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Spring Break Pack Your Flip Flops and Head Texas Brings Weekly to Margaritaville Lake Resort, Performers, Special Guests Gas Prices L a k e C o n r o e | H o u s t o n And TexasFun for Your Spring Break Escape themed To Market

(March 8, 2021) - Texas gas prices have risen 7.7 cents per gallon in the past week, a v e r a g i n g $ 2 . 5 0 / g t o d a y, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Gas prices in Texas are 34.7 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 41.3 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas is priced at $1.95/g today while the most expensive is $3.19/g, a difference of $1.24/g. The lowest price in the state today is $1.95/g while the highest is $3.19/g, a difference of $1.24/g. The national average price of gasoline has risen 3.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.77/g today. The national average is up 29.8 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 41.1 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $2.73/g, up 9.7 cents per gallon from last week's $2.63/g. San Antonio- $2.41/g, up 6.8 cents per gallon from last week's $2.34/g. Austin- $2.44/g, up 8.0 cents per gallon from last week's $2.36/g. "OPEC surprised oil markets last week by extending oil production cuts for another month, ignoring the resurgence in global demand as economies recover from COVID-19. Markets responded by pushing oil prices up some 12%. As a result, motorists should prepare for further gas price increases in the weeks and potentially months ahead, with a $3 per gallon national average potentially less than a month away," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. "At the start of this year, it was somewhat outlandish to predict a $3 per gallon national average for the summer driving season, but thanks to the speed of recovery from the pandemic pushing demand higher and OPEC's reluctance to raise oil production, we're on the cusp of making that a reality. It's extremely frustrating as a consumer to feel helpless as prices soar and as millions remain unemployed, so the only advice I can offer consumers is prepare for further increases, and to mitigate rising prices, shop around for the low prices every time you need to refuel. I'm hopeful OPEC will see the error in their ways at next month's meeting, but with demand exceeding supply, the longer the imbalance continues, the longer it will take for any rise in oil production to offset it." GasBuddy is the authoritative voice for gas prices and the only source for stationlevel data spanning nearly two decades. Unlike AAA's once daily survey covering credit card transactions at 100,000 stations and the Lundberg Survey, updated once every two weeks based on 7,000 gas stations, GasBuddy's survey updates 288 times every day from the most diverse list of sources covering nearly 150,000 stations nationwide, the most comprehensive and up-to-date in the country. GasBuddy data is a c c e s s i b l e a t http://FuelInsights.GasBuddy.co m. SOURCE GasBuddy

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Montgomery, Texas (March 8, 2021) – As we approach the end of winter and emerge from an unseasonably cold season in the Lone Star State, students and families are undoubtedly looking forward to a little fun in the sun during Spring Break. An easy car ride from the Greater Houston area, Dallas, San Antonio, or Austin, Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | Houston offers the perfect

place to relax and unwind or discover a Texas-sized adventure. “We look forward to safely welcoming families and students from across Texas to Margaritaville Lake Resort over Spring Break,” said Lisa F a s b e n d e r, G e n e r a l Manager of Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | Houston. “With everything there is to do here, we are the perfect Spring Break destination.”

Guests looking for the perfect blend of lake latitude and island attitude will soak in fun at the three-acre Jolly Mon Water Park, including a lazy river, splash zone, waterslides, hot tub, and five pools. If you crave adventure, get out on Lake Conroe with a boat or choose from a wide selection of watercraft rentals, including electric paddle boats, stand-up paddleboards, a ski boat, or

kayaks. Those wanting to recharge, relax, and renew during Spring Break can take their body, mind, and spirit to the Somewhere Spa, an 18,000 square feet wellness retreat with a relaxation lounge, steam rooms, and whirlpool tubs. Maintaining your workout routine over Spring Break will be as easy as ever with access to the Fins Up

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Art + Science Celebrated During Spring Break Week at The Woodlands Children’s Museum THE WOODLANDS, TX – StayCation? Vacation? Enjoy Spring BreaKation at The Woodlands Children's Museum during March 13-19 with a week full of live performances and science-themed activities for children and families. With a specially curated schedule of dancers, magicians, puppeteers, singers, and character visits, families can spend time together engaging in new experiences. The week will also feature Science Palooza, with books and information on famous scientists and inventors. A new handson science experiment will b e o ff e r e d e a c h d a y, allowing children to explore topics in chemistry, astronomy, Earth science, and more. “Art and science both require a great deal of creativity, and they both allow us to better understand the world around us,” stated Angela Colton, Executive Director of The Woodlands Children’s Museum. “By offering art and science activities at the museum, young children are able to develop their natural curiosity and explore new ideas.” Below is the schedule of events for Spring BreaKation. Science

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Palooza activities will take place each day during museum hours. All activities are included with regular admission and free to museum members. Saturday, March 13– Celebrate Donald Duck’s Birthday with a sing-along and meet and greet at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30pm. Bring your camera and enjoy a special moment with our feathered friend. Monday, March 15 – Science Bingo at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30pm along with Storytime with Ms. Frizzle at 11:00am. Children can practice matching and

listening skills while discovering new science terms and concepts. Five in a row wins a prize! Join Ms, Frizzle, the favorite character from “The Magic School Bus” book and television series, as she reads What is Science? By Rebecca Kai Dotlich and encourages children to explore their natural curiosity, ask questions, and seek solutions. Tuesday, March 16 – On Stage with Monty the Magician at 10:45am, 11:45am, and 12:45pm. With Monty as your guide, travel into a dream and enter the world of MAGIC! For over 27 years, Monty has been

performing magic and sharing his passion for wonder and illusion with children. Wednesday, March 17 – S t . P a t r i c k ’s D a y celebration from 10:00am-4:00pm. Children can try their “luck” in a self-guided shamrock scavenger hunt! Thursday, March 18 – Le Theatre de Marionette Puppet Shows at 11:00am and 1:00pm. Back by popular demand, the museum welcomes masterful puppeteers from the Texas Commission on the Arts touring roster.

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THE WOODLANDS, TX – Market Street is celebrating Spring Break in a big way this year, with events and activations in Central Park planned March 12 – 19 that include concerts, special guests and more. Guests to Market Street can enjoy the following activities, and all are free and open to the public: * FRIDAY, MARCH 12 – A Candlelight Concert in the Park featuring the romantic sounds from Divisi Strings will take place from 5:30 – 7:30 pm * MONDAY, MARCH 15 – Rodeo Day invites all lil’ wranglers and cowpokes to enjoy a trick roping show in Central Park from Noon – 1:00 pm, along with live longhorns for a photo opportunity and lady wranglers from Noon – 2:00 pm * TUESDAY, MARCH 16 – Games in the Park f e a t u r i n g t h e “ Te x a s Bubblers” and their impressive wands that can create enormous bubbles along with ping pong tables in the park from Noon – 2 pm * W E D N E S D A Y, MARCH 17 – Celebrate St. P a t r i c k ’s D a y w i t h a Concert in the Park featuring Adrian Michael as he sings cover tunes from popular artists from 5:00 – 7:00 pm * T H U R S D AY, MARCH 18 – Do you (or your littles) love donuts? Market Street is hosting a Donut Junkie event with unlimited cinnamon & sugar and powdered sugar donut varieties in the park from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm * FRIDAY, MARCH 19 - Enjoy live acoustic music on the lawn beginning at 6:30 pm for a Live on the Lawn performance with a local artist from the Sarah Kelly Music School. Those planning to attend the events should practice social distancing, refrain from gathering in large groups and continue following all guidelines established by the CDC when in public spaces and around others outside of your household. Market Street, the area’s premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination, with more than 70 retailers and restaurants, is located in The Woodlands at 9595 Six Pines Drive. About Market Street Market Street – The Woodlands is a 560,000 square foot outdoor lifestyle mixed-use property located in The Wo o d l a n d s , Te x a s ,

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If you're anything like me, you may have recently experienced dough envy while scrolling through an endless stream of beautiful, homemade bread on social media. But sourdough bread–making can be pretty daunting, so start with focaccia, an easier, dip-your-toes-inthe-pool friendly bread. Unlike sourdough, which requires that you feed a hungry little starter g r e m l i n e v e r y d a y, focaccia is mostly hands off. It also doesn’t require any special equipment besides a digital scale. Made with a highhydration (80% in this case) dough, it comes together quickly in a bowl and doesn’t need to be kneaded. If you don’t have a food scale it is an inexpensive wonderful edition to your kitchen tools. It is especially good for baking. While a cup of flour may vary depending

Art from page 1 Performing their show “Silly Strings,” children can enjoy this interactive musical variety show featuring unique trick marionettes including clowns, teddy bears, jugglers, roller skaters, and even Elvis! Visiting from Dallas-Ft. Worth for one day only, families will not want to miss this delightful performance and a chance to join the puppeteers on stage to try your own marionette! Friday, March 19 – Live music with Texas Commission on the Arts performing artist Juicebox Jukebox at 11:00am and 1:00pm.

No Knead Skillet Focaccia Bread

bowl and whisk together until homogenous. Add water and stir with wooden spoon until no dry flour remains, about 2 minutes. Add 20 grams (0.7 ounces; 1 1/2 tablespoons) olive oil and stir to incorporate, using hands if necessary, to work oil into dough. Cover with plastic wrap, then let rest at room temperature for 1 hour. 2. Remove plastic wrap (but don't discard), and, using a lightly greased bowl scraper, fold dough over itself by lifting and folding edge of dough toward middle. Turn bowl 45 degrees and fold dough again; repeat turning and folding motion 4 more times (total of 6 folds). Cover tightly with reserved plastic wrap and let rest for 15 minutes. 3. Repeat this entire folding process once more. Cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 18 hours or up to 3 days. Directions 4. 1. B a k i n g t h e F o r t h e Focaccia: Remove dough Dough: Combine flour, from refrigerator and let sit salt, and yeast in large at room temperature for 10

minutes. Sprinkle the top of the dough lightly with flour, then transfer it to a lightly floured work surface. Shape it by holding it with wellfloured hands and tucking the dough underneath itself, rotating it until it forms a tight ball. 5. Pour 27 grams (1 ounce; 2 tablespoons) olive oil into 10- or 12inch cast iron skillet and spread over entire inner surface (including rim) with your hands. Transfer dough to pan, turn to coat in oil, position seam-sidedown, and spread gently with your hands to mostly fill the pan (don't worry if dough doesn't fully stretch to edges). Cover tightly with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature until dough is very soft and puffy and nearly doubled in volume, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. 6. One hour before baking, adjust oven rack to lower-middle position. Place baking stone or Baking Steel on it and preheat oven to 500°F (260°C). Using your fingertips, gently press and stretch dough to evenly fill

all corners of the pan. Lift up one edge of the dough to let air bubbles underneath escape and repeat, moving around the dough until there are no large air bubbles left underneath and the dough is evenly spread around the pan. Using fingertips, gently press on surface of dough to create small dimples. Drizzle remaining 20 grams (0.7 ounces; 1 1/2 tablespoons) olive oil over top of dough, then sprinkle with coarse sea salt. 7. Transfer skillet to oven, positioning it on top of baking stone, and bake, rotating pan halfway through baking, until top is golden brown and bottom is golden brown and crisp when you lift it with a thin spatula, 25 to 30 minutes. Let focaccia cool in skillet for 5 minutes, then use a thin spatula to transfer focaccia to wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet. Spoon or brush any olive oil left in the skillet over the focaccia and let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

