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SMSD rebukes unauthorized election ﬂier By Landan Kuhlmann LKUHLMANN@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Stafford Municipal School District administrators denounced an unauthorized campaign flier they say was posted on district property and endorsed three candidates for the election that ended last Saturday. Superintendent Robert Bostic said the flier, which endorsed A.J. Honore for Staf-

ford mayor, Auturo Jackson for city council and Alicia LacyCastille for the school board, contained school district letterhead but was not authorized by the district. The flier said it came from “ShaMekka Ludd (Pratt-Simmons),” a former school board member who resigned in 2012, and it may have been distributed to members of the community leading up to the election. It is unclear if Pratt-Simmons, who could not be

reached for comment, had anything to do with it. “It’s illegal, and we don’t do it,” Bostic said of endorsing political candidates. “We don’t do that kind of work.” Two of the endorsed candidates said they were not responsible for the flier, which encouraged recipients to take advantage of the early voting period from April 22-30. Stafford City Councilman Cecil Willis said he had several Stafford residents contact him

after receiving fliers. “Nobody from my campaign has had any communication with that person,” said Honore, who lost to longtime Stafford Mayor Leonard Scarcella. “When I got the call, it was as much a surprise to me as anybody.” Jackson, who is preparing for a runoff election, said much the same. “I had no knowledge of the incident, nor do I condone the misuse or inappropriate use of

materials, people, or resources,” he said. “Unfortunately, during this election cycle, we have had instances where individuals haven't used the best judgement in an effort to help candidates and campaigns. Some of those incidents are still being reviewed and addressed. It's time for the Stafford community to come together and move forward.”

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Scarcella re-elected as mayor of Stafford By Landan Kuhlmann LKUHLMANN@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Saturday’s unofficial Fort Bend County election results showed several incumbents winning re-election in major local races. Highly competitive FBISD races came down to the wire in some cases, while a multitude of races have yet to be decided. In all, 25,233 voters cast ballots in the May 4 elections, or roughly 7.2 percent of the county’s registered voters. All results are unofficial until canvassed. Stafford Mayor Leonard Scarcella defeated primary challenger A.J. Honore in the Stafford mayoral race, garnering 62.9 percent (1,150) of the 1,828 total votes compared to Honore’s 34.9 percent (638 votes). Scarcella has served as Stafford’s mayor since 1969. Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees In FBISD, the anticipated contested races by and large lived up to their billing. For Position 7, incumbent Dave Rosenthal won about 45.8 percent (6,714) of the vote, beating out six challengers to retain his position. Monica Riley, who garnered about 18.5 percent (2,708) of ballots cast from nearly 14,700 voters was the runnerup. More than 16,000 ballots were cast for Position 3, and incumbent Jim Rice won 48.6 percent (7,837) of the votes to

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Annual event helps Missouri City woman make mark on community By Theresa D. McClellan FOR THE FORT BEND STAR

On any given day, Kelly Matte can be seen in multiple Missouri City communities at meetings, fielding questions from neighbors and making life a little easier for residents. “I’m constantly hearing people say, ‘You’re everywhere,’ and that’s the way I like it,” said Matte, the liaison for Missouri City’s 63 homeowners associations. Property managers and residents look to the friendly yet laser-focused Matte to break through the bureaucratic maze that can occur in government and bring Missouri City to its people. She also helps keep the city abreast of neighborhood concerns. So it was no surprise that when the city was looking for a way to celebrate mothers three years ago, Matte came up with the perfect idea. The mother and grandmother always loved when her two children, now adults, made presents rather than buying them for Mother’s Day. So she organized what is now the third annual citywide cake-decorating celebration where daughters bring their mothers, fathers gather their children and all types of friends and families get together to create personal cakes and decorate handmade cards for their loved ones. This year’s event, which costs $15 per cake kit, is from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at Missouri City Hall

Community Center, 1522 Texas Parkway. Matte said about 60 people already have registered online for the event, where participants will get six-inch cakes, icing, decorating tools and decorations provided by Missouri City’s own bakery, Million Cakes. “My mom and I attended this event (last year) as a way to celebrate our motherdaughter relationship and we had a great time,” Susan Soto said. “We took fun photos in the photo booth, decorated cakes for each other and truly felt like a part of the community as we joined other Missouri City residents who celebrated Mother’s Day that way.” Matte usually spends Mother’s Day relaxing and getting pampered by her children and 5-year-old grandson, Ian, who she calls “the twinkle of my eye.” One year they spent the day at the Brazos River Park. That family time is welcome for Matte, because it is not unusual for her to spend at least 50 hours a week in meetings, at annual neighborhood gatherings and finding information for the city and its residents. Matte said she likes the “people aspect” of her job, and there are people who like the way she approaches it. “Kelly has helped me in my role as president of the Thunderbird North Community Association as a conduit for information back and forth,” Soto said.

Kelly Matte “She brings information and opportunities to us and receives requests for assistance with an efficient, professional approach. She is a unique and helpful resource to our Board of Directors and provides our neighborhood residents with a direct hotline to City Hall.” Stacie Walker, director of communications for Missouri City, said Matte has been a “fixture on the Fort Bend SEE MOTHER'S, PAGE 3

Students voice concerns about UH Sugar Land parking fee As it came to light the UniBy Landan Kuhlmann LKUHLMANN@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Shown here is a nearly full parking lot at University of Houston Sugar Land. With a parking fee set to be implemented in the fall, students have voiced concerns over potential space availability. (Photo by Landan Kuhlmann)

versity of Houston is set to implement an annual $285 parking fee at its Sugar Land campus, where Wharton County Junior College also operates, there has been a visceral reaction. UH Parking and Transportation held town hall meetings last Thursday and Friday for students, faculty and staff at the two schools to provide input on mitigating the fee’s effect once it begins for the 2019 fall semester. For at least one student, the meetings did not happen soon enough. “This seems like something that’s been in the works for a while. A lot of people

have good ideas and could’ve pitched something then that would’ve caused a lot less negative emotion toward it,” said Alyssa J. Davis, president of the WCJC Sugar Land Student Government Association. “This feels like it’s last minute, and that’s not fair to the ones affected, especially since the decision was finalized without the knowledge of the students.” UH plans to add about 250 parking spaces at its Sugar Land campus to accommodate growth. The new parking fee is a funding mechanism for the $3 million project. There will be several changes to the current parking situation as that project takes shape, according to UH Assistant Director of Parking and Transportation Eric

Holamon. Park and Ride riders, which have been spread between lots 2 and 3 on campus, will now be consolidated to Lot 3, so that the two lots closest to campus will be reserved for students, faculty and staff who have paid the fee. Students, faculty and staff also will be able to park at Smart Financial Centre – which has 300 spots available on a first-come, first-served basis – and either walk or ride the free UH shuttle that goes to and from campus on a schedule that varies by semester. For the public library on campus, there will be 120 spots designated for free patron and 30-minute campus parking.

