Montgomery County News, November 1, 2023 by Monte West

WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXVIII NUMBER 44 Section 1 8 pages

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Texas Veteran Randy Hall Weekly Honored For The Gas Prices Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 6.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.94/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 39.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 19.3 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 3.4 cents in the last week and stands at $4.43 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas was priced at $2.47/g yesterday while the most expensive was $4.49/g, a difference of $2.02/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.47/g while the highest was $4.49/g, a difference of $2.02/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 5.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.45/g today. The national average is down 36.3 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 27.4 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 30, 2022: $3.13/g (U.S. Average: $3.72/g) October 30, 2021: $3.05/g (U.S. Average: $3.39/g) October 30, 2020: $1.83/g (U.S. Average: $2.12/g) October 30, 2019: $2.27/g (U.S. Average: $2.61/g) October 30, 2018: $2.54/g (U.S. Average: $2.80/g) October 30, 2017: $2.24/g (U.S. Average: $2.46/g) October 30, 2016: $2.04/g (U.S. Average: $2.20/g) October 30, 2015: $1.93/g (U.S. Average: $2.18/g) October 30, 2014: $2.79/g (U.S. Average: $3.00/g) October 30, 2013: $3.02/g (U.S. Average: $3.26/g) Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $3.10/g, down 6.0 cents per gallon from last week's $3.16/g. San Antonio- $2.93/g, up 9.9 cents per gallon from last week's $2.83/g. Austin- $2.96/g, up 2.5 cents per gallon from last week's $2.94/g. "Average gasoline prices have fallen for a sixth straight week in nearly every state, with the national average now at its lowest level since March," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. "The West Coast has been home to some of the largest declines, with California seeing an impressive 80-cent drop in the last four weeks, dispelling the myth that prices don't fall as fast as they go up. In this case, they have gone done extremely quickly, a trend that will see Arizona fall back below $4 this week. Nevada could join the sub$4 club by Thanksgiving, and some stations in California will soon see a three-handle price return. For now, I believe we could see a further 10-20 cent drop in the national average in the weeks ahead, but any jolt in the delicate Middle East still holds the potential to disrupt the drop we're seeing." SOURCE GasBuddy

“American Patriot Award”

RJOA’S Left to Rt: Donna Summers, Evelyn Miller, Lyn Howard, Darla Sharer, Elaine Collings, Sherry Lockley, RJOA Pres: Jenny Lehr, SSgt. Randy Hall, Cynthia Connor, Anita Stevens, Dianne Kebodeaux, and Katherine Taglienti.

The Rebel Joan Of Arc 2721 Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy were proud to honor Veteran RANDY HALL for the “American Patriot Award” at the Texas Division UDC Convention in Clear Lake, Texas. SSgt. RANDY L. HALL earned his “American P a t r i o t Aw a r d ” a f t e r serving 20 years in the US Air Force, 1976-1996. This award may be

presented to those who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States, or who have participated in the U.S. Space Program, but who are unable to document Confederate lineage as required for other Military Service Awards. Ssgt RANDY L. HALL earned his “American Patriot Award” serving 20 years in the U. S. Air Force. He was

a C130 Loadmaster; responsible for scheduling, maintaining, and training aircraft load planning courses for other Department of Defense units. He also maintained flying currency in Lockheed C130 aircraft with 4, 500 logged flying hours. Additionally, RANDY taught AF-JRROTC (Air Force Junior Officer Training Corps) for 15

years at Aldine High School, Houston, Texas. R A N D Y ’ S submissions for the United Daughters of the Confederacy’s esteemed “American Patriots Awards”, sponsored by the Rebel Joan Of Arc 2721 of The Woodlands included: * The responsibility of scheduling, maintaining, and training aircraft load See Hall, page 3

Excitement Unveiled: North Houston Art Gallery's Ribbon-Cutting Event

Art aficionados and culture enthusiasts, mark your calendars because a momentous occasion is just around the corner. On November 3, 2023, North Houston Art Gallery is set to unveil its muchanticipated dazzling ribbon-cutting event that promises to be a celebration of creativity and artistic expression like no other. Located in the heart of Montgomery, Texas, North Houston Art Gallery is poised to become a cultural hub for the region, showcasing a diverse array of visual and contemporary art. This cutting-edge gallery has been carefully designed to provide both emerging and established artists with a platform to share their talent and unique perspectives with the world. The ribbon-cutting event on November 3rd is more than just a formality; i t ’s a s y m b o l o f t h e gallery’s commitment to fostering a thriving arts community and offering an Community............2, 3, 4, 8 inclusive space for all art Commentary...............2, 3, 4, 5 e n t h u s i a s t s . H e r e ’s a

Community Partners Host a Health & Wellness Event That Focuses on Nature and the Outdoors CONROE, TEXAS – Calling all nature lovers! Join Lone Star Family Health Center, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Family & Community Health, Texas A&M Forest Service and Recovery Untamed for Rooted in Health, Nurtured by Nature Health & Wellness Event. The event takes place Saturday, November 4, 2023, at W.G. Jones State Forest from 9 am to 2 pm. The event is free. Participants can enjoy nature and outdoor activities, take a walk on the forest trail, have fun activities for kids and meet professionals in the health and natural resource fields. Learn how time in nature can benefit your physical and mental health and wellbeing. “We are excited to bring this unique event to the community,” said Caroline Cruz, county extension a g e n t f o r Te x a s A & M A g r i L i f e . “ We h o p e participants learn about the positive effects that time in nature and the outdoors has on our physical, mental and emotional health and wellbeing.” Additional participants in the education station area to date include Friends of Texas Wildlife. Lone Star Groundwater Conservation D i s t r i c t , C h i l d r e n ’s Environmental Literacy Foundation, MET Partnership for Thriving Families, Montgomery County 4-H Program, Recreational Equipment, Inc (REI) and Montgomery County Public Health District. For more information on the event, visit www.facebook.com/Mont CoFCH or call Caroline Cruz with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension at 936539-7825.

Attention City Of Montgomery Residents And Businesses Let’s Spread Holiday Cheer

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Let's spread the holiday cheer by decorating our homes and businesses! Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be given to residential and commercial winners! Judging will occur on November 29th (same day as Light up the Park judging). Happy Holidays! If you are unsure if your address is within the city limits of Montgomery, p l e a s e e m a i l events@ci.montgomery.tx .us

