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February 5, 2020 Home of the ‘Lone Star Flag’ and Michael

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Texas Children of the Republic of Texas, Charles B. MCHD Maintains

Weekly Stewart chapter, Promote Texas History Gas Prices (February 3, 2020) Texas gas prices have fallen 4.3 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.14/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 13,114 stations. Gas prices in Texas are 13.3 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 18.1 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.

According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas is priced at $1.86/g today while the most expensive is $3.19/g, a difference of $1.33/g. The lowest price in the state today is $1.86/g while the highest is $3.19/g, a difference of $1.33/g. The cheapest price in the entire country today stands at $1.23/g while the most expensive is $104.90/g, a difference of $103.67/g.

The national average price of gasoline has fallen 4.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.45/g today. The national average is down 13.3 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 19.9 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.

Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa$2.32/g, down 5.0 cents per gallon from last week's $2.37/g.

San Antonio- $2.03/g, down 4.5 cents per gallon from last week's $2.07/g.

Austin- $2.12/g, down 3.6 cents per gallon from last week's $2.15/g.

“For the third straight week, motorists have been greeted by falling gasoline prices in virtually every corner in every city and state in the country," said Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. "Oil prices continue to sag on worries over the spread of the coronavirus, blowing the door wide open for a continued slump at the pump. Nearly 5,000 stations are currently selling gasoline under $2 per gallon, a critical psychological level, while some 17 states have at least one gas station under the mark. For most, there's no signs of the slump slowing, especially with fears of the spread of the Chineseoriginating virus continuing to grow. Motorists need not be in a rush to fill up again, and with prices plummeting, I would urge them to be mindful that some stations are passing the drops on much faster and to shop around."

Index Community................2, 3, 8 Commentary............................4 Devotional..........................5 Legals.............................6, 7 Business Directory.............8

EMS Gold Standard In CAAS Accreditation

C O N R O E – Montgomery County Hospital District has achieved reaccreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS) for the 2nd consecutive time since 2016. To renew its threeyear accreditation, MCHD was evaluated in more than 100 standards set by the national agency including, but not limited to, clinical standards, safety and risk management, community relations, finance, billing, (Photo): L to R: Paula Dossett (Historian of the Judge Nathaniel Hart Davis DRT Chapter and Co -Sponsor of the facilities, and public Charles B Stewart CRT chapter); Emily Mathieson (member of the Charles B. Stewart CRT Chapter); Deanna affairs.

“Being able to achieve Mathieson (Co-Sponsor of the Charles B. Stewart CRT Chapter, Matthew Mathieson (Charles B. Stewart CRT the gold standard for EMS Chapter) and Brandon Mathieson (Charles B. Stewart CRT chapter.) from a national Chapter members in the Be the Tie that Binds, a few of accrediting body is a great D u r i n g t h e r e c e n t which produced 37 charter meeting of the Daughters of members, including the District Six chapters will host the songs that he will be accomplishment,” said the Republic of Texas, Judge g r a n d d a u g h t e r s o f P a t the convention and on p l a y i n g d u r i n g t h e James Campbell, Chief of Brandon, a E M S f o r M C H D .

N a t h a n i e l H a r t D a v i s S p a c k e y , w h o a r e Saturday of the Convention, convention.

Chapter, held at the Carriage descendants of the Chapter the Charles B. Stewart “gifted” pianist, treated the “Starting off 2020 Inn in Conroe, the program namesake, Charles Bellinger chapter CRT members will ladies to a mini concert of knowing we are able to participate in the Texas Flag beautiful songs during the was presented by members of Stewart. consistently maintain this meeting. The officers of the the Charles B, Stewart Charles B, Stewart was a luncheon and program.

Chapter, Children of the distinguished man and Brandon Mathieson will Judge Nathaniel Hart Davis level of excellence for our Republic of Texas. Emily h i s t o r i c a l f i g u r e i n lead the music during the DRT Chapter are: Shelly patients, considering the Pat continuous growth in Mathieson read a Poem and Montgomery Texas who convention by playing the Lane (President); Brandon Mathieson played served Texas as the First p i a n o , w h i l e E m i l y Spackey (Vice President); Montgomery County, is a the piano.

The Judge Secretary of State, first to Mathieson, Matthew and Maureen Chegin (Chaplain); team effort we’re very Cheryl Bolt (Secretary); proud to continue.”

Nathaniel Hart Davis DRT sign the Texas Declaration of Brandon Mathieson, and Carol Hicks (Treasurer), chapter members are proud Independence, served in many other members of the CAAS accreditation is sponsors of the Charles B. three Texas Legislatures and Charles B. Stewart CRT Suzi Reese (Registrar), Paula a stringent process. Once Stewart CRT chapter, which designed the Lone Star Flag chapter will volunteer in Dossett (Historian) and Ann an agency has chosen to was organized on December and first seal of Texas. numerous ways. . During the Laird (Parliamentarian) and apply, it must complete a they are so proud of their 17, 2005. Lady Dalton, as r e c e n t D RT m e e t i n g , The program was President of the Judge presented in preparation for Brandon Mathieson, played Charles B Stewart CRT c o m p r e h e n s i v e Nathaniel Hart Davis DRT t h e D a u g h t e r s o f t h e the piano and led the c h a p t e r m e m b e r s a n d a p p l i c a t i o n p r o c e s s chapter, worked hard to Republic of Texas State members of the chapter in sponsors and how they outlining its policies, organize the Children of the Convention to be held May singing the National Anthem; “shine” in the community. procedures, protocols and Republic of Texas chapter, 14-16, 2020 in Houston. Texas, Our Texas; and Bless organizational structure.

Then, CAAS sends specialized personnel to conduct a two-day inspection of facilities, ambulances, procedures and protocols. Staff members on all levels of AUSTIN – The Texas bulletin.

Department of Public Safety Texas Crime Stoppers, the organization are (DPS) has added Willie which is funded by the interviewed.

James Brumfield, 20, to the Governor’s Criminal Justice D u r i n g M C H D ’s Texas 10 Most Wanted Division, offers cash rewards CAAS inspection in Fugitive list. A cash reward to any person who provides November of 2019, the of up to $5,000 is being information that leads to the reviewers noted zero offered for information arrest of one of the Texas 10 deficiencies. Out of more leading to his capture. Most Wanted fugitives or sex t han 15,000 EMS Brumfield is wanted for offenders. In 2019, Texas agencies in the U.S., less trafficking of a child, Crime Stoppers paid $40,500 compelling prostitution, in total rewards for anonythan 200 are CAASaggravated robbery with a mous tips that resulted in accredited. Only three deadly weapon and evading arrests. reside in the Houston arrest or detention.

To be eligible for cash area.

Brumfield has been rewards, tipsters MUST “We would not be able wanted since March 2018, provide information to to maintain our CAAS when he absconded from his authorities using one of the accreditation without the last known address in following methods: hard work and Houston. He is known to * Call the Crime commitment of our EMS frequent areas on the west Stoppers hotline at 1-800side of Houston, as well as 252-TIPS (8477). team,” said Randy areas in northeastern Fort * Submit a web tip Johnson, CEO of MCHD. Bend County. Brumfield also through the DPS website by “They work day in and has ties to the New Orleans selecting the fugitive you day out to uphold the area. Crime Stoppers of have information about, then highest level of care for Houston is offering a clicking on the link under the our patients – and there’s separate reward of up to photo. no higher priority than $5,000 for information * Submit a Facebook that.” leading to Brumfield’s tip by clicking the “SUBMIT DPS investigators work DPS website.