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Police are searching for a man they say allegedly kidnapped a young girl from a bus stop while she was waiting for her bus. According to a release from the Stafford Police Department, officers responded to the 12500 block of South Kirkwood in Stafford after reports of a 12 year-old female returning home after being taken from that area. According to the news release, the girl was walking in the parking lot of a local business in the 12500 block of S. Kirkwood when

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Flat tires and friendships – appreciating the best in your life Every so often, we just need to hit the pause button and reflect on life’s journey, taking time to appreciate each passing moment and the people in our lives. I know I am after a recent happening just days shy of my 27th birthday. I feel like doing so is a necessity from time to time, to keep from going stir crazy in a world that seems to be driving us toward just that. In the wake of transitioning from The Leader in Houston to the Fort Bend Star, it’s not something I’ve done nearly enough. But that recent happening, despite its simplicity, served to remind me just how precious the good people in your life are – and to not let them ever forget how much they mean to you. I have to brag on one of my best friends, Taylor,

★ PARKING, FROM PAGE 1 “As enrollment continues to increase, we will need more parking facilities and spaces, so there’s always going to be a reinvestment to meet that need,” Holamon said of the Sugar Land campuses, which will have about 5,500 combined students for the fall semester. Concerns still abound Smith said students at Wharton County Junior College have come to the student government organization with several concerns, such as overall affordability. She said students have suggested being able to pay in installments or use financial aid as payment for passes as more affordable options. “We appreciate lowering the cost per semester, but some of us can’t pay any of

★ MOTHER'S, FROM PAGE 1 County scene for more than 13 years.” Matte once worked for H-E-B in its community relations program and has been a member of the Chamber of Commerce as well as a volunteer and coordinator for a number of outreach initiatives, such as Family Promise. Matte came from Tulsa, Oklahoma and worked here in the oil and gas industry and helping her ex-husband in his insurance business. After working for the grocery chain and partnering with the city on proj-

this week, because he reminded me just how rare truly kind-hearted and giving people are in this world, and why he’s one of the best friends I have. Last Monday around 7 p.m., I shut down the lights and locked the door at the Star office. Last week’s edition of the paper was laid out, so it was time to hop in the car, throw on some tunes and gradually unwind from the grind of another week’s work. But, as often happens,

life had other plans. And in a way, I’m glad it did. As I made my way down Highway 90 toward the Grand Parkway toll road for my nightly trek back to Katy, something with the car just felt … off. I couldn’t explain it, just a sixth sense type of thing. Not long after, I discovered something was in fact amiss. My 2017 Toyota Camry XLE, with all its fancy gadgets and sensors, gives you the option to have a display screen telling you how much air pressure is in each tire. And in my constant paranoia – which perhaps comes with passing age – I always have that display on in front of my eyes. And on it, I saw the passenger-side rear tire pressure had dropped from a standard 34 down to 29 faster than a Justin

Verlander heater. Cue the heart dropping. Then, to 28, 27 and 26 … you get the picture. I started booking it for the next available exit and wound up pulling my now three-wheel vehicle into the parking lot of a shopping center in Richmond near Mason Road and West Bellfort Street. Now, changing the tire isn’t the issue; that’s a rite of passage most adults have undertaken in their lives. No, the race was now against the dark of night quickly descending. When I change a tire, it takes a bit of time – and changing a flat in the impending darkness, in a dimly lit parking lot, is not a winning proposition. So, after a lengthy internal debate, I texted my friend, who works as a manager at a Discount Tire and I knew could change a

that up front,” she said. To help mitigate the upfront cost, Holamon said UH is offering discounted rates for students wanting to carpool to campus. Under the university’s COAST program, students can go in together on a parking pass in groups of three. They would register in the name of the primary student for a 50 percent discount and divide up the cost, which comes out to $47.50 per community member. There also will be a prorated discount for students not utilizing the pass for a full year. “It’s a great way for people to use this not only as a way to save money, but also help us get more run out of those spaces,” Holamon said. Another prominent concern for WCJC Sugar Land students and staff has been the potential availability of spaces as UH began offering

the passes to UH-Sugar Land students and staff in April. Several WCJC speakers were worried that space would run out or that priority would be given to UHSL, which could render paying the fee useless. However, in addition to the carpooling option, Holamon said UH will be operating with a capped oversell once it receives projections on UHSL’s and WCJC Sugar Land’s expected student, faculty and staff population. “You’re paying for it, so we want to make sure you have an option available to you. We’ll also adjust the oversell based on our availability here,” he said. “We’re not going to use the same one we use on main campus. It will be adjusted for the class schedule/inventory on this campus. We will make sure not to over-exhaust one side at the expense of the other and will be deliberate and

make sure we have allocations set aside that match the ratio at UH-SL and WCJC Sugar Land.” WCJC, UHSL and UH Parking and Transportation are working collaboratively to evolve the plan to best fit the growing campus’ needs. Full video of the town hall meetings are posted on WCJC’s website. “Until we have it figured out, let us know what your concerns are. Let us know, and we will work towards the end of this. It’s not a good enough answer right now,” said Amanda Allen, WCJC’s vice president of planning and institutional effectiveness. “But we hear you, we appreciate you, and we want you to stay here, because this is an amazing place, and it’s because of you. Let’s figure this out together.” Follow The Star on Twitter @FortBendStar