T h e Wo o d l a n d s C h i l d r e n ’s M u s e u m , a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, was founded out of a desire to meet the community’s proven need for a positive environment where children and their families can learn, play and make special memories throughout the year. At

the museum, fun and learning go hand in hand, whether children are creating art, singing along to a musical performance or conducting a science experiment. The museum also has made it a priority to bring children multiethnic and multicultural experiences that celebrate cultural and global

differences and strengthen common bonds. Programs frequently are delivered in partnership with other nonprofit organizations, always with the goal of making a positive difference in the life of a child. woodlandschildren smuseum.org.

property management services. Market Street is owned by a joint venture between an affiliate of Tr a d e m a r k P r o p e r t y Company and Institutional Mall Investors. For additional information on Market Street, visit https://shopatmarketstreet. com. About Trademark Property Co. Trademark Property Company is a full-service real estate firm focused on investments, development and institutional services of experiential, mixed-use and daily needs properties. In its 27 years of business, Fort Worth, Texas-based Trademark has invested in,

developed or redeveloped 18 million square feet of retail and mixed-use assets worth $3.9 billion. Trademark's experienced team of more than 180 employees is currently responsible for a 17property portfolio totaling approximately 10.2 million square feet of retail and mixed-use projects across the country. A leader in navigating the changing retail landscape, Trademark's purpose is to be extraordinary stewards, enhance communities and enrich lives. For more information, visit www.trademarkproperty.c om or interact on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

g o h u n g r y a t Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | H o u s t o n . Wi t h f i v e Margaritaville-inspired restaurants on-site, everyone will find something to love. Enjoy lunch or dinner lakeside at LandShark Bar & Grill with traditional beach fare, including fish tacos, burgers, and more. Another option, License to Chill Bar & Café serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and is conveniently located on the second floor of the Margaritaville Lake Resort guest tower. Dine on a selection of wraps, salads, or indulge in Sunday brunch. For a quick bite to eat while you’re on the run, Joe M e r c h a n t ’s C o ff e e & Provisions offers a wide variety of “grab and go” options including coffee, pizzas, snacks, and more. The outdoor 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar and Lone Palm Pool Bar both serve up good times and a variety of tropical-infused cocktails. If you’re interested in exploring the local area while you’re in town, there

is lots to do in and around Lake Conroe, including: * Huntsville State Park * Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary * Waterpoint Marina * Bernhardt Winery * Craft breweries including Copperhead Brewery, B-52 Brewery, and Southern Star Brewery The resort is currently offering several Spring B r e a k p a c k a g e s . Yo u can learn more here or call 1-877-286-9590. For more information on Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | H o u s t o n , visit: https://www.margarit avilleresorts.com/margarit aville-lake-resort-lakeconroe. Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | Houston will continue to follow health and safety guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Staff are required to wear masks and social distance while guests are strongly encouraged to do the same. For more details on our health and safety commitment, visit here.

on how full or how well packed, the grams a recipe requires doesn’t. Most recipes use grams rather than ounces since it is more precise. You just pour the flour in the bowl until it reaches the number of grams required then press “tare” and it resets so you can then pour in the next ingredient until the amount stated is reached. The units can be reset to pounds, ml, or ounces. In order to give the focaccia a tender, open crumb with plenty of lift, you fold the dough multiple times before cold-proofing it in the refrigerator for up to three days. The folding process incorporates air into the dough for a more even crumb, while also strengthening its gluten network for better chew. The longer refrigerated proofing step produces complex flavor that a quicker, warmer proof won't. When ready to bake, the dough easily fills a cast iron pan (both a 10- or 12inch skillet will work for this recipe), with no real stretching required, thanks

to its high hydration. To let its flavor shine, dress the focaccia simply, with olive oil and coarse sea salt—although you can add other toppings if desired. After less than 30 minutes in a hot oven, you're rewarded with burnished, crisp, golden brown focaccia, ready to be devoured. Ingredients * 500 grams bread or all-purpose flour (17.5 ounces; about 3 1/4 cups), see note * 10 grams Diamond Crystal kosher salt (0.4 ounce; 2 1/2 teaspoons); for table salt, use about half as much by volume or the same weight * 4 grams instant dry yeast, such as SAF (0.1 ounce; 1/2 packet or 1 rounded teaspoon) * 400 grams room temperature water (14.1 ounces; 1 1/2 cups plus 3 tablespoons) * 68 grams extra-virgin olive oil (2.4 ounces; 5 tablespoons), divided

Visiting the museum for the first time, we are excited to welcome D a l l a s - b a s e d singer/songwriter the Juicebox Jukebox! Through fun, positive music and videos, core subjects and characterbuilding themes are portrayed with a fresh perspective. Juicebox Jukebox is presented with generous support from the Texas Commission on the Arts, to share the talents and creativity of Texas artists with communities across the state. Spring BreaKation hours are as follows: Sat. 3/13 10:00am-3:00pm; Mon. 3/15 & Tues. 3/16 10:00am-2:00pm; Wed. 3/17, Thurs. 3/18, Fri. 3/19, and Sat. 3/20

10:00am-4:00pm. The Woodlands Children’s Museum is located in the Panther Creek Village Center at 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77381. Additional information on show times, museum hours, and events can be f o u n d a t www.woodlandschildren smuseum.org or by following the museum on F a c e b o o k @TheWoodlandsChildre nsMuseum and on Instagram and Twitter @TheWoodlands CM . Daily admission to the museum is $7 per person age 1 and older, or free with an annual membership. About The Woodlands Children’s Museum

Spring from page 1 approximately 25 miles north of Houston across from the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. The grocery anchored property contains 375,000 square feet of street level retail, combined with 115,000 square feet of Class A office space and a 70 room 70,000 square foot Hyatt Centric hotel. In addition, the project includes a 5 screen Cinema and 21 restaurants and eateries. Tr a d e m a r k P r o p e r t y Company manages the project, including development, leasing and

Resortfrom page 1 Fitness Center, a 10,000 square foot facility with state-of-the-art fitness equipment, including free weights, cardio equipment, Pilates machines, indoor racquet ball courts, and more. Spring Breakers won’t

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On Saint Paddy’s Day The IRISH HUMOR Flows And Is Infectious!!! Walden Happenings By Doc Fennessy The opinions expressed in this editorial do not necessarily reflect those of MCN.

[ PART ONE -THE IRISH ARE COMING]. MARCH 17TH Traditional St. Patrick’s Day! I am late! This article of a Three – Part – Series should have appeared in last week’s edition. This article is PART ONE of a Three Part Series: The Irish are Coming, The Irish are Here and The Irish Among Us. Ah, and sure it 'tis Saint Paddy's day again! A great and wonderful day for the Irish and the Mystique of their Charming Enchantress - The Emerald Isle. "English is a world language and we are lucky to have it, particularly as we [The Irish] have embroidered it with the tweedy fol-de-lols and porter stains which are unmistakably Irish and proud of it” {Myles nag Copaleen}. “Irishness is not primarily a question of birth or blood or language; it is a condition of being involved in the Irish situation, and usually being mauled by it." – {Conor Cruise O'Brian}. Every town on Saint Patrick's Day is as full as ever of "Irish characters," all created by each other. "The Irish are not in a conspiracy to cheat the world by false representations of the merits of their countrymen. No, sir; the Irish are a fair and truthful race of people; they never speak well of each other." – {Dr. Samuel Johnson}. An old Irishman was asked, "At your ripe old age, which would you prefer to get - Parkinson's or Alzheimer's?" The Irishman replied, "Bejesus, definitely Parkinson's! Better to spill half an ounce of whiskey than to forget

where you keep the bottle!" NOW, where DID I put that bottle??? Historians believe that Saint Patrick was probably born around A.D. 415. His true name was Maewyn Succat and he was born in either in Scotland or West Britain {presentday Wales}. When St. Patrick was 16-years old, he was captures by Celtic raisers and brought back to Ireland as a slave. He lived as a shepherd until he escaped six years later. It is said that he walked over 200 after he dreamed about a ship that would take him away from slavery in Ireland. St. Patrick was one on Ireland’s’ most famous inhabitants, but much of the story of his life r e m a i n s a m y s t e r y. Adding to the mystery are the numerous myths and exaggerations of his deeds. Although he did reach down from the rock he was standing on in Cashel, picked up a shamrock, and used the three leaves to explain the “Holy Trinity” – “God the Father, Son and Holy Ghost”. Thus, successfully converting most the Irish nation to Christianity. It is also known that St. Patrick was a man who truly loved Ireland and its people. It is a myth that St. Patrick banished all the snakes from Ireland. Ireland never had any snakes. This was a Metaphor used to describe the elimination of the Pagan religious practices. In the 1600’s, the people of Ireland wore shamrocks on their clothing to show their objections to English rule. The first St. Patrick’s Day post cards were made of dried shamrocks. Most families in Ireland observe St. Patrick’s Day by attending Catholic Church in the morning, parades in the afternoon and celebrating with feasting, drinking, joking, laughing, singing, dancing and brawling. Originally, Irish Bacon was used for the “Traditional

