Montgomery County News, July 7, 2021

WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXVI NUMBER 27 Section 1 8 pages

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Weekly Welcomes Outstanding Speaker And Presents Their Drawn Hunt Gas Prices “Women Of Distinction, 2021” Honoree Permit Applications (July 6, 2021) - Texas gas prices have risen 1.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.81/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Gas prices in Texas are 9.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 93.1 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.

According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas is priced at $2.19/g today while the most expensive is $3.49/g, a difference of $1.30/g. The lowest price in the state today is $2.19/g while the highest is $3.49/g, a difference of $1.30/g.

The national average price of gasoline is unchanged in the last week, averaging $3.12/g today. The national average is up 7.9 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 94.3 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.

Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa$3.03/g, up 1.9 cents per gallon from last week's $3.01/g.

San Antonio- $2.75/g, up 2.2 cents per gallon from last week's $2.73/g.

Austin- $2.77/g, up 2.0 cents per gallon from last week's $2.75/g.

"Gasoline demand over the holiday weekend certainly did not disappoint as millions of Americans flooded the roads for the long weekend, guzzling down gasoline at a clip not seen in years, and in the process, we could have set new all-time records for consumption," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. "As OPEC+ met over the weekend and saw a heated disagreement about raising oil production, WTI crude oil surged in Monday evening electronic trading to nearly $77 per barrel on higher demand and a lack of additional supply from OPEC amidst a mountain of disagreement on how to respond to the market. For now, with imbalances in supply and demand continuing, motorists will continue digging deeper to pay for gasoline as prices are likely headed no where but up until global supply starts to catch up with the continued surge in demand."

GasBuddy is the authoritative voice for gas prices and the only source for station-level data spanning nearly two decades.

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PHOTO: L to R: Alice Melancon (President, MCRW); Lory Kaye (Women of Distinction Honoree); Suzanne Adams (Vice President, MCRW), and Captain Tim W. Cannon (Speaker) During the June Meeting of the Montgomery County R e p u b l i c a n Wo m e n (MCRW), held at the River Plantation Country Club in Conroe, the club was honored to have Captain Tim Cannon of the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office as their guest speaker. Following a

Division. Montgomery County Republican Women’s Honoree for t h e “ Wo m a n o f Distinction” for 2021 is L o r y K a y e .

The Montgomery County Council of Organizations (MCWCO) has been honoring extraordinary volunteers in the community for 31 years!

"The Honorees are recognized for their many volunteer hours, loyal dedication, and commitment to their non-profit organizations", stated Mary Lea Kirk, Board member of the MCWCO for many years,

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SHSU Agriculture Students Advancing Advocacy Through Pilot Program

Story by Hannah Crandall Paving a way for growth Commentary............................4

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long and "award winning" career in law enforcement in the Houston area, Cannon was hired to serve as a lieutenant for the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office on January 1, 2017. On March 2, 2019, he accepted a position as Captain over the Administration S e r v i c e s

in agricultural advocacy, Sam Houston State University is working with

Texas Farm Bureau and four other Texas colleges and universities to establish a

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Dacus Baptist Church invites Everyone to Our Open House Block Party July 17th. Lots of Games, Family Fun & Newly Restored Facilities to Tour.

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AUSTIN — Hunters looking for a new opportunity or a change of scenery this fall are encouraged to check out the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) drawn hunt permits program.

Applications are being accepted now for a shot at almost 10,000 permits in 61 hunt categories.

The permits are for drawn hunts on both public and private lands throughout Texas. Among the offerings available through the online system are hunts for whitet a i l e d a n d m u l e d e e r, pronghorn, turkey, alligator, dove and guided packages for exotic species and bighorn sheep.

“This season, we will conduct drawings in 61 hunt categories,” said Kelly Edmiston, TPWD Public Hunting Program Coordinator. “These drawings include selections for U.S. Forest Service Antlerless Deer Permits, both adult and youth hunts, 18 e-Postcard Selections for hunters using the $48 Annual Public Hunting Permit (APH), and hunts conducted on 9 National Wildlife Refuges (NWR) in Texas.”

Applicants for e-Postcard hunts and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) Antlerless Deer Permits must have a current APH permit to apply.

New areas included in this year’s drawn hunt catalog include the Caddo Lake NWR and Neches River NWR. TPWD also created three new Private Lands hunt categories, for feral hog, quail and spring turkey.

Drawn hunt opportunities can be viewed online by category or by area via an interactive map and all applications, fee payments and permit issuance is handled electronically. To participate, applicants will need internet access, an email address and a credit or debit card. The customer ID number from the applicant’s hunting or fishing license is the most effective way to access the system.

Application fees are $3 or $10 depending on the hunt category. Adult hunters that are selected may also need to pay a Special Permit fee of $80 for regular hunts and $130 for extended hunts. Some categories, such as the YouthOnly hunts, require no application fees or permit fees.

Permits are open to resident and non-resident hunters alike.

The first application deadlines are in August. Aug. 1 is the deadline for the alligator hunt categories, pronghorn, and private lands dove hunts, and Aug. 15 is the deadline for archery deer, general exotic and javelina.

Application deadlines are the 1st and 15th of the month from Aug. 1st to Nov. 1st. A full list of category deadlines can be found online. Hunters can apply up to 11:59 p.m. Central Time on the application deadline, and after the application is submitted, they can check their drawing status online at any time.

For more information or to get started in the application process visit the TPWD drawn hunts webpage. For questions, contact hunt@tpwd.texas.gov or call (512) 389-4505 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

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Suggestions for Mindful Eating: Spaghetti Squash Food for Thought Diana Anderson

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Spaghetti squash is such a mild-tasting squash. And that's a good thing. Because like its namesake pasta, spaghetti squash loves being matched up with flavorful sauces and such. Rather than compete, it takes kindly to other flavors.

In these paleo and gluten-free times, spaghetti squash is kind of having a perfect moment. It stands in heroically as a delicious, satisfying substitution for wheat pasta. It's a sensational substitute because, after cooking spaghetti squash, the fruit softens and easily pulls apart with a fork into thin, spaghetti-like ribbons.

Hence, the name.

Even so, you probably won't confuse the tender strands of squash for the bite of actual pasta. And t h a t ' s o k a y. S p a g h e t t i squash has a tasty, toothy texture all its own. You'll love it.

How to Cook Spaghetti Squash There are a several ways to make spaghetti squash —roasted in the oven, zapped in the microwave, slow-mo'd in the slow cooker, or boiled on the stovetop.

1. How to roast spaghetti squash in the oven.

There's an easy way and there's a fast way to roast squash. And they aren't the same. The easy way is to pop the whole spaghetti squash into the oven and roast it...for about an hour. The fast way? Cut the squash in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds and

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bake the squash halves shell-side up in the oven.

But be careful cutting your squash; these are hard, dense, sometimes slippery little guys—and they're tough to slice through.

To keep your squash moist in the oven, add a little water to the dish, and dome the fruit with aluminum foil. Steam will build up under the foil dome and assist with the cooking process.