Montgomery County charging and/or arrest.

A TIP” link (under the with local law enforcement Do not attempt to Brumfield is 6 feet 2 “About” section). agencies to select fugitives apprehend these fugitives; H o s p i t a l D i s t r i c t ’s inches tall and weighs All tips are anonymous, for the Texas 10 Most Wanted they are considered armed mission is to care for the approximately 145 pounds. regardless of how they are Fugitive and Sex Offender and dangerous. indigent and provide For more information or submitted, and tipsters will lists. You can find the current EMS services while updates in the event of his be provided a tip number lists — with photos — on the protecting the interest of arrest, see his wanted instead of using a name. taxpayers and ensuring long-term stability t h r o u g h f u n d development. For more information about the Montgomery County Hospital District please go to www.mchd-tx.org.

Reward of up to $5,000 Offered for Houston Fugitive Wanted for Child Trafficking

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Entertainment Tonight Here It Comes! The Sneaky, Creepy Little Shop Of Horrors Is Coming To The Owen Theater In Conroe Artistic Director Joe Viser for the Players Theater Company at the Owen Theater in Conroe, announces that that sneaky and creepy “People Eater” is coming to Conroe at the Owen Theater.

Oh yes folks, “THE LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS,” with Adam Isbell “up-in-theDirector’s Chair,” will be opening on Friday evening, March 6th The show runs weekends from March 6th until March 22nd. with 2:00 p.m. Sunday Matinees on MARCH 15TH and 22ND.

For Tickets call the Owen Theater Box-office daily between 3:00 and 6:00 p.m. at: (936)-539-4090.

In this little Florist Shop, there is a meek nerdy Floral Assistant who finds his chance for success and romance with the help of a giant-man-eating plant who demands to be fed! Folks, believe me, this is a real science-fiction musical comedy!! This show has been around delighting audiences for a long time.

Since “The Little Shop of Horrors” opened at the

Orpheum Theater offBroadway in 1982, it has charmed audiences in theaters and movie houses around the world. Based on Roger Corman’s super-fast, super creepy, super cult hit film, Little Shop of Horrors is the story of Seymour Krelborn, a lovesick clerk in Mushnik’s Skid Row florist shop who finds fame, fortune and a whole lot more when he discovers a strange little plant with some odd eating habits.

H o w a r d A s h m a n ’s passion project began as a

seed of an idea when he was a Baltimore teen and first saw the cult Roger Corman film, “The Little Shop of Horrors”. Years later, as the artistic director of the-offBroadway Theater WPA, Howard acquired the rights to the movie. Enlisting the aid of composer Alan Menken, who had worked with him on God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, Ashman began writing the book and lyrics.

The show’s action opens on Skid Row as Seymour Krelborn finds that the

strange little plant, he picked up in the flower district needs a whole lot more than water to make it grow.

Seymour says to the plant, “I’ve given you grow-lights and mineral supplements.

What do you want from me?

Blood?” (Wikipedia).

Indeed, folks the plant, Audrey II, named for the woman Seymour secretly loves, begins growing. And its demands grow bigger and bolder, as does the love between Seymour and the actual Audrey. “Suddenly Seymour is standing beside

you [the orchid plant] he says “You don’t need no makeup.

Don’t have to pretend” But true love doesn't conquer all and Seymour resorts to murder, eventually losing everything to the dangerous bargain he made.

Folks, this is a lot of fun for the evening and a Sunday afternoon Matinee with many surprises.

For Tickets call the Owen Theater Box-office daily between 3:00 and 6:00 p.m. at: (936)-539-4090.

Suggestions For Mindful Eating: Knock You Naked Brownies Food for Thought Diana Anderson

DianaCAnderson@ gmail.com

Valentines Day and chocolate are two sides of the same coin; an edible way to show love and affection prompted by this holiday coming up. This recipe is so delicious it will bring a smile to the faces of all the people lucky enough to be on the receiving end of the sentiment that prompts the baking. Weather you make them to be eaten at the kitchen table brought to school or work or sent across

miles, these brownies are sure to please.

Valentines Day has a long history dating from Roman times when it originated as something quite different than we know it today. It endured to be transitioned into a courtly romantic love expressed in poetry in the middle ages and then paper valentines in the Victorian era. Heart shaped boxes of chocolates appeared and people began sending valentines and gifts to anyone they loved or admired.

To d a y i t ’s celebrated worldwide.

Lately there has been much talk about gratitude and the key role it plays in

our mental and emotional health. What better time to be mindful of the people in our lives we are grateful for and to express that with a tangible gift. Enter food! I hope this recipe will inspire you to make it and share it with someone in you life that you are grateful to.

It’s and easy recipe that is based on a German Chocolate cake box mix.

You tweak the ingredients and divide the product in half for a bottom layer and a top layer then sandwich in between a layer of melted caramels and chocolate chips, then sprinkle generously with powdered sugar. It does need to chill

several hours before eating.

Knock You Naked Brownies Ingredients: * 1 box (18.5 Ounce) German Chocolate Cake Mix (I Used Duncan Hines) * 1 cup Finely Chopped Pecans * 1/3 cup Evaporated Milk * 1/2 cup Evaporated Milk (additional) * 1/2 cup Butter, Melted * 60 whole Caramels, Unwrapped * 1/3 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips * 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Directions: Preheat oven to 350

degrees.

In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, chopped pecans, 1/3-cup evaporated milk, and melted butter. Stir together until totally combined. Mixture will be very thick.

Press half the mixture into a well-greased 9 x 9 inch square-baking pan. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven and set aside.

In a double boiler (or a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of boiling water) melt caramels with additional 1/2-cup evaporated milk. When melted and combined, pour over brownie base. Sprinkle chocolate chips as evenly as

you can over the caramel.

Turn out remaining brownie dough on work surface. Use your hands to press it into a large square a little smaller than the pan.

Use a spatula to remove it from the surface, then set it on top of the caramel and chocolate chips.

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from pan and allow to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for several hours.

When ready to serve, generously sift powdered sugar over the surface of the brownies. Cut into either nine or twelve helpings, and carefully remove from the pan.

The Famous Walden Follies Are Coming!!!

By “doc” Fennessy Tickets Are Now On Sale For “the Famous Wa l d e n F o l l i e s ’ Recognized Far And Wide As “the Very Best Dinnertheater-show In Town!” To Purchase Tickets To The Famous Walden Follies “ o n - l i n e ” G o To : Www.waldenfollies.com.

Oh Yes Folks You Heard It And You Read It; The Famous Walden Follies Are Going To Appear On Stage At The Fashionable Walden Yacht Club, “the Beautiful And Romanic: Gem On Lake Conroe!” This Is A Very Classy Affair And Opens On Thursday Evening, March 5th.

A Big “whoopee” For The Show As We Learn That The Hilarious

Comedian Stephen Wentrcek And The “ladies Of Style” Will Be Back Again For This Season’s Show.