Meal,” but the early immigrants to American found Corned Beef more affordable. The St. Paddy’s Day Celebration in Dublin is attended by over one-million people. The first St. Patrick’s Day celebration and parade was held in Boston, in 1737 and hosted by The Charitable Irish Society of Boston. The largest St. Patrick’s parades in the U.S.A. are in New York, Boston and Chicago. Today, nearly 65 million people in North America can trace their ancestry to Ireland!!! Growing up in an Irish Catholic Family with grandparents on both sides coming to America as immigrants, and traveling extensively {6-times}, {once for five weeks}, in the “Emerald Isle” provided me with a love and in-depth love and understanding of the “Irish Mystique”. March 17th tis The Day Of The Irish, and I want you to try to fully enjoy the celebration with some knowledge of the Irish beforehand so you can “Tip-One-For Paddy!” Ireland is a joke factory if ever a country was one. A witticism of Galway today is a wise crack of Las Vegas in two or three years. The Irish is a hardy, rough and tough race of patriotic brawlers that will stand up alone in a crowd and speak out for what they believe in. This element of rugged independence in an Irishman's personality makeup is deeply ingrained in them as children during their traditional Irish family upbringing. In the world at large everything may be serious, but not hopeless, while in Ireland today everything may seem hopeless, but not serious. Humor is food for the soul and we can't live without it. To laugh is to love; to laugh is to understand; and to laugh is to forgive. That's why the Irish are so

friendly and happy as a race - because they can laugh at themselves and have people laugh at/or with them. In today's ridiculous and supersensitive world, who, other than the Irish can you make fun of publicly without being sued for discrimination or claims as being a bigot? If the Irish meet someone that hasn't smiled or had a laugh that day they give them one! There is no single Irish voice, author, musician, singer, poet, artist, literature, poetry or music that speaks for the Irish, but rather a rich variety of voices-that sing, sigh, mourn and whisper, or shout, rouse, cajole and tease about the land, the people, their lifestyle, their traditions and history. The extraordinary tonal, textural images of text and art [in its various form] complement each other in a passionate expression of the Irish experience. "The Irish live on a moderately agreeable, largely unspoiled island which has an impressive quota of legends and a romantic history long antedating the birth of Christ. On the whole, they are a people of attractive gifts. A charismatic race of genial humor and frequently ready wit, they

are, in the main, kindly, gentle, hospitable, patriotic, honest with a tremendous sense of loyalty for the underdog and magnanimous, with well-developed spiritual qualities nicely balanced by their noble toughness, hardiness and tenacity." – {Max Caulfield}. None of these qualities in itself is either remarkable or uniquely Irish. Yet together they appear to be mixed in such pleasing proportion that the Irish stand out as a strongly favored people. Ireland is like no other country in the world. It's a gem apart, something historic and holy that a man can set aside for his imagination. Irish in fact, seem to oscillate wildly between various extremes, struggling through century after century with this imaginative domination seeking synthesis between dream and reality, aspiration and experience, a shrewd knowledge of the world and a strange reluctance to cope with it, and tending always to find the balance notion an intellectual synthesis, but in the rhythm of a perpetual emotional oscillation. There are moments when the Irish, wherever they are, I think, see themselves as the friends of the friends

of God." – {Sean O'Faolain}. It seems that for these reasons as Sean O'Fallon had observed, the Irish tend to baffle people, the contrasts remain half the magic of Ireland and its people. The United States is a great tapestry of peoples comprising nearly all the races, nations and belief systems of the world. We live together united as Americans while at the same time keeping our separate ethnic identities. There is no other place like it in the world. "We do not mix and completely merge our ethnic heritages. Instead, we partially merge them, and at the same time keep important parts of them whole. The result is something unique called an American!" – {David M. Brownstone}. "No country in the world, in the history of the world, has endured the hemorrhage which this island has endured over a period of a few years for so many of its sons and daughters. The sons and daughters are scattered throughout the world and give this small island a family of millions upon millions ... in a sense, of them who visit Ireland come home!" – {John F. Kennedy).

The Owen Theatre’s Players Management Company Presents “FOOTLOOSE,” Opening on Friday, March 12th By “Doc” Fennessy]: The Players Theatre Company in the Owen Theatre in Conroe, will present “FOOTLOOSE” opening on Friday evening March 12th . Book by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie; Music by Tom Snow and Jim Steinman a n d Ly r i c s b y D e a n Pitchford. “FOOTLOOSE” is a Broadway musical classic

with group dancing. The musical “FOOTLOOSE” opened at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre on October 22, 1998. The show will run every Friday and Saturday evening at 8:00 p.m. from March 12th until Saturday March 27th . There will also be 2:00 .p.m. performances on Saturdays March 20th and 27th ; plus 2:00 p.m. performances on

March 21st and 28th . For ticket reservations please call The Owen Theatre Box Office daily between 3:00 a n d 6 : 0 0 p . m . AT : (936)539-4090. “FOOTLOOSE” is the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago. He and his mother move to the small town of Bomont after his father abandons them. Upon arriving, Ren finds

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himself at odds with most of the town, including the Reverend Bomont. The Reverend has convinced the town to outlaw dancing, which Ren finds unbelievable. With the help

of the Ariel (the Reverend’s daughter) and Willard (a country hick who becomes his best friend), Ren convinces the Reverend to let the teenagers dance, and in the process helps the

town to heal from a tragedy that affected them all. For ticket reservations please call The Owen Theatre Box Office daily between 3:00 and 6:00 p.m. AT: (936)539-4090.

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Texas State Senator

My Five Cents...

Robert Nichols

A monthly column from Sen. Robert Nichols by Sen. Robert Nichols, Senate District 3

Texas Independence Day is celebrated on March 2nd and commemorates the creation of the Republic of Texas in 1836 after our declaration of independence from Mexico. Sixty men signed the Texas Declaration of Independence including the legendary Sam Houston, who would go on to be president of the Republic of Texas, a US Senator after Texas joined the United States, and later the governor of Texas. His birthday also happens to

fall on March 2nd. Here are five things happening around your state: 1. Governor Abbott announces end to statewide mask mandate, other pandemic restrictions The governor announced a new executive order that rescinds most of his earlier pandemic-related orders, including the statewide mask mandate and restrictions on business capacity. Businesses may make their own decisions

Weather for the Lake Conroe area Wednesday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Wednesday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Thursday A slight chance of light rain showers between 7am and 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Thursday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Friday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. Friday Night A 20 percent chance of showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Saturday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. Saturday Night A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Sunday A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 71. Montgomery County News Phone (936) 449-6397 Fax (936)597-6395 E-mail: news@montgomerycountynews.net web; http://www.montgomerycountynews.net Publisher: M. Ryan West Editor: Monte West Account Executive: Camilla Blum, M. Ryan West Photography: Monte West, Wade Stultz, Bobby Strader, Lance Bridges R e p o r t e r s / C o n t r i b u t i n g Wr i t e r s : D o c Fennessey, Carol Fennessey, Gail Box, Margie Barlow, Kim West, Sharon Faison, Dortha Ruthstrom, Megan West Stultz, Narcissa Martin Boulware, Gary Curran, Students and Staff of MISD, and friends of Montgomery County News. ©Copyrights, Montgomery County News, Montgomery, Texas 2017-2018 Montgomery County News is a weekly, locally owned and operated newspaper and is published by Montgomery County News at 14375 Liberty St. PO Box 1, Montgomery, TX 77356. Telephone number 936-449-6397, Fax 936-597-6395. MCN welcomes any comments or suggestions, submitted in writing to the paper. Any editorials or opinions used in this publication are those of the writers and in no way reflect the views and opinions of the Montgomery County News. MCN is currently circulating 6,220 copies throughout the Montgomery County area by retail, subscriptions and occasional random distribution. Subscription rates are $40 per year in county and $45 outside Montgomery County. Bulk Rate Permit is held by the Postmaster at Montgomery, TX 77356, Montgomery County News is an official publication of the County of Montgomery, Texas. MCN expects honest advertising standards from its patrons, and does not in any way take responsibility for false or misleading advertisements. MCN reserves to right to refuse advertisement. All contents of Montgomery County News are reserved, and we prohibit reproduction of the items without permission. D&B #12-976-8354. POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to Montgomery County News, PO Box 1 Montgomery, TX 77356

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about mask requirements, capacity limits, and other safety measures in their establishments. If COVID19 hospitalizations rise above 15% of the hospital bed capacity in any of the state's 22 hospital regions, a county judge within that region may implement additional health safety strategies. These new orders go into effect next week on March 10. This all comes as the state is administering almost 1 million vaccines a week. By the end of March, the goal is for every senior who wants a vaccine to be able to get one. Additionally, teachers have been included in the group now eligible for the vaccine. 2. Data Privacy bill filed This week I filed SB 15, a bill dedicated to ensuring your private, personal information stays private. Over the interim, I found out that governmental entities are selling, disclosing, and allowing the resale of personal information, in particular the information attached to motor vehicle records and drivers licenses. That information includes your name, address, and driver's

Missing: Bipartisanship THE WOODLANDS, TX - During my time in Congress, I’ve found success working with Presidents of both parties. With President Obama, for example, I helped negotiate an end to the 40-year ban on selling crude oil overseas – a historic change that has helped make America energy independent. No matter your party, you have an obligation to find common ground where you can to improve the lives of everyday Americans. Unfortunately, after pledging “unity” the Biden Administration is the most partisan administration in modern history. And led by unpopular Speaker Nancy Pelosi, partisan Democrats in Congress are following his lead, quickly jamming through radical, dangerous bills and the Covid “stimulus” while gleefully rejecting any discussion of Republican ideas. Last year, Republicans and Democrats worked

license number. The bill I filed fixes that by restricting the disclosure of personal information to essential government agencies, and forbidding re-disclosure or resale of personal information to entities such as marketing and technology companies. This bill has been named as one of the Lt. Governor's priorities this session, and I'm hopeful it will be signed into law. 3. Texas Parks and Wildlife saves sea turtles from frigid waters Thousands of sea turtles were rescued from freezing waters by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and other organizations during the winter storm event last month. The Texas Game Wardens pulled at least 141 sea turtles out of the water and onto the decks of the PV Murchison in the Brownsville Ship Channel. The sea turtles become "cold stunned" in the water, meaning they become lethargic and unable to move into deeper water. This can result in stranding or drowning. The TPWD and other organizations transported the turtles to a proper facility to be cared

for until the water temperature warms and they can be safely returned back to the ocean. A big thanks to our game wardens and other officials for watching over our nautical friends! 4. Texas wins Governors Cup for ninth year in a row Site Selection Magazine announced that Texas won the Governor's Cup for the ninth year in a row, a new record. The Governor's Cup is awarded to states with top performance for job creation and capital investment. It's based on any new or expanded corporate facilities in the state. Texas has seen growth and continued investment from large businesses and industries despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Several large companies are moving their headquarters to the state and investing in new campuses and offices for that move. I'm proud to live in a state that attracts job creators, innovators, and e n t r e p r e n e u r s ; Te x a s continues to foster a business environment that empowers people to succeed. 5. TCEQ says nearly 12

million Texans were on a boil water notice due to winter storms Nearly 12 million Texans were put under a boil water notice during the winter storm last month due to water levels dropping dangerously low. That means roughly 1 in 3 Texans had no access to clean water. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality said approximately 590 public water systems in 141 counties were reporting disruptions in service, leaving Texans with no potable water after enduring days of freezing and below freezing temperatures. The water quality issues were related to a lack of electricity at water treatment plants, frozen and broken water lines, and residents dripping faucets to prevent pipes from bursting. This is just another facet of the crisis the winter storms threw us into. The legislature is working diligently to solve these problems and ensure our electric grid is reliable and can endure extreme weather events.