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ects, she joined Missouri City in 2015 as a community relations coordinator and HOA liaison. Reginald Pearson, president of the Garden Park HOA and now an appointed City Council member, told the Star last year he remembers the difficulty connecting with the city before Matte. “I remember when it was so hard to get to the city and when you came on board for HOAs, they were so responsive. Now, you guys are awesome,” Pearson told Matte during a citywide meeting organized by City Manager Anthony J. Snipes to examine the city’s re-

sponsiveness. Matte said when she started her first 100 meetings, “It was amazing how much I heard the people say, ‘I contacted the city and can’t get a response.’ ” That has all changed. Now as her favorite holiday nears, she is making sure that mothers can have a good time with their families. That includes getting silly in the photo booth, dancing to music from a DJ, watching the joyous expressions of their loved ones getting faces painted and getting a specially crafted cake and card from a loved one on Mother’s Day Eve.

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tire in five minutes while making sure I didn’t screw anything up in my haste to complete the task at hand. It was a massive ask – he had just gotten home from working a 12-hour shift. He would’ve had every right to tell me to ask somebody else. I would’ve completely understood. But he immediately jumped in his truck and drove 20 minutes from our place in Katy out to Richmond. He helped me make sure everything was in order and followed me another 20 minutes back to our place to make sure nothing cropped up. All without hesitation. The next morning – on his one day off per week – he got up early and met his manager at the shop to fix the tire and fill it up so I wouldn’t have to enlist a chauffeur to work in Staf-

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ford the next four days. It was a simple act of kindness, one that’s innate and that he’s exuded every day of the 11 years I’ve known him. But it meant more than he’ll ever know, despite its simplicity. It reminded me just how blessed I am to have formed the type of friendship that will stand the test of time. It’s a much-needed reminder to not take the people in your circle for granted – which I’ve done far more often than I have time or print space to explain. Tell people how much they mean to you. It may seem weird, or out of place – but I believe every person we’ve crossed paths with is meant to be either a blessing or a lesson. So take advantage of the blessings. Who knew a flat tire could be so powerful?

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Austin comes back to beat Memorial in second-round series By Bill McCaughey FOR THE FORT BEND STAR

“You are going on anything,” Austin coach Terry Reyna told Angelina Leal, who was standing on third base representing the winning run. Reyna was hoping that batter Morgan Westbrook would get green, meaning she would hit the ball to the outfield grass. Westbrook did but just barely, popping out to the second baseman, who had one foot on the grass but could not throw out Leal as she tagged up and slid into home plate to win the game 8-7 and the Class 6A second-round softball playoff series by a margin of 2-1. “I was hoping for a little more green than that, but it worked,” Reyna said. “Angelina did a great job of waiting until the catch was made before she took off. The ball wasn’t ideal, but we had to take a chance.” “There was no doubt in my mind that I wasn’t going to score on that play,” Leal added. In a weather-plagued series, Memorial won 8-5 in Game

Austin’s Jessalyn Shipley, left, catches a line drive with Memorial’s Claire Carothers and Austin’s Natalya Cuevas looking on. (Photo by Bill McCaughey)

Westbrook scored on Sydney Carter’s single. The Bulldogs scored again in the fifth as Jessalyn Shipley doubled to lead off the inning and scored on Westbrook’s single. Memorial tied it up with three runs in the top of the Austin catcher Tiana McFarland catches a foul pop up in sixth on hits by Emily Scofield, front of Angelina Leal. (Photo by Bill McCaughey) Ellen O’Neill, Claire Carothers and Mia Garza. The Mustangs 1 Wednesday at Memorial. Game 3, but Austin scored then took the lead in the top of Austin won 12-8 on Friday at four runs in the fourth to take the seventh as Scofield douAustin to set up the final game a 4-2 lead. Tiana McFarland bled in two runs. on Saturday afternoon at Aus- and Natalya Cuevas both In the bottom of the singled and scored on Leal’s seventh, the Bulldogs’ gametin. Memorial jumped to a 2-0 double. Leal scored as West- winning rally began with lead in the second inning of brook reached on an error, and Shipley slamming a single to

left field. McFarland followed with a single and Cuevas hit into a fielder’s choice, scoring Shipley. Then the controversy began. With Cuevas on first, Leal doubled, and Cuevas stopped at third base. Leal didn’t see Cuevas on third and got caught in a rundown between second and third. During the rundown, Cuevas took off for home and the throw home beat her and she was tagged. However, the umpire ruled there was catcher obstruction and Cuevas was ruled safe. “The umpire ruled that the

catcher had come across the plate and made contact with the runner, and he called obstruction,” Reyna said. Memorial argued but to no avail. A few innings earlier, Memorial argued that it had a runner obstructed at the plate but did not get the call. When play resumed, the score was tied, and Leal was on third base waiting for Westbrook to bat. “The game didn’t go exactly as we expected, but our plan is to never give up,” Reyna said. Austin next faces Tompkins in the regional quarterfinals. It’s a rematch of a first-round playoff matchup last year, which Tompkins won. Game 1 will be Friday at 6:15 p.m. at Tompkins, with Games 2 and 3 (if necessary) Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. at Austin. In other softball playoff action, Ridge Point beat Cy Creek to advance to the third round, where it will play Katy. In baseball playoff action, Ridge Point beat Seven Lakes to advance to the second round, where it will play Stratford. Travis won its series against Cinco Ranch and will next play Memorial.

