10-14-2020 Edition of the Fort Bend Star

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Fort Bend / Southwest • Volume 44 • No. 9

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Travis coach killed in Rosenberg shooting

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A football coach at a local high school died Saturday after being shot at a Fort Bend County sports complex.

The Rosenberg Police Department said the victim was identified as 29-year-old Derwyn Lauderdale, who was a first-year wide receivers coach at Travis High

School in Richmond, according to Fort Bend ISD’s website.

The shooting happened at Rosenberg’s Seabourne Sports Complex at 3701 Fountains Dr. after a youth sporting event, according to Rosenberg PD. Police said the alleged shooter is Houston resident James Hamilton, 28, who was arrested and charged with murder, according to Rosenberg

Police Chief Jonathan White.

Hamilton is being held in the Fort Bend County Jail on a $500,000 bond, according to police.

“What a sad set of circumstances that took place during this event.

Children came to play a game they love, only to have it ruined,” White said in a news re-

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Mo City ballot error remedied

By Stefan Modrich SMODRICH@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Some Missouri City voters received mail-in ballots earlier this month with the wrong precincts that were missing the city’s municipal races.

Early voting started Tuesday and is scheduled to last through Oct. 30, and Election Day is Nov. 3.

Last Friday, Missouri City sent out a notice to residents following some reports of incorrect ballots. The city advised residents to “verify that they receive the correct ballot by ensuring that it has the city general and special election and that the precinct number on their voter registration card matches the one on the top right hand side of the mail-in ballot.”

The incorrect ballots in question were sent to 25 registered voters in Missouri City and mishandled by a temporary worker on Oct. 1, Fort Bend County Elections Administrator John Oldham said.

Due to the size of the ballots, they are folded by hand, not by machine, he said.

Before noon Oct. 5, Oldham said his office was in touch with Maria Jackson, the city secretary for Missouri City, and the correct ballots were sent out to the appropriate voters. As an added precaution, Oldham said the county mailed out an additional 28 new ballots to voters whose ballots were handled by the same temp worker. Of those 28, Oldham said Monday afternoon that none of them had reported any issues with their ballot.

He said those who were expecting the ballots that were sent out last week should have received them by now.

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Stacey Williams, right, and her daughter Addison, 5, stand together next to the OutRun Hunger 5K lawn sign in Harvest Green. The virtual race raised $15,000 for the East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry from Sept. 25-30. (Contributed photo)

Virtual 5K raises $15,000 for fight against hunger

By Stefan Modrich SMODRICH@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Hundreds of runners took to sidewalks, parks and trails for a virtual version of the third annual OutRun Hunger 5K Family Walk and Run, raising $15,000 for East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry (EFBHN) from Sept.

25-30.

The East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry is a local nonprofit that provides assistance to families and individuals during times of temporary financial crisis.

Stacey Williams, development director for EFBHN, knew the race would need to be different this time around due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

But she and title sponsor Harvest Green, a masterplanned community in Richmond, said they were determined to do whatever it took to launch a safe and successful race.

For starters, that included slashing the race entry fee from $25 to $10. The ministry ended up surpassing its goal by $5,000. In 2019, the event raised $20,000.

“We’re just trying to be cognizant of people’s financial situations right now, whether or not they’ve been laid off,” Williams said. “We tried to do that, and that really helped our cause.”

Liz Hamm and her husband, Jabus Hamm, have participated in the OutRun Hunger 5K with their daughter Skylar, 9, and

their son Kai, 6 for each of the past three years.

“This year was fun because we could run on our own schedule,” Liz Hamm said. “We hope that in the future we’ll continue to have the in-person event as well as the virtual option, so if people are out of town or they can’t make the 5K (they can do it on their own).”

Hamm said she and her children wore T-shirts from the previous two races to boost awareness of the event and were proud to see neighbors completing their own virtual runs.

“We made it a point to wear our T-shirts and go out into the community over the course of several days,” Hamm said. “We always were taking selfies

Aaron Marcynuk, left, and Justin Williams multi-tasked, racking up miles for the OutRun Hunger 5K Family Walk and Run while taking their children for a walk. (Contributed photo)

and the kids and I were going together. We posted on social media saying that we were looking forward to doing the run. It was fun seeing people

when we were out seeing other people wearing this

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County, state allowing local bars to resume services

By Adam Zuvanich AZUVANICH@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Local residents’ favorite watering holes are allowed to dust off their barstools and invite customers back inside.

Fort Bend County Judge KP Judge announced Tuesday that the county’s bars, brewpubs and wineries would be allowed to reopen for on-site consumption on Wednesday, at no more than 50 percent of their building occupancies, per an executive order issued Oct. 7 by Texas. Gov. Greg Abbott. The governor is permitting those alcohol-

oriented businesses to welcome back customers in counties with low COVID-19 hospitalization rates, but only if county judges allow the reopenings within their jurisdictions.

George released a statement Saturday saying he was considering whether to opt in to Abbott’s plan and in the process of consulting with local medical authorities and bar owners.

“We already know that the tools in our toolbox like masking up, practicing physical distancing and avoiding mass gatherings are direct ways to combat COVID-19,” George said

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through a spokesperson.

“Now, as Fort Bend County opens up bars and similar establishments – I encourage everyone to continue

to practice safe and smart guidelines.”

Abbott’s order applies to counties with COVID-19 hospitalization rates at 15

percent or less for a period of at least seven consecutive days. As of Monday, 5.1 percent of all hospital patients in Fort Bend County were COVID-19 patients, according to the SouthEast Texas Regional Advisory Council.

There have been a total of 16,912 cases of COVID-19 in Fort Bend, with the disease having caused at least 208 deaths among residents and 15,822 patients having recovered.

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Houston police investigating ‘Operation Patriot’ sting shooting of teenager in area leads to human trafficking rescues, dozens of arrests

By Landan Kuhlmann

LKUHLMANN@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Houston police are investigating after a teenager was shot in Fort Bend County earlier this month.

The Houston Police Department said the victim, a 19-year-old girl, was taken to an area hospital in stable condition.

According to a news release from HPD, officers responded to 16119

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Saturday, Oct. 3. The victim, police said, had just dropped a relative off at a house and was sitting in her car in front of the home. Citing witnesses, police said the driver of a black Chevy

Impala then pulled up, rolled the window down and fired several shots in the direction of the home before fleeing the scene.

According to HPD, one of the bullets went through the back of the victim’s car and struck her in the lower back.

Police said there are no known suspects or motives in the ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact HPD’s Major Assaults & Family Violence division at 713-308-8800 or Crime Stoppers at 713-2228477.

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A multi-agency human trafficking sting over a four-day span in September yielded 46 arrests and resulted in the rescue of five victims, Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton announced during an Oct. 7 news conference at the Fort Bend County Justice Center in Richmond. “(Human trafficking) is a crime that preys on the most vulnerable in our society, namely, young adults and children,” Middleton said.

The sting operations took place in Missouri City between Sept. 9-11 and in Stafford from Sept. 15-16, according to the DA’s office.

“That tells you how serious the problem is,” Middleton said. “But it also tells you our commitment to fight this crime.”

County Assistant District Attorney Claire Andresen said six people were arrested on charges of promotion of prostitution.

There were more than 50 total criminal charges filed, including six charges of possession of a controlled substance.

In Stafford, authorities said 32 people who sought to buy sex were arrested in a span of 48 hours. Five people were arrested in Missouri City in connection with promotion of prostitution, authorities said. The operation was carried out at two houses in Missouri City and a Stafford ho-

tel, according to the DA’s office.

“That’s remarkable that we have this many people,” Andresen said. “And it’s illustrative of what a problem human trafficking is in our jurisdiction.”

Andresen said all five of the victims rescued were female, ranging from 22 to 35 years old.

Mary Magness of the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) unit in Houston said Operation Patriot focused on “disrupting the demand side of sex trafficking” by going after buyers and sex trafficking organizations.

In 2019, HSI Houston arrested 205 individuals for human trafficking-related offenses, which accounted for approximately 10 percent of all human trafficking-related arrests in the U.S., according to HSI's website.

Magness said providing “trauma-informed support” to victims was also another key component of the operation.

Khara Breeden, CEO of the Texas Forensic Nurse Examiners, provided on-site medical care to victims during Operation Patriot.

“Our goal has always been to meet victims of violence where they are at, rather than to expect them to navigate a quite complex system,” Breeden said.

Breeden noted victims are often forced to live in subpar conditions and lack essential medications or tools for basic hygiene. They are also at risk for sexually transmitted infections, she said.

“When we can offer medical care and advocacy services

on-site and make this initial connection, we have a better chance at keeping (victims) engaged with follow-up care and other important services,” Breeden said.

