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FORT BEND FAIR. BALANCED. INFORMATIVE. WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 2011

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Official newspaper of Fort Bend County, Missouri City & Sugar Land

Birds of Fort Bend

The Roseate Spoonbill is a wading bird often seen with heron, egrets and ibis. They are large birds about 32 inches. Some winter here, but during colder years may migrate during the winter to Central and South America. Their coloration can be many shades of pink from shell pink to magenta and is diet driven. The more critters they get such as shrimp, the pinker they become. Adults have bald heads that are greenish, white necks, pink bodies and reddish long legs. And, of course, is their distinctive spoon-shaped bill that they use to strain small food items out of the water such as aquatic beetles, frogs, newts as well as shrimp. Unlike Herons, they fly with out-stretched necks. For more handsome photos by Margaret Sloan visit http://traction.typepad.com/birds/

Election Results: Runoffs in Sugar Land, new faces on FBISD Board

By BARBARA FULENWIDER In nine city council and school board races three incumbents were returned to office Saturday when 10,845 voters went to the polls.

In Stafford, voters approved two bond referendums. One is for $49.9 million for the Stafford Municipal School District and the other is $31.9 million for the Fort Bend County Water Control & Improvement District No. 2. Sugar Land voters approved seven of nine propositions on their ballot.

In Sugar Land, voters returned incumbent Donald Smithers to his District 1

Fort Bend Salutes America will honor those who sacrificed Fort Bend Salutes America on Monday, May 30 to honor all those that paid the ultimate price for America’s freedom.

Local Boy and Girl Scouts will distribute American flags to welcome attendees and participate in a wreath laying ceremony and be joined by veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Rotary and Exchange Club members.

Also featured will be a sheriff ’s office 21 gunsalute, presentations from area veteran’s organizations’ color guards, Fire Department bagpipes, Gold Star survivor families and children speaking on the value of patriotic service.

The event will begin at 10 a.m. on Memorial Day, May 30, at Second and Harris Streets in Fulshear.

Planned activities include live patriotic music by the Daystar Project. A flyover by the United States Coast Guard will take place at 10:10 a.m., followed by a 21-gun salute and recognition of Gold Star families from Fort Bend County.

At 10:50 a.m., the assembled crowd will take part in the unfurling of a 100foot American flag during the singing of “God Bless America.”

Houston radio personality Sam Malone will serve as emcee.

Additional family activities will take place throughout the day. The Houston Marine Moms will be on site collecting food and comfort items for troops serving overseas.

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Missouri City voters returned Councilman Bobby Marshall to his seat with 274 votes (53.20 percent) to challenger Rodney Griffin’s 241 votes (46.80 percent). The winner in the Missouri City District D race is Floyd Emery who polled 923 votes for 71.55 percent to Noel Pinnock’s 367 votes (28.45 percent).

In Meadows Place hopeful John C. Whiteman beat the incumbent with 263 votes

(55.49 percent) to Councilman Rick Staigle’s 211 votes (44.51 percent). Terry Henley has no opponent in the Place 4 race.

The three races for seats on the Fort Bend ISD board saw two newcomers win and one incumbent returned. Board member Susan Hohnbaum was returned to office with 5,195 votes (63.03 percent) to challenger Wade A. Watassek’s 3,047 votes (36.97 percent).

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Mitchell council seat. Smithers got 506 votes or 53.43 percent to Diana Miller’s 441 votes for 46.57 percent. Bridget Yeung had no opponent so will be the city’s District 2 council member and four other candidates will be in run-off races.

In the District 3 Sugar Land City Council race, Howard Paul got the most votes with 651, followed by Amy Mitchell with 430 and Jim Hoelker’s 411 votes. Paul and Mitchell will be in a run-off race.

None of the three candidates who ran in Sugar Land’s District 4 race received more than 50 percent of the votes so Harish Jajoo, with 1,153 votes (42.17 percent) will run against Farha Ahmed, who received 952 votes or 34.82 percent of the vote total. Frank Yonish polled 629 votes in that race. police riders will embark from Republic Harley Davidson, 12707 Southwest Freeway, at 10 a.m., and travel to the Sugar Land Police Department, 1200 Highway 6 South, for a memorial dedication service.

A formal ceremony planned for 10:30 a.m. at SLPD’s newly donated police officer Memorial Garden will recognize the men and women who place themselves in harm’s way.

Following the memorial service, a fundraiser at Republic Harley Davidson from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. will benefit events that support police officers.

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Police, Citizens Police Alumni will host memorial ride

Sugar Land police and the Sugar Land Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association are partnering with regional law enforcement agencies and Republic Harley Davidson for a memorial ride on May 21. The event is intended to respect, honor and remember the hard work and contributions of officers who are routinely placed in harm’s way. As part of National Police Memorial Week, a procession of civilian and

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had three hopefuls and an incumbent running and one of the hopefuls, Bruce Albright, won with 3,348 votes (39.77 percent). Incumbent Daniel Menendez received 2,711 votes for 32.20 percent of the total votes cast. Kevin P. Daniels got 2,020 votes (23.99 percent) and Rodrigo Carreon polled 340 votes.

Patsy Taylor won the Trustee Position 5 office with a total of 3,954 votes to Jonita Reynolds’ 3,902 votes.

Sugar Land residents said no to Proposition No. 3, which lost by a margin of 149 votes.

It would have required that initiative and referendum petitions be signed by registered voters equal in number to at least 10 percent of those voting in the regular city election as opposed to the current 30 percent required.

Voters stuck with the current 30 percent requirement.

Proposition No. 6 also got voted down and was similar in nature to Prop 3. Prop 6 asked voters if they wanted to change from the current 25 percent to 20 percent of registered voters needed to sign a recall petition requesting city council to hold an election on whether to remove the mayor or a council member. Voters stuck with the current 25 percent.

The seven propositions Sugar Land voters approved will allow people living in annexed areas of the city to vote in city elections, swear in elected city council people at the meeting council declares election results and change a conflict between two city ordinances.

Prop 5 allows council to re-enact a repealed ordinance a year later; Prop 7 puts Sugar Land in line with state laws regarding procedures for using initiative, referendum and recall; Prop 8 and Prop 9 say council must now consent to the city’s manager ’s appointment or termination of the city secretary and city attorney.

Yard of the Month Quail Valley Garden Club Yard of the Month winners are Brent and Darlene Perdue of 2702 Oakmont Ln. Their lovely patio home rock garden has Knock Out Roses, annuals, Liriope, and handsome Sago Palms. It leads into a garden full of Jasmine and flowers. It is a lovely example of how to landscape without turf.

The Perdues received a certificate and a Peace Lilly from Flowers By Adela.

Quail Valley Garden Club is embarking on its 40th year.

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Methodist Sugar Land Cancer Center Celebrates National Survivors’ Day

National Art Contest Winner

Methodist Sugar Land Cancer Center Radiation Oncology Staff and Clive Shkedy, M.D., second from right, Radiation Oncologist and Medical Director of Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s Cancer Center.

Methodist Sugar Land added Clive Shkedy, M.D., honor the survivors living Hospital will join over 11 radiation oncologist and with a history of cancer in million American cancer medical director of Methodist America today. The Cancer survivors in observing the Sugar Land Hospital’s Cancer Survivor’s Day Celebration 24th annual National Cancer Center. and Luncheon will be held Survivor’s Day this year.

NCSD started in the United Friday, June 3, 2011 from Hundreds of communities States and is now worldwide, 11:45-1:00 p.m. in Conference throughout North America says Chadwell, and it is Rooms A-D at Methodist will host events on this day to observed in countries as far Sugar Land Hospital. RSVP celebrate life and demonstrate away as Australia, Italy and Required. Please RSVP your that there is hope.

Malaysia. attendance by May 31 st to The contributions of the “A ‘survivor’ is anyone Frances Goerlich by calling families, friends and healthcare living with a history of cancer – 281-274-7930 or emailing at p r o v i d e r s w h o s u p p o r t from the moment of diagnosis FGoerlich@tmhs.org. cancer survivors will also be through the remainder of life,” For more information recognized. as defined by the Foundation. on Methodist Sugar Land T h e N a t i o n a l C a n c e r Cancer survivors may face H o s p i t a l , v i s i t w w w.