Skeeters lead Freedom Division after up-and-down road trip By Joe Southern

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The Sugar Land Skeeters made their first trip to North Carolina last week, taking on the new High Point Rockers for the inaugural homestand at BB&T Point Stadium before sellout crowds. The crowds went home happy as the Rockers blanked the Skeeters 3-0 in the first game on Thursday and then downed the defending Atlantic League champions 3-1 on Friday. The Skeeters rebounded

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The Sugar Land Skeeters began last week wrapping up their opening homestand against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. The Skeeters won the sevengame series four games to three. Through Sunday, the Skeeters lead the Freedom Division by a game over the Barnstormers with 6-5 record. The Skeeters were off Monday and were then scheduled to play a pair of games against the Lancaster Barnstormers. The team returns to Constellation Field on

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Margarita & First Responder Monday: Discounted margaritas; free tickets for Military & First Responders with proper ID Silver Skeeters Tuesday: Free game ticket with purchase of Silver Skeeters Membership (55+) Dollar Dog / White Claw Wednesday: Dollar hot dogs; discounted White Claws Thirsty Thursday: $2 beer and sodas Fireworks Friday: Postgame fireworks shows Saturday Giveaway / Concert: Giveaways or a postgame concert Sunday Funday: Autographs, pregame catch on the field, postgame Kids Run the Bases (Dr. Larry Caldwell)

May Promotions 1st: Baseball in Education 10th: Fireworks 11th: Game of Thrones Bobblehead Giveaway (Memorial Hermann) 12th: Mother’s Day / Sunday Funday 13th: Margarita & First Responder Monday 14th: Baseball in Education / Silver Skeeters Tuesday (Advanced Hearing Center) 15th: Dollar Dog Wednesday / White Claw Wednesday 16th: Bark in the Park 17th: Fireworks / Girl Scout Sleepover / Pink in the Park (Memorial Hermann) 18th: Cory Morrow Post Game Concert (Silver Eagle) 19th: Sunday Funday 27th: Margarita & First Responder Monday 28th: Silver Skeeters Tuesday (Advanced Hearing Center) 29th: Dollar Dog Wednesday / White Claw Wednesday 30th: Thirsty Thursday 31th: Candlelighters Night / Spazmatics Post Game Concert (Silver Eagle)

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People with high arches, tight Achilles tendons, or a tendency to walk on the outsides of their heels may be at increased risk of developing a bony protuberance known as Haglund’s deformity at the back of one or both heels. This type of heel bone and soft tissue abnormality can become painful, especially if the stiff back of daily footwear keeps rubbing against the lump. With repeated rubbing, the heel bone can become inflamed, causing calcium to build up in the area and increase the lump’s size. A podiatrist can often diagnose the bony bump as Haglund’s deformity with a visual inspection. Sometimes X-rays are needed to determine whether or not surgery is necessary to reduce the calcium mass. HINT: Haglund’s deformity can develop in anyone, but it is most common in people who wear stiff, closed-heel shoes on a regular basis. Bearing all of the body’s weight with every step, the heel is subject to considerable stress. Weight gain, high impact athletic activities, even prolonged walking or standing increase such stress. When heel pain is the body’s answer to this stress, there are treatments available to eliminate the problem. Any treatment, however, begins with a call to your podiatrist. Located at 3143 Hwy. 6 South, we are now accepting new patients for a full range of footcare services. Please call 281-980-3668 for an appointment.

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bobblehead giveaway. Skeeters News The season barely two weeks old and already the Skeeters have lost three players to Major League call-ups. The contract of outfielder and former Major Leaguer Cody Asche has been purchased by the Boston Red Sox. Right-hander Andrew Bellatti had his contract purchased by the New York Yankees on April 27 and right-hander Christian Bergman had his contract purchased by the Seattle Mariners on April 15, before the regular season began. The Skeeters had 14 contracts purchased by outside professional baseball organizations in 2018, including 12 by MLB organizations, which were both franchise single-season records. Skeeter of the Week With seven runs off 14 hits and four RBIs, Juan Silverio is one of the team leaders with a .362 batting average.

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Houston Methodist Sugar Land to host annual student physicals From staff reports

Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Sugar Land is offering annual student physicals from 9 a.m. to noon on July 27 for Fort Bend ISD, Stafford MSD and any other student needing a physical. The University Interscholastic League (UIL) requires all high school athletes to undergo and pass a physical examination prior to participating in sports. Physical evaluations include examining height, weight, vision, blood pressure, pulse, ears, nose, throat, heart, lungs, abdomen, spine and all joints in the upper and lower body. Physicians discuss the athletes’ medical history and consult with them and their parents if further evaluation is necessary prior to releasing them to participate in sports. “I grew up in the area and attended Hightower High School, so it is an honor to come back and support the players. We look forward to

The Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital will be offering free physicals to Fort Bend ISD and Stafford MSD students, along with any others who might need the annual examination. (Photo from Houston Methodist Sugar Land)

continuing to support these school districts,” said Dr. Ashvin Dewan, orthopedic surgeon and team physician. “We truly enjoy working with the schools in these districts.” Houston Methodist physicians have been associated with local school districts for more than 18 years and have donated more than $500,000 back to those communities. “Performing physical examinations is just part of being a team physician. Houston Methodist Orthopedics &

Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine provides a convenient, inexpensive opportunity for our athletes to complete this physical exam,” said Richard Gregoire, head district athletic trainer for Fort

Sports Medicine physicians support coaches, athletic trainers and players throughout the school year,” said Timothy Sitter, M.D., orthopedic surgeon and team physician. “Partnering with Houston

Bend ISD. “This partnership continues to provide access to some of the finest doctors in our community and a safer environment for our amazing students as they participate in our athletic programs.” From 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday July 27, Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine will host student physicals at 16811 Southwest Fwy. Orthopedic, sports medicine and cardiology physicians will be on-site to provide additional clearance as needed. The cost is $20 (cash only) for ages 12 through 18. Be sure to bring a completed UIL Physical Evaluation form, which can be printed from events.houstonmethodist.org/physicals-sl along with the Houston Meth-

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS ON-CALL PUMP AND MOTOR REPAIRS The City of Sugar Land seeks bids for performing all work required for the following project in the City: BID NO. 2019-20: ON-CALL PUMP AND MOTOR REPAIRS BIDDERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NAME, ADDRESS, AND DUE DATE Specifications and bidding documents may be obtained by registering with Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com. Sealed bids in triplicate, one (1) original and two (2) copies, shall be delivered to the City of Sugar Land, Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Suite 122, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479, on or before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 23, 2019, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered. For questions regarding this bid, please contact Jason Poscovsky CPPO, CPPB, Contracts Manager jposcovsky@sugarlandtx.gov no later than 3:00 p.m. Thursday, May 16, 2019.

Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon Wireless) is proposing to build a 111-foot monopole Telecommunications Tower in the vicinity of 8255 Camp Sienna Trl., Missouri City, TX 77459. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30-days from the date of this publication to: Project 6119001670 - CTJ c/o EBI Consulting, 6876 Susquehanna Trail South, York, PA 17403, cory. johnson@ebiconsulting.com, or via telephone at (219) 313-5458.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS US 90A / HWY 59 HARDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS The City of Sugar Land seeks bids for performing all work required for the following project in the City: BID NO. 2019-21: US 90A / HWY 59 HARDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS BIDDERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NAME, ADDRESS, AND DUE DATE

The City will award and give notice within sixty (60) calendar days after the opening date and time.

Specifications and bidding documents may be obtained by registering with Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com.

NOTICE OF BUILDING STANDARDS COMMISSION FINDINGS AND ORDER 214 AVENUE H

Sealed bids in triplicate, one (1) original and two (2) copies, shall be delivered to the City of Sugar Land, Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Suite 122, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479, on or before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 23, 2019, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

The City of Sugar Land Building Standards Commission conducted a public hearing on April 24, 2019 and has deemed the residential property located at 214 Avenue H, Sugar Land, Texas 77478 an unsafe dangerous structure based on the standards set forth in City of Sugar Land Code of Ordinances, Chapter 3, Article XII, Sec. 3-190(a) subsections: (1) One or more walls or other vertical structural members list, lean, or buckle to such an extent that a plumb line passing through the center of gravity falls outside of the middle third or its base.

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(2) Exclusive of the foundation, the structure has 33 percent or more damage or deterioration to the supporting member or members or 50 percent of damage or deterioration to the nonsupporting enclosing or outside walls or coverings. (3) The structure has an improperly distributed load upon the floor or roof, or an overloaded floor or roof, or a floor or roof with insufficient strength to be reasonably safe for the purpose used.

The City of Sugar Land seeks bids for furnishing all labor, material, and equipment, and performing all work required for the following project in the City:

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(6) The structure does not have adequate light, air ventilation, or sanitation facilities to protect the health, safety or general welfare or human beings occupying the premises; (7) The structure or any part thereof has inadequate means of egress in case of fire or panic or insufficient stairways, elevators, or fire escapes. (8) The structure has two or more violations of any provisions of this Code or other applicable codes, or a single violation that poses an imminent threat to life or property; (9) The structure has been left unsecured from unauthorized entry to the extent that it may be entered and utilized by vagrants as a place of harborage or may be entered and utilized by children as a play area. The Commission having found the structure to be unsafe finds that the structure is unsecured and must be boarded up and/or fenced in such a manner to prevent unauthorized entry by a person, including a child, through missing or unlocked doors or windows or through other openings into the structure. The Commission also finds that the structure may be feasibly repaired so that it is no longer in violation of the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dangerous Structures Ordinance. The Board has ordered that the owner, mortgagee or lienholder shall secure the structure from unauthorized entry within 14 days, and repair the structure within 60 days. The Board also ordered the City of Sugar Land to secure the structure and attach a lien to the property for the expense of same in accordance with City ordinances, should the owner, mortgagee or lienholder fail to abate the violation within thirty (30) days. The Commission also ordered a compliance hearing to be held on July 10, 2019. A complete copy of the Order may be obtained from the Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Sugar Land, Texas 77479, Monday through Friday 8:00 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock a.m. to 5:00 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock p.m., or call (281) 275-2730 for additional information.

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The project scope is a combination of pavement reconstruction, storm sewer, small diameter water lines, sanitary sewer laterals, street lighting and pedestrian improvements along 7th Street from Wood Street to Eldridge Road, Muirwood from 7th Street to deadend of street and Woodlake Circle from 7th Street to approximately 420-feet south. Also, along a City of Sugar Land park from Ditch A22 to 7th Street. Eldridge Road (FM 1876) is a TxDOT road and will require coordination during construction for traffic closures and pavement replacement at 7th Street and Eldridge Road intersection. Bid documents may be obtained from www.CivcastUSA.com, search Fort Bend County. Bidders must register on this website in order to view and/or download specifications, plans, and bid documents for this project. There is NO charge to view or download documents. Documents may be examined without charge in the office of the Project Engineer, Lockwood, Andrews, and & Newnam, Inc., 2925 Briarpark Drive, Suite 400, Houston, TX 77042. Sealed bids one (1) original and two (2) copies, shall be delivered to the City of Sugar Land, City Secretary Office, 2700 Town Center Blvd. North, Room 122, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479, on or before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2019, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

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PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF STAFFORD, TEXAS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL â&#x20AC;&#x201C; AUDITING SERVICES The CITY OF STAFFORD, TEXAS and the City of Stafford Economic Development Corporation (City) are requesting proposals from qualified firms of certified public accountants to audit its financial statements for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, with the option of auditing its financial statements for each of the FIVE (5) subsequent fiscal years, and the possibility of two (1) year extensions, compiling the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), and completion of a Single Audit Report, if expenditures criteria are met. Copies of the complete request for proposal are available from the office of the City Secretary, 2610 S. Main Street, Stafford, Texas 77477 or the City of Stafford Website at http://staffordtx.gov/business/bid-opportunities/bidopportunities.html. The deadline for submitting proposals is May 30, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. CDT.

