Montgomery County News, December 27, 2023 by Monte West

WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXVIII NUMBER 52 Section 1 8 pages

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Pct. 4 Deputies Crack Weekly Multi-City Gas Prices Burglary Children are invited to celebrate Operation

Texas The Woodlands Children’s Average gasoline prices in Texas have risen 11.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.64/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 1.5 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 2.5 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has risen 0.6 cents in the last week and stands at $4.00 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas was priced at $2.25/g yesterday while the most expensive was $3.89/g, a difference of $1.64/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.25/g while the highest was $3.89/g, a difference of $1.64/g. The national average price of gasoline has risen 2.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.07/g today. The national average is down 13.8 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 1.8 cents per gallon higher 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: December 26, 2022: $2.62/g (U.S. Average: $3.06/g) December 26, 2021: $2.83/g (U.S. Average: $3.25/g) December 26, 2020: $1.92/g (U.S. Average: $2.25/g) December 26, 2019: $2.22/g (U.S. Average: $2.54/g) December 26, 2018: $1.97/g (U.S. Average: $2.30/g) December 26, 2017: $2.20/g (U.S. Average: $2.44/g) December 26, 2016: $2.06/g (U.S. Average: $2.28/g) December 26, 2015: $1.76/g (U.S. Average: $2.00/g) December 26, 2014: $2.06/g (U.S. Average: $2.30/g) December 26, 2013: $3.06/g (U.S. Average: $3.26/g) Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $2.85/g, up 28.8 cents per gallon from last week's $2.56/g. San Antonio- $2.55/g, up 9.3 cents per gallon from last week's $2.46/g. Austin- $2.62/g, up 14.1 cents per gallon from last week's $2.48/g. "After 13 straight weeks of decline, average gasoline prices have edged higher due to optimistic comments from the Fed on cutting interest rates in 2024, coupled with Houthi attacks on vessels in the Red Sea, boosting concerns of a disruption to global shipping, including oil shipments," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. "For now, the price of gasoline has already jumped, but could ease slightly this week ahead of the New Year. For now, I'm optimistic that we may still have a chance of seeing the first $2.99 national average since 2021 sometime before spring arrives. We'll have the full details on what we expect for gasoline and diesel prices in 2024 later this week. Hopefully motorists will be able to celebrate a New Year with good news at the pump!" SOURCE GasBuddy

Museums’ December 30th High Noon Countdown

the incoming New Year during

photos courtesy of The Woodlands Children's Museum. High Noon Countdown will take place at The Woodlands Children’s Museum on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at 9:30am-11:00am, 11:45am-1:15pm, and 2:00pm-3:30pm.

THE WOODLANDS, T X – O n S a t u r d a y, December 30th, the museum offers a delightful way to ring in the New Year with a balloon drop, themed art projects and holiday music, all designed for little ones under age seven and their families. Guests are invited to dance and sing along with Tom’s Fun Band, who will perform classic holiday

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and 2:00pm-3:30pm. “Children will be filled with anticipation and wonder as they excitedly countdown to ten, awaiting the release of a cascade of colorful balloons” stated Angela Colton, the m u s e u m ’s E x e c u t i v e Director. During the event, children may create a special New Year’s hat and participate in bubble wrap

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Montgomery County VSO Changing Hands

by MCN contributing writer, Ruben Borjas Jr CONROE, TX – After a 41 year career with Montgomery County, 39 of which are with the county Veterans Service Office, Kay Lee will officially step down in her role as the county’s service officer at year’s end. Lee started with Montgomery County in 1982, with the county parks department, and was even laid off for a short period after county budget cuts. Kay joined the Veterans Service Office in 1985 as a file clerk, of which she found out there was no filing system, so she took it upon herself to create a system which is still in use today. “Every single time I can help a Veteran get the benefits they deserve has Community............2, 3, 4, 8 always been the best Commentary...............2, 3, 4, 5 reward for me,” said Lee. Church Directory..............5 “It makes a change in their l i v e s . Yo u m a k e a

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carols throughout the event. Children and families are provided an opportunity to embellish their own time capsules, containing prompts to record special and endearing information for 2023 and look ahead to 2024. A festive balloon drop will conclude the end of each of the three sessions offered at 9:30am11:00am, 11:45am-1:15pm

dancing, which adds a new dimension of sensory fun, as families gleefully stomp and leap on plastic bubbles. The symphony of pops and giggles creates an opportunity for movement and celebrating together. Tickets are $20 for children ages 1-13, $10 for adults, and infants under one are free. Tickets may be purchased online at www.woodlandschildrens museum.org. The museum is only open for High Noon Countdown and will reopen to the public on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 10:00am. About The Woodlands Children’s Museum T h e Wo o d l a n d s C h i l d r e n ’s M u s e u m , a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, was founded out of a desire to meet the community’s proven need for a positive environment where children and their families can learn, play, and make special memories throughout the year. At the museum, fun and learning go hand in hand, whether children are creating art, singing along to a musical performance or conducting a science

12.21.23 around 5pm, a burglary of a vehicle occurred in the Gringos’ p a r k i n g l o t a t Va l l e y Ranch. Pct. 4 Deputies working the #SafeShopper program were on scene in minutes and began the investigation. Deputies canvassed the area, did not locate the suspect vehicle, but received good information from a CCTV camera at the business. Later that evening, the victim of the burglary was able to use the “find by iPad” function, which showed its location to be on Needham Rd in Porter, TX. Upon making contact at the residence, Deputies were met by a female at the door, identified as Jacqueline Polanco, a 27 years of age from Porter, TX. The suspect vehicle, registered to Ramon Gallegos Jr., 25 years of age from Houston, TX, was also found at the location. Gallegos, who was discovered to be Polanco's boyfriend, had active misdemeanor and felony warrants for his arrest and Polanco herself was on bond for a recent arrest in Harris County for Hindering/Apprehension of a Felon. As the investigation Polanco misled Deputies again about Gallegos's presence at the residence, resulting in her being charged again for Hindering/Apprehension and placed in custody. Unfortunately, Gallegos managed to evade arrest by slipping out of a rear bedroom window. During the operation, Deputies successfully recovered stolen property not only from the Gringo’s vehicle burglary but also from other incidents spanning from Houston to College Station. Efforts are underway to identify victims of the additional burglaries. At the time of the media release, Gallegos is at still large, but will soon be in custody, facing additional charges from Montgomery County, Harris County and others, in addition to his existing warrants.