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Oncology: www.cancer.net “National Cancer Survivor’s Methodist Sugar Land American Cancer Society’s Day is a great opportunity for Cancer Center welcomes Cancer Facts & Figures: cancer survivors, caregivers, all local cancer survivors, h t t p : / / w w w. c a n c e r. o r g / friends and family to come c a r e g i v e r s , c o m m u n i t y d o c r o o t / S T T / S T T _ 0 . a s p together and affirm the leaders, Methodist Sugar American Cancer Society: possibility of quality of life Land Hospital physicians www.cancer.org after a diagnosis of cancer,” and anyone passionate about Can Care: www.cancare.org the cause to join us as we

Rosenberg Mayor Joe Gurecky, Terry High Principal Vera Wehring, Lamar CISD Director of Fine Arts Ramiro Estrada, Fariha Rashid, Randalls Vice President for Marketing Ronnie Brennan, Terry High Art Teacher Joan Batts and Lamar CISD Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas Randle. Terry High School’s Fariha Rashid earned the First Place prize Lucerne Art of Dairy competition, earning$5,000 for the Terry High art department and $2,500 each for herself and her art teacher, Joan Batts. Representatives from Safeway, the parent company for Randalls and Lucerne Dairy Products, surprised Fariha, a junior, with the award Tuesday (May 10). This year, there were 3,582 paper entries received from all over the country. From those entries, 30 finalists were chosen to transfer their drawings to the full-size fiberglass cow.

There were 3 total finalists from Texas, including Fariha. Lucerne Art of Dairy is a national contest which asks high school students in grades 9 through 12 to submit designs that interpret how they share joy through the arts using an outline of a cow as the canvas.

FILL THE BOOT. Firefighter Matthew Wild and his Missouri City Fire & Rescue Service colleagues will be accepting donations to help Jerry’s Kids on the following Saturdays: May 14, May 28 and June 11. The firemen will be stationed at Kroger’s at Highway 6 and Murphy Road; and Foodarama at Texas Parkway and Cartwright Road.

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FBISD salutes Valedictorians & Salutatorians

Austin High School Valedictorian Nakul Manish Shah Age: 18 College Plans: University of Texas Scholarships/honors: Dow Chemical Merit Scholarship, Houston Dow Institute Scholarship Major/minor in college: Finance and Neurobiology Career/future plans? I plan to go to medical school and become either a neurologist or a neurosurgeon.

What do you hope to accomplish in life? I hope to contribute my time and efforts into researching and finding solutions to the many problems that plague the world.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Throughout my life I have been told that effort never goes in vain. No matter what happens, never lose hope for your dreams and always keep working towards your goals.

Bush High School Valedictorian Jason Chern Age: 18 College Plans: Texas A&M at College Station Scholarships/ honors:Texas A&M Presidential Scholarship, Texas A&M Opportunity Scholarship, Houston Rodeo and Metropolitan Scholarship, Phi Beta Kappa Scholarship, Valedictorian Scholarship, John Ross Scholarship, and Youth of the Year Scholarship Major/minor in college: Chemical engineering and business Career/future plans?

I plan on working in the biotechnology field in California after college graduation, and by age 40 start my own engineering firm What do you hope to accomplish in life?

To be successful in my endeavors and be able to support my parents Any advice for your fellow graduates?

Understand and find out what your natural talents are, build on them and never surrender during challenging times.

Marshall High School Salutatorian Raunaq Bana Age: 17 College Plans: Emory University Scholarships/honors: Gates Millenium Scholarship, The University of Texas Distinguished President’s Achievement Scholarship, Sam Walton Community Scholarship, Fort Bend County Fair Association Scholarship, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Scholarship, Texas Student Housing Scholarship, Phi Beta Kappa Scholarship Major/minor in college?

Biology and Pre-Medicine Career/future plans? I would like to become a pediatrician, a neurosurgeon or a general physician.

What do you hope to accomplish in life? I want to give back to my community after I am settled and financially stable. My life-long aspiration is to serve in African countries to help end poverty.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? When one door closes, there are several others that open for you. Once opportunity knocks at your doors, grasp it and focus on your goals.

Hightower High School Salutatorian Rebecca Lee Age: 18 College Plans: University of Texas (Health Science Honors Program) Scholarships/honors: National Merit Commended, AP Scholar, Conrad and Marcel Schlumberger Scholarship Major/minor in college?

Biochemistry Career/future plans? I plan to graduate from college in three years, attend medical school, and become a physician who specializes in pediatrics.

What do you hope to accomplish in life? I hope to become a physician and help cure or mitigate the severity of people’s illnesses, give back to my community, and make people smile.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Gain as much knowledge as you can from your environment, use that knowledge to achieve personal goals, and then pass that knowledge to others so that they can achieve great measures as well.

Bargain Book Sale Friends of First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway at Grants Lake, Sugar Land, will hold their monthly bargain book sale Sat. June 4, 9 a.m to 2 p.m. Info: 281-416-0936.

Hardbacks are $1 and paperbacks $.50 with some upcharged.

Lots of children’s books. Good to excellent condition books, CD’s (no magazines or encyclopedias please)may be donated during regular library hours and are tax deductible.

Good Luck, Graduates

Marshall High School Valedictorian Femi Barin Age: 18 College Plans: University of Texas-Austin Scholarships/honors: University of Texas Presidential Achievement Scholarship, George Foundation Scholarship, Fort Bend Optimist Club Scholarship, Syreeta Allums Memorial Scholarship, Suburban Sugar Land Women Scholarship, Memorial Hermann Auxiliary Scholarship Major/minor in college? PrePharmacy Career/future plans? My passion for the sciences— particularly the chemistry of life—is what inspires me to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical field. This career path will provide me with selffulfillment as I impact people’s lives and health.

What do you hope to accomplish in life? I envision myself as a world-renowned research pharmacist. My unquenchable thirst for knowledge is the force that drives my desire to conduct world-changing clinical research.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? The choices you make today—no matter how big or small—have perpetual impact on your future. Think before you act!

Hightower High School Valedictorian Sejal Lahoti Age: 17 College Plans: Duke University Scholarships/honors: Grant from Duke University, Girl Scout Emerald Circle Scholarship, Texas Exes Scholarship, Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship, 2011-2012 Distinguished President’s Achievement Scholarship, Girl Scout Gold Award, thirdplace Nutrition Knowledge Test Winner at Health Occupation Students of America State Conference, AP Scholar with Honor, Distinguished Member of National Forensic League Major/minor in college?

Biology and Finance Career/future plans? I would like to become a pediatric cardiologist.

What do you hope to accomplish in life? I would like to participate in programs such as Doctors without Borders and help people in povertystricken nations find relief, sponsor kids with heart-related issues, and provide monetary aid to organizations that give assistance to people in need.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Always have an optimistic outlook on a dream that you aspire to reach, and never allow the fear of failure to deter you from achieving success.

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Opinion The View from Sugar Land

By RUSSELL JONES Last Saturday a small number of voters went to the polls around the state to elect officials who have the greatest impact on their daily lives. Yet, most Texans do not even know that they missed election day for cities, school districts, and a variety of other governmental units.

In Sugar Land, for example, only 2,734 residents voted in the most contested race among the city’s four district council positions. That small number includes everyone who voted during the past two weeks in Texas’ extended early voting period.

Citywide, the total number of voters was only about 5,800 in a city having a population of 80,000, of whom 35,000 are registered voters.

That number would have been even lower, except that many voters showed up primarily for school board elections. School district employees, including teachers and administrators, are notorious for their high voting percentages in school races.

While they are at the polling place, they usually vote for city council candidates as well.

Most voters think of election day as being in November. After all, state and national races are decided then, and those are the elections which receive virtually all of the media coverage. Those races involve big questions of national security, economic policy, income taxes and other pocketbook issues. But who is to say that national elections impact our lives more?

City races affect the quality of police and fire protection, water and sewer services, building standards, recreational facilities and garbage collection, all of which affect everyone daily.

Sugar Land’s record for providing these services is second to none in Texas. The city has done well, and the cost to its residents is only about 1/6 of

Jones the total property taxes paid by each homeowner. Schools, the county, and the levee districts account for the rest.

This year Sugar Land will be losing three of its veteran councilmembers to term limits and retirement. Undoubtedly, major changes are coming to the City Council. Bridget Yeung was unopposed in District 2, and will take office later this month.

