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an Antonio’s rapid growth brings its share of ups and downs. In the down category, allow me to mention just how crazy the traffic has become, especially the morning and evening commutes. When I drive to the newspaper, I see people barreling down the roadways well over the speed limit, making lane changes without signaling and weaving in and out of traffic like the very devil is on their tails. In the morning, some of these motorists look barely awake, others are putting on makeup or fiddling with a smartphone (that’s illegal), and a few just have features contorted by rage. One thing is for sure — none of them are paying attention to the road. The afternoon drive isn’t much better. Wake up, friends. You’re scary. Zipping down the interstate in a heavy metal coffin with no regard for other drivers and their passengers is the height of inconsideration. Take it from me; I have covered hundreds of fatality accidents. It only takes a second of inattention to create a lifetime of grief. How did some of our drivers get to be like this? Driving should be a privilege, not a right, but some treat it like a stock-car race. Folks, slow down. Whatever it is you’re speeding to, it’s not that important. Remember, school is back in session this month, and that means being even more careful.

THOMAS EDWARDS EXECUTIVE EDITOR CLARIFICATION: A story in the July LOCAL Community News should have stated that as of July 9, CPS Energy had 675 customers who have opted out of using smart meters, out of more than 500,000 installed in the service territory.

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Dialing down on cellphone hang-ups by SUSAN YERKES

efore diving into observations on this surreal summer with its oppressive temperatures, headlines full of tragedy, and polarized groups here and abroad, I have some good news. After my July column concerning potential changes to the University of Texas at San Antonio’s HemisFair campus and the Institute of Texan Cultures, in relation to a possible bid to create a downtown baseball stadium,

longtime San Antonio Conservation Society leader Nancy Avellar informed me her organization is going to bat to preserve the distinctive ITC building. In a letter to University of Texas Board of Regents Chairman Paul L. Foster, UTSA President Ricardo Romo, District 1 Councilman Roberto Treviño and Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corp. CEO Andres Andujar, society President Janet Dietel notes: “Not only is the Institute of Texan Cultures a designated city landmark, with protections outlined in the city’s Unified Development Code, but the Texas Historical Commission has determined the building eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.” Stay tuned for developments. Back to the surreal. One of my mother’s greatest gifts to me was the lesson that faith and humor get you through tough times. Maybe that’s why in spite of the dire news worldwide, I’m thinking about the most absurd things. August may be the best month to do so. It’s too hot for heated arguments, and soon enough

we’ll have to get down to business, return to school and elect a president. So, let me visit the lighter side for a moment. For instance, there’s the true story of a 34-year-old Los Angeles man who went to Las Vegas this summer to marry his cellphone. He did it in a ceremony at The Little Vegas Chapel, with the phone swathed in white casing on a stand next to him. The groom slipped his finger into the ring on his iPhone holder. (Thankfully, Siri didn’t say “I do.”) Of course, Nevada doesn’t recognize a union between a smartphone and a human. The whole thing reeked of a publicity stunt, but it’s worth considering in a world where some folks pay more attention to their phones than families or friends. The other day I was sitting with some acquaintances when one woman confessed to dropping her cellphone in the toilet, adding “…and I lost all my contacts.” The collective “Oh, no!” gasp from the group would’ve been just as appropriate at news of an unexpected death. Our digital tools have become critical

extensions of our lives, sometimes with unhappy consequences. I don’t really need a landline anymore, but I continue to own one. What if I need it to call my cellphone when it gets lost in my house? At least 90 percent of the time the landline rings, it’s telemarketers, and now, I’m beginning to get telemarketing calls on my cellphone, too, no matter how many times I’ve put my numbers on the no-call list. Sometimes I agree with a wry and funny friend who puts all her technological troubles succinctly: “All our modern conveniences are turnin’ against us.” Still, despite the hassles of calling unhelpful help lines, bills too complex to fathom, and the considerable expense of connectivity, I, too, find my phone, like my tablet and laptop, pretty indispensable these days. Not enough, however, to marry them. Then again, in a world sometimes resembling a three-ring circus gone wrong, it’s comforting to know I’m not alone. syerkes@localcommunitynews.com

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STOPPING GRAFFITI Come to the Salado building breezeway 13 in Hardberger Park (eastern entrance), 13203 Blanco Road, from 9-11 a.m. to chat with representatives from San Antonio’s graffiti-abatement program. For more, call 492-7472 or contact admin@philhardbergerpark.org.

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NEISD BOARD The next meetings of the North East Independent School District trustees will be held at 5:30 p.m. at 8961 Tesoro Drive. The first hour is closed to the public. To confirm dates and times of sessions normally scheduled on the second Monday in the month, call 407-0533.

