Inside Today: Waltrip grad tabbed to lead sports board • Page 9 We provide a real
4th of July Sale Now thru July 9th
50% Off Entire Store
estate experience driven by vision and
(flowers and plants excluded)
defined by process.
713.725.8748
Flower & Gift Shop
michael@happenhouston.com
Covering the Heights, Garden Oaks, Oak Forest & the neighborhoods of North Houston
10 570 N W
F rw y
713-680 -2350
Saturday, July 2, 2022 • Vol. 67 • No. 27
ABOUT US 2020 North Loop West Suite 220 (713) 686-8494 news@theleadernews.com www.theleadernews.com Facebook/FromTheLeader
Leader’s Choice BEST ATTORNEY
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 5005 W. 34th Street, Suite 104A Legal Services For Wills, Probate Estate Planning & Real Estate
PHYLLIS A. OESER ATTORNEY AT LAW 713-692-0300
www.hartmanassociates.com
Citing ‘paralyzing political gridlock,’ Gonzalez says no to ICE post By Charlotte Aguilar caguilar@mcelvypartners.com
More than a year after he was first nominated by President Biden, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez announced Monday that he had withdrawn from consideration to direct U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Gonzalez went through his confirmation hearing before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee in July 2021, and was approved in a vote along party lines. His appointment was later stalled earlier this year following a domestic violence accusation brought against him, however, which Gonzalez denied.
Biden re-nominated Gonzalez again in January of this year. “I arrived at this decision after prayerfully considering what’s best for our nation, my family and the people of Harris County who elected me to serve a second term as sheriff,” Gonzalez wrote in a five-part Twitter thread, which followed a CBS News report that he had informed Biden of his decision Sunday. “I am grateful to President Biden for the honor of nominating me, and I wish this administration well as it strives to overcome the paralyzing political gridlock that threatens far more than our nation’s border. Frankly, the dysfunction threatens America’s heart and soul,” he See Gonzalez P. 5
Gonzalez
It’s not just my business, It’s my neighborhood
Management district unveils sidewalk, bus shelter improvements By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
Your neighborhood living room in The Heights Serving coffee, tea, wine, beer, savories and sweets 7 am to 9 pm daily.
1030 Heights Blvd, Houston,TX 77008
713-434-6923
INSIDE.
Photo from Texas Central Facebook The Texas Supreme Court recently upheld the eminent domain rights of Texas Central in a 5-3 vote on June 24, meaning the company can legally force owners in the rail’s proposed route to sell their land.
Staycation Art columnist Mitch Coheh has the scoop on a tropical-themed art show.
Page 6
Im-Pressed Reviewer Dan Greer’s recent trip to Sunday Press left him with a good taste.
Page 6
Touching down A new prescription-only medical marijuana shop is open in the Heights.
Texas Supreme Court upholds eminent domain for bullet train By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
The plans for a high-speed bullet train that would take passengers from Houston to Dallas could still have some life, at least for the time being, following a ruling in the state’s highest court last week. The Texas Supreme Court on July 24 voted 5-3 in favor of upholding the eminent domain rights of Texas Central, which is backing the planned Texas High Speed Rail between the cities. The ruling says Texas Central and Integrated Texas Logistics, Inc., have the legal right to acquire the land needed to construct the $30 billion high speed rail. Chief Justice Nathan Hecht along with Justices Brett Busby, Jeff Boyd, Debra Lehermann and Evan Young voted in favor of upholding a state appellate court’s previous decision on June 24, according to court documents. The ruling said Texas Central and Integrated Texas Logistics Inc. can be classified as interurban electric railway companies under the Texas Transportation Code. “The case involves the interpretation of statutes relating to eminent domain; it does not ask us to opine about whether high-speed rail between Houston and Dallas is a good idea or whether the benefits of the pro-
Photo from Texas Central Facebook Pictured is a conceptual rendering of the Texas High Speed Rail’s proposed Houston Station, which sits at the old Northwest Mall site near Highway 290.
posed rail service outweigh its detriments,” the majority opinion reads. “…We agree with the court of appeals that the entities have eminent-domain power as interurban electric railway companies and need not address whether they also qualify as railroad companies.” See Train P. 5
Contributed photo Pictured is a sign at one of the new bus shelters recently created by the Near Northwest Management District’s West Little York Pedestrian Improvement project.
Heights valedictorian receives prestigious college scholarship By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
Page 9
THE INDEX. Church........................................................... 4 Classifieds ................................................. 7 Coupons ...................................................... 7 Food/Drink ................................................ 6 Opinion ........................................................ 3 Public Information......................... 10 Puzzles ......................................................... 3
A local business organization has completed its newest efforts to improve public transportation in the area. On Wednesday, the Near Northwest Management District and Houston METRO unveiled the completion of the West Little York Pedestrian Improvements Project, which is meant to increase pedestrian safety and multimodal transportation options along the roadway. “We’re making it more accessible for residents to use METRO and mass transit, and demonstrating that we want people to work,” district President Wayne Norden said. The roughly $1.7 million project involved the replacement of 16,000 linear feet of what officials characterized as “poor and/or non-existent” sidewalks on West Little York between Hollister Road and Chateau Forest Drive to aid Houston METRO’s extended bus service Route 03, which runs through the area. It also included the construction of seven new bus shelters along West Little York. Plans for improvements began in 2015 as part of a federal Capital Improvement Plan, according to NNMD Vice President of Capital Projects EiSee NNMD P. 5
Julian Seghers
As Heights High School’s valedictorian, some might be surprised to hear that Julian Seghers doesn’t usually think he’s the smartest person in any room. But it’s that mindset, he said, which has allowed him to excel in his academic journey. And he was rewarded for his academic efforts in recent months with a prestigious college scholarship earlier this year. In April, Seghers was named a President’s Scholar at Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Dallas. “Many peers of mine, I’d ar-
gue that they’re more naturally gifted (with figuring stuff out),” Seghers said. “But having a good work ethic is just as important.” The scholarship, which is valued at around $320,000, will cover tuition, fees, room and board, as well as study abroad and mentorship opportunities for four years at the school. Seghers was one of just 20 incoming SMU students to receive the honor out of hundreds of applicants from around the world, which the school says is its highest academic honor based on grades, academic achievement on standardized tests, and leadership.
The recently-graduated senior finished his high school career with a 4.9 GPA, and was a National Merit Scholar his junior year. He was also a member of Heights’ finance club, golf and tennis teams, the National Honor Society, and the school’s IB diploma program. “The President’s Scholars Program has provided opportunity to some of the nation’s brightest students, who in turn enrich the university environment with their intellectual vitality, diverse talents, and campus involvement,” the President’s Scholar See Seghers P. 5
Personalized attention. 2222 North Durham | 281.517.8760 AllegianceBank.com
By ensuring consistent access, quick answers and tailored solutions, we don’t just get to know your business, we get to know you. %iscover how our taking your success personally can make all the difference.
Page 2 • Saturday, July 2, 2022 • The Leader
C & Gifts Gifts C& &D D Hardware Hardware & What & Easy Easy What You You Need...Quick Need...Quick & 314 TX 77008 77008 314 E. E. 11th 11th Street Street • • Houston, 77008 314 E. 11th Street • Houston, TX (713) (713) 861-3551 861-3551 (713) 861-3551 Sale dates Sale ends on October 28th Shop Shop online online at: at: www.CandDhw.com www.CandDhw.com Shop online at: www.CandDhw.com July 10th thru November 7th Mon.-Fri.8am-6:30pm; 8am-6:30pm; Sat. Sat. 9am-6pm; 9am-6pm; Sun. 10am-5pm Mon.-Fri. Sun. 10am-5pm 10am-5pm Mon.-Fri. 8am-6:30pm; Sat. 9am-6pm;
We thank all of our customers for voting us “Best Hardware Store” & 70 years of shopping C&D Hardware & Gifts.
Shop early for the holidays! Adams RealComfort Ergonomic Adirondack Chair
Sale $28.99
reg. $34.99
Generous proportions and distinct style maximize lounging comfort. Extrawide flex-cushion seating and high back for maximum seating comfort. Durable all-weather resin, Stackable. Weight limit: 250 Lb. Sale Soberdough colors Red, White & Blue.In- The Classic stock availability only. Other Beer Bread Mix colors available at regular Home baked bread is simple. price. Simply add one craft beer 819743 (or any other non-alcoholic 819727 800574 sparkling drinks) to any Soberdough bread mix and combine thoroughly. Bake and enjoy! SevBattery operated eral flavors to choose from. Expressions
9.99
Folding camp chair made of polyester fabric 5” seat and arm rests with mesh cup holder. Features a heavy-duty steel frame with powder coat finish for durability. Includes carrying bag for easy portability. 250 Lb. weight limit.
San Saba Preserves These preserves, made in small batches with highquality fruit and pecans, are a delight. You’ll love them for yourself and for small gifts or stocking stuffers.
- 23.5”
819891
8.99
Aspen Original Mulling Spice Blend A Weber delicious and classic combina-
The Wild Lighter Bone Company tion of spices which makes ordinary Fluid Christmas Rapidfire Large cider, wine, tea 10 Pack Gift Box
Charcoal For barking out loud! The perfect Christmas gift for all the Chimney Chardog lovers in your life. The Wild Bone Company makes Starter coal Starter only the best for your best friend. 10 different bones with Liquid charcoalflavors, lighter and noMade real meat meal, no artificial fillers.of durable aluminized fluid. Features an odorsteel. Specially designed less formula with no air vents for faster starts. overwhelming scent. Extra large to hold plenty of Makes CANNON lighting charcoal briquettes.. 7-1/2” diameter, DUKE and fast. SPICE LATTE 12” H. The stay cool handle. BASIC ASSeasy PUMPKIN
SALE $16.99
#804797 $5.99 OR BAY RUM SOAP SOAP
#844616
Throw on your coziest sweater and bring the autumnal splendor of a Fall Harvest Festival to your bathroom. Other fine Duke cannon soaps and products available! Cowboy
Natural Hardwood Lump Charcoal 16lbs. 100% natural wood charcoal. Lights without chemicals. No off tastes and flavors from chemicals. Uses 30% less charcoal per fire than briquettes. Makes for a safer environment. #814725
$18.99
and brandy extraordinary. No cooking is necessary.
$
8.99
S19.99
Kingsford Charcoal Briquets 16 lbs.