Steven” Is The Walden Fitness Center’s Professional Instructor And “the Ladies Of Style” Are A Fun Group Of Neigh Hood Gals That Include: Mary Nell Bryant, Brenda Bryant, Debbie Wilson, Patsy Chevrette, Janice Coomes Pat Reagan, Melody Britain, Director Sara Gage, Gayle Gardner And Bert Abramson.

Another Big Happening Has Occurred In That The Time For Starting The Predinner Show Cocktail Hour Will Begin At 5:30 P.m. A ½ Hour Earlier As Requested

By The Audiences! Yes Folks! 5:30 P.m. Is The

New Time.

The Famous Walden Follies Dinner-theatershow Dates Are As Follows: Thursday, March 5th At 5:30 P.m. Cash-bar Social Hour; 6:30 P.m.

Seating For A Gourmet

Chicken Dinner And “curtain-up” At 7:45 P.m.

Friday, March 6th At 10:30 A.m. Cash Bar Social Hour; 11:30 A.m. Seating For A Gourmet Chicken Fried Chicken Luncheon And “curtain-up” At 12:45 P.m. Friday, March 6th At 5:30 P.m. Cash-bar Social Hour; 6:30 P.m. Seating For A Gourmet Top Sirloin Steak Dinner And “curtain-

up” At 7:45 P.m. Saturday: March 7th At 5:30 P.m.

Cash-bar Social Hour; 6:30 P. m . S e a t i n g F o r A Gourmet Top Sirloin Steak Dinner And “curtain-up” At 7:45 P.m. Omg! You Get All This Gourmet Dinners And Fantastic Show For A Reasonable Fee. Local Community Minded Professional Dr. John Montgomery With

The Montgomery Dental Center On 18924 Freeport Road Just West Of Walden Road, In Montgomery; Is This Seasons “exclusive Sponsor!” John Is A Vital Individual To Begin The Process Of Organizing The Follies At The Beginning Of Every New Season. {https://www.montgomery dentalcenter.com/} .

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The Famous Walden Follies Are Coming!

Incredible Facts You Never Knew About!!!

Walden Happenings

By Doc Fennessy The opinions expressed in this editorial do not necessarily reflect those of MCN.

In life there is several types of information that can control how you live.

There is information that “YOU MUST KNOW” in order to practice a profession or/to maintain a highly skilled job!

There is information you “SHOULD KNOW” in order to live a healthy and safe family life. There is information you “MUST BELIEVE” if you want to live in a society that is blessed with “the grace of GOD!” There is information that you “NEED AND UNDERSTAND” if you want to exist in heart and mind during the activities of daily living! AND in his column, there is information that’s “just NICE TO KNOW” as life goes on for a “Timeout” for amusement! A big “Thanks to Mariam A. from the

January 19th edition of the Sunday Family Humor Group.

These are 25 “INCREDIABLE FACTS” that follow that are “JUST NICE TO KNOW!” (1.)

The neodymium magnets are attracted to each other with enough force to break bones, they are the strongest permanent magnet available in 2015.

(2.) Hitler's nephew sons reportedly agreed not to have children in order to kill his bloodline. Ns. (3.) How are stuntman set on fire for movies?

(A)-Several Bayers of clothing made from fire resistant material like asbestos, (B) hood that connects to an oxygen tank.

(C) A coating of flammable gel that will contain the fire and D a coating of fireretardant gel to prevent skin burns? (4) In 2050 there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish. (5.)

The phrase “put a sock in it” began as a way of saying the gramophone was too loud because gramophones didn't have the volume control.

People would

stuff socks in the horn to decrease the volume … (.6). Every ant you've seen in your life was probably female. (7.) The assassin bug wears the corpses of its prey like a back pack. After stabbing its prey and sucking out the innards the insect attaches the corpses to its back to be used as camouflage and armor. (.8). Pierre Brassau with a critically acclaimed artist that turned out to be a chimpanzee the avant garde artist was a fouryear-old West African champ from a Swedish zoo named Peter.

(9.) Parts of Canada are “missing” gravity.

Gravity in large portions of Canada specifically the Hudson Bay area is lower than in other parts of the world.

(10.)

Mount Everest has a human feces problem and it's worsening, one climber described the mountain as having pyramids of human excrement. (11). Mike the headless chicken lived without a head for 18 months. Born in 1945 with a head, “Miracle Mike”

would still Peck and prune himself even after he lost his head.

(12) .2010 traffic jam in China lasted for more than 10 days. It stretched for more than 60 miles (100 km), and caused the formation of a Mini Economy with vendors selling food and drinks at inflated prices.

(13.)

Cows that are given names produce more milk according to 2009 study dairy farmers who addressed their cows by name saw a 68-gallon(258liter) increase in milk in over 10 months.

(14.) One golf ball size blue ringed octopus carries enough venom to kill 26 people. If bitten you'd quickly become paralyzed and need a ventilator to breathe until the toxin wore off.

(15.) Research has identified five “ blue zones” around the world where people tend to live unusually long lives Loma Linda, California Nicoya, Costa Rica, Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia Italy and Ikaria, Greece.

(16.)

People with hyperthymesia

can remember nearly every detail about their lives, they can even recall things like the color of socks they were wearing on any given day.

(17.) Sunlight triggers sneezes in about 20 to 30% of the population.

This is known as photic sneeze reflex or solar sneezing.

(18). The Titanic crew didn't use binoculars which may have helped them see the iceberg. When the ship's original 2nd officer David Blair was replaced he took his keys to the locker that held the binoculars. (19.)

No one knows where the river that pours into the Devil's Kettle goes.

Scientists have tracked the water with dye, ping pong balls and GPS, but still don't know where the water goes.

(20.) Some beer contains trace amounts of fish bladder known as isinglass, this substance helps to filter yeast and other particles out of the cask of beers. (21.) There is a Japanese train station that has a cat as a stationmaster appointed to the

position in 2007. Tama the cat helped bring in huge revenue to the previously struggling station. (22.)

Crows can recognize human faces. They also remember who's a friend and who’s a foe and can tell one another which humans to avoid. (23.) Optometrist recommend the twenty- twenty- twenty rule for every 20 minutes you stare at a screen fo 20 minutes. Then look away for 20 seconds and then look back to the screen again and repeat.

(24.) A swastika was originally an ancient symbol of luck and prosperity. Its used as a universally positive symbol dating back thousands of years. (25.)

Being in cold weather does not increase your chances of getting sick. In fact, studies show that your amused system is stimulated by exposure to the cold . Now wasn’t that fun we/all do it again sometime -I gotta a lot of that stuff

The Howard Hughes Corporation® Announces The New Pedestrian Bridge At Lake Front North In Hughes Landing® To Be Named In Memory Of Bryan K. Dubose Naming Rights to the Bridge was Auction Item from The Woodlands® Celebration of Excellence Gala Benefiting Interfaith of The Woodlands THE WOODLANDS, TX (January 30, 2020) The Howard Hughes Corporation® (NYSE: HHC) recently dedicated the new pedestrian bridge at Lake Front North in Hughes Landing® to the DuBose family who named it in memory of Bryan K. DuBose. The naming rights were granted from an auction item purchased by the DuBose family at The Woodlands® Celebration of Excellence Gala, which honored the 2019 Hometown Heroes, and benefitted Interfaith of The Woodlands.