BEXAR COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS The 11 association’s directors meet the second Thursday of each month from 4-6 p.m. at 3355 Cherry Ridge Drive, Suite 208. All members are welcome. For more, visit http://www.bexarmg.org.

CASTLE HILLS The next City Council meeting is slated 9 for 6:30 p.m. in City Hall, 209 Lemonwood Drive, on the second Tuesday of the month. For more, visit http://www.cityofcastlehills.com/.

CONCERT IN THE COMMONS Phantosis performs in the 13 Castle Hills common, 209 Lemonwood Drive, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Bring blankets and lawn chairs; have a picnic or enjoy on-site food vendors.

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DROP-IN MAHJONG AUG Come to the Senior Center in 17 the Barshop Jewish Community Center on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. to play mahjong. Coffee will be served. Everyone is welcome. The JCC is on the Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community, 12500 N.W. Military Highway. For more, call Cathy Pottorf at 302-6870. MEMORY-CARE TALKS AUG selected dates from 17, 31 On August through November, Arden Courts of San Antonio, 15290 Huebner Road, will host a series on Alzheimer’s disease and the various stages of other forms of dementia. Learn coping

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techniques from 6-7:30 p.m., when a light dinner will be provided. Attend one or all of these informative sessions intended for caregivers and sufferers. Space is limited; RSVP early. For questions and to register, call 408-9100 or contact SanAntonio@arden-courts.com. SILVER CINEMA On the first and third Thursday of each month at 1 p.m., a free film will be screened for senior citizens in the Barshop Jewish Community Center’s Holzman Auditorium; no cost for popcorn and coffee. Walk-ins are welcome. The JCC is on the Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community, 12500 N.W. Military Highway. For more, call 302-6860.

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ON WITH THE SHOW The Sheldon Vexler Theatre, on the campus of the Barshop Jewish Community Center, presents “The Foreigner.” Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Saturdays and 2:30

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HAPPENING continues from pg. 05 p.m. Sundays. The JCC is on the Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community, 12500 N.W. Military Highway. For questions and to purchase tickets, which range from from $16-$22, call 302-6835. MAYOR SPEAKS Mayor Ivy AUG Taylor presents her vision 19 for the city in an 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. luncheon at the Omni San Antonio Hotel at the Colonnade, 9821 Colonnade Blvd. To register for individual seats, at $65, contact Whitney Lewis at wlewis@ northsachamber.com. For questions, visit www.northsachamber.com. WATCH THE BIRDIE Come to the Urban Ecology Center 20 at Hardberger Park’s western entrance, 8400 N.W. Military Highway, from 9-11 a.m. for an educational program about San Antonio’s urban birds, led by Greg and Jana Gibbons, avid birders and Master Naturalists. A kid-friendly craft will be included. No

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registration required. Though free, a $3 donation, or $5 per family, is suggested. For questions, call 492-7472 or contact admin@philhardbergerpark.org. READY, SET, GO! The 10th annual Churchill Cross 20 Country 5K Run/Walk will begin at 8 a.m. at Walker Ranch Park, 12603 West Ave. Cost varies. For questions, contact Sandy Winkley at sawinkley@sbcglobal.net or call 860-5814. To register, visit www.athleteguild.com.

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SCHOOL STARTS Northside and North 22 East independent school districts begin their 2016-17 academic years, although students get off Sept. 5 (Labor Day). For more, visit www. nisd.net or www.neisd.net.

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SHAVANO PARK City Council holds its monthly meeting 22 at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall, 900 Saddletree Court, on the fourth Monday of the month. For more, visit

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off the 2016 season with their annual Gucci Bowl rivalry against Clark High School. The home game is at 7 p.m. at Comalander Stadium, 12002 Jones Maltsberger Road. For a complete schedule, visit www.neisd.net/athletics/.

http://www.shavanopark.org/. NISD TRUSTEES The Northside Independent School District 23 board regularly meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the conference room at 5900 Evers Road. Sessions are open to the public. For more and to confirm dates and times, visit www.nisd.net.

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PICNIC WITH THE MAYOR IN Castle Hills, the second 27 annual Back to School Picnic with the Mayor is 10 a.m. at The Commons, 209 Lemonwood Drive and next door to City Hall.

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HADASSAH HONOREE The San Antonio chapter of the 24 women’s volunteer organization will recognize Barbara “Barbie” ScharfZeldes at 7 p.m. in a North Central home. Award-winning author Dafna Michaelson Jenet will also be on hand. Registration closes Aug. 16. For details and to register, visit http://www.hadassah.org/ events/2016sahdifference or call Hadassah Treasurer Roberta Abelman at 391-7405 or contact rabelman@satx.rr.com.

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TABLE TENNIS, ANYONE? pingpong takes 27-28 Competitive center stage beginning at 9 a.m., both days, at Alamo Gymnastics Center, 16675 Huebner Road. The San Antonio Summer Open is for all skill levels and many age groups. Cash prizes total $2,000. For questions, call Loren Williams at 254-0987. For application forms and fee requirements, visit www.satabletennis.org.

