23 licensed officers would sent to Angleton with the video/ continue to pop up. resist Crider’s Brand of broad
trict,” Edwards said. trols are to be made in specific have been suspended in August audio of offenses. This should “Crider expertly evokes this humor, eccentric characters and
At that point, Mayor Gary neighborhood. It is believed this because of incomplete required help in case presentation, he small Texas town and its ec- the murder.”
Appelt reminded Edwards that will increase police visibility training. Training has begun to said. A stove and an ice ma-
he was not allowed to make and presence. Officers are also prevent this. Coffee with Cops chine have been purchased with Lions
comments aimed at one council required to make five business allows residents to have cof- seized money, said Lee.
member in particular. Edwards contracts. fee with the Police Chief and Police Supervisors on duty Continued from page 1
apologized and continued. “They will be checking for to voice their concerns to him. are encouraged to carry ice
“I am giving the City of Al- unlocked doors and windows Many residents have been sent coolers containing bottles of
vin 60 days from today to come and interacting with business to jail where they set out their water with them in order to help
up with a plan of action for owners. During those contacts, sentence rather than to pay their prevent possible heat strokes
building this $300,000 project. they will also work as foot pa- fine and heat exhaustion. New uni-
We are receiving no return on trol officers,” Lee said. He has created a plan where forms are being selected by the
taxpayer money,” he said. He Operation Clean Sweep has these offenders can get a two officers and all police equip-
also told council members that recently been introduced to the day release from a judge and ment has been inventoried. Lee
should no plan be created by the City. There have been 150 door they are given 30 days to work also hopes to implement three
60 day deadline, he would wage hangers placed throughout the out a payment plan or to per- motorcycle positions in the near
a campaign against them for the city to explain the ordinances form community service. future. Plans also call for an
money they wastefully spent. and penalties. Officers will be The officers of the Alvin Po- Animal Control Supervisor and
While speaking, Edwards predominately dealing with re- lice Department are also work- a Records Supervisor position.
told council he believed they peat offenders. Static traffic pa- ing on becoming a Texas Rec- The department will also be
had put their boat in the water, trol is being used to check for ognized Department. Lee said working to become a recog-
but had no hook, no line and failure to stop at a red light or that he wants his department to nized animal patrol agency.
no fish. “You have no plan,” a stop sign. Officers will also be a professional organization The organizational chart will
he concluded. “Several council be checking for no seat belts as composed of a dedicated group help to eliminate four corporal
members are business owners. well as current vehicle registra- of people. positions and instead create Tommy and Becky Peebles were heard to be yelling, “Come on.
How many of you would spend tion and inspection stickers. Other accomplishments for three lieutenant positions which Big Money” during the casino night.
$300,000 with no plan on how Lee has also moved the Street Lee’s department include: a will save the city $41,000 the The Lions Club of Alvin ship, Alvin ISD Education foun-
to proceed with your purchase? Crimes Unit to the street. This 100 percent inventory of the first year. was chartered in 1936 and is dation, Alvin Food Pantry, ARC,
The clock is ticking. If there is unit will be working to curb property room, plans to create More plans will be announced believed to be the oldest exist- the Brazoria County Women’s
no plan, I will demand a repay- drug deals and gang activity. a Supervisor for the Dispatch at a later date. ing civic organization in Alvin. Center, Keep Alvin Beautiful,
ment of the money spent,” he This is targeted at providing The club meets on the first and the Humanitarian Project, Hand
Our website
concluded. Alvin residents with a better third Wednesdays of each month and Hand Daycare, Helping
In other business, Chief Lee quality of life. This unit is also at noon. The meetings are also Hand, Meals on Wheels, Alvin
includes: Letters,
also presented his innovations working to crack down on pros- held at Joe’s Banquet Center. Youth Baseball, Alvin Commu-
to the Police Department. He titution. News Stories, Proceeds from the Casino nity College Scholarship, Alvin
acknowledged he had tried to Crime prevention is also be- Night will help with the follow- High School Project Gradua-
find the department’s Mission ing stressed to hotel/motel own- Local High School Sports, ing: eye exams and glasses for tion, Alvin High School Close
Statement, and asked officers to ers and manufactured home needy young people and adults, Up Program, Alvin Youth Soc-
Obituaries
get behind him and to help cre- park owners. Crime Preven- the Texas Lions Youth Camp cer, BACH, Thelma Ley An-
ate one. tion Officer Ruben Solano will and and the International Sight Con- derson YMCA, Peace Poster
“The vision of our department serve as the liaison for this pro- servation Programs. The follow- Contest, Search/Rescue, Alvin
states an exceptional team; ex- gram. Lee has also asked hotel Classified ads that run in the paper. ing agencies are also financially Girls Softball, Junior Achieve-
ceptional service,” he contin- and motel owners to notify him helped by the proceeds from ment, Alvin Little League and
Check us out:
ued. “We are attempting to give when large events will be com- Lions Club fundraisers: Alvin Boy Scouts.
ownership in our department to ing to Alvin. He hopes he will Community College Top Schol- For ticket information, call
alvinsun.net
our employees,” he explained. be able to put more officers on ar, Alvin High School Scholar- Chad Dudley at 281-388-5000.
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SPEAKING SOFTLY & CARRYING A BIG SPIKE
Lady Jackets’ Purcell lets action do talking on volleyball court
By Stephen Collins opponents through the 2012 sea- selections by the Texas Sport-
Sports Editor son with 548 assists, 272 digs, writers’ Association.
