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January 6, 2021 Home of the ‘Lone Star Flag’ and
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Governor Bridge Renamed and Dedicated as the Abbott Weekly Appoints “Alex Sutton Family Bridge” Three To Gas Prices (January 4, 2021) - In Honor of Alex Sutton’ Service to the Community San Jacinto Texas gas prices have fallen 0.5 cents per gallon River in the past week, averaging $1.93/g today, Authority according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 13,114 Board Of stations. Gas prices in Texas are 8.6 cents per Directors gallon higher than a month
ago and stand 34.6 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas is priced at $1.59/g today while the most expensive is $2.79/g, a difference of $1.20/g. The lowest price in the state today is $1.59/g while the highest is $2.79/g, a difference of $1.20/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 1.3 cents per gallon in the las t w eek, averaging $ 2 . 2 4 / g t o d a y. T h e national average is up 8.0 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 34.4 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa$2.05/g, down 1.7 cents per gallon from last week's $2.07/g. San Antonio- $1.79/g, down 3.4 cents per gallon from last week's $1.83/g. Austin- $1.87/g, down 0.9 cents per gallon from last week's $1.88/g. "After several weeks seeing the national average make healthy gains, last week saw a significant slowdown and most states saw prices change little as we head into the New Year," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. "I'm hopeful 2021's theme will be recovery in the COVID19 pandemic, which is unfortunately likely to drive gas prices higher. How much higher? GasBuddy will be revealing its 2021 Fuel Price Outlook tomorrow answering that question, giving motorists some insight into the trends expected in the coming 365 days. Short-term, expect prices to see overall less fluctuation in the week ahead as they saw to end 2020, with prices more likely to see small gains or stability than decreases." SOURCE GasBuddy
Index Community............2, 3, 7, 8 Commentary............................4 Devotional..........................5 Legals.................................6 Business Directory.............8
Presided by Montgomery County Commissioner James Noack, The Howard Hughes Corporation held an Official Renaming Dedication Ceremony
The Woodlands, TX – The Howard Hughes Corporation® (NYSE: HHC) held a dedication ceremony on Monday, December 28, 2020, to officially celebrate the renaming of The Woodlands® Waterway Avenue Bridge as the Alex Sutton Family Bridge in honor of the dedication of
Alex G. Sutton to The Woodlands community. The celebration was presided by Montgomery County Precinct 3 Commissioner James Noack. The Montgomery County commissioners unanimously approved the renaming of the bridge during their Tuesday,
November 20 court meeting. James Noack, Montgomery County Commissioner Precinct 3, said, “Alex Sutton has been an integral part of the fabric of The Woodlands for several years. We wanted to recognize Alex’s many accomplishments and contributions to our
community by naming this bridge in his honor. It is a fitting tribute to his dedication to what The Woodlands has become today, and for what its future holds for those who live and work in this wonderful community.”
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HCA Houston Healthcare Provides COVID-19 Vaccine to Houston-Area First Responders Houston, Texas – In response to requests from local EMS and fire departments, HCA Houston Healthcare has offered Houston-area first responders access to the COVID-19 vaccine, free of charge. HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe and HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball provided a free COVID-19 vaccine clinic to Houston-area first responders on Monday, Dec. 28 and Tuesday, Dec. 29. Agencies that participated in the vaccine clinic included South Lake Houston EMS, North Channel EMS, Jacinto City Fire Department, Spring Fire Department, Ponderosa Fire Department and Huffman EMS, among others. “Because we are part of HCA Healthcare, one the largest health systems in the Houston area, we were able to quickly provide the COVID-19 vaccine to our first responder partners,” said Nathan Jung, director of EMS relations at HCA
Houston Healthcare. “It’s critical that we help provide this vaccine to our Houston-area first responders, who are at a high risk for exposure to the virus. They are on the front lines, initiating care on scene and transporting patients to hospitals. It was important not only to provide this vaccine to our community fire and EMS partners, but also free of charge.” The clinic was open to first responders who are assigned to the Phase 1A group as designated by the state of Texas. Phase 1A features two tiers. The first includes health care workers, especially those in hospital settings, who interact with COVID-19 patients, those at high risk for the virus, staff at longterm care facilities, EMS providers, home health care workers and residents of long-term care facilities. The second tier includes staff members in outpatient care settings who interact with symptomatic patients, community pharmacy staff
Kevin Wiseman, District Chief of the Spring Fire Department receives his first dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe’s vaccine clinic for first responders.
members, school nurses and public health staff. As a precaution, all vaccine recipients are required to remain in the vaccination clinic area for 15–30 minutes after receiving the vaccine to be
observed for any adverse reactions. Once the observation time is complete, recipients are released. Both approved
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AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Wil Faubel and Rick Mora, M.D. and reappointed Kaaren Cambio to the San Jacinto River Authority Board of Directors for terms set to expire on October 16, 2025. The San Jacinto River Authority is a government agency whose mission is to develop, conserve, and protect the water resources of the San Jacinto River basin. Wil Faubel of Montgomery is President of Borets US Inc. He is a veteran and senior executive in the Oilfield Services industry with more than forty years of service. He has both domestic and international experience and is a lifelong member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and a former board member of the Petroleum Equipment S u p p l i e r s Association. Faubel received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Southern Methodist University. Rick Mora, M.D. of The Woodlands is a partner at US Anesthesia Partners and Chief of Anesthesiology for Memorial Hermann Pinecoft Surgery Center. He is a member of the Texas S o c i e t y o f Anesthesiologists and the American Society of Anesthesiology. Previously, he served as chair of the Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and is a founding Board member of the non-profit, Los Doctores de The Woodlands. Mora received a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Literature and premedicine from the University of California at Berkeley and a Doctor of Medicine from the University Of Illinois College Of Medicine. He is a military veteran who received an honorable discharge, after serving eight years in both the Army National Guard and the Texas National Guard. Kaaren Cambio of Kingwood is a field representative from United States Congressman Dan Crenshaw. She is a former m e m b e r o f Wo m e n ’ s Business Enterprise National Investment Recovery Association, Pipeline Contractors Association, and the Houston Pipeliners Association. She is the past president and current member of the Kings Trails Chapter of the National Charity League and a member of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Tours Committee. Cambio received a Bachelor of Business Administration from San Diego State University.
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Suggestions for Mindful Eating: Caesars Dressing Food for Thought Diana Anderson
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Suggestions for Mindful Eating: Caesars Dressing Though most people buy Caesar salad dressing in a bottle, homemade is incredibly easy to make and tastes so much better than store-bought. There are many variations but this rich and creamy version is the one my whole family loves. It’s not too garlicky and not too fishy — it’s just right.