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SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM HAPPENING continues from pg. 06 NATURE WALK: XERIC ADAPTIONS BY PLANTS 27 Come to the Urban Ecology Center at Hardberger Park’s western entrance, 8400 N.W. Military Highway, from 8-10 a.m. to examine how plants survive and thrive under dry conditions. It’s presented by Mary Irish from the Native Plant Society of Texas’ San Antonio Chapter, and space is limited to 24 walkers. Call-in registration is required; phone Stan at 464-1365. Though free, a $3 donation, or $5 per family, is suggested. For more, contact admin@philhardbegerpark.org.

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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT SEPT. Registration concludes on 1 this date for the Oct. 4 event recognizing the partnership between police and residents to safeguard communities. Register block parties, both locally and nationally, at http://www. sanantonio.gov/SAPD/NationalNightOut/ NNOOnlineApplication.aspx and https://natw.org/registration. For questions, contact Alison Band, District 9 team captain, at alisoncalloway@ hotmail.com or call 896-1492. GEOLOGY ROCKS! Hardberger Park’s Urban 3 Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Highway (western entrance), hosts a discussion by St. Mary’s University professor David Turner on rocks and minerals from 9-11 a.m. Bring your own rock to be identified. No registration required. Though free, a $3 donation, or $5 per family, is suggested. For more, contact admin@philhardbegerpark.org.

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SIPS AND SWEETS Amy Kritzer of the food blog What 8 Jew Wanna Eat visits the Barshop Jewish Community Center for an evening of food, drinks and company featuring the release of her first cookbook. The 7 p.m. event is open to everyone. The JCC is on the Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community, 12500 N.W. Military Highway. For questions and to purchase tickets, go to www. jccsanantonio.org or call 302-6867.

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PRESERVATION TALK Judit Green, an urban biologist from the Texas Parks &

Wildlife Department, visits Hardberger Park’s Urban Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Highway (western entrance), from 9-11 a.m. to discuss the state’s endangered and threatened species. No registration is required. Though free, a $3 donation, or $5 per family, is suggested. For more, contact admin@philhardbegerpark.org. NEVER TOO OLD TO LEARN While schoolchildren SUMMER are vacationing, grownups can gain knowledge. The North East Independent School District Community Education program presents a multitude of enriching courses for adults (and children). Most classes are taught in NEISD facilities or the district’s Community Learning Center, 8750 Tesoro Drive. For more, visit https://communityed.neisd.net or call Carrie Smith, NEISD Community Education Coordinator, at 401-0140.

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Open and Opening Soon 1. THE LITTLE BOTTLE COMPANY, 11854 Wurzbach Road, opened June 23 and features bouquets of miniature liquor bottles tied with ribbons, including Blooming Bottles, which are billed as “uniquely personalized spiritfilled arrangements to celebrate any special occasion.” Bouquet designs can incorporate color, lights, logos, mementos and even nonalcoholic drinks. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. For more, call 7755001 or visit www.thelittlebottlecompany. com. (See story on page 25)

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Interstate 10 West, is an indoor skydiving arena that makes the dream of flying a reality for customers. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday. For more, call 762-4359, or visit www. iflyworld.com or facebook.com/ iFLYSanAntonio. (See story on page 24)

4. PHO PLACE, 1160 N. Loop 1604 West, Suite 107, serves Vietnamese pho noodle soup, pad thai, curry thai, spring rolls, autumn rolls, boba smoothies, Vietnamese coffee and much more. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed Sunday. For more, call 493-2885 or visit myphoplace.com. IN OTHER NEWS DISTRICT 8 COUNCILMAN RON NIRENBERG recently was elected vice chairman of the Sisters City International board during its 60th Anniversary Conference in Washington, D.C. Nirenberg’s term is two years, and then he will assume the chairmanship in 2018. Founded in 1956 by then-President Dwight D. Eisenhower, SCI is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization with a mission to “promote peace through mutual respect, understanding and cooperation” and plays a critical role in “sustaining global relationships by connecting cities through civic, educational and cultural exchange.” In a press release,

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student loading and unloading. While criminal offenses are in place for violators, enforcement has been difficult due to the large number of buses involved with morning and afternoon commutes. Judson, Southwest and East Central independent school districts are also participating in the program. Since 2012, more than 16 Texas municipalities – including Dallas, Austin and San Marcos – have passed civil-penalty ordinances for school bus stop-arm violations.