203 kills, 69 service aces and 34 The accolades have continued
Elyssa Purcell isn’t exactly blocks. to roll in for 2013 as well with
the most vocal volleyball player The Lady Jackets finished as Purcell being among 39 indi-
on the court. the 22-5A runners-up with a 12-2 viduals named to the All-Greater
The 5-9 Lady Yellowjackets’ mark and knocked off North Houston Area Preseason Volley-
junior setter is the first to admit Shore during the bi-district round ball Team by another publica-
that. She rather let her actions for their first playoff win since tion.
do the talking and Alvin Head 2003. I really didn’t expect that,”
Coach James Stahl wouldn’t Along with sharing district Purcell said about the selection.
have it any other way. MVP honors, Purcell also joined “I went to (Houston’s) Compass
“You can’t underestimate how teammates Madison Andrews, Stadium and we got pictures tak-
quiet Elyssa is, because she’s Sarah Collier and Taylor Horsfall en. They then did a
always desperately wanted to as all-state honorable mention See Purcell, page 4
work hard to succeed,” Stahl
said. “Her game speaks well on
the court and she’s always been
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committed to working hard.
“Since she was 7 or 8, Elyssa
was the kind of kid that after
practice who would go home
and hit in the backyard.”
That relentless work ethic
paved the way for both the Lady
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a decade in 2012 and several
Wednesday, August 14th
postseason accolades for the
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two-year starter.
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Purcell (or “E” as her team-
Behind Popeyes on Bypass 35 facing Mustang Rd.
mates call her) provided an all-
around net assault on Alvin’s On August 14th
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Texas Parks & Wildlife to mark
100th Anniversary of Old Tunnel
FREDERICKSBURG – Old Tunnel State free-tailed bats from May through October. ericksburg & Northern Railroad, was aban-
Park will host a celebration of the 100th “For the kids, we will be offering bat doned in 1942 due to financial difficulties
anniversary of the first train’s steaming crafts, a storybook trail and face-painting,” and the success of bus service between the
through the only tunnel on the San Antonio says Nyta Brown, Old Tunnel State Park two cities.
Fredericksburg & Northern Railroad’s 24- superintendent. “We’ll also have interpret- The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Prices based on income.
mile rail line on Saturday, Aug. 17. ers from Enchanted Rock State Natural purchased the 16 acres, which includes the
Assistance may be available for people An afternoon of activities, many geared Area and Lyndon B. Johnson, Blanco and 920-foot long Old Tunnel, in 1991 to oper-
ages 18-21 out of high school. toward youngsters, begins at 1 p.m. and Guadalupe River state parks on hand doing ate as a wildlife management area. Due to
ends at 5:30 p.m. with a talk on the history demonstrations and providing information the large number of visitors, the property
of the railroad and tunnel by a member of about their parks.” was transferred to the State Parks Division
the Kendall County Historical Society. Af- According to an article on the Texas in 2011 to become a state park.
ter the event, visitors are invited to stay for Transportation Museum website, the long- Old Tunnel State Park, which is located
the nightly bat emergence from the tunnel. awaited rail service in 1913 out of Fred- at 10619 Old San Antonio Road, is open
The first 70 visitors can pay $5 to walk ericksburg cut the usual travel time by year-round from sunrise to sunset. Bat
Specializing in children 3 mos. & up. the half-mile nature trail down to the lower mule-drawn stagecoach from the Texas viewing occurs nightly from May through
viewing area to see the bat emergence up Hill Country burg to San Antonio by more October. There is no fee to watch the bat
We accept Medicaid, CHIP, AETNA, BCBS, close. than a day and a half. The SAF&N railroad emergence from the upper viewing area.
United Concordia & some other private insurances. Tickets will go on sale about 6 p.m. Seat- connected with the main San Antonio & The lower viewing area is closed Monday
ing for the lower viewing area is limited to Aransas Pass rail line between Waring and through Wednesday, May through October,
1111 W. Adoue St. • Alvin • 281-824-1490
70 visitors. Comfort. but is accessible the rest of the week via
Any remaining visitors can watch from The railroad’s 24 miles of track through a half-mile, primitive trail by paying a $5
the upper viewing area for free. rugged hill country terrain required 24 fee. Visitors must stay on designated trails
Approximately 20,000 people visit the bridges and trestles, and the blasting of a and are not allowed inside the tunnel.
state park each year, primarily to view the tunnel through a limestone hillside at the Call [phone] for up-to-date bat
bats emerging from the abandoned rail tun- highest point along the route about 11 miles emergence information. For directions and
nel in their nightly search for insects. The southeast of Fredericksburg and 13 miles to learn more about Old Tunnel State Park,
tunnel is home to approximately 3,000 cave north of Comfort. visit: http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/old-
myotis bats and up to 3 million Mexican The rail line, by then known as the Fred- tunnel.
Ofreciendo:
Coach sends out notices
• Obstetricia 2013 Alvin High
• Control de la Natalidad
for AHS Cross Country
• Histerectomias
School Football
• IUD’s & girls’ track teams
• Enfermedades transmitidas
sexualmente
Schedule
The Alvin High School Cross Country team will begin manda-
• Visitas de salud
tory practices on Monday, Aug. 5 at 7 a.m.
Dr. Joy Carter • Cirujia minimamente invasiva
Practices will be held Monday-Friday until school begins.
Date Opponent Place Time
Woman’s Care of Mainland Athletes will meet at Alvin Memorial Stadium, near the field-
house. Aug. 23 Victoria West (scrim) There 10 a.m.
1125 N. Highway 3, Suite #130A
Athletes MUST Aug. 30 Friendswood There 7 p.m.
Texas City, Texas 77591
have a completed Sept. 6 Klein Forest Here 7 p.m.
Telefono: 409-908-0134
physical on file be- Sept. 13 Brazoswood There 7 p.m.