The bust was conducted by 23 law enforcement agencies and nonprofits, led by the Human Trafficking Rescue Alliance of the Southern District of Texas in cooperation with the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office, DeliverFund, Department of Family and Protective Services, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Public Safety, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, Fort Bend County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office, Fort Bend County Precinct 2 Constable’s Office, Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office, Galveston County District Attorney’s Office, Harris County District Attorney’s Office, Harris County Precinct 5 Constable’s Office, Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Houston Police Department, Missouri City Police Department, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, Office of the Texas Attorney General, Stafford Police Department, the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, Texas Forensic Nurse Examiners and YMCA – International, Middleton said.

“To anybody ... who is engaged in human trafficking: We are going to find you, and we will arrest you,” Middleton said.

“And in our pursuit of justice, we will be relentless. Fort Bend County will not tolerate human trafficking."

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Houston Methodist Hospital partners with technology-based care provider From Staff Reports

Houston Methodist Hospital, which has a Sugar Land location at 16555 Southwest Fwy., is partnering with national technology-powered primary care organization One Medical to deliver primary care services in the Houston metro area, according to a Sept. 30 news release from One Medical.

According to the news release, Houston Methodist patients will be able to utilize One Medical’s specialists, ambulatory facilities and hospitals as a result of the partnership.

“Partnering with One Medical is a great opportunity for Houston Methodist and for the community,” Houston Methodist president and CEO Marc Boom said. “We share a vision to provide outstanding care

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One Medical’s Houston location will be its

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The membership model would give patients daily on-demand access to the organization’s telehealth services and virtual medical team in coordination with their care at Houston Methodist, and also

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ORDER OF GENERAL ELECTION (AVISO DE ELECCIÓN GENERAL) To the Registered Voters of Sugar Land, Texas: (A los votantes registrados de Sugar Land, Texas:) An election has been ordered by, Ordinance No. 2190; postponed by, Ordinance No. 2199; and revised by, Ordinance No. 2204, to be held on November 3, 2020 for the purpose of electing a Mayor and two Council Members to at-large positions 1 and 2; and to vote “Yes” or “No” on the following amendments to the City’s Charter: Se ha ordenado una elección en virtud de la Ordenanza No. 2190; pospuesta por la Ordenanza No. 2199; y revisada por la Ordenanza No. 2204, a llevarse a cabo el 3 de noviembre de 2020 a fin de elegir un Alcalde y dos miembros del Ayuntamiento para cargos 1 y 2 generales; y votar “Sí” o “No” en las siguientes enmiendas a los Estatutos de la Ciudad: Sugar Land Proposition A (PROPUESTA A DE SUGAR LAND) Shall Sections 2.01 and 2.03 of the City Charter be amended to increase the current two-year terms for the council members and mayor to three-year terms; change the term limitations from four consecutive terms in a nine-year period to three consecutive terms in a nine-year period; provide that single-member district and at-large positions are aggregated for the purpose of terms limits; and be effective for the single-member district positions as of the May 2021 election and for the mayor and at-large positions as of the May 2022 election? ¿Las Secciones 2.01 y 2.03 de los Estatutos de la Ciudad deben modificarse de modo tal que se aumenten los períodos actuales de mandato de dos años correspondientes a los miembros del Ayuntamiento y el alcalde a un período de tres años, que se modifiquen las limitaciones de mandatos de cuatro mandatos consecutivos en un período de nueve años a tres mandatos consecutivos en un período de nueve años; que se establezca que los cargos de distritos uninominales y generales se agreguen en virtud de los límites de mandatos; y que, en el caso de los cargos de distritos uninominales, entren en vigor a partir de la elección de mayo de 2021 y, en cuanto al alcalde y los cargos generales, a partir de la elección de mayo de 2022?

Sugar Land Proposition B (PROPUESTA B DE SUGAR LAND) Shall Section 2.02 of the City Charter be amended to require the city secretary verify city council candidate and incumbent residency by viewing a Texas Driver’s License or Texas Identification Card and a Voter Registration Card? ¿Debe modificarse la Sección 2.02 de los Estatutos de la Ciudad para que se exija que el secretario del ayuntamiento verifique al candidato al ayuntamiento y su residencia actual mediante solicitud de una licencia de conducir de Texas o un documento de identificación de Texas y una tarjeta de inscripción en el padrón electoral?

Sugar Land Proposition C (PROPUESTA C DE SUGAR LAND) Shall Section 2.06(b) of the City Charter be amended to allow city council 60 days to fill an office vacancy of less than twelve months? ¿Debe modificarse la Sección 2.06(b) de los Estatutos de la Ciudad de modo que el ayuntamiento cuente con 60 días para ocupar la vacante a un cargo de menos de doce meses?

Sugar Land Proposition D (PROPUESTA D DE SUGAR LAND) Shall Section 2.08(b) of the City Charter be amended to mandate city council vote aye or nay on all ordinances and resolutions unless prohibited to do so by law? ¿Debe modificarse la Sección 2.08(b) de los Estatutos de la Ciudad para exigir la elección por voto afirmativo o negativo por parte del ayuntamiento de la ciudad respecto de todas las ordenanzas y resoluciones, a menos que lo prohíba la ley?

Sugar Land Proposition E (PROPUESTA E DE SUGAR LAND) Shall the City Charter be amended to add a new section titled “Forfeiture of Office” to provide that a member of council automatically resigns from office upon the conviction of a felony or crime of moral turpitude? ¿Deben modificarse los Estatutos de la Ciudad para incorporar una nueva sección denominada “Pérdida del cargo” a fin de establecer que un miembro del ayuntamiento renuncie automáticamente al cargo, luego de recibir una condena por un delito grave o un delito de conducta inmoral?

Sugar Land Proposition F (PROPUESTA F DE SUGAR LAND) Shall the City Charter be amended to add a new section titled “Resign to Run” to provide that a member of council automatically resigns from office upon the filing for the position of an external public office? ¿Deben modificarse los Estatutos de la Ciudad para incorporar una nueva sección denominada “Renuncia por candidatura”, a fin de establecer que un miembro del ayuntamiento renuncie automáticamente al cargo luego de ocupar un cargo público externo?

Sugar Land Proposition G (PROPUESTA G DE SUGAR LAND) Shall Section 3.04(a)(1) of the City Charter be amended to require initiative and referendum petitions be signed by a number equal to or greater than 15% of the registered voters in the city as of the petition date? ¿Debe modificarse la Sección 3.04(a)(1) de los Estatutos de la Ciudad de modo que se exija que las peticiones de iniciativas y referéndums estén firmadas por una cantidad de votantes registrados a la fecha de la petición igual o superior al 15 %?

Sugar Land Proposition H (PROPUESTA H DE SUGAR LAND) Shall Section 3.04(a)(2) of the City Charter be amended to reduce the number of required signature on a mayoral or at-large recall petition to 15% of the city’s registered voters as of the petition date? ¿Debe modificarse la Sección 3.04(a)(2) de los Estatutos de la Ciudad a fin de reducir la cantidad de firmas necesarias en una petición para revocar un cargo general o un cargo de alcalde al 15 % de los votantes registrados de la ciudad a la fecha de la petición?

Sugar Land Proposition I (PROPUESTA I DE SUGAR LAND) Shall Section 3.04(a)(3) of the City Charter be amended to reduce the number of required signatures on a district member recall petition to 15% of the city’s registered voters residing in that district as of the petition date? ¿Debe modificarse la Sección 3.04(a)(3) de los Estatutos de la Ciudad a fin de reducir la cantidad de firmas necesarias en una petición para revocar el mandato de un miembro del distrito al 15 % de los votantes registrados con residencia en dicho distrito a la fecha de la petición?

Voter approval of one or more of the above proposed amendments to the City’s Charter will not have a fiscal impact to the City. La aprobación del votante de una o más de las enmiendas propuestas anteriormente a los Estatutos de la Ciudad no tendrá un impacto fiscal sobre la Ciudad.

The Early Voting Clerk will receive applications for a ballot to be voted by mail until the close of business on October 23, 2020. El secretario de votación anticipada recibirá solicitudes para que las boletas sean enviadas por correo hasta la hora de cierre del 23 de octubre de 2020.

Mail or fax applications to vote by mail to: Envíe por correo o fax las solicitudes para votar por correo a: Early Voting Clerk, Secretario de votación anticipada Office of Elections Administration, Oficina de administración de elecciones 301 Jackson St. Rosenberg, TX 77471 Fax 281-341-4418 Early voting by personal appearance will be held at the locations, times and on the days as set forth in the below schedule. La votación anticipada por presentación personal se llevará a cabo en los lugares, los horarios y los días establecidos en el siguiente cronograma.