How long to cook spaghetti squash in the oven: Halved and baked in a 400 degree F oven, the squash is tender and ready in about 40 minutes. (Here's a whip-smart trick for turning the squash's cooked fruit into long, thin, noodly strands.)

2. How to cook spaghetti squash in the microwave.

Okay, yes, it's faster to cut the squash in half to roast. But if you really feel the need for speed, consider cooking spaghetti squash in the microwave. You get the same noodly effect, and the squash is tender and pullaparty in just 15 minutes or so. For microwave cooking, you do need to cut the squash in half. Don't attempt to nuke a whole spaghetti squash until done: it's like tossing a big yellow bomb in your microwave.

Scoop out the seeds, place the squash cut-side-down in a microwave dish, and add a little water to the dish—it helps keep the squash moist and tender.

How to cut your spaghetti squash in half.

The only hard part about cooking spaghetti squash is cutting your dense, hard, uncooked squash in half. If you're microwaving—or even roasting—it helps to cook the squash whole a few minutes first in the microwave. I know we just said nuking a squash is like statewide Collegiate Farm Bureau program. The Collegiate Farm Bureau is a program that serves TFB’s

tossing a bomb in the microwave, but it's only for a few minutes—5 minutes, tops. But first, jab it with a fork a bunch of times like a baked potato to let the steam out—you do not want that steam building up in there.

After several minutes in the microwave, the semi-nuked shell will be softer and easier to cut through.

3. How to cook spaghetti squash in a slow cooker Oh yes you can! The slow cooker is both the easiest way to cook a squash and requires the most time.

But that's okay; it's a slow cooker. Set it up, and then go about your business.

Poke holes in the shell like the microwave method, then put it in the slow cooker whole. Pour in a little water, and cook on low for 4-to-6 hours. Unlike microwaving, slow cooking spaghetti squash does not build up extreme steam pressure inside the squash, so you're safe. It's not a yellow bomb, more like a y e l l o w submarine—perfectly safe.

The flesh shreds up beautifully.

4. How to boil spaghetti squash Finally, you can boil spaghetti squash. Bring a large pot of water to a low boil, and carefully sink a whole squash into it. You don't need a rolling boil here; slow and steady wins the race. After about 30 minutes, test the squash with a fork. When it's tender, slice it, scoop the seeds, and separate into noodles with a fork.

Nutritional Benefit of Spaghetti Squash And nutrition?

Spaghetti squash has nutritional benefits above and beyond regular ol' spaghetti noodles. The squash has vitamin A, beta

carotene, folic acid, and potassium. And it's low calorie, too. When shopping for spaghetti squash, be aware that the more orange the flesh of the squash, the more beta carotene it has.

How to get those long Spaghetti like strands Everyone tells you to cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise before cooking.

But slicing the squash that way actually cuts the strands into small pieces.

Why? Because the strands run widthwise like little belts around the middle. So, when you cut the squash from top to bottom, it's like cutting your belt in half.

Instead, slice it across the middle as if you're slicing thick cucumber rings. Slicing the squash into rings leaves the strands intact, and you'll end up with spaghetti squash noodles that are dramatically longer. It's spaghetti squash that actually lives up to its name.

Spaghetti Squash with Meatballs Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 2 pounds) Kosher salt 3 tablespoons extravirgin olive oil, plus more for brushing 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 medium carrot, roughly chopped 1 medium onion, roughly chopped 6 cloves garlic 1-cup fresh parsley leaves 1-pound ground beef 1-pound ground pork 2 large eggs 1-cup Italian-style breadcrumbs 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 28-ounce cans tomato puree 2 large sprigs basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano

“The Collegiate Farm mission of being the voice of Texas agriculture through B u r e a u ’s p u r p o s e i s t o supporting and engaging support students that are engaged in agriculture, students. enhance their education, and help develop future leaders within Texas Farm Bureau or the agriculture community,” said TFB Director of Organization Whit Weems.

The first charter was issued to West Texas A&M University, and Sam Houston State became the second to buy into the idea and charter a program in March 2021.

Members of the program can attend the annual American Farm Bureau Convention, as well as the Texas Young Farmer & Rancher Conference held every spring. As part of the YF&R conference, students are given the opportunity to participate in a collegiate discussion meet that is meant to be a simulation of what may happen in a board room meeting discussing agriculture issues.

Fall Tour is another activity that all members of the program are encouraged

Cook the squash in one of the above ways.

While cooking, make the meatballs: Brush a baking sheet with olive oil. Pulse the celery, carrot, onion, garlic and parsley in a food processor to make a paste.

Transfer half of the vegetable paste to a bowl; add the ground beef, ground pork, eggs, breadcrumbs, 1 cup parmesan and 1 teaspoon salt and mix with your hands until just combined. Form into about 24 two-inch meatballs; transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Bake until firm but not cooked through, about 10 minutes.

Make the sauce: Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the

remaining vegetable paste and cook, stirring occasionally, until it looks dry, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato puree; rinse each can with 1-cup water and add to the pot. Stir in the basil, oregano and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a s i m m e r, t h e n a d d t h e meatballs and simmer until the sauce thickens and the meatballs are cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.

Remove the basil.

U s e a fork to scrape the spaghetti squash flesh into strands; transfer to a large bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan. Season with salt. Divide the squash among bowls and top each with some meatballs, sauce and the remaining 1tablespoon Parmesan.

This recipe makes extra sauce and meatballs. Let cool completely, then freeze in a storage container for up to one month.

to participate in. This event focuses on educating young individuals on agriculture topics in a specific area within the state each year. In addition to the education and networking provided through Collegiate Farm Bureau, there are opportunities for students to earn scholarships through the program.

“Our goal is to provide resources and a network for students engaged in the collegiate program to advocate for agriculture,” Weems said. “There will be flexibility for these chapters to prioritize the activities they engage in and what direction they want to take it.”

The Sam Houston State charter helps members learn to promote political advocacy and learn about agriculture in general by traveling to TFB’s annual events, attending district meetings to learn about local farms and ranches, and hosting their own monthly meetings.

“This all ties Texas Farm Bureau and our Collegiate Farm Bureau charter because we are learning about how to help promote education and political advocacy for farmers and ranchers,” said Jerin Milam, president of the Sam Houston State

University Collegiate Farm Bureau chapter.

Sam Houston State’s Collegiate Farm Bureau consists of seven officers who are actively recruiting new members. These students all possess an agricultural background and are majoring in an agricultural degree.

However, it is not a requirement that members major in agriculture or come from an agricultural background.

“We have seen lots of interest from students,” Milam said. “Our officers have been attending the Student Organization Fair to spark new interest in students.”

When becoming a member of Sam Houston State’s Collegiate Farm Bureau, students can also become a member of TFB. This provides numerous benefits to young professionals beginning their career in agriculture.

“I really hope this organization can continue to work closely with the Texas Farm Bureau,” Milam said.

“I hope we will be able to continue learning about agriculture and political advocacy, as well as network with professional in the industry.”