Healthcare from page 1 vaccines require two doses. The second dose will be administered 21 days after the initial dose for the Pfizer vaccine and 28 days for Moderna. The second dose will be
Bridge from page 1 Alex Sutton recently retired from his position as Co-President of The Woodlands Development Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Howard Hughes Corporation. During his 26-year tenure, he managed the design and construction of the extension of major thoroughfares, including, among others, Woodlands Parkway, Lake Woodlands Drive and Lake Woodlands Bridge, Research Forest Drive and Gosling and Kuykendahl Roads, residential home sections and commercial building sites, The Woodlands
Unlike authentic Caesar dressings which are made with olive oil and thickened with raw eggs, this one has a mayonnaise base, which means no raw eggs so you don’t have to worry about giving it to your kids. And speaking of kids, my grandkids love this dressing. They don’t even wait for me to make a salad; while I cook dinner, they sit at the kitchen table with a big head of romaine and dip the leaves in. Instead of whole anchovies, I use anchovy paste — makes it easy,
especially if you’re squeamish about anchovies (just hold your nose and add it in; the dressing needs every last bit to taste like the real deal!) For the cheese, it’s important to use imported Parmigiano-Reggiano from Italy, domestic Parmesan pales in comparison. You can always tell if it’s authentic by looking at the rind, which is embossed with the name over and over. If the cheese is already grated, it should be labeled “ParmigianoReggiano,” not
“Parmesan.” Begin by whisking together the garlic, anchovy paste, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Next, whisk in the mayonnaise, ParmigianoReggiano, salt, and pepper. That’s all there is to it. The dressing will keep well in the fridge for about a week. For a main course Caesar, try pairing this with grilled chicken or shrimp. Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing Servings: Makes 1-1/3 cups (enough for about 10
starter salads) To t a l Ti m e : 1 0 Minutes INGREDIENTS * 2 small garlic cloves, minced * 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (found near the canned tuna in the supermarket) * 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, from one lemon * 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (I like the brand Maille) * 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce * 1 cup mayonnaise, best quality such as
administered at the same hospital where recipients received the first. Each recipient received a vaccination card that states which vaccine they received and when they need to return for their second dose. Electronic reminders will also be sent via email or mobile phone messaging.
Since Friday, Dec. 18, HCA Houston Healthcare has successfully administered the first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to thousands of its tier 1 colleagues and medical staff members who were selected based on their roles in providing direct COVID-19 care and are at the highest risk of being affected by the
COVID-19 virus. These colleagues include those who work in emergency rooms, ICUs, medicalsurgical units, rehabilitation and respiratory services, among others, who have daily interaction with COVID-19 positive patients or persons under investigation. HCA Houston Healthcare will
infectious disease experts, as well as those at the CDC, strongly encourage vaccination as a critical step to protect individuals from the virus. When both doses have been administered, recipients can expect about a 95% While HCA Houston e ff e c t i v e n e s s r a t e o f Healthcare colleagues are p r o t e c t i o n f r o m n o t r e q u i r e d t o b e contracting COVID-19. vaccinated, the company’s
Waterway®, and all six Wa t e r w a y b r i d g e s , including Lake Robbins and Waterway Avenue Bridges. For over two decades, he has also overseen commercial development, including Town Green Park, Waterway Square®, T h e We s t i n a t T h e Wo o d l a n d s , E m b a s s y Suites by Hilton at Hughes Landing and numerous retail, multifamily and office buildings in The Wo o d l a n d s To w n Center®, Hughes Landing® and Research Forest. His civic and industry involvement includes service as Director and Chairman of Interfaith of The Woodlands, Director, T h e C y n t h i a Wo o d s Mitchell Pavilion,
Founding Director and Chairman of The Woodlands Arts Council, Director, The Woodlands Economic Development Partnership, Director and Chairman of the North Houston Association, Director and Chairman of Montgomery County Youth Services, Director, The Montgomery County Community Foundation, Director and Secretary of The Woodlands Township, and he is a Member of the Urban Land Institute. He was named a Hometown Hero in The Woodlands in 2019 by Interfaith of The Woodlands. “ We a r e p r o u d t o celebrate the renaming of The Woodlands Waterway Avenue Bridge to the Alex Sutton Family Bridge in recognition of his rich
contributions and service to our community over the past decades,” said Jim Carman, President, Houston Region, The Howard Hughes Corporation. “Alex has helped create the place so
many of us have come to love and call our hometown. Dedicating this bridge to Alex and his family is truly a fitting gesture.” Alex and his wife, Sharon, live in The
Hellmann's Real * 1/2 cup freshly grated ParmigianoReggiano * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper INSTRUCTIONS 1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic, anchovy paste, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Add the mayonnaise, Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt and pepper and whisk until well combined. Taste and adjust to your liking. The dressing will keep well in the fridge for about a week
continue this tiered distribution for the remaining colleagues and will remain in frequent contact with the state regarding its vaccine inventory and future distributions.
Woodlands Town Center. They are members of The Wo o d l a n d s U n i t e d Methodist Church and have eight grandchildren, four of whom reside in The Woodlands.
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There Are At Least Nine Ways To Discern Fake News From The Real Truth In The News Walden Happenings By Doc Fennessy The opinions expressed in this editorial do not necessarily reflect those of MCN.
W A L D E N HAPPENINGS In the past four years, the consensus of the mass multi-media of communication in this country (radio, television, newspapers) has concluded that 92.3% of the information relative to President Donald John Trump has been costly negative. “Lies, Lies, and more Damn Lies;” relates President Donald Trump ‘FAKE NEWS!” FAKE NEWS is created to manipulate readers’ views, push a political agenda or create confusion and make a profit out of online publishers. There is lots of fake news and misinformation circulated online, especially on social feeds and chat groups. Fake news is news, stories or hoaxes created specifically to misinform or deceive readers. In the past election campaign the publishing and television appearances of Joe Biden acting as a bubbling, numbling, stumbling, and forget who was he act, at times, was a complete phony act, to confuse the Republican voters that he had no chance of winning and that they might as well stay home. Additionally, Mark Tw a i n t h e w e s t e r n philosopher said that, “there are lies, damn lies, and statistics.” In that vain there were over 40 reviews and polls prior to the election falsely indicating that Joe Biden was going to be a winner by a ridiculous number of points. This again, was to confuse the republican voters into thinking that Trump had no chance of winning and to stay home from voting. The following article, “9 Ways to Discern Fake News from Real News” was written by Nanice Ellis and published in the December 13th Sunday Family Humor. Nanice Ellis also writes for the popular “Wake Up World” news. As a Conscious Creation Coach since 1997, Nanice Ellis teaches mastery level manifestation. Using quantum principals, human dynamics, consciousness techniques, and real life experiences, her powerful coaching style is often referred to as the “Nanice Effect.” Bridging the gap from imagination to realization, Nanice coaches people to live their true dreams. Nanice is the author of several inspirational books including, “Is There a White Elephant in