Fax: [phone] fore they can begin Sept. 20 Bye Week

these practices as Sept. 27 *Sam Rayburn There 7 p.m.
Horario- Lunes-Virnes 8:00-5:00
well as the $20 in- Oct. 4 *Manvel Here 7 p.m.
Se aceptan la mayoria de seguros
surance fee. Oct. 11 *Pearland Here 7 p.m.
Asociado con Mainland Medical Center
Athletes who do Oct. 17 *Dobie There 7 p.m.
Website: www.woman’scareofmainland.com not complete the Au- Oct. 25 *South Houston Here 7 p.m.
ENGLISH VERSION PUBLISHED ON WEDNESDAY gust workouts will Oct. 31 *Pasadena There 7 p.m.
be unable to com- Nov. 8 *Pasadena Memorial Here 7 p.m.
pete in meets early
in the season.
2013 Manvel High
Athletes should
come dressed to run
and bring their own School Football
water. Last chance
physicals are avail-
able at AHS in Gym 3 on Aug. 3 at 9 a.m. Schedule
Cost is $20 cash and requires a parent signature.
Please email Coach Orozco at [email protected] with ques-
tions or check out the cross country team website: http://www. Date Opponent Place Time
alvinisd.net//Domain/2263
Aug. 16 Tri-Scrimmage:
The Lady Jacket track team will hold tryouts the week of August
Brenham & Lamar Here TBA
26-30, in the athletic period.
Aug. 23 Spring Dekaney (scrim) There TBA
These tryouts are only for athletes wishing to be in the track off
Aug. 30 Spring Here 7 p.m.
season program in the fall.
Sept. 6 North Shore There 7 p.m.
Athletes must have a completed physical on file and must bring
Sept. 13 Galveston Ball There 7 p.m.
the $20 insurance fee. Athletes should also bring workout clothes/
Sept. 20 Bye Week
shoes and a combination lock on the first day of school.
Sept. 27 *Pasadena Memorial Here 7 p.m.
In addition, athletes should be prepared for these tryouts and
Oct. 4 *Alvin There 7 p.m.
should be working out on their own up until school begins. Last
Oct. 11 *Dobie There 7 p.m.
chance physicals are available at AHS in Gym 3 on Aug. 3 at 9 a.m.
Oct. 18 *Pasadena Here 7 p.m.
Cost is $20 cash and requires a parent signature. More detailed
Oct. 24 *Sam Rayburn There 7 p.m.
information about the tryouts is available on the team website.
Nov. 1 *Pearland Here 7 p.m.
Please email Coach Orozco at [email protected] with ques-
Nov. 7 South Houston There 7 p.m.
tions or check out our team website: http://www.alvinisd.net//Do-
main/2057
Purcell
We’re all on the
Road of Life... Continued from page 3
interview asking me about our players coming back on our While ranking among the
Sunday 10 am & 6 pm
season and what we wanted to team. If we work really hard, team leaders in aces last season,
Wednesday 7 pm happen this year. It was a neat we have a chance to beat them. Purcell said she hopes to im-
experience.” “I think we can definitely go prove her game behind the line
While last season broke a farther than we did last year. by delivering more jump serves
long playoff dry spell for Alvin, Keys for us will be good de- this fall. Leaps at the net will
~ Meet Us At ~
Purcell thinks 2013 could be fense and a powerful offense. be mostly left to her teammates
even better. The Lady Jackets We just need to play as a team.” as Stahl plans to use Purcell
29788 Highway 6 E.
were the only district team to Just as the Lady Jackets look primarily at the setter position
Alvin, TX
win a set from defending cham- to take the next step in both the after she split playing time at
pion Pearland, even forcing the district and playoff ladders, setter and outside hitter during
(between Alvin & Santa Fe)
Lady Oilers to rally here for Purcell still seeks ways daily to her first two seasons.
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a dramatic five-game triumph elevate her game. “It will definitely be a new
late in the regular season. “I think I’ve gotten better as a challenge for her this year,”
Heiman Ranch Dog Boarding “We’re hoping to go to play- player overall,” she said. “Even Stahl said. “We’re going to run
offs again, beat Pearland and looking back at videos from last a 5-1 so she’s going to set a ma-
get first in our district,” said year to my club season, I feel I jority of the time and not get
“Let Your Dog Have a Vacation Too” Purcell, who joins an impres- was a lot better altogether both as many hitting opportunities.
sive returning cast of Andrews, setting and hitting. She’s gotten a lot of respect in
Your pet will have a 9’ x 10’ or 6’ x 8’ Climate Control • Indoor A/C & Outdoor
senior middle blockers Saman- My strongest area is setting the area based on her hitting
private A/C Suite with doggie door to Security Cameras • Bathing • Onsite Resident
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Your pet can go in and out all day and Background Music • Geriatric Care ham, junior middle blocker and in college. If I go to a Division I she wants to do this year.
see other animals that live at the ranch.
Groomed Playyards sister Kelsey Purcell, junior School, most of the girls are go- “How well we do will depend
We also have a “Spa Day” which
Multiple Discount • Country Setting
includes a playday, bath, trimmed toe- outside hitter Parker Ercums ing be 6-foot, so I’m not going on how well she sets.”
nails and massage for $30.00 (longhair $20.00 per 24 hours and Horsfall (a sophomore libe- to be able to hit. I just need to A challenge Purcell may qui-
$40.00)
ro) to the Alvin fold. “So hope- work on not forcing too many etly tackle, but still bring a loud
We require vaccination records including Bordatella.
fully we can do that with many sets to the middles.” work ethic.
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Obituaries
Bessann and worked with Texas Equi- Alice Marie Café in New Braunfels, Texas. her parents, Joseph and Fran- dren’s Hospital, 6977 Main St.,
Search. They also owned and operated cis Macek; her husband, Acie Houston, TX 77030 or at www.