Honoree

Republican Women’s Club Treasurer for several terms and is currently the PAC Treasurer. Lory enjoys attending club meetings and Texas Federation of Republican Women and GHC meetings, where she is always ready to help wherever she is needed.

Mary Lea Kirk presented Lory with an award of remembrance, award of Commendation from U.S. Congressman Kevin B r a d y, a n d a w a r d o f recognition from State Senator Brandon Creighton, District 4.

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from page 1 as well as serving at P r e s i d e n t o f the Montgomery County R e p u b l i c a n Wo m e n ’s Club. Lory is proud to be a native Texan and grew up in a Republican home. She and husband Don were married for 60 years and parents of 3 children and grandparents to five grandchildren. Lory has served as the Montgomery County

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Comments According to Doc 10 Superpowers That Make Introverts appear Amazing “Your vision will become clear only when you look into your own heart.

Who looks outside dreams, who looks inside, awakens.” - By: Carl Jung Walden Happenings

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

Folks, Let’s take a break for a couple of weeks away from the political scene which seems to be slow moving and pretty much the same tenure items. This week’s article is an interesting prospective of a pure analysis of the authors opinion into the personality that makes up an introvert. Heidi, the author appears to want to remain anonymous for some unknown reason. Heidi does make an interesting analysis and prospective of the innerworkings of the introvert personality.

Heidi presents her 10 superpowers which make the introverts personality appear amazing. All the text words that follow this paragraph are the unabridged words of Heidi throughout the article.

Dear Introvert,

“We live in an extraverted world, one that is not always kind to introverts. You may be that introvert who was bullied because you were quiet, or who felt as though you never fit in. Maybe you used food, alcohol, or substances to numb the pain, which created its own set of problems.

First and foremost, know that you are perfect as you are. Being introverted doesn’t make you weird, awkward, antisocial, or too sensitive. It doesn’t mean that you’re distant or fear being social.

Many introverts crave connection and relationships, but they may be most comfortable in smaller settings or for shorter periods of time, allowing you needed downtime.

Carl Jung, who identified introversion as a personality style, talked about introversion in terms of how people derive energy. Introverts, he said, derive energy by connecting inwardly; they reflect first and act with clarity.

There are many myths

about introverts and it’s hard sometimes to know what is true. It’s also easy to use these myths against yourself, and to create a story that there’s something wrong with you.

I get it—I’ve been there. It’s taken me half a decade or so to know that I’m okay as an introvert.

AS I’ve moved into my okay-ness, embracing Buddhist concepts such as non-judgment, something strange and wonderful has happened. I’ve noticed that many introverts have amazing superpowers, and I’d like to share these with you.

Whether they all resonate, or just some, quieting that inner critic and amplifying your inner cheerleader can help you to accept and love who you are.

10 Introvert Superpowers That Make You Amazing (1.) LISTENING: W h i l e i t ’s t r u e t h a t introverts may prefer being more on the sidelines, they are rarely disengaged. In fact, listening is an

exceptional strength in a world where many people jostle to be the first to express an opinion.

(2.) CALM: Okay, at least in other’s eyes, introverts usually appear c a l m a n d u n r u ff l e d .

Internally they may be freaking out, or not. This calm presence helps in many situations. Thich Nhat Hanh tells a story of the Vietnamese refugee boats, which were often approached by pirates.

When even one person on the boat remained calm, it was enough, and showed everyone how to survive.

(3.) WRITTEN C O M M U N I C AT I O N : Sitting back, reflecting, and writing out my thoughts is a great way to share. I prefer it at times, and maybe you do too.

Being able to communicate well in writing is a advantage in school or the business world.

(4.) LOYALTY: While it may take a bit to lower barriers, when they let others in and allow themselves to be vulnerable, introverts are loyal

friends and supports. When they do need to speak up on others’ be halves, natural reticence usually disappears. They are fierce allies.

(5.) OBSERVATION SKILLS/EYE: for detail Spend time with me, and I’ll remember your preferred beverage and whether you like your food spicy or mild. I’m also likely to make that guac you enjoyed next time we meet. Is that you too?

Observation and an eye for detail rock.

(6.) INDEPENDENCE: Introverts rarely need to be entertained. We can easily curl up with a good book, our dog or cat, or binge on Netflix.

(7.) DEEP THINKING: While you may or may not consider yourself a d e e p t h i n k e r, m o s t introverts are more reflective. It has to do with the natural pause we take, and the internal time thinking about the situation at hand.

(8.) THE ABILITY TO THINK BEFORE TALKING:

This one is closely related. That pause allows many introverts time to formulate an answer rather than just responding. This may make interactions feel “honest but kind,” feedback I’m proud to have gotten myself. If you are not as likely to pause, it’s worth trying.

(9.) SENSITIVITY: is one of those traits that can give introverts a bad rep, but why? Sensitivity is not the same as being prickly or overly reactive.

In fact, it’s indicative of an attunement to others that supports empathy.

(10.) THE CAPACITY TO ENGAGE PEOPLE: When introverts speak, others listen. Since introverts do not jabber on, when they feel comfortable entering a conversation, or are invited to do so, others listen. What comes out can be profound. And so, dear introvert friends, you can see why I love having you in my life. I hope you can learn to value yourself as much as I value you!

TPWD Emphasizes Importance for Boaters to “Clean, Drain, and Dry” AUSTIN – Over the holiday weekend, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is urging boaters to do their part to fight back against aquatic invasive species, such as zebra mussels and giant salvinia, which are threating Texas lakes.

Over the past year, zebra mussels and giant salvinia have continued to spread throughout Texas. While these species remain some of the biggest threats to Texas lakes, other highly invasive species can also be spread or introduced by in-state and out-of-state boaters, such as water hyacinth, Eurasian watermilfoil, hydrilla, and quagga mussels.

Zebra mussels, a nonnative shellfish that attaches to hard surfaces, pose a significant threat to our lakes. These invasive mussels damage boats and infrastructure for water supply and control, alter lake ecosystems, and cause harm to native species. They also litter shorelines with hazardous, sharp shells that impact shoreline recreation.

“Zebra mussels can be carried by anchors or attached to clinging plants, and microscopic zebra mussel larvae can be transported in residual water in the boat,” said Monica

McGarrity, TPWD Senior Scientist for Aquatic Invasive Species Management. “Taking just a few minutes to clean, drain, and dry boats can make a huge difference in our efforts to prevent the spread of this highly damaging species and the harm they cause to Texas lakes.”

Zebra mussels are now found in 33 Texas lakes across six river basins, as well as in river reaches downstream of infested lakes. There are still many Texas lakes where zebra mussels have not yet been found, and the proactive actions of boaters can help keep those lakes free of these invasive species. TPWD and partners monitor lakes around the state for early detection of zebra mussels, but once they’ve been introduced and become established in a lake, nothing can be done to control or eradicate them.

Giant salvinia, a highly invasive, free-floating aquatic fern that can double its coverage area in less than a week is also a major threat to Texas lakes. The invasive plant produces thick mats that make fishing, boating, swimming and other water recreation nearly impossible.