Your Way? – a comprehensive guidebook to awakeni n g a n d s e l f empowerment” and “Seducing the Field” – the masters guide for manifestation.” So how can you differentiate fake news from the real stuff? Here’s a guideline to keep you from believing the nonsense out there and becoming a party to inadvertently spreading it. The following article is all Nanice Ellis’ unabridged words throughout. Nanice Ellis suggests that, No doubt, the world has never been more chaotic and confusing, and with contradicting data streaming from the internet, social media and MSM, it’s nearly impossible to know who and what to believe, especially with fake news masquerading as real news and real news being dismissed as fake news! Consequently, if we can’t trust the information we’re receiving, how can we make good choices for ourselves and our families? Fortunately, by using a combination of logic and intuition, there are 9 ways to easily discern real news from fake news. 1. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH: First and foremost, no matter how reliable you consider the source of your information or what they’re telling you, don’t take anyone’s word at face value. We all know that “experts” can lie, information can be misdirected and statistics can be manipulated, and therefore, always do your own research, especially when it comes to topics that could affect you and your family. Also, keep in mind that we naturally tend to seek proof that supports our past beliefs, and therefore, it’s a good idea to investigate information that we might have dismissed as untrue. 2. BE A CRITICAL THINKER: As a critical thinker, it’s important to use your eyes, ears and common sense, and make sure that you pay attention to details that you might have otherwise ignored. For example, if you’re watching the news on the internet or TV, here are some ways to quickly identify “false flag” events: * Notice contradictions or gaps in the storyline. * Notice anything that doesn’t line up properly or doesn’t make logical sense. * Can you identify any of the victims or witnesses from past crisis events? * Notice the background where the scene is taking place….is it consistent with the location and backstory? * Does the location appear to be staged? * If statistics are given,
are they accurate? 3. NOTICE REPETITION OR SCRIPTED ACTORS: Be suspicious of news stories that are constantly repeated over and over again, and specifically, when multiple news outlets are showing the same images or various newscasters are reciting the same exact lines as if they’re scripted actors. 4. QUESTION THE MAINSTREAM: Simply by watching Hollywood movies over the years, we’ve all become desensitized, and in fact, we’ve been trained to surrender disbelief and just go along with the narrative we’re being told. While this might create an enjoyable experience while watching a movie, it’s not such a good idea while watching Mainstream Media. Just like in the movies, the producers of Mainstream Media show you exactly what they want you to see and they make you feel exactly what they want you to feel, and if their presentation is successful, you end up believing exactly what they want you to believe. Just like well-trained actors know how to invoke certain emotional responses in their audiences, so do the best News Anchors. Therefore, when watching Mainstream News Media, make sure to stay alert and inquisitive – and don’t get sucked into any scripted narratives. (Did you know that according to a recent s t u d y, o n l y 2 5 % o f Americans trust MSM?) 5. FOLLOW THE M O N E Y: E v e r y o n e knows that certain individuals and organizations have their own hidden agendas, and they fund specific causes or events in order to further those agendas. Therefore, if you can follow the money, you’ll have a better chance at identifying news stories that have been fabricated or manipulated. Do your own research to find out which organizations are providing funding for a specific social cause or event. Then, do some more research to find out how these organizations might be benefiting from a specific outcome; the answer could help explain hidden motives. 6. SCRUTINIZE THE GOOD GUYS FROM THE BAD GUYS: Since it can sometimes be difficult to tell the good guys from the bad guys (especially if they have mixed agendas), it’s best to approach every situation with new eyes. While we might want to assume that nice people naturally tell the truth, nice people can lie and manipulate facts just as easily as not so nice
Author Nanice Ellis is a prolific writer in the area of subterfuge and FAKE NEWS and has written fairly extensively in those areas.
people. Therefore, every News Reporter should be adequately scrutinized and all people in positions of power should be required to prove that they are worthy of our trust. 7 . G E T GROUNDED: No doubt, we’re living through some crazy times, and it’s easy to get frazzled, but there’s no way to discern truth from lies through a frazzled mind. Since it’s impossible to think clearly when we are experiencing fear and confusion, it’s important to take time each day to center yourself and call back your energy from everyone and everything. Moreover, if you’re feeling stressed and overwhelmed, ask yourself, “Am I safe right now in this moment?” As long as the answer is yes, there’s no need to make rash decisions, and therefore, take the time to do your own research so that you can come to your own conclusions. 8. TRUST INNER GUIDANCE: With so many conflicting messages coming from all angles, it’s often impossible to know who or what to believe, and therefore, it’s never been more important to cultivate intuition. So, for starters, whenever you
hear something on the news or you read something online, notice how it makes you feel inside, and if something doesn’t feel right, it’s probably not! Instead of being manipulated or coerced by fear, riots or propaganda, learn to listen to your gut feelings or inner guidance, and only do what feels right to you! The more you listen to your own inner voice, the louder and clearer it will become, and with a little practice, you’ll be able to trust your inner guidance above and beyond what you’re being told by the media, experts, friends, celebrities, politicians or anyone in authority. In fact, once you really trust your gut, it will become like a fool proof lie detector. 9. DO NOT B L I N D LY F O L L O W ALONG: If we watch Main Stream Media on a daily basis, and our focus is directed on crimes and violence, it’s all too easy to get enrolled in collective fear, and once we’re afraid, we’re easy to persuade. Moreover, if we’re made to believe that the majority of our community is moving in a certain direction, we might tend to follow the crowd,
but what if the crowd has been brainwashed with false ideas – or what if we’re all being manipulated to move against our own best interest? Therefore, it’s never been more important to question the narratives you’ve been told, and if something doesn’t feel right, be willing to ask difficult questions – and keep asking until you have clarity! Moreover, you might also want to question some of your own beliefs, especially the ones you’ve never questioned before. THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX! While our traditional systems are collapsing left and right, and chaos is continuously adding to confusion, it’s normal to seek the path of least resistance. However, don’t be fooled. Although the “path of compliancy” may lead to a temporary sense of safety and security, appearances can be very deceptive. Therefore, it’s never been more crucial to think for yourself and listen to your heart….and even if you believe that you’re in the minority, you’re probably not! Indeed, the world is finally waking up!