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Sports

Momentum Hits the Wall; Texans Lose to the Winless Panthers 15-13

By: James M. Rankin, Sportswriter Montgomery County News with too many mental mistakes and turnovers. Charlotte, North This was the first game Carolina: that C.J. Stroud had some of The Houston Texans, his passes batted down at coming off the victory the line of scrimmage. He against the New Orleans had his lowest production Saints along with a bye for the season with sixteen week to recharge their ( 1 6 ) c o m p l e t i o n s o n collective battery, dropped a twenty-four (24) attempts close one to the Carolina for only one hundred and Panthers 15-13, in the forty (140) yards. Stroud closing seconds of the scored their first touchdown game. on a quarterback sneak. The contest pitted two There were a few spot- on top draft picks and rookie connections that he evenly quarterbacks Bryce Young d i s t r i b u t e d w i t h h i s and CJ Stroud. Interesting, receiving squad of Nico the two athletes have Collins, Noah Brown and competed throughout their Tank Dell who were playing lives in Southern w i t h p a s s i o n . C a l i f o r n i a . H o w e v e r, Unfortunately, the bye week Young won out on this s e e m e d t o m e l t t h e Sunday afternoon, and got momentum that the team his first NFL victory against had generated during the his childhood rival. previous weeks. Many pundits predicted According to Coach a high scoring passing Ryans, the team needed to attacks from both teams; focus, play physical and however, it turned out to be finish plays. The Texans’ a defensive battle along running attack is still

lacking; although, they do have a good combination of Dameon Pierce and Devin Singletary who combined for twenty-two (22) carries for seventy-six (76) yards. Te x a n s ’ f u l l b a c k Andrew Beck found the endzone after Dameon Pierce’s touchdown was called back; however, Dameon got the spike. Unfortunately, in the second half, Beck lost the handle and fumbled turning the ball over the Panthers that led to a score. The Texans’ defense played tough at times stopping the Panthers on the one-yard line on a fourth and goal. Texans’ defensive back Shaquill Griffin led the team with eight (8) solo tackles. Defensive end Jonathan Greenard had an excellent outing with 2 ½ sacks along with three (3) solo tackles and three (3) assists. Also, Malick Collins had two (2) sacks.

Trick or Treat Historic Montgomery

Montgomery Police Officer Norris Hayter, keeps Kayleigh 4, and Brodie Connolly, 2, safe, as they traverse the streets of Historic Montgomery looking for candy by MCN contributing writer, Ruben Borjas Jr Old Town became a twilight zone of Macabre fashioned young spooky spirits and entities of an eerie persuasion, this past Saturday during ‘Trick or Tr e a t H i s t o r i c M o n t g o m e r y, ’ w h e r e thousands of kids donned their favorite Halloween attire to celebrate with family, friends, and shop owners, as everyone welcomed Halloween 2023. And even the muggy temps couldn’t stop a sea of kids, who with their bags at the ready, wanted at this time of year what all kids want. Scores of delicious delectables that will keep them sugar rushed for the rest of the year. October is all about Halloween, where kids participated in the spirited festivities all over Old

Town, hitting the candy hot spots with their parents and grandparents, who probably remembered their own past heavy sugar days of their childhood; when they as costumed kids traipsed around their neighborhoods door knocking and begging for treats. To the gall of Montgomery County dentists’, kids had their choice of over 30 Historic Montgomery businesses and booths to choose from for their candy hauls. Everyone was in the sweets game this day, as not a tooth lay uncandy coated, nor a brain unsugar-rushed; as kids, young and old alike made their rounds to collect their sweet and sour stashes. And smiling away as they did it, again; to the gall of county dentists’, who may pretend to roll their eyes, but will appreciate the

increased business after the sweet season ends. “It’s our third year coming here, and we just love it,” said Kristy O'Connell, of Montgomery, visiting Old Town with her husband and kids, who were all excited. “It is such a great experience, and we look forward to it every year.” Kristy’s daughter Aris, not to be out talked by Mom, interjected, “I love Trick or Treating in Montgomery. I can’t wait for it again next year.” Ths was the fifth event that started in 2018, and has been celebrated every year since, save the pandemic year. The O’Connell’s were just one of the seemingly thousand plus families that visited Historic Montgomery this year for Halloween. And as they made their way from Jim’s Hardware, through the Community Building courtyard, to H-Bistrot and beyond, the crowds just kept coming in a human tidal wave headed for the candy coated shores of Old Town. The little cheese shop that could, Slish of Amish, for a good while, seemed to be the center of the Historic Montgomery Halloween Universe, as lines of kids packed the walkway starting their candy quest. The store had teamed up with Montgomery’s own Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12223, on their storefront, handing out

https://www.houstontexans.com/ Texans led in the fourth quarter 13-12, but the Panthers drove down the field with a variety of plays as Carolina place kicker Eddy Pineiro lined up for their last second twentythree (23) yard field goal to get their first victory of the year. It was a heartbreaker, but we learn more in our

defeats than we do in our victories. In other AFC South action, the (6-2) Jacksonville Jaguars are in first place in the division, and took care of the Pittsburg Steelers 20-10, the (3-5) Indianapolis Colts lost to the New Orleans Saints 38-27 and the (3-4)

Tennessee Titans defeated the Atlanta Falcons 28-23. After eight (8) weeks into the 2023 season, the Texans are tied with the Titans for second place in the division. The (3-4) Houston Texans host the (3-4) Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Reliant Stadium, so read all about it in your hometown paper.

candy to the multitudes, which by the end of Trick or Treating, was all gone. Angie Miller, Slish of Amish’s General Manager, had a novel idea of setting up a pumpkin ring toss game in the courtyard next to her shop for the kiddos. She had over 700 prizes for the candy searchers, all of which were gone at day’s end; including a box of kids books that the VFW had provided, via a Daughters of the American Revolution - Coushatti Trace Chapter donation. “It’s fantastic,” said Angie Miller. “So many kids, so many parents, having fun, and that’s what it's all about. To get people down here in the Historic District, just to enjoy themselves and see what we are all about.” Smiling faces were all around Historic Montgomery, and virtually every street was covered. And on FM 149, cars waited patiently for Trick or Treaters to cross back and forth the candy trail. And despite a lot of walking for the little feet that made their way, many trekked it all over, filling their bags with their coveted treasure. The kids were decked out in all sorts of costumes, as well as parents and some grandparents. From grim reapers, to mummies, to a bloodied Carrie, and many inflatable dinosaurs, aliens, and not to mention the ‘Among Us’ costumes covering the entire body. Then you had your girls dressed as ‘Wednesday,’ princesses, and fairies. One enterprising little girl dressed as Dolly Parton,

and an innovative boy dressed as a robot made of cardboard, and actually won the costume contest. It goes without saying that many great memories were made in and around the streets of Historic Montgomery, Saturday. Kids will put this event on

the calendars for next year. Parents for sure will. It’s not many places where you can find hours of fun and free entertainment that is safe and family friendly. It is one of the great characteristics that make Montgomery such a great city.

connections within the art Art from page 1 world. Attendees will have glimpse of what attendees can expect: **1. A Distinguished Guest List:** The event promises to be a starstudded affair, with local artists, art critics, collectors, and members of the Houston art community i n a t t e n d a n c e . I t ’s a n opportunity to network with creatives and engage in discussions about the art world. **2. Art Exhibitions:** North Houston Art G a l l e r y ’s i n a u g u r a l exhibitions will feature an eclectic mix of artistic styles and media, from classic paintings to modern installations. This gallery aims to provide a platform for both traditional and avant-garde art forms, ensuring a well-rounded experience for visitors. * * 3 . L i v e Performances:** The event will also include live performances from local musicians and performance artists, making it an immersive experience for all the senses. The fusion of art forms will undoubtedly add a dynamic element to the evening. **4. Networking Opportunities:** The North Houston Art Gallery is dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering

the chance to meet artists, curators, and art enthusiasts, opening doors to potential collaborations and creative discussions. **5. Community Engagement:** Beyond the art, the gallery is committed to engaging with the local c o m m u n i t y. E x p e c t interactive activities, workshops, and opportunities for budding artists to explore their creativity. In a world where art transcends boundaries and connects individuals from all walks of life, the North Houston Art Gallery promises to be a haven for art enthusiasts and a cornerstone of Houston’s cultural scene. So, whether you’re an a v i d a r t c o l l e c t o r, a connoisseur of culture, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of artistic expression, the ribbon-cutting event on November 3, 2023, at North Houston Art Gallery is an event you won’t want to miss. It’s an invitation to celebrate the fusion of creativity, culture, and community. Let’s come together to welcome this exciting addition to H o u s t o n ’s c u l t u r a l landscape with open arms and open minds.