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ASTLE HILLS — Two years after taking over when another city manager resigned, Diane Pfeil has been dismissed as a result of a no-confidence vote at a special meeting of the City Council. Alderman Douglas Gregory was the lone dissenter in the 4-1 vote on July 8. Pfeil was unavailable for comment, but her attorney said the reasons for the city manager’s departure bear more scrutiny. As of a press time, Pfeil’s

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held a no-confidence vote “despite the fact that she received a $22,500 raise in September 2015 and the city is in good economic condition.” The decision to let Pfeil go was not easy, Mayor Tim Howell said in a prepared release. “As council members expressed during the meeting, there are several things Ms. Pfeil did well,” Howell said. “(Alderman) Gregory noted that, in his opinion, her ability to handle the city’s financial situation outweighs the sometimes uncomfortable way she deals with employees. But as other council members expressed, they believe the way she deals with people is a higher priority.” He added, “In the end, by a 4-1 vote, the council did not believe the way Ms. Pfeil did things on a dayto-day basis was right for the city.” The elected leaders did not discuss what Howell said were complaints against Pfeil. “The preliminary consideration for the council was whether they had confidence in her abilities in the first

place,” Howell said. “If no confidence exists, regardless of whether any complaints had been raised, the council could remove her by a two-thirds vote.” Howell said, “The no-confidence vote is a no-fault determination, meaning it is not based on any finding of wrongdoing. No confidence does not mean incompetent. It means Ms. Pfeil may be a better fit for a different city. However, as the chief administrator for the city, the City Council must have confidence she will execute their instructions the Castle Hills way.” If the vote had gone in Pfeil’s favor, the complaints would have been aired, the mayor indicated. “Had the council believed Ms. Pfeil was still a proper fit for the city, the council would have addressed the complaints one at a time,” according to the press release. “The complaints are no longer an issue as the City Council did not vote based on the complaints. If anyone is interested in

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armarking $15 million in the upcoming 201722 bond issue for a land bridge linking Hardberger Park over Wurzbach Parkway could be a hard sell with City Council when other parts of San Antonio lack basic infrastructure, some officials say.

The council is set to consider the fiscal year budget in August; by law it takes effect Oct. 1. Those deliberations will help decide what funding requests could be on the ballot in May, including

the land bridge for the North Side park straddling council districts 8 and 9. So far District 8 Councilman Ron Nirenberg is behind the project. District 9 Councilman Joe Krier last year expressed support but lately hasn’t said much. Mayor Ivy Taylor has not endorsed the project. “While I think it’s still too early in the process to talk about specific amounts, I have confidence that our citizen-based process, which will include the appointment of a Parks Bond

Committee and many opportunities for taxpayer input, will prioritize projects according to the value they bring to our community,” Taylor said. Brian Dillard, the president of the Dignowity Neighborhood Association on the East Side, does not favor spending $15 million on the land bridge. “I have residents who don’t have sidewalks. I have to make them our priority,” he said about the up-and-coming neighborhood in District 2, which for

decades was part of an economically depressed part of town. “I look at this project and it looks like a lot of money. We’ve already given close to $40 million to Hardberger Park, but what our residents really want are street lights and street repairs. Fifteen million is a lot of money.” Supporters say the bridge will ease pedestrian traffic across busy Wurzbach Parkway, where speeds range from 45 mph to 60 mph; help preserve animals’ lives as they travel to and from the southern and northern portions of the park bisected by Wurzbach Parkway; and add to the park’s aesthetic value. Taylor acknowledged there is widespread support for the land bridge. “I know Councilman Nirenberg is leading this project in his district, and I know the Hardberger Park Conservancy has met with a number of council members about making an allocation from their bond project list,” she said. Nirenberg considers the land bridge a major asset for his constituents.

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LAND BRIDGE continues from pg. 12 “There will always be pushback to spending large sums of public money,” he said. “But universally the pushback is on poor investments. Constituents are telling me this gives us a healthier and more balanced city among all the development. I’m an optimist and my hope is City Council will recognize the extraordinary opportunity we have to make good on the promise made to voters several times in investing in and completing Hardberger Park.” The land bridge was included in the original Master Plan for the park. “From a (city Parks & Recreation Department) perspective, anytime you can deliver an element previously approved by council in the master plan, that’s a good thing,” said Homer Garcia, acting assistant director for Parks & Rec. “And the land bridge was in the master plan.” According to Nirenberg, the city might not have to foot the entire bill for the bridge. “It is complicated to build a land bridge. The goal is to leverage the private investment with public funds,” he said. “The Hardberger Park Conservancy is committed to raising $10 million, making this one of the few projects on the bond which would couple private and public dollars. The 2017 Bond Program is expected to total $850 million with no tax increase whatsoever.”