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2020 Year In Review for Texas Department of Agriculture Difficult year saw successes and challenges for state agency AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Agriculture, like so many Texans during this difficult time, experienced success and challenges throughout 2020. From the successful launch of the Industrial Hemp program in March to the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, TDA continued its mission to protect Texas agriculture, provide food assistance to schools and communities, and promote Texas-made products and businesses – all while staff worked remotely. Commissioner Sid Miller provided state and
national leadership on many occasions, from advocating support for Texas rural hospitals on CBS’ 60 Minutes to warning Texans about dangerous unsolicited seed packets from China that threatened Texas agriculture. He assured the public of the strength and security of the food supply chain when negative media attention stirred panic. Throughout this year, TDA and Commissioner Miller have repeatedly sought state and federal assistance for rural hospitals, community food banks and local businesses. The quality
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work of TDA personnel and Commissioner Miller were supported by the Sunset Commission recommendation that the agency be continued, as well as a 94% approval rating in a customer service report issued over the summer. “This year has tested all of us,” said Commissioner Miller. “But as with every other challenge, Texans were up to the fight and showed the kind of grit and determination we’re known for.” “I am very proud of all the Texas Department of Agriculture has accomplished on behalf of the people of Texas during this time,” Miller added. “We’ve got a great team and, like everyone else, we’re looking forward to better times ahead. Happy New Year, Texas.” Here are a few agency highlights from a year that no one will ever forget. JANUARY * TDA is the victim of web defacement in a nationwide cyber attack. (Read) * Commissioner Miller speaks to American Farm Bureau Federation. Trump also addresses group. * USMCA signed. Great deal for ag producers in Texas and nationwide. * Commissioner Miller hosts public hearing at Te x a s F a r m B u r e a u a u d i t o r i u m i n Wa c o regarding industrial hemp program rules. Releases introductory hemp video for the public. (Hear) * Season 1 of Commissioner Miller’s new TV show, Texas Agriculture Matters, debuts nationally on RFD-TV, reaching millions of homes across the country. (Visit) MARCH * TDA releases first GO TEXAN Independence Day gift guide celebrating all things Texas (View) * Commissioner Miller launches Texas Industrial Hemp Program; begins accepting license applications; releases required orientation video. To date, the program has issued over 11 0 0 h e m p p r o d u c e r licenses, with 5,500 acres in fields permitted as well as 12 million square feet in
greenhouses. (Read) * COVID-19 pandemic begins, TDA moves to remote work and launches coronavirus response efforts. * Commissioner Miller requests Governor Abbott provide funding to help rural hospitals. (Read) * Commissioner Miller publishes letter declare ag workers and other ag industries as essential, granting them ability to keep businesses open. (Read) * TDA announces flexibility to allow closed schools to continue to provide school meals, approves opening of almost 10,000 feeding sites to respond to pandemic, requests over 3 dozen waivers from federal government to keep feeding programs going. * TDA makes policy adjustments to allow Mexican toilet paper and bulk eggs to be sold to Texas consumers to counter shortages. * TDA field staff are mobilized to deliver hand sanitizer and personal protection equipment to rural hospitals and clinics across the state. APRIL * Commissioner Miller announces first hemp producers license to a producer in Killeen, Texas. * TDA and Commissioner Miller announce emergency federal funding for rural hospitals is on the way. (Read) * TDA launches the Direct from Texas online effort to connect local ag producers to consumers interested in buying directly from Texas farms and ranches. (Visit) MAY * Commissioner takes his appeal for rural hospitals nationwide with appearance on CBS News’ 60 Minutes. (Visit) * TDA launches federal Farmers to Families Food Box program to get fresh produce directly to those who need it. (More) * Commissioner Miller sends letter to U.S. Attorney General Barr asking for investigation of price fixing in beef industry. (Read)
* TDA announces it has secured additional $634 million for 393 Texas rural hospitals and clinics. (Read) * In expectation of a large state budget shortfall, Commissioner Miller announces 10% agency budget cut - twice the amount requested by Governor Abbott and Legislative Budget Board. JUNE * TDA issues statement supporting cotton farmers in light of U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit’s ruling vacating three registrations of the herbicide dicamba. “For the farmers in Texas, I want to be clear: I’ve got your back,” Miller said. * TDA releases a statutorily required customer service report, showing Texans are pleased with the agency, with an overall 94% favorable rating. Ninety-six percent of respondents said agency staff were courteous and 99% believe the agency mission is important. (View) * TDA completes upgrade of livestock export facility at Houston-Bush Intercontinental Airport. JULY * Commissioner Miller sends letter to Governor Abbott requesting wineries be exempted from bar closures to allow them to remain open for wine tasting. (Read) * Commissioner Miller sends another letter to Governor Abbott also requested brewhouses and taprooms to be exempt from bar shutdowns. * TDA and Commissioner Miller help facilitate a donation of 140,000 eggs by Cal-Maine Foods to the Central Texas Food Bank. * TDA responds to a national crisis when unsolicited seed packets are sent to multiple states from China, some concealed to appear as gifts. The seeds threatened native agriculture during a difficult time. (Read)
Food Assistance program has provided over 600,000 meals under the Disaster Household Distribution effort. SEPTEMBER * Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced Grammy award winning country music artist Miranda Lambert and all pro Houston Texan linebacker Whitney Mercilus have teamed up with the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) to promote the agency’s farm fresh initiative on radio and social media. (Miranda's Ad) (Whitney's Ad) * TDA completes new livestock export facility in Del Rio. * TDA launches Virtual GO TEXAN Pavilion in response to closure of State Fair of Texas and the GO TEXAN Pavilion. The new website allows shoppers to buy the same Texas-made products they’ve come to expect at the Pavilion. (Visit) OCTOBER * Commissioner Miller releases editorial highlighting the damage to agriculture education caused by cancellation of rodeo events like Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. (Read) * TDA hosts large scale pesticide waste collection and disposal event in Lubbock. This free, public event allowed agriculture producers to safely dispose of unwanted pesticides and pesticide containers. (Read) (Photos)
DECEMBER * Sunset Commission issues report to Legislature with positive comments and high marks for TDA; recommends continuance of the agency in next legislative session. (Visit) * Commissioner Miller announces he has tested positive for COVID-19. * Commissioner Miller requests Governor Abbott dedicate unspent federal CARES funding to rural hospitals and state food banks to replace earlier AUGUST budget cuts. The funding * Season 2 of Texas was set to expire if unspent A g r i c u l t u r e M a t t e r s by end of the calendar year on December 31, 2020. premieres on RFD-TV. * TDA’s Emergency
AG Paxton Sues City of Austin, Mayor of Austin, Travis County, and County Judge for Imposing Unlawful Shutdown Orders A U S T I N – Te x a s Attorney General Ken Paxton today filed a petition for temporary injunction and temporary restraining order in Travis County District Court to halt enforcement of Austin Mayor Steve Adler’s and Travis County Judge Andy Brown’s orders, which impose a four-day shutdown of dine-in food and
beverage services from 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., December 31 through January 3. The city and county orders violate Gov. Greg Abbott’s Executive Order No. GA-32. Relief in this suit would provide swift and much-needed victory for the people and b u s i n e s s e s o f Tr a v i s County. “Mayor Adler and
Judge Brown do not have the authority to flout Gov. Abbott’s executive orders by shutting down businesses in Travis County and our state’s capital city,” said Attorney General Paxton. “The fact that these two local leaders released their orders at night and on the eve of a major holiday shows how much contempt they have for Texans and
local businesses. They think breaking the law is a game of running the clock before anyone can do anything about it. Texas is a law-and-order state, and these are lives and livelihoods that are at stake. I’ll continue to defend them against the arbitrariness of the mayor and county judge.”
HHSC Announce Extension Of Emergency SNAP Benefits For January 2021 SNAP Clients To Also Receive 15 Percent Increase in Benefits AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will provide approximately $204 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of January as the state continues its response to the COVID19 pandemic. Recipients will also see an additional 15 percent increase in their total benefits in January due to recently passed federal legislation. "Thank you to the U.S. Department of Agricul-
ture for extending these benefits and increasing the amount of benefits that Te x a s f a m i l i e s w i l l receive," said Governor Abbott. "These emergency SNAP benefits continue to help put food on the table for many Texas families throughout t h e C O V I D - 1 9 p a ndemic." "As we continue through the new year, t h e s e b e n e f i t s o ff e r nutritious food to those who need it most, especially in these trying times," said Texas HHS Access and Eligibility Services Deputy Executive Commissioner Wayne
Salter. HHSC received federal approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to extend the maximum, allowable amount of SNAP benefits to recipients based on family size. The emergency January allotments are in addition to the almost $2 billion in benefits previously provided to Texans between April and December. Beginning in January, recipients will receive a 15 percent increase in their total benefits, which will continue monthly until June 2021. The additional 15 percent increase and
the emergency allotment amount should appear in recipients’ accounts by Jan. 23. Administered by HHSC, SNAP is a federal program that provides food assistance to approximately 1.7 million eligible low-income families and individuals in Texas. Texans in need can apply for benefits, including SNAP and M e d i c a i d , a t YourTexasBenefits.com o r use the Your Texas Benefits mobile app to manage their benefits.