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Weekly Columns Protecting Your Social Security Payout A weekly column by Kent Pendleton

To handle payments for a disabled senior, it's not enough to put powers of attorney, medical directives or guardianship arrangements in place. One in three seniors will die with dementia.1 It’s a sobering statistic, and when you consider it alongside increasing longevity, it’s easy to see why planning for the potential impact of diminished capacity on your or a loved one’s future finances is critical. An estimated 6.5 million Americans ages 65 and older are living with

Alzheimer’s, and more than 11 million Americans are providing unpaid care for someone struggling with dementia.1 Numbers like these prove that planning for the possibility of long-term care and considering who will make decisions if you can’t is not simply smart, it is necessary. And that planning now – before you have the need or are unable to share your wishes – is essential. Protecting yourself When it comes to handling Social Security payments for a disabled senior, establishing powers o f a t t o r n e y, m e d i c a l directives or guardianship arrangements may not be enough. The Social Security Administration (SSA) requires a special designation known

as representative payee. A representative payee is someone who acts on behalf of another person who is incapable of representing themselves and is responsible for directing payouts exclusively to meet a beneficiary’s needs. The SSA may determine that an individual is incapable of managing or directing someone else to manage his or her benefits and would then appoint a representative payee. Family members may also consult the SSA if they believe their family member necessitates a representative payee. G e n e r a l l y, a f a m i l y member or friend serves as representative payee. If friends or family are not able to serve as payees, the

SSA will look for qualified organizations to be representative payees. The SSA requires that all legally incompetent adults and most minor children (a disabled child or young adult entitled to Supplemental Security Income, for example) have a representative payee. In most cases, the person in this role cannot be paid for the work they do on behalf of the incapacitated person. And the SSA requires them to keep careful records. A critical thing to keep in mind about the responsibilities of acting as a representative payee is that the permissions that accompany the role do not extend to other facets of y o u r a ff a i r s . M a k i n g medical decisions or signing legal documents on

your behalf will still require that someone be granted powers of attorney or guardianship. Protecting a loved one If you assume the role of representative payee, the SSA offers a range of resources via ssa.gov, including a series of training videos, a downloadable guide and a frequently asked questions page. The process will likely require a trip to a Social Security office and a completed SSA-11 form explaining why the beneficiary needs assistance and why they have selected you for the job. Recall, too, that this designation will be in addition to any other legal or medical role you might be playing for your loved one. It’s one piece of the

larger whole that, with forethought and planning, can help ensure your loved one’s – or your own – future is secure. If you would like to know more about this article or past topics, please give our office a call in Montgomery, TX a call. Kent Pendleton, AAMS® F i n a n c i a l A d v i s o r, RJFS Pendle Hill Advisors LLC 14375 Liberty St, Ste 109 | Montgomery, TX 77356 T 936-297-8267 1 Alzheimer ’s Association, “2022 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures”

Real Estate Corner with Megan Stultz Brought to you by Megan Stultz and Coffee & Contracts

Are you thinking of buying or selling or curious about the local market as we head into winter? Today, I’m sharing my thoughts on what you can expect — especially if you’ve got real estate on your mind. First, a few bright spots for buyers: In most major U.S. markets, including Montgomery, home prices have stabilized. On average, they rose just 3% from August 2022 to 2023 — a far cry from the 16.1% jump in prices we saw between August 2020 and 2021. Fall and winter are actually solid times to buy. Why? • Less competition • An uptick in inventory • Motivated sellers It's true that supply

Hall from page 1 planning courses for other Department of Defense units. * Instructor for classes of 1,000-plus students of affiliated units in air craft load planning, hazardous materials, and combat readiness. * Maintaining flying currency in the Lockheed C-130 aircraft with 4500 logged flying hours. * Aircrew flying Instructor, refresher, and air crew block training. SSgt. RANDY HALL

grows in the spring, but that also means you'll face more competition. One more thing: Don't let the prospect of rising interest rates deter you. There are still open avenues for securing a mortgage, and should rates drop in the future, you always have the option to refinance. On the selling side, now i the time to list your home, regardless of the season. Buyers are reaching out every day — and some of them are looking for a home just like yours. If you're considering buying or selling a home in the coming months, don't hesitate to reach out. I’m Offered at $3,500,000 here to help however I can. This stunning 5,360 square foot fully furnished home with 5 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms is beautifully located on a spacious corner lot in the heart of Bluejack and within steps of The Sanctuary, Tennis Center, and The Fort. The home features an open floor plan with soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and walls of windows for the natural light to shine Source: Leaves will fall. throughout. The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances and gorgeous quartzite countertops, and the Housing prices won't, spacious living room is perfect for entertaining guests. The home also has a separate casita with a bedroom, bathroom, experts predict and kitchenette, perfect for guests or for a home office. The outdoor living space is simply breathtaking, with an enclosed patio, a fire place, and a lush lawn overlooking Fort Lake. This home is the perfect place to relax and unwind, -Megan Stultz or to entertain guests in our trademark laid-back luxury style. Call or Text 936-5372587 https://www.har.com/homedetail/4433-holly-trail-rd-montgomery-tx-77316/13762611 Megan@MeganStultz .com www.FairwaterWest Listing agent mont.com Megan Stultz Platinum

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served in Deployments with: *Operation Urgent Fury, *Operation Desert Shield Desert Storm, *Operation Provide Comfort and Northern Watch, *Operation Provide Hope, *Operation Safe Haven, *Operation Uphold/Restore Democracy, *Operation Safe Passage, *Operation Prompt Return, *Operation Provide Promise. R A N D Y H A L L’ S Aw a r d s i n c l u d e : T h e Meritorious Service Medal, 7 USAF commendation medals, 2 South-

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west Asia medals, National Defense Medals, Humanitarian Service Medals, 2 Combat Readiness medals, 2 Armed Forces Expeditionary medals, and 2 Outstanding Unit medals. RANDY’S Life after the Air Force, included Aldine Senior High School Air ForceJROTC AeroSpace Science Instructor: *Teaching AeroSpace Science , Leadership, and Military

Drill and Protocol. *Responsible for Ordering, Inventory, and issuing of Uniforms. *Responsible for maintaining Budgets. *Responsible for the training of Military Drill Teams. *Instructor at Summer Leadership Camps for over 250 cadets. Rebel Joan Of Arc Officer of Military Service Aw a r d s : C Y N T H I A CONNOR, and her Committee of ANITA

STEVENS, DIANNE KEBODEAUX, ELAINE COLLINGS, and JENNY LEHR, were proud submit this veteran for the American Patriot Award at Te x a s D i v i s i o n U D C Convention! 15 Rebel Joan Of Arc Members attended to honor SSgt. RANDY HALL on their Historical Evening! CONGRATULATION S S S G T. R A N D Y L . HALL ON YOUR “AMERICAN PATRIOTS

AWARD”, FROM ALL THE REBEL JOAN OF ARC CHAPTER, AND MONTGOMERY COUNTY!!! ~RJOA HONORING OUR VETERANS~! Submitted by RJOA Chairman of Public Relations: Elaine Collings, ehcollings@gmail.com And: RJOA Officer of Military Service Awards: Cynthia Connor.