Officers from The Howard Hughes Corporation, The Woodlands Township, Interfaith of T h e Wo o d l a n d s a n d community leaders g a t h e r e d o n F r i d a y, January 24, with members of the DuBose family during the dedication ceremony to commemorate the opening of the newly named, Bryan K. DuBose pedestrian bridge.

The pedestrian bridge at Lake Front North is situated across a tip of the northeastern portion of 200-acre Lake Woodlands and now connects all of Hughes Landing to The Woodlands Town Center® in The Woodlands.

“The new pedestrian bridge is a wonderful addition to Hughes

Landing as it provides direct connectivity from Lake Front North to Restaurant Row and the other amenities within our nearly 80-acre, awardwinning development as well as Town Center,” said Jim Carman, President, Houston Region, The Howard Hughes Corporation. “The walkway offers convenient passage for pedestrians who live, work and visit Hughes Landing.

We a r e h o n o r e d t o participate in this special dedication ceremony to officially dedicate the bridge in Bryan DuBose’s memory and help raise funds for Interfaith of The Woodlands.”

As the longest footbridge in The Woodlands Town Center, the steel passage way spans 135feet across with a 10-foot

pedestrian portion and features aesthetic decking and surrounding landscape improvements. The bridge project was jointly funded through the Comprehensive Community Services Agreement with The Woodlands Township.

“This new bridge is part of the overall pedestrian pathway system that is a key component of allowing runs and races to be part of the scenic views Lake Woodlands has to offer,” said Gordy Bunch, Chairman of The Woodlands Township. “This will be highly beneficial for our residents and various walking and running events going forward. The Woodlands is known for its world-class pathway system and this is another milestone addition.

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My Five Cents...

Texas State Senator

Robert Nichols I hope that you all had a wonderful start to this new year. This coming year will be spent reviewing interim charges in our Senate committees and beginning to prepare for the next legislative session which will begin in January 2021.

Here are five things happening around your state this month: 1. Immigration in Texas At the beginning of this month, Governor Greg Abbott announced Texas will no longer consent to resettling refugees. This is part of a federal program in which state and local authorities may opt into the program. Since 2010, more refugees have been sent to

Texas than any other state, and approximately one in 10 resettle in Texas. In addition to those refugees which were sent here through the program, we have been left to deal with immigration issues on our own, due to the lack of support and funding from the federal government.

In May 2019, the number of immigrants entering the state in a single month peaked at 144,000.

Many times communities are not notified before a large influx of refugees are sent to their town. This can put a huge burden on local taxpayers, overwhelm school districts and strain local and state support systems. Texas should be using its resources to help refugees, migrants, and all Texans in the state currently, before more are added. While Governor

Weather for the Lake Conroe area Wednesday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before noon, then a chance of rain, mainly between noon and 2pm. Cloudy, with a temperature falling to around 43 by 11am. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Wednesday Night A chance of rain before 3am, then a chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34.

Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Thursday Mostly sunny, with a high near 52. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 37.

Friday Sunny, with a high near 65.

Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 48.

Saturday A 20 percent chance of showers after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 67.

Saturday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48.

Sunday Partly sunny, with a high near 67.

Sunday Night A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55.

Monday A 50 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 70.

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Abbott has taken criticism for his announcement, I fully support his decision.

2. Bills That Went Into Effect on January 1st While many bills passed during the 86th Legislative Session went into effect the day they were signed by the Governor, many were delayed a few months to a few years to ensure state agencies and the public have time to prepare for the new laws or changes to current law.

There were 24 pieces of legislation that went into effect on January 1 this year. These included SB 2060 which requires appraisal district offices to send an explanation, with the appraisal notice, of any homestead exemptions a person may qualify for and use. These exemptions can be for first responders, veterans, those with disabilities and Texans over the age of 65.

SB 1264 has gone into full effect and ensures patients do not receive surprise large medical bills when there is no choice in their provider, such as if they unexpectedly end up in an emergency room.

Anyone who believes a healthcare provider committed a balance b i l l i n g , c h a rg e s t h a t exceeds what insurance will cover, related violation may file a complaint with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

3. Governor's Medal of Courage For the first time, Governor Abbott has awarded the Governor's Medal of Courage, which honors those 'who display great acts of heroism by risking their own safety to save another's life.' It is the highest honor given to civilians by the Governor.

It was awarded to Jack Wi l s o n w h o b r a v e l y

stopped a gunman at West Freeway Church of Christ near Fort Worth in December. Two men were killed before Mr. Wilson was able to stop the gunman and prevent further loss of life.

He is a former Hood County reserve deputy and firearms instructor. He also serves as the church's volunteer security team.

4. Honoring a Former President and First Lady The President recently signed the George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush Coin Act, which was sponsored by U.S. Senator John Cornyn and U.S. Congressman Roger Williams. This act authorizes the creation of a Presidential dollar coin and a First Spouse medal and bullion coin in honor of the former President and First Lady who both passed in 2018. As Senator Cornyn said, "The lives of President George H.W. Bush

and First Lady Barbara Bush were characterized by love of country and service for others. Each coin will preserve their legacy and inspire us all to serve others in their memories." I am looking forward to getting one of these coins!

5. United Methodist Women At the end of January, the Texas United Methodist Women held their annual conference in Austin. This conference brings together hundreds of women from around Texas to discuss their legislative priorities.

Those include education, maternal health, immigration and healthcare. My o ff i c e w a s p r o u d t o welcome attendees from Senate District 3 to our Capitol office. If you are in Austin for any reason please do not hesitate to come visit the office, which belongs to all in Senate District 3.

Governor Abbott Delivers Keynote Address At Temple Chamber of Commerce Salute To Business AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today delivered the keynote address at the Temple Chamber of Commerce Salute to Business in Temple. The Salute to Business aims to highlight the Temple community's numerous economic achievements, and gain insight from successful individuals throughout the state. In his remarks, the Governor praised the city o f Te m p l e f o r t h e i r commitment to expanding e c o n o m i c d i v e r s i t y, attracting more investment, and developing their workforce.

"The business leaders of Temple have put this region on the map by providing more opportunity and more jobs to those who call Central Texas home," said Governor Abbott. "Thanks to organizations like the Te m p l e C h a m b e r o f Commerce, the city has become a hub for manufacturing, healthcare, and biotech innovation. The

(PHOTO: Office Of The Governor, 1/28/20) Lone Star State is fortunate to have such successful communities like Temple, and I look forward to its continued emergence as a place of hope, prosperity,

and opportunity."

The Temple Chamber of Commerce is a memberdriven organization committed to enhancing success of their members

and quality of life in the greater Temple area. The Chamber provides a venue where business owners, leaders, and their staff can connect, learn, and grow.

AG Paxton Files Brief Supporting Fifth Circuit’s Obamacare Decision AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a brief with the United States Supreme Court today, arguing that the Fifth Circuit’s decision to d e c l a r e O b a m a c a r e ’s individual mandate unconstitutional and remand the case to the district court does not require review by the Supreme Court at this time.