together with President Trump to pass five bipartisan bills, and we were able to provide over $3.5 trillion in targeted relief to help our nation recover. I hoped that that spirit of compromise and teamwork would continue in our most recent stimulus talks, but the Democrats decided to go it alone. Instead of focusing on our main priorities – crushing the virus and rebuilding our economy – they are wasting billions of dollars on unrelated, unnecessary projects. The fact is, only 9% of the $1.9 trillion in their package goes directly to defeating the virus. And despite labeling it as a “stimulus”, President Biden has refused to say just how many jobs it creates. Spoiler alert – not enough. It’s truly saddening that Democrats refused to work across the aisle with us on this package, because the American people need and deserve better. But the partisanship didn’t stop there. Every bill

that Democrats have brought to the floor for a vote so far has been irresponsible, and H.R. 1, the “For the Politicians Act,” gives D.C. politicians more control while taking power away from state and local governments. It also threatens our freedom of speech, removes important voter ID laws, legalizes ballot harvesting, increases vulnerability for foreign election interference, and weaponizes the FEC. They even want to allow 16-yearolds and felons behind bars to vote. They’ve also taken steps to impose far-left views about gender on every American with the so called “Equality Act”, legislation that makes extreme revisions to civil rights laws, undercuts protections for women, and guts safeguards for churches and religious organizations. Next, they pushed ineffective police reform that focuses on radical

policies, like defunding the police, while impeding the ability of good police officers to do their jobs e f f e c t i v e l y. B u t t h e American people know that we don’t need these far-left policies, we need meaningful changes that focus on increased training, a c c o u n t a b i l i t y, a n d transparency. A n d n o w, t h e y ’ r e purposely ignoring a drastic crisis at the border – that was caused by President Biden – for fear of upsetting their base. Here in Texas, we know what happens when border security is not a priority, and it’s us who will pay the price if Biden and his party continue down this dangerous path. 2020 was a tough year for us all, and Americans deserve thoughtful, bipartisan responses to address our many challenges, rebuild our economy, reopen our businesses and defeat Covid. We can’t do that unless we work together.

Governor Abbott Supports Bill Protecting Texans From Wrongful Social Media Censorship Governor Abbott Supports Bill Protecting Texans From Wrongful Social Media Censorship AUSTIN- Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference in Tyler with Senator Bryan Hughes in support of Senate Bill 12 (SB 12). Authored by Senator Hughes, SB 12 prohibits social media companies from censoring Texans

based on the viewpoints they express. It would also allow Texans who are wrongfully de-platformed or restricted to file suit to allow them back on the site. “Social media sites have become our modern day public squares where information should be able to flow freely, but social media companies are now acting as judge and jury on

determining what viewpoints are valid,” said Governor Abbott. “America was built on freedom of speech and healthy public debate, and efforts to silence conservative viewpoints on social media are wrong and weaken public discourse. I thank Senator Hughes for offering SB 12 to help protect Texans from being wrongfully censored on control while taking power away from state a n d l o c a l g o v e r nments. It also threatens our freedom of speech, removes important voter ID laws, legalizes ballot harvesting, increases vulnerability for foreign election interference, and weaponizes the FEC. They even want to allow

Politicians > People Our country is still fighting against the coronavirus. But instead of focusing on defeating the virus and getting Americans back to work, Democrats spent this week pushing a bill that

would take public dollars and use them to fund political campaigns. How’s that for priorities? H.R. 1, The “For the Politicians” act, gives D.C. politicians more

social media for voicing their political or religious viewpoints. With SB 12, Senator Hughes is taking a stand against Big Tech’s political censorship and protecting Texans’ right to freedom of expression. I look forward to working with Senator Hughes to sign this bill into law and protect free speech in Texas."

16-year-olds and felons behind bars to vote. This bill is so radical that even the liberal ACLU opposes it – that’s when you know democrats have gone too far. It’s clear that by passing this bill, Democrats are putting politicians before the people. - Congressman Brady

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Devotional Funny Or Crushing - Dreams Will Come To You - #2 Spreading the Word

By Gail J. Box Gailbox@consolidated.net

There is no doubt, as we read The Bible, that our Father, God, speaks to us through dreams and/or visions. I have found that the dreams I remember the most are the ones He sends. It’s always uplifting or instructional or for something we may experience in the future. I’m reminded of one of the amazing events that happened to a man during the Twin Towers tragedy. There was a man

who lived very close to the Towers in New York. He was getting ready to go to work there in the towers on the morning of September 9th. As he stepped out of his apartment, he suddenly had a “check” in his spirit to go back inside and change his shoes. Those few minutes kept him from being caught in that horrible tragedy and from possibly losing his life. I believe that “check” came from God to save him. We could call it a dream/vision or a “knowing in his spirit,” but his life was definitely spared by the LORD! I t ’s n o t c l e a r exactly when these next scriptures will come about,

Drought by: Pastor Randy Weaver It seems that when we have been without rain for a long time we seem to appreciate it more. A drought is: 1: a period of dryness especially when prolonged; specifically : on e that causes extensive damage to crops or prevents their successful growth 2: a prolonged or chronic shortage or lack of something expected or desired. What is it that you have a shortage of? Did life not turn out as you planned? Is there something lacking that you expected or desired? Maybe there is a dryness that has been prolonged? People say if I just had more money all my

problems would be solved. If that were true all rich people would be happy. We know that’s not the case, many of them are experiencing a drought of happiness. Here’s what Jesus said: “He who is faithful in a very little [thing] is faithful also in much, and he who is dishonest and unjust in a very little [thing] is dishonest and unjust also in much. Therefore if you have not been faithful in the [case of] unrighteous mammon (deceitful riches, money, possessions), who will entrust to you the true riches?” (Luke 16:10-11; Amplified Bible).

Area Churches This Devotional and Directory page is made possible by these businesses Honea Baptist Church, FM 2854, Montgomery, 936-588-1260 Jones Chapel Baptist, FM 2854, 936-756-2505 Mt. Calvary Baptist, Old Hwy 105, 936-5882330 Mt. Sinai Baptist, Bethel Road, Montgomery, 936-597-4668 BAPTIST Union Grove Baptist Church of the Good Church of Richards, Texas Soldier (Baptist Affiliation), About 11 mi N of 1501 North Frazier Montgomery on FM 149 (McKenzie's BBQ), Conroe, Sunday School all ages Texas, Phone: 936-494-5775, 9:45 am, Church Service www.churchofthegoodsoldier 11:00 am, Wednesday Bible .org. Worship: Sunday at Study and Youth Group 6 pm 10:30am, Sunday School: 9:30 am CATHOLIC Heritage Baptist Church Sacred Heart Catholic, 19087 Lake Mt. Pleasant Rd, 109 N. Frazier, Conroe, Montgomery 77356 936-756-8186 Phone: Pastor Bear 936 St. Mary’s 448-4027 Catholic, Gary Chapel Baptist FM 1774, Plantersville, Church 936-894-2223 PO Box 125, Montgom7:45 Service ery, Texas 77356, 5525 St. Joseph’s Catholic, Spring Branch Road, CR 213, Stoneham, Montgomery. 713-478-1256, 936-894-2223 Sunday Bible Class 10:00 am, Worship Service at 11:00 JEWISH am. Congregation Beth Faith Baptist Church Shalom, 5125 Shadowbend Meets at 464 McCaleb Place, The Woodlands, Rd. 281-362-1100 Sunday Morning Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship LUTHERAN Service 10:45 a.m. Grace Lutheran Sunday Evening Worship (ELCA), 6:00 p.m. Highway 105 W., Lake St. Beulah Baptist Conroe, 936-588-1944 Church, located in Dobbin, Living Savior Lutheran P.O. Box 112, Montgomery, Church-LCMS 309 Pond St. 77356 Montgomery 77356 Church Benui Baptist Church, phone: 936-597-8013 Web : Scott Ridge and FM 1097, www.livingsaviortexas.org Montgomery Pastor David R. Bailes. Antioch Baptist, Dobbin, 936-597-5560 METHODIST China Grove Baptist Montgomery United Church, Willis, 936-767Methodist Church 4744 22548 Highway 105 West Dacus Baptist, Dacus, Montgomery, TX 77356 407-735-6403, Phone: 936-597-6162 dacusbaptist@consolidated.n Sunday Worship: 8:30 et www.dacusbaptist.org a.m., 9:45 am., 11:00 a.m. First Baptist Church, Praise & Worship Hwy 105 W., MontgomSunday School: 9:45 a.m. ery, 936-597-4230 Www.mumctex.org ASSEMBLY OF GOD Cornerstone Christian Assembly of God of Conroe, located at 100 Mosswood Dr., Conroe, Texas in front of River Plantation. 936-273-1755 New Life Assembly of God, Rabon Chapel Road, Montgomery, 936-588-3399

but Joel says this and it is repeated by Peter in the New Testament: “It will come about after this that I will pour out My Spirit on all mankind; and your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, and your young men will see visions. Even on the male and female servants I will pour out My Spirit in those days. Joel 2: 28-29, and Acts 2:16-18…spoken by Peter. I want to speak of one vision which I found in a news article back in the 1980’s. And yes, I’ve never forgotten it. It was written about a test pilot on a mission to fly a brand

new super-sonic jet . He went up for the test and had decided to take the jet back down when he was “prompted” to glance over his right shoulder. As he did, he saw, out of the cockpit window, the most beautiful city he had ever seen. It seemed to be just floating in the air and was shining like gold. It had golden spires and towers , as well as beautiful minarets all at different levels. It resembled a huge castle. Everything on it was sparkling gold and glowing. The whole vision was hanging in the air on nothing. We c a n o n l y speculate on the interpretation, but I would guess

he had a vision of the “New Jerusalem” just waiting for the right time to come down and appear on top of Mount Zion to be the “city of the great King,” in New Jerusalem!” More and more, I think we’ll be hearing of visions like this as we draw closer to the coming of the Lord. In closing, I’ll mention my latest dream. Gil and I were holding hands and floating above the earth, way out in space, when I looked out to see a huge ball of water, floating quietly beside us. In the water was every kind of fish you could name. They were having a great time together. As I woke up, I