Kay Lee (center) along with Asst VSOs Karen Karr (in red), and Asst VSO Kathy Smith to her right (in black), along with Amber King and Julie Pavlock on the flanks difference that helps them for the better, and that’s what has kept me working here as long as I have. It’s truly been a blessing and an honor to be able to help.”

Kay remarked of one Veteran who was about to lose his residence, but his compensation came in just in time to save him from homelessness. The office

has had but a few personnel for a number of years, but the increasing Post-9/11 Veterans triggered a need

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The Daughters Of The Republic Of Texas, Judge Nathanial Hart Davis Chapter Celebrate Christmas Members of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas Judge Nathaniel Hart Davis Chapter and Charles B. Stewart Chapter Children of the Republic of Texas enjoyed a fun and festive celebration in the

lovely home of Mollie Weber. The ladies and children are celebrating a great year of accomplishments, having received 1st Place Membership Awards for the outstanding growth of the chapters during the

annual Daughters of the R e p u b l i c o f Convention held in Galveston Texas in May of this year! The Weber home was beautifully decorated for Christmas to add to the already beautiful “TEXAS

THEMED” Decor that is the focus of the Weber home. The amazing luncheon was delicious and as always, the fun “gift exchange” provided lots of laughs and fun!

Community Support for the “Christmas in Historic Montgomery” Cookie Walk

Carrie Butler, Pat Spackey and Rachel Butler during the “Christmas in Historic Montgomery” Cookie Walk

VSO from page 1 for additional personnel. Lee, and her Assistant VSO Karen Karr, then brought on Kathy Smith, who was added 17 years ago as an Assistant VSO. Amber King and Julie Pavlock are more recent additions to the office in more administrative roles. “I’ve grown up here quite honestly,” said Lee of working at the VSO. “I’ve gone from being a newlywed, to having two boys, to being a grandmother of an 11 and a 9 year old.” Kay went on to say that she is going to miss the Veterans and her staff. Lee was the 5th County Service Officer for Montgomery County. The office was first created shortly after World War II, with Tom Adams, Red Reynolds, Bob Barker, and

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Carl Bryant all serving before; of which had long tenures, save Bob Barker. Kay took the reins from Bryant in 2005 when he retired. Lee remarked it has been an honor working in the office, and appreciated the great support she has received from the County Judge and Commissioners Court over the years in making her office available to support county Veterans. In a small retirement ceremony at the Veterans Service Office on December 13th, Mrs. Lee was lauded for her tireless decades of work for Montgomery County Veterans and their families. She was honored by County dignitaries, her office staff, and County Veterans organizations. “She has given her entire heart to this office,” said Assistant Veterans Service Officer Karen Karr. “And it's by her

ethnic and multicultural experiences that celebrate from page 1 c u l t u r a l a n d g l o b a l differences and strengthen experiment. The museum common bonds. Programs also has made it a priority frequently are delivered in to bring children multi- partnership with other

Pat Spackey of the Montgomery Historical Society loved greeting and thanking Carrie Butler and her daughter Rachel Butler during the annual “Christmas in Historic Montgomery” Cookie Walk on December 9, 2023. The Mother and Daughter “Team", who are volunteers from the Montgomery Monarchs Chapter of the National

Charity League were “all smiles” as they welcomed hundreds of visitors to the Cookie Walk! Along with the other Mothers and daughters, they worked tirelessly for hours to make the annual Cookie Walk a huge success. The Christmas in Historic Montgomery celebration kicked off with with the outstanding Christmas Parade, followed by all day and evening

leadership that we have continued to grow and provide quality service to the Montgomery County Veterans Community.” Representatives from Congressman Morgan Luttrell and Dan Crenshaw’s offices were on hand to present proclamations to Lee. VFW Post 4709 Commander Marcey Phillips, presented a special sun-dial and compass on behalf of the Conroe Post. She relayed a personal story on how Kay helped her and her husband with a new home, which was achieved by a little known tax-free payment to r e t i r e d Ve t e r a n s w i t h combat-related disabilities. Elizabeth Woods, Executive Director with the Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Commission, presented a flag flown at the Veterans Memorial Flag Park as well as an Executive Directors

Challenge Coin. “Where can you go anywhere and find people who are still at a company? At a public or private business for 39 years,” said Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough, speaking about Lee. “Kay, thank you for your tremendous service to the county, and your love for all these guys and gals, and for all you’ve done for Montgomery County Veterans.“ Ve t e r a n s H e a l t h Administration Veterans Justice Outreach Coordinator Henry Molden, spoke on his working with Kay over the years when he was with the Vet Center in Spring which does outreach to Montgomery and Walker Counties working with Combat Veterans in need of mental health assistance. “Kay is a jewel,” said Molden. “She is very reliable in attending to the Ve t e r a n s n e e d s i n Montgomery County. I consider Kay a great Veterans Service Officer as well as a good friend. I will miss her very much.” Moulden’s Combat Veterans Group meets every Wednesday at the VSO. They presented Lee with a portable ice maker, which presumably is for margarita making at a future date. Kay’s staff presented her with a rocking chair to use as she starts to enjoy her retirement years. “It was very much an honor to do this for many years," said Lee, as she teared a bit. “It’s been a challenge many times, but I truly enjoyed meeting all the Veterans.” She spoke fondly of seeing Veterans come and go over the years, and was saddened to see the loss of a special Veteran friend this past

nonprofit organizations, always with the goal of making a positive difference in the life of a child. woodlandschildrens museum.org.

events at the Cookie Walk, shopping in Market Place and the annual “Candlelight Home Tour” which is also sponsored by the Montgomery Historical Society each year. Students from Montgomery High Schools and Junior High schools entertained visitors to the Cookie Walk while caroling around the town of Montgomery. Members of the Montgomery Historical Society were outside at the Nat Hart Davis Museum

and shared the History of Montgomery Texas and the reason Montgomery Te x a s i s t h e o ff i c i a l “Birthplace of the Texas F l a g ” ! S a n t a was “everywhere” while visitors shopped in local stores and The Montgomery Historical society members greeted visitors and led tours during the popular Christmas in Historic Montgomery Candlelight Home Tours in the evening!

month. Lee worked with VA JOC Henry Moulden, who initially coordinated with Judge Cara Wood, then Judge Claudia Laird, in bringing the Veterans Court system to M o n t g o m e r y C o u n t y. Harris County allowed MC Veterans for the first year, before the program was approved for use in the county. It was then that Judge Kathleen Hamilton,

County, near Crockett, Texas; which is just a little over an hour North of Conroe as the crow flies. Her sons have their families there, plus the town also has a loop system like Conroe’s so getting around won’t be that bad. She claims she is just gonna relax for a while, but with grandchildren in the mix, it might be a little difficult to take it easy for the first couple of years.