10.99
$
Charcoal briquets featuring more edges and surface area to catch the flame quickly. Grooves provide air channels for fast heating and even burning. More high quality ingredients for longer burn time. #4850681
$14.99
LEDGE GREEN MOUNTAIN GRILL PRIME PLUS Best Garden 24 In. WIFI – BLACK #LEDGE
SALE $849.99
Poly Leaf Rake Turf Builder (26-Tine) Green Mountain756211 Pellet Grills new Prime grills justScotts got even WinterGuard 12.5 Lb. Poly leaf rake curved better with thewith same great Prime features PLUS a collapsible front polypropylene head. 48 In. 5000 Sq. Ft. 32-0-10 shelf, interior grill light, rotisserie enabled mounting and stronger lacquered pine wood handle. Winterizer Fall Fertilizer reinforced grates.
9.99
$
16-gauge/3-conductor landscape extension cord. Indoor/outdoor use. 3 wire grounded.
$
12.99
This All-American flag kit. Complete Do it with Besta 6 Ft.3-piece 6 Ft. 16/2 Brown or White steel pole, a 3 Ft.Cube x 5 Ft. polycottonTap American flag with durable Extension Cord 528682 grommets, and a 3/4 In. 528600, stamped steel bracket. Features a 3-outlet connector #805718for safety. that is polarized Includes covers for unused outlets to provide safetyValley for children Forge and pets
$12.99
1.99
$ State Flag Texas 6 Ft. Pole Kit
Do it Orange The 3 Ft. x 5 Ft. flag is 534005polyester. 15A 3-Outlet madeTap of 100%
Do it Best 40 Ft. 16/3 Landscape Extension Cord 519626
Multi-outlet tapSet adapter. comes with 6 Ft. 3 section Convertspole a single with gold plastic ball on top, grounded outlet steelinto bracket, plastic fasteners, 3 grounded outlets. and the American flag. Heavy-duty vinyl #831956 construction.
16-gauge/3-conductor landscape extension cord. Indoor/ outdoor use. 3 wire grounded.
14.99
$
3.99
$Valley Forge
$12.99
Fan Flag Bunting
$
Kingsford
Valley Forge All-American 6 Ft. Flag Pole Kit
Do it Best 20 Ft. 16/3 Landscape Extension Cord 558761
$
$19.99 Round or finial
$12.99
These bright, bold ornaments are deflatable & reusable. Hang them, float in your pool or decorate your yard.
Outdoor LED Ornaments
Outdoor 3 Settings Blue Polyester Folding Chair Shatterproof’
YOUR CHOICE
Inflatable 18” or 30” indoor/outdoor ornaments
Red, white, and blue pleated fan. PolyesChristmas lights, Decor ter/cotton decorative high quality fans. All are finished with a white canvas heading and brass grommets. Twodaily Sizes: and gifts are arriving 1 Ft. W. x 3 Ft. L 3 Ft. W. x 6 Ft. L. for all you early birds! $29.99 $17.99 Shop early for best selection! Tiki BiteCutter Backyard #814083
Melissa &
Fighter Cedar & Citronella Torch Fuel Doug Toys
Unique formula of Toys with Amazing Quality citronella plus cedar that will lastoilfor years. provides a proven mosquito repellent. Features an Easy Pour bottle. #765213
$11.99
# 809993
Bug Control Mosquito Killer
Repels and kills mosquitoes, ticks, ants, fleas, and other annoying insects. Lasts up to 12 weeks, even after it rains. Treats up to 5000 square feet. Hook to a garden hose and spray. #754951
$11.29
Spartan Mosquito Pro Tech Mosquito Trap $24.99
Uniquely effective, long lasting continuous mosquito control system. Does not require batteries or electricity, only water is needed. Deploy at the beginning of mosquito season, one kit (two traps) is usually needed per acre. Simply add water to the fill line and hang in a shady area of the yard. # 725428
Dramm 9-Pattern Nozzle assorted colors
The Best nozzle I have ever owned. 9 spray pattern revolver nozzle. Features quick-click pattern changing. Constructed of heavy-duty metal with an ergonomic insulated grip.
Sale $12.99
Reg. $15.49. In stock quantity only.
WinterGuard fertilizer builds strong, deep grass roots for a better lawn in the spring.
1999
$
Your choice $9.99!
708158
Miracle-Gro Ultralite Flex Flat Hose
Miracle-Gro heavy-duty hose. Abrasion and puncture resistant, kink resistant, light and compact. Easy to fold or roll-up for storage. Lead free, drinking water safe, PELLET GRILL
Best Garden 30 In. Poly Leaf Rake (30-Tine) 756220
Poly leaf rake with curved polypropylene head. 48 In. lacquered pine wood handle.
$
9.99
reg. $16.99 While supplies last.
TREK PRIME WIFI – STAINLESS #704854 BY GREEN MOUNTAIN GRILLS
This is the go-to grill for small families, campers, tailgaters, RVers, or anyone who wants to cook two racks of ribs or 4-6 nice steaks or a bunch burgers. Rayovac Highof Energy AA A Other Pellet grills available. or GMG AA alkaline Battery 30-Pack
Sale $29.99 Starting at
YOUR CHOICE $
39999
$12.99
Do it Best® stores are committed to truthful and accurate advertising. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this advertisement, descriptive, typographic and photographic errors are subject to Do it Best® stores committed to truthful andliability accurate advertising. Whileerrors. everyThe effort has in been to ensureare thesuggested accuracy by of this typographic and prices photographic errors are subject to corrections and Doare it Best stores shall have no of any kind for such prices thismade advertisement Do itadvertisement, Best Corp., Ft. descriptive, Wayne, These advertised do not include taxes and may Mercury-free alkaline batteries have IN. aIN.Ready Power corrections and Do it Do Best stores shall have no prices liabilitymay of any kind for some such errors. prices in this are suggested by Do it Best Corp., Ft. Wayne,low These If advertised not include taxes and may vary at independent it Best retailers. Some be higher, may beThe lower, some mayadvertisement be special reduced prices, others may be regular everyday prices. an item isprices out ofdo stock, Do it Best retailers can technology and are guaranteed for 10 years in storage. For use in calculators, vary at independent Do it Best retailers. Some prices may be higher, some may be lower, some may be special reduced prices, others may be regular everyday low prices. If an item is out of stock, Do it Best retailers can offer a suitable replacement, or a “rain check” for the advertised item. Colors shown may vary and assembly may be required on some items. © 2020 Do it Best Corp. C&D 1483 October Flyer 2020 (2) 2020 Do it Best Corp. C&D 1483 October Flyer 2020 (2) offer a suitable replacement, or a “rain check” for the advertised item. Colors shown may vary and assembly maygadgets, be requiredsmoke on somealarms, items. © digital #800563, 800561. electronic cameras, and more.
While supplies last. Do it Best® stores are committed to truthful and accurate advertising. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this advertisement, descriptive, typographic and photographic errors are subject to corrections and Do it Best stores shall have no liability of any kind for such errors. The prices in this advertisement are suggested by Do it Best Corp., Ft. Wayne, IN. These advertised prices do not include taxes and may vary at independent Do it Best retailers. Some prices may be higher, some may be lower, some may be special reduced prices, others may be regular everyday low prices. If an item is out of stock, Do it Best retailers can offer a suitable replacement, or a “rain check” for the advertised item. Colors shown may vary and assembly may be required on some items. © 2020 Do it Best Corp. C&D 1483 October Flyer 2020 (2)
THE TOPICS. The Leader • Saturday, July 2, 2022 • Page 3
Access to guns plays small role in suicide rates By Bill King For The Leader
Over the last 20 years, nearly a million Americans have taken their own lives. During that time, suicide has been the tenth leading cause of death for all ages.1 In 2020, it was the second leading cause of death for the ages of 10-14 and 2534 and the third leading cause for ages 15-24. Because the incidence of suicides is so high among young people, the years of life lost2 is especially tragic. One research group estimated that in 2020 alone, there were nearly a million years of life lost in America to suicide. The number of suicides over the last two decades has been steadily increasing, reflecting both a larger population and about a third increase in the rate of suicide. Interestingly, suicides topped out at just over 48,000 in 2018, and then declined slightly in 2019 and
Bill King
2020. Preliminary data for 2021 indicates that there was probably not much change from 2020. This contradicts the predictions of many, including yours truly, that suicides would increase during the pandemic due to depression from isolation. Advocates for stricter gun laws, almost always lump suicides together with homicides and firearm
accidents, when citing the toll of gun violence in America. I think that is unhelpful in trying to sort out why so many people die from guns in America because the two phenomena are so dramatically different. However, it is entirely fair to ask the question of whether American’s greater access to guns affects the number of suicides. It seems intuitive that greater access to a lethal weapon would certainly make it easier to commit suicide and therefore more likely. A survey of studies conducted by a research group at Harvard suggests a correlation between the number of gun ownership parameters and higher suicide rates, e.g., people who own handguns are almost ten more likely to commit suicide than non-owners. However, as I have previously discussed, correlation does not necessarily imply causation and some of the data suggests a more complicated
picture. First, only about half of all suicides are committed with a firearm and that rate has remained fairly steady over the last twenty years, despite the rapid increase in gun ownership I noted in my last post. Indeed, the number of suicides committed without a firearm has actually increased by a greater percentage over the last twenty years than firearm suicides (72% vs. 46%). Also, the United States’ suicide rate is only slightly higher when compared to other countries. In 2019, the global rate was about 10.4 versus 11.7 for the U.S., which, of course, does not come close to coinciding with our country’s dramatically disproportionate private ownership of firearms compared to other countries.3 And to further muddle the data, there are several countries with miniscule private gun ownership but which have
higher suicide rates than the U.S., e.g., Belgium, Russia, South Korea. One factor is that individuals who attempt suicide with a firearm more often succeed in ending their life than those who use other methods. A 2000 study found that 82% of those who attempted suicide with a firearm died while less than 10% of those who used other methods did. The study was a relatively small sample and is somewhat dated, but I find those results intuitive and likely consistent with all suicides attempts. So, does the greater access to firearms in America result in a higher suicide rate? I do not think we can definitively answer that question. But it seems to me that the weight of the evidence suggests the ready access to firearms is a factor that results in a higher rate than we might otherwise have. Does it make a dramatic difference? I doubt it.