Election Day Vote Centers will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the locations as set forth below. Los Centros de votación para el día de la elección abrirán de 7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m. en las ubicaciones establecidas a continuación.

FORT BEND COUNTY EARLY VOTING SCHEDULE NOVEMBER 3, 2020 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION PROGRAMA DE VOTACIÓN ANTICIPADA DEL CONDADO DE FORTBEND ELECCIÓN PRESIDENCIAL DEL 3 DE NOVIEMBRE DE 2020

Hours (Horas)

Early Voting Location

Tuesday - Saturday October 13 - 17, 2020 (martes- sábado) (octubre 13 - 17, 2020)

Sunday October 18, 2020 (domingo) (octubre 18, 2020)

Monday - Friday October 19 - 23, 2020 (luness-viernes) (octubre 19 - 23, 2020)

Saturday October 24, 2020 (sábado) (octubre 24, 2020

Sunday October 25, 2020 (domingo) (octubre 25, 2020)

Monday-Tuesday October 26 - 27, 2020 (lunes - martes) (octubre 26-27, 2020)

Wednesday-Friday October 28 - 30, 2020 (miercoles-viernes) (octubre 28 - 30, 2020)

8:00 a.m.

To 5:00 p.m.

CLOSED (Cerrado)

8:00 a.m.

To 7:00 p.m.

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

CLOSED (Cerrado)

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m.

To 5:00 p.m.

CLOSED (Cerrado)

8:00 a.m.

To 7:00 p.m.

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

12 Noon to 5:00 p.m.

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Fort Bend ISD Admin Bldg - 16431 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land George Memorial Library - 1001 Golfview Dr, Richmond Hightower High School - 3333 Hurricane Lane, Missouri City James Bowie Middle School - 700 Plantation Dr, Richmond James Reese Career & Technical Center - 12300 University Blvd, Sugar Land Sugar Land Branch Library - 550 Eldridge Rd., Sugar Land Stafford City Hall - 2610 Main Street, Stafford Al Rabba World Food - 5800 New Territory Blvd, Sugar Land Beasley City Hall - 319 S. 3rd Street, Beasley Chasewood Clubhouse - 7622 Chasewood Drive, Missouri City Cinco Ranch Library - 2620 Commercial Center Drive, Katy Fort Bend County Road & Bridge - 3743 School Street, Needville Fort Bend County Rosenberg Annex - 4520 Reading Road, Rosenberg Four Corners Community Center - 15700 Old Richmond Road, Sugar Land Fulshear High School - 9302 Charger Way, Fulshear Greatwood Community & Rec Center - 7225 Greatwood Pkwy, Sugar Land Jacks Conference Center - 3232 Austin Parkway, Sugar Land Jones Creek Ranch Park - 7714 FM 359 Rd, Richmond, Katy Reserve (fka Childhood Center) - 1711 Spring Green Blvd, Katy Kroger’s Riverstone (Community Room) - 18861 University Blvd, Sugar Land Lost Creek Park Conference Center - 3703 Lost Creek Blvd, Sugar Land Meadows Place City Hall - 1 Troyan Way, Meadows Place Missouri City Community Center - 1522 Texas Pkwy, Missouri City Our Lady of Guadalupe Family Life Center - 1600 Avenue D, Rosenberg Quail Valley Fund Office - 3603 Glenn Lakes, Missouri City Richmond Water Maintenance Facility - 110 N 8th Street, Richmond Sienna Annex Community Room - 5855 Sienna Springs Way, Missouri City Smart Financial Centre - 18111 Lexington Blvd, Sugar Land Sugar Land City Hall - 2700 Town Center Blvd N., Sugar Land Tompkins High School - 4400 Falcon Landing Blvd, Katy

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Notice of such election is given by posting a substantial copy of this election notice, in English and Spanish, at City Hall and three other places in the City, not less than fourteen days nor more than thirty days prior to the date set for the election; and a substantial copy of this election notice, in English and Spanish, published on the same day in each of two successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation published in the city, the date of the first publication being not more than thirty days and not less than fourteen days prior to the date set for the election.

Issued this the 7th day of October, 2020. - Thomas Harris III, City Secretary La notificación sobre esta elección se proporciona mediante publicación de una copia destacada de esta notificación de elección, en inglés y español, en el Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad y en otros tres lugares de la Ciudad, con una anticipación no menor a catorce días y no mayor a treinta días previos a la fecha establecida para la elección. Asimismo, se publicará una copia destacada de esta notificación de elección, en inglés y español, el mismo día en cada una de dos semanas consecutivas en un periódico de circulación general publicado en la ciudad. La primera fecha de publicación tendrá una anticipación no menor a catorce días y no mayor a treinta días previos a la fecha establecida para la elección. Emitida el día 7 de octubre de 2020. - Thomas Harris III, City Secretary

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A safe and responsible reopening? I’ll drink to that As you’ve likely already read, our editor Adam Zuvanich first reported the news that Fort Bend County Judge KP George announced he was going to opt-in to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order that establishes a pathway for bars, brewpubs and wineries within George’s jurisdiction to reopen for on-site consumption today.

Fort Bend County and much of the Greater Houston area has been hitting pivotal benchmarks in terms of lowering total COVID-19 cases and infection rates.

And that’s why it’s so crucial that we continue

★ BARS FROM PAGE 1 reaching a peak Aug. 14, with 32 new cases having been reported on Sunday.

After bars across the state were forced to close in March, when the pandemic reached Texas, Abbott allowed them to reopen May 22. He ordered them closed again June 26 after a statewide spike in cases, which he attributed in part to his

★ HUNGER FROM PAGE 1 year’s T-shirt when the actual run was taking place virtually. It gave you a sense of connectivity even though we couldn’t be inperson and cross the finish line together.”

Hamm was one of the 33 sponsors of the race, as the publisher of Roots, a private social magazine for Harvest Green residents.

In February 2021, she plans to launch BeLOCAL, a guide for new residents of Richmond.

Hamm said her grassroots marketing efforts ended up creating a buzz in the neighborhood in a

★ SHOOTING FROM PAGE 1 lease. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to those affected by this tragedy and we will pursue appropriate charges so justice may be served.”

Rosenberg PD said in a news release that officers were dispatched to the complex Saturday afternoon after multiple 911 calls saying a male, later identified as Lauderdale, had been shot in the abdomen. Lauderdale was later transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to police.

“This news has shocked our THS community and has left us heartbroken for his family. … Please know that our THS administrative team, along with district crisis personnel, will be available to provide support to our THS community as we grieve the loss of Mr. Lauderdale,” Travis High School principal Sarah Laberge wrote in a letter to parents on Saturday.

“We know that students may react to loss in different ways and may not feel comfortable reaching out for help in person, and so I want to remind our entire school community about

to build on these positive trends by continuing to flatten the curve and maintain the good habits that have gotten us on the right track.

Know that no matter who you’re interacting with in a retail or commercial setting nowadays, that essential workers are still putting their lives

on the line for you, and they’re not only the first responders and medical workers, as noble and vital as they are to our continued prosperity.

I’m sure the temptation for many of you upon returning to your favorite watering hole for the first time in several months will be to want to breathe a sigh of relief and let your guard down.

Please, for your sake and mine, be prudent and careful when you’re around others at your local establishments. Be courteous to and patient with your servers, bartenders, bouncers, and any other service-

industry employee who has been afforded the opportunity to provide for themselves again.

While many Houstonarea bars have been adaptable and kept their businesses afloat, some smaller places haven’t been so fortunate, and while they’ll be thrilled to reopen, they’re going to still struggle under the 50 percent capacity cap that Abbott has placed for the time being.

And for the time being, it’s still the right thing to do. We all have a part to play in making this work, and in my conversations with local officials about the efficacy of the Texas

Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC), small business owners need to know that they’re not messing around and will quickly shut down anyone who’s been skirting their regulations.

So please socially distance and don’t flout the rules by packing your bar full of people like the crowds out at Los Angeles’ Staples Center after Sunday night’s Los Angeles Lakers victory clinched an NBA title and made many onlookers — including myself — very nervous about the possibility of a second wave of cases proceeding from a lack of discipline and

focus on what’s most important right now: the health and well-being of our friends, family and neighbors.

There’s a lot riding on us making this work. We can showcase that the most diverse county in the U.S. is also its most innovative, adaptable, resilient and health-conscious.

So let’s raise a glass, and pass on clinking them together for now. Let’s strive to mask up and stay socially distant and not have any new cases linked to bars, brewpubs or wineries. If we can do that, then I’ll be happy to say that the first round of drinks are on me.

reopening of bars.