Maybe you don’t have a shortage of water or food… but you DO have a shortage of patience, maybe you’re in a “hope” drought. Maybe you’ve lost hope in the situation you find yourself in today. You may be saying, "I need more strength, more energy, or more time.” Whatever the greatest area of drought in your life is …Whatever it is that you’re experiencing a shortage of…God knows and understands. One thing that I must point out is that God will not impose his wisdom or peace or blessings on anyone. We must submit to the power and the authority of His Word. You may say, “I don’t know anything about the Bible.” Well, that may be your biggest drought. God’s desire is to take you out of your d r o u g h t . We m u s t understand that God will not force His will on anyone, nor will he bless

disobedience. Here’s a reprimand God gave to us in James: “Where do you think all these appalling wars and quarrels come from? Do you think they just happen? Think again. They come about because you want your own way, and fight for it deep inside yourselves. You lust for what you don't have and are willing to kill to get it. You want what isn't yours and will risk violence to get your hands on it. You wouldn't think of just asking God for it, would you? And why not? Because you know you'd be asking for what you have no right to. You're spoiled children, each wanting your own way. You're cheating on God. If all you want is your own way, flirting with the world every chance you get, you end up enemies of God and his way” (James 4:1-4; Message Bible). There is nothing like a good rain when you are in a

drought. Call on the Rainmaker. He has the solution to your drought.

Richards United New Beginning Bible Methodist Church Church, 6639 FM 1696 Richards 19087 Mt. Pleasant Worship Service 11 AM Cemetary Rd, 936-597-8921 Sunday School 10AM Father’s House, Family Porter Chapel A.M.E. Worship Center, Zion Church, Highway 105 W, Lake 1308 S. Hwy 1486, Conroe, 936-588-4660 Dobbin, Walden Community 936-597-5331 or 936Church, 449-5983 12400 Walden Rd, Living Way Church, Walden, 936-582-6696 2080 Longmire Rd, Services 9:30 and 11 a.m. Conroe WaldenChurch.com 936-441-8875 River of Life Church, Hope Tabernacle 17156 FM 1097, Pastor David Whitaker Montgomery, 936-449-4414 Meets at 18961 Freeport Cornerstone Church, Dr Montgomery 1011 W. Lewis, Conroe, 936.582.7722 936-756-7792 Thursday 7:30pm Lakeside Bible Church, Sunday School at 18940 Freeport Drive 10:00am Montgomery, 936-582Sunday Worship at 1977 6:00pm Church of St. John, Community And retreat and wildlife center, Interdenominational 2615 St. Beulah Chapel Lone Star Cowboy Rd., Montgomery, 936-597Church 5757 21627 Eva St. Fellowship of MontgomMontgomery, TX 77356 ery (936) 597-5742 12681 FM 149 Montgomery, TX 77356 Pastors Randy & Darla (936) 597-3949 Weaver Senior Pastor Dale Talbert Service Times: Sundays Service Times: Sundays at 8:30; 10:00 and 11:30am 9:30am & 11am / WednesMondays 7:00pm days at 6:30pm for Children Livestream: Watch us & Student Ministries live Sundays & Mondays @ Watch us live Sundays live.lonestar.tv or go to the Lone Star Cowboy Church @fellowshipofmontgomery.o Facebook page and click on nline.church or follow us on Facebook @thefmchurch! the Livestream link. www.thefmchurch.com Website: www.lonestar.tv Abundant Life MinisEPISCOPAL tries Corner of FM 149 & St. James the Apostle FM 1097 W. Montgomery Episcopal, TX 77356 Prayer /Sunday 1803 Highland Hollow, School 9:30 am Sunday Conroe, 936-756-8831 Service 11:30 am Wednesday The Grace Christian Pray/Bible Study 6:30 pm Outreach Center RiverStone Community 25293 Tisdale Road, Church Dobbin, Texas 19380 Hwy 105 Ste. 500 936-689-3141 Montgomery, TX 77356 Mt. Pleasent Baptist Sun: 9:00 Kingdom Life, Church 10:30 Worship FM 149 N., Montgomery, Wed: 6:30 p.m. 936-449-6807 RiverStoneCC.org The Church @ Lake April Sound Church, Conroe 67 ½ April Wind S., 1701 McCaleb Rd April Sound, 936-588Montgomery, TX 77316 2832 936-588-4975 Lighthouse Fellowship www.lakechurch.com Church, Sunday worship @ 10:00 Montgomery, 936-582a.m. Wed. activites 6:30-8pm 7700 North Shore Church Living Branch Church, 10 am Worship Service Highway 105 W., Lake 18501 Fm1097 West @ Conroe, 936-588-3400

wondered if those were the ones God might be saving from the great tribulation coming upon the earth in the future. I wish for you all to have happy or funny or creative dreams in the future, and forget about all the crushing ones. Throw them out in the trash. They are just distractions to keep you scared, sad, and down. Make a booklet of “Good Dreams” for your family. Include the children’s dreams, also. And add to that, the dreams or visions of your elders in the family. The children will all love that as they grow older. Happy Dreaming To Everyone!

Service Times: Sundays 10:00 and 11:30am Mondays 7:00pm Livestream: Watch us Pastor Randy Weaver Lone Star Cowboy Church live Sundays & Mondays @ lonestar.tv or go to the Lone 21627 Eva St. M o n t g o m e r y, T X Star Cowboy Church 77356 Facebook page and click on (936) 597-5742 the Livestream link.

Union Grove Baptist Church of Richards Invites you to join us for the following services: Sunday School Classes for all ages begins at 9:45 AM Church Service at 11:00 AM Monday night Bible Study Discussion at 6:15 PM Wednesday Bible Study as well as Youth group activities at 6:00 PM All are welcome!

the Bentwater West Gate Entrance Pastor Cary Smith Covenant Felloship 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 PRESBYTERIN First Presbyterian Church of Conroe 2727 N. Loop 336 West Conroe, Texas 936-7568884

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: 936-582-4855 Email: cofcmontgomery@consolida ted.net Web: www.cofcmontgomery.org Paul Praschnik, Minister

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CITATION BY PUBLICATION – CIVIL Cause Number: 20-05-05456-CV Clerk of the Court Attorney Requesting Service Melisa Miller Mark D Cronenwett P.O Box 2985 14160 N Dallas Pkwy Ste 900 Conroe, Texas 77305 Dallas TX 75254 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:

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said County in Conroe, Texas. Said Interpleader - Plaintiff Stephen Ross' Petition in Interpleader was filed in said court on this the 8th day of May, 2020, in this case, numbered 20-05-05456-CV on the docket of said court. The names of the parties to the cause are as follows: Vince Ross, As Substitute Trustee are Plaintiffs and Justin M. Smith; Stephen E. Ratcliff; The State of Texas; The City Of Houston, Texas; The Transit Authority of Houston, MTA, TX; MTA, TX; Tezaskk Air, LLC,; Buffalo Equipment, Inc; Thora Lane, LLC,; Arnold & Itkin LLP,; West Texas National Bank,; AHG Properties, LLC,; Fitts Law Firm, PLLC,; KK Air, LLC; CSG Holdings LP,; Strike, LLC,; FIRST VICTORIA NATIONAL BANK are Defendants

Justin M. Smith A brief statement of the nature of this suit is as follows, to wit:

This is an interpleader to obtain an order to deposit funds into the registry of the Court of excess proceeds from a trustee sale held on March 3, 2020, of the real property located at 27101 S. Harlan Ln, Conroe, Texas 77385, and more particularly described as: LOT 19, BLOCK 9, OAK RIDGE NORTH, SECTION 7, A SUBDIVISION IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 7, PAGE 431, MAP RECORDS, MONTGOMERY COUNTY TEXAS. as is more fully shown by Interpleader - Plaintiff Stephen Ross' Petition in Interpleader 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 24th day of February, 2021. (SEAL District Court Montgomery County, Texas) Melisa Miller, District Clerk Montgomery County, Texas By: Alexis Walls 02/24/2021 13:35:34 Alexis Wall Published dates: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 2021

This is an interpleader to obtain an order to deposit funds into the registry of the Court of excess proceeds from a trustee sale held on March 3, 2020, of the real property located at 27101 S. Harlan Ln, Conroe, Texas 77385, and more particularly described as: LOT 19, BLOCK 9, OAK RIDGE NORTH, SECTION 7, A HOME TAX SOLUTIONS, LLC SUBDIVISION IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR Plaintiff PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 7, PAGE 431, MAP RECORDS, MONTGOMERY COUNTY TEXAS. vs. as is more fully shown by Interpleader - Plaintiff Stephen Ross' Petition in Interpleader on file ROBERT R. EISELE, JR., ET AL 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 24th day of February, 2021. (SEAL District Court Montgomery County, Texas) Melisa Miller, District Clerk Montgomery County, Texas By: Alexis Walls 02/24/2021 13:33:31 Alexis Wall Published dates: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 2021 CITATION BY PUBLICATION – CIVIL Cause Number: 20-05-05456-CV Clerk of the Court Attorney Requesting Service Melisa Miller Mark D Cronenwett P.O Box 2985 14160 N Dallas Pkwy Ste 900 Conroe, Texas 77305 Dallas TX 75254

Defendants

CAUSE NO. 19-03-04172 § § § § § § § § §

IN THE DISTRICT court

284TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS

CITATION BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF MONTGOMERY In the name and by the authority of the State of Texas Notice is hereby given as follows: To UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ROBERT R. EISELE, JR., and all other persons, including adverse claimants, owning or having or claiming any legal or equitable interest in or lien upon the following described property delinquent to Plaintiff herein, for taxes, to-wit: TRACT I: LOT 79, BLOCK 2, MARVINS GARDENS II SUBDIVISION OF 48.6609 ACRES OF LAND IN THE WILLIAM ATKINS SURVEY ABSTRACT NO. 3 OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, AS PER PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN CABINET A, SHEET 105 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS. More commonly known as: 2359 Virginia Ave, Montgomery, Texas 77316

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:

KK Air, LLC

You are hereby commanded to appear by filing a written answer to the Interpleader - Plaintiff Stephen Ross' Petition in Interpleader 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 12th day of April, 2021 before the 457th Judicial District Court of Montgomery County, Texas at the Courthouse of said County in Conroe, Texas. Said Interpleader - Plaintiff Stephen Ross' Petition in Interpleader was filed in said court on this the 8th day of May, 2020, in this case, numbered 20-05-05456-CV on the docket of said court. The names of the parties to the cause are as follows: Vince Ross, As Substitute Trustee are Plaintiffs and Justin M. Smith; Stephen E. Ratcliff; The State of Texas; The City Of Houston, Texas; The Transit Authority of Houston, MTA, TX; MTA, TX; Tezaskk Air, LLC,; Buffalo Equipment, Inc; Thora Lane, LLC,; Arnold & Itkin LLP,; West Texas National Bank,; AHG Properties, LLC,; Fitts Law Firm, PLLC,; KK Air, LLC; CSG Holdings LP,; Strike, LLC,; FIRST VICTORIA NATIONAL BANK are Defendants A brief statement of the nature of this suit is as follows, to wit: This is an interpleader to obtain an order to deposit funds into the registry of the Court of excess proceeds from a trustee sale held on March 3, 2020, of the real property located at 27101 S. Harlan Ln, Conroe, Texas 77385, and more particularly described as: LOT 19, BLOCK 9, OAK RIDGE NORTH, SECTION 7, A SUBDIVISION IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 7, PAGE 431, MAP RECORDS, MONTGOMERY COUNTY TEXAS. as is more fully shown by Interpleader - Plaintiff Stephen Ross' Petition in Interpleader 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 24th day of February, 2021. (SEAL District Court Montgomery County, Texas) Melisa Miller, District Clerk Montgomery County, Texas By: Alexis Walls 02/24/2021 13:36:26 Alexis Wall Published dates: March 3, 10, 17, 24, 2021 CITATION BY PUBLICATION – CIVIL Cause Number: 20-05-05456-CV Clerk of the Court Attorney Requesting Service Melisa Miller Mark D Cronenwett P.O Box 2985 14160 N Dallas Pkwy Ste 900 Conroe, Texas 77305 Dallas TX 75254 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:

CSG Holdings LP

TRACT II: LOT 78, BLOCK 2, MARVINS GARDENS II SUBDIVISION OF 48.6609 ACRES OF LAND IN THE WILLIAM ATKINS SURVEY ABSTRACT NO. 3 OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, AS PER PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN CABINET A, SHEET 105 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS. More commonly known as: 2363 Virginia Ave, Montgomery, Texas 77316 TRACT III: A 2.706 ACRE TRACT OF LAND IN THE WILSON STRICKLAND SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 484, IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS IN SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED DATED FEBRUARY 21, 2006, AND RECORDED ON FEBRUARY 22, 2006, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 2006-018239, OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS OF REAL PROPERTY OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, FROM ALPHONSO JACKSON, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT OF WASHINGTON, D.C., TO ROBERT R. EISELE, JR. More commonly known as: 12958 Johnson Rd, Conroe, Texas 77302 TRACT IV: LOT FORTY-FOUR (44), AND A PART OF LOT FORTY-THREE (43), WOODGATE PLACE, SECTION NO. TWO (2), A SUBDIVISION OF 20.3228 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE JOHN L. CROSS SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 153, IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN CABINET D, SHEET 43A (REPLAT OF CABINET C, SHEET 141A), OF THE MAP RECORDS OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS IN SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED DATED FEBRUARY 28, 2006, AND RECORDED ON MARCH 1, 2006, OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS OF REAL PROPERTY OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, FROM ALPHONSO JACKSON, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT OF WASHINGTON, D.C., TO ROBERT R. EISELE, JR., INDIVIDUAL. AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, SAVE & EXCEPT ANY MANUFACTURED OR MOBILE HOME ELECTED AS PERSONAL PROPERTY ON THE STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP AND LOCATION ISSUED BY TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS MANUFACTURED HOUSING DIVISION PURSUANT TO TEXAS OCCUPATIONS CODE § 1201.207. More commonly known as: 44 Parsons Valley Dr, Conroe, Texas 77303 Which said property(ies) is delinquent to Plaintiff for property taxes paid under Contract in the following amounts: $36,544.94, exclusive of interest, penalties, and costs, allowed by law up to and including the day of judgment herein. You are hereby notified that suit has been brought by Home Tax Solutions, LLC, as Plaintiff, against Unknown Heirs of Robert R. Eisele Jr., by amended petition filed on December 15, 2020, in a suit styled HOME TAX SOLUTIONS, LLC VS. ROBERT R. EISELE, JR., ET AL for collection of delinquent amounts due and owing on said property for taxes, and that said suit is now pending in the District Court of Montgomery County, Texas, 284th Judicial District, and the file number is 19-0304172. Plaintiff seeks recovery of delinquent ad valorem taxes on the property hereinabove described, and in addition to the taxes, all interest, penalties, and costs allowed by law thereon up to and including the day of judgment herein, and the establishment and foreclosure of liens, if any, securing the payment of same, as provided by law. All parties to this suit, including plaintiff, defendants, and intervenors, shall take notice that claims not only for any taxes which were delinquent on said property at the time this suit was filed but all taxes becoming delinquent thereon at any time thereafter up to the day of judgment, including all interest, penalties, and costs allowed by law thereon, may, upon request therefore, be recovered herein without further citation or notice to any parties herein, and all said parties shall take notice of and plead and answer to all claims and pleadings now on file and which may hereafter be filed in said cause by all other parties who may intervene herein and set up their respective tax claims against said property. You are hereby commanded to appear and defend such suit on the first Monday after the expiration of forty-two (42) days from and after the date of issuance hereof, the same being the 12th day of April, A.D., 2021 (which is the return day of such citation), before the honorable District Court of Montgomery County, Texas, to be held at the courthouse thereof, then and there to show cause why judgment shall not be rendered for such taxes, penalties, interest, and costs, and condemning said property and ordering foreclosure of the constitutional and statutory tax liens thereon for taxes due the plaintiff, and those who may intervene herein, together with all interest, penalties, and costs allowed by law up to and including the day of judgement herein, and all costs of this suit. Issued and given under my hand and seal of said court in the City of Conroe, Montgomery County, Texas, on March 1, 2021. KOHM & ASSOCIATES PC 125 Lamar Street, Suite C San Antonio, Texas 78202 Attorney for Plaintiff

MELISA MILLER Clerk of the District Court Montgomery County, Texas 284th Judicial District (SEAL, District Court of Montgomery County, Texas) By: /s/ Patricia Merrill Patricia Merrill, DEPUTY Published Dates: March 10, 17, 24, 2021

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PUBLIC NOTICE Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a MB Mixed Beverage Permit, LB Mixed Beverage Late Hours Permit, CB Caterer's Permit and PE Beverage Cartage Permit by AHTRST Concessions, LLC dba Hyatt House Metropark Shenandoah/The Woodlands, to be located at 18645 Residence Drive, Shenandoah, Montgomery County, TX 77385. Elie Ibrahim Khoury – President and Manager, Kevin Joseph Detz – Manager, Robert Paul Smith – Vice President, Gregory James Moundas – Vice President, Secretary and Manager, Karen Louise Kovach – Vice President. AHTrust Concessions Trust – Sole Member. Published dates: March 3 & 10, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a BQ Beer and Wine Retailer's Off-Premise Permit by AHTRST Concessions, LLC dba Hyatt House Metropark Shenandoah/The Woodlands, to be located at 18645 Residence Drive, Shenandoah, Montgomery County, TX 77385. Elie Ibrahim Khoury – President and Manager, Kevin Joseph Detz – Manager, Robert Paul Smith – Vice President, Gregory James Moundas – Vice President, Secretary and Manager, Karen Louise Kovach – Vice President. AHTrust Concessions Trust – Sole Member. Published dates: March 3 & 10, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that In Cause Number 19-38349-P; Estate of Judy Charlene Young Original Letters of Administration were issued to RICK NOTTINGHAM on July 2, 2020. The residence of such Independent Administrator is Norfolk County, Massachusetts. The post office address is: Estate of Judy Charlene Young, c/o David Borger, 1095 Evergreen Circle, Suite 256, The Woodlands, Texas 77380. All persons having claims against this Estate, which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and manner prescribed by law. DATED the 9th of March 2021. David Borger, Attorney for RICK NOTTINGHAM: SBN 24029451, 1095 Evergreen Circle, Suite 256, The Woodlands, Texas 77380; Tel: (832) 263-2100; Fax: (866) 211-7925. Published Date: March 10, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of DOYLE L. LONG., Deceased, were issued on March 4, 2021; in Cause No. 20-40448-P, pending in The Probate Court No. Two (2) of Montgomery County, Texas, to: RANDY DOYLE LONG. Claims may be presented in care of the Executor of the estate addressed as follows: c/o: George D. Gordon 307 N. San Jacinto Conroe, Texas 77301 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 4th day of March, 2021. By: /s/ George D. Gordon Attorney for the Estate State Bar No. 08197000 Published Date: March 10, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Lena Upton, Deceased, were issued on March 4, 2021, in Cause No. 21-40692-P, pending in the County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to: William Gregory Upton. 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: Gina A. Price, Attorney at Law, 101 Simonton, Conroe, TX 77301. DATED the 4th day of March, 2021. /s/ Gina A. Price Attorney for William Gregory Upton State Bar No.: 16287350 101 Simonton Conroe, TX 77301 Telephone: (936) 756-5511 Facsimile: (936) 441-5745 E-mail: gaprice@priceandprice-law.com Published Date: March 10, 2021

PUBLIC NOTICE In compliance with (2303.157) of the Vehicle Storage lot Facility Act, the following vehicles will be sold “as is” to the Public on Monday March 22, 1021 From 9:00 AM To 10:00 AM, 21587 Eva St. Montgomery, TX 77356 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Vin# 3GTU2UEHXEG351275 1998 Ford Expedition Vin# 1FMPU18L3WLA92117 Published Dates: March 10 & 17, 2021