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He hopes support for the park comes from the highest levels at City Hall. “As for the mayor, I certainly hope she supports this and so do thousands of constituents who visit the park every week,” Nirenberg said. The Hardberger Park Conservancy, a nonprofit that supports the park’s mission, has already started the funding process, said Executive Director Betty Sutherland. “We have now raised $5 million and we are working on naming rights which will take us to $8 million,” she said, adding that former Mayor Phil Hardberger — the park’s namesake and major advocate — “is confident we can raise the remaining dollars from the private sector.” Dillard, however, maintains there are plenty of other pressing issues the city needs to look after. “I agree the park serves the entire community and it has served the entire community for a long time,” he said. “But I’m not convinced it is worth the $15 million they say the bridge will cost. A majority of our voters are waiting on deferred maintenance.” Meanwhile, with no land bridge, Sutherland said animals are dying far too often on Wurzbach Parkway. “Since November 2015, when the speed limit was raised on the parkway between Blanco Road and Northwest Military Highway to 50 mph, even more of our wildlife are being killed,” she said.

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AUG. 8 - SEPT. 12, 2016 LEE VOLUNTEERS District: 26-6A Coach: Danny Kloza (18-42 in seventh season at school and overall) Last year: 6-4; 2-4 district (tied for fifth) Lowdown: Lee came within a win of securing its first playoff berth since 1993. The Volunteers return five starters on both sides of the ball. RB Sammy Davis IV (6-0, 200, Sr.) is expected to carry the load following the graduation of two-time all-district QB Kyle Fuller. Davis rushed for 1,113 yards and 13 TDs, with 221 yards and 4 TDs receiving in only seven games last fall. Other top returnees include OL Anthony Casarez (6-0, 245, Sr.), LB Tim Longoria (5-10, 185, Sr.) and DLs Juan Sosa (6-0, 265, Sr.) and Sam Brooks (6-1, 265, Sr.), who combined for 114 tackles. DBs Brandon Falkquay (6-0, 185, Sr.), Sonny Orozco (5-10, 170, Jr.) and Vincent

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CHURCHILL CHARGERS District: 26-6A Coach: Ron Harris (6-5 in second season at school and overall) Last year: 6-5 6A-DI bi-district finalist; 3-3 district (tied third) Lowdown: An experienced offensive unit featuring seven returning starters will spark the Chargers, who return four defensive starters. Jordan Billups (6-0, 190, Sr.) shifted last season to QB from WR and passed for 400 yards and a TD, plus 170 receiving yards and a TD. RB Jordan

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BRANDEIS BRONCOS District: 28-6A Coach: Jeff Fleener (7-5 in second season at school and overall) Last year: 7-5 DII area finalist; 4-1 district (tied for first in 27-6A Zone B) Lowdown: The Broncs went into rebuilding mode after their 12-2 march to the 2014 state quarterfinals, but nonetheless posted a solid season last fall. Brandeis returns three offensive and eight defensive starters, led by WR Sean Mellish (6-2, 180, Sr.) with 772 receiving yards; DB Parker Pruett (6-0, 165, Sr.); DLs Ian Blake (6-2, 200, Sr.) and Brandon Matterson (6-2, 240, Jr.); and RB/LB Marlon Flores-Flores (5-10, 170, Jr.). Blake switches from LB to the D-line, which also features Michael Gardner (5-11, 245, Jr.). WR Ryan Lipe

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FOOTBALL continues from pg. 15 (6-1, 180, Sr.) and OL Michael Browne (6-3, 315, Sr.) are other offensive stalwarts. Notable: The Broncos defeated Corpus Christi Carroll 49-21 in bi-district action before losing 35-31 to Schertz Clemens in the area round of last year’s playoffs … Mellish, Blake, Matterson, Pruett, Flores-Flores and DB Miles Puller (5-11, 165, Sr.) return as first-team all-district selections … Brandeis opens the season hosting Johnson at 7 p.m. Aug. 27.

CLARK COUGARS District: 28-6A Coach: Steve McGhee (23-38 in seventh season at school and overall) Last year: 2-8; 2-3 district (tied for third in 27-6A Zone B) Lowdown: The Cougars search for positives behind five returning starters on both sides of the ball. 2016 leaders

are WR Luke McGhee (6-8, 210, Sr.), RB Kenny Bivens (5-9, 155, So.), three-year starting LBs Austin Alvarado (5-11, 200, Sr.) and Matthew Ozuna (6-1, 200, Sr.) and DL Caleb Ackerson (5-11, 220, Jr.). Notable: McGhee is the lone returning first-team all-district player … The Cougars visit Churchill in the Gucci Bowl season-opener for both teams at 7 p.m. Aug. 25.