Kay Lee, trying out her new rocking chair at her retirement ceremony on Dec. 19th of the 359th District Court in Conroe, began holding the Veterans Court docket with her team, all of which volunteer their time for the Justice Involved Veterans. “The fruits of all of the work with the Judges, Henry Moulden, Kay Lee, and others, have made Veterans Court a reality are on the vine,” said Judge Hamilton. “I’m amazed with the progress of the Ve t e r a n s C o u r t participants, and the neverending hope that fills the courtroom with every docket.” Lee and her husband are building a house on some property they have purchased in Houston

Kay is into crafts and loves gardening, A s s i s t a n t Ve t e r a n s Officer Kathy Smith will officially take over on January 1st for Lee. Montgomery County Commissioners Court then will hail Smith as the county’s sixth Veterans S e r v i c e O f f i c e r, a n d recognize Lee for her long history of service to Montgomery County Veterans, at their next scheduled meeting on January 9th. Ruben can be reached a t : ruben@montgomerycount ynews.net

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Enhancing Charitable Impact Through Strategic Giving: Expertise by Kent Pendleton, AAMS, Independent Advisor with Raymond James The holiday season, a time synonymous with generosity and giving, presents a unique opportunity for thoughtful charitable contributions. As an independent advisor with Raymond James and an Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) at Pendle Hill Advisors, I am dedicated to guiding clients on how to make their charitable efforts impactful and taxefficient, particularly as we approach the end of the tax year. The Value of Charitable Giving in the Holiday Season This festive season is an ideal period for considering how our generosity can extend beyond our immediate circle. "Strate-

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Congratulations ‘Kid of the Week’ Olivia This sharp little girl is Olivia M., 9, and she is a member of a Cub Scout Pack in Montgomery. She was recently at the Wreaths Across America event held on December 16th, at the Montgomery Memorial Cemetery. She attends an MISD elementary school. Olivia is very well spoken for a young girl. There was no need to ask her about ABCs or 123s, which is a testament to her upbringing. Olivia’s favorite subject is science, because “I’m always trying to figure out more about The World, and what’s around us.” Her favorite teachers are Ms. Unger, Ms. Langham. Ms. Roland, and Ms. Sear. Olivia loves watching Longhorn’s football, since her Mother went to UT Permian Basin. She joined The Boy Scouts because of her love for camping in tents, and for the sounds of nature, like those of crickets. Olivia’s love for camping was instilled in her by her father who is the Scoutmaster for her Pack. She loves reading “The One and Only …” series by Katherine Applegate, and other books as well, plus she watches a little television too. Olivia would love to be an astronaut, which she is preparing for now with her science and math interests. We should expect great things from this little girl. Good Luck Olivia, and Congratulations on being MCNs ‘Kid of the Week’.

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Opinion / Editorial Ruben Borjas Jr, Columnist Ruben’s Montgomery Musings I recently ran into one of Montgomery’s or Lake Creek Settlements homeless individuals in front of a fast food restaurant on SH 105. Now, homelessness, in our little part of The World. Well, it’s not rampant. It’s a very small community, perhaps, six individuals, tops. Conroe’s Switch definitely has more homeless, but you rarely see

them for the trees. In the Montgomery area, there is only one by my count that does not have a shelter per se, like a car that affords some protection from the elements. The man in question is an 81 year-old Vietnam Veteran, and his name is Jeff. He doesn’t smoke, drink, or do drugs now, but he has long ago in the past. And his story of

Weather for the Lake Conroe area Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 57. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Wednesday Night Clear, with a low around 38. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Thursday Sunny, with a high near 51. Northwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 33. Friday Sunny, with a high near 52. Friday Night Clear, with a low around 34. Saturday Sunny, with a high near 58. Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 41. Sunday Sunny, with a high near 64. Sunday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 43. New Year's Day Mostly sunny, with a high near 57.

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If You Lack Expectations in Your Kids …. survival is incredible, and worth telling. It’s a reminder to parents that their kids' upbringing shouldn’t be taken for granted. If you coddle, or lack expectations in your kids, or even expect too much of them, the consequences can be devastating to their future psyches. And one Jeff on this Earth is way too many. Look, I can’t have children thanks to Saddam Hussein, but when I moved to Montgomery County 20 years ago, my sister and her husband gave me the chance to become a second father to their boys. With their busy careers, they needed an extra set of hands to help with their kids, and it gave me a chance to act as an avuncular figure in their kids' lives; even though I was their real uncle. You can ask me ‘what did I know about parenting?’ And you’d be right, I knew nothing. I was still recovering from my cancer associated with my service in the First Gulf War, so I wasn’t the ready-set-go cool uncle that most kids expect. I was more of the uncle that taught the boys what to expect about life. I left the child rearing, and most of the diaper-changing, to my sister. Over the years, as the kids grew, I treated them more as adults than I did kids. I taught them about things they could use when they became adults. Things like the simple saving of money and finances. They knew if you had a credit card, that you better have the money in the bank to pay off the bill when it came due, if you wanted to avoid interest payments. I gave them back accounts and input small incremental sums each month for them to build wealth. I started Edward Jones accounts for them so they could contribute to their retirements the moment they started working. I always press retirement awareness for young workers. Some will thank me and take action on the task, and most will say ‘yeah, don’t worry about it, I’m planning on attending the next great party coming this weekend’. I had expectations of my sister’s boys, and they learned to exceed my expectations. Yes, there were some bumps along the