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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 3/27/2021 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: Shemica Hardy – Car - 2003, Jaguar, STY, VIN: SAJEA03V931M65032. Published dates: March 3 and 10, 2021 NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF JAMES BOYD MONTGOMERY, DECEASED Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of James Boyd Montgomery, Deceased, were issued on February 11, 2021, in Cause No. 20-40514-P, pending in the Probate Court of Montgomery County, Texas, to Carolyn Montgomery. Claims may be presented to the attorney for Carolyn Montgomery, the Independent Executor, and addressed as follows: Spencer W. Stevens, Esq. Clark Hill Strasburger 720 Brazos Street, Suite 700 Austin, Texas 78701 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 March 5, 2021. Published Date: March 10, 2021 Notice to Creditors Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary upon the Estate of Frederick L. Montgomery, Deceased, were issued on March 5, 2021, in Cause No. 21-40713-P, pending in the County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to Linda L. Montgomery. 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 8th day of March, 2021. Published Date: March 10, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Mark Allan Kowalick, Deceased, were issued on March 4th, 2021, in Cause No. 21-40661-P, pending in the County Court at Law No. TWO, Montgomery County, Texas, to: Brittany Kowalick and Ryan Allan Kowalcik. 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: Robert S. Griffin Attorney at Law 122 West Davis, St. Suite 101 Conroe, TX 77301 DATED the 4th day of March, 2021. /s/ Robert S. Griffin Robert S. Griffin Attorney for Brittany Kowalick and Ryan Allan Kowalcik State Bar No.: 24075836 122 West Davis, St. Suite 101 Conroe, TX 77301 Telephone: (936) 539-1011 Facsimile: (936) 539-1002 E-mail: rsg@griffinandcain.com Published Date: March 10, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Peggy Jo Sheridan, Deceased, were issued on the 4th day of March 2021, in Cause No. 21-40644-P, pending in County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to: Lisa Renee Linares. 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: Robin L. Apostolakis Stilwell, Earl & Apostolakis, LLP 1400 Woodloch Forest Drive, Ste. 590 The Woodlands, TX 77380 DATED the 4th day of March 2021. By: /s/Robin L. Apostolakis Robin L. Apostolakis State Bar No. 24045416 1400 Woodloch Forest Drive, Ste. 590 The Woodlands, TX 77380 Telephone: (281) 419-6200 Facsimile: (281) 419-0250

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Avoiding Crash Landings B y C h e r y l C o n l e y, TWRC Wildlife Center It’s happened to most of us. We hear something hit a window and when we go outside to check it out, we find a little bird laying on the ground. The same thing happens with other shiny objects like chrome car bumpers, car mirrors, grills and gazing balls. Why do birds fly into these objects? There are a couple of reasons. The most likely explanation is that birds see the reflection of the sky or vegetation and thinking it’s real, try to fly into it. Another reason is that some species are territorial and aggressive and when they see their own reflection, they think it’s a rival and they try to attack it. This happens more frequently during mating season. It’s estimated that up to 1 billion birds die every year from window strikes but there are things you can do to protect our fine-feathered friends. * Put tape on your windows. You can purchase reflective tape on Amazon made especially for

protecting birds. There are many other sites as well. Just do a general search on how to protect birds from window strikes. Be sure to follow the instructions for correct placement. * Decals. Companies like Window Alert sell decals specifically made to protect birds from window strikes. They also sell a unique spray that can be applied to your windows. Check other websites as well to get the best price. * Add screens to your windows. Easy Up Shade (easyupshade.com) offers shades that attach with suction cups so they can be easily removed if needed. * Get creative and paint your windows with nontoxic tempura paint. You can easily change your artwork with the seasons or for special occasions. * Close your drapes or blinds. * If you have feeders near windows, consider moving them away from the windows. * Place small mesh netting over your windows. You can use a frame to make

it easy to hang up and remove. It should be at least 3 inches from the window. * Collide Scape (collidescape.org) makes a one-way transparent film that allows you to see out but makes the window appear

opaque from the outside. * Install outside sun shades or shutters. If you find a bird that has hit a window, gently pick it up and examine it for injuries. If there are no apparent injuries and you

d o n ’ t s e e a n y b l o o d , us for emergency care. 713sometimes the bird just 468-TWRC. Let’s work together to needs a few minutes to recover. Place it in the shade save our wild friends. TWRC Wildlife Center in a safe area and watch it. If Houston, Texas it hasn’t recovered in 15 minutes, please call us. You may need to bring the bird to

March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month Keep Your Pets Safe with Tips from Best Friends Animal Society

Courtesy Best Friends Animal Society Watching your dog or cat get sick from toxic items or poison is a nightmare for a n y pet owner. Symptoms of poisoning can be especially traumatic, ranging from seizures and vomiting to nosebleeds and diarrhea. “Nobody wants to see their pets suffer in such a painful way or, worst-case scenario, have a fatal incident. That’s why it’s im portant to make sure your home environment keeps dogs and cats as safe as possible,” said Dr. Erin Katribe, veterinarian and medical director for Best Friends Animal Society. As March is Pet Poison Prevention Month, Best Friends encourages pet owners to protect their pets from potential ingestion of any of the following: * Antifreeze * Bait for rodents * B a t t e r i e s (which can contain corrosiv e fluid) * Car care products, such as cleaners or oils * Fertilizer * Gorilla Glue (or similar products) * Household cleaners * Ice-melting products * Medications – prescribed and over-the-

counter * Nicotine products * Pesticides for insects * Pool or pond products “Pets can be very inquisitive, so it’s always best to keep these items in a sealed cabinet area that your pets cannot have access to, whether that’s in the home, in a shed, or in a garage,” Katribe said. “If you use any of these products, always make sure to clean up any spillage immediately and thoroughly so ingestion can’t happen that way, either.” Food can be toxic to pets, so it’s always important to remember to never give or allow your pets to have access to any of the following: * Alcoholic beverages * Substances containing caffeine, such as coffee * Chocolate * Fatty foods, especially drippings and grease from cooking * Chicken and turkey bones * Grapes and raisins * Onions and garlic * Macadamia nuts * Salt and sugar * Yeast or bread dough “Plants can also be toxic and poisonous to pets,” Katribe said. “These plants include English ivy or holly, lilies, Chinaberry, iris, poinsettia, pokeweed

and daphne. For cats, even contact with the pollen of some lilies can be severely toxic.” Should your pet show any signs of poisoning, which include vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, blood in stool, paralysis, loss of appetite, bruising, noseb l e e d s , irregular heartbeat or inability to urinate, a veterinary consult is in immediate order. Courtesy Best Friends

Animal Society “Call your veterinary office or an emergency clinic as soon as possible to let them know of your pet’s symptoms and what they could have possibly ingested. The veterinary staff may be able to provide instructions on how to help decrease the severity of the situation prior to coming in or they may advise that you c o m e in immediately,” Katribe sa id. “Time is of the essence

when it comes to minimizing the dangerous effects of any poison, so every second counts.” Best Friends Animal Society is a leading animal welfare organization working to end the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters by 2025. Founded in 1984, Best Friends is a pioneer in the no-kill movement and has helped reduce the number of animals killed in shelters from an estimated 17

million per year to around 625,000. Best Friends runs lifesaving programs all across the country, as well as the nation’s largest nokill animal sanctuary. Working collaboratively with a network of more than 3,200 animal welfare and shelter partners, and community members nationwide, Best Friends is working to Save Them All®. For more information, visit bestfriends.org.

Fetch! Pet Care Open For Business In The Woodlands THE WOODLANDS, Texas – Fetch! Pet Care, America’s largest franchised provider of professional dog walking and pet sitting services, today announced the launch of a new Fetch! Pet Care business in The Woodlands, Texas. Lestica Todd is the proud owner of Fetch! Pet Care servicing The Wo o d l a n d s i n N o r t h Houston. With a focus on exceptional service and r e l i a b l e c a r e , To d d i s excited to offer a wide range of services for client’s fourlegged family members including puppy care, private dog walking, pet sitting, overnight care and

pet taxi services. “Animals deserve our love and care daily and at Fetch this is our number one priority,” said Todd. “Doing what I love and helping pets every day is a dream come true. My best pet care tip is to help out your furry friends by maintaining their oral hygiene as you would your own.” The brand sets itself apart by offering locally owned and operated inhome pet care and is “COVID resistant” because interactions are with the pets. The company uses a mobile scheduling and communication app called My Fetch! which allows owners to easily manage

their pet’s care and receive updates on their pet’s schedule and services. Todd personally handpicks and thoroughly trains each and every dog walker and pet sitter on the team. Staff is bonded, insured, background checked and have specialized skill in caring for dogs, cats, birds and other small caged animals. To establish a relationship between the pet and sitter, and to ensure a good fit, a free consultation is offered to every client. Todd is an exemplary Fetch! Pet Care franchise owner who shares the company’s commitment to ensure all pets receive the best care possible – each

and every time – and it shows! The company’s franchisees collectively boast a 94% customer satisfaction score across multiple online review sites. Todd has been a lifelong pet owner, Lilly Bell, her six-year-old long-haired Chihuahua, and Stoner, a cat she rescued not too long ago, are her current companions. F o r y o u r free consultation call Lestica Todd at 832-5007 7 3 2 o r e m a i l at thewoodlands@fetchpet care.com. Fetch! Pet Care currently has over 83 franchised locations in 29

states from coast to coast, and has identified another 170 geographical territories to expand into around the country. The company has been heavily investing in sophisticated technology, advanced processes, procedures and world-class support that are producing outstanding service reviews from Fetch! Pet Care’s clients nationwide. About Fetch! Pet Care, Inc. Fetch! Pet Care is the nation’s largest provider of professional dog walking and pet sitting services, serving thousands of pets and parents from coast to coast. For the convenience of pet owners, Fetch! Pet

Care’s skilled Pet Care Coordinators personally match all of their dog walkers and pet sitters – who are trained, bonded, insured, background checked – to meet the specific needs of each pet. With thousands of satisfied clients nationwide, Fetch! Pet Care has earned the reputation as the most relied upon and trusted pet care service in the country. In 2016, Inc. Magazine ranked Fetch! Pet Care No. 2608 on its Inc. 5000 List of America’s fastest growing companies. Find Fetch! Pet C a r e at http://www.FetchPetCare .com, on Facebook or by calling 866-FETCH-ME.

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Community VFW Speech Competition Winners Congratulations to Noah Bay, Abigail Bay, and Haley Perry from Richards I.S.D. for winning the local V.F.W.

Voice of Democracy Speech competitions! Noah won the high school Voice of Democracy speech competition

with his speech entitled, "Is This the Country Our Founding Fathers Envisioned," and his younger sister, Abigail

Bay won the Junior High Patriot's Pen competition with her speech on "What Patriotism is To Me." Haley Perry won

2nd place for the Junior High Patriot's Pen division. All three of these students did an excellent job and we are

very proud of them. Photos and the winning s p e e c h e s a r e featured below.