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Wastewater Treatment Plant Nos. 1 and 2 Improvements (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Work). Sealed, competitive bids will be received no later than 10:00 A.M., June 6, 2019 in the District Office located at 10347 Clodine Road, Richmond, Texas 77407. Plans, specifications and bidding documents for the project are available at the following locations: Civcast USA Civcastusa.com (281) 376-4577 In general, the work at Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) No. 1 consists of rehabilitating the influent Lift Station No. 2, replacing the mechanical bar screen at the headworks, replacing the clarifier mechanism at Treatment Module No. 1, installing two new RAS/WAS pumps stations, and other miscellaneous improvements. The work at WWTP No. 2 consists of installing new canopies at the influent lift station, headworks and aeration blower pad, yard piping modifications and other miscellaneous improvements. A non-mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held at the District Office at 10:00 A.M., May 23, 2019. Fort Bend County MUD No. 25 will be bound by the terms of this invitation only to the extent funds, from whatever source, are available. All bids must be accompanied by proposal guaranty in the form of a Certified or Cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Check, or Bidders Bond drawn to the order of Fort Bend County MUD No. 25, and in the minimum amount of five percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid. No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) days after receipt of bids except with the approval of Fort Bend County MUD No. 25. Fort Bend County MUD No. 25 reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to accept any bid from any responsible person which will be most advantageous to it and result in the best and most economical completion of the Work. The successful bidder will be required to provide a Performance Bond and Payment Bond in full amount of the contract. Leonela Ruvalcaba, Acting Executive General Manager NOTICE TO BIDDERS MAJOR FACILITY REHABILITATION (ROOFING) The City of Sugar Land seeks bids for furnishing all labor, material, and equipment, and performing all work required for the following project in the City: CIP PROJECT NAME: MAJOR FACILITY REHABILITATION (ROOFING) CIP PROJECT NUMBER: MU1904 LOCATION OF WORK: T.E Harman Senior Center, 226 Matlage Way, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Fire Station #3, 2255 Settlers Way Boulevard, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Fire Station #5, 5735 Commonwealth Boulevard, Sugar Land, TX 77479 Plans, specifications, and bidding documents may be obtained by registering at Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com. Sealed bids one (1) original and two (2) copies, shall be delivered to the City of Sugar Land, Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Suite 122, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479, on or before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 30, 2019, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

NOTICE OF BUILDING STANDARDS COMMISSION FINDINGS AND ORDER 538 LONGVIEW DRIVE The City of Sugar Land Building Standards Commission conducted a public hearing on April 24, 2019 and has determined the single family residence located at 538 Longview Drive, Sugar Land, Texas 77478 no longer qualifies as a Dangerous Building. A full certificate of occupancy is required to be obtained prior to re-occupying the property. A complete copy of the Order may be obtained from the Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Sugar Land, Texas 77479, Monday through Friday 8:00 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock a.m. to 5:00 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock p.m., or call (281) 275-2730 for additional information.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REINVESTMENT ZONE NO. 2019-02 LOCATED IN THE SUGAR LAND BUSINESS PARK ADJACENT TO GILLINGHAM LANE SOUTHWEST OF THE INTERSECTION OF WEST AIRPORT BLVD. AND GILLINGHAM LANE BETWEEN THE INTERSECTION OF JESS PIRTLE BLVD. AND GILLINGHAM LANE AND THE INTERSECTION OF WEST AIRPORT BLVD. AND GILLINGHAM LANE City Council Public Hearing VICINITY MAP: 6:00 p.m., May 21, 2019, City Hall City Council Chamber, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479 to hear all persons interested in the designation of Reinvestment Zone No. 2019-02 for 17.8620 acres located in the Sugar Land Business Park adjacent to Gillingham Lane southwest of the intersection of West Airport Blvd. and Gillingham Lane between the intersection of Jess Pirtle Blvd. and Gillingham Lane and the intersection of West Airport Blvd. and Gillingham Lane. Details of and feedback on proposed Reinvestment Zone No. 2019-02 may be obtained/ provided by contacting the City of Sugar Land Economic Development Department located at 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479 by telephone at 281-275-2229 or online at www.sugarlandtx.gov/ PublicHearingComment.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Kristine Martinez, Deceased, were issued on May 6, 2019, in Cause No. 19-CPR- 032872, pending in the County Court at Law No. 5, Fort Bend County, Texas, to: Don Anderson. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Margaret M. Connolly Attorney at Law 4610 Sweetwater Blvd. Suite 200 SUGAR LAND, TX 77479

SECTION 00010 ADVERTISEMENT AND INVITATION FOR BIDS Sealed bids on the original forms, signed by an officer of the Company, will be received by Fort Bend County MUD No. 25 (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ownerâ&#x20AC;?) for furnishing all labor, material, and equipment and for performing all work required for the construction of:

The City will award and give notice within sixty (60) calendar days after the opening date and time.

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Questions regarding this bid must be submitted online to the www. publicpurchase.com by Wednesday, May 22, 2019 on or before 12:00 P.M.

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A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting for all interested parties will be held at 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 21, 2019, T.E. Harman Senior Center, 226 Matlage Way, Sugar Land, Texas 77478.

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A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting for all interested parties will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 9, 2019, Brazos Room, City Hall, 2700 Town Center Blvd. North, Sugar Land, Texas 77479.

The City Council will award the contract and give notice within sixty (60) calendar days after the opening date and time.

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★ ELECTION, FROM PAGE 1 keep his spot on the board. He defeated Afshi Charania (27.4 percent, 4,419 votes), Ashish Agrawal (16.4 percent, 2,645 votes) and Sam Popuri (7.6 percent, 1, 226 votes) to win re-election. The unmanned Position 5 was particularly competitive, with none of the five candidates being named on more than 26.5 percent of almost 14,000 ballots, with no candidate receiving less than 12.3 percent of the vote. Allison Drew (26.5 percent, 3,679 votes) narrowly defeated Lily Lam (24.7 percent, 3,424) to win the seat left vacant by current County Judge KP George. SL City Council District 1 Representative and incumbent Steve Porter handily won re-election for his fourth term as Sugar Land’s District 1 rep. Porter won a shade over 76 percent (1,366 votes) of ballots cast,

compared to challenger Mohammad “Jazz” Aijaz’s 23.98 percent (431) of the vote. District 2 still has some work to do before the next representative is decided. Incumbent Bridget Yeung did not file for re-election due to term limits, and no candidate received the necessary 50 percent of the vote. Newcomer Naushad Kermally was the leading vote-getter, listed on 39.2 percent (1,634) ballots, and will head to a runoff election against Nabila Mansoor. In District 3, Stewart Jacobsen ran unopposed and will fill Amy Mitchell’s position after she reached her term limit. Incumbent Carol McCutcheon rather easily won re-election to represent District 4, garnering about 64 percent (2,215) of ballots cast compared to 36 percent for William Ferguson. Stafford MSD Board of Trustees Incumbents Alicia Lacy-