way; especially with my youngest nephew. Who it turns out was not as keen on book learning in a college setting as his brothers were. He was more of a hands-on learner, and is exceeding my expectations in air conditioning and heating. He is only 23, and in conversations over dinner, I’m so blown away by his confidence and his plans for the future. Truly, I’m in awe. He works in an industry that is always in demand for service with heating or cooling. And in his planning, he intends to teach students in his own school by 30. Quite frankly, I’m impressed, and it takes a lot to impress me. Now with that out of the way, let’s get back to Jeff. Believe it or not, he is from The Bronx, so you know he is a Yankees fan. And besides, his Northeasterly accent also gives up the game. Jeff got into trouble with the law in New York, and quit school with a sixth grade education. His parents tried to knock some sense into him, but it didn’t take. Jeff’s Mom and Dad had good professions, and made a good living, but as with so many parents today, they maybe didn't take their children’s well-being into account as much as they should have. I mean, you wouldn’t let your kid(s) quit school after sixth grade? Of course not, but still, many kids are coddled, perhaps too much. My financial planner reminds me every time I purchase a stock, mutual fund, or bond, that ‘past performance is not indicative of future results’. And so goes it with parents and their kids. Case in point, my best friend James. He lived in my neighborhood, in the house across the street. He grew up with successful parents. I’m not saying my parents weren't successful. They were. They just went about it without degrees. They taught me how to save, and be responsible in my spending. My best friend’s parents, once their income started to rise, chose to move to a more exclusive part of town. A place with larger houses and lots, and kids whose actions were not so readily monitored by busy professional parental units.

Yet, with their larger allowances, it afforded their kids to partake in the drug culture. When I had my epiphany moment back when I turned 17, I realized that I was not ready for book learning in college, and I didn’t want to be a burger flipper. So I made the decision to join the United States Army, and after my Junior Year in high school had finished, I had already early enlisted in the military. I don’t think my best friend ever had an epiphany moment. And his parents, who both had degrees, and worked hard in their professions, probably didn’t have enough time or the forethought to have a serious sit down with their son, and talk about the realities of career and living outside of their purview. That’s what happened to my best friend, and in a nutshell, t h a t ’s p r o b a b l y w h a t happened to Jeff. He failed to launch. Quite frankly, we have a lot of successful parents in Montgomery and the Lake Creek Settlement area, and their past parental performance is not indicative of their children’s future results. The marketplace is changing rapidly, and the professions that parents think will be there for their children when they graduate high school or college, or after they start their careers, may not be there when the time comes. I think it would have been more than proper for Jeff’s parents to read him ‘The Riot Act,’ that if he doesn’t act quickly to counterbalance his mistake, or he could wind up with a less than desirable life. Jeff certainly wasn’t thinking when he quit school, since the simplicity of life then cannot possibly compare to what it is today. I’m surprised he was able to join the Army with his antiquated education, much less be deployed to Vietnam, where lives were on the line everyday. But he made it through his tour and returned home. And when it came to the realization that he needed to expand his sixth grade education following his Army service, the simple fact that he was a 26 year old man, and would be in a room full of 12 or 13 year olds stopped him cold

in his tracks. That decision, relegated Jeff to a life of minimum wage jobs, which kept him on the move from state to state from the East Coast to Montgomery. When I saw Jeff, on the day before Christmas Eve. I needed to purchase a gift card at this chain fast-food restaurant I visited on SH 105 just outside of Montgomery proper. I then saw Jeff, and from the conversations I have had with a store manager I know in Old Town, I kinda figured it was the man. I knew he had abdominal cancer, and was being treated. In fact I had seen Jeff with the pull cart he was dragging down 105 the week before Christmas, so when I saw him at the restaurant, I kinda figured that he was the same man. In accosting him, I fell under several roles, with my VFW side taking precedence, my reporter role second, and my columnist role in the tertiary position. I knew God put me in his presence for a reason, and if Jeff’s story helps one parent help their child; to toughen them for life’s journey, then it’s worth it. Jeff has been homeless for well over 50 years. And a lot of it has to do with claustrophobia. He really didn’t want to talk of his war experience in Vietnam, so here I am trying to put a case together like Hercule Poirot, and with Jeff being of a smaller size, I’m thinking he was a ‘tunnel rat’. It was the most thankless and loneliest duty in Vietnam, and if you drew it, you would be subject to endless hours crawling in tight and dark conditions, expecting to be killed at any moment. I’ve no doubt that Jeff was amongst the bravest soldiers in Vietnam, and he has been paying for it since 1967. The Country owes Jeff more than just a medical service to keep him walking upright. That keeps him moving and hiding from law enforcement officials, who don’t want to take the extra time to understand him. For Jeff is far below the people we see and and really don’t see at the same time. The people that wash our cars, bus our tables, clean our houses, or mow our yards. For most of us, sadly, Jeff is invisible.

Lake Conroe Christmas Tree Drive Conroe, Texas—The San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) in partnership with Texas Parks and Wildlife's (TPWD) Inland Fisheries are preparing for their annual Christmas Tree Drive to collect discarded Christmas trees for use as artificial fish habitat. During the month of January, residents can drop off used live Christmas trees in an effort to enhance Lake Conroe fishery while simultaneously reducing landfill waste. “Once holiday season comes to an end many are left wondering what to do with their Christmas tree. Christmas trees, stripped of any decorations, make excellent fish habitat,” says Bret Raley, SJRA's Lake Conroe Division Manager. “Every year, SJRA staff in collaboration with Texas Parks and Wildlife use Christmas trees to form what are known as brush reefs. These reefs are deployed into Lake Conroe

and provide food and protection for prey species of fish while attracting the predator species that are so much fun to catch.” SJRA attaches the trees to cement blocks and sinks them at pre-determined locations throughout the lake. Once deployed, the locations are publicized on SJRA's social media so anglers can use them as fishing destinations. If trees are not properly weighed down, they could eventually float free or wind up on the shoreline instead of the bottom of the lake. For that reason, SJRA asks residents to donate their trees rather than attempting to anchor them in the lake themselves. Live Christmas trees can be droped-off at two locations: Montgomery County at the West End of the Lake Conroe Dam and Harris County at the Southwest Corner of the Highlands Reservoir.

Richard Tramm, SJRA Highlands Division Manager stated, “SJRA has hosted the Christmas Tree Drive for a number of years. We are honored to be able to offer a second drop off location this year, at the Highlands Division office in Harris County. This will allow local area residents to participate in the drive, without having to make the

trip to Lake Conroe.” To see the specific locations where you can drop off your Christmas tree, please refer to the maps in the graphic. The last day to drop-off for this season's tree drive is Friday, January 26th. Please remember that trees need to be real (not artificial) and free of all decorations.