Richards She is survived by her hus- Macek Houston Scale Company in Langdon; her sister, Patricia shrinershospitalsforchildren.
band, Chris Oxley; her parents, Houston and they retired from Rawlings. org.
Oxley Brad and Linda Richards of Al- Langdon their business in the late 1980s. Alice is survived by her Condolences may be sent to
vin, Texas; sons, James R. Seals She worked as a nurse for sev- sisters, Millie Dabbs and Ju- the Langdon family in care of
and his wife Taryn and David eral doctors and also as an eye die Divin; brother, Raymond Jeter Memorial Funeral Home
Tyler Seals, both of Alvin, Tex- tech for an optometrist. During Macek; and many relatives and at www.jeterfuneralhome.com.
as; brother, Brandon Richards her younger years, she was a cherished friends. Arrangements under the
of Alvin, Texas; two grandchil- Worthy Matron of the Eastern Friends were cordially invited direction of Jeter Memorial
dren, Madison A. Seals and Ma- Star. to the visitation with the family Funeral Home.
son T. Seals; and many relatives After retirement she worked on Wednesday, July 31, 2013
and cherished friends. part time at Alvin High School from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.,
Visitation was held on Tues- in the cafeteria and in the ad- with the Wake/Rosary service
day, July 30, 2013 at 5:30 p.m., ministration office. In her later beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the
followed by the funeral service years, she volunteered at Al- Jeter Memorial Funeral Home
at 7:00 p.m. at the Jeter Memo- vin Community Hospital and Chapel, 311 N. Friendswood
rial Funeral Home Chapel, 311 was a member of Alvin Senior Dr., Friendswood, TX 77546
N. Friendswood Dr., Friend- Friends. [phone] with Rev. Vince
swood, TX 77546 (281) 992- She was a member of Sacred Dulock, C.S.B. officiating.
7200 with Rev. Don Anderson Heart Catholic Church in Man- The Funeral Service was held
Sept. 28, 1927 - July 27, 2013
officiating. Interment was held Alice Marie Macek Langdon, vel. on Thursday, August 1, 2013 at Obituaries are also
on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at Alice loved her yard and 10:00 a.m. at the Jeter Memo-
85, of Alvin, Texas, beloved
posted on the
10:00 a.m. at Confederate Cem- worked hard to make it beau- rial Funeral Home Chapel with
July 11, 1967 - July 27, 2013 sister and aunt, went to be with
Bessann Richards Oxley, 46, etery in Alvin, Texas. our Lord on Saturday, July 27, tiful. She also enjoyed play- Rev. Vince Dulock, C.S.B. of- alvinsun.net
In lieu of flowers, the family ing golf with her husband and ficiating.
a longtime resident of Alvin, 2013.
website, and
requests donations be made to friends. Interment followed at South
Texas, passed away peacefully She was born September 28,
at MD Anderson Hospital sur- MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1927 in Damon, Texas to Jo- Alice loved her family and Park Cemetery in Pearland, memorial
P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX was most happy spending time Texas.
rounded by her family on Sat- seph Macek and Francis Mazac
messages can be
77210-4486 [phone] or with them. In lieu of flowers, the family
urday, July 27, 2013. She was Macek. The Maceks moved to
born July 11, 1967 to Robert 800-525-5841 or at www.mdan- Iowa Colony, Texas in 1930 Her sweet smile and kind requests donations be made to posted on the site.
derson.org/gifts. heart will be deeply missed by Shriners Burn Center Hospital,
Bradford Richards and Linda K. where she lived on their farm
Condolences may be sent anyone who knew her. 815 Market St. Galveston, TX
Freeman Richards in Oakridge, for 15 years and went to Iowa
to the Oxley family in care of She was preceded in death by 77550-9969 or Shriners Chil-
Tenn. Colony School.
Jeter Memorial Funeral Home
Bessann was a wonderful She attended Reagan High
at www.jeterfuneralhome.com.
daughter, wife, mother and School in Houston, Texas while
Arrangements under the
grandmother. She loved crafts, living with her Aunt Theresa.
direction of Jeter Memorial
her beloved Boxer dogs, eating She met her beloved husband,
Funeral Home.
out with her mom and loved to Acie, at Parks Cafe in Alvin,
talk. She was a daddy’s girl and Texas in 1945.
enjoyed going to cook-offs with They were married for 43
him. Bessann enjoyed life to the very happy years.
fullest. She was employed at Al- Alice and her husband owned
vin High School cafeteria, was and operated the Ivory Green
a D.J. at the ACC radio station,
Save a Manatee Club suggests adoptions
Spring is full of wonders. For certificate of a real endangered public, at the grass roots level,
those looking to delight fam- manatee living in Florida. and supports conservation mea-
ily and friends with Easter and Photos and a list of the mana- sures based on the best scien-
spring gifts this year, Save the tees available for adoption can tific data available.
Manatee Club suggests surpris- be found on the Club’s Website The Club also conducts re-
ing them with manatee adop- at http://www.savethemanatee. search; sponsors rescue, reha-
tions. org/adoptees.htm. Also includ- bilitation, and release efforts;
Sue and Glen Sansom from ed with the gift adoption is a supports land acquisition; advo-
Pennsylvania have adopted membership handbook filled cates for improved manatee and
manatees for all four of their with photos, facts and informa- aquatic habitat protection; and
grandchildren over the past few tion, plus subscriptions to the assists conservation efforts in
years. Club’s official quarterly news- other countries.