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Opinion / Editorial Ruben Protect Our Kids Borjas Jr, Columnist Ruben’s Montgomery Musings This column may upset some, and maybe make some see the light, but it needed to be written. Imagine a society where depending on which state you live in, if you and the regime disagree on the raising of your child, then you are at fault; and at any time, your child can be removed from your household and placed into

polity custody. You’d think that would happen in Nazi G e r m a n y, C o m m u n i s t Vietnam, North Korea, Soviet Russia, Communist China, or eventually even Canada under Trudeau. But the reality is that states like Washington and California, they do have the ability to remove a child from parental care, especially if the minor is seeking chosen

Weather for the Lake Conroe area Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 56. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Wednesday Night Clear, with a low around 35. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Thursday Sunny, with a high near 63. East wind around 5 mph. Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 49. Friday Sunny, with a high near 71. Friday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. Saturday Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Saturday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. Sunday Sunny, with a high near 78. Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 63. Monday Sunny, with a high near 81.

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gender-affirming care. The industry of transgenderism is a multibillion dollar commercial empire. And it has cornered the gender dysphoria market. They’re taking advantage of the fad, where girls who want to be boys, or vice versa, are part of the group of kids who show signs of dysphoria as young as five. The typical fad lasts on average about six years. This is being abused by Socialist Democrat juntas like California, which implement non opt-out public school curricula that denies fixed gender identities, while at the same time, bringing exposure to same-sex intimacies and other forms of sexual experimentation. School children should be just that, students that should be learning their ABCs. Yet, Socialist teachers are teaching them their LBGTs. And in states with Comprehensive Sexuality Education, or CSEs, they are sexualizing children as young as 5 years of age. It’s complete Socialist Democrat madness. Once the kids are hooked by the CSEs, those who want to experiment further, get trapped into taking puberty blockers, with or without parental approval. It’s insane. Of course, the goal of these trans-pushers is genital mutilating sex reassignment surgery, and this happens to many before they reach the age of sexual maturity. And who knows what the DEAL is between Te a c h e r s U n i o n s a n d Doctors who perform the surgeries. It could be in the range of hundreds of millions of dollars, and no one has really looked into the ‘follow the money’ aspect of this madness yet. A lot of people are getting rich over mutilating our kids. And that real kicker here is, when the kids want to achieve sensual fulfillment, at an appropriate age of course. They will

find out that it’s a mathematical impossibility, due to the mutilation surgery itself. And when the fad is over, you can never return to the person you were originally. The damage has been done. And as far as birthing a child, forget it. Then there are the reports of hair loss in transgender males, 43%; and 65% in transgender females. KC Miller, who started puberty blockers seven years ago, is now a balding 22 year old trans male, now wishes she, or he, had never transitioned. This is just another in a series of, ‘I Told You So’s,’ that Socialist Democrats never think about in determining the terrible consequences of their actions. I could make a killing if I started a ‘Consequences to Actions’ consulting firm. Tell me what the Socialist Democrats will do, and I will tell you what the unintended consequences are. LOL. The only SOLUTION to this madness of Gender Dysphoria that Socialist Democrats have hijacked. It’s simple. NEW LAWS in 2025. For those unfortunates, like KC Miller. The poor kids who have been fooled into transgenderism. They need to be able to FILE LAWSUITS against their gender transforming Dr. Mengele’s, organizations, and schools, that have stolen any future for happiness and wanton attainment. The laws should even extend to parents, like California father Ted Hudacko, who went up against his ex-wife, her son’s lawyer, and a Cali judge, who stripped Ted of his parental rights; which allowed his son to have sex reassignment surgery, and stuck Ted with the $200,000 insurance bill. We all get upset with African women and girls with their genital mutilation stories, but when it comes to our own American kids, who need our protection.

Yo u r l o c a l S o c i a l i s t Democrat NAZIs, will proudly march them off to a life full of unintended consequences that was never test marketed to determine outcomes. It’s bad enough when one parent uses their kid, but when both push transgenderism on their own kids? Case in point, Jazz Jennings (JJ), the star of TLCs, ‘I am Jazz,’ who was reinforced since kiddom, that he was in fact a she. He started on puberty blockers at 11, which stopped her penis from growing. Then when it came time for her gender transformation surgery at 17 years old, doctors realized that Jazz’s little ‘peepee thingy’ didn’t have enough penile skin to create an artificial vagina (AV). She has since received more surgeries, that involved using stomach lining to create her robo-vagina. Then there is the maintenance on her ego that caused her to balloon up to an enormous weight with her food addiction. Not to mention the maintenance of her AV, which doesn’t contain any natural mucous membranes to help protect the skin like in a real vagina. So routine cleaning with warm soapy water is needed. It’s like changing the oil & filter in your electric vehicle four times a week. The ringer in all of this reassignment enterprise is the use of dilators to prevent the AV from closing. A lifetime chore that teenage girls have no time for with everything going on? I recently saw a YouTube video from Sky News Australia in their ‘Lefties Losing It’ segment, in which a very pregnant Candace Owens was at a Turning Point USA event on a college campus. She was asked by an emotional trans activist, “What do you have to say to trans students on campus who actively feel victimized by your

presence here today?” Owens brilliantly answered. “Life’s tough, get a helmet man, I’m too pregnant for this.” Emotionalism is the backbone of all Socialist Democrat arguments, and just because you boohoo, whine, and cry, it doesn’t mean you’re right. And instead of Socialist Democrat schools and universities telling their students to GROW UP, they are putting out products that are unable to critically think. On top of that, graduates set conditions (it should be the other way around) on employers, who eventually let them go. And when it comes time to realize that they have been lied to their entire academic careers, graduates with worthless degrees like fine arts, ethnics, gender, womens’ and queer studies, and many others; come to find out that they are soaked with massive student debt, and their only qualification is working at a fast food restaurant, which will eventually turn to automation, like Conroe’s newest McDonalds, on South Loop 336. Those grads won’t even get a chance to say, “Would you like fries with that,” anymore. I remember seeing a video of another one of my favorite Black Influencers, ‘The Officer Tatum,’ where JJs Mom, told other mothers of transgender girls, that she forces a dilator down her daughters AV, because Jazz is lazy about doing the procedure. Other videos show that Jazz has had misgivings about her transition, but it’s too late. I’m predicting that once the cameras finally do ‘wrap’ on Jazz Jennings, or Jaron Bloshinsky (according to one instragramer), her given name. She will s e l f - s l a u g h t e r. I t ’s happened too many times before, not to predict it.