Abbott’s Oct. 7 order also allows most businesses other than bars to increase their on-premise capacity to 75 percent of their building occupancies on Wednesday.

“Even as more businesses have opened and students return to school, Texans have shown we can contain the spread of COVID-19,” Abbott said in a statement on the gover-

nor’s website. “… Opening bars does not mean that COVID-19 is no longer a threat, and most Texans are still susceptible to the virus. As bars and similar businesses begin to open, we all must remain vigilant and show personal responsibility to protect ourselves and our loved ones.”

Bars, brewpubs and wineries already were allowed to be open for to-go sales.

Many previously reopened

for on-site consumption by taking advantage of relaxed permitting requirements by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC), which in August made it easier for those businesses to obtain food and beverage permits and reclassify themselves as restaurants by offering food services along with alcohol.

A spokesperson for George said most restaurants and other businesses

in the county have been “behaving very responsibly.” The spokesperson also said community members are encouraged to report alcohol-oriented businesses to the TABC if they are violating the occupancy limit or on-site safety protocols such as keeping dance floors closed, allowing customers to remove their masks and drink only while seated in most cases and limiting tables to six

people or fewer.

More details about Abbott’s reopening order can be found out at https://gov. texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-issues-executive-order-to-open-bars-inqualifying-counties.

“Governor Abbott has made it clear,” George said.

“If our cases and hospitalizations rise because of opening up, he will shut down our community again.”

way she didn’t anticipate.

“One of the funny things that was happening was the people who had Tshirts from the past year, other people saw and were like, ‘How can I get a blue one?’ But this year’s color is orange,” Hamm said.

“You have to do it every year. You’ve got to come back. It’s kind of fun to have the history of the event, and every year is a specific memory based on when people moved into the area because it is such a fast-growing community along the (Grand Parkway) corridor. It’s just a fun rite of passage to be involved with a specific event.”

sense of community was still there, and the support for Fort Bend has been tremendous through this (race),” Williams said.

“I think people are seeing a definite need for what we do in East Fort Bend through financial assistance and food (donations). That’s something that we’re still giving out and there’s been a huge increase (in demand) for us with all of the layoffs and furloughs in the area.”

Going forward, Williams said the coronavirus will continue to challenge local nonprofits as they try to serve the most vulnerable in their communities, but EFBHN is up for that challenge.

In a Facebook post Monday, the ministry said it plans to open its doors for food distribution from 6-9 p.m. on the following Wednesdays:

Continuing to serve

During the county’s stay-at-home order, the ministry saw a spike in the number of families needing assistance. Last year, the ministry served a total of more than 44,000 adults and children.

Between mid-March and the end of May this year, Williams said it had already served half that amount and continues to serve hundreds of families each month.

Williams said the EFBHN has had to improvise with its service, holding drive-through food pantries as COVID-19 began to spread throughout the Greater Houston area in early March.

“I definitely think the

the resources available for those who need help or additional support.”

Police said the sports complex had been rented out for youth football events, which is believed to be why both men were there.

Multiple witness descriptions led to Hamilton

being identified as the suspect, according to Rosenberg PD, and police said he was later allegedly found in possession of a handgun reported stolen to the Houston Police Department.

According to police, Lauderdale and Hamilton had an “ongoing family

dispute.”

Harris County court records show Hamilton has previous convictions in the county for violation of a protection order and terroristic threats.

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The name of the game last week, at least for three area high school football teams, was keeping the ball on the ground. And it appeared to work as Marshall, Clements and Kempner each ran roughshod over their opponents to keep their slates clean.

In their season-opening victory two weeks ago, the Marshall Buffalos’ offense looked less like a thundering herd and more like a docile pack. Last week, however, head coach James Williams and his team looked more like the squad that has appeared in consecutive Class 5A Division II state championship games.

The Buffaloes raced past the Galena Park Yellowjackets 62-0 at Hall Stadium last Thursday night, improving to 2-0 on the season and running

their regular-season winning streak to nine games.

A prolific and balanced rushing attack spearheaded Marshall’s attack as the Buffalos racked up 251 yards on the ground. Junior Rundrick Dudley led the way with 90 yards and four touchdowns. Three different Buffalos reached pay dirt, while four (Dudley, Aaron McGowen, Ja’Koby Banks and Roland Harvey) each ran for at least 30 yards. Harvey also threw for 110 yards in his second start at quarterback, adding his first career touchdown through the air.

Marshall’s defense stymied the Yellowjackets all night as a relentless attack forced five turnovers.

Tristin Drones-Mouton had eight tackles and a forced fumble, while Jacobe Chester had a fumble recovery and an interception.

Over at Mercer Stadium on Friday, the Clements

Austin's Joshua Tarver (2) gets shoved out of bounds during Saturday's game against College Park. (Photo by Landan Kuhlmann)

Rangers scored a second consecutive resounding win, taking down Pasadena 54-7. Bobby Darnell’s offense went up 13-0 after the first quarter and never looked back en route to the team matching its highest win total since the 2010 campaign.

James Sattler did much of the damage for the Rangers with 204 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. J.R. Mirelles

Elkins alumnus, Houston rapper donating tuition to HBCU students

By Stefan Modrich SMODRICH@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

It’s been a busy fall for Travis Scott.

The Elkins High School alumnus, a five-time Grammy nominee, has taken social media by storm with a McDonald’s ad campaign named after his record label Cactus Jack Records.

In September, he revealed he had recorded a song for the soundtrack to Christopher Nolan’s latest film, “Tenet,” and shared on Twitter a photo of a handwritten note from the critically-acclaimed director.

And on Oct. 7, the rapper, whose legal name is Jacques Berman Webster II, tweeted he would be donating a semester’s worth of tuition to five students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Scott said in a tweet that his father went to Prairie View A&M, which is northwest of Houston, and his mother attended Grambling State University in Louisiana.

Thus far Scott has publicly announced two of the five students he has offered to fund for their first semesters: Nasire Branch, a freshman business administration major at Morehouse College in Atlanta; and Taylor Ivy, a freshman marketing major at Howard University

also ran for 104 yards and a score as 441 of Clements’ 520 total yards came via the rushing attack.

Micah Darnell added 105 total yards and two touchdowns, while Matt McGinnis led the defense with seven tackles and a sack.

Kempner also remained undefeated in the early going after a 67-0 victory over Houston Wisdom last Thursday night at Mercer

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Scott, a 29-year-old Houston native, attended the University of Texas-San Antonio from 2009-10 and tweeted that his mother had wanted him to attend Morehouse.

Pearland native Megan Thee Stallion, a rapper who was listed as one of TIME’s 100 most influ-

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On Oct. 8, she tweeted an announcement of a partnership with Amazon Music's hip-hop brand, RapRotation, to give away two $10,000 scholarships to women of color.

Fort Bend County Judge KP George and the county commissioners’ court announced Oct. 6 the appointment of Richard L. Muller, Jr. to serve on the Gulf Coast Rail District (GCRD).

The GCRD, which aims to improve mobility and access while improving the safety and security of rail transportation in the Houston region, is composed of 16 members who serve two-year terms.

Fourteen have voting powers, and two non-voting members serve ex officio.

Fort Bend County holds Position 10 and Position 11. The former is appointed by the county judge and the latter by the Fort Bend Mayor and Council Association.

In September, former Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen was appointed to fill the Position 11 vacancy of the late former Stafford Mayor Leonard Scarcella, who was a member of the GCRD since its inception in 2007.

Ten of the positions are appointed by either Harris County or the City of Houston, including Carol Abel Lewis, the chairperson of the board.

The board now has

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22 Dobie 61, Bush 12 Mayde Creek 28, Dulles 7 Lake Creek 30, Travis 29 King 31, Ridge Point 21 College Park 46, Austin 7 El Campo 35, Stafford 13 This week’s games Thursday Dulles vs. Conroe, 7 p.m.

(Mercer Stadium) Clements at Fulshear, 7 p.m. (Traylor Stadium) Austin at Conroe Grand Oaks, 7 p.m. (Moorhead Stadium) Willowridge at Waltrip, 7 p.m. (Barnett Stadium) Friday Travis vs. Heights, 7 p.m. (Hall Stadium) Kempner vs.

Katy Paetow, 7 p.m. (Mercer Stadium) Hightower at The Woodlands, 7 p.m. (Woodforest Bank Stadium) Marshall at Northside, 7 p.m. (Cowart Stadium) Stafford vs. Needville, 7 p.m. (Stafford High School)

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Rapper and Elkins alumnus Travis Scott has begun an effort to fund a semester's worth of tuition for five students nationwide who are attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). (Photo from Travis Scott Facebook)

Stadium. The Cougars are 2-0 for the second straight season and third time in five years. Senior running back Joseph Trim followed up a 182-yard performance in a season-opening win over Alvin with a 109-yard, two-touchdown game against Wisdom.