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Devotional The Promises Of God Comes To Waiting Hearts Spreading the Word
By Gail J. Box Gailbox@consolidated.net
There are so many promises in our Bible from God and Jesus, that I just had to pick and choose the ones which pertain to us at this time. And I’ve heard it said that “His promises can end with a yes and Amen!” Unfortunately, man and woman broke the first promise of God and ate of the tree o f l i f e i n E d e n ’s garden. Even unto this
day, we still have to contend with these three broken promises: the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the boastful pride of life. However, when Jesus came, He paid the price for all our sins through His death and resurrection. Now let’s look at some of the many promises from the New Testament where He spoke to the people. All His disciples were told this, before He was then taken up into heaven: “And behold, I am sending forth the promise of My Father
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ASSEMBLY OF Church, GOD Hwy 105 W., Cornerstone Montgomery, 936-597Christian Assembly 4230 of God of Conroe, Honea Baptist located at 100 Church, Mosswood Dr., FM 2854, MontConroe, Texas in front gomery, of River Plantation. 936-588-1260 936-273-1755 Jones Chapel New Life Assembly Baptist, of God, Rabon Chapel FM 2854, 936-756Road, Montgomery, 2505 936-588-3399 Mt. Calvary Baptist, BAPTIST Old Hwy 105, 936Church of the 588-2330 Good Soldier (Baptist Mt. Sinai Baptist, Bethel Road, Affiliation), 1501 Montgomery, 936-597North Frazier 4668 (McKenzie's BBQ), Union Grove Conroe, Texas, Phone: Baptist Church of 936-494-5775, Richards, Texas www.churchofthegood About 11 mi N of soldier.org. Worship: Montgomery on FM Sunday at 10:30am, 149 Sunday School: 9:30 Sunday School all am ages 9:45 am, Church Heritage Baptist Service 11:00 am, Church 19087 Lake Wednesday Bible Mt. Pleasant Rd, Study and Youth Montgomery 77356 Group 6 pm Phone: Pastor Bear 936 448-4027 CATHOLIC Gary Chapel Sacred Heart Baptist Church Catholic, PO Box 125, 109 N. Frazier, Montgomery, Texas Conroe, 77356, 5525 Spring 936-756-8186 Branch Road, Montgomery. 713-478-1256, St. Mary’s Sunday Bible Class Catholic, 10:00 am, Worship FM 1774, Service at 11:00 am. Plantersville, Faith Baptist 936-894-2223 Church 7:45 Service Meets at 464 St. Joseph’s CathoMcCaleb Rd. lic, Sunday Morning CR 213, Stoneham, Bible Study 9:30 a.m. 936-894-2223 Worship Service 10:45 a.m. JEWISH Sunday Evening Congregation Beth Worship 6:00 p.m. Shalom, 5125 St. Beulah Baptist Shadowbend Place, Church, located in The Woodlands, Dobbin, P.O. Box 112, 281-362-1100 Montgomery, 77356 Benui Baptist LUTHERAN Church, Grace Lutheran Scott Ridge and FM (ELCA), 1097, Montgomery Highway 105 W., Antioch Baptist, Lake Conroe, 936-588Dobbin, 936-5971944 5560 Living Savior China Grove Lutheran ChurchBaptist Church, LCMS 309 Pond St. Willis, 936-767-4744 Montgomery 77356 Dacus Baptist, Church phone: 936Dacus, 597-8013 Web : 407-735-6403, www.livingsaviortexas dacusbaptist@consolid .org Pastor David R. ated.net Bailes. www.dacusbaptist.org First Baptist METHODIST
upo you; but you are to stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.” Luke 24:49. There is one more promise which sums up , I think, all the promises God made to all of us. It’s found in Romans 6:33; “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” We, as humans, have a difficult time understanding “infinite, paradise, and heaven.” Our best vehicle, as far as understanding God,
Jesus, and where heaven truly is, comes from Genesis and Revelation. I love to read of God walking in the beautiful Garden of Eden with Adam, in the cool of the evening. But there’s more. In the last book of the Bible, Revelation, God gives us a picture of what will happen to our failing and weary world. The LORD explains, in detail, what happens before, during, and after His promise not to destroy the earth with water again, but in Zephaniah 3:8, He says it will be destroyed
with fire next time. We have all been touched, in one way or another, by Covid virus, worldwide. But our pledge states we are “one nation – under God..” That means we who believe in God and all His promises to the nation that follows His commandments, will inherit the beautiful new earth to come. There are some who may “shy away” from reading Revelation. However, I find great joy in reading that last book in the Bible as a wonderful promise for a joyful
future. It even says: “Behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to render to every man according to what he has done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end. Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the tree of life, and may enter by the gates into the city.” Revelation 22:12-14. And so, just as the disciples of Jesus did, we wait, pray, and have faith for a better future.
Montgomery United Methodist Church 22548 Highway 105 West Montgomery, TX 77356 Phone: 936-5976162 Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m., 9:45 am., 11:00 a.m. Praise & Worship Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Www.mumctex.org Richards United Methodist Church 6639 FM 1696 Richards Worship Service 11 AM Sunday School 10AM Porter Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, 1308 S. Hwy 1486, Dobbin, 936-597-5331 or 936-449-5983 Living Way Church, 2080 Longmire Rd, Conroe 936-441-8875 Hope Tabernacle Pastor David Whitaker Meets at 18961 Freeport Dr Montgomery 936.582.7722 Thursday 7:30pm Sunday School at 10:00am Sunday Worship at 6:00pm Community And Interdenominational Lone Star Cowboy Church 21627 Eva St. Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 597-5742 Pastors Randy & Darla Weaver Service Times: Sundays 8:30; 10:00 and 11:30am Mondays 7:00pm Livestream: Watch us live Sundays & Mondays @ live.lonestar.tv or go to the Lone Star Cowboy Church Facebook page and click on the Livestream link. Website: www.lonestar.tv Abundant Life Ministries Corner of FM 149 & FM 1097 W. Montgomery TX 77356 Prayer /Sunday School 9:30 am Sunday Service 11:30 am Wednesday Pray/Bible Study 6:30
pm RiverStone Community Church 19380 Hwy 105 Ste. 500 Montgomery, TX 77356 Sun: 9:00 Kingdom Life, 10:30 Worship Wed: 6:30 p.m. RiverStoneCC.org April Sound Church, 67 ½ April Wind S., April Sound, 936588-2832 Lighthouse Fellowship Church, Montgomery, 936582-7700 Living Branch Church, Highway 105 W., Lake Conroe, 936-5883400 New Beginning Bible Church, 19087 Mt. Pleasant Cemetary Rd, 936597-8921 Father’s House, Family Worship Center, Highway 105 W, Lake Conroe, 936-5884660 Walden Community Church, 12400 Walden Rd, Walden, 936-582-6696 Services 9:30 and 11 a.m. WaldenChurch.com River of Life Church, 17156 FM 1097, Montgomery, 936-4494414 Cornerstone Church, 1011 W. Lewis, Conroe, 936-756-7792 Lakeside Bible Church, 18940 Freeport Drive Montgomery, 936582-1977 Church of St. John, retreat and wildlife center, 2615 St. Beulah Chapel Rd., Montgomery, 936-597-5757 Fellowship of Montgomery 12681 FM 149 Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 597-3949 Senior Pastor Dale Talbert Service Times: Sundays at 9:30am & 11am / Wednesdays at 6:30pm for Children & Student Ministries Watch us live Sundays @fellowshipofmontgo
mery.online.church or follow us on Facebook @thefmchurch! www.thefmchurch.c om
936/890-8034 www.cfmlife.org Celebration Service 10am Sundays Youth Explosing 7pm Wednesdays Pastors Sean & Lori Jo Cook