Reading, riting and regulating our information To: State Board of Education From: Your chairman Subject: Rewriting the kurriculum Fellow members of the Texas State Board of Education, it’s time again for us to rewrite the state’s social studies kurriculum. Yes, we have to drop our usual patriotic pursuits, like banning books and sucking up to powerful polliticians, to make sure the minds of Texas’ 5-million school children do not get korupted by those commies with their sick emphasis on science, sex and evolution. To bring you up to speed on what we need to tackle, here’s a brief background: A 2015 stateadopted textbook referred to enslaved people as “immigrant workers.” Only in 2018 the SBOE (that’s us) decided that the kurriculum should be changed to emphasize that slavery was a primary cause of the Sivil War. In the last session of our Legislachur, the Republicanruled senate passed a bill that would remove requirements that schools teach Native American history, works by women’s suffragists along with those of Cesar Chavez, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Frederick Douglass. The Republicans’ bill would have also removed requirements that teachers teach about slavery and the Ku Klux Klan and stop preaching that they were “morally wrong.” Those leftist Dems turpedoed the bill. In 2010 we voted to include in the students’ kurriculum a bit about Moses because he influenced our Founding Fathers. As usual, there were objections from those Godless lefties, but one of our
LYNN ASHBY Columnist
memburs pointed out that Moses had parted Buffalo Bayou to create the Houston Ship Channel. Despite some who questioned this historical accuracy, in 2018 we voted to keep Moses in the classroom. For some unknown reason, you members also rejected the recommendation of a working group to delete any mention of Hillary Clinton. Incidentally, it is said that Texas is so big that any textbooks we approve will be used by schools nationwide. Lucky them. Moving on, I no you thought that we were scheduled to meat in June to unveil our new kurriculum, but that date collided with a MAGA rally and a “Hang Mike Pence” spontanious demonstration. So we’ll meet next month when we’ll have to listen to public testimony by those who object to our brilliant decisions. To maximize public input from that mob, the meating is scheduled in the basement of the YMCA in Pecos from midnight to 2 a.m. at a date which will be published the day before. Whenever we meat, this time we face new challenges. Gov. Greg Abbott has practically taken over our public schools. He got a state law banning critical race theory from Texas classrooms, even though State Sen. Bryan Hughes, who introduced the bill, admitted that Texas schools don’t actually teach
critical race theory, but he wanted to press forward with his bill anyway. An ounce of prevenshun, I say. Our Legislachur and governor also banned books with “inappropriate content,” like those that discuss LGBTQ issues. And last year Gov. Abbott prohibited school districts and lokal governments from having mask mandates during COVID-19 surges. The teachers unions opposed his opposition requiring masks, that is, until a majority of the teachers died from COVID-19. In the Legislachur’s session coming up in January, Gov. Abbott wants the lawmakers to approve a “National Bill of Rights” which includes control over what kids are taught, an ability to veto a child’s grade advancement and vouchers to provide public funding for parents to send kids to private schools. This last item is significant. Gov. Abbott wants to divert our tax dollars for Texas’ public
schools to charter schools which can cherry-pick their students and are not burdened with silly rules like certifying teachers and clean restrooms. We should pass a resolution unanimously endorsing this plan. Our schools already have too much money, overpaid teachers and buildings that are guarded by armed troops so that nothing bad can happen there. There has bin a push by Sen. Ted Cruz to proteck our students by arming the teachers. Some call it “triggernomitry” while others wonder why, if we can’t trust our teachers to teach what we want and not teach critical race theories and sex edukashun, why should we trust them with AR-15s. I have appointed a blueribbon committee to come up with an explanashun. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has another suggestion: “We need to get down to one or two entrances to our schools. We have to funnel our students
into our schools so we can put eyes on them.” He will probably make excceptions for transgender students. You may have received komplaints from parents that under our leadership Texas schools aren’t doing so well. True, according to Education Week, a national education publication, Texas ranks 43rd in education, falling from 39th last year. It gave us a grade of C minus. When it comes to teachers pay, which they are always whining about, according to SalaryCom, which compares such things, Texas ranks 35th among the 50 states. (I still say our teachers are overpaid.) Local school districts have their own meddlesome school boards, which only get in our way. There have been fist fights, demonstrations and total chaos. The situation has become so bad students have had to step in to restore order. I suggest we vote to issue school board members flak jackets and
stop issuing bounties. Texas needs more guns! According to press reports – if we can believe those fake news outlets -- in the recent May elections, 900 school board elections were held, and 400 new members were elected. The former members were either DOA, MIA or are living under false names. In our next meating, we must consider whether the new textbooks should retain articles on segregation, labor unions and the so-called January 6 riots on the U.S. capitol. Is any mention of global warming and pollution really necessary? Also we have to reconsider bilingualism, but as one former governor of Texas, Ma Ferguson, supposedly said: “If English was good enough for Jesus Christ, it ought to be good enough for the children of Texas.” See you in Pecos. Ashby edukates at ashby2@comcast.net
THE LEADER PUZZLERS. Answers found in this week’s Classified section
SUDOKU
Fetch your Leader ACROSS
Copies of The Leader are at our office: 2020 N. Loop W., Suite 220 or MytiBurger • 2211 W. 43rd St. C&D Hardware • 314 E. 11th St. Merle Norman Cosmetics 4216-B Ella Blvd.
1. Give a raucous cry 7. Mentally ill 10. Natural electrical phenomenon 12. Vessels 13. Judge the worth of something 14. South Asian garments 15. Studied intensively 16. District in Kazakhstan 17. Beloved meal __ and cheese 18. Ceases to live 19. Home to BYU 21. What thespians do 22. Julianne Moore and Christina Hendricks are two 27. Double in chemistry 28. Clayton Kershaw plays here 33. Overdose 34. Begrudged 36. Consumed 37. A game of chance 38. A low platform
39. Shelled and crushed coffee bean 40. Dashes 41. Long lock of a woman’s hair 44. Indicates silence in music 45. Positively charged 48. In bed 49. Cruciferous vegetable 50. Fuel 51. Kids’ ride
DOWN 1. Greenish-blue 2. Having sufficient skill, knowledge, etc. 3. Dirt 4. New Zealand mountain parrot 5. Back muscle 6. Supplement with difficulty 7. Kate and Rooney 8. How Amazon identifies its products (abbr.) 9. Emirati island 10. Contended 11. Pear-shaped fruit
12. Parks cars 14. Killing oneself 17. Austrian river 18. Older brothers 20. Home hemodialysis 23. One who is selfabsorbed 24. Yellow fever mosquitos 25. Pepper or Oz 26. Soviet Socialist Republic 29. Tellurium 30. Pens are filled with it 31. Use this at dinner 32. Thin fibrous cartilage (pl.) 35. When you were born 36. Oohed and __ 38. Small freshwater fishes 40. Religion in China 41. Twitches 42. Cape near Lisbon 43. Management software 44. Game for kids 45. Ed Murrow’s home 46. They __ 47. Part of the foot
WORD SCRAMBLE
Page 4 • Saturday, July 2, 2022 • The Leader
NNMD, from P. 1A leen Egan, and construction took about a year. The NNMD paid 20 percent of the cost, while federal funds from the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) and Federal Transit Administration covered the remaining 80 percent, according to the project page on NNMD’s website. “This was a good project to put together and supply funding,” Egan said. “We knew that we were missing sidewalks. We had no bus shelters or anything. So we knew some infrastructure was needed.” Officials say the improvements will serve to improve public safety along West Little York, as well as facilitate access to METRO’s extended transit service. There is also an at-grade new connection to White Oak Bayou, which used to end at the edge of the Harris County Flood Control District’s detention basin, according to Norden, which will connect bikers to more parts of the area. “It’s a stake in the ground for what the future is going to look like,” Norden said. “It’s got a lot of personality to it.” Further, Houston METRO chairman Sanjay Ramabhadran said that increasing access to public transportation along the route is key
to helping attract and retain businesses and people in the area. Route 03 has local stops at Antoine Drive along West Little York as well as in Acres Homes. “Houstonians are hungry for transportation options, and looking for multimodal options – and these bus stop improvements are an integral part of what we are doing,” Ramabhadran said. “…They are looking for options, and public transit improvement is the way we keep them calling Houston home.” Norden echoed the sentiment. “Local businesses that are on this route, they’re excited because it shows support for all they’ve done,” he said. “There’s a lot of growth out here, and were demonstrating that we recognize that.” Ultimately, officials said the partnership and project was a step towards improving multimodal transportation options for all residents and businesses. For more information on the West Little York Pedestrian Improvements Project and what it entailed, visit the project webpage at nnmd.org/images/Livable-Centers-Plan/ NNMD_One_Pager_V2_compressed.pdf.
Contributed photo Officials with METRO and the Near Northwest Management District cut the ribbon on West Little York’s new bus shelter. It was part of a recently-completed pedestrian improvement project.
Come to Our Freedom Picnic Burgers & Dogs Potato Salad Baked Beans Desserts Drinks
JULY 3
Following 10:17 am worship
CHURCH DIRECTORY S unday
Pastor Jerry6 : 1McNamara and Adults............................ 5 pm
MANNA Sponsor
• Worship (English)..... 10:00 am - 11:00am • Learning Hour........... 11:00am - 12:00pm • Worship (Spanish) .... 12:30 pm - 1:30pm
1602 West 43rd St. • Houston, Tx 77018 • 713-686-1577 4040•Watonga • 713-688-5227 1822 W. 18th 713-864-1470
We invite you to worship with us! Weekly Worship Services 9:00a.m. We invite you to worship with us!
Gethsemane Lutheran Church 4 4 Watonga
713-688-
Weekly Sunday Services • Bible Study: 9:15 a.m. • Morning:10:30 a.m. • Evening: 4:15 p.m.
7
Online servicesa can be reached ro ra o ri p through the website below at 9:00 am. e se a el era or www.gethsemanelutheran.org Ad # 32285
ee l ors ip er ices da c ool i le lasses
a
1700 West 43 rd at Rosslyn 713-682-4942
resc ool
Entertainment by Phil & Debi Jones of Sunrise Ministries
Love donations accepted! St. Matthew’s UMC • 4300 N. Shepherd Drive 713-697-0671 • office@stmatthewsmethodist.org
✓ B12 MaQx Booster ✓ Appetite Control ✓ Boost Metabolism ✓ One on One
Galleria Book A Consult Today
This is only the beginning - Coach
281-886-7888
Live your best life 281-886-7888
www.anewyou.co
Say a Prayer Today!
St. James Lutheran Church, ELCA
B ible S tudies F or All Ages ... 9 : 3 0 am
MorningLutheran W orship ............... 1 0 : 4 5 am Church Gethsemane W ednesday B ible S tudies F or Y outh, C hildren
“Lose up to one pound a day safely, without feeling hungry.” - Dr. Oz HCGe Gives you control of your diet again!