The eldest, Daniel and Ka- letter, The Manatee Zone, and “I’ve been interested in man-
tie, received their adoptions the bi-monthly e-newsletter, atees ever since our visits to
first, and the youngest, Emma Paddle Tales. Shipping is free Homosassa, Fla., about 20 years
and Ava, were given adoptions within the United States. For ago,” explains Sue. “They are
last Easter. “The kids were ex- $35, an 8-inch plush manatee such peaceful creatures, and I’m
cited to have a real live mana- is also included in the adoption happy to help support the cause
tee adoptee plus a stuffed toy to package. to keep them protected. Mana-
play with,” says Sue. Save the Manatee Club’s tees can’t speak for themselves,
A gift adoption from Save the mission is to protect imper- so I’m glad Save the Manatee
Manatee Club costs $25, is tax- iled manatees and their aquatic Club speaks for them.”
deductible, and includes a color habitat for future generations. To adopt a real manatee and to
photo, biography and adoption The public’s support, which in- learn more about these fascinat-
cludes funds from the adoption ing marine mammals, visit Save
program, helps with the Club’s the Manatee Club’s Website at
Driving
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forts. call 1-800-432-JOIN (5646).
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zation, Save the Manatee Club free E-Newsletter, and watch
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people think. It’s important be- nor and U.S. Senator Bob Gra- You can follow the Club us-
cause, according to the Envi- ham. ing Twitter http://twitter.com/
ronmental Protection Agency, The Club works closely with savethemanatee and Face-
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Save on school shopping this year
(StatePoint) Getting every- protein kick at lunch or snack plies an organized effort. Before
thing for back to school shop- time. You can save by doling you head to the store, do a quick
ping can be stressful. Not only portions of cashews or peanuts. inventory of what you already
does the whole family need to Fruits and vegetables are also have and its condition to deter-
get organized for the upcoming great options as they provide vi- mine what you need. Cross refer-
academic year, but doing so can tamins and minerals. ence the school supplies list from
be expensive. To make the back- School Supplies your child’s school to be sure
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(StatePoint) Children are want to thank. Taking a few supplies and resources, and 92
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advantage in the world to suc- easy. For example, Cheerios has for their students, according to
ceed. But with all the time kids a new “Send Cheer to Teachers” the National School Supply and
spend at school, parents cannot program that makes it simple to Equipment Association.
do it alone. thank favorite teachers. Parents Through a General Mills pro-
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the most influential adults in a appreciation by simply cutting cation, parents can earn cash for
child’s life to team up on a com- a special postcard for teachers their kid’s school by clipping
mon goal. from specially-marked boxes of Box Tops coupons from par-
Parents should cultivate re- Cheerios cereal, writing a per- ticipating products. In addition,
lationships with their child’s sonal message, and sharing a from August to October, you
teacher early, so they can work short note of thanks. can enter the unique code from
together toward the child’s suc- A few kind words can go a inside specially-marked Cheer-
cess. long way. card Cheerios boxes online to
There are several ways for Spend Time earn one bonus eBoxTops credit
parents to build a relationship In today’s economy, many for your school.
with their kid’s teacher. schools are stretched thin for And through a new Cheerios
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Don’t wait until there is a increasing class sizes and slash- stakes, parents can enter for a
problem before meeting the ing budgets. chance to win a $20,000 prize
teacher. Introduce yourself as Parents who have time can of- package or one of four $5,000
soon as possible – ideally before fer to help out. prize packages made up of bo-
the stresses of the school year Whether it is chaperoning nus Box Tops and supplies for
are in full swing. school trips, preparing items their child’s school. Complete
It doesn’t have to be a long for a fundraiser or just donat- details and rules, can be found
conversation – just one to let the ing old books to the classroom, at www.btfe.com/sendcheer.
teacher know who you are and this kindness will go a long way Getting to know their teach-
that you are interested in your toward solidifying the parent- ers is the best way to take an
child’s education. teacher relationship. interest in children’s education.
Show Appreciation Help with Supplies Even when they aren’t around,
All kids and their parents Teachers spend on average parents can make a difference in
have a teacher they admire and $398 of their own money on the classroom.
Excite kids about school
(StatePoint) In a perfect world, in with them again. Tell them classes, on the basketball court
all children would be enthusias- about what you did that day and playing in the concert band
tic about starting a new school and ask them about what they where they will discover their
year. But in the real world, learned. talents and interests they didn’t
some children will be reluctant, Make Schoolwork Fun know they have.
nervous, or annoyed about ex- Cool school supplies can in- Extracurricular and after
changing their summer fun for spire your kids to stay organized school activities provide a great
the classroom. How do you get and motivated. Think colorful social outlet for kids and are
kids motivated about going back and cheerful designs and person- where some of the best memo-
to school? alized back to school supplies, ries of school days are made.
While you can’t dole out pep which can give kids a sense of If the school doesn’t have pro-
talks during the school day, you ownership and pride over their grams that interest your child,
can take steps at home to get school work. investigate other classes, teams
kids excited about school all For example, MyChronicle- and activities offered locally.
year long: Books creates folders, journals, Customize Lunch
Set an Example spiral notebooks and even stick- Add a little flair to lunch room
Off to work? If you act grumpy ers that can be customized with drudgery. Remember to always
about the day ahead of you, your names and school subjects. To pack a favorite snack or dessert
kids will take your cue. Over foster after school learning, to give your kids something to
breakfast, be positive and up- thinking, doodling and dream- look forward to midday.
beat. If your kids have apprehen- ing, consider personalized Ivy From pirates and princesses
sions about school, their friends and Bean journals. to dinosaurs and trains, ditch the
or after school activities, talk to Go the Extra Mile paper bag in favor of a lunch box
them in a constructive way about Encourage your kids to do featuring your children’s inter-
what’s bothering them. more than just go to school ests. And personalize the lunch
At dinner, remember to check and come home. It’s in their art box with their names.