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Castille (26.7 percent, 844 votes) and Greg Holsapple (22.9 percent, 724 votes) won re-election, while Ashish Hamirani (20.8 percent, 657 votes) was also among the top vote-getters elected. Stafford City Council Position 1 in this year’s Stafford City Council Race was a nail biter to the finish and still isn’t decided. Auturo Jackson (49.4 percent, 868 votes) and Alice Chen (44.9 percent, 790 votes) are headed to a runoff. Wen Guerra (Position 2) and Virginia Rosas (Position 3) won election as each ran unopposed. Meadows Place Aldermen Kurt Kopczynski won election as Alderman for Place 4 in Meadows Place, garnering 78.2 percent (431) of ballots cast compared to challenger Ryan Kimbrell’s 21.8 percent (120 votes). In the Place 5 race, Kelle K. Mills won election running unopposed.

★ SMSD, FROM PAGE 1 Bostic said he first learned of the flier through a text message he received the morning of April 24. “We’ve always had small hints of candidate vs. candidate before, where they’ll try to use information from a previous election for something, but this is the first time it has really gotten the school district and school board involved,” he said. Bostic, who began serving as superintendent during the 2014-15 school year, said the unauthorized use of the school district’s logo was unprecedented since his tenure began. School board president Chris Caldwell, who came on board the same year as Bostic, echoed the sentiment. “It’s the very first time where someone has knowingly, willingly and intentionally misused and misaligned our logos and insignias,” Caldwell said. “I’ve never seen it to this extent.” Before the election, Bostic said the district posted notices about the unauthorized flier on

Shown here is a copy of the flier posted on Stafford MSD property. (Flier/photo provided by Stafford MSD) its website, the city’s website and even the mayor’s office website. They addressed the subject on the district’s social media pages as well. Some community members still approached the board thinking

the district was aligned with or against certain candidates. “We want there to be no question as to where we stand, how we stand, and why we stand,” Caldwell said.

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Fort Bend County's Missouri City was recently voted by Just Energy as one of the greenest in Texas. (Photo from City of Missouri City Facebook) tive rankings: (Houston —1 ; Galveston — 10; and Sugar Land — 14). “This recognition speaks directly to the city’s longstanding commitment to being clean and green. And we value the internal and external partnerships that make this ongoing goal a reality and that are essential in keeping our Platinum Scenic commu-

nity one of the BEST places in America to live, work, play and visit,” City Manager Anthony J. Snipes said. “Initiatives through our Forestry and Parks programs, collaborations with our citizens and volunteers, and annual events with stakeholders such as Missouri City Green will help us maintain this distinction for years to come."

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Deadline is noon every Friday. Please keep wording to a minimum. Answer the “5 W’s” Who, What, When, Where, and Why. Email to DStrehl@FortBendStar.com or mail to: Fort Bend Star, 3944 Bluebonnet Drive, Stafford, Texas 77477. MONTH OF MAY ESL CONVERSATION CIRCLES

Need practice learning to speak English? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for everyone. The Conversation Circles will take place at six locations in the Fort Bend County library system. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-341-2652, or any of the branch libraries.

NOW THROUGH JUNE BABY BOTTLE BOOMERANG FUNDRAISER

This annual campaign is one of the largest fundraisers for The Pregnancy Resource Medical Center. The center offers conﬁdential, without judgment, and free of charge services to any woman in an unplanned pregnancy. Churches, businesses, schools and other groups come together to support the mission. Bottles can be ﬁlled with loose change, bills, or a check made out to PRMC. To participate or donate, visit www.prmcfortbend.org/ partner-with-us.

THURSDAY, MAY 9TH FORT BEND-HARRIS RETIRED EDUCATORS MEETING

Join us at 11:00 a.m. in The Great Hall at Sugar Land First United Methodist Church, 431 Eldridge Rd, for a "Super Summer Send Off Luncheon" followed by a meeting and auction. Proceeds support local school's Children's Book Project. All public school retirees are invited. For more information, call 281-499-5885.

THURSDAY, MAY 16 WOMEN AGLOW MEETING

Join us at 10:00 am., Christ Church Sugar Land, 3300 Austin Parkway. Leng Abbassi will share her testimony and missions. Coffee and cookies served. For more information, call 713-8549202.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MAY 18 & 19 THE 50TH ANNUAL ST. THERESA CATHOLIC CHURCH BAZAAR

Join the fun Saturday, 6 p.m. to 11p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. ,705 St. Theresa Ave, Sugar Land. Events will take place all weekend: a garage sale, a silent auction, a live auction, family activities, and the event will end with a rafﬂe for huge $$ of Visa Gift Cards. For more information, call 832.594.2355 or 281.389.9672, or visit www.sugarlandcatholic.com/event.

SATURDAY, MAY 25 PECAN GROVE GATORS CRAWFISH BOIL

Join us at Belin Field from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., 3242 Farmer Rd. Richmond. All you can eat crawfish (2 hour limit) for only $35/ adult, 12 and under $10/each. Pizza sold by the slice. All proceeds benefit the Pecan Grove Gators Football. Visit www.ticketstripe. com/pggcrawfish2019 to purchase tickets.

SATURDAY, JUNE 1 BARGAIN BOOK SALE

Join the First Colony Friends of the Library 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., First Colony Library(2121 Austin Parkway). Paperbacks, hardbacks, DVDs, children’s/youth books, nonﬁction at bargain prices. Donations of good condition books, CDs, & DVDs or any time the library is open. Proceeds from the sale beneﬁt the library and its programs.

TUESDAY, JULY 9 “BEAT THE PACK”

Smokers who would like to quit will meet once a week for four weeks with a trained facilitator who will provide tools, tips and support to help smokers create and follow through with a personalized Ò quit plan.Ó Free and open to the public, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Houston Methodist Sugar LandÕ s Main Pavilion Conference Rooms A & D. Registration is required and space is limited. For more information or to register, visit houstonmethodist.org/events and search for Beat the Pack, or call 281.205.4514.