Pastor – Dr. Richard Walters
Candlelight Church of Christ Sunday Morning Worship 8:30 and 11:00 Sunday School for Children, Youth and Adults 9:40
Join us for Services in English or Spanish
Shepherds and sheep
Ministries for All Ages Home of Johnson Memorial School for Little Children Rev. Nathan Lonsdale Bledsoe, Pastor
Sunday Worship 10am & 5pm Sunday Bible Classes 9am Wednesday Bible Study 7pm
4215 Watonga Blvd. • 713-681-9365
2003 W. 43rd St. 713-686-8241 s t s u m c . o r g
By Pastor Will Cover
502909 BriarHillcroft Hollow St. Ln Suite 695 SUITE W410 Houston, TX 77057 Houston, Texas 77027
I
Arise Baptist Church 803 Curtin St. Houston TX 77018 713-659-9697 • www.arisebaptistchurch.org
M
ost people living today have little to no understanding of what it is like to be a sheep or to be a shepherd. When Jesus lived and ministered here on this earth in his local culture shepherding was a very familiar occupation. As Jesus spoke, He often used the imagery of a shepherd working with sheep to explain truth to the people He was teaching. In John 10, Jesus calls Himself the Good Shepherd. He was saying that the people were sheep and that they needed Him, the Good Shepherd to lead and guide them. Jesus even said that as the Good Shepherd, He would give His life for the sheep. While shepherding sheep is not a common occupation here in Houston, TX, people thinking that they know enough and can get
Houston, TX 77092
by just fine on their own is a very common thing today as it was in the days of Jesus. While the culture has changed, the pride of mankind has not changed. The political and religious leaders of Jesus’ day did not appreciate being told that they needed to follow God. They had defined God in their own terms and were happy to use their definitions of God to control the people around them. Jesus did not seek to control the people, but rather to point them to the truth. Jesus is the way to God. Jesus is the truth. Jesus is the giver of life. Just as sheep need a shepherd to lead them, guide them, feed them, and protect them, we need Jesus to lead us, to guide us, to feed us, and to protect us. He is the giver of physical and eternal life. Don’t live life on your own terms trying to go your own way. Follow the good shepherd, Jesus Christ. He has revealed Himself to us in His Word. Listen and obey His Word.
IF I COULD WALK...
I WOULD RUN an ad in The Leader
713.686.8494 Get Your Business Up and Running
O
t goes w made m err is h this the n must learn to repeat t it can be h can some We somet we’ve don for years, addition, s our past. A them, we we should the comin as well as them; that repeatedly the phrase the only w more divin the offens vindictive it! Corrie prison cam to realize
Judge n not, an
The Leader • Saturday, July 2, 2022 • Page 5
Train, from P. 1A Justices Rebecca Huddle, Jimmy Blacklock and John Devine dissented, while Justice Jane Bland did not vote. The dissenting opinion said that though Transportation Code Section 131.012 granted eminentdomain authority to facilitate construction of small electric railways for horse-drawn buggies and trolleys, Texas Central’s project is on a much bigger scale. Thus, it does not fit under the statute, as Texas Central has claimed the project will require nearly three times the amount of concrete as the Hoover Dam, according to the opinion. The Texas Attorney General’s office had also previously questioned the project’s financial viability in an amicus brief filed Dec. 17, 2021 with the Texas Supreme Court. The court heard oral arguments for the case in January. “There are countless differences between the two modes of transportation,” according to the dissenting opinion. “The most important, which merits little mention by the court, is their radically different land-use requirements. The scale of infrastructure required and amount of property imperiled by the proposed high-speed train project are orders of magnitude larger.” The case before the Texas Supreme Court originated in rural Leon County in 2019, where property owner James F. Miles sued Texas Central and an affiliated company over their right to survey his land for the project. A state district court judge in Leon County ruled in Miles’ favor, but a Texas appellate court subsequently ruled in favor of Texas Central in May 2020, saying it is a valid railroad company and could therefore exercise eminent domain – the practice by which governments and traditional railroads can force property owners to sell their land. According to Texas Central’s website, the high speed rail project will transport passengers between Houston and Dallas – a 240-mile trip – in less than 90 minutes while traveling more than 200 miles per hour, and
Texas Central says the project will create thousands of new jobs along the route. The former Northwest Mall site near the intersection of U.S. 290, Loop 610 and Interstate 10 has been tabbed as the Houston station for the proposed railway. Multiple emails to Texas Central requesting comment on the ruling were not returned as of Tuesday afternoon, while the phone number provided on the company’s website as a hot line for the High Speed Rail project returned an automated message saying the number was not in service. The company hasn’t posted any press releases on the project website since September of 2020. Nonprofit organization Texans Against High Speed Rail, which has opposed construction of the project since the beginning, reiterated its stance following the ruling in a statement posted to Facebook on June 24 “Let us be clear that this ruling breathes no life into Texas Central or its project,” Miles said. “If Texas Central feels otherwise and decides to continue this charade, we will be there to challenge them each step of the way before they step one foot on our property.”
Photo from Texas Central Facebook Texas Central’s Texas High Speed Rail project is one that proponents claim will take passengers from Houston to Dallas in around 90 minutes at over 200 miles per hour.
Seghers, from P. 1A website reads. Earlier this spring, Seghers attended a two-day interview session for potential scholars in Dallas as one of 64 finalists for the scholarship. About a week later, during a Houstonarea meet and greet event for prospective students, he found out the university’s highest academic honor was his. “I was containing all this excitement and had to be quiet, but I couldn’t even focus on the presentation,” he said. “I was losing my mind that I had gotten it.” As to how he got the scholarship, he said it all came back down to his desire to always be better and being open to not always knowing the most in the room. From constantly asking questions to simply staying humble, he said he has always harbored that work ethic.
Contributed photo Heights High School valedictorian Julian Seghers was recently named a President’s Scholar by Southern Methodist University, one of just 20 incoming students to receive the honor.
And while some of the other prospective scholars hung out at a school-organized party the night before the inter-
views in late March, Seghers said he was in his hotel room studying a thick binder of extra essays, mock interviews,
Gonzalez, said was “false and defamatory.” “It’s false,” Gonzalez wrote to The Leader at the time, “all politics.” Gonzalez’s former sheriff’s department spokesman, Jason Spencer, tweeted that the domestic abuse story had been pitched to “every news outlet” in Houston, but that none would run it. “They spiked the story because it didn’t pass minimal journalism standards,” Spencer wrote. “Let that sink in.” But after a Republican Senator sought to delay final confirmation in light of the accusation, Democrats scrapped the vote. The claim was based on an affidavit from a former Houston Community College officer who claimed to have answered a previous call related to Melissa Gonzalez - a former employee
of HCC - according to committee investigation documents posted on Scribd Monday by the Houston Chronicle. (https://www.scribd.com/ document/580049682/Gonzalez-Allegations-Summary-ofHSGAC-Inquiry-FINAL) However, the committee’s investigation into the allegations found no evidence to support the claims. His former spokesman Spencer, a resident of Oak Forest, took to Twitter again Monday after Gonzalez’s decision to withdraw from consideration. “DC politics will remain hopelessly broken if there’s no room for decent, humble, and cool-headed public servants like (Gonzalez),” Spencer wrote. “He could’ve brought thoughtful, compassionate leadership to ICE, an agency desperately in need of it.”
Gonzalez, from P. 1A posted. ICE has not had a confirmed director for more than five years, since the end of the Obama Administration. Gonzalez was raised in the Heights, attending Field Elementary and Hamilton Middle schools, became a Houston police officer, then represented District H on Houston City Council for three terms before being elected sheriff in 2016 and re-elected in 2020. Biden nominated Gonzalez to the federal post in April 2021 — raising concerns as Gonzalez had twice very publicly broken with ICE as sheriff, though he was still confirmed in a vote along party lines. But soon after his confirmation hearing, the accusation of domestic violence was brought to the HSGAC that Gonzalez denied and his wife, Melissa
F)
and more in preparation for his 9 a.m. call time. “This was the most important thing in my entire life. I went in thinking ‘This is it.’ It honestly was kind of overwhelming,” Seghers said.” Being able to keep my calm and cool, but acknowledging how much they were investing in me – it was a lot…I really didn’t want to mess it up.” As evident by the end result, his dedication paid off. Seghers has also been named an SMU Cox School of Business BBA Scholar and been accepted into the University Honors Program. He plans to double major in business and biological Sciences at SMU,
partly because he wants to keep his options open. He was blown away by SMU’s business school, he said, but also said his family has long been involved in medicine. “I want to be a place where I’m actively making an impact on the people around me, having a chance to lead people and influence them,” he said. “(SMU) is letting me balance my passion for this, because it allows me to maximize my different pathways.” Seghers has accomplished plenty in his academic career. He is a valedictorian and a President’s Scholar. Late last month, he won the Dr.
Kenneth Lay $4,000 scholarship award from the Phi Beta Kappa Alumni Association of Greater Houston. During his high school days, he helped grow Heights’ debate team from around 10-12 his freshman year to more than 40 by his senior year. But wouldn’t ever dream that he already knows it all, or has every skill necessary to achieve his dreams. He knows it will always take more work. “If anything, you don’t need to be the smartest person in the room to be successful,” he said. “Always knowing there’s something more you can learn allows you to do well.”
WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK! Use this QR code for a chance to
WIN A FREE GIFT CARD!
Boutique Clothing & Accessories
or the ultimate shopping experiRU WKH XOWLPDWH VKRSSLQJ ence, come to Merle Norman for H[SHULHQFH FRPH WR 0HUOH 1RUPDQ “unique gifts & collectibles.” There IRU ´XQLTXH JLIWV FROOHFWLEOHVµ 7KHUH LV D VSHFLDO KDQG VHOHFWHG is a special hand selected gift for JLIW IRU WKH HQWLUH IDPLO\ IRU HYHU\ the entire family for every occasion. RFFDVLRQ <RX·OO ÀQG JLIWV IRU EDELHV You’ll find gifts for babies, children, FKLOGUHQ PRP GDG JUDGXDWLRQ mom, dad, graduation, birthdays, ELUWKGD\V &RQÀUPDWLRQ )LUVW +RO\ Confirmation, First Holy Com&RPPXQLRQ %DSWLVP WKH +ROLGD\V munion, Baptism, the Holidays and DQG HYHQ JLIWV MXVW WR VD\ ´, ORYH even gifts just to say, “I love you.” \RXµ
We want your feedback and you can win a $100 Visa card by answering a few short questions.
We offer our customers the conve:H RIIHU RXU FXVWRPHUV WKH nience to drive up to our front door FRQYHQLHQFH WR GULYH XS WR RXU IURQW and find unusual gifts and the very GRRU DQG ÀQG XQXVXDO JLIWV DQG WKH best personal service. YHU\ EHVW SHUVRQDO VHUYLFH
6WRS LQ WRGD\ Stop in today!