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Robert Nichols On October 25, 1886, the Texas State Fair opened in Dallas. For 137 years, the Fair has operated in Dallas. During the first State Fair, a rival organization opened the Dallas Exposition at the same time. Both fairs were successful and drew crowds of over 35,000 people a day at the time. Eventually the groups merged and became the State Fair of Texas. The current fair grounds in Fair Park were the original location of the Dallas Exposition. The grounds were expanded in 1936 when it became the site of t h e Te x a s C e n t e n n i a l Exposition. Here are five things happening around your state: 1. Texas ranks as one of most talented states According to a recent report, Texas is one of the most talented states in the nation. Texas ranked third in a list that evaluated how many film, music, sports, and comedy stars are from each state. Only New York and California exceed Texas’ over 8,000 nativeborn stars. Those two states are boosted by actors and comedians, where Texas excels with the most professional athletes. There are more than 1,000 more notable athletes from Texas than the next highest ranking state, Illinois. Most star athletes from Texas play

football or baseball, but there are still significant numbers of basketball and hockey players as well. Texas is followed by Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Florida, Michigan, New Hersey, and Massachusetts. 2. Third special session update This month, the Governor called the Legislature back for the Third Called Special Session. Topics on the call include border security, p u b l i c s a f e t y, e n d i n g COVID vaccine mandates, and education savings accounts. The Senate got started quickly, passing five Senate bills in our first week of special session. Senate Bill 1 establishes the education savings account program. While I did not vote for SB 1, it passed the Senate and is now in the House. Senate Bill 2 is a wide-ranging public school finance bill that includes teacher pay raises, an increase in the basic allotment, and an increase in school safety funding. Senate Bill 4 relates to border security especially penalties for smuggling or operating a stash house. Senate Bill 11 also relates to border security creating a criminal offense of improper entry from a foreign nation. Lastly, Senate Bill 7 prohibits private employers from adopting or enforcing a

Sen. Robert Nichols by Sen. Robert Nichols, Senate District 3 requirement for employees to have the COVID-19 vaccine. All of these bill passed the Senate and are now in the House where they are being further refined and debated. This special session will last a maximum of 30 days, bringing it to a close around November 9. 3. Jacksonville-based business to be featured on Shark Tank Shark Tank, a business reality television series, is et to feature local Jacksonville businessmen for their innovative new product. Called the “Krapp Strapp,” the product helps outdoorsmen when nature calls while they’re in the woods. The simple, but effective, invention was developed by Keith Lindsey and Bob Legg of Air Boss Outdoors. While their top selling products are waterfowl decoys, this new product is the one that opened the door for them to appear on the show. Be sure to tune into the episode which will air November 3. 4. Texas hits new record for job growth Texas’ job count hit a historic milestone last month, s urpas s ing 14 million jobs. Employment increased by over 61,000 positions over the month, marking 31 consecutive months of growth. Texas’ annual growth rate of 3.2 percent beat the national

growth rate by 1.1 percentage points. Employment in nine of Texas’ eleven major industries expanded over the month. Those industries are trade, transportation, utilities, professional and business services, private education and health services, and manufacturing. 5. TWC awards training g r a n t t o Wo r k f o r c e Solutions Deep East Texas The Texas Workforce Commission announced this month it awarded Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas a $15,000 grant for High Demand Job Training to prepare workers in East Texas for long-term, highdemand careers. The High Demand Job Training program is part of a statewide effort to support collaboration between Workforce Development Boards and local economic development entities. The partnerships create job training programs for highdemand occupations. The grant will be used in conjunction with Crockett Economic and Industrial Development Corporation to help over 60 students from the local school district earn certifications in occupations such as healthcare, forklift operations, and risk management.

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Where is a good place to go for vacation? That is one of the most asked questions I get as a travel advisor. The destination depends on what you are wanting to do, and the time of year you want to go. As a travel advisor, we will evaluate all the options to create an itinerary that will be best suited for you. This past summer, we made a last-minute decision to travel to Cocoa Beach, Florida for a relaxing beach vacation, as well as hoping to see a NASA launch. We also

spent a couple days in Orlando for a Disney experience. Although the NASA launch was postponed a few days and we were not lucky enough to see the launch, our hotel, the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront and the surrounding hotels have ideal beach front views for the rockets to blast off. Cocoa Beach sits adjacent to Port Canaveral, which is the busiest cruise port in the country. It is not only a great vacation destination in itself, but it also a great extension to a cruise vacation with pre and post vacation stays. Port Canaveral is the home to Carnival, Royal C a r i b b e a n , D i s n e y, Norwegian and MSC, and is also a port that cruise lines come use to visit as a port of call, bringing tens of thousands cruise passengers to explore the area for the day from all around the world. Kennedy Space Center is one of the biggest

Area Churches This Devotional and Directory page is made possible by these businesses 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, 936-5883399 BAPTIST Church of the Good Soldier (Baptist Affiliation), 1501 North Frazier (McKenzie's BBQ), Conroe, Texas, Phone: 936-494-5775, www.churchofthegoodsol dier.org. Worship: Sunday at 10:30am, Sunday School: 9:30 am Heritage Baptist Church 19087 Lake Mt. Pleasant Rd, Montgomery 77356 Phone: Pastor Bear 936 448-4027 Gary Chapel Baptist Church PO Box 125, Montgomery, Texas 77356, 5525 Spring Branch Road, Montgomery. 713-4781256, Sunday Bible Class 10:00 am, Worship Service at 11:00 am. Faith Baptist Church Meets at 464 McCaleb Rd. Sunday Morning Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. St. Beulah Baptist Church, located in Dobbin, P.O. Box 112, Montgomery, 77356 Benui Baptist Church, Scott Ridge and FM 1097, Montgomery Antioch Baptist, Dobbin, 936-597-5560 China Grove Baptist Church, Willis, 936-7674744 Dacus Baptist, Dacus, 936-449-0845 dacuschurch@gmail.co m, dacusbaptist@consolidate d.net www.dacusbaptist.org First Baptist Church, Hwy 105 W., Montgomery, 936-597-4230 Honea Baptist Church,

FM 2854, Montgomery, 936-588-1260 Jones Chapel Baptist, FM 2854, 936-7562505 Mt. Calvary Baptist, Old Hwy 105, 936588-2330 Mt. Sinai Baptist, Bethel Road, Montgomery, 936-597-4668 Union Grove Baptist Church of Richards, Texas About 11 mi N of Montgomery on FM 149 Sunday School all ages 9:45 am, Church Service 11:00 am, Wednesday Bible Study and Youth Group 6 pm CATHOLIC Sacred Heart Catholic, 109 N. Frazier, Conroe, 936-756-8186 St. Mary’s Catholic, FM 1774, Plantersville, 936-894-2223 7:45 Service St. Joseph’s Catholic, CR 213, Stoneham, 936-894-2223 JEWISH Congregation Beth Shalom, 5125 Shadowbend Place, The Woodlands, 281-362-1100 LUTHERAN Grace Lutheran (ELCA), Highway 105 W., Lake Conroe, 936-588-1944 Living Savior Lutheran Church-LCMS 309 Pond St. Montgomery 77356 Church phone: 936-597-8013 Web : www.livingsaviortexas.or g Pastor David R. Bailes. METHODIST Montgomery United Methodist Church 22548 Highway 105 West Montgomery, TX 77356 Phone: 936-597-6162 Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m., 9:45 am., 11:00 a.m. Praise & Worship Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

surfing is the downtown districts. There you will find unique, stylish and always fun-filled shopping, arts and dining experiences. You can grab a local craft beer or stroll among the galleries after a day spent on the beautiful beaches. There are fun activities for everyone in the family. Shops such as Ron Jon, a 52,000 square foot retail surf shop, are great places for souvenirs for your friends and family back home. Everywhere you turn, there are things to do and places to eat. We e n j o y e d f r e s h seafood at Florida’s Fresh Grill in Cocoa Beach, the grouper bites were out of this world, and at the Shark Pit Bar and Grill, which was in located inside the Cocoa Beach Surf Company, next door to Ron Jons. While on this trip, we tried corvina and other amazingly fresh seafood dishes. Another notable area to visit for dining and shopping is the Westgate

