WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXVIII NUMBER 42 Section 1 8 pages
October 18, 2023 Home of the ‘Lone Star Flag’ and Russell Watson
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Texas Montgomery ISD Fishing Weekly Team “On a Biscuit”
Armed Felon Arrested For Drugs Following Traffic Stop
Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 14.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.03/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 39.4 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 22.8 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 6.8 cents in the last week and stands at $4.41 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas was priced at $2.56/g yesterday while the most expensive was $4.29/g, a difference of $1.73/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.56/g while the highest was $4.29/g, a difference of $1.73/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 11.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.55/g today. The national average is down 29.9 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 30.9 cents per gallon lower than a year ago, according to GasBuddy data compiled from more than 11 million weekly price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country. Historical gasoline prices in Texas and the national average going back ten years: October 16, 2022: $3.25/g (U.S. Average: $3.86/g) October 16, 2021: $2.95/g (U.S. Average: $3.30/g) October 16, 2020: $1.86/g (U.S. Average: $2.16/g) October 16, 2019: $2.31/g (U.S. Average: $2.66/g) October 16, 2018: $2.65/g (U.S. Average: $2.87/g) October 16, 2017: $2.28/g (U.S. Average: $2.45/g) October 16, 2016: $2.00/g (U.S. Average: $2.23/g) October 16, 2015: $2.02/g (U.S. Average: $2.27/g) October 16, 2014: $2.97/g (U.S. Average: $3.15/g) October 16, 2013: $3.09/g (U.S. Average: $3.35/g) Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $3.24/g, down 6.5 cents per gallon from last week's $3.30/g. San Antonio- $2.90/g, down 14.3 cents per gallon from last week's $3.04/g. Austin- $2.99/g, down 14.9 cents per gallon from last week's $3.13/g. "The downward momentum has indeed gained steam, with the national average declining over the last week with again virtually every village, town, city, region and state seeing gasoline prices fall - with the added bonus that diesel prices have also declined. While the price of oil jumped some 5% last week, I remain steadfast that additional declines are coming to gasoline prices the way the situation stands now, but remain cautious that this depends on actions that are not foreseeable, mainly the conflict in the Middle East," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. "For now, the national average is likely to soon fall to its lowest level in six months. Some areas of the Great Lakes could see a price cycle in the next few weeks, which is typical after long declines as stations often pass along the drops there faster than anywhere else. I believe the national average still has some 15-35 cents of declining to do the way things stand now." SOURCE GasBuddy
New Caney, TX – On the night of October 15th, 2023, just before midnight, dedicated Deputies from the Montgomery County Precinct Four Constable's Office, led by Constable Kenneth "Rowdy" Hayden, conducted a traffic stop in the New Caney area that led to the apprehension of a male suspect. At approximately 11:45 PM, a vigilant Montgomery County Precinct Four Deputy on patrol noticed a gold Kia Spectra traveling in the vicinity of the 23800 block of Walton Avenue in New Caney, TX. The male occupant of the vehicle was positively identified as Shilo Wells (age 26, from Porter, TX), a wanted fugitive. We l l s h a d o u t s t a n d i n g warrants from The Polk County Sheriff’s Office in Livingston, TX, for violating his bond on multiple felony narcotics and weapons charges, as well as a warrant from The Harris County Sheriff ’s Office in Houston, TX, for failure to appear on another weapons charge. Several PCT 4 Deputies swiftly executed a high-risk traffic stop at the 23800 block of Walton Avenue, successfully detaining Wells. A semi-automatic 9mm handgun was discovered in his waistband during the initial encounter. Subsequent investigation included a search of Wells' vehicle, resulting in the seizure of 15.8 grams of Methamphetamine, 6.6 grams of Alprazolam, 2.2 grams of Methadone, and 5.3 ounces of Marijuana found in Wells' backpack inside the vehicle. Wells, who was already a convicted felon prior to this incident, was taken into custody on charges of Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon by a Felon, three counts of felony Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Marijuana (4 ounces to 5 pounds). A d d i t i o n a l l y, h e w a s detained on the two outstanding warrants for his arrest. Constable Kenneth "Rowdy" Hayden commends his dedicated Deputies for their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the community. This incident is a testament to the exemplary work that underscores our mission of "Professional Law Enforcement Through Dedication and Compassion to the Public." In this case, it resulted in the removal of an armed felon and illicit narcotics from our streets, making our community safer for all.