In total, the Cougars ran for 242 yards and had five different runners reach the end zone. Cody Pham also had a 65-yard kickoff return for a score.

Willowridge also is among Fort Bend ISD’s unbeaten teams after taking down Northside 47-7 last Friday night.

A rundown of last week’s games and schedule for this week involving area teams is below.

Last week’s scores Marshall 62, Galena Park 0 Willowridge 47, Northside 7 Kempner 67, Wisdom 0 Clements 54, Pasadena 7 Clear Springs 38, Elkins

ESTATE PLANNING DURING A GLOBAL PANDEMIC

You know how important an up-to-date estate plan is during these difficult times. If you are concerned about visiting an attorney’s office, or going to a courthouse to settle a loved-one’s estate, Margie Connolly, please read on.

Attorney Most attorneys are offering virtual appointments via video conference. Documents can be prepared and reviewed on your personal computer, without the necessity of visiting an office. When considering hiring an attorney to assist with creating or updating your wills, powers of attorney or trust, ask specifically whether the attorney does virtual appointments.

During the pandemic, most courts in our area have used video conferencing to take testimony and proof in both family and probate cases.

Many of the courts have indicated they will continue this practice as an option going forward, even as courthouses begin opening to the public.

Finally, many family and probate cases in which there is some dispute as to the outcome are referred to mediation prior to court hearing for the purpose of facilitating settlement. Again, most mediators are now offering virtual mediation.

Contact your attorney for more information on virtual appointments.

Do not let the fear of getting sick prevent you from establishing your estate plan, or settling your loved-one’s estate.

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five remaining vacancies, including Position 3 (appointed by the Harris County Commissioners Court), Position 13 (Galveston County Judge) and Position 14 (Montgomery County Judge.) Waller County Judge Trey Duhon, a Katy native, serves in Position 12. Both ex officio positions are vacant.

Attempts to reach GCRD Executive Director Katherine Parker were unsuccessful.

Muller is a founding partner of Muller Law Group, which has been headquartered in Sugar Land since 2014. He has practiced public law for more than 20 years with an emphasis on infrastructure development and finance, including the development of major transportation projects. Since 1998, he has served as general counsel to the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority, where he assisted in the development of the Fort Bend Parkway, the Westpark Tollway and the Grand Parkway segment between U.S. 59 and Interstate 10.

“I’m proud to appoint Rich Muller on the important Gulf Coast Rail District Board,” George said in a statement. “We are at a crossroads in our history, as one of the fastest growing and most

diverse counties in the United States, we need bold, skilled leadership on boards such as this one to ensure a future that puts the needs of our community first. From expanding mass transit options to increased freight mobility and even pedestrian safety, this appointment will help us achieve that vision for Fort Bend.”

Muller has also worked on infrastructure development projects for several master-planned communities, including Cross Creek Ranch, Edgewater, Riverstone, Sienna, Telfair, Tuscan Lakes and Woodforest, facilitating agreements between developers and county and municipal governments.

He holds a Bachelor of Science from Georgetown University and doctoral degree from Louisiana State University. Muller is a licensed attorney in Texas and Louisiana.

“As a resident of Fort Bend County, I look forward to using my transportation and legal background to advocate for solutions that keep all of us and commercial enterprises moving,” Muller said in a statement. “With Judge George’s vision for Fort Bend, this is the time to ensure we plan accordingly for a growing and prosperous future.”

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The scope of this project includes the in-place rehabilitation of approximately 1,560 L.F. of 54” RCP storm sewer located on and adjoining the Sugar Creek Country Club. Project requirements include placement of temporary water-tight plugs in storm sewer, removing storm water from the pipe and maintaining dry conditions in the pipe during rehabilitation.

Pipe openings (joints, lifting holes, cracks, etc.) in the existing storm sewer pipes, manholes and inlets will be sealed and grouted to eliminate infiltration. Existing voids in the soil around and above the pipe will be filled and the project site will be restored including replacement of concrete cart path, golf course turf, irrigation systems and existing site facilities.

Plans, specifications, and bidding documents may be obtained from www.

CivCastUSA.com, search for project name “Sugar Creek Country Club Storm Sewer Rehabilitation Project”, or documents may be viewed in the office of the Design Engineer at the following location: KALUZA, INC. 3014 Avenue I, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 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, October 22, 2020, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting for all interested parties will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 14, 2020 via a virtual meeting. Details for attending the pre-bid meeting will be posted on CivCast www.

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Questions regarding this bid must submitted online to www.CivCastUSA. com system or contact Richard W. Stolleis, P.E., at 281.341.0808 or by email, rstolleis@kaluzainc.com by Friday, October 16, 2020 on or before 5:00 P.M. Please post question to the Q&A feature on CivCast.

Contact with any personnel of the City other than as authorized in this Invitation to Bid, regarding this Invitation to Bid, may be grounds for elimination from the selection process.

The City does not assume responsibility for not receiving questions from the Bidder or the Bidders’ receipt of any answers, addenda, or amendment.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WATER MAIN REHABILITATION PROGRAM 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: Distribution System Water Main Rehabilitation Program CIP PROJECT NUMBER: WA1801 LOCATION OF WORK:

Sugar Creek Subdivision, Sugar Land, TX 77478 (Key Map 568 U, 568 R, 568 V, 569 N, 569 S, & 569 W)

Plans, specifications, and bidding documents may be obtained from CivCast www.civcastusa.com search project name “Distribution System Water Main Rehabilitation Program – WA1801” or document may be viewed in the office of the Design Engineer at the following location: Kaluza, Inc: 3014 Avenue I, Rosenberg, TX 77471 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. CST on Thursday, November 12, 2020, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read via teleconference. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting for all interested parties will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 26, 2020 via virtual meeting. Details for attending the pre-bid meeting will be posted on CivCast www.civcastusa.com.

Questions regarding this bid must be submitted online to CivCast www. civcastusa.com system or by contacting Edward L. Nagorski P.E., at (281) 341-0808 or email enagorski@kaluzainc.com by Thursday, October 29, 2020 on or before 5:00 p.m.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED REZONING OF 1.872 ACRES FROM PLANNED DEVELOPMENT GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN UNDER ORD. 1969 TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN – IMPERIAL HIGHWAY 6 DISTRICT TRACT I City Council Public Hearing 5:30 p.m.

VICINITY MAP: November 03, 2020, City of Sugar Land, 2700 Town Center Blvd. North, is hosting via live stream at http://www. sugarlandtx.gov/1238/SLTV-16-LiveVideo or https://www.youtube.com/ sugarlandtxgov/live, and Sugar Land Comcast Subscribers can also tunein on Channel 16 to hear all persons interested in the proposed rezoning of approximately 1.872 acres from first step Planned Development (PD) General Development Plan, under Ordinance No. 1969, to Planned Development (PD) Final Development Plan to develop a small retail center located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Crown Garden Trail and State Highway; further identified as being 1.872 acres of land located in the Alexander Hodge League, Abstract A-32, and being a portion of the residue of a 497.696 acre Tract “F” as described and corrected in Instrument No’s 2003023371, 2008070584, 200708840, & 2011006653 of the Official Public Records of said Fort Bend County (F.B.C.O.P.R.).

The agenda item for this meeting will be placed on the City of Sugar Land website at www. sugarlandtx.gov under “Meeting Agendas” City Council no later than Friday, October 30, 2020.

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PAGE 8 • Wednesday, October 14, 2020 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE ELECTION TO THE RESIDENT, QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE STAFFORD MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a general election will be held in the STAFFORD MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, on the 3rd day of November 2020, for the purpose of electing two trustees to regular terms.

The Fort Bend County Elections Administrator, John Oldham, is hereby designated as the Early Voting Clerk. Requests for ballots by mail must be received by the Early Voting Clerk by the close of business on October 23, 2020. Applications for ballots to be voted by mail should be directed to: Fort Bend County Elections Attention: John Oldham, 301 Jackson Street,Rosenberg, Texas 77471 vote@fortbendcountytx.gov (281) 341-4418 (fax) Applications may be submitted by mail, fax, or as an email attachment. If the application is submitted by fax or email, the applicant must also submit the ORIGINAL application BY MAIL not later than the 4th business day after submitting the faxed or emailed application.