EPISCOPAL St. James the Apostle Episcopal, PRESBYTERIN 1803 Highland First Presbyterian Hollow, Conroe, 936Church of Conroe 756-8831 2727 N. Loop 336 The Grace ChrisWest tian Outreach Center Conroe, Texas 93625293 Tisdale Road, 756-8884 Dobbin, Texas Sun. 9:00 & 11:00 936-689-3141 Mt. Pleasent Sun Sch 10:00 Nursery provided Baptist Church Church of Christ in FM 149 N., MontMontgomery gomery, 936-449-6807 The Church @ 301 Pond Street, Lake Conroe Montgomery, TX. Sunday Bible Class 1701 McCaleb Rd - 9:30 am Montgomery, TX 77316 Worship - 10:30 am and 6:00 pm 936-588-4975 Wednesday - 7:00 www.lakechurch.com Sunday worship @ pm Phone: 936-58210:00 a.m. Wed. 4855 activites 6:30-8pm North Shore Email: Church cofcmontgomery@con 10 am Worship solidated.net Web: Service 18501 Fm1097 West www.cofcmontgomery. org @ the Bentwater West Paul Praschnik, Gate Entrance Minister Pastor Cary Smith Covenant Felloship 302 N. Danville, Willis, Tx. 77378
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THE STATE OF TEXAS NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: "You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney 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 forty-two days after the date of issuance of this citation and petition, a default judgment may be taken against you." To: NEW CENTURY MORTGAGE CORPORATION You are hereby commanded to appear by filing a written answer to the Plaintiff's Original Petition at or before 10:00 A.M. of the Monday next after the expiration of forty-two days after the date of issuance of this citation the same being Monday, the 25th day of January, 2021 before the 284th Judicial District Court of Montgomery County, Texas at the Courthouse of said County in Conroe, Texas. Said Plaintiff's Original Petition was filed in said court on this the 8th day of May, 2020, in this case, numbered 20-05-05418-CV on the docket of said court. The names of the parties to the cause are as follows: Thomas A. Brown are Plaintiffs and NEW CENTURY MORTGAGE CORPORATION are Defendants A brief statement of the nature of this suit is as follows, to wit: Thomas A. Brown and Susan A. Brown (Plaintiffs) executed a Texas Home Equity Security Instrument dated May 6, 2003 file No. 20053051329. This loan was paid off in 2007. A release of lien was never documented or filed by New Century Mortgage Corporation. After the loan was paid off, New Century Mortgage Corporation filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. And all attempts to contact New Century Mortgage has failed and no contact can be found. Plaintiffs pray the court to order release of the property from the lien described herein. Therefore upon order of the court 12/05/2020 service will be completed upon compliance with this order regardless of whether Defendant acknowledges such receipt. as is more fully shown by Plaintiff's Original Petition on file in this suit. The officer executing this writ shall promptly serve the same according to requirements of law, and the mandates thereof, and make due as the law directs. Issued and given under my hand and the Seal of said Court, at office in Conroe Texas, this on this the 10th day of December, 2020. (SEAL District Court, Montgomery County, Texas) Melisa Miller, District Clerk Montgomery County, Texas By: Patricia Morrill 1 2 / 1 0 / 2 0 2 0 8:38:59 AM Patricia Morrill Published Dates: December 16, 23, 30 and January 6, 2020 Notice of Public Sale Notice is hereby given that Sentry Self Storage at 30690 Aldine Westfield Rd, Spring, Tx 77386 will sell the contents of the storage units listed below at a public auction to satisfy a landlord's lien (pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Statutes – Property Code). The sale will take place at the website StorageTreasures.com on 1/18/2021 at 12:30 pm. The sale will be conducted under the guidance of Christopher Rosa (#16850) on behalf of the facility's management. Units may be available for viewing prior to the sale at StorageTreasures.com. Contents will be sold for cash only to the highest bidder. A 10% buyer's premium will be charged as well as a $50 cleaning deposit per unit. All sales are final. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale or to refuse any bids. The property to be sold is described as “general household items” unless otherwise noted. Property includes the storage unit contents belonging to the following tenants: Bryan Keeling – fabric/coolers, Johnny Byrd – Household items. Published Dates: December 30, 2020 and January 6, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a wine and beer retailer's permit by The Dobbin Feed Store LLC located at 26333 Old Hwy 105 W, Montgomery, Texas. Officer of LLC is Trea Luedke. Published Dates: December 30, 2020 and January 6, 2021 Notice to Creditors Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration for the Estate of Bernd Juergen Henrici, Deceased, were issued to Roland Henrici on December 29, 2020, in Cause No. 20-40100-P, pending in County Court at Law Number 2, Montgomery County, Texas. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to Roland Henrici, Independent Administrator, c/o J. Randal Bays, THE BAYS FIRM, 1503 Hailey, Conroe, Texas 77301, within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. Dated January 4, 2021. J. Randal Bays Attorney for Roland Henrici 1503 Hailey Conroe, Texas 77301 SBN: 01943900 Office (936) 760-7670 Fax (936) 760-7671 Published Date: January 6, 2021 CITATION BY PUBLICATION Application for Partial Distribution of Estate CLERK OF THE COURT MARK TURNBULL P.O. BOX 959 CONROE, TX 77305
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CITATION BY PUBLICATION – CIVIL Cause Number: 20-05-05418-CV Attorney Requesting Service William R Hester 8111 Ashlane Way Suite 206 The Woodlands TX 77382
Clerk of the Court Melisa Miller P. O Box 2985 Conroe, Texas 77305
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On October 19, 2020, Entergy Texas, Inc. (“ETI”) filed an application to amend its Transmission Cost Recovery Factor (“TCRF”) with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (“Commission” or “PUC”). The application was assigned PUC Docket No. 51406. The proposed TCRF is requested in accordance with the Public Utility Regulatory Act § 36.209 and 16 TAC § 25.239. A TCRF allows a utility to recover its reasonable and necessary costs that have occurred since the end of the test year in the utility's last base rate case for transmission infrastructure improvement and changes in wholesale transmission charges to the electric utility under a tariff approved by a federal regulatory authority. In its requested amendment, ETI is seeking recovery of costs for transmission capital investments it incurred from July 1, 2019 through August 31, 2020. ETI also seeks to recover approved transmission charges that are not otherwise being recovered through rates. The proposed TCRF as amended would result in total TCRF retail revenues of approximately $51.0 million, which is $31.6 million in incremental annual TCRF revenue beyond ETI's currently effective TCRF. This $31.6 million amount would be a 3.3% increase in ETI's annualized non-fuel revenue requirement as compared to revenues approved in Docket No. 48371, ETI's most recent base rate case, and a 2.1% increase in ETI's overall annualized revenue requirement including fuel costs as compared to such revenues as approved in Docket No. 48371. The impact of the rate change on various customer classes will vary from the overall impact described in this notice. The effective date of the proposed rate change would be the date that a Commission order adopting the proposed TCRF is issued. ETI has requested that, if no hearing is requested, the Commission adopt an order approving the proposed TCRF at or before its currentlyscheduled open meeting on February 25, 2021. All customers in ETI's Texas retail rate classes are affected by this request. Persons with questions or who want more information on this filing may contact ETI at Entergy Texas, Inc., Attn: Customer Service—2020 TCRF Case, 350 Pine Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701, or call 1-866-981-2602 during normal business hours. A complete copy of this application is available for inspection at the address listed above. The Commission has assigned Docket No. 51406 to this proceeding. Persons who