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THURSDAY, JULY 11 PARKINSON’S DISEASE & ESSENTIAL TREMOR SEMINAR

Join Toby Yaltho, M.D., and Brian Dalm, M.D., at 6 p.m. on for a free patient education seminar at Houston Methodist Sugar Land HospitalÕ s Brazos Pavilion Conference Center. They will discuss Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) therapy for ParkinsonÕ s disease and essential tremor including the beneﬁts and risks of surgery and appropriate patient selection. Registration required. Visit events.houstonmethodist.org/parkinsons-sl or call 281.274.7500.

THURSDAY, JULY 18 WOMEN’S SERVICES OPEN HOUSE

WHILE WE’RE WAITING SUPPORT GROUP

For Bereaved Parents - grieving the loss of a child at any age. Meets the third Thursday of every month, 7 p.m., at the First Colony Church of Christ, 2140 First Colony Blvd., Sugar Land. For more information, call 281-413-2484

BINGO AT THE VFW

Help support our veterans! Play bingo at Post 3903 every Tuesday and Saturday night at 7:15 p.m. 1903 First St, Rosenberg. All prizes paid in cash. Pull Tabs, $200 Bonanza, $300 Coverall, $750 Coverall, kitchen & bar service.

ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Houston Methodist Sugar Land welcomes the community to tour our expanded womenÕ s services facility and learn about services available to patients, 5 to 7 p.m. at the Sweetwater Pavilion, 16655 Southwest Fwy. Sugar Land, TX 77479.. Visit events.houstonmethodist.org/openhouse-sl for more information.

Caregivers of patients with AlzheimerÕ s disease or other related dementias are invited to attend the ﬁrst Thursday of each month, 7-8:30 p.m. at St. JohnÕ s United Methodist Church, 400 Jackson Street in Richmond, across from the historic Fort Bend County Courthouse. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 713-314-1313 or 1-800-272-3900.

SATURDAY, JULY 27 ANNUAL STUDENT PHYSICALS

Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month for education of wines, food pairings and fellowship at the Quail Valley City Centre, 2880 LaQuinta, Missouri City. For more information, call 281-437-6798 or jackipauley@comcast.net

Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Sugar Land is offering annual student physicals from 9 a.m. to noon for Fort Bend ISD, Stafford MSD and any other student needing a physical. at 16811 Southwest Fwy., Sugar Land, TX, 77479. Physicians will be on-site to provide additional clearance as needed. The cost is $20 (cash only) for ages 12 through 18. Be sure to bring a completed UIL Physical Evaluation form, from events.houstonmethodist.org/physicals-sl along with the Houston Methodist release form. Proceeds from the physicals are donated back to the athletic training programs of Fort Bend ISD schools. For more information, call 281.275.0447.

ONGOING TUESDAYS, STARTING JUNE 4 PRAYER AND PILATES

Join us 11 a.m. to noon every Tuesday at St. Catherine of Sienna Episcopal Church 4747 Sienna Parkway, Missouri City. All are Welcome. For more information or to register please contact Melinda@siennachurch.org. Pilates cost is $25 a month.

SECOND FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH CRAFTERS OUTREACH

Crafters meet at St. Catherine of Sienna Episcopal Church 4747 Sienna Parkway, Missouri City to crochet and knit chemo caps for local hospitals and lapghans for area nursing homes. Join us anytime from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information please contact Melinda@siennachurch.org.

DAV CHAPTER 233 MONTHLY MEETING

The second Tuesday of every month at the United Way fort Bend Center, 12300 Parc Crest Dr., Stafford, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 281-222-4888.

MISSOURI CITY AARP CHAPTER 3801

Meets the second Monday of every month at 11:30 a.m., at 2701 Cypress Point Dr., Missouri City Rec Center. Lunch, education, and entertainment. All seniors over 50 invited. For more information, call 713-859-5920 or 281-499-3345.

BECOME A FOSTER GRANDPARENT

Volunteers are needed to be a role model, mentor and friend to children with exceptional needs in the community. Training, mileage reimbursement, tax-free monthly stipend if eligible. Call today to help change the world, one child at a time in Rosenberg. For more information, call 281-344-3515.

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The Pregnancy Resource Medical Center has moved to 4411 Avenue N in Rosenberg across from Navarro Middle School. Volunteers are needed on a continual basis. For information on volunteering or supporting the PRMC in other ways, email info@ prmcfortbend.org.

4-H, FOOD & NUTRITION

Fort Bend 4-H is looking for input from the community on how it can better serve the public. To learn more about 4-H projects, join 4-H at 7 p.m. at the University Library ( 14010 University Blvd Sugar Land), visit fortbend4h.eventbrite.com or call 281342-3034.

STORY SPINNERS WRITING CLUB

Hosted by the George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. 5:30 to 8 p.m. All levels welcome to write, share, learn and support. Free and open to the public. The program meets on the third Thursday of every month. For more information, call 281-342-4455 or 281-633-4734.

ADOPT A SHELTER CAT

Fort Bend Pets Alive is partnering with Half Price Books in Sugar Land to ﬁnd homes for shelter cats and to promote literacy among young readers. School aged children are invited to come read to a cat, receive an Ò I read to a catÓ bookmark and be eligible to adopt a cat for 50 perecent off that day. Held 1:30- 4:30 p.m. the ﬁrst Saturday of every month at 3203 Hwy 6 S, Sugar Land.

FORT BEND RECOVERS HURRICANE HARVEY HELP

Those needing help with a recovery plan for home repairs, or any unmet needs, Fort Bend Recovers is here to help. Call one of these Helplines today: Case Management Helpline 281-207-2555, Spiritual/Emotional Helpline: 281-207-2505, Lone Star Legal Aid 866-659-0666. A case manager will contact you and get you started on your road to recovery. Visit www.fortbendrecovers.org for more information and to donate.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

The Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd in Missouri City presents a variety of programs every month. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-238-2900 or 281-633-4734.

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