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Community Sacred Heart Catholic School Choir Performs At The Kennedy Center In Washington D.C. Conroe, Texas – Sacred Heart Catholic School's choir recently traveled to Wa s h i n g t o n D . C . t o perform with the Annie Moses Band in concert at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The Sacred Heart Catholic School choir, led by music director Mr. Chris Nolin, recently traveled to Washington D.C. for an unforgettable performance at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The 4th through 8th grade choir joined the world-renowned Annie Moses Band on stage to celebrate the bands 20th anniversary performing “Under the Tree of Life” narrated live by special guest Jim Caviezel (actor, “Passion of the Christ,” “Sound of Freedom”) and also included a special appearance by Clay Walker. For the Sacred Heart choir students, the opportunity to perform at one of the world's most prestigious performing arts venues and collaborate with a Grammy-

nominated ensemble was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. "To stand on the stage where so many famous musicians, dancers, and actors have performed was absolutely thrilling for our students," said Mr. Nolin. "Sharing the stage with the Annie Moes Band was an honor and our students were able to see that their hard work and dedication to their craft could lead to amazing opportunities.” The Annie Moses Band is an acclaimed classicalcrossover string and vocal band known for their fusion of musical styles and highenergy performances. Under the direction of award-winning composers Annie, Alex, and Benjamin Wolaver, the Band has released over 15 albums and performed on stages around the world. In addition to the performance, the choir toured many of the historic monuments and museums in Washington D.C. For most students, it was their first visit to the nation's

capital, making the trip both an educational and inspirational experience. The Sacred Heart Catholic School choir program gives students opportunities to develop and share their musical talents with the community through school liturgies, seasonal concerts, community events and outreach. Under the direction of Mr. Nolin, the choir program continues to grow in both size and prestige at Sacred Heart. "Mr. Nolin's dedication to our students and the future of the arts education at Sacred Heart has been a true gift to our community," said Deb Brown, Sacred Heart Catholic School Principal. "He has led the transformation and growth of our arts department, and we were delighted to see our program given this moment in the spotlight.” Founded in 1958, Sacred Heart Catholic School is an Accredited School in the Archdiocese of GalvestonHouston and is dedicated to educating the heart, mind

Photo Caption 1: Sacred Heart Catholic School's student choir, led by music director Chris Nolin and language arts teacher Dianna Carroll traveled to Washington D.C. for a once in a lifetime experience to perform on stage at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts with the Annie Moses Band. and spirit. For over 60 years, Sacred Heart has served Montgomery County by integrating faith-based teachings into a rigorous academic curriculum for

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NOTICE OF CONSTABLE'S SALE THE STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF MONTGOMERY

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Notice is hereby given that by a certain Writ of Execution issued out of the Justice of the Peace Court, Pct. 1 of Montgomery County, Texas on the 22nd Day of November 2023, in favor of Royal Forest Colony Club, recovered a judgment in Cause No. 1SC2831, in the Justice of the Peace Court, Pct. 1 in Montgomery County, Texas on the 6th day of April 2022, against David P. Kervin & Joyce M. Kervin Revocable Living Trust for the sum of: 1. 2. 3.

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Amount: $1,575.00 Court Costs $136.97 Interest from the 15th day of December 2021, at the rate of 5% per annum,

Placed in my hands for service, I, Philip Cash as Constable Precinct 1, Montgomery County, Texas, did on the 30th day of November 2023 levy on Real property described below, and on the 2nd day of January 2023, I will offer for sale and sell at the Montgomery County Courthouse located at 301 N. Main Street, Conroe, Texas 77301 (west side court steps),, Conroe, Texas 77301, at approximately 10:00am for cash to the highest bidder, all rights, title, and interest that the said defendant David P. Kervin & Joyce M. Kervin Revocable Living Trust had in the property described below: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 700, Royal Forest Subdivision, Section 01, 1.9079 acres, more or less, out of the Jose M. De La Garza Survey, Abstract Number 15, Montgomery County, Texas. MCAD account # 8470-00-29800. Witness my hand this 30th day of November 2023. Philip Cash Constable PCT. 1 Montgomery County, Texas By: S. Closson Sergeant TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE AND TIME: CASHIER'S CHECK OR MONEY ORDER AT THE CONCLUSION OF SALE SALE WILL BE HELD AT APPROXIMATELY 10:00 A.M. Published Dates: December 13, 20, 27, 2023

By virtue of a Order Of Sale issued out of the Honorable 284th Judicial District Court, Montgomery County, Texas, on a Judgment rendered on the 18th day of May, 2020, in the case of Benders Landing Property Owners Association, Plaintiff, vs. Carl S. Pierre & Denarda A. Pierre (1) $5,186.85 Principal Sum (2) $5,278.50 ($3,478.50 and $1,800.00 Additional) 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) $561.31 ($331.31 Court Costs and $230.00 Process Server). $5,969.81 Judgment credit and foreclosure of a lien on the following described property, Defendant, Cause No. 20-03-04254-CV in said court, judgment being in favor of Benders Landing Property Owners Association, Plaintiff as against Defendant, I did on the 4th day of December 2023, at 2:10 o'clock pm., levy upon the following-described property of Defendant: LOT SIXTEEN 16, BLOCK 18 OF BENDERS LANDING, SECTION 2, A SUBDIVISION IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT CABINET R, SHEET 142 OF MAP RECORDS OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 3910 FISHERMAN COURT, SPRING, TX 77386 ; and on the 2ND day of January, 2024, 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 Carl S. Pierre & Denarda A. Pierre, Defendant in and to said property. DATED at 1520 Lake Front Circle Suite 200, The Woodlands, Texas, this the 4TH day of December, 2023. /s/ John G. Vasquez JOHN G. VASQUEZ, Deputy Ryan Gable – Constable Pct. 3 1520 Lake Front Circle, Suite 200 The Woodlands, TX 77380 281-364-4211 Published Dates: December 13, 20, 27, 2023

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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 01/03/24 CONTENTS ARE MISCELLANEOUS, HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL ITEMS OF TENANTS LISTED, DESTINY MCCOWAN, ROLAND GARY, PAYMENTS WILL BE MADE IN CASH ONLY. SELF SERVICE STORAGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY BID AND WITHDRAW PROPERTY FROM SALE. Published dates: December 20 & 27, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE of property to satisfy landlord's lien. Sale is 10:00 AM, January 9th,2024. Property will be sold to highest bidder at the time of auction. Cleanup and removal deposit may be required. Seller reserves right to withdraw property from sale or not accept any bidder. Property will be sold in entire contents of each individual storage unit. Property includes contents of spaces of following tenants: George Covell, Anthony S Marini & George beebe. Property being sold includes the following: Household items, and boxes Contact Tall Pines Storage- 105, 6421 Hwy 105 W suite A Conroe Tx 77304, (281)560-4331. Published dates: December 20, 27, 2023