BRACKENRIDGE EAGLES District: 28-5A Coach: Willie Hall (119-105 in 22nd season at school and overall) Last year: 4-6; 4-4 district (fifth) Lowdown: After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2006, the Eagles return four starters each on offense and defense. Veterans include OT/DT John Naranjo (6-1, 240, Sr.); OL Ryan Ozuna (5-9, 190, Sr.); WR/FS Justin Eaton (6-4, 170, Sr.); QB Vincent Gonzales (5-10, 150, Jr.)

and FB/RB Fred Jones (5-10, 155, Sr.). Notable: Naranjo is the team’s lone returning all-district player … The Eagles host Somerset in the season-opener for both teams at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 26.

COLE COUGARS District: 13-3A-Division I Coach: John Reyes (0-0 in first season at school) Last year: 3-7; 0-5 district (sixth) Lowdown: Behind a new leader, the Cougars return eight offensive and six defensive starters. Top players include QB/DB Pedro Carranza (5-9, 160, Sr.); RB-DB Tyrell Dunlap (5-9, 175, Sr.); WR/CB Austin Barr (5-10, 160, Jr.); RB/ LB Jacquez Harris (5-9, 170, Jr.); and OL/DLs Clifford Jacobs (6-3, 270, Jr.) and Isaiah Atseriak (6-2, 295, Jr.). Notable: Dunlap, who rushed for 1,315 yards and 13 TDs in 2015, is the only returning all-district player …

ANTONIAN APACHES District: TAPPS 11-man Division I-District 2 Coach: Van Fuschak (37-18 in sixth season at school; 153-117-1 in 25th year overall) Last year: 4-6; 1-4 district (fifth) Lowdown: Injuries kept the Apaches from the playoffs after they advanced to the state semifinals in 2014. Five starters return on both offense and defense. QB Jake Smith (6-1, 175, Sr.) passed for more than 500 yards last season. RB/LB Brady French (5-9, 170, Sr.) had 862 yards rushing and 27 tackles; OL/DL Adam Binzak (6-1, 215, Sr.) produced 53 tackles and six sacks. Other top returnees include RB/DB Kyte McDonald (5-9, 160, So.) and WR Gus Arteaga (5-10, 165, Jr.). Notable: Binzak and OL Alexander Vigil (5-11, 250, Sr.) return as all-state players …

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CASTLE HILLS FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL EAGLES District: TAPPS 6-man Division I-District 4 Coach: Jeremy Samplaski (188 in third season at school) Last year: 6-6 DII regional semifinalist; 4-2 district Lowdown: Two years removed from their Division II state championship, the Eagles soar into Division I this year. Five starters are back on each side of the ball. Top returnees include QB/DE Nathan Mumme (6-3, 215, Sr.), who passed for 1,316 yards and 24 TDs and crunched 84 tackles on defense. RB/DB Grant Hanson (5-10, 180, Sr.) tallied more than 1,700 yards and 31 TDs on offense, plus 106 stops defensively. Notable: Castle Hills defeated Orange Community Christian School 64-19 in bi-district before falling 78-38 to Austin Veritas Academy in the regional round … Returning all-state players include Mumme, Hanson, WR/DB Andrew Anderson (6-1, 175, Jr.) and LB-RB Luke

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Bruce Collie, offensive lineman and LEE graduate (1980), won consecutive Super Bowls in 1989 and 1990 playing for the San Francisco 49ers. He also played pro ball for the Philadelphia Eagles … ANTONIAN garnered Texas Christian Interscholastic League and Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools state championships in 1991 and 1992 ... CHURCHILL alum Alex Van Pelt (1988) broke numerous quarterback records at the University of Pittsburgh and is the Panthers’ all-time passing-yards leader. He’s currently the quarterback/wide receiver coach for the Green Bay Packers … FEAST, a team comprised of homeschooled players, advanced to state championship games in each of the past six seasons … CLARK graduate Wane McGarity (1994) was a pass catcher for the Longhorns at the University of Texas. His NFL career included stops with the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints. He now coaches wide receivers at Central Catholic High School … CASTLE HILLS FIRST BAPTIST won six-man state championships in 2013 and 2014 … Kivuusama Mays graduated from COLE in the early ‘90s and went on to play linebacker for the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers in the pros … BRACKENRIDGE’s Warren McVea was a legendary back who led the Eagles to the Class 4A state championship in 1962. The following year, he tallied 215 yards, six rushing touchdowns and 38 points in a 55-48 loss to Lee in a bi-district playoff at Alamo Stadium; the game ranks among the best in Texas high school football history. McVea later starred at the University of Houston and played in Super Bowl IV with the victorious Kansas City Chiefs …