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ACC prepares for new school year with Party on the Patio on Aug. 26
By Kattalin Carbajal, ACC shirt, they can have their name reer. Also, staying active with
Upward Bound student put into the drawing. Student Activities can provide
The 2013-14 school year will Also, free water bottles will be students with a way to have fun
begin with a bang at ACC with given away for students to take and de-stress.”
its annual first day of school advantage of the school’s new, On Sept. 11 ACC will have
event, Party on the Patio, sched- filtered, water bottle refilling its annual Club Social, where
uled for Aug. 26. stations which will reduce the 20-plus clubs on campus will
Party on the Patio is one of number of plastic bottles around showcase what they do and how
the biggest Student Activities campus. ACC Student Govern- students can get involved.
events at ACC, and it serves as ment will also be handing out To raise awareness and in-
a good way to meet new people their signature sunglasses. form students about drugs and
and kick off the new semester. Party on the Patio is one of alcohol, ACC will have the Dol-
There will be free Blue Bell many events that ACC has to phin Wing Fling on Oct. 3. Free
ice cream, and special ACC T- encourage student involvement wings, T-shirts, and a drunk
shirts will be given away. Stu- on campus. driving simulation will be of-
dents can then wear the shirts “College is about more than fered for all students.
on Tuesdays and Wednesdays just attending classes,” Student Throughout the month of Oc-
throughout the semester to be- Activities Director Amanda tober, Student Activities will
come eligible for a drawing for Smithson said. “It’s a great have Thirsty Thursdays, where
Students enjoy the first day of school at Alvin Community College in 2012.
a free iPad at the end of the se- place to make new friends and they will offer free drinks, such
mester. connect with people that will as water and soft drinks, with a comes to partying,” Smithson We would also like for you to •Student Leadership Confer-
Each day students wear the help you in your life and ca- special message to raise aware- said. join us for these events: ence, Sept. 21, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.,
ness of drugs and alcohol. ACC will host its 38th An- •Commit to Complete, hosted Student Center
With Thursday being the day nual Fall Festival from 6 p.m. by Phi Theta Kappa, Aug. 27, 11 •Breast Cancer Awareness
for college parties, the emphasis to 9 p.m., Oct. 26. This event a.m. to 1 p.m., Student Center month, October
of the message is for students be is open to the community and •Hispanic Celebration month, •Veterans Week, Nov. 11-14,
aware of what they’re doing be- offers a safe Trick or Treat for September with Veterans Day Ceremony
fore they go and have fun. kids. It will have fun activities •ACC Cares, Sept. 14, Stu- on Nov. 11
“Alcohol use has been a part including a bounce house, game dent Center For more information about
of college life for years, but we booths, a costume competition •Constitution Week, Sept. 17, Student Activities, visit www.
encourage them to make smart for children and pets, and much 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Student Cen- alvincollege.edu/studentactivi-
choices and be safe when it more. ter ties or call 281-756-3686.
Cell phone insurance vs warranties
(Family Features) With so 42 percent of customers filing Insurance vs. Warranty When you file a claim, you
much of daily life connected to claims do so for damage. There are several protection pay a deductible, typically
smart phones, the thought of be- Many people don’t realize options in the market. However, $50 to $200, depending on the
ing without one worries a lot of that replacing their lost, stolen you need to understand the dif- phone.
people. or damaged phone will most ference between insurance and When choosing cell phone in-
Unfortunately, loss, damage likely cost more than what they warranties. surance, look for:
and theft do occur – and more paid up front. The difference between in- •Warranties for replacement
often than you might think. For example, an Asurion con- surance and a warranty is that devices.
According to the Federal sumer survey showed that 43.5 a warranty covers hardware is- •Comprehensive coverage
Communications Commission, percent of parents and 50.5 per- sues and accidental damage. that covers loss, theft and out-
1 in 3 robberies nationwide in- cent of students believe it costs You usually have to purchase of-warranty damage (such as
volve cell phones. less than $200 to replace a mo- a warranty at the time you buy liquid damage).
And, according to mobile bile phone. the phone. Warranties, such as •Convenient claims filing and
phone insurance company Asu- However, if your iPhone 4S AppleCare, do not cover loss or rapid replacement service.
rion, 36.5 percent of customers or 5 is lost, stolen or damaged, theft of a phone. No one ever really wants to
filing claims cited loss or theft you will be required to pay the Cell phone insurance is an in- need insurance, because that
as the reason for filing a claim. full retail price of the mobile surance product, just like your usually means something unfor-
This number jumps to an alarm- phone to replace it, not the dis- home or auto insurance. It is tunate has happened.
ing 54 percent for iPhone cus- counted price you might have regulated by insurance laws in But, just like insurance for
tomers. paid when signing up with the each state. your home or car, if something
Asurion also reported that wireless provider or upgrading You pay a monthly fee for the does happen to your cell phone,
across all mobile phones, 53 your phone. insurance (typically between $5 you’ll be glad to have a plan in
percent of claims involved dam- And that can be as much as and $7 for the basic insurance place to quickly reconnect with
age. Breaking out just iPhones, $650. coverage). family, friends and work.
FALL
S PORTS
PREVI EW
The Alvin Advertiser will publish the area
Fall Sports Preview,
the most complete sports guide of the year,
on Wednesday, August 28, 2013.
Show your support of our area teams
and promote your business
in this special section.
Deadline for advertising is
Monday, August 19, 2013.
Don’t miss this opportunity
to show your school spirit.
Call Brenda or Darlene
for more information.
Alvin Sun/Advertiser
281-331-4421
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Skyview Baptist welcomes "Paul's Journey" Church Briefs
Alvin International Seventh Thursday. 281-369-3011 tus, Sundays, 10:30 a.m.