Plus fo forHair HairLoss Loss Turban Plus Made in the USA
Merle Norman Cosmetics and Boutique 4216 Ella @ W.43rd, Houston, TX 77018 713-686-5993
Like Us On Facebook Diane Morish-Owner Diane’s Unique Gifts & Merle Norman on Ella @ 43rd
The Leader • Saturday, July 2, 2022 • Page 6
Art Valet: Take a tropical staycation at artist studios MITCH COHEN Art Columnist
Three studio artists have a vacation plan that will save you time, money and hassle with their themed art show, “Tropical Staycation!” The free event takes place Friday, July 8, 2022, 7 – 10 p.m., at Winter Street Studios #A4.5, 2101 Winter St., Houston, TX 77007. The invitation says it all; “Summer is here! Gas prices are too high or don’t have the time to get away? No need to worry, we’ve got you covered. We will have all summer and tropical art, festive food and cocktails with music by Uncle Charlie. Have your staycation here!” The three entrepreneurial artists with a penchant for the tropics are Angela Rose Walling, Crystal Wreden and Teresa Staley. I met all three through my markets and each has their own unique style of painting. What they have in common is a drive to learn, expand and share their art with the world. Angela Rose Walling was visiting First Saturday Arts Market, and talking about getting in “one day” with me, long before she became an
artist there. Her enthusiasm for life is as bright as her abstract paintings, and her color palette could be described as “wear sunglasses.” Kidding aside, if an artist’s work reflects that artist’s personality, then Walling’s work screams, let’s have fun! Born and raised in Houston, Walling, is a self taught painter and maintains a full-time job in addition to her studio. Art Valet: Tell me about your painting background. Walling: “I have always been creative but I didn’t paint my first oil until my late 20’s,” Walling said. “In my mid 40’s I discovered acrylic abstracts and it has been my calling. Acrylic Landscapes and Abstracts. I grew up in a very creative household with both my Mom and Sister having art degrees. I would have to give Bob Ross most credit for teaching me how to paint.” Walling has a clothing line featuring her vibrant abstracts too. Follow Walling on Instagram for more: https://www. instagram.com/angelarosewalling/ Crystal Wreden is originally from Atlanta Georgia and works in sales when she’s not painting Houston landscapes (currently) in oil and acrylics. Wreden attended The Market at Sawyer Yards, where we met, and had one of the most creative first time art displays I’ve seen. Wreden was attending
Contributed photo From left, Crystal Wreden, Teresa Staley and Angela Walling are ready for a Tropical Staycation
many of the outdoor markets in Houston before joining Walling and Staley at Winter St. Studios. AV: When did you first start creating art? Wreden: “When I was little I would sit near my mom and color with crayons while she painted,” Wreden said. “As I got older she started letting me use more and more of her art supplies, basically everything except for the oil paints which aren’t the best medium
for a child anyways.” AV: How long have you been at Glassell School of the Art? Tell us about that. “Over the years I painted as a hobby and started taking classes at the Glassell School in 2018,” Wreden said. “Since then my technical skills have definitely gotten a lot better and my art practice has benefited from the guidance, coursework and critiques. The past couple classes I have taken were advanced painting
with Brian Portman and I plan to take his class again this fall. I’d recommend the Glassell for anyone looking to develop in their art or for anyone looking to learn something new. Since the classes are a semester long it is a definite commitment both time-wise and financially, but for me it has been definitely worth it.” AV: Do you like the studio? “I’m really enjoying being at Winter Street, I think having a fixed space to hang paintings helps me focus on the layout and flow of a collection as a whole,” Wreden said. “And it’s been great sharing the space with Angela and Teresa!” See more art by Crystal Wreden on her website: www. crystalwreden.com. Teresa Staley describes her work as a merging of romantic fantasy and realism. Born in Australia but raised in Houston, Staley attended the Art Institute of Houston, graduating with honors with a degree in Visual Communications. She’s owned a decorative painting and mural business for over 20 years and painting is literally on her mind, all of the time. Staley works primarily in acrylic, oil, digital and mixed media. Her favorite subject matter includes exotic and powerful women from different cultures, pop art and mixed media abstracts. Staley’s accolades are many between her “Mural and Faux by Design” business and her
paintings. We didn’t get a chance to talk before I wrote this story, but looking back through my emails, I found this statement by Staley about her artwork. “My art is continually evolving, found through life’s experiences, observations, and experimentation with many different mediums,” Staley wrote. “My greatest joy is to paint, draw, design and create in many different forms without limits. My life’s work has been in the arts; this is what I know and love best.” Staley is on the web at h t t p : / / w w w. mu r a l s f a u x bydesign.com/ “Tropical Staycation!” Friday, July 8, 2022, 7 – 10 p.m., at Winter Street Studios #A4.5, 2101 Winter St., Houston, TX 77007. Use entrance door A, their studio will be open Saturday noon - 5 p.m. for Second Saturday Open Studios at Sawyer Yards. Remember that the First Saturday Arts Market is not open this Saturday. Find Crystal Wreden and many of the other artists at BAM! Art Market, August 13, 12-8 p.m., at Silver Street Studios. Details on my website. Cohen is an artist and founder of the First Saturday Arts Market and The Market at Sawyer Yards. Find him at ArtValet.com for additional highlights and artist’s stories.
Review: Sunday Press impresses with fresh, healthy choices By Dan Greer news@theleadernews.com
Let me tell you up front. I was aware that Sunday Press wasn’t going to be my usual meat-and-potatoes kind of place. I’m a guy who would normally choose a chicken fried steak and sweet tea over Strawberry & Crème Fraiche and Butterfly Pea Tea Latte. And yes, those are on the menu here. Upon entering Sunday Press, 3315 Ella Blvd., you’ll notice it is spotlessly clean and orderly with a bright and pleasant feel. It’s a younger crowd, thus smart phones and laptops abound. Even so, there was plenty of conversation going on and you get the sense this is a place you can relax amid the overhanging plants and cheery natural light. There is a large menu on the wall next to the glass counter containing a cornucopia of sweet treats, including many varieties of flashy macarons. You order at the counter and take your food back to the table. The young staff was enthusiastic and helpful. If desired, they will heat your order up and bring it to you. Most everything you see is made in-house. I will eat a salad … when coerced. Don’t tell my bud-
A variety of sweet treats, including macarons, are available at Sunday Press.
dies, but on this day I decided to try Cassie’s Signature Salad, hoping to counteract some recent poor nutritional choices. It turns out, against all biased odds on my part, that this salad was the star of the show. If $10.75 sounds like a lot for a salad in a plastic to-go container, I would normally agree. But this bountiful, leafy creation packs a punch and could easily be shared. Fresh romaine, cabbage, parsley and cucumber make up the green stuff. Toss in some cherry tomatoes, red onions, sweet peppers, dates and … wait for it … candied pecans, and you have a virtual symphony of flavors. However, the MVP of this
salad is the house creamy Mediterranean Vinaigrette. I would eat/drink it eight days a week. I hope Sunday Press bottles, markets and sells this wondrous purple elixir. On a second visit we tried several other items. The bacon, egg and cheese breakfast taco was up to par with ample ingredients, but lacked the zing you would get from a good taqueria, which is my baseline for these critical comparisons. The pre-packaged chicken salad sandwich was on fresh bread with crust removed. It was creamy and tasty with the requisite Granny Smith apples, celery, red onions and plenty of chicken. The hot Italian sandwich
Photo by Dan Greer
with salami, pepperoni, ham, mozzarella, Italian herb butter and giardiniera peppers on a ciabatta bun was decent but not a show-stopper. The White Chocolate Macadamia cookie had good flavor but I found it to be on the dry side. It wasn’t Ree Drummonds’ recipe, but it was probably healthier. Choices, choices. They have many unique beverage choices. My cappuccino was smooth and creamy, just as I like it. Maybe next time I’ll live on the wild side and sample the Honey Lavender London Fog. They have a points program that rewards you on future visits. And check out their fun “Events” tab on
Photo by Dan Greer Cassie’s Signature Salad: Cassie’s Signature Salad at Sunday Press, 3315 Ella Blvd., features romaine, cabbage, parsley, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onions, sweet peppers, dates, candied pecans and a creamy Mediterranean vinaigrette.
their website, sunday-press. com. Maybe join them for “National Tell a Joke Day.” We could all use a laugh these days, am I right? Rather than being a coffee shop that offers food as an afterthought, Sunday Press has better food offerings than many of its chain competitors and provides an inviting atmosphere for working, studying or just enjoying a nice, relaxing latté with a friend. There is a drive-through available for morning commuters. Online ordering is available, too.
Sunday Press is located on bustling Ella Boulevard. Sunday Press Address: 3315 Ella Blvd. Dining options: Dine-in, takeout, drive-through Hours: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily Entrée prices: $2.95-$10.75 Beverage prices: $3-$7 Kid-friendly: Yes (kids meals available) Senior discount: No Alcohol: No Healthy options: Yes (in abundance) Star of the show: Cassie’s Signature Salad Rating: 3.5 out of 5 bites
Nibbles & Sips: Local spots hosting Independence Day celebrations bar featuring wine and more. For more information and to stay up to date on the impending opening, follow the restaurant @sushibytheheights on Instagram.
By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
With July 4 right around the corner, several neighborhood dining spots are among those hosting special events next week to celebrate the holiday. Bobcat Teddy’s Ice House, 2803 White Oak Dr. in the Heights, will have live music by Chris Goodwin, according to a Facebook post. The bar and restaurant will also serve customers complimentary burgers and hot dogs during the celebration from noon-7 p.m. Additionally, Berg Hospitality Group restaurants B.B. Lemon (1809 Washington Avenue) and B&B Butchers (1814 Washington Avenue) will be open for the holiday. B.B Lemon will host a 4th of July brunch with DJ Mohawk Steve from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and B&B Butchers will serve dinner from 4-9 p.m. according to the restaurant
Photo from Facebook B&B Butchers is one of the local dining spots hosting Independence Day celebrations next week.
websites. In addition to its regular menu, B&B Butchers’ website says the restaurant will also serve its Wagyu Dogs – two hot dogs with all the fixings accompanied by its steak fries – for $18. For more information on the events, visit bbbutchers.
com and bblemon.com Sushi by the Heights opening next month There is another sushi restaurant coming to the local area within the next few weeks. According to the restau-
Contributed photo Sushi by the Heights, which hoping to open at 1111 Studewood St., Suite B by the middle of next month, will offer cuisine such as the sushi shown.
rant, Sushi by the Heights is tentatively planning to open its doors at the site of the former Studewood Bar
and Grill, 1111 Studewood St., Suite B, in mid-July. The restaurant will offer various kinds of sushi as well as a
Northside Village restaurant celebrating third anniversary Monkey’s Tail, a bar and restaurant at 5802 Fulton St., will celebrate its third anniversary in the area this Sunday, and is hosting a special celebration to commemorate it. On Sunday, the restaurant’s Facebook page says it will host an all-day celebration from 11 a.m.-2 a.m., and will serve brunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The event will also include a Doggy Fashion Show and costume contest from 12-1:30pm, a churro stand, a mariachi band, a DJ and more. For more information, follow @monkeystailhou on Facebook.