wish to intervene in or comment upon these proceedings should notify the Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) as soon as possible, as an intervention deadline will be imposed. A request to intervene or for further information should be mailed to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326. Further information may also be obtained by calling the Public Utility Commission at (512) 936-7120 or (888) 782-8477. Hearing- and speech- impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may contact the commission at (512) 936-7136. The deadline for intervention in the proceeding is 45 days after the date the application was filed with the commission. However, ETI has requested that the deadline be extended to January 19, 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the preferred method for you to file your request for intervention is electronically, and you will be required to serve the request on other parties by email. Therefore, please include your own email address on the intervention request. Instructions for electronic filing via the “PUC Filer” on the Commission's website can be found here: https://interchange.puc.texas.gov/filer. Instructions for using the PUC Filer are available at: http://www.puc.texas.gov/industry/filings/New_PUC_Web_Filer_Presentation.pdf. Once you obtain a tracking sheet associated with your filing from the PUC Filer, you may email the tracking sheet and the document you wish to file to: centralrecords@puc.texas.gov. For assistance with your electronic filing, please contact the Commission's Help Desk at (512) 9367100 or helpdesk@puc.texas.gov. You can review materials filed in this docket on the PUC Interchange at: http://interchange.puc.texas.gov/. Published Dates: December 23, 30, 2020, January 6, 13, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE An application has been made for a Wine and Beer Retailer's Off-Premise Permit for 7-Eleven Beverage Company Inc., Texas Corporation, d/b/a 7Eleven Convenience Store #41613H, located at 755 Fish Creek Thoroughfare, Montgomery, Montgomery County, TX 77316. Said application made to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code. 7-Eleven Beverage Company Inc. - Officers: Arthur Rubinett - President Rankin Gasaway – Director/VP/Secretary David Seltzer – VP/Treasurer Robert Schwerin – Director/VP Scott Hintz- Director Karen Cram- VP Alicia Howell- VP/ Controller Brian Smith- VP Kyle Johnson- VP Published Dates: January 6, 13, 2021 CITATION BY PUBLICATION Application for Partial Distribution of Estate CLERK OF THE COURT MARK TURNBULL P.O. BOX 959 CONROE, TX 77305
Dependent Administratrix Kenna Seiler 2700 Research Forest Drive Ste 100 The Woodlands TX 77381 THE STATE OF TEXAS
Dependent Administratrix Kenna Seiler 2700 Research Forest Drive Ste 100 The Woodlands TX 77381
TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: ALETHA CAHILL WOLF, Deceased; Stephen Cahill
THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: ALETHA CAHILL WOLF, Deceased; Alfred Clague GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application for Partial Distribution of Estate filed by Kenna Seiler, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on the October 19, 2020. The file number of said matter being: 12-29187-P The style being: ESTATE OF: ALETHA CAHILL WOLF The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled. GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court, in CONROE, Texas, this 29th day of December, 2020. (SEAL County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS 12/29/2020 9:25:59 AM /s/ Sandy Faught Sandy Faught, Deputy Published Date: January 6, 2020
GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application for Partial Distribution of Estate filed by Kenna Seiler, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on the October 19, 2020. The file number of said matter being: 12-29187-P The style being: ESTATE OF: ALETHA CAHILL WOLF The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled. GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court, in CONROE, Texas, this 29th day of December, 2020. (SEAL County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS 12/29/2020 9:25:30 AM /s/ Sandy Faught Sandy Faught, Deputy Published Date: January 6, 2020
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The following vehicles will be auctioned by the Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable Kenneth "Rowdy" Hayden at District 3 Impound located at 24704 Loop 494, Porter, TX 77365, NOTICE TO CREDITORS 832-777-8688 on Tuesday January 14, 2021 at 9:30 am. In Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Madeline Louise accordance with the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, Rider, Deceased, were issued on December 31, 2020, in Cause No. 20-40357-P, pending in the County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to Jennifer Knapp. All persons having claims against this Article #4477-9A. PUBLISHED DATE: JANUARY 6, 2020
Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Margaret Mauer Urquhart, The Urquhart Law Firm, PLLC, 101 West Phillips Street, Suite E, Conroe, TX 77301. DATED the 1st day of January 2021. /s/ Margaret Mauer Urquhart Margaret Mauer Urquhart State Bar No. 24074667 maggie@urqlaw.com The Urquhart Law Firm, PLLC Attorney for Jennifer Knapp 101 West Phillips Street, Suite E Conroe, TX 77301 Telephone: (832) 225-4440 Facsimile: (832) 201-8845 Published Date: January 6, 2021
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Community Texas A&M Rallies for Orange Bowl Win Over North Carolina ASSOCIATED PRESS Devon Achane had two late touchdown runs, including a 76-yarder with 3:44 left that put Texas A&M ahead to stay, and the fifth-ranked Aggies beat No. 14 North Carolina 41-27 in the Orange Bowl on Saturday night to cap a winless bowl season for the Atlantic Coast Conference. Kellen Mond passed for 232 yards and ran for a score for the Aggies (9-1), who were in the Orange Bowl for the first time
since 1944. Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher improved to 3-0 in Orange Bowls, winning two previous ones at Florida State. A c h a n e ’s g o - a h e a d score came on a play where he darted left, nearly tripped over one of his own blockers, broke a tackle and then got loose down the sideline. The Aggies got a fourth-down stop on the ensuing possession, and Achane sealed the win on a 1-yard run with 1:34 left.
Sam Howell passed for 234 yards and three touchdowns, two of them to Josh Downs, for the Tar Heels (8-4). North Carolina was without leading rushers Javonte Williams and Michael Carter, leading receiver Dyami Brown and top tackler Chazz Surratt—all of whom opted out of the bowl game. It was a tough end to the season for the ACC, which sent two teams to the fourteam College Football Playoff, yet still had a
winless postseason by a combined 223-152 count. N.C. State lost 23-21 to Kentucky, Miami lost 3734 to Oklahoma State, and t h e f o u r o t h e r games—including losses by Notre Dame and Clemson in the CFP s e m i f i n a l s o n F r iday—were all decided by two touchdowns or more. None of the other current Power 5 conferences has ever come close to going 0-6 in a bowl season. The last winless ACC bowl season was 1983, when the conference went 0-2. Howell tied North C a r o l i n a ’s c a r e e r T D passing record of 68 with his three scoring throws, all of which gave the Tar Heels leads. The first saw Dazz Newsome make a diving 28-yard grab with 4:56 left
in the half to put the Tar Heels ahead 13-10. The next was a 10-yarder to Downs with 8:01 left in the third for a 20-17 lead, a drive extended when Texas A&M had an interception in the end zone waved off by penalty. And the third was a 75-yarder to Downs early in the fourth, when Howell saw him break free, point to him and let the ball fly. Every time, though, Texas A&M answered.