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that we work closely with and who offer free paint and supplies to businesses and residents impacted by graffiti.” Key to the work of the Development Services Department’s abatement team is its quick response to reports of graffiti, as well as working to remove or paint over graffiti, officials said. “This specific item was reported by a citizen through their City Council office,” said DSD spokeswoman Ximena Copa-Wiggins of the recent work done in District 8. “We have changed the way we address graffiti. Today, about 90 percent of what we abate is proactive (meaning the DSD goes out and finds graffiti).” She added, “That means only 10 percent of the graffiti that we abate is through citizens calling 311, using the app or going online (to report an incident). We also proactively monitor corridors and major thoroughfares that have high volume of graffiti and assign staff to abate them.” Graffiti is a citywide issue, she added, and the DSD budgets about $1.2 million per year for graffiti abatement, an amount that does not include funds from other city departments and outside agencies such as VIA Metropolitan Transit, civic groups and businesses. The graffiti abatement team includes 15 field members working six days a week who are aided by 2,500 volunteers across San Antonio. “Graffiti is a crime and individuals can be arrested for doing it. Graffiti affects everyone in the community,” Copa-Wiggins said. “It brings down property values, drives businesses away and sends a negative message to the community. It is important to abate graffiti as soon as possible. This has been shown to be the best deterrent.” To report unwanted artwork or request cleanup, residents can call 311 or use the app; if they see someone in the act of tagging, call the San Antonio Police Department at the nonemergency number, 207-7273.

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orth East Independent School District trustees have unanimously updated the district’s middle school sex-education curriculum – which isn’t being embraced by all residents.

“The student population at NEISD is very diverse, which means we have to create a curriculum that will reach all of our students,” said Aubrey Chancellor, a spokeswoman for the district. “Unfortunately, some of our students will only receive this information in school, as they might not have people at home to explain it to them.” Classes resume Aug. 22. While most public input generated during the monthslong process supported the district’s approach, others oppose any

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UPDATING CURRICULUM The Texas Education Code dictates course materials and instruction relating to human sexuality, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV and AIDS will be selected by school district trustees on advice from their local school health advisory councils. The code states the curriculum must address the following: n Present abstinence from sexual activity as the preferred choice of behavior for unmarried persons of school age n Devote more attention to abstinence from sexual activity than to any other behavior n Emphasize abstinence from sexual activity as the only 100 percent-effective method in preventing pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV and AIDS, and the emotional trauma associated with adolescent sexual activity; direct adolescents toward accepting abstinence from sexual activity before marriage n Teach contraception and condom use in terms of human-use reality rates instead of theoretical laboratory rates, if instruction on contraception and condoms is included in curriculum content n School districts will not distribute condoms in connection with instruction relating to human sexuality Source: NEISD

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM ABSTINENCE continues from pg. 20 sex-ed program that offers students options other than abstinence. Opponents said the curriculum is geared more toward boys than girls, and its information on contraceptives promotes sexual activity. “North East ISD should offer a leading sex-ed program, one that evidence indicates is effective across all ages, gender and race,” said Gerard Ripley, pastor at Abundant Life Church. “The new program should be selected from the best program – not one that doesn’t help girls.” NEISD first launched middle school sex education 20 years ago. The district’s School Health Advisory Council reviews and updates sex-ed curriculum every three years, according to state law. Chancellor said SHAC, comprised of parents, community members, district officials and teachers, public-health advisers and clergy members, recommended “Draw the Line/Respect the Line,” from four proposed programs. District officials said it’s an evidence-based approach – backed

by research – in teaching human sexuality and abstinence for grades six through eight. The curriculum, which follows state recommendations and district requirements, also addresses current trends such as social media and sexting. Students can participate in five to seven 50-minute lessons, which include guest speakers and role-playing scenarios. Critics said the content needs to include more information for girls. “It does nothing to help girls modify their sexual behavior,” Ripley said. “A tragic consequence is that the most vulnerable people, those girls without parental assistance and home involvement, will be misled.” Since 2011, NEISD has continuously revised approaches toward preventing teen pregnancies, sexually transmitted diseases, infections associated with HIV and AIDS, and emotional traumas associated with adolescent sexual activity. Chancellor said NEISD requires each student receive parental permission prior to receiving sex-ed information, and that 98 percent of guardians have consented. NEISD has always stressed

abstinence as “the only 100 percenteffective option” in preventing sexually transmitted diseases and teen pregnancies. “However, we also give additional tools for students to use in the event they make a different decision,” she added. “The state mandates that if you are teaching health, you must also include information on barrier methods.” While students are advised on forms of contraceptives, NEISD doesn’t instruct pupils on how to use them, Chancellor added. In 2013, the latest available figures, NEISD’s teen pregnancy rates – fewer than 20 births per 1,000 students from the ages of 15 and 19 – were among the lowest in Bexar County. The number of reported pregnancies at NEISD high schools totaled 190 from 2012-13; 186 from 2013-14; 182 from 201415; and 141 through late spring, according to the most recent statistics compiled by the district’s Teen Parenting Program. NEISD students have voiced their support for pregnancy-prevention programs. “There needs to be a program in our