“There’s no doubt that

Texans love their lakes,” said John Findeisen, TPWD Aquatic Habitat Enhancement Team Lead. “We also need Texans to take action to help protect their lakes. It only takes a tiny fragment of a plant carried on a boat or trailer to create a new infestation, and preventing invasive species introductions avoids costly, longterm efforts to manage invasive species once they infest a lake.”

Giant salvinia is currently present on 23 East Texas lakes and numerous rivers, creeks, and marshes between Houston and Beaumont. While giant salvinia is not currently limiting angling or boating access in Texas public waters due to the ongoing efforts by TPWD to manage this invasive plant, there is still a chance of plants hitchhiking from one lake to another on a boat, trailer, or other equipment.

Boaters need to remove all plants, mud and debris from boats, trailers, vehicles and gear and drain the water from all equipment and onboard receptacles before leaving the lake. In addition, boats should be dried completely before visiting another lake, preferably for at least a week. Washing the boat and compartments

using a carwash or spray nozzle on a water hose can help to reduce the risk of spreading aquatic invasive species if drying is not possible.

If you have stored your boat in the water at a lake with zebra mussels, it is likely infested with zebra mussels and poses an extremely high risk for moving this invasive species to a new lake. Before moving your boat to another lake, call TPWD at (512) 389-4848 for guidance on decontamination.

On top of the harm aquatic invasive species can cause to aquatic ecosystems and the recreational experience at lakes, transporting these organisms can result in legal trouble for b o a t e r s . Tr a n s p o r t i n g prohibited invasive species in Texas is illegal and punishable with a fine of up to $500 per violation.

Boaters are also required to drain all water from their boat and onboard receptacles, including bait buckets, before leaving or approaching a body of fresh water and to immediately remove all invasive plants from the boat, trailer, and tow vehicle before leaving a lake.

For more information on how to properly clean, drain and dry boats and equip-

ment, visit the TPWD YouTube channel for a short instructional video. To learn more about giant salvinia, zebra mussels and other invasive species in Texas, visit tpwd.texas.gov/StopIn vasives.

TPWD and partners monitor for invasive species in Texas lakes, but anyone who finds them in lakes where they haven’t been found before or spots them on boats, trailers or equip-

ment that is being moved can help identify and prevent new introductions by reporting the sighting to TPWD at (512) 389-4848 or by emailing photos and location information to aquaticinvasives@tpwd.t exas.gov. To learn whether zebra mussels have been found in a water body previously, before making a report of a new sighting, visit tpwd.texas.gov/ZebraMusse lsMap.

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Montgomery County Sheriff Rand Henderson Stands Ready to Assist in Border Crisis On June 28, 2021, Governor Greg Abbott issued a statewide call for jailers across the state to assist border sheriffs with operating detention facilities and providing jail beds for those arrested for

state charges related to the border crisis. Sheriff Rand Henderson, in an effort to best serve the citizens of our great State, has agreed to answer the Governor’s call by sending resources to the border if needed.

Sheriff Rand Henderson states, “The crisis at the border affects more than just those citizens who live along the border, but also the victims of human and drug trafficking organizat i o n s . A d d i t i o n a l l y,

criminal entities have exploited this crisis to further their illicit activities. Recent changes to border policy have cr eated a d an g er o u s environment for all the citizens of the State of

Texas.” Sheriff Henderson realizes that those individuals who are not detained, processed, or held accountable in a timely manner pose a threat to residents of Montgomery and sur-

rounding counties. Sheriff Rand Henderson and his leadership are currently working on the specifics on how to best serve the mission at the border.

Governor Abbott Urges Land Owners Affected By Border Crisis To Submit Self Reporting Damage Survey Governor Abbott Urges Land Owners

Affected By Border Crisis To Submit Self Reporting

Weather for the Lake Conroe area Wednesday Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Wednesday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Thursday Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. Light south wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.

Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Thursday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76.

Friday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 86.

Friday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77.

Saturday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 87.

Saturday Night A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77.

Sunday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 87.

Sunday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76.

Monday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 88.

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Damage Survey AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott is urging Texas land owners in border communities who have been affected by the influx of unlawful immigration to complete the state's Self Reporting Damage Survey to help identify damages suffered by land owners along the

border and inform the state's ongoing efforts to secure the border.

“I strongly encourage Texas land owners along the border to report any personal property damages they incur due to unlawful immigration," said Governor Abbott.

"By completing the Self Reporting Damage

Survey, our state will be equipped with the necessary data to continue addressing the ongoing crisis at our southern border and provide the support our land owners and communities need to stay safe and secure.”

The voluntary survey, available in both English and Spanish, can be

accessed by visiting: http://damage.tdem.texas. gov. Reporting damage is a voluntary activity, is not a substitute for reporting damage to an insurance agency, and does not guarantee disaster relief assistance.

Governor Abbott Hosts 45th President Donald J. Trump For Border Security Briefing, Border Wall Tour In Rio Grande Valley

Governor Abbott Hosts 45th President Donald J. Trump For Border Security Briefing, Border Wall Tour In Rio Grande Valley AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today hosted 45th President Donald J. Trump for a border security briefing with state officials and law enforcement in Weslaco.

Following the briefing, the Governor and former President Trump toured a portion of the unfinished border wall in Pharr.

"In just five months, the Biden Administration has done everything it can to reverse President Trump's border strategy, and their open border policies have led to a disaster at our southern border," said Governor Abbott. "Because of President Biden's outright refusal to secure the border, the State of Texas is stepping up to continue the work of the Trump administration by building a wall and restoring law and order along the border. The State of Texas is grateful for our shared commitment and partnership with former President Trump to secure the border and keep our communities safe."

During the briefing, Governor Abbott, Texas Department of Public Safety Executive Director Steve McCraw, Brooks County Sheriff Benny Martinez, and Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn updated former

President Trump on Texas' ongoing efforts to secure the border and halt the trafficking and smuggling of people, weapons, drugs, and other contraband into the state. Other briefing participants included: * Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick * Te x a s A t t o r n e y General Ken Paxton * Te x a s M i l i t a r y Department Adjutant General Tracy Norris * Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd * Chris Crane, Former National Immigrations and Customs Enforcement Council President * Paul Perez, President RGV Sector, National Border Patrol Council * Sheriff Clint McDonald, Kimble County * Sheriff Brad Coe, Kinney County

* State Senator Kelly Hancock * State Representative James White * Congressman Austin Pfluger * Congressman Jodey Arrington * Congressman Jim Banks * Congressman Brian Babin * Congressman Ronny Jackson * Susan Kibbe, Executive Director for South Texans’ Property Rights Association * S h e r i f f A J Louderback, Former Chairman of the Regional Homeland Security Advisory Committee * Brandon Judd, President of the National Border Patrol Council * Tom Homan, Former Acting Director, Immigration and Customs Enforce-

ment * Mark Morgan, Former Acting Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection * Chad Wolf, Former Acting Secretary, the Department of Homeland Security Upon conclusion of the briefing, Governor Abbott and former President Trump toured an unfinished portion of the border wall that was halted by President Joe Biden. The Governor discussed the State of Texas' recently announced strategy to construct a border wall to keep communities safe and prevent unlawful immigration.