With no majority winners in Districts 3 and 4, runoffs will be held in several weeks. Probably no more than 2,000 voters will participate. The small group of voters who actually show up at the polls for the runoff will determine not only the identity of councilmembers, but the direction of the city for years to come.

A fourth seat was at risk. Incumbent Don Smithers fended off a significant challenge brought on by concerns in District 1 about the Imperial redevelopment project currently underway at U.S. 90-A and Highway 6.

Concern about the city’s role in the project is premature.

Nothing has happened except that the developer has proposed a concept plan. It has not been acted upon by either the planning and zoning commission or the City Council. Because of

neighborhood concerns, significant revisions to the plan have already been made. Perhaps the developer’s responsiveness to the residents contributed to Smithers’ reelection.

Charter election results Also on the ballot Saturday were nine proposed amendments to the city’s charter. They were the result of the efforts of the 2009 charter review commission. The commission found that the charter needed several updates in order to comply with State law.

Seven of the amendments passed, with as much as 82% in support of the changes in some cases.

However, two of the nine amendments failed. One of the losers would have revised provisions relating to initiative and referendum; the other would have affected the voters’ ability to initiate recall elections.

The old provisions had become confusing and inconsistent as a result of Sugar Land’s system of electing the mayor and at-large Councilman in one year and district council members in alternate years.

When the state started allowing cities to cancel elections when only one candidate would have been on the ballot, the annual swings in the number of actual voters at an election resulted in inconsistent results in determining whether a sufficient demand had been made for an initiative, referendum or recall.

The language on the ballot was stated poorly for both provisions, and the loss of those amendments may have simply resulted because the purpose of these amendments was not clear.

Jones is a member of the Sugar Land City Council, having been first elected in 2003. He owns a law firm and a title insurance company in Sugar Land.

Musings: And the flowers flew

By JANICE SCANLAN It’s wonderful when something magical happens . . and when the memory is fresh a couple of years later it’s even more special.

What got me thinking about this memory all of a sudden?

Well, it was a meeting the Quail Valley Garden Club had at the Dew House, that is part of DeWalt Heritage Center in Kitty Hollow Park.

It’s a new and wonderful community facility that is available for the public to rent for events such as meetings, receptions, weddings, and the like at very reasonable rates.

Developed and operated by the Fort Bend Museum Association, which also operates the Moore House in Richmond and the George Ranch properties, this is a historic home that was the “big white house” that was close to what is now Kroger Center and “Mid Town” on Highway 6. It’s taken 3 or 4 years to bring it to its lovely restored state.

I marveled at how our ancestors by using transom windows captured the light, but not the harshness of the high noon Texas sun. The quality of light was so pleasing and soft.

Watch for many public, community events that will be happening at the Dew such as an amateur photography contest for “children 10 to 90” in July.

More on that later.

As part of our garden club meeting, we brought plants instead of cut flowers for arrange-

Scanlan ments that will contribute a to butterfly garden at the Dew. . . and the creativity and array were indeed beautiful in how cleverly people had put these butterfly attracting plants together in arrangements.

And they were the plants that Grandma had in her garden. So butterflies were on my mind.

This coupled with the Sugar Land Garden Club Garden Tour in “historic” Sugar Land already had me primed for my experience at the Dew. How Oyster Creek became a place to create neighborhoods that have lasted to this day, and encouraged a “stable, familyoriented” workforce to come to Sugar Land is remarkable.

Those homes lasted from the planning around the creek, and the gardens that bring civility to our communities. And how it has shaped building a new community, but is being preserved as well. It’s nice that we are begin-

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ning to have a sense of history in Fort Bend County.

But what does this have to do with flowers flying? Several years ago, I was photographing Penny and Don Johnson’s wonderful butterfly garden that they have gone to great lengths to plant both food sources for the larvae as well as nectar sources for butterfly, dragonfly and damselfly development.

In fact, they’ve selected plants that attract certain butterflies and are docents at the Cockrell Butterfly Garden in Hermann Park.

In other words, they know what they’re doing – unlike me who just ensures that I bring whatever butterflies that happen in the area to my garden.

I’ve grown a little more adept at having food, recognizing caterpillars and indentifying which ones become certain butterflies, but it’s mostly luck, not planning.

So what’s the magic? I was admiring a large Esperanza with its stunning sulfur yellow bellshaped flowers –and all of a sudden, part of the “flowers” flew. I was too stunned to get that picture. While there were plenty of Esperanza flowers left, the Cloudless Sulphur butterflies that matched them were indeed one of those magical moments that I won’t forget . ..in getting to see “flowers” fly.

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Lessons from libel lawsuit The recent verdict in the libel lawsuit against a local newspaper, the Star, is significant in many ways.

The amount of punitive damage, $1 million, appears to be shockingly high and the lessons drawn from this case may be of use to newspaper publishers.

At the outset, it is sad to see the inherent power of the free press restricted by the jury verdict and there is nothing to gloat about by the media in general, even if the axe has fallen on a competitor.

True, the newspaper will appeal the verdict. While the punitive damage may be reduced, it is not certain if the jury’s verdict will be set aside.

The most notable aspect of this case is whether Wade Brady, son of Chief Deputy Craig Brady in the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, is a “public figure” whereby the onus falls on Wade Brady to show that the newspaper maligned his reputation with “malice.”

If the relatives of every public official are considered public figures, even for a limited purpose, the newspaper can escape with no harm.

In this specific case, an appeals court had previously ruled that Wade Brady is not a public figure, not even a “limited” public figure, and consequently the burden of proving no libel was committed fell squarely on the newspaper.

The judge instructed the jury to treat Wade Brady as a private citizen and the newspaper was hard pressed to show what public interest was being served by writing about Wade Brady.

Obviously, the newspaper’s intent was to show the father in a bad light, implying that he abused his power to get a favorable treatment for his son, when he was charged for alleged drunken driving.

Inside Track By Seshadri Kumar The newspaper has been notorious for its diatribe against Sheriff Milton Wright and Craig Brady for the past several years. Wright was re-elected despite the newspaper’s relentless campaign.

Now, Brady himself is a candidate for sheriff, and the newspaper took every available opportunity to show him as unfit for the job.

Thus the newspaper has a history of running negative stories about the targeted public officials and the public interest was not always the driving force behind such stories. Often incidents and issues were portrayed or tailored to suit the newspaper’s agenda.

If that is not the case, the newspaper would not have erred in the matter of Wade Brady. Normally, truth could be a defense, but here even the reported facts were not correct.

Years ago, Craig Brady was not even the candidate, but he was the trusted Lieutenant of Sheriff Wright.

When Wade Brady was detained on suspected DWI, the newspaper had a field day by describing graphically the drunken lad and how the father had a rendezevous with the arresting officers on a parking lot.

Later, the fact that the DWI charge against Wade Brady was dismissed did not matter to the newspaper. Nor did the newspaper worry about the defamatory description of the

now cleared Wade Brady.

Wade Brady did not complain about numerous other articles where his father was the object of ridicule, but took exception to this one article where he was maligned unjustly.

The first recourse for him was to ask the newspaper to publish an apology or retraction of the impugned article.

The newspaper refused and the rest is the story of this lawsuit.

The newspaper was confident that it could get away as it has done always in the past.

The newspaper’s standard technique is to use the guise of “opinion” to its infamous articles and virtually, it is impossible for any aggrieved elected official or public figure to show “malice” in the mind of the publisher and prove that he or she was harmed. Well, the right to free speech is alive and well here.

However, one such article turned out to be the nemesis for the newspaper.

As Wade Brady’s attorney says when it comes to the individual privacy, the newspaper has a responsibility to respect the individual’s rights.

While the newspaper has been doing what it terms to be its obligation to the reading public, it has often failed to influence its readers in agreeing with its opinion. Otherwise, how would one explain the repeated electoral victory of those “exposed” by the newspaper?

Those aggrieved officials may now think the latest ruling against the Star is poetic justice.

The newspaper would be on firmer ground if it dealt with “issues” on their own merit instead of turning the issue as a tool to expose an individual. The process is inherently risky and may not always succeed.