Notice of Public Sale Pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code, TJO 10 X 10 Management, Ltd Managing properties listed below will hold a public auction of property being sold to satisfy a landlord's lien. The sale will begin on or about the time indicated at www.SelfStorageAuction.com .Property will be sold to the highest bidder for cash. Deposit for removal and cleanup may be temporarily required. The seller reserves the right to reject any bid and to withdraw property from sale. Property may be sold by space. General description or property being sold includes contents such as household/personal goods/misc. items in spaces of following tenants. Brayden Mills. Morgan Heath. Jessica Castrellon. Francisco Barboza. Zada Turner. On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, 12:00 pm Valley Ranch Self Storage @ 21910 Valley Ranch Crossing Dr. Porter, TX 77365. www.SelfStorageAuction.com Published Dates: December 20 and 27, 2023 CITATION BY PUBLICATION 23-444Ι71-Ρ MONTGOMERY COUNTY CLERK L. Brandon Steinmann Ρ. Ο. Box 959 Conroe, TX 77305

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE of property to satisfy landlord's lien. Sale is 10 AM on Tuesday, January 9th. Property will be sold to highest bidder at the time of auction. Cleanup and removal deposit may be required. Seller reserves right to withdraw property from sale or not accept any bidder. Property will be sold in entire contents of each individual storage unit. Property includes contents of spaces of following tenants: Terry T Allen. Property being sold includes the following: boxes, filing cabinet and medical computer. Contact Tall Pines Storage- 1488, 8215 FM 1488, Magnolia Tx. 77354, (281) 560-4355. Published Dates: December 20, 27, 2023 CITATION BY PUBLICATION APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP 23-45890-P CLERK OF THE COURT L. BRANDON STEINMANN PO BOX 959 CONROE TX 77305

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TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: RONALD ANTHONY SMIEDALA, Deceased STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the Estate of John Newton Langston, Deceased and the unknown heirs of the Estate of: Dorothy Jean Langston, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the AMENDED APPLICATION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AS A MUNIMENT OF TITLE, at or before 10 O'clock Α. Μ. of the first Monday next after the expiration of Ten (10) days after the date of service of this citation, before the Honorable Probate Court #1 of Montgomery County, at the Courthouse of said County in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed by STEPHEN LEE LANGSTON and SCOTT MICHAEL LANGSTON in said Court, on December 20, 2023, in this cause, numbered 23-44471-Ρ, on the docket of said court, and styled: Estate of: John Newton Langston ٠ The testator's property will pass to the testator's heirs if the will is not admitted to probate. (Or, if this will is not admitted to probate, but another will of the Decedent was previously admitted to probate. Decedent's property will pass to the beneficiaries in that previously probated will. ٠ The person offering the testator's will for probate may not be in default for failing to present the will for probate during the four-year period immediately following the testators death. The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Amended Application for Probate of will as a Muniment of Title with said application having been brought later than four years after the decedents date of death. A copy of said application accompanies this citation. If this citation is not served within ninety days after the date of Its issuance, it shall be returned un-served. The officer executing this writ shall promptly serve the same according to requirement of law, and the mandates hereof, and make due return as the law directs. Notice to any person who Is interested in the estate: You are notified that you may appear at the time state in the citation to contest the application. Given under my hand and seal of said Court In Conroe, Texas on this the 21st day of December, 2023 (SEAL, Probate Court #1) L. Brandon Steinmann. County Clerk Montgomery County, Texas /s/ Klarra Flores 12/21/2023 10:37:18 AM Klarra Flores, Deputy Clerk Published Date: December 27, 2023 PUBLISHED NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that letters of guardianship for the person and estate of Jordan Hatter, a minor, were issued on December 18, 2023, in Docket No. 23-45591-P, pending in Probate Court #1, Montgomery County, Texas, to Celina Francisco, Guardian as guardian of the person and estate. The residence of Guardian is in Montgomery County, Texas, and the contact address is: Celina Francisco, Guardian of the Person and Estate of Jordan Hatter, c/o Law Office of Julie Rinker PLLC, at 333 Simonton St., Suite 130, Conroe, Texas 77301. All persons having claims against this estate, which is currently being administered, are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. DATE the 21st day of December, 2023. Law Office of Julie Rinker, PLLC /s/Julie Rinker Grandinetti Julie Rinker Grandinetti, Attorney for Guardian State Bar No. 24062480 E-Mail: julie@rinkerlaw.com 333 Simonton St., Ste. 130 Conroe, TX 77301 Telephone: 936-441-9969 Fax: 936-756-9966 Published Date: December 27, 2023

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GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application to Determine Heirship filed by Melody Magni and Jessilyn Bailey Smiedala, 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 Probate Court No. 1 of Montgomery County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on December 18, 2023. The file number of said matter being: 23-45890-P The style being: ESTATE OF: RONALD ANTHONY SMIEDALA 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 19th day of December, 2023. (SEAL Probate Court #1) L. Brandon Steinmann, County Clerk Montgomery County, Texas Dena Mizell 12/19/2023 2:03:36 PM Dena Mizell, Deputy Clerk Published Date: December 27, 2023 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Jo Lyn Gaydos, Deceased, were issued on December 7, 2023, in Cause No. 23-45694-P, pending in the Probate Court No: 1, Montgomery County, Texas, to: Richard Foreman. All persons having claims against this Estate are required to present them to Richard Foreman within the time and in the manner prescribed by law, at 1108 Youpon Dr., Montgomery, Texas 77316 DATED the 22nd day of December, 2023. /s/Julie Rinker Grandinetti Attorney for Richard Foreman Law Office of Julie Rinker PLLC 333 Simonton St., Ste. 130, Conroe, TX 77301 Telephone: (936) 441-9969 Facsimile: (936) 756-9966 Published Date: December 27, 2023 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Kenneth Howell Dunlap, Deceased, were issued on December 21, 2023, in Cause No. 23-45674-P, pending in the Probate Court No: 1, Montgomery County, Texas, to: Elizabeth Anne Dunlap. All persons having claims against this Estate are required to present them to Elizabeth Anne Dunlap within the time and in the manner prescribed by law, at 11523 Ripplewind Dr., Montgomery, Texas 77356 DATED the 22nd day of December, 2023. /s/Julie Rinker Grandinetti Attorney for Elizabeth Anne Dunlap Law Office of Julie Rinker PLLC 333 Simonton St., Ste. 130, Conroe, TX 77301 Telephone: (936) 441-9969 Facsimile: (936) 756-9966 Published Date: December 27, 2023