schools that teaches us how to prevent teen pregnancy,” said a sophomore at Madison High School. “Parents can tell their children not to have sex, but that doesn’t mean they’re going to listen to them.” Patrick Von Dohlen, a parent of nine – including seven who attend NEISD schools – said parents, not the district, are responsible for educating their children. “This is a black-and-white issue. It’s a matter of stepping over parental rights – especially when it comes to middle-schoolers,” he said. NEISD worked with the city’s Metropolitan Health District to develop a sex-ed program. The district receives a city grant that provides teacher training during the first year of the program in 2016-17. Kellie Gretschel, executive director of San Antonio Coalition for Life, also urged board members to delay their decision May 9, saying “the agreement assured NEISD’s cooperation with city programs, which were not vetted by the (SHAC) committee or subcommittees.” In the end, the board went with SHAC’s recommendation.

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After review, district has plans to roll out bus program again by COLLETTE ORQUIZ

mobile program this summer serving up a diet of good books and good food in low-income neighborhoods proved so successful the North East Independent School District plans a repeat next year.

Dubbed Books & Bites, the pilot program involved a school bus retrofitted as a mobile cafe that provided free, nutritious lunches and books for check-out to students in five economically challenged communities. NEISD officials said the program helps children if they can’t get to a school cafeteria serving free or reduced-

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price lunches during the summer. Some students also say the program just helps them balance their many responsibilities during the time school is out. “It’s a big blessing, because it’s less stress off of me because I have to cook for (my siblings) during the summer,” said Genevieve Apodaca, a Churchill High School student. Books & Bites ran from June 13

through July 28 and stopped at the five neighborhoods Monday through Thursday. Each visit lasted 20 minutes to serve lunch and allow kids time to grab some reading materials. “The idea was that we wanted to reach kids with free meals in areas that weren’t close to a campus, because we’ve been feeding children in the summer at our schools for years,” said Sharon Glosson, the executive director of NEISD School Nutrition Services. Meals were served by Cafeteria Manager Veronica Miranda and School Nutrition Assistant Carlota Gonzalez. Three middle school librarians volunteered to help check out books — Christie Hirst from Bush, Jamie Jennings from Wood and Michelle Born from Krueger. In the first two weeks, the NEISD staffers served 865 meals and checked out 149 books. Based on positive feedback from parents and the communities, Glosson said they will continue the program after a review. “We’re definitely not pioneers in the state, but in the city we are,” Glosson added.

“We looked to other cities who already had similar models last summer to get an idea of what to do, and so we’re just trying to encourage other school districts in the city to think about this for the future.” Stops for the mobile cafe required that at least half of the children qualified for free or reduced-price meals at school. Officials said 37 percent of students enrolled at NEISD campuses take advantage of the program when they are at school, a decrease from 42 percent during the previous school year. The five stops included the Dellview Park and Pool and San Pedro North Mobile Home Community, as well as other areas to service students from Lee, Madison, Roosevelt and Churchill high school clusters. Apodaca lives in San Pedro North Mobile Home Community, which is surrounded by neighborhoods that didn’t meet the eligibility requirements. “Not to say that anybody is really poor, but it’s hard to feed a family

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with marinara dipping sauce and chicken nuggets, all served with fruits, vegetables and milk. “It’s still meeting all of the National School Lunch program guidelines for all the nutrients,” Glosson said. “It just looks like fun food so the kids are enticed, too.” Cafeteria staff members tried to keep the food kid-friendly, while staying away from messier items such as spaghetti and meatballs. According to Glosson, any time they can offer a program in conjunction with meals, more kids will attend, so she reached out to the Library Services Department to help coordinate the project. Not only could students check out books, but they could also take home audiobooks or an e-reader. “I think it’s great that NEISD came up with just a fantastic program that takes some of the transportation issues out of the equation. Kids can get nourishment for the bodies — brains and souls — both through food and books” Jennings said. For more and to keep up with Books & Bites, check out twitter. com/BooksAndBites_.

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Lights can be added to some of the bouquets. “Lighting is incorporated when the setting is going to be in the evening, such as a wedding venue,” Sylvester said. “Lighting is carefully selected based on the occasion and desired ambiance.” Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. Online ordering is also offered.

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ama Fu’s Asian House is blending the tastes of the Far East with healthy choices, including options for the adventurous palate. The Austin-based Asianfusion eatery opened July 5 at 12055 Vance Jackson Road. “We provide many healthy dining options and have extensive vegan and gluten-free menus,” said spokeswoman Patti-Lynn Walker. “Our goal is to guide customers to the flavors they crave, no matter what their palate.” The dishes served at Mama Fu’s include traditional Asian-inspired cuisine that diners know and love, such as crab rangoon and sesame chicken. The daring who want to try a little something different, however, can order dishes that include spicy varieties.

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