Day •Military Board – let the
Adventist Church Overcomers Road of Life church know who’s home and
Children who would like to Faith-based meetings are held who’s gone; call Maria at 281-
sing songs of praise are invited for those who want to overcome 388-1240 or the church office
to join the Children’s Choir. addictive behaviors (drugs, al- •Keenage Khorale (senior
The church is located at 281 cohol, cigarettes, gambling, etc.) choir 50 and older) meets from
W. House St. in Alvin. at 29788 Hwy. 6 East in Alvin, 9:30–10:30 a.m., Wednesdays
between Alvin and Santa Fe. For •Sanctuary Choir practice,
Alvin Lutheran Church more information, call Harry 6:30 p.m., Saturdays
•Soul Food Cafe is open Sun- Stafford at 281-331-1051. For more information, call the
days from 8:45-9:30 a.m. All are church office at 281-331-3902,
welcome. No charge. South Park Baptist Church or visit www.southparkchurch.
Alvin Lutheran Church is lo- •Study Deuteronomy 6:7, and net.
cated at 1800 FM 1462 in Alvin. share with others. South Park Church is located
•Continuing with study on Ti- at 1718 S. Johnson in Alvin.
Believers Sanctuary
Celebrate Recovery offers
fellowship and provides a safe
place to share your experiences
Skyview Baptist Church wel- lations Quartet for 30 of those nated for a Diamond Award as with others. It uses Christ-cen-
comes the musical quartet Paul’s years. Many faces have come Group of the Year in 2004. In tered steps for recovery and to
Journey in concert, Aug. 4, 5, and gone since that time, but the 2012 they were nominated for grow spiritually. Meetings are
6 and 7. Services are at 6 p.m., calling and commitment of the Horizon Group of the Year, and held at 7 p.m., Thursdays at Be-
Sunday and at 7 p.m., Monday group has never changed. The most recently was nominated for lievers Sanctuary, 111 E. House
through Wednesday. The church band says it has been an honor New Traditional Qt in the 2013 St. in Alvin.
is located at 770 Shirley St. in all these years to have served the Singing News Fan Awards. The For more information, call
Alvin. The free event is open to Lord and to help spread the word group sang on the NQC Main 409-457-8616 or email davisjo-
the public, and a love offering of Jesus Christ through song and Stage in 2010, 2011 and 2012. [email protected].
will be accepted for Paul’s Jour- testimony. Their music can be heard on the
ney. The group was voted SGM radio and the internet all over First Baptist Church Rosha-
The ministry of Paul’s Jour- FanFair Favorite Male Quartet the world. They have been the ron
ney, from Magnolia, started in 2007. They were awarded featured on “Paul Heil’s Gospel The church is located at 16211
more than 35 years ago with four South Texas Association Group Greats” and Solid Gospel Radio. 2nd St. (corner of 2nd Street and
young men, all related to each of the Year for 2001, 2004 and For more information, call 281 1462 in Rosharon). Office hours
other. They traveled as the Re- 2007. The group was also nomi- 331-3961. are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-
Take time to tackle home maintenance
jobs and save money for other things
(Family Features) Keeping a Your lungs shouldn’t be clean- One out of every 15 homes in •Fire extinguishers
healthy home for your family ing the air inside your home. Use the U.S. has dangerous levels of Check the expiration dates
means more than daily chores an electrostatically charged air radon, according to the EPA. You on your fire extinguishers. You
and the occasional deep clean- filter to help capture odors and can purchase a short-term home should keep one on each floor of
ing. It’s important to add routine airborne particles, such as mold radon test for less than $20. Test your home.
inspections of often overlooked spores, dust mite debris, bacteria the lowest lived-in level of your •Cracks
areas and regular maintenance to and viruses. Plus, changing your home, and if you have elevated Inspect the floor, walls and
your list of tasks. filter at the start of every season levels of radon, call a qualified foundation of the home for
“Every home can have un- helps protect and maintain your contractor immediately. Make cracks. Jot them down on your
healthy, harmful, or even system. sure they have plenty of experi- home to-do list, and fix them
hazardous areas,” said Mike F – Fix leaks to prevent mold ence dealing with radon. Also, before they lead to deterioration
Holmes, renowned contractor on and mildew. test smoke and carbon monoxide and wood rot.
HGTV and healthy home expert. Mold spores need moisture to detectors every month by push-
“It’s important to check them grow and thrive in warm, humid ing the test button on the unit.
out, especially during regular conditions. When mold is dis- Remember to change the batter-
maintenance. Addressing these turbed, its spores can get into ies every season, and replace the
‘hidden hazards’ helps create a the air you breathe. Inspect your entire unit every 7 to 10 years.
healthy home and keeps your home for excess water and mois- Y – Yield healthier results
family safe.” ture build-up from leaky roofs, with regular upkeep.