Cocoa Beach Pier, which has shops and restaurants with entertainment. One of the things that was on our list of things to do, was to visit flight museums like the Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum in Titusville. There we saw dozens of historic warbirds such as the C-47 Tico Belle, P-51 mustangs, a F-14 Tomcat and several retired Blue Angels jets. They even had a flight training simulator with an instructor who taught you the ins and outs of flying, where you will earn a flight training certificate at completion of your flight. Fishing is always on our list when we visit the coast. There are many options for fishing from the beach, or along the roadside and under bridges for some inshore fishing. There are also places to rent kayaks or boats to fish away from the shoreline, there are also charters that can take you offshore for all kinds

8921 Carbon Church, Highway 105 W, Lake Conroe, 936-588-4660 Walden Community Church, 12400 Walden Rd, Walden, 936-582-6696 Services 9:30 and 11 a.m. WaldenChurch.com River of Life Church, 17156 FM 1097, Montgomery, 936-4494414 Cornerstone Church, 1011 W. Lewis, Conroe, 936-756-7792 Lakeside Bible Church, 18940 Freeport Drive Montgomery, 936-5821977 Church of St. John, retreat and wildlife center, 2615 St. Beulah Chapel Rd., Montgomery, 936597-5757 Fellowship of MontLone Star Cowboy gomery Church 12681 FM 149 21627 Eva St. MontMontgomery, TX gomery, TX 77356 77356 (936)597-5742 Pastors (936) 597-3949 Senior Pastor Dale Randy & Darla Weaver Talbert Service Times: Sundays Service Times: @ 8 AM, 9:30 AM & 11 Sundays at 9:30am & AM Mondays @ 7 PM 11am / Wednesdays at Livestream: Watch us live 6:30pm for Children & Sundays @ 9:30 AM & 11 Student Ministries AM @ lonestar.tv and Watch us live Sundays click on Watch now. @fellowshipofmontgomer y.online.church or follow Abundant Life us on Facebook Ministries Corner of FM @thefmchurch! 149 & FM 1097 W. www.thefmchurch.com Montgomery TX 77356 Prayer /Sunday School EPISCOPAL 9:30 am Sunday Service St. James the Apostle 11:30 am Wednesday Episcopal, Pray/Bible Study 6:30 pm 1803 Highland Hollow, Transformation Conroe, 936-756-8831 Church Montgomery The Grace Christian 20350 FM 2854 Outreach Center Montgomery, TX 25293 Tisdale Road, 77316 Dobbin, Texas Sun: 10:30am 936-689-3141 Admin@TCMontgome Mt. Pleasent Baptist ry.org Church April Sound Church, FM 149 N., Montgom67 ½ April Wind S., ery, 936-449-6807 April Sound, 936-588The Church @ Lake 2832 Conroe Lighthouse Fellow1701 McCaleb Rd ship Church, Montgomery, TX Montgomery, 936-58277316 7700 936-588-4975 Living Branch www.lakechurch.com Church, Sunday worship @ Highway 105 W., Lake 10:00 a.m. Wed. activites Conroe, 936-588-3400 6:30-8pm New Beginning Bible North Shore Church Church, 10 am Worship Service 19087 Mt. Pleasant 18501 Fm1097 West @ Cemetary Rd, 936-597the 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

attractions in the area. The visitor complex is the closest you can get to the Rockets on launch day without being an astronaut! There are also two dozen space museums to visit in the area, including the American Space Museum and Space Walk of Fame, which is filled with personal items from astronauts and NASA artifacts that tell the story of the people who shaped space exploration. Space Coast, Florida is 72 miles of pristine beaches where you can relax beside crystal-blue waves, hunt for sea shells, and learn to surf. Some of the beaches are more crowded than others. Tables Beach and Pineda Beach are just over the dunes from Patrick Space Force Base and are less crowded and prime for shelling, surfing and sunbathing, and the parking is free. Not far from all the space exploration and Www.mumctex.org Richards United Methodist Church 6639 FM 1696 Richards Worship Service 11 AM Sunday School 10AM Porter Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, 1308 S. Hwy 1486, Dobbin, 936-597-5331 or 936449-5983 Living Way Church, 2080 Longmire Rd, Conroe 936-441-8875 Hope Tabernacle Pastor David Whitaker Meets at 18961 Freeport Dr Montgomery 936.582.7722 Thursday 7:30pm Sunday School at 10:00am Sunday Worship at 6:00pm Community And Interdenominational

of fish species such as red snapper, grouper, mahi and king mackerel. And there are several places for freshwater fishing also. Other activities include kayaking through mangroves and bioluminescent tours(at certain times of the year). There are also breakfast, lunch and sunset cruise tours of the bay. The area is also home of the Brevard Zoo which offers a unique experience of kayaking through animal habitats and also interactive experiences with many animals. If you’re looking for a cruise or just a visit, Space Coast is a great vacation destination. And you could mix it up and spend a few days in Orlando like we did, which makes it feel like 2 vacations in one. Let us help you with your next vacation to the Space Coast or anywhere in the world, call 777 Travel at 281-541-1301 to start planning your next vacation.

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@consoli PRESBYTERIN dated.net First Presbyterian Web: Church of Conroe www.cofcmontgomery.org 2727 N. Loop 336 West Paul Praschnik, Conroe, Texas 936Minister 756-8884 Sun. 9:00 & 11:00

Union Grove Baptist Church of Richards Please join us: Sunday School Classes for all ages begins at 9:45 AM, Church Service at 11:00 AM. We also have Monday and Tuesday night Bible Study Discussion at 6:15 PM. Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer Group as well as Youth group activities at 6:00 PM. All are welcome! July 30th is our 5th Sunday Singing 6:00PM Y'all Come!!!

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CITATION BY PUBLICATION – CIVIL Cause Number: 23-06-08795 Clerk of the Court Melisa Miller P. O Box2985 Conroe,Texas77305

Attorney Requesting Service Kevin A Forsberg 15899 Hwy 105 West Montgomery TX 77356

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CITATION BY PUBLICATION-CIVIL Cause Number: 23-05-06621 Clerk of the Court Melisa Miller P.O Box 2985 Conroe,Texas77305

Attorney Requesting Service Renee Casas 13105 Northwest Freeway Suite 960 Houston TX 77040

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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. In addition to filing a written answer with the clerk, you may be required to make initial disclosures to the other parties of this suit. These disclosures generally must be made no later than 30 days after you file your answer with the clerk. Find out more at TexaslawHelp.org."