The Leader • Saturday, July 2, 2022 • Page 7
Keeping your backyard birds safe from your outdoor cat
Dear Tabby, We’re having trouble with our indoor/outdoor cat killing the birds in our yard. As avid bird watchers, this is very distressing, but we love our cat and want what’s best for him too. Any suggestions on how to keep him from hurting our birds? Cat-Owning Bird-Lovers in The Heights Dear Cat-Owning BirdLovers, It’s really an age-old trope, isn’t it? The pampered, beloved (not to mention well-fed) housecat who has an insatiable appetite for backyard birds. The crux of the issue is that cats have a prey drive and, when given the chance, will pounce on anything with feathers. As bird lovers, it’s difficult to strike a balance between entertaining your cat and keeping your backyard birds safe. Here are some ideas for decreasing the bird murders in your yard: Leading with the obvious… Not to be trite, but the best way to keep your cat from killing your birds is to keep him inside only. Unfortunately, once a cat has had a taste of the freedom that comes from living outdoors, it can often be hard to convert them to being an indoors-only creature. The good news is that with a lot of patience and a little tenacity, you can help your cat to have a change of heart about going outdoors. Be sure to keep him entertained inside with lots of play time and use toys that stimulate his prey drive and offer lots of good perches near
Dog Rabies Vaccination
10
$
feeders all together and rely on getting your bird watching fix by visiting area parks and nature preserves. It’s estimated that cats kill at least 19 million songbirds and 140,000 game birds each year. For some cats, these birds serve as their food source, but for many pet cats, bird killing is just sport. With a little patience, planning and care, you can work to ensure that your cat and your birds can coexist on the same piece of property while minimizing the carnage that your cat might like to inflict. To love a cat is to understand that they have primal urges-sometimes involving killing other animals--so come to terms with this and then offer alternatives to scratch your cat’s primal itches in a peaceful way.
windows so that he can experience the outdoors within the safety of your home. Try supervised outside time If your cat just can’t handle the prospect of never going outside again, see if he will respond to walking on a harness and leash. This will give him the outside time that he craves while keeping your birds safe. Also popular are “catios,” which are screened in porches for cats to experience the outdoors behind the safety of screens and shutters. Move your bird feeders If your cat refuses to live indoors only, move your bird feeders to parts of your yard where your cat doesn’t frequent. For instance, if your cat loves your front porch, make sure not to put a bird feeder near his favorite spot. Choose a remote part of your yard in which to feed your birds or, do away with bird
45*
* With Wellness Exam
Call About Cat Vaccines
New Well Puppy & Kitten Exam
FREE Routine Male Cat Neuters
Do you have a question for Tabby? Email her at deartabby questions@gmail.com.
49
$
Pet of the Week
5315 Antoine@ Pinemont
713-688-9625
Hours: M-F 7am-6:00pm Sat. 8am-12 Noon
Meet Camille This 3 month old stunner (those eyes, right?) was found scared and hiding in a car engine. Miraculously, she was uninjured and is so grateful to be safe and secure in a foster home. Camille loves playing with other kitties and napping on soft blankets--oh, and her purr is legendary! Go visit Camille and see for yourself what a special girl she is! To learn more, go to www. saveacatrescue.org.
Easy, affordable, effective advertising TheLeadernews.com
FAMILY OWNED
LONG STANDING MEXICAN RESTAURANT IN FOREST WEST SHOPPING CENTER Take Outs Available! So Order Your Lunch or Dinner and Leave the Rest To Us! Come In or Call To Order!
Mexican Restaurant
5305 Antoine @ Pinemontt 53 713-682-3853
OPEN 111:00 AM - 8:00 PM Everyday But Tuesdays Every
Ad # 29544
Tia Maria has 32 oz. Margaritas to go for $15 with a food order. Frozen or rocks.
WHEN IT COMES TO
ADNORESULTS ONE ELSE STACKS UP
If you are hungry, let us cook for you!
The Leader reaches more houses with more readers so you get more response!
Put Us To Work For You:
4618 Dacoma
713-686-8494
(Between Hwy. 290 and Mangum)
(713) 680-0825
THE CLASSIFIEDS. Wanting to run a classified ad? CALL 713-686-8494 Monday - Friday. We accept credit cards.
FOR SALE
GARAGE/ESTATE SALE BLUE MOON ANTIQUES AND ESTATE SALES Antiques and Collectibles Providing Estate Sales Services 3311 Ella • 832-286-7882 Like us on www.facebook.com/ bluemoonantiques-houstontx
It’s
Looking for a Garage Garage Sale Sale or Yard Sale?
Season!
Find them in our new Market Square section.
Advertise your garage sale here.
713-686-8494
THE FOAM STORE
Custom Cut Memory Foam Chair pads Couch Cushions Mattress Foam 2217 W. 34th, Ste. A.
713-686-6622
Johnny & Rhea Danna, Owners Retail CenteR www.thefoamstore.com wholesale pRiCes
Advertise your Lawn Care Service Here
Call
713-686-8494
HEALTH & FITNESS Aikido - Judo Japanese Martial Arts 8th Degree Black Belt
713-826-5877
www.aikibudo-aikido.com
Are You Looking for Someone to Care for Your Senior or Family Member in Your Home or a Facility? Dedicated Hearts Provides:
• Exceptional Personalized Care • Companionship • Light House Keeping • Meal Prep, etc.
YOUR AD CAN RUN HERE
Call 713-686-8494
ADULT CARE
Please Give Us a Call for More Details
Looking to hire good local people? Leader classifieds get great response and cost less than the daily paper.
832-515-2855
heartsdedicated4@gmail.com
PETS M M&M Pet Sitting S
Afford Affordable Pet Care In Your Home Will Treat Your Loved Ones As My Own Bonded Mitzi 713-444-8517
Most of us that bring you The Leader live right here in your community and we appreciate you reading it every week. Thanks.
Page 8 • Saturday, July 2, 2022 • The Leader
WANT TO BUY
WE BUY GUNS!
CONSIGNMENTS TOP CASH PAID FORWELCOME YOUR GUNS!
BLACK GOLD GUNS & AMMO 2001 Karbach Suite F Houston, TX 77092
713-694-4867
Licensed FFL/Class III Dealer
e Leader is o r paper
e s
GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS PLUMBING
Aaron’s
GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS
GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS
GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS
QUALITY CONCRETE WORK
Ramiro Garcia
www.camposroofing.com
Since 1974
PLUMBING
CAMPOS Roofing
Drain & Sewer Cleaning #17773 - 7 Days a week
“The Residential Roofing Specialists”
Re-roofs • Repairs
825 Curtin 77018
713-695-2222
Hardi Siding • Gutters • Painting • Windows
All Work Guaranteed Free Estimates
3825 Dr. • (713) 680-3530 3308Pinemont Ella Blvd
PEST CONTROL
Memory Foam Mattresses
Cherokee
PEST CONTROL • Termites • Roaches • Ants • Silver sh • Rodents
t e
Free Termite Inspection
713-682-6801
GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS
FOAM st
SLEEP SLEEP BETTER BETTER
•Patios •Driveways •Room Additions •Expedient Work American Made “God Bless America”
713-703-8488 Jim
45 yrs. Exp. - FREE EST.
• Chain Link • Wood • Wrought Iron / Hand Rails • Gate Operators Residential & Commercial
AUTO AIR CONDITIONING
WELLS ROOFING
Electric and Auto Leak Detection
Gutters • Siding • Painting • Roof Leaks Call Today
832-731-3866
All Work Guaranteed
Insured for your protection • EST 1974 email: Wells5517@sbcglobal.net
Call Casper 713.205.6922
JUNK HAULING
R.B. GARAGE DOORS
Garage
Home/Business • FREE ESTIMATES
20% Off With Ad
#1 Cheapest Trash Hauling / Demolition Co. in TX!
If You’ve Got It, We’ll Haul It. a s ame a er i e • n r rea
AAACheapTrashHauling.com
Insured
713-235-0560
EUGENE
HAULS TRASH: Cleans Garages, Trims Trees.
832-890-5453
Manny
Junk Remover
281.414.8698
• Home • Yard • Garage • Storage • Shed Removal
Your Best “STOP” For A Drip
oor
perts •
ears
perien e
Affordable Prices • Free Estimates * Garage Door Openers * Lube & Tunes * Crashed Door Resets * Springs
GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENT
ROGELIO
832-755-5245
www.rbgaragedoorshouston.com rbgaragesdoors@gmail.com • Genie • Craftsman • Lift Master • Chamberlain
CHEAP TRASH HAULING FAST WE WILL BEAT ANY PRICE
DMI GENERAL CONTRACTOR
For all your construction / remodeling needs •Tile •Electrical •Roofing •Flooring •Plumbing •Carpentry •Siding •Paint
713
Repair & Install Pressure Washing Painting • Siding
ROOFING by SERNA BROS.
Serving NW Houston Since 1973
FREE estimates
IT’S AN INVESTMENT
Gilbert 281-948-4879
Compare us.
713-862-7320
30+ Yrs. Exp.