Holmes recommends follow- faucets, basement drains, dish- Keep up with regular home
ing his “SAFETY” checklist to washers and washing machines, maintenance to help keep your
ensure your home is safer and and fix them immediately. Also, home healthy and your family
healthier for your family. reduce your indoor humidity to safe. Fix small problems now
S – Seek out lead in the home. 30 to 60 percent, and use vents to avoid big repairs later. Re-
If your home was built before and exhaust fans whenever pos- member, big repairs come with
1978, it could contain lead. Your sible. big price tags and can lead to
family could be exposed to it E – Exercise caution around unhealthy and unsafe living con-
through the air, drinking water, appliances. ditions.
contaminated soil, deteriorating Before using appliances such Quick Fix Checklist
paint and dust in and around the as space heaters and toaster ov- Short on time, but looking
house. If you disturb any mate- ens, make sure they are work- to make a few quick and easy
rial that contains lead, tiny lead ing properly. Never drape an healthy home fixes? Complete
particles could become airborne electrical cord over a sink, as each of these tasks in 20 minutes
at home. Talk to a professional electricity should never come or less.
to test the entire house, and take into contact with water or any •Water heaters
the necessary steps to ensure other liquids. Also avoid over- Set water heaters at 120 de-
your family’s safety. loading wiring or plugging too grees Fahrenheit or below to
A – Address indoor air quality many appliances into a single avoid potential scalding.
and change your air filter. wall socket because it can cause •Stove
According to the U.S. Envi- electrical sparks, leading to an Remove and wash stove
ronmental Protection Agency electrical fire. Be sure to unplug grates, burners and coils with
(EPA), indoor air pollution lev- appliances when they’re not be- warm water and soap. Over
els can be 2 to 5 times higher ing used, and cover sockets with time, grease can build up around
than outdoor levels — some- outlet protectors. the stove, increasing the chances
times even 100 times higher. T – Test for dangerous gases. of a fire.
N e e d i n g t o G e t
C o v e r a g e o n a L o c a l
S p o r t s E v e n t ?
WANT or NEED
Coverage of a
Local Sports Event,
Team or Athlete?
CONTACT:
STEPHEN COLLINS
Sports Editor
281-331-4421 or Email: [email protected]
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Inside ACC
Upward Bound celebrates 10th year of
helping students with awards banquet
A-Real Estate A-40 Resort B-10 Apts.
secondary education and suc- The most important aspect of Property Unfurnished
ceed at the postsecondary educa- Upward Bound was the encour- A-15 Houses for
MUST SELL! SPACIOUS 2 STORY-
tional institution of their choice. agement he received to further Sale Beautiful property on 2 BDRM, 1 1/2 BATH
The purpose of the program is his education and overcome per- Lake Livingston suit- TOWNHOME
to build confidence and self-es- sonal obstacles, Fortney said. $ CASH FLOW $ able for RV or cabin. $680/mo. 12 mo lease,
teem, while providing the neces- “The only limits you have are Santa Fe Schools Owner finance with $680 Deposit. Water
sary tools and guidance to foster the ones you create for your- 4 units on Singletary low down payment, Paid. Mustang Road.
academic success. self,” he said. 3-1-1 $279,500 gated entry. Call 281- 832-221-8427
873-0459.
The program works with Al- Upward Bound recognized Sid Tregre Realtor
vin High School students. It was current students for their aca- B-11 Duplexes-Rent
408-392-1013 B-Rental/Lease
created and endorsed by the De- demic achievements during the
partment of Education. It also is awards dinner. If You Have
B-10 Apts.
Rental Property
funded by a federal grant. The winners are: Virginia Unfurnished
To Rent Or Lease
Former Upward Bound stu- Lara, Graduate of the Year; Bai-
3-2-2 WITH SHOPat
dent Robert Fortney participated ley Reckard, Volunteer of the
3331 CR 890, covered
with the program in 2005-06. Year; Tony Oliva Jr., Rising Star; patio, storage shed,
Since he graduated high school, Taylor Dodson, Spirit of Upward fenced back yard,
Fortney received his bachelor’s Bound; Jalen Owens, Leadership $125,000, Negotiable.
degree from Sam Houston State Award; Ester Jimenez, Ms. Man- Call 281-924-7517. Give Betty a call to
University. He is now working ners; Bryan Easton, Mr. Man- place an ad in the
ACC Upward Bound student Gabriel Gutierrez, center, poses with ALVIN: 3-1-1 older
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“This organization is the first the skills they need to complete citizens, Amash’s amendment Pentagon! And we know now
sought to remove funding in the that much of the NSA’s capac-
bill for some of the NSA pro- ity to intercept information has
grams. been turned inward, to spy on
Had Amash’s amendment us.
passed, it would have been a sig- Over the last week we have
nificant symbolic victory over seen two significant prison-
the administration’s massive breaks, one in Iraq, where some
violations of our Fourth Amend- 500 al-Qaeda members broke
ment protections. But we should out of the infamous Abu Ghraib
be careful about believing that prison, which the US built, and
even if it had somehow mi- another 1,000 escaped in a huge
raculously survived the Senate break in Benghazi, Libya – the
vote and the President’s veto, city where the US Ambassador
was killed by the rebels that the
US government helped put in
power. Did the US intelligence
Have a
community, focused on listening
to our phone calls, not see this
real threat coming?
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Rep. Amash’s amendment
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was an important move to at
WEDNESDAY, 12 NOON
least bring attention to what the
WEDNESDAY ISSUE:
US intelligence community has
become: an incredibly power-
FRIDAY, 4 P.M.
ful conglomeration of secret
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government agencies that seem
to view Americans as the real
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threat. It is interesting that the
votes on Amash’s amendment
divided the House not on party
lines. Instead, we saw the votes
divided between those who fol-
low their oath to the Constitu-
tion, versus those who seem to
believe that any violation of the
Constitution is justified in the
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of the police state at the expense
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It is encouraging to see the
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party lines in favor of the Amash
out and about in the Alvin, Manvel amendment. Let us hope that
this will be a growing trend in
area, if news happens, snap a the House – perhaps the promise
that Congress may once again
photo and email it with information begin to take its duties and ob-
ligations seriously. We should
to us with your phone number. not forget, however, that in the
meantime another Defense Ap-
propriations bill passing really
means another “military spend-
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ing” bill. The Administration is
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Syria, more military assistance
to the military dictatorship in
Egypt, and more drones and in-
terventionism. We have much
work yet to do.