To: Tina Benavidez You are hereby commanded to appear by filing a written answer to the Plaintiff's Original Petition at or before 10:00 A.M. of the Monday next after the expiration of forty-two days after the date of issuance of this citation the same being Monday, the 11th day of December, 2023 before the 457th Judicial District Court of Montgomery County, Texas at the Courthouse of said County in Conroe, Texas. Said Plaintiff's Original Petition was filed in said court on this the 20th day of June, 2023, in this case, numbered 23-06-08795 on the docket of said court. The names of the parties to the cause are as follows: Jennifer Garver are Plaintiffs and Tina Benavidez; Farmers Texas County Mutual Insurance Company are Defendants A brief statement of the nature of this suit is as follows, to wit: This is a suit for Personal injuries sustained as a result of an automobile collision on November 30, 2022 as is more fully shown by Plaintiff's Original Petition on file in this suit. The officer executing this writ shall promptly serve the same according to requirements of law, and the mandates thereof, and make due as the law directs. Issued and given under my hand and the Seal of said Court, at office in Conroe Texas, this on this the 25th day of October, 2023. (SEAL District Court of Montgomery County, Texas) Melisa Miller, District Clerk Montgomery County, Texas /s/ Patricia Ivey Patricia Ivey 10/25/2023 12:38:06 PM Published Dates: November 1, 8, 15, 23, 2023 STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF MONTGOMERY NOTICE OF ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF LOUISE ANN PAWALOWSKI, DECEASED Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of LOUISE ANN PAWALOWSKI, Deceased, were issued on October 26, 2023, in Cause No. 23-45396-P, pending in the Probate Court of Montgomery County, Texas, to ALLAN RAY PAWALOWSKI, Independent Executor. The address for mailing of claims is: ALLAN RAY PAWALOWSKI, Independent Executor Darden, Fowler & Creighton, L.L.P. 414 W. Phillips, Suite 100 Conroe, Texas 77301 All persons having claims against the estate, which is currently being administered, are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. Dated this 26th day of October, 2023. /s/ Larry L. Foerster LARRY L. FOERSTER, Attorney for ALLAN RAY PAWALOWSKI Independent Executor Published Date: November 1, 2023

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You are hereby commanded to appear by filing a written answer to the Plaintiff's Original Petition at or before 10:00 A.M. of the Monday next after the expiration of forty-two days after the date of issuance of this citation the same being Monday, the 11th day of December, 2023 before the 284th Judicial District Court of Montgomery County, Texas at the Courthouse of said County in Conroe, Texas. Said Plaintiff's Original Petition was filed in said court on this the 5th day of May, 2023, in this case, numbered 23-05-06621 on the docket of said court. The names of the parties to the cause are as follows: Nationstar Mortgage Company, L.L.C. are Plaintiffs and Mark Williams; Rebecca Lynne Williams and the Heirs at Law of Rebecca Lynne Williams, Deceased; The Unknown Heirs at Law of Rebecca Lynne Williams, Deceased are Defendants A brief statement of the nature of this suit is as follows, to wit: The Petition seeks an order to foreclose the lien on the property and assert a claim to the property located at 24571 Vale Lane, Porter, TX 77365 and legally described as: 0.416 Acre of Land in the N S. Schnitz Survey, Abstract No. 899, Montgomery County, Texas, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a 3/4" Iron Pipe for the Southeast corner of the herein described parcel and being the Southeast corner of Lot 3, Timberline Acres, Section S, Map of which is recorded in Volume S, Page 469 of the Map Records of Montgomery County; Thence N 89 Deg. 55' Min 00 Sec. W, with the South Line of Said Lot 3, a distance of 233.35' to a 3/4" Iron Pipe found in the East Line of Vale Lane, 60' in Width, for the Southwest Corner of the herein described Parcel, also being the Southwest Corner of said Lot 3; Thence N 00 Deg. 05 Min. 00 Sec. E, with said East Line, a distance of 78.00' to a 1/2" Iron Rod found for the Northwest Corner of the herein described Parcel; Thence S 89 Deg. 55 Min. 00 Sec. E, a distance of 233.35' to a 1/2" Iron Rod found in the East Line of the aforesaid Lot 3, for the Northeast Corner of the herein described Parcel; Thence S 00 Deg. 05 Min. 00 Sec. W, with said East Line, a distance of 76.00' to the Place of Beginning, containing 0.418 Acre of Land, more or less as is more fully shown by Plaintiff's Original Petition on file in this suit. The officer executing this writ shall promptly serve the same according to requirements of law, and the mandates thereof, and make due as the law directs. Issued and given under my hand and the Seal of said Court, at office in Conroe Texas, this on this the 25th day of October, 2023. (SEAL, District Court of Montgomery County, Texas) Melisa Miller, District Clerk Montgomery County, Texas /s/ Patricia Ivey 10/25/2023 3:36:01 PM Patricia Ivey Published Dates: November 1, 8, 15, 22, 2023 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that on October 13, 2023, Betty Munoz was duly appointed as Independent Administrator of the Estate of Ramiro Humberto Martinez in Cause No.23-45280-P, Probate Court No 1, Montgomery County, Texas and Letters of Administration have been issued to Betty Munoz. All persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present same within the time required by law to the address of Betty Munoz, being at: c/o Robert Markowitz, Attorney 18735 W. Cool Breeze Lane Montgomery, TX 77356 DATED the 26th day of October, 2023 This notice issued by: Robert Markowitz Attorney at Law 18735 West Cool Breeze Ln Montgomery, TX 77356 936-582-1945 Fax: 1-888-518-1186 Published Date: November 1, 2023

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CITATION BY PUBLICATION COMBINED APPLICATION FOR INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATION OF INTESTATE ESTATE BY AGREEMENT AND HEIRSHIP 23-45203-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE L. BRANDON STEINMANN CHERI L. BOCOX PO BOX 959 1315 ELEVENTH ST CONROE TX 77305 HUNTSVILLE TX 77340

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The following vehicles will be auctioned by the Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable Kenneth “Rowdy” Hayden at Humble Towing located at: 24672 FM 1485, New Caney, TX 77357; 281-354-8697 on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 8:30am in accordance with the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, Article #4477-9A Published Date: November 1, 2023

THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: MELANIE ANN BURRESS, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Combined Application for Independent Administration of Intestate Estate by Agreement and Heirship filed by Noack, Michael J., 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 July 20, 2023. The file number of said matter being: 23-45203-P The style being: ESTATE OF: MELANIE ANN BURRESS 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, on this the 25th day of August, 2023. (SEAL, County Court at Law #2) L. BRANDON STEINMANN, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS /s/ Eloisa Salinas 8/25/2023 10:00:51 AM Eloisa Salinas, Deputy Clerk Published Dates: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 2023

LONE STAR GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT NOTICE OF HEARING ON DISTRICT RULES November 14, 2023 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested persons within Montgomery County, Texas: That the Board of Directors of the Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District (District) will hold a hearing on the proposed District Rules as required by Chapter 36 of the Texas Water Code. This hearing will be held in-person with the option for public comment remotely by publicly accessible videoconference on Tuesday November 14, 2023, beginning at 6:00 p.m., at the District office in the James B. “Jim” Wesley Board Room located at 655 Conroe Park North Drive, Conroe, Texas 77303. Any person who desires to appear at the hearing and present comment or other information on the proposed District Rules may do so in person or by videoconference. Limits may be placed on the amount of time that each person is allowed to present verbal comments. Without any additional notice, the proposed District Rules may be adopted at the conclusion of the hearing, or any time or date thereafter, in the form presented or as amended based upon comments received from the public, District staff, attorneys, or engineers, or members of its Board of Directors. The hearing posted in this notice may be recessed from day to day or continued where appropriate. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 10, 2023. Written comments may be submitted by email to info@lonestargcd.org.