AVISO DE ELECCIÓN DE SÍNDICOS A LOS VOTANTES HABILITADOS RESIDENTES DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR MUNICIPAL DE STAFFORD: POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que se celebrará una elección general en el DISTRITO ESCOLAR MUNICIPAL DE STAFFORD el 3 de noviembre de 2020, con el propósito de elegir dos síndicos para términos

regulares.

Por la presente se designa al Administrador de Elecciones del Condado de Fort Bend, John Oldham, como el Oficial de Votación Anticipada. Las solicitudes de boletas de votación por correo deben ser recibidas por el Oficial de Votación Anticipada al cierre del horario de oficina el 23 de octubre de 2020.

Las solicitudes de boletas de votación por correo deben dirigirse a: Fort Bend County Elections Attention: John Oldham 301 Jackson Street,Rosenberg, Texas 77471 vote@fortbendcountytx.gov (281) 341-4418 (fax) Las solicitudes pueden enviarse por correo, fax o por correo electrónico como archivo adjunto. Si la solicitud se envía por fax o correo electrónico, el solicitante también debe enviar la solicitud ORIGINAL por CORREO POSTAL a más tardar el 4.º día hábil después de haber enviado la solicitud por fax o correo electrónico.

THÔNG BÁO VỀ CUỘC BẦU CỬ ỦY VIÊN HỘI ĐỒNG QUẢN TRỊ GỬI CÁC CỬ TRI CƯ DÂN HỘI ĐỦ ĐIỀU KIỆN CỦA KHU HỌC CHÁNH THÀNH PHỐ STAFFORD: THEO ĐÂY XIN THÔNG BÁO một cuộc tổng tuyển cử sẽ được tổ chức tại KHU HỌC CHÁNH THÀNH PHỐ STAFFORD vào ngày 3 tháng Mười Một, 2020, nhằm mục đích bầu ra hai ủy viên quản trị cho các nhiệm kỳ thường xuyên.

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The polls for the election shall be open for voting from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on November 3, 2020. The District designates the following polling locations as polling locations for the election: El 3 de noviembre de 2020 las casillas para la elección estarán abiertas para votar de 7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m. El Distrito designa los siguientes lugares de votación como lugares de votación para la elección: Các phòng phiếu cho cuộc bầu cử sẽ mở cửa để bỏ phiếu từ 7 giờ sáng đến 7 giờ tối ngày 3 tháng Mười Một, 2020. Khu Học Chánh chỉ định các địa điểm phòng phiếu sau đây là các địa điểm phòng phiếu cho cuộc bầu cử: 上述選舉的投票站應於2020年11月3日上午7:00至晚上7:00開放，以便選民進行投票。本區指定以下投票地點作為本次選舉的投 票地點： Fort Bend County Election Day Polling Places / Lugares de votación del Día de Elección del Condado de Fort Bend Các Địa Điểm Phòng Phiếu cho Ngày Bầu Cử Quận Fort Bend / Fort Bend縣選舉日投票所 VOTING CENTER ADDRESS CITY ZIP CENTRO DE VOTACIÓN DIRECCIÓN CIUDAD C.P. TRUNG TÂM BỎ PHIẾU ĐỊA CHỈ THÀNH PHỐ MÃ ZIP 投票中心 地址 城市 郵遞區號 Adams Junior High School 4141 Cross Creek Bend Lane FULSHEAR, TX 77441 Al Rabba World Food 5800 New Territory Blvd SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Beasley City Hall 319 S. Third Street BEASLEY, TX 77417 Beck Junior High School 5200 S Fry Rd KATY, TX 77450 Beckendorf Jr High School 8200 South Fry Rd. KATY, TX 77494 Bowie Middle 700 Plantation Dr RICHMOND, TX 77406 Brazos Bend Home & Ranch 22930 FM 1462 Rd NEEDVILLE, TX 77461 Briarchase Missionary Baptist Church 16000 Blueridge Rd MISSOURI CITY, TX 77489 Briscoe Junior High School 4300 FM 723 Rd RICHMOND, TX 77406 Calvary Baptist Church 4111 Airport Ave ROSENBERG, TX 77471 Chasewood Clubhouse 7622 Chasewood Dr MISSOURI CITY, TX 77489 Cinco Ranch Branch Library 2620 Commercial Center Dr. KATY, TX 77494 Clements High School 4200 Elkins Rd SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Commonwealth Clubhouse 4330 Knightsbridge Blvd SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Crockett Middle School 19001 Beechnut RICHMOND, TX 77469 Cross Creek Ranch Community Room 6450 Cross Creek Bend Lane FULSHEAR, TX 77441 Elkins High School 7007 Knights Court MISSOURI CITY, TX 77489 Eagle Heights Church 16718 West Bellfort RICHMOND, TX 77407 Fairgrounds Bldg D 4310 Highway 36 S ROSENBERG, TX 77471 Firethorne Community Association 28800 S. Firethorne Rd KATY, TX 77494 Fort Bend ISD Admin Building 16431 Lexington Blvd SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Four Corners Community Center 15700 Old Richmond Road SUGAR LAND, TX 77498 Fulshear High School 9302 Charger Way FULSHEAR, TX 77441 Gallery Furniture 7227 W Grand Parkway S RICHMOND, TX 77407 Garcia Middle 18550 Old Richmond Rd SUGAR LAND, TX 77478 George Bush High School 6707 FM 1464 RD RICHMOND, TX 77407 George Memorial Library 1001 Golfview Dr RICHMOND, TX 77469 Great Oaks Baptist Church 7101 FM 2759 Rd RICHMOND, TX 77469 Greatwood Community & Rec Center 7225 Greatwood Pkwy SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Hightower High School 3333 Hurricane Ln MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Hunters Glen Elem.

695 Independence Blvd MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Imperial Park Recreation Center 234 Matlage Way SUGAR LAND, TX 77478 Jacks Conference Center 3232 Austin Pkwy SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Jones Creek Ranch Park 7714 Farm to Market 359 Richmond, TX 77406 Joy Lutheran Church 717 FM 359 Rd RICHMOND, TX 77406 Katy Reserve (fka Childhood Center) 1711 Spring Green Blvd KATY, TX 77479 Kempner High School 14777 Voss Rd SUGAR LAND, TX 77498 Kendleton Church of God 619 FM 2919 Rd KENDLETON, TX 77417 Knights of Columbus (Needville) 13631 Highway 36 NEEDVILLE, TX 77461 Kroger’s Riverstone 18861 University Blvd SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Lake Olympia Club House 180 Island Blvd MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Lantern Lane Elem.

3323 Mission Valley Dr MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Lexington Creek Elem.

2335 Dulles Ave MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Living Word Lutheran Church 3700 South Mason Road KATY, TX 77450 Lost Creek Conference Center 3703 Lost Creek Blvd SUGAR LAND, TX 77478 M.R. Massey Admin. Bldg.

1570 W. Sycamore Rd FRESNO, TX 77545 Meadows Place City Hall 1 Troyan Dr MEADOWS PLACE, TX 77477 Merrell Center 6301 South Stadium Ln KATY, TX 77494 Mission Bend Library 8421 Addicks Clodine Rd HOUSTON, TX 77083 Missouri City Baptist Church 16816 Quail Park Dr MISSOURI CITY, TX 77489 Missouri City Community Center 1522 Texas Parkway MISSOURI CITY, TX 77489 Missouri City Parks and Rec. 2701 Cypress Point Dr MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Museum of Natural Science 13016 University Blvd.

SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Mustang Community Center 4521 FM 521 Rd FRESNO, TX 77545 Oak Lake Baptist Church 15555 W. Airport Blvd SUGAR LAND, TX 77498 Orchard City Hall 9714 Kibler ORCHARD, TX 77464 Our Lady of Guadalupe Family Life Ctr 1600 Avenue D ROSENBERG, TX 77471 Pinnacle Senior Center 5525 Hobby St HOUSTON, TX 77053 Pioneer Community Center 6501 Rohan Road RICHMOND, TX 77469 Quail Valley Elementary 3500 Quail Village Dr MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Quail Valley Fund Office 3603 Glenn Lakes Ln MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Reese Technical Center 12300 University Blvd SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Richmond Water Mnt. Facility 110 N 8th St RICHMOND, TX 77469 Ridge Point High School 500 Waters Lake Blvd.

MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Ridgegate Community Ass’n 5855 West Ridgecreek Dr HOUSTON, TX 77489 Ridgemont Early Childhood Ctr 5353 Ridgecreek Circle HOUSTON, TX 77053 River Park Recreation Ctr. 5875 Summit Creek Drive SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Rosenberg Annex Building 4520 Reading Rd ROSENBERG, TX 77471 Rosenberg City Hall 2110 Fourth Street ROSENBERG, TX 77471 Seven Lakes High School 9251 S Fry Rd KATY, TX 77494 Sienna Annex 5855 Sienna Springs Way MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459 Simonton City Hall 35011 FM 1093 SIMONTON, TX 77476 Smart Financial Center 18111 Lexington Blvd SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Stafford City Hall 2610 S Main St STAFFORD, TX 77477 Sugar Creek Country Club 420 Sugar Creek Blvd SUGAR LAND, TX 77478 Sugar Lakes Clubhouse 930 Sugar Lakes Dr SUGAR LAND, TX 77478 Sugar Land Branch Library 550 Eldridge Rd SUGAR LAND, TX 77478 Sugar Land Church of God 1715 Eldridge Rd SUGAR LAND, TX 77478 Sugar Land City Hall 2700 Town Center Blvd N SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 Thompsons City Hall 520 Thompson Oil Field Road THOMPSONS, TX 77481 Tompkins High School 4400 Falcon Landing Blvd KATY, TX 77494 Townewest Towne Hall 10322 Old Towne Ln SUGAR LAND, TX 77498 Travis Elementary School 2700 Avenue K ROSENBERG, TX 77471 Westlake Prepatory Academy 23300 Bellaire Blvd RICHMOND, TX 77406 Please note that Fort Bend County has adopted a countywide polling place program. District voters residing in Fort Bend County may cast a ballot on election-day at any of the Fort Bend County polling locations identified above.

Favor advertir que el Condado de Fort Bend adoptó un programa de votación en cualquier parte del condado. Los votantes del Distrito que residen en el Condado de Fort Bend pueden emitir sus votos el día de elección en cualquiera de los lugares de votación indicados arriba.

Xin lưu ý rằng Quận Fort Bend đã áp dụng chương trình địa điểm bỏ phiếu toàn quận. Các cử tri cơ quan cư trú tại Quận Fort Bend có thể bỏ phiếu trong ngày bầu cử tại bất kỳ địa điểm bỏ phiếu nào của Quận Fort Bend đã được xác định ở trên.

請注意，Fort Bend縣已採納了一項涵蓋全縣的投票所計劃。居住在Fort Bend縣的本區選民可於選舉日前往上述任何Fort Bend 縣投票地點進行投票。 Harris County Election Day Polling Places / Lugares de Votación del Día de Elección del Condado de Harris Quận Harris Các Địa Điểm Phòng Phiếu vào Ngày Bầu Cử / Harris縣 選舉日投票所 District voters residing in Harris County may cast a ballot on election-day for Stafford MSD races at the location listed below:

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Sheriff race pits Constable Nehls against HPD vet Fagan

By Stefan Modrich SMODRICH@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Fort Bend County voters had the opportunity to learn about who they might choose to be their next county sheriff when the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce held a Facebook Live forum for the two candidates running to succeed Troy Nehls, who is stepping down to run for the seat U.S. Rep. Pete Olson is vacating in Texas’ 22nd Congressional District.

Republican Trever Nehls, the twin brother of Troy, and Democrat Eric Fagan are vying to become the county’s top law enforcement official.

Trever Nehls previously served with the Sugar Land Police Department and is now the Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable. He was also a U.S. Army Colonel.

Fagan worked as a background investigator in the Recruiting Division of the Houston Police Department, the Internal Affairs Alternative Dispute Resolution Division, and as a community liaison.

Both candidates were asked about what mea-

sures they would employ to counter human trafficking in their jurisdiction.

“We will work very aggressively against anyone that operates any type of sex operations in our county,” Nehls said.

“With respect to human trafficking, the sheriff’s office has a 24/7 hotline … in addition to two detectives assigned for human or sex trafficking. Additionally, the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office has a detective assigned for internet crimes against children. As your next sheriff, we will look at the statistical data that comes into Fort Bend County and address any issues in a very proactive manner in Fort Bend County to ensure all children and people are safe.”

In response, Fagan said Troy Nehls neglected human trafficking during his time as sheriff.

“As your next sheriff, I will work alongside the (district attorney), the county judge, and other law enforcement agencies to stop this blight in our county,” Fagan said. “We must work together, no matter if we are Republican or Democrat.”

Asked how he would

Fagan

Nehls

improve the sheriff’s department, Fagan proposed to lower the inmate capacity of county jails.

“What I’m talking about doing is smart policing,” Fagan said. “People are being arrested for minor offenses that could instead get a Class-C ticket.

Putting them in jail, (taxpayers) are paying for their fine, for their housekeeping, paying a deputy to watch them, and being housed and medical expenses. We must do things to lower the jail population.”

Trever Nehls cited a Niche ranking that had Fort Bend County as the second-best place to live of Texas’ 254 counties and said public safety

plays a significant role in the county being highlyregarded as a place to call home.

Nehls said he would look to improve the department’s understanding of mental health and responding to crises.

“We will continue to analyze the data about the mental health issues facing Fort Bend County, our state and our country,” Nehls said. “We’ll take some analysis and ascertain, do we need to increase the number of (Crisis Intervention Teams) that respond to those in crisis? And if so, it will be one of my top priorities.”

Both candidates said

they were in favor of using body cameras. Fagan said he would seek federal grants to ensure all patrol deputies were equipped with them.

“I want body cameras because they protect the officers and the citizens as well,” Fagan said. “This is something we should use to help parties. As your sheriff, this would be one of my first priorities.”

Nehls, who has been the Precinct 4 Constable for eight years, said his office is already using them and would continue to do so on a countywide basis.

He said he would work with the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court to fund the cameras.

“Body cameras are essential in today’s law enforcement field,” Nehls said. “It will be my first priority if elected as your county sheriff.”

Asked about racial profiling practices within the Fort Bend County Narcotics Task Force, which is overseen by the sheriff’s office, and a Houston Chronicle investigation that found Latino drivers were stopped disproportionately by the task force, Nehls said he would not tolerate any form of racial profiling or

discrimination.

Nehls said according to a 2019 report from the sheriff’s office, 15 percent of those pulled over in the 22,990 traffic stops logged were Hispanic or Latino.

Fagan said in response that African Americans are eight times more likely to be pulled over and Hispanics are three times more likely to be pulled over compared to whites.

Among the reforms Fagan suggested were improved community policing and a citizen’s review board to oversee the department and hold it accountable.

“We must have better community policing,” Fagan said. “Currently at the sheriff’s department, minorities in positions on the command staff, it’s hard to find. Children need to see people like them in those positions.”

Nehls responded that there were multiple community policing programs in Fort Bend County, including “Kids & Cops” and collaboration between officers and homeowners associations.

“There is great community-oriented policing in Fort Bend County,” Nehls said.

Missouri City candidates make pitches to voters in virtual town hall

By Stefan Modrich SMODRICH@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Candidates for Missouri City mayor and two at-large positions on the city council participated in a virtual forum Oct. 8 that was moderated by ABC13’s Erica Simon and hosted by the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity.

Early voting for the Nov. 3 election started Tuesday and continues through Oct. 30.

Mayor Yolanda Ford, who was first elected in 2018 after defeating Allen Owen, will face off against challengers Fred G. Taylor and Robin Elackatt.

Ford has a master’s degree in architecture from Prairie View A&M and a background in urban planning. She is a member of the Institute of Architects (AIA), the American Planning Association (APA) and the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA).

Ford, who served for six years on the city council representing District A, said one of her top immediate priori-

ties is to increase commercial and retail growth in Missouri City.

“Our city has lacked that type of growth because we were billed as a bedroom community,” Ford said. “So that wasn’t truly the focus, and then when they did kind of focus on that growth, it was concentrated on industrial development within the minority communities of Missouri City.”

Taylor served as an executive for the Jasper Oil Company in East Texas and was a special education teacher at the middle school and high school level for Houston ISD. Taylor said his top priority is to implement a policy of no property taxes for seniors once they reached the age of 65. He added he wants to bring back a grocery store to the Texas Parkway corridor.

Elackatt previously served six years on the city council, and prior to that was a member of the city’s Parks Board.

He said he wanted to improve the city’s aging infrastructure, particularly via

sidewalk repairs. He also suggested the city needs to do more to take advantage of the strategic location of the Fort Bend Toll Road Ford was asked about the city’s emergency management plan, and her COVID-19 response drew attacks from her opponents.

Elackatt said he wouldn’t have waited on directions from the Harris County and Fort Bend County judges, adding that residents told him they felt Ford’s response was delayed.

“I would have been out there telling the residents of Missouri City what needs to take place,” Elackatt said.

“When this pandemic broke, people were searching for information, they did not know what was going on. I would have used that EOS immediately and called for the command center to get the job done.”

Taylor said there has been “an absence of visibility” from the mayor’s office during Ford’s tenure.