What is Patriotism to me?

by: Abigail Bay Patriotism to me is s o m e o n e ’s v i g o r o u s support toward their country. There are several different ways we can show patriotism. A few examples are voting, supporting veterans, and flying the Stars and Stripes correctly. One of the ways we can show patriotism is by simply voting. By voting we show that we care about our country and who leads it. If you are a woman and you vote you are showing appreciation to the 19th amendment, that everyone, no matter what gender, is allowed to vote. If you are of the African American race then by voting you are

showing appreciation to the 15th amendment, the right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude. This shows that you care about, and are thankful for the people that fought for those amendments. Supporting veterans is another way to show patriotism, by supporting veterans you are showing that you care about the people that fought for our country and our rights. By simply thanking a veteran for their service you are showing

patriotism because you care about them. Veterans themselves show patriotism by sacrificing their lives, families, and careers to support our country. We can send money and checks to different non-profit organizations that help veterans or by just giving them money and resources that they need to live. Flying the American flag correctly is a big deal. By flying the flag correctly you are showing that you care about our country and the way that people treat it. Some ways that you fly your flag correctly is if the flag is not touching anything below it such as

the floor. The flag should always be held aloft and freely. Lastly, the flag should never be worn as apparel, bedding, or drapery. So by simply flying the flag correctly you are showing patriotism. The American flag is a big deal in our country so flying it correctly is a great way to show patriotism. So in conclusion, these are some ways that you can show patriotism. By voting, supporting veterans, and flying the Stars and Stripes correctly. There are several other ways that you can show patriotism to our country, because it is very important.

Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned? by: Noah Bay, Mrs. Stricker English 3

September 24, 2020 The Founders of America envisioned a country where everyone stands united as one and everyone views one another as equal. Everyone was given the same opportunity as everyone else because as is stated in

the Declaration of Independence, “We hold these truths to be selfevident, that all men are created equal.” This is what the founders envisioned. They believed that every person was created equal and should be given the same

opportunities as anyone else. The founders believed that there is not one person that was created above another individual. John Dickinson in 1768 says in the Liberty Song, “Then join hand in hand, brave Americans all! By uniting we stand, by dividing we fall.” They envisioned people standing together, rather than people separating themselves from others. They pictured a group of people being proud of where they live. But is our country today what the founders envisioned? I believe in some cases America today is what the founders envisioned, but in most cases, I do not think it lives up to their standards. Everyone is supposed to be presented with the same opportunities as everyone else, but not everyone is. Some people deny others equal opportunities simply because of their ethnicity or because of what part of America they were born in. It is morally wrong to deny someone the same

opportunity as others based on things as simple a s t h o s e . We s h o u l d attempt to live up to the standards the founders set and treat everyone e q u a l l y, r a t h e r t h a n treating people unequally simply because of their differences. The founders envisioned a country with all people standing together united as one. However, that is not the case today. People in our country separate themselves from others by mere differences and this is not what the founders pictured. Today people purposefully segregate themselves from others based on the color of their skin, the job they may have, how much money they make, what clothes they wear, and for a multitude of other reasons. The founders did not have this in mind when they were creating our country. Why must people separate from others and feel that they are better? Why can’t we all come together and unite as one, instead of fighting one another?

Why must people feel the need to look down on others? People need Jesus now more than ever. We all need to stand as one, regardless of race, age, job, economic status, etc. I believe that is what the founders envisioned when creating America. The founders also pictured people being proud of where they live. But that is not the case today. Many individuals take what they have for granted, and are not proud of the soil they stand on. Many veterans often risked and even gave their lives for our country so we can live free. Without these veterans sacrificing their life and fighting for our freedom, our country would not be the nation it is today. It is by the grace of God and the sacrifices of our brave veterans that these people are able to have a life in America. People should be thankful and feel proud of where they live. Why do people born in America feel like they deserve the life God has placed them in? They did nothing to deserve it. Does a person born in the

poorest parts of Africa deserve that life? It is by the grace of God that people have the opportunity to live in America, but they take it for granted. This is not what the founders envisioned. They pictured a proud group of people together in the country they had created. In conclusion, I do not think America today is what the founders envisioned. But that does not mean it has to stay that way. Nothing is stopping us from becoming what the founders pictured. The only thing holding us back is us. We need to look beyond our judgments we place on other individuals and treat them equally. We need to stand by those around us, united regardless of differences. We need to open our eyes and see how graceful God has been to us by allowing us to live a life in America. So I encourage anyone that reads this to strive to do these things. Together we can become the America that the founders set out for us to become.

¨What is Patriotism to Me.¨ by: Haley Perry I think Patriotism to me is showing all your love and support to your country and how you contribute to your country. Patriotism can also be many different things like your ethnic, cultural, political or historical aspects. The ways you can show patriotism is by singing the national anthem which is one of the best ways to honor your country, support a veteran and do more than just thank them, fly the star and s t r i p s c o r r e c t l y, a n d support our national parks. I think the national anthem is a part of patriotism because it shows that you support your country and all that they do for you. When the national anthem is played

you should stand up and put your hand over your heart and sing or hum along to the song. Military forces will stand up and solute. You should not kneel during the national anthem unless you don't support your country. I think supporting a veteran is a good thing to do because it shows that you love and support your country. It also shows that you respect our military forces and veterans for all they have done for us and how well they served our country.If you see someone that is in the military or is a veteran you can always thank them for all the hard work they do and for possibly putting their life in danger. To me flying the flag

correctly is very imporI think patriotism is support to your country. I important in today's world tant. The stripes represent important because you have four reasons why I and I support every reason the original 13 colonies s h o w y o u r l o v e a n d think that patriotism is I listed. and the star represents the 50 states of the union. The colors on the flag are symbolic as well. The flag should never be flown upside down because it's disrespectful, it shouldn't be burned unless it's being burned properly, and the last thing a flag should never do is touch the ground. Finally I think supporting national parks is a good idea because we should keep our environment clean. National parks are home to many species and people. I think national parks help people in today's world learn more about wildlife and the history behind them.

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Community Allen West and Abby Johnson Visit Conroe for a Life & Liberty Conference The Republican Women Clubs of Montgomery County are pleased to host a Life and Liberty Conference on Friday, March 19th, in Conroe. The Conference will feature Judge Wayne Mack, Lt. Col (Retired) Allen West, who is the Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, and Abby Johnson, whose life was the basis of the movie Unplanned . The evening’s emcee will be Christian Collins, founder of the Texas Youth Summit. The Conference will be at Mims Baptist Church in Conroe and and can be purchased website, here . All A p r i v a t e d o n o r d o n o r s t o a t t e n d a speakers begins at 6:30 p.m. proceeds will benefit reception will allow r e c e p t i o n w i t h a l l present for photos and online at the LifeFirst Tickets are only $15 Pro-Life organizations. conversation.

All The King’s Horses 2021 Golf Tournament on Mon April 19, 2021 Submitted by Linda Driesbach 281 703-0870 Ride on over to the 5th Annual All The King’s Horses Charity Golf Tournament and Raffle on Monday April 19 at Walden Golf Club on beautiful Lake Conroe! Support ATKH, which has served youth and families in our area since 2007, by playing in and/or sponsoring the fundraiser. ATKH Founder Linda Driesbach explains “Our programs allow participants to experience the beauty of horses, build character by practicing valuable life skills, and hear that God loves them and has a plan and purpose for their lives. This mentorship and encouragement are needed more than ever to help youth who are already struggling cope with the heightened stress they are facing during the pandemic. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help us continue offering services free of charge to atrisk youth.” The tournament will begin at 10:00am while

registration, practice and breakfast start at 8:30am. Hole-in-one, longest drive, closest to the pin, and other on course games will be followed by lunch, door prizes and the raffle drawing. Raffle prizes include a Remington Sportsman model 11-87 12 GA semi-auto field shotgun, an Rtic cooler, Ariat boots, and more TBA. An Equine Assisted Outreach WE BELIEVE: All The King’s Horses and all the King’s men could help to put them together again…. Our Mission: The mission of ATKH is to Provide Hope by sharing God’s love for people, Build Character by teaching valuable life skills, and Mentor Youth through horsemanship that fosters healing and personal growth. We S e r v e : AT K H i s dedicated to serving vulnerable youth and families in and around Montgomery County, Texas. Brief History: Mixing horses, youth and the hope found in Christ to positively impact the lives of others is a

dream that became reality when Linda & Dennis Driesbach founded ATKH as a nonprofit Texas corporation in 2007. Compassionate individuals (including our board of directors, dedicated volunteers, & generous donors) have made our endeavors fun-filled successes. Our Programs: Various activities throughout the year emphasize horsemanship yet also teach essential life skills. Referred to us by local professionals vulnerable youth attend our activities free of charge. Current programs: Day Camps (2-3 days long), Leg-Up Sessions (pair 1 horse & child with 1

mentor for 80 minute sessions during a semester), Round Ups (1 day to connect and/or serve in a group setting), Teen Intern Program (Fall and Spring semesters. Prerequisites required). 2021 UPDATES: --- After scaling down programs due to Covid-19 ATKH officially resumed individual Leg Up sessions in September and a Preteen Camp was held on Oct 17 & 18. Other Day Camps and Round Ups are being planned for the spring and summer. --- After 15 years on FM 1097, in early January ATKH moved to a new Montgomery County location near the National Forest and between

MCN Subscription Subscription Cost is $40 per year for in Montgomery County, and $45 per year out of Montgomery County. Checks may be made payable to Montgomery County News and send to PO Box 1, Montgomery, Tx 77356, we also accept most major credit cards.

Montgomery and Richards. During this transition there is much to be done to prepare for camps in the Spring and Summer. Proceeds from our golf tournament will help buy roofing supplies for the proposed shipping container barn and other basic needs. --- Our 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament & Raffle will be held at Walden Golf Club on April 19 in 2021. Please support us by signing up to join in the fun on our website under “Upcoming Events”. H o w Yo u C a n H e l p : Donate, inform others, volunteer, and/or pray. ATKH Contact Information: Managing Director: Linda (281) 703-0870 Mailing address: 18445

Hwy 105 W, Ste 102-165, Montgomery, TX 77356 Physical Address: 24475 Forest Glen Dr, Richards, TX 77873 wwwAllTheKingsHorses .org ATKH is a 501c3 public charity. Donations are tax deductible as per the law. Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 V i s i t www.AllTheKingsHorses.or g to download the tournament brochure, sign up to sponsor or play in the upcoming golf tournament, purchase raffle tickets, and give online. You may contact ATKH online or by calling Dennis Driesbach at 281 703-0860.

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