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CITATION BY PUBLICATION APPLICATION FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION SEEKING A DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP AND INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATION UNDER TEXAS ESTATES CODE 401.003 23-45900-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD L. BRANDON STEINMANN ROBIN L. APOSTOLAKIS PO BOX 959 128 VISION PARK BLVD CONROE TX 77305 SUITE 140 SHENANDOAH TX 77384

CITATION BY PUBLICATION APPLICATION FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION SEEKING A DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP AND INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATION UNDER TEXAS ESTATES CODE 401.003 23-45902-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD L. BRANDON STEINMANN ROBIN L. APOSTOLAKIS PO BOX 959 128 VISION PARK BLVD CONROE TX 77305 SUITE 140 SHENANDOAH TX 77384

THE STATE OF TEXAS

TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: RENEE ALEDA WADE, Deceased

TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: TERI LYNN WEBB, Deceased

GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application for Letters of Administration Seeking a Determination of Heirship and Independent Administration Under Texas Estates Code 401.003 filed by Keith Smith 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 Probate Court No. 1 of Montgomery County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on December 20, 2023.

GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application for Letters of Administration Seeking a Determination of Heirship and Independent Administration Under Texas Estates Code 401.003 filed by Cal Bransom, 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 Probate Court No.1 of Montgomery County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on December 21, 2023.

The file number of said matter being: 23-45900-P

The file number of said matter being: 23-45902-P

The style being: ESTATE OF: RENEE ALEDA WADE

The style being: ESTATE OF: TERI LYNN WEBB

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 21st day of December, 2023. (SEAL Probate Court #1) L. Brandon Steinmann, County Clerk Montgomery County, Texas /s/ Dena Mizell 12/21/2023 9:45:24 AM Dena Mizell, Deputy Clerk Published Date: December 27, 2023

Given under my hand and seal of said Court in Conroe, Texas on this the 21st day of December, 2023. (SEAL, Probate Court #1) L. Brandon Steinmann, County Clerk Montgomery County, Texas /s/ Dena Mizell 12/21/2023 1:20:47 Dena Mizell, Deputy Clerk Published Date: December 27, 2023

CITATION BY PUBLICATION FIRST AMENDED APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP AND FOR LETTERS OF INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATION 23-45625-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE L. BRANDON STEINMANN SHERRY D TAVEL PO BOX 959 1410 STONEHOLLOW CONROE TX 77305 SUITE 100 KINGWOOD TX 77339 THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: STEPHEN ANGUS ASHBY, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the First Amended Application to Determine Heirship and for letters of Independent Administration filed by Ashby, Shanda Michelle, 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 Probate Court No. 1 of Montgomery County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on December 15, 2023. The file number of said matter being: 23-45625-P The style being: ESTATE OF: STEPHEN ANGUS ASHBY 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 19th day of December, 2023. (SEAL, Probate Court #1) L. Brandon Steinmann, County Clerk Montgomery County, Texas /s/ Eloisa Salinas 12/19/2023 9:31:34 AM Eloisa Salinas, Deputy Clerk Published Date: December 27, 2023

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Community Veteran Of The Week: Ira Criner By: Ruben Borjas Jr, Division. This was back in the 1950s after the Korean MCN Contributing Writer War, but the Cold War kept This week’s Veteran is tensions high with soldiers Ira Criner, 86, who was in the military at the time. recently at the Conroe Ira was a parachutist in an Symphony Orchestra’s Infantry Company at Fort Christmas Concert. Ira was Campbell. This was still in the United States Army, when The 101st Airborne stationed at Fort Campbell, still used airplanes to Kentucky, for three years, deliver soldiers from the air with the 101st Airborne to the ground, and there was

no postage involved. By Vietnam, the division switched to helicopters to ferry soldiers into combat. When Ira wasn’t firing his rifle on the shooting range, or out in the field on training maneuvers, or cleaning his barracks, room or weapon; Ira found time to make 18 parachute training jumps. That’s a lot

when you figure most people like to keep their feet firmly planted on the ground. But evidently Ira liked it since they didn’t have to push him out of the plane, but he did push a couple of chickens out. Afterwards they liked it. Congratulations Ira on being MCNs ‘Veteran of the Week’.

Rebel Joan of ARC Shine as “Super Stars” at 2023 Texas Division UDC Convention! The beautiful Belles of the Rebel Joan Of Arc Chapter, of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, shine as “Super Stars” at their Texas Division UDC Convention in Clear Lake, Texas. These elegant ladies went with high expectations for their year long work in Historical, Educational, Benevolent, Memorial, and Patriotic activities for our communities and State. They were certainly rewarded beyond their wildest expectations! Rebel Joan Of Arc Rewards at the 127th Annual Convention: 1.) 1st Place in District 111- For Most Approved Supplementals (DANEAN MYERS.) 2.) 1st Place K A T H E R I N E TAGLIENTI for the Most Approved Supplementals. 3.) 2nd Place EVELYN MILLER for the Most Approved Supplementals. 4.) 3rd Place JENNY LEHR for the Most Approved Supplementals. 5.) LYN HOWARD for her Committee work on Texas D i v i s i o n “ P r e s i d e n t ’s Special Pin Project”. 6.) Highest Tx Chapter Sales/Purchases for Tx Division President’s Pin Project, and Highest Sales and “Pin Design”: ELAINE COLLINGS. 7.) 2nd Place for Most Cards sent Mrs. N o r m a n V. R a n d o l p h Recipient. 8.) ELAINE COLLINGS Chairman of Tx. Division President’s Pin Project. 9.) 1st Place Chapter to submit Artic l e / A d f o r t h e Te x a s December issue of the UDC Magazine. 9.) 1st Place for Most Money sent directly to Mrs. Norman Randolph Relief Recipient. 10.) Submitting Scholarship Applications to Texas Division and General UDC, LYN HOWARD/DONNA SUMMERS. 11.) 1st Place for the Most Published Inches including Photographs in Texas- ELAINE COLLINGS. 12.) 3rd Place for Historical ReportS H E L I A W I L L I A MSON/JENNY LEHR. 13.) 1st Place in Category B ScrapBook- SHELIA WILLIAMSON. 14.) “Silver Bowl Award” for Best ScrapBook in Texas Division-SHELIA WILLIAMSON! 15.) 1st Place Category B- Best Chapter NewsletterK A T H E R I N E TAGLIENTI. 16.) 1st Place Category B- Most Chapter Insignia Purchased-