Frank Montes
J&D HANDYMAN SERVICE
Sheetrock Repair
Painting Drywall✔ Drywall Hardi Plank Siding Plank Cabinet Re-facing ✔ Painting ✔ Hardi Siding Any Type of Carpentry Work Complete Remodels ✔ Any Type of Carpentry Work ✔ Complete Remodels
Painting Interior/Exterior
For Your Home Repair Needs:
Match any texture
Roofing Work Carpentry Handyman Services Power Washing Maid Service Good References
TEL
CELL713-569-4199 CELL 713-569-4199 281-272-6900
Charlie's
ROOFING
Quality Work Low Prices Hand Nailed Hardi-Siding Oak Forest Area Resident 40+ years Free Estimates
(713) 962-3474
6 96
TACL A020360E
HOME REMODELING
• Painting • Sheetrock • Tile Work • Roo ng • Carpentry • Carpet • Concrete • Power Wash • Burglar Bars • Brick • Trees FREE ESTIMATES - Hector
281-827-4447
BEST VALUE
CON STRUCTION
HOME REPAIRS Handyman Services, Carpentry, Painting-Int/Ext, Cabinets, Doors, Trim, Insured Eddie Lunsford
281-352-7304
Complete Pavers • Patios • Decks • Driveways • Brick Columns
ALL HOME REPAIR • Termite/Water Repair
FENCES & DECKS
Gilbert 281-948-4879
Repair & Installation All Type Fences • Chain link • Wood • Ornamental Iron Small jobs welcome Call 7 Days
Pete’s Quality
CUSTOM PAINTING
Jose `
WATER DAMAGE REPAIRS
Cell (281) 221-0637
Including Flooded Homes • Exterior/Interior • Pressure Washing • Sheetrock Repair • References • Insured 713-201-5569 832-372-5577
• Sheetrock • Painting • Texturing • Roofing Repair/Replace • Shower/Bath Redo • Tile • Flooring/Carpet • Ceramic Tile • Fence Repair
Interior/Exterior
Installation Repair Sanding Finishing
Martinez Concrete Works
• Driveways • Patios • Sidewalks • Foundation Additions • Stamp Concrete Bonded and Insured • Free Estimates
832-515-4214 P U Z Z L E R
713-460-COLD(2653) www.acmanhouston.com TACL B27781E
HAR BINGER
electric
Lights-Plugs-Breakers Cover all electric needs Licensed-Insured
bravenecelectric@gmail.com
TEL. 713-721-5490 17823
NEED A NEW COAT? ro a e coa o pai o a o al re odel T u rn to the Leader lassifieds
martinezconcreteworks@gmail.com
PRIME ROOFING
To Advertise C all Today
713-686-8494
Commercial • Residential New Roof • Re-Roof
713-681-5001
www.primeroofing.com
ROOFING REPAIRS AND INSTALLATION Flat roofs also. FENCING installation and repairs. Call Sam
713-582-5500
APPLIANCE & TV REPAIR
$ !PPLIANCE ,• 2EPAIR Refrigerators • Ovens • Washers • Dryers
KINARD’S Appliance Service
Washers - Dryers Dishwashers - Ranges 281-350-6255 713-857-2050 you read this, then classified ads or C all today to adv ertise
713-686-8494
S O L U T IO N S
F rom a drip o a lea r to the Leader lassifieds to tu rn those eadac es o
AW Appliance Sales & Service Washer • Dryers Ranges & Stoves Refrigerators Freezers
713-697-0335
832-526-8531
e o a res l s adv ertise in T h e Leader.
w w w . h ou s tonh eig h ts r oof er s . c om
with this ad
American Standard Authorized Dealer
832-425-2152-- Free Free Estimates 832-425-2152 Estimates
713-408-0137
Call Sam 713-582-5500 713-686-2285
281-728-7552
$20 OFF
MASTER #178565 TECL TECL#25670 #25670 Native Native Houstonian Houstonian - 46 Yrs. MASTER #178565 - 52 Yrs.
cc accepted
Cell: 832-584-0725
35 Yrs. Exp. & Leader Advertiser
Roofing, Siding, Painting, etc. K eep it l oc a l a nd c a l l th e p r os .
Cooling & Heating Res. - Com.
Oak Oak Forest Forest Resident/Office Resident/Office • Residential • Residential •• Commercial Commercial ••Service Service Licensed -- Insured Insured -- 34 26 Yrs. Yrs. Exp. Exp. Licensed “ a” ON on anG ie’ s list “A” ANGIE’S LIST
713-864-4168
Power Wash
Free Estimates
ROOFERS
WOOD FLOORS
! # -AN
John John Kuenstle Kuenstle Electric,LLC Electric,LLC
Since 1953 - TECL 19210 Res./Comm. Wiring
Houston Heights
Adam’s
“Honesty is our best discount”
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
281-389-4654
713-688-6463
HEATING
713-869-8876
713-688-3277
RIO GRANDE FENCE CO.
Thank you for your continued business Free Estimates on Fencing
AND
713-296-9753
IT’S NOT JUST A FENCE
petesqualitypainting300@gmail.com
(open 6 Days)
9235 N. Houston Rosslyn 77088
David’s
.0 , * #, All Makes & Models “We We Make House Calls Calls” a
I Buy cracked Flat Panel TV’s 1622 W. 23rd
NEED A NEW ROOF? We’ve got you covered! T u rn to e Leader lassifieds
T o Advertise Call T oday
713-686-8494
A/C
SALES, SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
BRAVENEC ELECTRIC
WOOD FENCING
L E AD E R
713-680-0059
FREE ESTIMATES
Arctic Auto Air Automotive Air Conditioning
At Reasonable prices
H H VETERAN OWNED H H
713.686.6622
®
CONDITIONING
House Painting
TONY MUNOZ FENCE CO.
re
GENERALHEAT/AIR HOME IMPROVEMENTS
To Advertise Call Today
CRYPTO FUN
WORD SCRAMBLE CArolinA
Answers: A. wing B. plane C. takeoff D. field
713-686-8494
LAWN & GARDEN GUIDE 20## #6.#021 ',!
Dennis Clooney - Manager 25+ Years Experience • Tree Trimming/Removal • Stump Grinding • Fertilization • Construction Preparation • Residential/Commercial Insured Liability and Workman’s Comp
713-683-TREE (713-683-8733) FREE ESTIMATES
1/""
713-682-5296
www.richtersservicesinc.com
LUXURY LAWNS
Lawn Maintenance Landscape & Design Sprinklers/Drainage Systems Free Estimates 20 yrs. exp.
012*$/&+!&+$
Residential/Commercial FREE ESTIMATES/Credit Cards
Call today - beautiful home tomorrow!
• Landscape Installation • Weather Damage Replacement • Tree Trim & Removal • Lawn & Bed Maintenance • Landscape Lighting • Organic Soil Amendments
713-688-4244 David Bartula
I S H E R E! Advertise your Lawn Care Service
Call
713-686-8494
Gilbert’s Landscape Lawn Care
Mowing • Edging • Blowing Flower Bedding • Fertilizing
TREE CUTTING & TRIMMING
FREE ESTIMATES – 17 Yrs. Exp.
(281) 948-4879
Texas Lawn Services & Landscaping • Flower Bedding • Mowing • Edging • Fertilizing • Mulch • Trimming and More Call Gilberto 346-303-7003
jose.salazar020473@gmail.com
Verdeco
LANDSCAPING SERVICES
• Lawn Maintenance • Fertilize • Mulch, Tree Trimming • Flowerbed Cleanup • Grass Installation
713-703-6406
RAMIREZ TREE SERVICE
Trimming • Removal Pruning • Topping Stump Grinding Free Insured & Bonded Estimates Residential & Commercial
713-480-9450
YOUR AD CAN RUN HERE Call
713-686-8494
GENERAL
The Leader • Saturday, July 2, 2022 • Page 9
Prescription-only medical marijuana dispensary opens in Greater Heights By Charlotte Aguilar caguilar@mcelvypartners.com
Medical-grade marijuana — narrowly available to patients in Texas since legislation in 2015 and expanded last year — has become easier to access locally with the recent opening of the Houston area’s first permanent by-prescription dispensary in the Greater Heights. Texas Original (TXOG), located in a 1,776-square-foot storefront at 1714 Houston Ave., is open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, dispensing three categories of cannabis products to patients identified in the Texas Compassionate Use Act (https://guides.sll.texas.gov/cannabis/ compassionate-use). Qualifying conditions — those in which research shows improvement or relief with use of medical marijuana — include autism, cancer, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, post-traumatic stress disorder, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. It’s estimated that 2 million Texans qualify for medical marijuana use. “This is a monumental step forward for medical cannabis access in Houston,” said Texas Original’s CEO, Morris Denton, in a statement. “Patients in one of the most populated cities in the country can now locally pick up their life-changing medication five days a week…Reliable and convenient access to medicine is what all patients deserve.” The brick storefront operates under highly complex state regulations, controlled by the Texas Department of Public Safety. For instance, products can’t legally be stored overnight on site, so they are transported daily from the company’s Austin headquarters and returned after closing. TXOG’s products — including sprays, gummies, tinctures and lozenges — are available by prescription only through physicians registered with the Compassionate Use program. The dispensary has on-site medical personnel who can facilitate getting qualified patients into the program. Texas Original is one of three licensed medical cannabis providers in the state, able to offer products with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) — the chemical that creates the marijuana “high.” While CBD (cannabidiol) stores and booths have become staples of strip malls and farmers markets, the hempderived chemical by itself doesn’t have psychoactive properties, according to the Harvard Medical School, but is used in medical marijuana, including some of the products dispensed by Texas Original. The three types of products produced and dispensed by the company include THConly, balanced formulations which include similar levels of THC and CBD, and highCBD products. Each is used to treat specific diseases or conditions. The TXOG products are unusual for prescription medications beyond their chemical composition, with flavors such as sour peach mango and strawberry passion fruit gummies and agave lime lozenges. The company controls the entire process from seed to manufacture and reports it is nearing completion on a new 96,000-square-
Contributed photo Texas Original is the first medical marijuana dispensary in the Houston area, filling prescriptions five days a week at 1714 Houston Ave. in the Greater Heights.