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 ONLINE AT www.storageauction.com STARTING ON 11/15/23 CONTENTS ARE MISCELLANEOUS, HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL ITEMS OF TENANTS LISTED, BRENDA SHIRD, TERRY PRICE, PAYMENTS WILL BE MADE IN CASH ONLY. SELF SERVICE STORAGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY BID AND WITHDRAW PROPERTY FROM SALE. Published Dates: October 25, and November 1, 2023. THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF MONTGOMERY

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The District is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Any person with a disability who needs special accommodations should By virtue of a Order Of Sale issued out of the Honorable 457th Judicial District Court, contact the District at (936) 494-3436 at least 24 hours in advance of the hearing if Montgomery County, Texas, on a Judgment rendered on the 10th day of April , 2023, ,in the case of Imperial Oaks Park Property Owners Association., Plaintiff, vs. Edward F. Burke (1) $1,748.92 accommodation is needed. A copy of the proposed District Rules may be requested by email at info@lonestargcd.org, will be made available at the District's website at www.lonestargcd.org, and may be reviewed or copied at the District office at 655 Conroe Park North Drive, Conroe, Texas. Any person who wishes to receive more detailed information on this notice should contact the District's General Manager, Sarah Kouba, at (936) 494-3436. Published Date: November 1, 2023 NOTICE TO CREDITORS No. 20-39568-P NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF DAVID JOE HAGAN, DECEASED. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT LETTERS of ADMINISTRATION FOR THE ESTATE OF DAVID JOE HAGAN WERE ISSUED ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 IN CAUSE NO. 2039568-P PENDING IN THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY PROBATE COURT NO. 1, TO CHRISTOPHER COLE FORBES AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR, WHOSE MAILING ADDRESS IS ESTATE OF DAVID JOE HAGAN, C/O CHRISTOPHER COLE FORBES, 103 W. PHILLIPS ST., CONROE, TEXAS 77301. ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE WHICH IS CURRENTLY BEING ADMINISTERED ARE REQUIRED TO PRESENT THEM WITHIN THE TIME AND IN THE MANNER PRESCRIBED BY LAW TO CHRISTOPHER COLE FORBES, SBN 24034000, 103 W PHILLIPS ST., CONROE, TEXAS 77301, TEL. (936) 441-8675, FAX (936) 756-3304. Published Date: November 1, 2023

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principal sum (2) $1,790.79 Attorney fees (3) Post Judgment Interest at the rate of five percent (5%) per annum on all amounts awarded in this judgment, including Attorney's fees, from the date this Judgment is signed until fully paid.(4) $382.00 Court Costs, $0.00 Judgment credit and foreclosure of a lien on the following described property, Defendant, Cause No. 22-11-15344-CV in said court, judgment being in favor of ,Imperial Oaks Park Property Owners Association, lnc., Plaintiff as against Defendant, I did on the 19th day of September 2023, at 2:10 o'clock pm., levy upon the followingdescribed property of Defendant: LOT ELEVEN (11), IN BLOCK TWO (2), OF IMPERIAL OAKS PARK, SECTION TWO (2), AN ADDITION IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN CABINET K, SHEET 1 OF THE MAP RECORDS OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS (THE PROPERTY) ; and on the 7th day of November, 2023, between the hours of 10:00 o'clock a.m. and 4:00 o'clock p.m., at the Montgomery County Courthouse located at 501 N. Thompson Suite 402, Conroe, Texas 77301, I will offer for sale and will sell at public auction, for cash, all the rights, title and interest of Edward F. Burke, Defendant in and to said property. DATED at 1520 Lake Front Circle Suite 200, The Woodlands, Texas, this the 19th day of September, 2023. /s/ John G. Vasquez Deputy John G. Vasquez Ryan Gable – Constable Pct. 3 1520 Lake Fron Circle, Suite 200 The Woodlands, TX 77380 281-364-4211 Published Dates: October 18, 25, and November 1. 2023

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Community Veteran Of The Week: Joseph Reed

Joseph Reed, right, with his friend Carl Goding, just prior to Goding being killed in action in Korea By: Ruben Borjas Jr, amongst the medics, Reed MCN Contributing Writer was promoted regularly up to Sergeant First Class as a This week's Veteran is a 19 year old. Joseph's best very special man who has friend and Senior Sergeant carried a burden of self- Carl Goding, 21. Imagine guilt for over 60 years that that, at these young ages, o c c u r r e d d u r i n g T h e these young men were Korean War. Born in under the greatest of Houston, Joseph Reed, 91, pressures, where your life entered the National Guard could be snuffed at any as a 17 year old, with his second. And Reed, who parents’ approval. He was routinely on dangerous completed basic training in missions, was recognized Kansas, then attended by Sergeant Goding as mortar school, and despite needing a break, and a dysfunctional left eye, ordered Joseph to standw h i c h h i s r i g h t e y e down. Carl himself took compensated for, he was Joseph’s place, and became able to attend medic a casualty himself, when he training in New Jersey. was killed on the battlefield Reed arrived in Korea in h e l p i n g h i s f e l l o w 1951, and was assigned as a wounded soldiers. Now driver of a litter jeep along every Veteran has a little with combat medic duties. piece taken out of them And medics were not when they leave a combat immune to the dangers of zone, whether it be mind, or combat. I t w a s a n a combination of mind and extremely hazardous duty, body. And for Reed, he and due to many casualties saw the death of his good

friend, Carl Goding, as his fault, and he shouldered a false burden of guilt for many decades. Unfortun a t e l y, t h e Ve t e r a n resources that they have today, were not there in Joseph’s time. It was a burden that Reed internalized, and the ‘Shell Shock,’ that was previously perceived as a sign of weakness, now seen as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. It would have been most beneficial that he receive that treatment, instead of his use, and abuse, of prescription drugs that he used for decades to survive. Mr. Reed was subjected to two Winters and a Summer of Korean weather, where temperatures would dip to 40 degrees below zero. Many soldiers suffered from frostbite on their feet and toes from duty in the trenches and bunkers. Amputations were common following the soldiers’ three hour shifts to protect against Communist infiltrators. When the Communist Chinese entered the war, medics removed their Red Cross insignia and carried a sidearm. Chinese soldiers would be shot if they retreated, so they pressed the attack. And on one occasion Mr. Reed was confronted by a Chinese

soldier. Thankfully, Joseph survived by firing first. And that's how it was back then. Even for Combat Medics, when it came down to survival. When it comes down to preserving your life, with a chance for a future existence of a civilian job, marriage, and raising a family. All that depended on a split-second decision on the battlefield. Mr. Reed rotated out of Korea in late 1952. He made his way back to Houston, where he attended barber college. He met his wife Sue, started a family, and together the Reed’s ran their hair salons for over 60 years. Of course, there was stress in the marriage over the years due to Joseph’s military service, but with church attendance, and Reed’s chance meeting with Marine double-amputee and evangelist, Tim Lee. Joseph began to recover. Inspired by Lee’s struggles with his relationship with God and the loss of his legs, Joseph was able to reshape his life for the better. Mr. Reed recovered, and was able to minister to men in prisons. He also has written three Christian books. God Bless You Joseph, and Congratulations on being MCNs ‘Veterans of the Week’.

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Turkey Trot 5K Run Saturday, November 18, 2023 Registration begins for Residents Sep 18, NonResidents Oct 2 C o n t a c t : Kellie Hall, 936-522-3906, khall@cityofconroe.org All Ages are welcome. Register now for the annual Conroe Turkey Trot! This 5K, chip timed

run is November 18th at Carl Barton Jr. Park. Check-in begins at 8am and race begins at 9am. Registration fee is $35 ($10 late fee after November 5). Contact the C.K. Ray Recreation Center at 936-522-3900 or online at cityofconroe.org for more information.

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