JENNY LEHR. 17.) 2nd Place Category B- Best Chapter Narrative ReportJENNY LEHR. 18.) Top Chapter Insignias Purchased in Texas- JENNY LEHR. 19.) 1st Place for Most Hats donated to Education Luncheon for Scholarships: (EVELYN MILLER, LYN H O WA R D , D I A N N E KEBODEAUX, CAIMY HARBISON, HILARIE H I C K S , V I Z I C A L D W E L L , K A T H E R I N E TAGLIENTI, ELAINE COLLINGS, DONNA S U M M E R S , TA N TA TONEY, SHELIA WILLIAMSON. 20.) 1st Place in Texas for Radio/TVLY N H O WA R D & ELAINE COLLINGS. 21.) TX. Division won “Silver Bowl Award” at General Convention for Best Newsletter- Chairman: K A T H E R I N E TAGLIENTI. 22.) RJOA Awarded for Sponsoring Veteran to TX Division Convention for American Patriot Award- CYNTHIA CONNORS. 23.) Outstanding Service as MC at Historical Evening Fashion Show- ANITA STEVENS. 24.) Outstanding Service as Chapter RegistrarDANEAN MYERS. 25.) Outstanding Service as Chapter Historian-SHELIA WILLIAMSON. 26.) Outstanding Service in Public Relations- ELAINE COLLINGS. 27.) 2nd Place UDC Magazine S u b s c r i p t i o n Aw a r d EVELYN MILLER. 28.) RJOA with largest number of Chapter Members at Texas Convention! 29.) RJOA Donated $500.00 to the Texas Civil War Museum at Convention. 30.) Chapter with the largest number of Models in Period Dress for Historical Evening Fashion Show: LYN HOWARD, S H E R RY L O C K L E Y, A N I TA S T E V E N S , E V E LY N M I L L E R , ELAINE COLLINGS, JENNY LEHR, KRISTINE RAMIREZ, KATHERINE TAGLIENTI. 31.) LYN HOWARD is Awarded the Judah P. Benjamin Award from UDC General! ~ ~ W O W 3 1 AWA R D S ! ~ ~ W E L L DONE LADIES!!!! Not only are these Belles Winners, but they Had FUN! They arrived at Convention in their Chapter Color: RJOA RED! They brought a full

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Display for Goodies for Sale, wearing their bradnew RJOA Logo-ed and Personalized new Chapter Aprons! These ladies do everything in RJOA Style and with Grace, while they h a v e F u n To g e t h e r ! Amazing LAURA McCRACKEN is the guru that got these RJOA Personalized Aprons added for Chapter Members, as she and Mr Ron McCracken have done for many things for this Chapter. Hand-Painted Confederate Nutcrackers by Artist: KATHERINE TAGLIENTI added to the Spirit. Many Beautiful Hats graced the Hat Trees by RJOA EVELYN MILLER, DIANNE KEBODEAUX, CAIMY HARBISON, HILARIE HICKS, LYN HOWARD, KATHERINE TA G L I E N T I . A N I TA STEVENS Made her lovely Jewelry, and Note Card sets. MYRA LISTON had her Confederate Recipe Booklets. BARBARA EDDLEMAN had a custom perpetual door wreath. “Pew Dolls” were made by KRISTINE RAMIREZ and K A T H E R I N E TAGLIENTI. It was a challenge to get to their table because of the crowds. This just names a few of their Goodies they offered to ALL UDC present at Convention! On Friday evening after all the Festivities and Business was over, ALL RJOA were invited to the LY N H O WA R D & ELAINE COLLINGS Room for Slumber Party Festivities and Crazy Glasses Favors! That Group Picture was Hilarious! The Room was decorated to the Hilt with Flags and Banners! However did those girls have time to do that, and get out of their “Period Frocks”, and set up for a Party and 15 RJOA Sisters to arrive! Texas Division President/ RJOA Honorary member: LOUANN RUBEL attended the private Party! Past-Tx Division President: EVA BREED LONG was invited and attended as the TX President that Chartered the Rebel Joan Of Arc Chapter in 2017. KATHERINE TAGLIENTI surprised everyone and added to the Fun with games and Door Prizes! EVELYN MILLER also came bearing gifts! Then, Saturday Evening the Private Slumber Party was Hosted again by

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The Beautiful “Ladies In Red”, on President’s Night: Seated are RJOA Officers: (Left to Right) 2nd VP: Lyn Howard, Chaplain: Charlotte Belin, President & 1st VP: Jenny Lehr, Texas Division President & RJOA Honorary Member: Louann Rubel, Treasurer: Katherine Taglienti, Recording Sec: Anita Stevens, and Corresponding Sec: Elaine Collings. Standing Left to Right: Darla Sharer, Kristine Ramirez, Sherry Lockley, Evelyn Miller, Vizi Caldwell, Dianne Kebodeaux, Donna Summers, and Karen DeBerry. Present but not pictured: Cynthia Connor.

CHARLOTTE BELIN, KAREN De BERRY, and JENNY LEHR! These girls “know how to set a table”! ANITA STEVENS and JENNY LEHR surprised everyone with more party favors! Even though these slumber-parties only last about an Hour or so, there was no doubt who was

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having the most Fun in the Hotel! Management came both nights to both room asking if RJOA could “quiet down”? HAHAHA. They were invited In! T h e J O Y A N D K N O W L E D G E T H AT C O M E S F R O M PARTICIPATING IN THE TEXAS DIVISION UDC CONVENTION, IS ONLY

EQUALED BY THE PRIDE ONE FEELS IN HONORING OUR ANCESTORS IN THIS PERIOD OF OUR HISTORY. Submitted by RJOA Chairman of Public Relations: Elaine Collings, ehcollings@gmail.com

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