Contributed photo Pictured is the interior of Texas Original at 1714 Houston Ave., which opened last week.
foot, state-of-the-art medical cannabis cultivation and processing facility on 25 acres in Bastrop County. In addition to the new dispensary, TXOG also operates two pop-up pickup locations
Photo from Twitter The company offers three different formulations of medical marijuana in products including gummies, tinctures, sprays and lozenges.
with limited hours in north Houston and Katy. The other two companies licensed by the DPS as medical cannabis providers are Fluent and Goodblend, both with limited service in Houston. There are also medical
Business Briefs: Waltrip grad tabbed to lead HCSCC board By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
A graduate of a local high school has been appointed as the new head of the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation (HCSCC). Bishop James Dixon, who graduated from Waltrip High School, was tabbed as the organization’s new chairman earlier this week, according to a news release from HCSCC and NRG Park. Dixon, who has served on the organization’s board of directors since 2018, will succeed outing chairman Edgar Colon. His appointment comes ahead of several notable events that will make their way to NRG in the coming years, including the NCAA Division I Men’s Final Four in 2023, the College Football Playoffs in 2024, and the 2026 World Cup. He has served as a community advocate for several organizations, including the AntiDefamation League-The Coalition of Mutual Respect, Harris County Racial and Ethnic Disparities Committee “By leading through consensus building, I look forward to making the citizens of Harris County and the greater Houston area proud with the experience they will have here at NRG Park,” Dixon said. After graduating from Waltrip, HCSCC said Dixon
Photo from Facebook Waltrip graduate James Dixon, pictured, has been tabbed to lead the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation.
attended Houston Baptist University and Texas Southern University before graduating from Oikodome College of Biblical Studies. He also has a Masters of Ministry from Richmond Seminary and a Doctorate of Ministry from Virginia University Lynchburg and Seminary. For more information on the HCSCC, visit its website at nrgpark.com/hcscc/. Heights bar donating funds to abortion funding A local bar is donating proceeds one day this weekend to abortion funding in the aftermath of the Supreme Court overturning
Roe vs. Wade last week. Johnny’s Gold Brick, 2518 Yale St., said in an Instagram post June 24 that all sales proceeds from this coming Saturday will be donated to Texas-based Abortion Access Funds. “We have long been outspoken in our belief that abortion is a fundamental part of reproductive healthcare and that it should be safe and readily accessible to all women and families regardless of which state you live in or how much money you have,” the bar wrote. National nonprofit offering grants to Texas businesses
Founders First CDC, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, recently announced its second round of business grants aimed at helping minority-owned businesses in the state of Texas. There will be 30 Job Creators Quest grants awarded to diverse-led companies located in the north, central east or south Texas regions, with a current staff of 2-20 employees and the ability to add 1-2 net new premium wage jobs in the next 12 months, according to a news release from the organization. To be eligible, the company’s founder must be Black, indigenous, a person of color, LGBTQIA+, a military veteran, a woman or located in a low-to-moderate income area and be a forprofit company with annual revenues between $100,000 and $3 million. Interested Houston companies can visit foundersfirstcdc.org/texas through July 25 to apply. “With the rising cost of living, it can be challenging for families let alone business owners to stay afloat, particularly when it costs them more to provide goods and services for their consumers,” said Shaylon Scott, executive director of Founders First. “We are happy to be able to invest money and resources in hard working business owners throughout Texas to help them thrive.”
marijuana telehealth and delivery services available in Houston, authorized under the state program.
COSMETIC DENTISTRY State-of-the art procedures, instruments & techniques “One of Houston’s Top Dentists” — HTexas Magazine 2004-2018
NEW PATIENT SPECIAL
70
Exam, X-Ray & Cleaning $ Regularly $1 0
Mathew Naftis, D.D.S. w w w. d r n a f t i s . c o m
1214 W 43rd Ste 300
713-682-7939
CARE
CREDIT
Jennifer M. Solak Attorney & Counselor at Law
ESTATE PLANNING PROBATE BUSINESS LAW
713.588.5744 jennifer@solaklegal.com 2950 N. Loop West, Suite 500, Houston, TX 77092
Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Heights I-10 where our clean and fresh beds are waiting for you
Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Heights I-10 5820 Katy Freeway Houston, TX 77007 713-869-9211
In the neighborhood
www.houstoni10centralsuites. hamptoninn.com
3,500 Sq Ft Flexible Meeting Space We charge the ideal rate for Social, Military, Religious or Corporate gatherings
Complimentary Hot Breakfast, WiFi and Parking
Ask for The Leader discount to save 20% on your next stay
THE PUBLIC.
DON’T BE A VICTIM! Concealed Handgun Classes
WE BUY ALL GUNS
The Leader • Saturday, July 2, 2022 • Page 10
Man found dead inside car in Central Northwest By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
Police are searching for suspects in connection to the shooting death of a man found in a car early Thursday morning in the Central Northwest neighborhood, according to the Houston Police Department.
The identity of the 28-year-old man is still pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences according to Michele Arnold, a spokesperson for the medical examiner. Officers responded at about 12:15 a.m. Thursday to 5198 Antoine Dr., police
Police Reports • June 22-28 JUNE 22
Theft 6 PM 700 BLOCK OF LAWRENCE Theft 6 PM 3300 BLOCK OF WHITE OAK DR
JUNE 23
Theft 1 PM 00 BLOCK OF W 34TH Theft 8 PM 1500 BLOCK OF WAVERLY Theft 8 PM 2600 BLOCK OF AIRLINE Theft 11 PM 6100 BLOCK OF ABINGTON WAY Theft 5 PM 2000 BLOCK OF SHEPHERD DR N Theft 8 AM 1900 BLOCK OF HEIGHTS BLVD Theft 4 PM 400 BLOCK OF 19TH ST W Other 10 AM 400 BLOCK OF 31ST ST E Assault 11 AM 1100 BLOCK OF 26TH ST W Other 9 AM 500 BLOCK OF 42ND ST E
JUNE 24
Theft 3 PM 100 BLOCK OF LOOP N Other 1 PM 400 BLOCK OF 42ND ST E Theft 4 PM 00 BLOCK OF CROSSTIMBERS ST E Theft 7 AM 2100 BLOCK OF SHEPHERD DR N Arrest 2 AM 2000 BLOCK OF DURHAM DR N
JUNE 25
Theft 6 PM 500 BLOCK OF 19TH ST W Vandalism 3 AM 1900 BLOCK OF HEIGHTS BLVD Theft 5 PM 2300 BLOCK OF LAWRENCE Vandalism 8 PM 1400 BLOCK OF 24TH ST W Theft 2 PM 2100 BLOCK OF YALE Theft 6 PM 2500 BLOCK OF YALE Theft 2 AM 300 BLOCK OF 27TH Theft 2 PM 900 BLOCK OF WINSTON Theft 4 PM 700 BLOCK OF 37TH ST E Theft 9 PM 1200 BLOCK OF 20TH ST W Theft 11 PM 400 BLOCK OF E 41ST Assault 9 AM 00 BLOCK OF CROSSTIMBERS ST E Arrest 2 AM 2000 BLOCK OF DURHAM DR
Theft 7 AM 4400 BLOCK OF BUSIEK Theft 6 AM 4300 BLOCK OF EUROPA
JUNE 26
Thef 8 PM 400 BLOCK OF HEIGHTS BLVD S Theft 6 PM 1500 BLOCK OF 18TH ST W Assault 4 PM 1800 BLOCK OF DURHAM Theft 4 PM 1800 BLOCK OF DURHAM Theft 3 PM 4000 BLOCK OF KOEHLER Theft 2 PM 4300 BLOCK OF AIRLINE Theft 3 PM 800 BLOCK OF USENER Theft 2 AM 200 BLOCK OF PATTON Theft 3 PM 100 BLOCK OF 20TH ST W Burglary 5 AM 800 BLOCK OF AURORA Theft 4 PM 1900 BLOCK OF T C JESTER BLVD E Assault 2 AM 200 BLOCK OF CROSSTIMBERS ST E
JUNE 27
Theft 6 PM 500 BLOCK OF 20TH ST W Theft 9 PM 400 BLOCK OF 26TH ST W Theft 8 PM 1100 BLOCK OF 25TH ST W Theft 9 PM1900 BLOCK OF W 14TH Theft 7 AM 500 BLOCK OF 20TH ST W Theft 7 AM 900 BLOCK OF 22ND ST W Theft 9 AM 800 BLOCK OF BEVERLY
JUNE 28
Theft 7 AM 100 BLOCK OF 20TH ST W Theft 7 AM 400 BLOCK OF ROGERS ST E Other 11 AM 1200 BLOCK OF AURORA Vandalism 6 PM 1200 BLOCK OF 17TH ST W Theft 4 AM 1500 BLOCK OF T C JESTER BLVD W Theft 10 AM 1200 BLOCK OF 34TH ST W Theft 7 AM 700 BLOCK OF 42ND ST W Reports are provided by SpotCrime.com based on data from the Houston Police Department.
said, to find the victim unresponsive in the driver’s seat of a car with the engine running. There were bullet holes in the driver’s side door and windshield, according to HPD. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the department. The man had been shot multiple times, accord-
ing to HPD. Anyone with information on the origins of the shooting is asked to contact HPD’s Homicide division at 713-308-3600 or Houston Crime Stoppers at 713-2228477.
NEW LOCATION
2001 Karbach Suite F H ou ston, T X 770 9 2
713-694-4867
BUY SELL TRADE
landan@theleadernews.com
A man was shot and killed last week near a home in the Northside Village area and investigators are searching for suspects, according to the Houston Police Department. Luis Espinoza, 29, was pronounced dead at Ben Taub General Hospital on June 18, according to HPD. Officers responded to a shooting call just before noon on June 18, police said, to find Espinoza with
multiple gunshot wounds in the driver’s seat of a Jeep Cherokee. He had crashed into a pole at 5600 Cochran St., according to police, but was shot at 1200 Fairbanks St. a short distance away. There are no known suspects in the ongoing investigation, HPD said. Anyone with information in the incident is urged to contact HPD’s Homicide division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713222-8477.
713-906-5481 Realty Associates DEBBIE ourrealtordebbie@aol.com ELLIOTT
Gift Certificates
BLACK GOLD GUNS & AMMO L i censed F F L / C l ass I I I Deal er
Local business is our Man shot, killed near Northside Village home business. By Landan Kuhlmann
Experience and Knowledge... A Powerful Combination
Since 1992
Custom Computers, Upgrades, Repairs, Networks, Web Design, Web Hosting, VoIP Phone Service, more...
281-892-1132
EXPERIENCED IN TOTAL HOME REPAIRS! Roof Replacement & Repairs Shower, Siding & Additions
Send your story of interest
news@theleadernews.com
• Framing • Sheetrock • Painting • Fences • Concrete/Granite • Tile, Brick & Laminate • Tree Service
832-860-1054
Man killed in drive-by shooting outside relative’s home By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
Police are searching for a black vehicle in connection to the drive-by shooting death of a man outside his relative’s home in Northside Village, according to the Houston Police Department. Investigators declined to release the name of the dead man, saying they were waiting for verification from the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences, according to the department. Witnesses told police the man was at a relative’s house at about 8:30 p.m.
Monday in the 1300 block of Fairbanks Street when a black car drove near the home and someone inside began shooting, striking the man, according to the department. The car was last seen headed west on Fairbanks, according to HPD. Police said the victim was taken to Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital by private car, where he was pronounced dead. Anyone with information in this case is asked to reach out to HPD’s Homicide division at 713308-3600 or speak anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-8477.
Mark Luna
Firearms Dealer • LTC. Instructor HHHHHHHHHHHHHH
NEVER MISS A STORY THELEADERNEWS.COM
luna-manuel@hotmail.com • goldeneaglegunsllc.com fb.me goldeneagleguns
117 Estelle St. Houston, TX
832-898-1465 • 281-673-1614
What goes
UP ,
Stray bullets
CAN KILL.
must come
DOWN. If you hear celebratory gunfire: • Call 911 • Notify Crime Stoppers Anonymously at
713-222-TIPS