A “magic pill” for seniors

By THOMAS J. PARR, M.D. Perhaps the two things seniors fear most are the loss of their mental abilities and loss of their physical independence. In 1513, the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León searched Florida for the Fountain of Youth. Today, too many of our seniors are looking for a “magic pill.” Lucky for you, I actually have a “magic pill” for you. The bad news is I cannot write a prescription for you to take to the drug store.

Inactivity becomes a perfect set-up for the elderly to decrease mental function, to lose personal mobility, to increase the chances of falling, and to make fractures more likely.

In 2008, Dr. Elizabeth Coulson, at the University of Queensland in Australia, published a study which provides additional support for the idea of “use it or lose it” for brain function. Dr. Coulson said, “It appears that if a cell is not appropriately stimulated by other cells, it self-destructs.”

This is supported by a 3-month study from the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, which was published on April 12, 2011 in “ScienceDaily”, suggesting that “brisk walking for 30-50 minutes three or four times per week improved blood flow through to the brain as much as 15%” for women age 60 and older.

As many of you know, one of my favorite sayings is “motion is lotion.” Patients often think they are protecting a painful joint by not moving it.

In reality, non-movement can increase the likelihood of cartilage deterioration. There is

Parr no blood supply to cartilage.

Movement of the joints is the only way to supply the joint fluid to the cartilage to keep it healthy.

According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, without regular use, muscle size and strength will decrease, along with bone mass and density. Joints become inflamed.

Cartilage degenerates, and tendons and ligaments become less elastic, unless we are actually using them regularly.

My older patients actually fear loss of independence more than death from a stroke or heart attack. In this respect, prevention of osteoporosis and related spine and hip fractures is every bit as important to them as any other health concern.

Everyone’s overall bone quality is related to a combination of muscle strength, motion, and weight-bearing, regardless of other genetic tendencies for osteoporosis.

As seniors continue to age, their bone density tends to decrease. Fortunately, weightbearing exercise, such as walking and cycling, has the potential to dramatically slow this type of bone loss.

Maintaining back and abdominal muscle strength helps to reduce falls and protect the spine from gradual long-term deterioration. Researchers have found that participating in a low impact program such as tai chi improves trunk muscle tone and enhances balance, helping to prevent falls. If you are not a “tai chi” person, simply walking in a swimming pool several days a week works well, too.

No matter what your age or current physical condition, studies have shown that doing a moderate amount of almost any type of exercise regularly will start to make a difference in just a few weeks.

We know continuing to be active does make a difference.

Hazel McCallion, age 90, has been mayor of Mississauga, Ontario--a city with a population of 729,000--since 1978, winning her most recent mayoral election in October, 2010.

Her mind is still amazingly sharp. She does her own grocery shopping, cleaning, cooking, and gardening, and uses an i-Pad. She even keeps her ice skates in her car so she can skate out on the ice to drop the puck for local hockey team games.

Obviously, the sooner you start, the better your chances are of slowing down the natural process of aging. Thus, that “magic pill” so many patients are seeking is really just a simple, regular exercise program.

Dr. Thomas Parr, an orthopedic surgeon in Sugar Land, can be reached at 281-4917111. Visit www.tomparrmd. net for more information.

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FBISD salutes Valedictorians & Salutatorians

Austin High School Salutatorian Mishaal Muntasir Rahman Age: 18 College Plans: University of Texas Scholarships/honors: $5,000 per year Engineering Honors Scholarship Major/minor in college: Biomedical Engineering Career/future plans? I plan to attend medical school, become a doctor, raise a family, and travel the world.

What do you hope to accomplish in life? To become famous for working on a great medical breakthrough or project.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Make sure to study hard, sleep well, and continue working towards your future goals after college.

Elkins High School Valedictorian Grant Yuan Age: 17 College Plans: Columbia University Scholarships/honors: Academic Decathlon Scholarship, National Merit Scholarship, Service Corporation International Scholarship Major/minor in college?

Physics and Economics Career/future plans?

Undecided What do you hope to accomplish in life? I hope to make significant contributions to new ideas and developments that improve people’s lives.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Since you can’t change the past, always look towards the future and let no one prevent you from making a positive impact on society or from obtaining happiness as you pursue your goals and realize your dreams.

Kempner High School Valedictorian Samantha Tran Age: 17 College Plans: University of Texas Scholarships/honors: Phi Beta Kappa, UT Freshman, and President’s Achievement Scholarships Major/minor in college? double major in Business and Mechanical Engineering Career/future plans?

Undecided What do you hope to accomplish in life? to be happy, even if happiness means working in a sweatshop Any advice for your fellow graduates? Study hard, but don’t forget to have fun. Life isn’t just about school – it’s about experiencing what the world has to offer.

Clements High School Valedictorian Karthik Sethuraman Age: 17 College Plans: University of Pennsylvania Scholarships/honors: National Merit Scholarship Finalist, 1st place UIL State Science Competition, 5th place individual Academic Decathlon state award, 2nd place UIL literature state award, National AP Scholar award Major/minor in college: Bioengineering and computer science Career/future plans? To pursue a medical career as a practicing physician or research physician What do you hope to accomplish in life? Through medicine and my own personality, I hope to improve the world.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Remember that sometimes the only sense you can make from life is a sense of humor.

Elkins High School Salutatorian Frank Chu Age: 18 College Plans: Texas A&M University Scholarships/honors: Academic Scholarships for Texas A&M Freshman Major/minor in college?

Engineering and Business Career/future plans? Electronic/ Computer Engineering What do you hope to accomplish in life? I hope to secure a career and continue reaching for the higher position.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? This is just the beginning!!!

Dulles High School Valedictorian Nova Hou Age: 17 College Plans: Northwestern University Scholarships/honors: Phi Beta Kappa Alumni-Sima and Omar Sawaf Scholarship, Texas Tomorrow Fund’s What I Want to be After College Scholarship Poster Contest Grand Prize Elementary School Winner, Texas Aerospace Scholar - High School Aerospace Scholar, and National AP Scholar Major/minor in college?

Undecided Career/future plans?

Undecided What do you hope to accomplish in life? To make myself and others laugh as much as I possibly can.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? George Bernard Shaw once said, “Life is not about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.”

Willowridge High School Salutatorian Cindy Galo Age: 18 College Plans: University of Houston Scholarships/honors: Comcast scholarship, George Foundation scholarship, National Honor Society Treasurer Major/minor in college?

Chemistry Career/future plans?

Ophthalmology What do you hope to accomplish in life? I plan to travel around the world and help people with eye problems in lowincome countries.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Always go for your dreams and aspirations, and make a positive difference in the world.

Clements High School Salutatorian Millie Shi Age: 18 College Plans: Harvard University Scholarships/honors: Phi Beta Kappa scholarship, National AP Scholar, selected to attend International Piano Festival, Siemens Competition Regional Semi-finalist, 2nd place winner of International Science and Engineering Fair Major/minor in college: Economics and Music Career/future plans? To go to Wallstreet What do you hope to accomplish in life? To help people in whatever way possible and spread classical music as much as I can.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Rather than trying to be the best, try instead to be someone you’re not ashamed of being.

Willowridge High School Valedictorian Maria Calzada Age: 18 College Plans: University of Houston Scholarships/honors: Phi Beta Kappa Major/minor in college? Double major in Software Engineering and Accounting Career/future plans? To obtain two degrees What do you hope to accomplish in life? I hope to have a successful career, and be able to support my parents.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Anything is possible if you have dedication and inspiration.

Dulles High School Salutatorian Julia Chan Age: 17 College Plans: Brown University Scholarships/honors: National Merit Scholarship Major/minor in college?

Economics Career/Future plans?

Financial Advisor What do you hope to accomplish in life? To be successful and happy Any advice for your fellow graduates? Good luck and have fun.

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Fort Bend Exchange Club honors Youth of Year

The Exchange Club of Fort Bend presented the Youth of the Year Award and a $500 scholarship to Jason Chern.

Jason, a senior from George Bush High School, is the son of Ping and Shyh-Jye Chern of Sugar Land. He has accomplished much during his High School years including: Valedictorian, NJROTC Distinguished Cadet, AP Scholar with Distinction, National Forensics League Distinction and the Fort Bend Academic Excellence Award.

He has participated and placed in several competitions including: NJROTC State and Nationals, Academic Decathlon, Chinese Speech, Science Olympiad and a local Chess competition.