PHOTO: Office of the Governor, 6/30/21

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Life Is A Race - Determination Is The Basis Spreading the Word

By Gail J. Box Gailbox@consolidated.net

The Olympics will be soon. Athletes have practiced with much determination, for years, to win a trophy or medal for their hard work. Many nations and sponsors are the ones who give out the prizes to the winners.

These earthly races are equally applicable to our heavenly race to be accepted as a “winner.” Then the winner receives accolades for the sport, for the country they

represent, and for their hard work in training over the previous years. Also each person wants to do well on earth as we all work toward a heavenly goal where we’ll be with our God and Jesus – forever. This is what David ends with in Psalm 31 for all of us: “O love the LORD, all you His godly ones!

The LORD preserves the faithful and fully recompenses the proud doer. Be strong and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the Lord.” Psalm 31: 23 – 24.

It’s very clear that it takes determination for

Area Churches This Devotional and Directory page is made possible by these businesses Mt. Sinai Baptist, ASSEMBLY OF Bethel Road, MontGOD gomery, 936-597-4668 Cornerstone ChrisUnion Grove Baptist tian Assembly of God of Church of Richards, Conroe, located at 100 Texas Mosswood Dr., Conroe, About 11 mi N of Texas in front of River Plantation. 936-273-1755 Montgomery on FM 149 Sunday School all New Life Assembly of ages 9:45 am, Church God, Rabon Chapel Service 11:00 am, Road, Montgomery, 936Wednesday Bible Study 588-3399 and Youth Group 6 pm BAPTIST CATHOLIC Church of the Good Sacred Heart CathoSoldier (Baptist Affilialic, tion), 1501 North Frazier 109 N. Frazier, (McKenzie's BBQ), Conroe, Conroe, Texas, Phone: 936-756-8186 936-494-5775, www.churchofthegoodsol St. Mary’s dier.org. Worship: Catholic, Sunday at 10:30am, FM 1774, Sunday School: 9:30 am Plantersville, Heritage Baptist 936-894-2223 Church 19087 Lake Mt. 7:45 Service Pleasant Rd, MontgomSt. Joseph’s Catholic, ery 77356 CR 213, Stoneham, Phone: Pastor Bear 936-894-2223 936 448-4027 Gary Chapel Baptist JEWISH Church Congregation Beth PO Box 125, MontShalom, 5125 gomery, Texas 77356, Shadowbend Place, The 5525 Spring Branch Woodlands, Road, Montgomery. 713281-362-1100 478-1256, Sunday Bible Class 10:00 am, Worship LUTHERAN Service at 11:00 am.

Grace Lutheran Faith Baptist Church (ELCA), Meets at 464 McCaleb Highway 105 W., Lake Rd. Conroe, 936-588-1944 Sunday Morning Bible Living Savior Study 9:30 a.m. Worship Lutheran ChurchService 10:45 a.m.

LCMS 309 Pond St. Sunday Evening Montgomery 77356 Worship 6:00 p.m.

Church phone: 936-597St. Beulah Baptist 8013 Web : Church, located in www.livingsaviortexas.or Dobbin, P.O. Box 112, g Pastor David R. Bailes.

Montgomery, 77356 Benui Baptist METHODIST Church, Montgomery United Scott Ridge and FM Methodist Church 1097, Montgomery 22548 Highway 105 Antioch Baptist, West Dobbin, 936-597-5560 Montgomery, TX China Grove Baptist 77356 Church, Willis, 936-767Phone: 936-597-6162 4744 Sunday Worship: Dacus Baptist, Dacus, 8:30 a.m., 9:45 am., 407-735-6403, 11:00 a.m. Praise & dacusbaptist@consolidat Worship ed.net Sunday School: 9:45 www.dacusbaptist.org a.m.

First Baptist Church, Www.mumctex.org Hwy 105 W., MontRichards United gomery, 936-597-4230 Methodist Church Honea Baptist 6639 FM 1696 Church, Richards FM 2854, MontgomWorship Service 11 ery, AM 936-588-1260 Sunday School 10AM Jones Chapel Baptist, Porter Chapel A.M.E. FM 2854, 936-756Zion Church, 2505 1308 S. Hwy 1486, Mt. Calvary Baptist, Dobbin, Old Hwy 105, 936936-597-5331 or 936588-2330 449-5983

Jesus. In heaven, He was determined to be the sacrifice that would defeat sin for each one of us if we only believed Him. And God allowed that.

Only that kind of determination defeated satan in the desert before Jesus’ ministry began.

Only that kind of determination led to His trip into Samaria, where He saved not only one woman in sin, but also the whole village where she lived.

It was also that kind of determination that led to His horrible suffering leading to death for all mankind for the

sins we committed. He wanted us to live with Him for all eternity – simply because of His love for us….for all mankind, past, present, and future. And so, let us be also determined to keep our eyes on the “prize,” as He did for us: “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say rejoice! Let your gentle spirit be made known to all men. The Lord is near.

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all

comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4: 4 – 7.

It doesn’t matter where you and/or your family goes this summer.

There will be someone who may want to talk to you about the Lord. He wants us to be ready to let others know about why w e ’ r e s o h a p p y. I t happens to me all the time. I had a clerk in a grocery store say to me, “If it weren’t for people like you, I wouldn’t come to work every day.” Just try it…..!

Montgomery, 936-449Living Way Church, 4414 2080 Longmire Rd, Cornerstone Church, Conroe 1011 W. Lewis, 936-441-8875 Conroe, Hope Tabernacle 936-756-7792 Pastor David Whitaker Lakeside Bible Meets at 18961 Church, Freeport Dr Montgomery 18940 Freeport Drive 936.582.7722 Montgomery, 936Thursday 7:30pm 582-1977 Sunday School at Church of St. John, 10:00am retreat and wildlife Sunday Worship at center, 6:00pm 2615 St. Beulah Community And Chapel Rd., MontgomInterdenominational ery, 936-597-5757 Lone Star Cowboy Fellowship of MontChurch gomery 21627 Eva St. 12681 FM 149 Montgomery, TX Montgomery, TX 77356 77356 (936) 597-5742 (936) 597-3949 Pastors Randy & Darla Senior Pastor Dale Weaver Talbert Service Times: Service Times: Sundays 8:30; 10:00 and Sundays at 9:30am & 11:30am Mondays 11am / Wednesdays at 7:00pm Livestream: Watch us 6:30pm for Children & Student Ministries live Sundays & Mondays Watch us live Sundays @ live.lonestar.tv or go to the Lone Star Cowboy @fellowshipofmontgome ry.online.church or Church Facebook page follow us on Facebook and click on the @thefmchurch!