A 3-yard run by Isaiah Spiller with 20 seconds left in the half sent the Aggies into the locker room up 1713, and a chip-shot field goal by Seth Small tied the game at 20 with 14:02 remaining. Mond had a 4yard scoring run with 10:11 left. The rest was up to Achane, and the Aggies ended their season on an eight-game win streak.
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Mark & Suzanne Ivey, Leah & Austin Thompson Zach & Kristina Ivey. At the Orange Bowl, Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, watching the Fighting Texas Aggies defeat the North Carolina Tar Heels 42 to 27
Rebel Joan of Arc “BELLES” Assist The Montgomery Historical Society Seven members of Rebel Joan Of Arc, The Woodlands Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, by invitation of the Montgomery Historical Society, donned their period dresses and served as docents for the recent “Candlelight Tour” of historic homes and buildings in downtown Montgomery, Texas. The
“Belles” greeted visitors to several of the historic buildings. One greeted visitors at the Rustic Cashmere, previously a post office/drugstore. Two others welcomed visitors to the Old Montgomery Baptist Church where a small group of women broke into singing hymns they learned in their childhood. At the Davis
M O N T G O M E RY C O U N T Y, T E X A S – Montgomery County Public Health District, in conjunction with the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, is announcing some important information regarding COVID-19 vaccine distribution. Currently, vaccines are being distributed through the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) directly to individual providers such as hospitals, pharmacies, physicians’ offices and clinics. At this time, MCPHD is not involved in mass distribution of the vaccine to the public. The Public Health Clinic has received only 100 doses of the Moderna vaccine, and it has been allocated to First Responders, Public Health staff, healthcare workers and employees. There is a plan for MCPHD to
vaccinate some of the general public when additional vaccines are available to us. When those doses are available, a link to make an appointment online will be posted here: https://mcphdt x . o rg / . A p p o i n t m e n t scheduling will not be available by phone. DSHS has provided a l i n k h e r e : https://txdshs.maps.arcgis. com/apps/webappviewer/i ndex.html?id=91ac7fb5e5 fd47e7ada4acfe4a05920a, that shows where the vaccine is available to priority groups. As of today, DSHS has determined phases 1A and 1B are eligible for the vaccine, but this may vary depending on the number of vaccines administered and at the discretion of each individual provider. The best course of action for the general public at this time is to keep up with the s t a t e ’s t i m e l i n e f o r
availability here: https://www.dshs.texas.go v/coronavirus/immunize/v accine.aspx. Once you have determined that you are eligible for a vaccine and found a provider on the link above, contact the preferred provider to confirm the vaccine’s availability and make an appointment if necessary. Texas receives shipments of the vaccine weekly, so we are expecting the supply to grow more and more in the c o m i n g m o n t h s . We appreciate your patience and understanding during these unprecedented times. The COVID-19 Call Center is available to take questions regarding COVID-19 general questions, testing and vaccines at 936-523-3916. It is open Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 4:30pm.
Cottage, four members of Rebel Joan Of Arc greeted approximately 40 visitors during the evening. Here, the docents shared facts about Davis’s life, his career, his public service to Montgomery, the unique characteristics of the Davis Cottage and the formation and history of Montgomery, Texas.
Left to Right: Elaine Collings, Rebel Joan Of Arc Founder and Charter President; Mary Beth Lozano, Recording Secretary; Rebel Joan Of Arc President, Anita Stevens; Georgia Hicks, member; and Hilarie Hicks, Recorder of Military Service Awards.Anita Stevens
L to R: Jenny Lehr, Rebel Joan Of Arc Vice President, and Paige Lehr, member, wearing period attire as docents in the Davis Cottage at the recent Candlelight Tour of historical homes and buildings in Montgomery, TX.
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Community Veteran Of The Week: Community Activities For Veterans Toni Sperduti McGrew Contributing Columnist TonitheTGR@aol.com HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope you are all as excited about the upcoming year as I am. It is always nice to begin another year and be able to start a fresh with new goals. This week I researched the community activities for veterans and, of course, I found the VFW and American Legion very helpful. During this time of COVID watchfulness, I wanted to highlight the activities such as BINGO that everyone in the community can go to at the VFW. You do not need to be a member or even a veteran to go there and enjoy this fun and easy game. Masks are to be worn to come into the event but once seated at social-distanced tables; you can remove your mask and eat snacks from their cafe. BINGO is played every Tuesday,
Thursday, and Friday starting at 7pm until 10 pm (doors open at 5pm). There is a late session on Fridays from 10:30pm till 2:00am for those party animals!!! Sunday BINGO is 2pm to 5pm (doors open at noon to visit with your friends). The new game in town during Sunday session is Queen of Hearts and the pot accumulates if there is no winner and soon the pot could be in the $1,000’s!!! Starting in February the limit of payouts will be raised to $5,000 on Sunday sessions. There is a canteen at the VFW with a full bar and snacks for those just wanting to watch a ball game without distraction but it is only open to members and now that includes First Responders (which does include our Healthcare Heroes – nurses, doctors, para-
medics, EMTs, etc.) and Fireman, Law Enforcement, etc. The Canteen is open every day (hours vary). Another fun game held during BINGO sessions is Pull Tabs (which are similar to lottery tickets) and I am trying to figure that one out but sounds fun and I like winning things!!! Charitable BINGO is one of the largest fundraisers for the VFW. VFW 4709 is one of last BINGO Halls in Montgomery County using only paper sheets for their BINGO, no computer set up here, so bring those daubers on over and play. Address is right next to Candy Cane Park at 1303 W Semands Rd in Conroe. They can be reached at www.vfw4709.org or info@vfw4709.org the phone number is 936703-3316 with BINGO line at 3317. I also visited with the American Legion Hall in Willis at 13054 East FM 1097 Rd and found an exciting group there. This Hall is open to everyone also and they have a snack bar too. BINGO here is Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday 7pm to 10pm
and Friday 11am to 2pm. But this organization also uses their open grounds as a community gathering place for cook-offs and such. This coming weekend, January 8th and 9th the Boy Scouts Troop 618 will have a chili and gumbo cook-off and then on January 22nd and 23rd the Sons of American Legion will have a chili and bean cook-off to benefit their organization. They can b e f o u n d a t Legion618Willis@Hugh es.net Places like this to
play BINGO and have cook-offs are not just fun things to do that are family friendly and safe to go to during this COVID-life, but these games are also fundraisers for the organizations benefiting Veterans. The funds raised help Veterans with rent, food, medical services and often purchase much needed service animals and also provide scholarships for retraining. So, let’s support our Veterans. Unless you have served or been a child of parents
who have served you really have no clue of the lifestyle that you will be living in the service and the sacrifices you give daily and for a lifetime. So next time you are bored and have nowhere to go that seems safe, check the schedule, grab a dauber and head over to BINGO. You may or may not win big bucks but you will at least get out of the house and surely have a little fun! Stay safe and enjoy each day!
The Woodlands Sailor Fires Machine Gun During Live-Fire Exercise Aboard U.S. Navy Warship INDIAN OCEAN S o n a r Te c h n i c i a n (Surface) 2nd Class Rebekah Heller, from T h e Wo o d l a n d s , Texas, fires an M2HB .50 caliber machine gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the guided-missile
destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104). Sterett is part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group and is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the
Mediterranean and Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three critical chokepoints to the free flow of global commerce. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Drace Wilson)
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