Currently Jason has a 4.0 GPA and has volunteered his time to help with Fort Bend County Women’s Center PennyWise Resale Center, the Chengmei Retirement Home, East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry and with the Fort Bend Library System.

The Exchange Club of Fort Bend meets weekly on Wednesdays at 11:45 a.m. at Sweetwater Country Club.

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE NOTICE OF LEVY REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and I or Order of Sale issued on the 21 st day of March, 2011 by the 400th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause # 09DCV169822 in favor of the Plaintiff FORT BEND COUNTY Plaintiff, for the sum of $5,692.27 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and I or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same.

Therefore, on the 30th day of March, 2011, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have ~~all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s) -KUDIRAT DOCAPO ADELAKEN, ET AL had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 07th day of JUNE, 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours often o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: TRACT 1: GEO: 3850040060110/ 3850040060110907 LOT 11 IN BLOCK 6 OF HUNTERS GLEN, SECTION 4, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 22, PAGE 26 OF THE MAP RECORDS OF FORT BEND, TEXAS. Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $88,790.00 Terms: Cash Sale to be held at orabout 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas

BY SEGEANT J. M. HUTSON Deputy Constable #1310

Travis High School Salutatorian Bryan Nguyen Age: 17 College Plans: University of Texas-Austin Scholarships/honors: Cockrell School of Engineering, C.R. Smith Endowed Scholarship Major/minor in college?

Chemical Engineering Career/future plans? I want to obtain my Ph.D. in chemical engineering and start my own business.

What do you hope to accomplish in life? I want to have a successful career in chemical engineering and begin a family.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? Do not be afraid of the unknown. Go beyond what you know and push yourself to the limit.

Bush High School Salutatorian Bharg Gor Age: 18 College Plans: University of Texas-Austin Scholarships/honors: McCombs Business Honors Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship Major/minor in college: Finance and Physics Career/future plans? I would like to be an investment banker.

What do you hope to accomplish in life? At this point I am unsure about this. There are too many variables at this time to decide on a singular goal.

Any advice for your fellow graduates? It was an interesting four years, and hopefully we will all mature and become successful in the future.

Obituary Shirley Baker, 73, of Richmond, Texas, passed away May 13, 2011. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Dr. Byron Baker, son, Mike Martin, daughters, Pam Gleason and Khrisana Edwards, son-inlaw, Michael Edwards and seven beloved grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Lois Shirley Barnes and son Steven Mayfield.

Shirley is deeply grateful to her loving caregivers, Osby Thompson and Mary Barela.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. in the Chapel at Davis Greenlawn Funeral Home with Dr. John W. Baker officiating.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to the Parkinson Foundation of Harris County, 7457 Harwin, Suite 308, Houston, Texas 77036.

Services are under the direction of Davis Greenlawn Funeral Home, 3900 B.F. Terry Blvd., Rosenberg, Texas. 281341-8800.

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CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on April 7th, 2011 by the 400th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause #10DCV-177783 in favor of the plaintiff – The Vicksburg Community Association, plaintiff, for the sum of $ 6,487.77++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/ or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on May 5th, 2011 and will offer for sale on the 7th day of June 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s) – Vincent Yeldell and Mireida Yeldell had of, in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: Legal Description: LOT 15, BLOCK 4, OF SEDONA CREEK, SECTION 3, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NOS. 2360/A AND 2360/B OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, AS MODIFIED BY ANY SUPPLEMENTS THERETO OR REPLATS THEREOF. 2711 COYOTE TRAIL DRIVE, MISSOURI CITY, TEXAS 77459.

TERMS: CASH TIME: Sale to be held at or about 11:00 A.M. Ruben Davis, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two Dy: Lieutenant G. Majors #73 Deputy Constable

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE NOTICE OF LEVY REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and I or Order of Sale issued on the 8th day of March, 2011 by the 268th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause # 09-DCV -172280 in favor of the Plaintiff Kingsbridge Community Association Plaintiff, for the sum of $2,210.00 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and I or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same. Therefore, on the 4th day of April, 2011, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s) -ATIYA NAQVI had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 7th day of JUNE, 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of ten o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 3, BLOCK 3, KINGBRIDGE PLACE, SECTION 2, A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE 2182/A AND 2182/B OF THE MAP RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS (THE “PROPERTY”) ALSO KNOWN AS 14831 WAYSON DRIVE, SUGAR LAND, FORT BEND COUNTY, TX, 77478.

Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $159,830.00 Terms: Cash Sale to be held at or Precinct Three about 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas

BY SERGEANT J.M. HUTSON Deputy Constable #1310

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on April 28th, 2011 by the 240th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause #10-DCV179822 in favor of th e plaintiff- Winfield Lakes Community Association, plaintiff, for the swn of$ 6,350.04++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on May 5th, 2011 and will offer for sale on the ih day of June 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours ofTen O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s)-DEON F ANTEL DAVIS AND CARELETTE WATSON DAVIS had of, in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: Legal Description: LOT FIFTY-EIGHT (58), IN BLOCK ONE (1), OF WINFIELD LAKES, SECTION SEVEN (7), AN ADDITION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NO. 20050048, OF THE MAP/PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. 2919 STRAIGHT ELM STREET, FRESNO, TEXAS 77545.

TERMS: CASH TIME: Sale to be held at or about 11:00 A.M. Ruben Davis, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two By: Lieutenant G. Majors #73 Deputy Constable CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on March 31ST, 2011 by the 434th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause #10-DCV-182955 in favor of the plaintiff – Dove Country Homeowners Association, plaintiff, for the sum of $3,192.90++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on May 5th, 2011 and will offer for sale on the 7th day of June 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s) –Musa Garuba had of, in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: Legal Description: LOT 13, IN BLOCK 6, REPLAT OF DOVE COUNTRY A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 22, PAGE 49 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS; COMMON ADDRESS OF WHICH IS 607 OAK DALE DRIVE, STAFFORD TEXAS 77477.

TERMS: CASH TIME: Sale to be held at or about 11:00 A.M. Ruben Davis, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two Dy: Lieutenant G. Majors #73 Deputy Constable

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 for Clayton Oaks Living being a partial replat of Restricted Reserve “J” of Los Puentes Office Park, Precinct 1. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom, William B. Travis Bldg., 309 S. Fourth St., Rm. 700, Richmond, Texas.

Under state law, you the owner, have certain rights with respect to the proposed replat. Should you wish to exercise your right, you may be heard at the planned public hearing. You may contact Yolanda Norman with R G Miller Engineers Inc at 713-461-9600 for information prior to the hearing.

Submitted by, Dianne Wilson Fort Bend County Clerk

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on April 29th, 2011 by the 434th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause #09-DCV-173082 in favor of the plaintiff – Winfield Lakes Community Association, plaintiff, for the sum of $ 6,512.04++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on May 5th, 2011 and will offer for sale on the 7th day of June 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s) –TASHA KELLEY AND MAURICE EILAND had of, in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: Legal Description: LOT THIRTYSEVEN (37), IN BLOCK FOUR (4), OF WINFIELD LAKES, SECTION TWO (2), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED MAP AND OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN SLIDE NO. 2459/A, OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY TEXAS. 3211 TRAVIS CREEK WAY, FRESNO, TEXAS 77545.

TERMS: CASH TIME: Sale to be held at or about 11:00 A.M. Ruben Davis, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two Dy: Lieutenant G. Majors #73 Deputy Constable

THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: l JEANETTE TRENT, DEFENDANT, GREETING: YOU (AND EACH OF YOU) ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO APPEAR before the Honorable County Court at Law 3 of Fort Bend Count Texas at the Courthouse bein located at the William B. Travis Building, in the City of Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas, by filing written answer at or before 10’o Clock A.M. of the Monday next after the expiration of 42 days from the date of issuance of this citation, the same beingg the 6th day of June, 2011, to Plaintiff ’s Petition filed in said Court, on the 15th day of 0ctober 2010, in this Cause, numbered 10-CCV -043275 on the docket of said Court and styled: Rachel Christie vs Jeanette Trent; allegations as shown in said petition now on file in the Fort Bend County Clerk‘s Office.

The officer executing this Writ shall promptly serve the same, according to requirements of law and the mandates hereof, and make due return as the law directs.