The brief also argues the U.S. House of Representatives, which petitioned the Supreme Court to review

the decision, lacks standing to request such a review.

“The Fifth Circuit’s opinion declaring the individual mandate unconstitutional is a straightforward application of existing U.S. Supreme Court precedent.

The Fifth Circuit has ordered this case to return to district court to determ i n e w h i c h , i f a n y, provisions of Obamacare are still valid notwithstanding the unconstitutional mandate. That is where this

case belongs at this time,” said Attorney General Paxton. “I applaud the Fifth Circuit for upholding the core principle that the federal government cannot order private citizens to purchase subpar insurance that they don’t want. I look forward to demonstrating exactly how this law has failed in district court.”

When the U.S. Supreme Court upheld Obamacare in 2012, a majority of the justices agreed that Obamacare’s individual

mandate was constitutional only because its accompanying tax penalty could justify forcing individuals to purchase health insurance under Congress’ taxing power. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 removed the penalty, meaning Obamacare’s intrusive individual mandate cannot be preserved as a tax, and rendering it unlawful.

BRADY: Federal Railroad Administration Agrees to Hold Public Hearing in Rural Texas on Controversial High-Speed Rail Washington, DC - This week, in a meeting in Washington, D.C., Texas Congressman Kevin Brady secured a commitment from Federal Railroad Administrator (FRA) Ronald Batory to hold a public hearing to seek landowners and local officials comments in the rural counties impacted by the proposed Texas High Speed Rail. The agency,

which is drafting federal rules on safety and the environmental impact of the project, expects to announce in February the proposed rules and to begin to seek public comments.

B r a d y a n d Te x a s Congressman Ron Wright oppose the contentious high speed rail project, and are fighting Texas Central Railroad’s efforts to obtain eminent domain power

from Washington to seize Te x a s l a n d o w n e r s ’ property without their consent.

Brady said he was encouraged by the meeting: “All we want is for our rural voices to be heard.

Administrator Batory is committed to reaching out beyond just Dallas and Houston to hear directly from our landowners and

community leaders about the impact on our rural communities including safety worries, damage to our rural countryside, and documented questions about the financial shakiness of this controversial project."

The FRA is expected to announce the public hearing sites and dates as the draft rules are announced.

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Do Not Be Pulled In Many Directions - Stay Focused Spreading the Word

By Gail J. Box Gailbox@consolidated.net

At one point in my college years, I had the opportunity to take archery.

I thought it was going to be fun. And it was, for a while.

However, it took all my strength, ability, solid-still concentration, a well as eye-hand coordination (of both eyes and hands), to pull back and lean forward.

I was fortunate not to let the

bowstring tit my ear, elbow, and finger as I shot toward the target…and missed. I was so glad it was only a three-week class.

With the arrow, there were many facets I had to focus on and stay still before I could let that arrow fly. We can apply that learning to our Christian life, like this: First facet: Focus. This is the beginning of a life lived for Jesus. We first focus on His love for us as we find out about how He was sent by God to die for our sins, and to live as He did here on earth.

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ASSEMBLY OF GOD Cornerstone Christian Assembly of God of Conroe, located at 100 Mosswood Dr., Conroe, Texas in front of River Plantation. 936273-1755 New Life Assembly of God, Rabon Chapel Road, Montgomery, 936588-3399 BAPTIST Church of the Good Soldier (Baptist Affiliation), 1501 North Frazier (McKenzie's BBQ), Conroe, Texas, Phone: 936-4945775, www.churchofthego odsoldier.org.

Worship: Sunday at 10:30am, Sunday School: 9:30 am Heritage Baptist Church19087 Lake Mt. Pleasant Rd, Montgomery 77356 Phone: Pastor Bear 936 448-4027 Gary Chapel Baptist Church PO Box 125, Montgomery, Texas 77356, 5525 Spring Branch Road, Montgomery. 713478-1256, Sunday Bible Class 10:00 am, Worship Service at 11:00 am.

Faith Baptist Church Meets at 464 McCaleb Rd. Sunday Morning Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

St. Beulah Baptist Church, located in Dobbin, P.O. Box 112, Montgomery, 77356 Benui Baptist Church, Scott Ridge and FM 1097, Montgomery Antioch Baptist, Dobbin, 936-5975560 China Grove Baptist Church, Willis, 936-767-4744

Dacus Baptist, Dacus, 407-735-6403, dacusbaptist@cons olidated.net www.dacusbaptist.o rg First Baptist Church, Hwy 105 W., Montgomery, 936-5974230 Honea Baptist Church, FM 2854, Montgomery, 936-588-1260 Jones Chapel Baptist, FM 2854, 936-7562505 Mt. Calvary Baptist, Old Hwy 105, 936588-2330 Mt. Sinai Baptist, Bethel Road, Montgomery, 936-5974668 Union Grove Baptist About 11 mi N of Montgomery on FM 149 Service 10:50, Sunday 9:45 CATHOLIC Sacred Heart Catholic, 109 N. Frazier, Conroe, 936-756-8186 St. Mary’s Catholic, FM 1774, Plantersville, 936-894-2223 7:45 Service St. Joseph’s Catholic, CR 213, Stoneham, 936-894-2223 JEWISH Congregation Beth Shalom, 5125 Shadowbend Place, The Woodlands, 281-362-1100 LUTHERAN Grace Lutheran (ELCA), Highway 105 W., Lake Conroe, 936588-1944 Living Savior Lutheran ChurchLCMS 309 Pond St. Montgomery 77356 Church phone: 936597-8013 Web : www.livingsaviorte xas.org Pastor David R. Bailes.

Second facet: Study. We find out, as we are trained, that there are some real dangers if we don’t listen to the instructor who teaches by the Book (our Bible) about the many pit-falls of the world. (That means pointing the arrow in the wrong direction!)

Third facet: Eyes. We have to keep our eyes still and on the target. There are many diversions to take our eyes “off the prize.” T.V., phones, and games are just a few to turn us in other directions. Still eyes help us focus on the prize…and leave worldly things

behind. Pray to stay focused. Keep still. It’s in stillness where we can focus on the exact placement of our “arrow,” and our prayers. Remember to stay still. Remember to pray. It’s in stillness where we can actually hear His voice speak beautiful words of love and encouragement to us. This is the center of our day. It’s where we find our strength and direction for the coming day.

“Let your eyes look directly ahead and let your gaze be fixed straight in front of you.”

Proverbs 4: 25.

Fourth facet: Before letting the arrow arrive at it’s destination, think of the purpose of this action. Will it be food for your family?

Will they glean important scriptures we share with them, as we bring them “manna” from our time in prayer with the Lord?

Fifth and last facet: As we have shot the arrow into the very middle of the target, we have accomplished, in prayer, what our path is to be. We will gratefully follow Jesus through prayer and thanks all our days. In time, we

will have hit the bullseye consistently and have been able to now teach our loved ones and others how to also “hit the mark” of a forever life with Jesus.

“Watch the path of your feet and all your ways will be established. Do not turn to the right nor to the left; turn your foot from evil.” Proverbs 4: 26 – 27.

Stand strong in one direction. Stay straight.

Stay focused. You will hit the mark.