Livestream link. www.thefmchurch.co Website: m www.lonestar.tv Abundant Life EPISCOPAL Ministries Corner of FM St. James the Apostle 149 & FM 1097 W. Episcopal, Montgomery TX 77356 1803 Highland Prayer /Sunday School Hollow, Conroe, 9369:30 am Sunday Service 756-8831 11:30 am Wednesday The Grace Christian Pray/Bible Study 6:30 Outreach Center pm 25293 Tisdale Road, RiverStone CommuDobbin, Texas nity Church 936-689-3141 19380 Hwy 105 Ste. Mt. Pleasent Baptist 500 Church Montgomery, TX FM 149 N., Montgom77356 ery, 936-449-6807 Sun: 9:00 Kingdom The Church @ Lake Life, 10:30 Worship Conroe Wed: 6:30 p.m.

1701 McCaleb Rd RiverStoneCC.org Montgomery, TX April Sound Church, 77316 67 ½ April Wind S., 936-588-4975 April Sound, 936-588www.lakechurch.com 2832 Sunday worship @ Lighthouse Fellow10:00 a.m. Wed. activites ship Church, 6:30-8pm Montgomery, 936North Shore Church 582-7700 10 am Worship Living Branch Service Church, 18501 Fm1097 West Highway 105 W., Lake @ the Bentwater West Conroe, 936-588-3400 Gate Entrance New Beginning Bible Pastor Cary Smith Church, Covenant Felloship 19087 Mt. Pleasant 302 N. Danville, Cemetary Rd, 936-597Willis, Tx. 77378 8921 936/890-8034 Father’s House, www.cfmlife.org Family Worship Center, Celebration Service Highway 105 W, Lake 10am Sundays Conroe, 936-588-4660 Youth Explosing 7pm Walden Community Wednesdays Church, Pastors Sean & Lori Jo 12400 Walden Rd, Cook Walden, 936-582-6696 Services 9:30 and 11 PRESBYTERIN a.m.

First Presbyterian WaldenChurch.com Church of Conroe River of Life Church, 2727 N. Loop 336 17156 FM 1097,

West Conroe, Texas 936756-8884 Sun. 9:00 & 11:00 Sun Sch 10:00 Nursery provided Church of Christ in Montgomery 301 Pond Street, Montgomery, TX. Sunday Bible Class 9:30 am Worship - 10:30 am

and 6:00 pm Wednesday - 7:00 pm Phone: 936-582-4855 Email: cofcmontgomery@consol idated.net Web: www.cofcmontgomery.or g Paul Praschnik, Minister

us to be going about doing the work of the Lord Jesus as we begin working out our lives from the recent pandemic. It has spread throughout our whole nation, as well as through the whole world. It wasn’t caused by God. It was caused by our forever enemy – satan.

As David was being persecuted, he offered this prayer to God. Read these beautiful words: “But as for me, I trust you, O LORD. I say, ‘You are my God. My times are in Your hand; ‘ “ Psalms 31: 14 – 15a.

When I think of determination, I think of

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

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TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

NOTICE OF HEARING MARBAC, L.L.C. SOAH Docket No. 582-21-2735 TCEQ Docket No. 2021-0438-MWD Permit No. WQ0015880001 APPLICATION. Marbac, L.L.C., 9803 Highway 242, Suite 200-134, Conroe, Texas 77385, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for new Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Permit No. WQ0015880001, to authorize the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at a daily average flow not to exceed 99,000 gallons per day. TCEQ received this application on April 6, 2020.

The facility will be located at 17431 Farm-to-Market Road 1314, in Montgomery County, Texas 77302. The treated effluent will be discharged to a man-made channel; thence to an unnamed tributary; thence to West Fork San Jacinto River in Segment No. 1004 of the San Jacinto River Basin. The unclassified receiving water use is minimal aquatic life use for the man-made channel. The designated uses for Segment No. 1004 are primary contact recreation, public water supply, and high aquatic life use. In accordance with 30 Texas Administrative Code § 307.5 and the TCEQ implementation procedures (June 2010) for the Texas Surface Water Quality Standards, an antidegradation review of the receiving waters was performed. A Tier 1 antidegradation review has preliminarily determined that existing water quality uses will not be impaired by this permit action. Numerical and narrative criteria to protect existing uses will be maintained. This review has preliminarily determined that no water bodies with exceptional, high, or intermediate aquatic life uses are present within the stream reach assessed; therefore, no Tier 2 degradation determination is required. No significant degradation of water quality is expected in water bodies with exceptional, high, or intermediate aquatic life uses downstream, and existing uses will be maintained and protected. The preliminary determination can be reexamined and may be modified if new information is received. As a public courtesy, we have provided the following Web page to an online map of the site or the facility's general location. The online map is not part of the application or the notice: <https://tceq.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=db5bac44afbc468bbd dd360f8168250f&marker=-95.34147%2C30.198416&level=12>. For the exact location, refer to the application.

The TCEQ Executive Director has prepared a draft permit which, if approved, would establish the conditions under which the facility must operate. The Executive Director has made a preliminary decision that this permit, if issued, meets all statutory and regulatory requirements. The permit application, Executive Director's preliminary decision, and draft permit are available for viewing and copying at Montgomery County Clerk, 210 West Davis Street, Suite 100, Conroe, Texas.

CONTESTED CASE HEARING. Considering directives to protect public health, the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) will conduct a preliminary hearing via Zoom videoconference. A Zoom meeting is a secure, free meeting held over the internet that allows video, audio, or audio/video conferencing.

10:00 a.m. – August 18, 2021 To join the Zoom meeting via computer: https://soah-texas.zoomgov.com/ Meeting ID: 161 803 1228 Password: wWhbq2 or To join the Zoom meeting via telephone: (669) 254-5252 or (646) 828-7666 Meeting ID: 161 803 1228 Password: 698168 Visit the SOAH website for registration at: http://www.soah.texas.gov/ or call SOAH at 512-475-4993.

The purpose of a preliminary hearing is to establish jurisdiction, name the parties, establish a procedural schedule for the remainder of the proceeding, and to address other matters as determined by the judge. The evidentiary hearing phase of the proceeding, which will occur at a later date, will be similar to a civil trial in state district court. The hearing will address the disputed issues of fact identified in the TCEQ order concerning this application issued on May 26, 2021. In addition to these issues, the judge may consider additional issues if certain factors are met.

The hearing will be conducted in accordance with Chapter 2001, Texas Government Code; Chapter 26, Texas Water Code; and the procedural rules of the TCEQ and SOAH, including 30 TAC Chapter 80 and 1 TAC Chapter 155. The hearing will be held unless all timely hearing requests have been withdrawn or denied.

To request to be a party, you must attend the hearing and show you would be adversely affected by the application in a way not common to members of the general public. Any person may attend the hearing and request to be a party. Only persons named as parties may participate at the hearing.

In accordance with 1 Tex. Admin. Code § 155.401(a), Notice of Hearing, “Parties that are not represented by an attorney may obtain information regarding contested case hearings on the public website of the State Office of Administrative Hearings at www.soah.texas.gov, or in printed format upon request to SOAH.” INFORMATION. If you need more information about the hearing process for this application, please call the Public Education Program, toll free, at 800-687-4040. General information about the TCEQ can be found at our web site at www.tceq.texas.gov.