ISSUED AND GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL of said court at office, this 21st day of April 21.

You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10 a.m. the next Monday following the expiration of 20 days after you are served this citation and petiiton, a default judgement may be taken against you.

The name and address of the plaintiff ’s attorney is: Jackson R Reed Reed & Terry LLP 56 Sugar Creek Center Blvd, Suite 300 Sugar Land TX 77478 (281-491-5000) THE OFFICE OF DIANNE WILSON, COUNTY CLERK 301 JACKSON, SUITE 101 RICHMOND TEXAS 77469-3108

By Chlesea McDonald Deputy

CITATION BY PUBLICATION STATE OF TEXAS TO: GEORGE GRUBB WHEREVER HE MAY BE FOUND and to all whom it may concern, Respondent(s), You have been sued.

You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do (does) not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 a.m. on the Monday next following the expiration of 20 days after you were served this citation and petition, a default judgment may be taken against you. The petition of FLETCHER, CHANTELLE REGINA; FLETCHER, NEIL DAVID, Petitioners, was filed in the 387TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT of Fort Bend County, Texas on the February 17, 2011 against GEORGE GRUBB, Respondent(s), numbered 11-DCV-187691, and entitled In the Interest of Jordan Elizabeth Grubb, a Minor Child.

The suit request FOR TERMINATION AND ADOPTION OF STEPCHILD as is more fully shown by Petition on file in this suit.

The date and place of birth of the child(ren) who is/are the subject of the suit: October 05, 1997 The Court has authority in this suit to render an order in the child(ren)’s interest which will be binding on you, including the termination of the parentchild relationship, the determination of paternity and the appointment of a conservator with authority to consent to the child(ren)’s adoption.

Issued and given under my hand and seal of said Court at Richmond, Texas, on this the 12th day of May, 2011.

ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER: MACK J TRAVERS TRAVERS & TRAVERS LLP 20501 KATY FREEWAY SUITE 124 KA TY TX 77450 ANNIE REBECCA ELLIOTT FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK 301 JACKSON RICHMOND, TEXAS 77469 Deputy District Clerk Melissa Draper 281-633-7627

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on March 22”d 2011 by the 240th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause #08-DCV-167741 in favor ofthe plaintiffQuail Bridge Community Improvement Association, plaintiff, for the sum of$ 2,643.36++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on May 5th 2011 and will offer for sale on the th day of June 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s) -Juliana L. Jeremy had of, in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: Legal Description: BEING THE SOUTHERNL Y PORTION OF LOT FOURTEEN (14), BLOCK THREE (3), OF QUAIL BRIDGE, SECTION TWO (2), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 25, PAGE 15 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS AND BEING A REPLAT OF RIDGEMONT SECTION FIVE (5) LOCATED IN THE J POINTEVENT SURVEY ABSTRACT NO 305 AND THE J POINTEVENT SURVEY ABSTRACT NO 513 FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS (THE “PROPERTY”) ALSO KNOWN AS 16412 MONTE CARLO LANE, HOUSTON, TEXAS, 77053.

TERMS: CASH TIME: Sale to be held at or about 11:00 A.M. Ruben Davis, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two Dy: Lieutenant G. Majors #73 Deputy Constable CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on March 31ST, 2011 by the 434th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause #10-DCV-182955 in favor of the plaintiff – Dove Country Homeowners Association, plaintiff, for the sum of $3,192.90++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on May 5th, 2011 and will offer for sale on the 7th day of June 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s) –Musa Garuba had of, in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: Legal Description: LOT 13, IN BLOCK 6, REPLAT OF DOVE COUNTRY A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 22, PAGE 49 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS; COMMON ADDRESS OF WHICH IS 607 OAK DALE DRIVE, STAFFORD TEXAS 77477.

TERMS: CASH TIME: Sale to be held at or about 11:00 A.M. Ruben Davis, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two Dy: Lieutenant G. Majors #73 Deputy Constable

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE THE STATE OF TEXAS REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and / or Order of Sale issued on the 14th day of March, 2011 by the 400th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause # 09-DCV-171852 in favor of the Plaintiff - MISSION GLEN HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION, INC. Plaintiff, for the sum of $3,127.54 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and / or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same. Therefore, on the 28th day of April, 2011, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s) - JASPER JOHNSON AND SHARON JOHNSON had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 07th day of JUNE, 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours often o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT NINETEEN (19), IN BLOCK SEVEN (7), OF MISSION GLEN SECTION ONE (1), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN SLIDE 874/A OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED THEREON, ALSO KNOWN AS 8415 WOODLAND WILLOWS DRIVE, HOUSTON, TEXAS. Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $93,670.

Terms: Cash Sale to be held at or about 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct 3 Fort Bend County 22333 Grand Corner Dr. Suite 103.

Katy, Tx 77494.

Deputy H. Hutson, #1310.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 for Ali’s Market being a replat of lots 23, 24 and 25 of block “A” of Fresno Ranchos Subdivision, Precinct 1. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom, William B. Travis Bldg., 309 S. Fourth St., Rm. 700, Richmond, Texas. Under state law, you the owner, have certain rights with respect to the proposed replat. Should you wish to exercise your right, you may be heard at the planned public hearing.

You may contact George Torres with K Chen Engineering at 713-952-6888 for information prior to the hearing.

Submitted by, Dianne Wilson Fort Bend County Clerk PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. for acceptance of the revised traffic control plan for Long Meadow Farms Section 6 to establish a multi-way stop at the intersection of Winston Ranch Parkway and James Long Parkway, Pct 3. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom, 309 South Fourth St., Suite 700, William B. Travis Bldg., Richmond, Texas.

You are invited to attend and state your approval or objection on this matter.

Submitted by, Dianne Wilson Fort Bend County Clerk

CONSTABLE SALE Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and/or Order of Sale issued on March 21ST, 2011 by the 268th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in Cause #09-DCV-175330 in favor of the plaintiff – Quail Valley Fund, INC., plaintiff, for the sum of $ 3,031.00++++ costs as taxed on said execution and/or order of sale and further the sum of executing the same.

I have levied on May 5th, 2011 and will offer for sale on the 7th day of June 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of Ten O’clock A.M. and Four O’clock P.M., and all rights, title, interests, and claims which the said Defendant (s) –Courtrai S. Smith had of, in or to the following described Real Property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: Legal Description: LOT 18, BLOCK 3, THUNDERBIRD WEST SECTION 2, QUAIL VALLEY SUBDIVISION MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 3318 GOLDEN TREE CRT., MISSOURI CITY, TEXAS 77459 TERMS: CASH TIME: Sale to be held at or about 11:00 A.M. Ruben Davis, Constable Fort Bend County Precinct Two Dy: Lieutenant G. Majors #73 Deputy Constable

LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION TO BIDDERS Sealed Bids will be received in the Office of Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., County Purchasing Agent, Fort Bend County, Rosenberg Annex, 4520 Reading Road, Suite A, Rosenberg, TX 77471 for the following until THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2011 at 1:30 P.M. (CST). All bids will then be publicly opened and read in the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Rosenberg Annex, 4520 Reading Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471. Bids received after the specified time will be returned unopened.

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BID 11-069 – PUBLIC SUPPLY WELL; BID 11-070 – PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT.

Lump sum or unit pricing is required; payment will be by check after products/services are rendered.

Bonds are required.

Fort Bend County reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Signed: Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., Purchasing Agent Fort Bend County, Richmond, Texas THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: FRANCISCO OVIEDO, DEFENDANT, GREETING: You (and each of you) are hereby commanded to appear before the Honorable County Court-at-Law 2 of Fort Bend County, Texas, at the Courthouse being located at the William B. Travis Building, in the City of Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas, by fi ling a written answer at or before 10 o’clock A,M, of the Monday next after the expiration of 42 days from the date of issuance of the citation, same being the 6th day of June 2011 to Plaintiff ’s Petition field in said Court, on the 2nd day of March, 2010, in this cause numbered 10-CCV-041483 on the docket of said Court and styled: Austin Noreiga vs Francisco Oviedo allegations as shown in said petition now on fi le in the Fort Bend County Clerk’s Office.

The officer executing this Writ shall promptly serve the same, according to requirements of law and the mandates hereof, and make due return as the law directs.