METHODIST 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, 936588-3400 New Beginning Bible Church, 19087 Mt. Pleasant Cemetary Rd, 936597-8921 Father’s House, Family Worship Center, Highway 105 W, Lake Conroe, 936588-4660 Walden Community Church, 12400 Walden Rd, Walden, 936-5826696 Services 9:30 and 11 a.m.

WaldenChurch.com River of Life Church, 17156 FM 1097, Montgomery, 936449-4414 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, 936-5975757 Fellowship of Montgomery Pastor: Dr. Dale Talbert Executive Pastor: Dr. Brian Roberson 12681 FM 149

Worship Service: 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Children & Student Ministries: 6:30 p.m.

936.597.3949 www.fellowshipofm ontgomery.net EPISCOPAL St. James the Apostle Episcopal, 1803 Highland Hollow, Conroe, 936-756-8831 The Grace Christian Outreach Center 25293 Tisdale Road, Dobbin, Texas 936-689-3141 Mt. Pleasent Baptist Church FM 149 N., Montgomery, 936-4496807 The Church @ Lake Conroe 1701 McCaleb Rd Montgomery, TX 77316 936-588-4975 www.lakechurch.co m Sunday worship @ 10:00 a.m. Wed. activites 6:30-8pm North Shore Church 10 am Worship Service 18501 Fm1097 West @ the Bentwater West Gate Entrance

Pastor Cary Smith Covenant Fellowship 302 N. Danville, Willis, Tx. 77378 936/890-8034 www.cfmlife.org Celebration Service 10am Sundays Youth Explosing 7pm Wednesdays Pastors Sean & Lori Jo Cook PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church of Conroe 2727 N. Loop 336 West Conroe, Texas 936756-8884 Sun. 9:00 & 11:00 Sun Sch 10:00 Nursery provided Church of Christ in Montgomery 301 Pond Street, Montgomery, TX. Sunday Bible Class - 9:30 am Worship - 10:30 am and 6:00 pm Wednesday - 7:00 pm Phone: 936-5824855 Email: cofcmontgomery@c onsolidated.net Web: www.cofcmontgom ery.org Paul Praschnik, Minister

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BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER OF SALE

and issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Montgomery County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on January 23, 2020, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in MARCH, 2020, the same being the 4th day of said month, at 501 N. Thompson, 4th Floor, Suite 402, Conroe, Texas, 77301, between the hours of 10 o'clock a.m. and 4 o'clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suit(s) in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Montgomery and the State of Texas, to-wit:

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Montgomery Com1ty Tax Assessor-Collector that there are no delinquent ad valorem taxes owed by them to the county, school district or municipality. The tax assessor will send the request to the municipalities and school district if the tax assessor does not collect for those entities.

At the time the sale begins, all bidders at the sale must be registered with the officer who conducts the sale.

Dated at Montgomery County, Texas, this the 16th day of January 2020.

Kenneth Hayden, Constable Precinct 4

/s/ Ricky Ford Montgomery County, TX

Rickey Ford Deputy

Published Dates: February 5, 12, 19, 2020 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Mary Susan Savage Bohac, Deceased, were issued on December 12, 2019, in Cause No. 1938589-P pending in the County Court at Law of Montgomery County, Texas, to: Christopher Bohac.

All persons having claims against this 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: Christopher Bohac

13630 Wintercrest Drive

Montgomery, Texas 77356

DATED the 9th day of January, 2020

/s/ Laura Beth Pleasant

LAURA BETH PLEASANT

Attorney for Christopher Bohac

State Bar No.: 24051905

Published Date: February 5, 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District Public Hearings on Permit Applications, Special Hearing, and Regular Board Meeting.

6:00 PM, Tuesday, February 11, 2020 655 Conroe Park North Drive Conroe, TX 77303

Published Date: February 5, 2020 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NO.19-38895-P In the County Court at Law #2, Montgomery County, Texas Notice to All Persons Having Claims Against the Estate of Justin C. Brown, Deceased.

(any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Montgomery County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.

PURCHASERS OF TAX SALE PROPERTY MUST PRESENT TO THE CONSTABLE CONDUCTION THE SALE A WRITTEN STATEMENT ISSUED TO THE PURCHASER BY THE COUNTY TAX ASSESSORCOLLECTOR STATING THAT THE PURCHASER OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES TO THE COUNTY AND THAT THERE ARE NO KNOWN OR REPORTED DELINQUENT TAXES OWED BY THE PURCHASER TO ANY SCHOOL DISTRICT OR CITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. STATE LAW FURTHER PROHIBITS THE CONSTABLE FROM DELIVERING A TAX DEED TO ANY PURCHASER WHO FAILS TO PRESENT TO THE OFFICER THE REQUIRED WRITTEN STATEMENT ISSUED BY THE COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE, PLEASE CONTACT THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY TAX ASSESSORCOLLECTOR'S OFFICE AT LEAST TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE SALE. Dated at Conroe, Texas, JANUARY 23, 2020

/s/ Kenneth “Rowdy” Hayden

Constable KENNETH “ROWDY” HAYDEN

Montgomery County, Texas

By /s/ Ricky Ford

Deputy

NOTES: The Minimum Bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value. However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT. For more information, contact your attorney or LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP., attorney for plaintiffs, at (936) 760-1410

Published Dates: February 5, 12, 19, 2020

NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF TEXAS

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DATED December 12, 2019, and issued pursuant to a judgment decree(s) of the Justice Court Precinct 4, Place 1 of Harris County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court; on January 10, 2020, to me directed and delivered, and as Constable of said County, I have on the 10th day of January 2020, seized, levied upon, and will on the first Tuesday in March, 2020, the same being the 3rd day of said month, at the Courthouse door of said County, in the City of Conroe, Texas, beginning at or about 10:00 a.m., on said day, within legal hours of 10:00a.m. and 4:00p.m. as prescribed by law, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title and interest of the defendants in such suit in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Montgomery, and the State of Texas, to-wit: Suit No. CV41C0231215; Patrick O'Conner and Associates LP vs Ferrufino Joaquin Lot Eighteen (18), Block Ten (10) Riverwalk Section Three (3), a subdivision of631.92 acres of land located in the Georgia Mason Survey, Abstract 341 and in the Thomas Vaughn Survey abstract NO.587, of Montgomery County, Texas, According to the map or plat thereof recorded in Cabinet M. sheets 164 thru 171 of the Map Records of Montgomery County, Texas, together with all appurtenances situated thereon: further known as 22918 Volga Dr., Porter, TX 77365 (Montgomery County CAD#: R275059) Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment rendered in the above styled and numbered cause, together with interest and costs applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.

This real property will be sold in its present condition "AS IS", and no warranties of any kind will be made or given. The sale will be subject to all valid and subsisting covenants, conditions, restrictions, reservation, exceptions, rights-of-way, easements, encumbrances and ad valorem taxes affecting and assessed against the real estate as of the date of sale. A full metes and bounds legal description of the real estate may be obtained from the Deed Records of Montgomery County, Texas.

Purchasers at this sale will receive an ordinary type of Constable's Deed which is without warrant, express or implied.