Further information may also be obtained from Marbac, L.L.C. at the address stated above or by calling Mr. Justin Baca at 713-992-2907.

Persons with disabilities who need special accommodations at the hearing should call the SOAH Docketing Department at 512-475-4993, at least one week prior to the hearing.

Issued: June 30, 2021 /s/ Laurie Gharis Laurie Gharis, Chief Clerk Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Published Date: July 7, 2021 PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE SELF SERVICE STORAGE OF CONROE WISHING TO AVAIL, THEMSELVES OF THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 59 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY CODE HEREBY GIVES NOTICE OF SALE UNDER SAID ACT THIS SALE IS BEING MADE TO SATISFY A LANDLORD LEIN BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON LINE AT www.storageauction.com STARTING ON 07/14/21. CONTENTS ARE MISCELLANEOUS, HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL ITEMS OF TENANTS AS LISTED, JOENIQUEA WILLIAMS, MONIQUE SHEPPARD. PAYMENTS WILL BE MADE IN CASH ONLY. SELF SERVICE STORAGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY BID AND WITHDRAW PROPERTY FROM SALE. Published dates: June 30 and July 7, 2021

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN APPLICATIONS ARE BEING MADE TO THE TEXAS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION BY BLUE MAGNOLIA VENUES LP, FOR A MIXED BEVERAGE PERMIT DOING BUSINESS AS THE BLUE MAGNOLIA LOCATED AT 1 WHISPERING PINES STREET, MAGNOLIA, MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX 77354.

BLUE MAGNOLIA VENUES, LLC IS GENERAL PARTNER. MANAGERS ARE TRAVIS KOVAR, ANGELA KOVAR, RANDALL BARR, AND DEBRA BARR. Published Dates: June 30 and July 7, 2021 NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF CAROLE W. MCKIM, DECEASED Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Carole W. McKim, Deceased, were issued on the 15th day of June, 2021, under Docket No. 21-41206-P, pending in County Court At Law No. 2 of Montgomery County, Texas, to: ROBERT V. MCKIM, JR. Claims should be addressed to: ROBERT V. MCKIM, JR., Independent Executor Estate of Carole W. McKim, Deceased and sent to the following address: c/o Mr. David A. Sucec Hirsch & Westheimer, P.C 1 4 1 5 Louisiana, 36th Floor Houston, Texas 77002.

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 30th day of June,2021.

Respectfully submitted, HIRSCH & WESTHEIMER, P.C. By /s/ Brian A. Buescher Brian A. Buescher SBT No. 24107717 David A. Sucec SBT No. 24060682 1415 Louisiana, 36th Floor Houston, Texas 77002 TEL: (713) 223-5181 FAX: (713) 223-9319 ATTORNEYS FOR THE ESTATE OF CAROLE W. MCKIM, DECEASED Published Date: July 7, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of NORMA J. DELL'OSSO, Deceased, were issued to PAUL D. DELL'OSSO as Independent Executor of said Estate, on June 24, 2021, in Cause No. 21-41228-P, pending in County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to Paul D. Dell'Osso, Independent Executor of said Estate, in care of his attorney Rosemary Sullivan within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

Rosemary Sullivan Collins Ostrom PLLC 816 West 10th Street Austin, TX 78701 DATED the 5th day of July, 2021.

Published Date: July 7, 2021 CITATION BY PUBLICATION Application to Determine Heirship CLERK OF THE COURT MARK TURNBULL P.O. BOX 959 CONROE, TX 77305

ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE SHELLY HUDSON 14019 SW FREEWAY SUITE 301-301 SUGAR LAND TX 77478 THE STATE OF TEXAS

TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: DAVILA, CARMEN E., Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application to Determine Heirship filed

by Manuel Davila, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on the May 10, 2021.

The file number of said matter being: 21-41211-P The style being: ESTATE OF: DAVILA, CARMEN E. The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled.

GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court, in CONROE, Texas, this 24th day of June, 2021.

(SEAL, County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS 6/24/2021 3:42:46PM /s/ Sandy Faught Sandy Faught, Deputy Published Date: July 7, 2021

NOTICE OF CONSTABLE/SHERIFF'S SALE

BY VIRTUE OF A Order of Sale issued out of the 284th Judicial District Court of Montgomery County, Texas, in a certain cause numbered 19-06-07582-CV. On the 26th day of May A.O. 2021, styled: Pinewood Association of Homeowners Inc. vs. Roderick Walker, to me, as Constable of Montgomery County Precinct No.2 directed and delivered, I have levied upon this 7th day of June A.D. 2021 and will between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. at approximately 10:00 A.M. on the first Tuesday in August A.D. 2021, ii being the 3rd of said month, at 501 N. Thompson, 4th Floor, Suite 402, Conroe, Texas 77301 of said Montgomery County, proceed to sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash in hand, all right, title and interest, if any, which the defendant had on the 7th day of June A.O. 2021, or at any lime thereafter, of and in the following described property: Lot 45, Block 1, Pinewood Forest Final Plat, a Subdivision in the City of Conroe, Montgomery County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof recorded in Cabinet Z, Sheet 182 of the Map Records of Montgomery County, Texas Said property is levied on as the property of Roderick Walker and will be sold to satisfy the judgment for $4,196.32 Dollars, and in addition to all costs accruing by virtue of said suit.

Texas Rules of Civil Procedure 643 Goods and chattels pledged or mortgaged as security for any debt or contract may be levied upon and sold on execution against the person making the pledge, assignment or mortgage subject thereto; and the purchaser shall be entitled to the possession when it is held by the pledgee, assignee or mortgagee, on complying with the conditions of the pledge, assignment or mortgage.

Bidders must pre-register prior to the sale to bid on this property.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND on this 7th day of June A.D. 2021.

Gene DeForest, Constable Montgomery County, Texas PUBLIC NOTICE /s/ C. Mike White C. Mike White, Chief Deputy Notice is hereby given application is being made to the Texas Montgomery County Constable Precinct 2 Montgomery County, Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Wine and Beer Retailer's Published Date: July 7, 14, 21, 2021 Permit by The Montgomery Grove, LLC, doing business as The Montgomery Grove located at 21806 Eva Street, Montgomery, CLASSIFIED ADS Montgomery County, Texas, 77356.

Managers are Michael $10 PER WEEK: Anderson, Kristen Anderson, Joshua Cheatham, and Jaime CALL 936-449-6397 Gonzalez.

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CAUSE NO. 20-40404-P § IN THE COUNTY COURT § § NUMBER 2 OF § § MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS

PUBLIC NOTICE Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District WILLIAM CHARLES JORDAN, Public Hearings on Permit Applications, Special Hearing, and DECEASED Regular Board Meeting.