ISSUED AND GIVEN UNDER MY HAND SEAL of said Court at office, this the 21st day of April, 2011.

You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not fi le a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 A.M. on the next Monday following the expiration of 20 days after you are served this citation and petition, a default judgement may be taken against you.

The name and address of the Plaintiff ’s attorney is: Jackson R. Reed Reed & Terry LLP 56 D Sugar Creek Center Blvd.

Suite 300 Sugar land, TX 77479 281-491-5000 DIANNE WILSON, COUNTY CLERK FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS 301 JACKSON STREET, SUITE 101 RICHMOND, TX 77469-3108

By Chelsea McDonald, Deputy NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE THE STATE OF TEXAS REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and / or Order of Sale issued on the 14th day of March, 2011 by the 434th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause # 09-DCV-170673 in favor of the Plaintiff - MISSION GLEN HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION, INC. Plaintiff, for the sum of $3,571.06 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and / or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same.

Therefore, on the 28th day of April, 2011, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s) - THEODORE NDAMUKUNDA AND VIOLETTE MUKASUGIRA had of, in, or to the following described real property, and will offer for sale on the 7th day of JUNE, 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours of ten o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real property situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT TWENTY-SIX (26), IN BLOCK TWO (2), OF MISSION GLEN, SECTION THREE (3), A SUBDIVISION IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN SLIDE 1124/A OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED THEREON, ALSO KNOWN AS 8310 ASHLA WN DRIVE, HOUSTON, TEXAS. Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $58,970.

Terms: Cash Sale to be held at or about 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct 3 Fort Bend County 22333 Grand Corner Dr. Suite 103.

Katy, Tx 77494.

Deputy H. Hutson, #1310.

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF FORT BEND By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the Honorable 240TH DISTRICT COURT of FORT BEND County on the 21st day of April, 2011 by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. ERNESTINE ARMSTRONG, ET AL in Cause # 09-DCV -173984 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, I will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0’ Clock AM on the 7th day of June, 2011, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the Official door of the Courthouse of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT 1: GEO: 5025010120220907 MISSION BEND SOUTH SECTION 1, BLOCK 12, LOT 22 SITUATED IN FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, AS SHOWN IN CLERK FILE NUMBER 99017318 OF THE DEED AND PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS Levied on the 10th day of May, 2011 as the property of ERNESTINE ARMSTRONG, TINA A. WALKER, JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR AND INTEREST TO BANC ONE FINANCIAL SERVICES, JAY’S MORTGAGE & FINANCE COMPANY DBA JMFC FUNDING CORPORATION, MISSION BEND SOUTH CIVIC IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION to satisfy a judgment amounting to $49,952.38, representing delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and attomey’s fees through the date of judgment, plus all costs of court, costs of sale, and post judgment penalties and interest recoverable by law in favor of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; CHELFORD CITY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICTFORT BEND COUNTY. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. GIVEN UNDER MY HAND THIS 10th day of May, 2011 .

Rob Cook, Constable Precinct 3 Fort Bend County 22333 Grand Corner Dr. Suite 103.

Katy, Tx 77494.

Deputy H. Hutson, #1310.

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF FORT BEND By virtue of an Order of Sale issued out of the Honorable 240TH DISTRICT COURT of FORT BEND County on the 21st day of April, 2011 by the Clerk thereof, in the case of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. SUGAR LAND-SETTLERS WAY/ PONDEROSA, LTD, ET ALin Cause # 09-DCV -175543 and to me, as CONSTABLE directed and delivered, I will proceed to sell, at 10:00 0’ Clock AM on the 7th day of June, 2011, which is the first Tuesday of said month, at the Official door of the Courthouse of said FORT BEND County, in the City of RICHMOND, Texas, the following described property, to wit: TRACT I: GEO: 4749000000020907 BEING 32,940 SQUARE FEET (0.7562 ACRE) OF LAND LOCATED IN THE ELIJAH ALCORN LEAGUE, ABSTRACT 1 AND THE WILLIAM STAFFORD LEAGUE, ABSTRACT 89, FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE PARTICULARLY BEING A PORTION OF COMMERCIAL RESERVE “B” OF “THE MARKET AT FIRST COLONY”, A SUBDIVISION OF RECORD IN SLIDE NOS. 889-B AND 980-A, PLAT RECORDS, FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. Levied on the 10th day of May, 2011 as the property of SUGAR LAND-SETTLERS WAY/PONDEROSA, LTD., REGIONS BANK to satisfy a judgment amounting to $41,462.42, representing delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and attomey’s fees through the date of judgment, plus all costs of court, costs of sale, and post judgment penalties and interest recoverable by law in favor of FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; FORT BEND COUNTY LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT #2, FORT BEND COUNTY/ CITY OF SUGAR LAND. ALL BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH SECTION 34.015 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY TAX CODE. GIVEN UNDER MY HAND THIS 10th day of May, 2011 .

Rob Cook, Constable Precinct 3 Fort Bend County 22333 Grand Corner Dr. Suite 103.

Katy, Tx 77494.

Deputy H. Hutson, #1310.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Commissioners Court of Fort Bend County, Texas has set a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 for Ali’s Market being a replat of lots 23, 24 and 25 of block “A” of Fresno Ranchos Subdivision, Precinct 1. The hearing will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom, William B. Travis Bldg., 309 S. Fourth St., Rm. 700, Richmond, Texas. Under state law, you the owner, have certain rights with respect to the proposed replat. Should you wish to exercise your right, you may be heard at the planned public hearing.

You may contact George Torres with K Chen Engineering at 713-952-6888 for information prior to the hearing.

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE SALE NOTICE OF LEVY REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of a Writ of Execution and I or Order of Sale issued on the 6th day of April, 2011 by the 400th Judicial District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas in cause # 08-DCV-167657 in favor of the Plaintiff - ROYAL LAKES ESTATES HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION, INC. Plaintiff, for the sum of $4,028.50 ++++costs as taxed on said Execution and I or Order of Sale and further the sum of executing the same. Therefore, on the 09th day of May, 2011, I, Constable Rob Cook of Precinct Three Fort Bend County, have levied on and have seized all rights, title, interest, and claim to which the said Defendant(s) - DEJA DERICK JOHNSON had of, in, or to the following described real property, and wilt.Qft~r for sale on the 07th day of JUNE, 2011 at the County Courthouse steps of Fort Bend County, Texas in the city of Richmond, Texas between the hours often o’clock a.m. and four o’clock p.m., any and all rights, title, interests and claims which the above defendant had of, in, or to the following described real propewj situated in Fort Bend County, Texas; viz:

Submitted by, Dianne Wilson Fort Bend County Clerk

Qualified companies are invited to submit their qualifications to Stafford Municipal School District for Construction Management Services (CM At Risk), RFQ# 2011-0002, at the Stafford MSD administration building conference room in Stafford, Texas before 10:00am local standard time on the 19th day of May, 2011 as part of Step One in a Two Step process. Short-listed firms notified for Step Two must submit proposal with fees and bid bond before 10:00am local standard time on the 7th day of June, 2011 at which time they will be opened and read aloud in the Stafford MSD administration building conference room. Bid document can be found on the District’s website.

LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION TO BIDDERS Sealed Bids will be received in the Office of Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., County Purchasing Agent, Fort Bend County, Rosenberg Annex, 4520 Reading Road, Suite A, Rosenberg, TX 77471 for the following until THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2011 at 1:30 P.M. (CST). All bids will then be publicly opened and read in the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Rosenberg Annex, 4520 Reading Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471. Bids received after the specified time will be returned unopened.

BID 11-064 – TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION PROJECTS: BEECHNUT STREET AT WINKLEMAN ROAD/GAINES ROAD AND WEST BELFORT AT BELKNAP ROAD A pre-bid conference will be conducted on Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 9:00 AM (CST). The pre-bid conference will be held at the Fort Bend County Purchasing Department located in the Rosenberg Annex at 4520 Reading Road, Rosenberg Texas 77471. All bidders are encouraged to attend.

Unit pricing is required; payment will be by check after products/services are rendered. Bonds are required.