The purchaser will be required to produce an unexpired written statement from the

Notice is hereby given that the original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Justin C. Brown were issued on January 24, 2020 in Cause No. 19-38895-P pending in the County Court at Law No. 2 of Montgomery County, Texas, to: Brittany Lynn Taylor as Independent Administrator, who resides much of the time in the State of Texas, and whose mailing address is:

Estate of Justin C. Brown,

c/o J. David Meredith

10200 Grogan's Mill Rd., Suite 220

The Woodlands, TX 77380

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

Dated this 3rd day of February, 2020.

Meredith Law Firm, PC

10200 Grogan's Mill Rd., Suite 220 The Woodlands, TX 77380

832-246-8481

david@meredith-law.com

By: /s/

J. DAVID MEREDITH

Attorney for Brittany Lynn Taylor

Independent Administrator for the Estate of Justin C. Brown

State Bar No.: 24067765

Published Date: February 5, 2020 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Patricia Ann Ivey, Deceased, were issued on July 11, 2019, in Cause No. 19-38166-P, pending in the County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to: Dennis Wayne Ivey.

All persons having claims against this 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: Joshua Normand

Attorney at Law

5100 Westheimer Rd. STE 105

Houston, TX 77056

DATED the 30th day of January, 2020.

/s/Joshua Normand

Joshua Normand

Attorney for Dennis Wayne Ivey

State Bar No.: 24071456

5100 Westheimer Rd. STE 105

Houston, TX 77056

Telephone: (281) 940-5291

Facsimile: (888) 859-4649

E-mail: joshua@normandlawfirm.com

Published Date: February 5, 2020 NOTIFICATION TO OWNER Last known owner of: WHITE TRAILER 16FT. TOW DATE 05/17/2018....NO PLATE...NO VIN The item is being stored at Northpoint Towing @ 23860 Loop 494, Porter, TX 77365 (281) 577-0029 You have the right to claim the item no later than the 20th day after this posting on payment of: A. Towing, preservation and storage charge B. Garage keeper's fees under SECTION 683.0.2 FAILURE TO DO SO IS A WAIVER OF ALL RIGHTS, TITLE AND INTEREST IN THE ITEM AND CONSENT TO THE SALE OF THE ITEM AT A PUBLIC AUCTION.

Published date: February 5, 2020 TEXAS 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 2/18/2020 at 9:00 am. 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: Darayvious Allison – Household Goods, Jason Morgan – Household Items.

Published Dates: January 29 and February 5, 2020

Contact Montgomery County News to Publish Legal Notices 936-449-6397

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CITATION BY PUBLICATION Application to Determine Heirship and for Letters of Independent Administration

PUBLIC NOTICE S&B STORAGE & TOWING LLC - VSF# 0653273 41526 S. BRENDA LN MAGNOLIA, TX 77354 PH: (936)-402-2405 EMAIL: SBST247@GMAIL.COM

CLERK OF THE COURT MARK TURNBULL P.O. BOX 959 CONROE, TX 77305

ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE

KENNA M. SEILER

2700 RESEARCH FOREST DR SUITE 100

THE WOODLANDS TX 77381 THE STATE OF TEXAS

IN COMPLIANCE WITH 203.157 OF THE VEHICLE STORED ACT. THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE WILL BE SOLD TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH ON MONDAY 10TH 2020 9:00 AM. 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER VIN# 1GNDS13S252116608 2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON MC VIN# 1HD1LC315FC439458 2001 FORD F 150 VIN# 1FTZF17201KF21292 Published Date: February 5, 2020

IN THE GUARDIANSHIP OF

PATRICIA MCCULLOUGH,

AN INCAPACITATED PERSON

TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: John Richard Perera, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application to Determine Heirship and for Letters of Independent Administration filed by Nancy J. Perera, 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 February 03, 2020.

The file number of said matter being: 20-39108-P The style being: ESTATE OF: John Richard Perera 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.

CAUSE NO. 19-38154-P

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§ § MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that letters of guardianship for the estate of Patricia McCullough, an Incapacitated Person, were issued on January 13, 2020, in Docket No. 19-38154-P, pending in County Court No. 2 of Montgomery County, Texas, to Kenna M. Seiler, Guardian, as Guardian of the person and estate.

The residence of Guardian is in Montgomery County, Texas, and the mailing address is: Kenna M. Seiler, Guardian of the Person and Estate of Patricia McCullough, an Incapacitated Person, c/o Seiler Mitby, PLLC, 2700 Research Forest Drive, Suite 100, The Woodlands, Texas 77381.

All persons having claims against this estate, which is currently being administered, are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. All persons having claims should address them in care of the representative at the address stated above.

DATED the 30th day of January, 2020.

SEILER MITBY, PLLC /s/ Kenna M. Seiler Kenna M. Seiler State Bar No. 13944250 Jennifer L. Zenero State Bar No. 24098655 2700 Research Forest Drive, Suite 100 The Woodlands, Texas 77381 kseiler@seilermitby.com jzenero@seilermitby.com (281) 419-7770 (281) 419-7791-Telecopier

Published Date: February 5, 2020 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the estate of Jay Richard Hopewell, Deceased, were issued on January 30, 2020, in Cause No. 19-38898-P, pending in the County Court at Law No. 2 of Montgomery County, Texas, to Cora Dee Tate Hopewell.

Claims may be presented to the Independent Executor, addressed as follows: c/o James W. "Mitch" Mitchell, 25700 I-45 N, Ste. 130, Spring, TX 77386.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

DATED the 5th day of February, 2020.

Published Date: February 5, 2020

GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court, in CONROE, Texas, this 4th day of February, 2020.

(SEAL County Court at Law #2)

MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS

/s/ Sandy A. Faught

SANDY A. FAUGHT, Deputy

Published Date: February 5, 2020 CITATION BY PUBLICATION – CIVIL Cause Number: 19-06-07929-CV Clerk of the Court Melisa Miller

P. O Box 2985

Conroe, Texas 77305

Attorney Requesting Service

Kevin A Forsberg

15899 Hwy 105 West

Montgomery TX 77356 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:

Hunter Blackwell

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 2nd day of March, 2020 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 10th day of June, 2019, in this case, numbered 19-06-07929-CV on the docket of said court.

The names of the parties to the cause are as follows:

Jessica Mehaffey are Plaintiffs and

Hunter Blackwell are Defendants

A brief statement of the nature of this suit is as follows, to wit: FIRST NOTIFICATION TO OWNER

This litigation arises out of an automobile accident that occurred in Montgomery County, Texas on or about May 15, 2018. Defendant was stopped at the red signal light in the 900 block of south IH-45 south feeder road. Defendant was in the far left lane, which is a left lane, which is a left turn only lane. Plaintiff was at the same location in the middle lane which is a left turn lane or a straight lane. Ambulance Medic #90 was in the right lane, which is a straight only lane and witnessed the accident. When the signal light turned green, the Defendant and Plaintiff proceeded forward. Plaintiff made a left turn in the marked lane onto the 500 block of Gladstell Street and Defendant proceeded straight on the southbound feeder road in the left turn only lane, disregarding the traffic control device (marked lanes and posted signs) striking Plaintiff with great force. After being struck Plaintiff did not move her vehicle. Plaintiff was disabled clearly in her marked lane. After striking Plaintiff, Defendant backed up and was barely in its marked lane apparently contemplating leaving the scene, although Defendant stated that he backed up because he was scared and wanted clear the intersection. Defendant was still in the intersection upon police arrival. Defendant was cited at the scene for Disregarding a Traffic Control Device.