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A r t i c l e b y M a r k past two tournaments. Hooker First, at Lake Conroe last month, the Team had I’m sure you’ve heard the largest margin of the old expression, “On a victory in the history of the Roll,” meaning everything program, winning by 17 is going your way. Well, pounds over their closest this MISD Fishing Team is competitor. Then, on Lake taking that saying a step S o m e r v i l l e t h i s p a s t further, as they’re “On a Saturday the 14th, they Biscuit,” with redeye battled not only the high cream gravy I might add, as winds and bright post they have done some frontal conditions, but also tremendous things in the all the other Houston
Tanner Gatewood and Zane Dixon
Division Programs looking to knock off the combined squad of Montgomery & Lake Creek High School Students, which make up the MISD Fishing Team. This time around, MISD had 3 Teams not only in the Top 10, but in the top 5 of this tournament, with over 176 boats from 20 area High School Programs. Claiming First Place Individually was the team of Tanner Gatewood and Zane Dixon. They were able to bring in 4 fish weighing 11.14 pounds on a very stingy Lake Somerville, where over 80% of the field did not bring in any Bass to the scales, and there were no 5 fish limits caught. To say it was tough out there would be an understatement. Claiming 3rd in the event were the Champions from Lake Conroe, Case Rutherford and Maverick
Barsh. By bringing in 7.49 pounds of Bass. By doing so, this pair has the slimmest of leads in the Anglers of the Year Race, one point, as they have 998 points out of a possible 1000. Breathing down their necks with 997 points are our Champions from S o m e r v i l l e Ta n n e r Gatewood and Zane Dixon have a combined 997 points, due to their win on Somerville, and their 4th place finish on Lake Conroe last month. Rounding out the Top 3 MISD Teams, was the pair of Trevor Mahoney and Kason Cryer. This pair brought in 7.07 pounds of Bass, claiming the 4th position, and helping the MISD Fishing Team have a grand total of 25.07 pounds for their top 3 Teams, allowing MISD claim the See MISD Fish, page 2
Montgomery Bears Celebrate Homecoming ‘23
spirit of Homecoming. And the same could be said of our Montgomery High School Bears, who celebrated their premiere game of the year this past Friday at the Montgomery ISD Football Stadium. “I love the traditions of homecoming.” said Montgomery High School Assistant Principal, Kristy Starkey, “There is a lot of heritage with the mums, festivities, the cow bells, and the sparkles. It’s really fun.” Many Lady Bears wore mums of varying sizes. Some that covered the wearers from neck to toe. One young man, a Senior, who was asked his opinion Members of the Montgomery High School Belles dance team, pose with about the mums, but their mums to show team spirit just before the Montgomery Bears Homecoming wished not to be identified, Game said, “I believe the biggest mums hide the natural by MCN contributing schedules, there is always And no matter if you are on beauty of the girls who Community............2, 3, 4, 8 writer, Ruben Borjas Jr one game that is very top of the rankings or your wear them.” Which was a Commentary...............2, 3, 4, 5 s p e c i a l f o r s t u d e n t s , team is struggling come profound statement, and Each Fall, when high teachers, administrators game time, supporters can Church Directory..............5 schools football teams and parents alike. It’s s t i l l e x h i b i t t h e See Homecoming, Legals.............................6, 7 across the district start their pinned on their calendars. camaraderie and team page 2
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