Fort Bend County reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Signed: Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., Purchasing Agent Fort Bend County, Richmond, Texas

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 17, BLOCK 2, OF ROYAL LAKES ESTATES SUBDIVISION, SECTION 1, A SURJHVISION OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AT SLIDE 1685A, CLERK’S FILE NO. 1999043736 AND SLIDE 1854B IN THE MAP OR PLAT RECORDS OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS. Property is sold with all encumbrances and liens affixed thereto. All sales are final.

ADJUDGED/MARKET VALUE: $466,470.00 Terms: Cash Sale to be held at or about 10:00 A.M. Rob Cook, Constable Precinct Three Fort Bend County, Texas BY:SERGEANT J.M. HUTSON Deputy Constable #1310 LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR SEALED COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS Sealed Competitive Proposals will be received in the Office of Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., County Purchasing Agent, Fort Bend County, Rosenberg Annex, 4520 Reading Road, Suite A, Rosenberg, TX 77471 for the following until THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2011 at 1:30 P.M. CST). All proposals will then be opened in the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Rosenberg Annex, 4520 Reading Road, Suite A, Rosenberg, TX 77471 and the names of the proposers made public. Proposals received after the specified time will be returned unopened.

RFP 11-068 – VENDING MACHINES FOR JUSTICE CENTER Unit pricing is required; payment will be by check after products/services are rendered. Bonds are not required.

Fort Bend County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

Signed: Gilbert D. Jalomo, Jr., Purchasing Agent Fort Bend County, Richmond, Texas

LEGAL NOTICE The City of Missouri City, Texas is now issuing a Request for Proposals for the following: RFP #210-11 Traffic Management Software The City of Missouri City requests proposals from interested parties for the furnishing, installation and integration of traffic management software into the City of Missouri City Traffic Management Center.

Proposals will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. local time June 6, 2011 and then opened.

The RFP packages may be obtained beginning May 11th by requesting the document name and number listed above by: •contacting the City Purchasing Office at 1522 Texas Parkway (281) 403-8626 •email charles@missouricitytx.gov Proposals must be sealed, marked on the outside of the delivery envelope with the RFP name and number as listed above, and the date of opening. Proposals must be delivered to the attention of the Sealed Bid Box, City of Missouri City Purchasing Office, 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, Texas, 77489, prior to the acceptance deadline. Proposal packages marked improperly and therefore misdirected may be disqualified. Proposals are opened in public in the City Hall Council Chambers.

Charles Oberrender, CPPB Purchasing Manager City of Missouri City, Texas

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FILM REVIEW: Bridesmaids Do not be fooled; this is a Chick Flick. But don’t be turned off by that description either. Many critics have gone out of their way to gently explained that “Bridesmaids” is not a Chick Flick as though calling a movie a “chick flick” is something less than full value. This is an exceptionally well done movie and it is hilarious.

And it is about chicks and their relationships with each other and their disdain and distrust of men and the stars are women and the script is written by women and that, my friends, is a chick flick.

Not that there’s anything wrong with that.

I laughed, no, guffawed throughout this movie and I might see it again soon just to lift my spirits. So who are the big winners? Everybody!

SNL’s Kristen Wiig co-wrote and stars as Annie the maid of honor for her bestie Lillian (Maya Rudolph). These two grew up together and it was expected that Lillian would ask Annie to be her maid of honor along with a comical and entertaining group of bridesmaids.

The story is about Annie,

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but the movie is appropriately titled “Bridesmaids” as we are privileged to join in the fun of the character development of each of these very funny, quirky women.

My favorite bridesmaid?

Megan. She is played by Melissa McCarthy who isn’t scared to show her wacky, bizarre yet feminine side while delivering one killer line after another.

McCarthy is currently starring in her own TV sitcom as Molly Flynn in “Mike and Molly.” I’m going to start watching that show. Wiig and co-writer “Annie” Mumolo have written a dynamite script and Director Paul Feig guides

this stupendous cast through a minefield of absurdity and wittiness.

The great and powerful Judd Apatow produced.

Watch for Mumolo’s brief appearance as the “nervous woman on plane.” Kristen Wiig’s life is over as she knows it. She is now a movie star and a huge talent that will catapult her into the sphere reserved for her buddy Tina Fey. She has similar looks as Fey - not beautiful but attractive enough to have love scenes with Jon “Mad Men” Hamm especially if you put them in a tight, short skirt.

Note: Wiig’s character has raunchy sex scenes with

Hamm in this movie and one of the boyfriends of Liz Lemon of “30 Rock” is none other than Jon “Pretty Boy” Hamm.

Do not call this a chick flick if you are uncomfortable with the term; I suggest “date flick” which means both of you will like it. “Bridesmaids” will be a huge hit and everyone will get rich and the scripts will start rolling in for all the actors. Congratulations to Wiig and Mumolo.

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By BARBARA FULENWIDER The Suzuki SX4 SportBack AWD is a crossover vehicle that delivers a sweet drive at a low price and is economical for commutes and running those never-ending errands.

Suzuki has priced its hot hatch at $16,599, which is good news for budgetminded drivers who want a sporty option. For the 2011 model new safety features include rear seat side airbags for a total of eight as standard equipment and new larger rear head restraints.

There’s also an enhanced navigation system that’s optional and now includes real-time traffic, weather forecast, movie time search, flight arrival/departure, lowest gas price and Google search.

The SX4 Suzuki SX4 SportBack comes standard with all wheel drive, offers nimble handling, has five doors and award winning handling found in its European cousin, the Suzuki Swift.

While the 2011 SX4 Sportback is fairly new to the scene, it shares many features with the SX4 Crossover, including styling cues aimed

at younger buyers. It seats five, has wide door openings for easy entry and exit, raised theater-style seating, and an airy feeling for rear seat passengers.

In addition the Suzuki SX4 SportBack comes equipped with an automaticdimming rear view mirror with compass, standard AM/ FM/CD four-speaker audio system with MP3 and XM Satellite Radio capacity, air conditioning, remote keyless entry, reclining splitfolding second row, a driver’s information center and integrated navigation system.

The SX4 SportBack tuned to sport mode and following the tradition of the SX4 sold in European markets, benefits from a lower ride height, performance shocks and standard stabilizer bars.

Seventeen-inch alloy rims further enhance the ride and handling balance while the sticky, low-profile radials make for sure-footed braking along with the standard fourwheel discs.

The Suzuki SX4 SportBack is powered by a 2.0-liter dual overhead cam 16-valve fourcylinder engine, which makes 150 horsepower and 140 lb.-

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FBJSL is an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, to developing the potential of women and to improving the Fort Bend County community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

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ft. torque. The motor is mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or continuously variable transmission.

For added urban convenience, the new automatic transmission optimizes performance and efficiency via a consolemounted gear selector or paddle shifters, which maintain the engine’s rpm sweet spot over a wide range of in-town and freeway driving. Gas mileage per gallon is estimated at 22 in city driving and 30 on the highway.

Active safety features on the SX4 SportBack include the electronic stability system with traction control and four-wheel disc brakes with

an anti-lock braking system and electronic brake-force distribution. The traction control system and stability control helps ensure vehicle stability when cornering, accelerating, driving on slippery surfaces or during emergency maneuvers.

Standard features on the Suzuki SX4 SportBack include power windows, locks and mirrors, leather steering wheel cover, fog lights, aero body trim, cruise control, rear spoiler, tilt steering wheel and an integrated navigation system.

The Suzuki SX4 SportBack is a well thought out package that delivers power and fuel economy.

FBJSL raises $336,000 As the Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) concludes its 2010 – 2011 League year, it has raised about $336,000 for the Fort Bend County community this year. Proceeds were raised through various fundraising events, including Sugar Plum Market, Charity Ball, and Glitter & Gloss (hosted by the Fort Bend Teen Service League, a mentoring project of FBJSL), and sales of the League’s second cookbook, Treasures from the Bend, Rich in History and Flavor.

Additionally, the League raised funds through participation in Riverstone’s Grand Soiree and as beneficiary of Sugar Land Town Square Restaurant Week.

Numerous worthy Fort Bend County charities benefited from the League’s donations. In addition to funds donated back to the community, FBJSL members will have volunteered an estimated 20,000 hours during the 2010 – 2011 League year.

FBJSL was established in 2001 and celebrated its 10th anniversary of serving and donating back to the Fort Bend County community throughout the 2010 – 2011

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From US-59 in Sugar Land, take Hwy 6 south 3 miles

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