Due to Defendant's negligence, Plaintiff suffered injuries which required treatment. Even today, she is still suffering pain and discomfort form the injuries she sustained from this incident. For these reasons, Plaintiff seeks recovery.

ZONE 3 IMPOUND - VSF# 0645778VSF 19600 OLD SAND PIT RD NEW CANEY, TX 77357 PH: (281) 689-7705 EMAIL: SADDLECREEKTOWING@AOL.COM DESCRIPTION OF VEHICLE: TOW DATE: 1-28-2020 LOCATION TOWED FROM: 16145 FM 1485 VEHICLE: 2004 Hyundai Sonata COLOR: Grey LICENSE PLATE: RGZ71R (RI) LAST 4 VIN#: 3104 DESCRIPTION OF CHARGES: ABANDONED TOW: $250.00 DAILY STORAGE RATE: $20.00 PER DAY IMPOUND FEE: $20.00 NOTIFICATION FEE: $50.00 SALES TAX ON STORAGE & IMPOUND FEE: 8.25%

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.

Published date: February 5, 2020

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Joan Audrey Meyers, Deceased, were issued on October 24, 2019 in Cause Number 19-38593-P, pending in the County Court at Law Number Two (2), Montgomery County, Texas, to Paul Leonard Fetterolf.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to S. Cory Sells, Resident Agent for Estate of Joan Audrey Meyers, 14511 Falling Creek Drive, Suite 503, Houston, TX 77014 within the time and manner prescribed by law.

Date the 29th day of January, 2020.

Submitted by Sells Freeman PLLC /s/ S. Cory Sells, TX Bar No. 24075525 14511 Falling Creek Drive, Suite 503 Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: (281) 305-9466; Fax: (832) 699-8277 service@sellsfreeman.com.

Published Date: February 5, 2020

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Issued and given under my hand and the Seal of said Court, at office in Conroe Texas, this on this the 16th day of January, 2020.

(SEAL DISTRICT COURT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS)

Melisa Miller, District Clerk

Montgomery County, Texas

By: /s/ Deven Maropis 1/16/2020 1:54:35 PM

DEVEN MAROPIS

Published Date: January 29, 2020

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Veteran of the Week

Michael P. Devous, The Woodlands

By Lew McCreary By: Lew McCreary, Contributing Columnist Born the son of a machinist in Los Angeles Michael volunteered (USAF) in Tacoma, WA. He completed basic training at Lackland AFB where he trained in electronics and communications…then gained more training at Keesler AFB and finished his indoctrination at Bergstrom. During his four year hitch he was totally in involved in all sectors and methods of communication for the US armed forces before separation as a sergeant.

His active duty time was with TAC (Tactical Air Command) and SAC… (Strategic Air Command).

His main area of responsibility was with army radio relay electronics and repair…as well as operator, and it lasted four

Montgomery County News has published VETERANS OF THE WEEK since 2014 numbering more than 200. The purpose? An endeavor to educate readers regarding the depth of personal valor and selfless sacrifice of patriotic men and women of WW2, Korea, Vietnam and Middle East deployments during their service commitment and the protection of the homeland. In particular these articles target younger generations that have not been adequately schooled in US history. WW2 still is the biggest event in human history and veterans of that world war are now in their 90’s so please thank them at every opportunity.

years…followed by two more years in the reserves.

His primary “active” specialty was microwave radios that were often installed upon truck bodies and deployed out in the field. In other words, he provided service where needed…air to air and ground to ground communication utilizing phones primarily and including Krypto. Part of his qualification included routine training designated as TRC-66…better known as Tropospheric Scatter.

Normally signals in the micro range practice travel in straight lines and are limited to line of sight applications in which the receiver can be seen by the transmitter. Communication distances are limited by the visual horizon to a maximum of approximately thirty to forty miles.

Tropospheric communication allows reaching beyond the horizon. It was developed in the 1950’s and used for military communications beyond the horizon until communication satellites largely replaced it in the 1970’s.

Another one of his responsibilities was training Iranians but only while the Shah was still in power. The timeline back then was July of 1969 to July 1973. Amongst his collateral duties was teaching and maintaining communication equipment. Michael might have “cross transferred” to a new area and actually had orders for deployment to Italy, Viet Nam and Thailand. However, his commander overruled those orders… (Michael had become a key subordinate) as he was now

valuable in additional areas, including munitions, after studying/training at least six weeks at Lowry AFB. There he became very familiar with loading and arming bombs and missiles aboard B-52 bombers and F-4 fighter bombers in particular. He soon embraced not only the art of loading/arming he also participated in TDY’s…temporary active duty assignments.

Michael’s skills also included bouncing signals…taking part in that area of training plus other challenging activities including war time exercises. Early in his childhood he became a Christian and was baptized (sprinkled)…but it was fifteen years later when Michael received the Holy Spirit and finally got “dunked” …i.e. actual

immersion. However, like some others, he did temporarily experience a “falling away” however he soon recovered. Michael also passed through another stage lasting only a short season. At that time Christianity was pretty much “all about Michael” …however he steadily progressed until he became solidly all only about Jesus

when he put Him and only Him first…and then concentrating upon developing a closer love relationship with Him. Currently Michael and his wife Linda attend Gateway Baptist Church in Spring, TX where he is a deacon.

Rebel Joan Of Arc Chapter’s 1st Endowment Doll “Belle” to the Winning UDC Chapter, for the TX Division Children of the Confederacy. he Rebel Joan Of Arc Chapter 2721 of The Woodlands, attended the Texas Division United Daughters of the Confederacy: Forum in Bryan, Texas.

The 9 Chapter Members representing the RJOA Chapter, were proud to establish the 1st Annual Endowment Doll: “Belle”, in Live Auction, for the purpose of the proceeds going to the TX Division Children of the Confederacy. “Belle” was hand made with hand made molds, hand painted, and has hand tailored layered clothing, by

the late Award Winning Doll A r t i s t : Vi d a P a u l i n e DeBerry. The Highest Bidder was Lana Henley, for her Albert Sidney Johnston Chapter 105, of Austin.

“Belle” will be re-auctioned each year to the Highest Bidding UDC Chapter in Texas, for the purpose of UDC Education, and the support of the TX Division Children Of The Confederacy.

What an Outstanding Day this was for ALL! Photography by Megan Stultz. ?Rebel Joan Of Arc

Chapter Left to Right: Jenny Lehr, Karen DeBerry, Elaine Collings, Lyn Howard, Anita Stevens, (present but not pictured: Sue Mennell, Mary Beth Lozano, Megan Stultz and Barbara Jean Hawkins), “Belle” the Doll, Highest Bidder for Albert Sidney Johnston 105 of Austin: Lana Henley, A S Johnston Chapter members: Jan Bush, Deborah Anderson, Laura Ore, Sandra Giarrusso, Charlene Mullenweg, Janice Jenkins, and Carolyn William.