6:00 P.M., July 13, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 655 Conroe Park North Drive Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of CHARLES WILLIAM JORDAN, DECEASED, were issued on March 17, 2021, under Docket No. 40-40404-P Conroe, TX 77303 ESTATE OF

pending in County Court No. 2 of Montgomery County, Texas, to, KRISTI MICHELE BONNIN and KIMBERLY MARIE CERON, JOINT TESTATORS. Claims may be presented in care of the attorney for the Estate addressed as follows: Joan Kehlhof, Attorney for the Co-Executrixes Kristi Michele Bonnin, Co-Executrix and Kim Marie Ceron. Co-Executrix Suite 2302 Parana Drive Houston, Texas 77080 All persons having claims against this Estate, which is currently being administered, are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

DATED this 29th day of June, 2021.

Respectfully submitted, /s/ Joan Kehlhof JOAN KEHLHOF State Bar No. 11181500 2302 Parana Drive Houston, Texas 77080 (713) 686-5444 - Telephone (713) 686-0703 – Facsimile jkehlhof@whkllp.com E-mail ATTORNEY FOR THE ESTATE Published Date: July 7, 2021

Per Gover nor Abbott's March 16, 2020 order temporarily suspending certain open meetings requirements for governmental entities to mitigate the spread of COVID 19, the District may hold this hearing/meeting by telephone or videoconference. If the hearing/meeting is held by telephone or videoconference, the District will comply with the Attorney General's requirements.

You can read the press release and additional information from the Attorney General as well as a complete list of open meetings laws subject to the temporar y suspension at:

https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/news/releases/governors-office-clearspath-governmental-bodies-meet-telephonically-or-videoconference-during Published Date: July 7, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTIFICATION TO OWNER Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of ROBERT Last known owner of: DAVIS, Deceased, were issued on June 24, 2021 in Cause No.21-41074-P, pending in the County 2010 Dodge Avenger; VIN# 1B3CC4FB1AN103681; Black in color; towed from Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to: ROBERT ALLEN DAVIS. 61201 Rye Ct on 05/04/2021 All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are 2003 Lincoln Navigator; VIN# 5LMFUZ7R33LJ23124; LP 75318K3; Tan in Color, required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: ROBERT ALLEN DAVIS towed from Hwy 59 N feeder S of FM 1485 on 01/13/2021 569 County Road 166 The item is being stored at Long Branch, Texas 75669 EMC WRECKER, 22821 Gasoline Alley, New Caney, TX 77357 (281) 339-5100 DATED the 1st day of July, 2021.

You have the right to claim the item no later than the 20th day after this posting on /s/: Gwendolyn Guinn Taylor payment of: GWENDOLYN GUINN TAYLOR A. Towing, preservation and storage charge Attorney for ROBERT ALLEN DAVIS B. Garage keeper's fees under SECTION 683.0.2 State Bar No.: 08601000 FAILURE TO DO SO IS A WAIVER OF ALL RIGHTS, TITLE AND INTEREST IN THE ITEM AND CONSENT TO THE SALE OF THE ITEM AT A PUBLIC AUCTION. Published Date: July 7, 2021

P.O. Box 1030 Cleveland, TX 77328 Telephone: (281) 592-3512 Facsimile: (281) 592-6423 E-mail: assistant@ggtaylor.lawyer Published Date: July 7, 2021

CITATION BY PUBLICATION First Amended Application to Determine Heirship CLERK OF THE COURT MARK TURNBULL P.O. BOX 959 CONROE, TX 77305

ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE DAVID S BORGER 1095 EVERGREEN CIRCLE SUITE 256 THE WOODLANDS TX 77380

THE STATE OF TEXAS TO; The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: Bryan Charles Pfluger, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the First Amended Application to Determine Heirship filed by Nettie Anne Payne, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on the April 27, 2021.

The file number of said matter being: 20-39255-P The style being: ESTATE OF: Bryan Charles Pfluger The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be intitle.

GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court, in CONROE, Texas, this 10th day of May, 2021.

(SEAL County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK 5/10/2021 1:23:49 AM MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS /s/ Sandy A. Faught Sand Faught, Deputy Published Date: July 7, 2021

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Community Museum Celebrates Birthday with ‘The New Little Red Riding Hood’ and Unicorn Princess THE WOODLANDS, TX – Hip Hip Hurray! The Wo o d l a n d s C h i l d r e n ’s Museum is celebrating its 11th birthday! On Friday, July 9, 2021, museum visitors will be able to experience an awardwinning theater performance, meet a unicorn princess, create a paper cupcake art project, enjoy story time, and share some birthday cake on this special day. Incorporated in 2001 as a nonprofit organization, the museum moved to the P a n t h e r C r e e k Vi l l a g e Center in 2010 and celebrates its anniversary in this location each year. Serving families throughout the Houston metro area, the museum has grown during this time to serve over 120,000 guests in an average year. Focused primarily on learning through play for children a g e s 7 a n d u n d e r, t h e museum offers hands-on exhibits, workshops, events and cultural performances, field trips, birthday parties, and more.

“We have grown so much during our 11 years in Panther Creek and we look forward to celebrating with the children and families we serve,” stated Angela C o l t o n , t h e m u s e u m ’s Executive Director. “This year, we are excited to welcome a performing artist from the Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster and also a princess visit. It’s

wonderful to be able to offer these experiences to the community.” Storybook Theatre of Texas is an award-winning traveling children’s theater based in New Braunfels. They are a member of the Texas Touring Artists and will visit the museum on July 9 to present two performances of The New Little Red Riding Hood. This family-friendly performance features the Big Bad Wolf as a retired caretaker of the forest and the audience will be able to meet his daughter Wanda Wolf, Granny Red, and forest animals Slinky, B a n d i t a n d H o p p y.

Performances will be offered at 11:00am and 1:00pm. The museum received a partial grant from Texas Commission on the Arts to help fund the performance and is thankful for their support of children’s theater.

Also at the birthday celebration, children can meet a unicorn princess on stage at 11:45am, 12:45pm, 1:45pm, and 2:45pm for photo opportunities. At 12:00pm, a special story time reading of Happy Birthday, Cupcake! by Terry Border will take place, delighting guests with this whimsical story that features food items as characters. Throughout the day, children can create paper cupcakes with museum staff in the Muse

Art Bar. A small piece of birthday cake, generously donated by H-E-B, will also be shared with guests as they exit the museum while quantities last.

The Woodlands Children’s Museum is open for extended summer hours, including Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am – 2:00pm and Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Guests are encouraged to prepurchase tickets for the popular birthday celebration a t www.woodlandschildrensm useum.org. A limited number of tickets will be sold to provide families with a safe and enjoyable experience. Ticket prices are $7 for adults and children over age one. Museum admission includes birthday celebration activities.

The Woodlands Children’s Museum is located in the Panther Creek Village Center at 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77381.

About The Woodlands Children’s Museum The Wo o d l a n d s C h i l d r e n ’s Museum, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, was founded out of a desire to m e e t t h e c o m m u n i t y ’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 multi-ethnic and multicultural experiences that celebrate cultural and global differences and strengthen common bonds.

Programs frequently are delivered in partnership with other nonprofit A t t a c h e d p h o t o s Children's Museum. organizations, always with the goal of making a positive courtesy of The Woodlands difference in the life of a c h i l d . woodlandschildrensmuseu m.org.

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