“We had seniors dying inside of senior citizen homes

and there was no mayor to be found,” Taylor said. “No coordinated response, no information provided. Fortunately we had a county judge (KP George) that got up and was speaking for Missouri City because we were in a void of a voice.”

Councilwoman Vashuandra Edwards, who serves in At-Large Position 1, will be opposite Reginald Pearson on the ballot. Edwards is a relative newcomer, having defeated longtime councilman Jerry Wyatt in 2018.

Edwards said working with City Manager Odis Jones on redevelopment and beautification projects and financial stability are two key elements of her platform.

She also said she wanted Jones to address the morale of employees inside the city’s various departments.

“Each department has their own issues, and with his direction, (Jones) can address those issues and make sure that the staff are comfortable,” Edwards said. “If staff aren’t feeling comfortable, they won’t be able to perform

Rosenberg reintroduces surface water to residents following amoeba scare

By Stefan Modrich SMODRICH@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

The city of Rosenberg said in a news release last Friday it has begun reintroducing surface water into its water supply after independent lab test results indicated that water received from the Brazosport Water Authority (BWA) and the city was free of the brain-eating amoeba known as Naegleria Fowleri.

On Sept. 25, the city switched to groundwater following a temporary “Do

★ BALLOT FROM PAGE 1 Oldham said Galveston County recently had a printing error on its ballot, and that mistakes can occur when the volume of mail-in ballots has increased dramatically.

“Ours was simply a human error of sending the wrong ballot to the wrong people,”

Not Use” water alert issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for the BWA surface water supply. The amoeba had been detected in Lake Jackson’s water supply and caused the death of a 6-year-old boy, according to multiple news reports.

Rosenberg said it plans to restore its original water supply, a blend of approximately 50 percent groundwater and 50 percent surface water from the BWA. The use of surface water is mandated by the Fort Bend

Subsidence District.

The city activated all groundwater wells and began flushing the BWA water to isolate it from its water distribution system in response to the potential threat of Naegleria Fowleri on Sept.

25 TCEQ rescinded the “Do Not Use” order on Sept. 26 after determining the water incident was isolated to the city of Lake Jackson, which had a water boil notice in place until earlier this week.

Rosenberg remained on groundwater as an additional

Oldham said. “We’ve mailed 37,000 ballots, and you’re going to get some of that.”

Oldham said he heard from one Missouri City voter who was incorrectly coded for Houston, something that he noted happens relatively frequently and is simple to correct.

“It’s not anything to get overly concerned about. It’s all fixable,” Oldham said.

Residents with concerns or questions can visit the Fort Bend County Election Administration website at https:// www.fortbendcountytx.gov/ government/departments/ county-services/electionsvoter-registration/contact-us or call 281-341-8670.

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precaution and used an independent lab to verify that the amoeba was not present in its water supply, according to the city.

Samples were taken from the BWA surface water delivery point to the city and multiple locations around Rosenberg, the city said.

Each sample returned negative and clear of amoeba, according to the city.

Rosenberg said the city’s water supply is currently rated “Superior” by TCEQ for meeting or exceeding all state standards.

their job to the best of their ability.”

Pearson was a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission. He emphasized sitting down with the mayor and city manager to establish a rapport and a shared vision for the city as one of his goals if elected to city council.

“What I’ve noticed over the past two years is typically the votes are 4-3, so there’s some divisiveness there,” Pearson said. “So I would address that first.”

Councilman and Mayor Pro Tempore Chris Preston is seeking his fourth term in AtLarge Position 2. Running to unseat him are Lynn Clouser, who has worked in sales and marketing for pharmaceuticals, and James Mable, who works with Houston Community College’s Career Services Department.

Preston said he would strive to ensure small businesses and the community at large respond effectively to COVID-19 and adopt an economic development policy over the next 12 months “that

is inclusive to all residents and business owners.”

He also cited a survey of residents and said it highlighted areas for improvement as well as positive feedback from residents as a part of his goal to improve constituent services.

Mable said he would “double down” on addressing the city’s COVID-19 response and making sure it was abiding by the state, county and city policies.

He also called for more transparency from within the city’s economic development team.

“I’ve heard time and time again about economic plans, and ideas for Texas Parkway and Cartwright Road,” Mable said. “And it seems like nothing is coming to fruition.”

Clouser said infrastructure enhancements will be her top priority.

“Our infrastructure is failing,” Clouser said. “As I’m out walking and talking to residents, I’m actually tripping over sidewalks. That’s not good.”

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Review: Aki Steak and Sushi a colorful glimpse of nostalgia

By Stefan Modrich SMODRICH@FORTBENDSTAR.COM

Once upon a time, I was hesitant to try sushi for reasons only the hypermetabolic version of myself could explain — I never found it filling or satisfying enough during the peak of my high school growth spurts or even the ill-advised, late-night cravings of my college days.

Despite consistent prodding from friends, it took a big group outing to a local sushi joint near my apartment in Downtown Phoenix to finally get over my aversion to raw fish.

That introduction helped me understand why eating sushi is such an important event, and even though teaching me to use chopsticks seems like a futile, hopeless endeavor, I’ll absolutely continue to seek out places like Aki Steak and Sushi in Sugar Land. Not only did my trip there evoke memories of good times, perhaps more so for most of you than for me, a sushi novice, but it is an important culinary base to cover in an area with so many different

renditions and interpretations of one of the most socially friendly foods.

My server was very friendly and helpful in breaking down the vast cornucopia of sushi choices.

From the lunch menu, I ordered the Maki A ($14.75), which includes your choice of soup (for me, Wonton) and up to three types of sushi rolls.

I decided on the Tiger Eye Roll (smoked salmon, cream cheese, masago and jalapeno wrapped in soy paper), the Spider Roll (soft shell crab, masago, avocado, kaiware and cucumber topped with eel sauce) and the classic Avocado Roll.

As is common, wasabi (Japanese horseradish) and pickled ginger are included on the side as a condiment and palate cleanser, respectively.

I strategically chose the Avocado Roll as a failsafe, but the Spider Roll and its deep-fried soft shell crab emerged as the clear favorite. The combination of salmon, cream cheese and jalapeno in the Tiger Eye Roll also packed a great punch.

If sushi doesn’t excite

Pictured, from left, are the Tiger Eye Roll, the Spider Roll and the Avocado Roll at Aki Steak and Sushi, located at 510 Highway 6 Suite No. 180 in Sugar Land, during a recent visit. (Photo by Stefan Modrich)

you, a gallery of beautifully plated floral raw seafood dishes will at the very least catch your eye, like Sashimi B ($25.95) or Chirashi ($21), a bowl of sushi rice covered with an assortment of raw fish.

You can also try a Ben-

to Box served with your choice of protein — chicken, beef, shrimp, grilled salmon, sushi, sashimi — and vegetable tempura, California roll, spring roll, steamed rice and Miso Soup or salad, ranging from $11.95-$17.25.

Check out the Sumo Steak ($24), or if you’re ordering for a family with diverging tastes, there’s an entire menu of Chinese entrees, like Mongolian Beef ($12) or Orange Chicken ($11).

Wear a mask inside and enjoy responsibly.

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FOR NON-PROFIT EVENTS

In light of the COVID-19 outbreak and the cancellation of several community gatherings, please check with each organization for updated information about the status of their events.

OCTOBER 11 - OCTOBER 31 ST. CATHERINE OF SIENNA EPISCOPAL PRESCHOOL 4747 Sienna Parkway, Missouri City 77459, presents The Great Pumpkin Patch. There is no charge for admission Ð come and take pictures and enjoy the pumpkin patch with your little ones. 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day.

raises funds for families and children living with autism spectrum disorder. The day hosts creative contests, raffle, auctions, wine pull and an exclusive hole-in-one sponsored

by Mercedes Benz of Sugar Land. Register your foursome ($600) or individual play ($150) now. To learn more about spectacular sponsorship, underwriting and volunteer opportunities visit hopeforthree.org/events

OCTOBER 18 WIN FREE GAS Timewise and local nonprofit, Hope For Three Autism Advocates are raising funds for local families with an innovative Gas Give-Away! One $20 chance could earn you big winnings of $1,200, $800 or $600 in gas gift cards. Three winners are drawn at the 5th Annual Golf Fore Autism on October 19th at Sweetwater Country Club. You do not need to be present to win. Gas chances are available until October 18th. To purchase visit, www.hopeforthree.org/events. Autism resources and referrals can also be found on the organizationÕ s website.

ONGOING DVD-BASED ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS WITH NO HOMEWORK REQUIRED Weekly class designed to help you understand and appreciate the Bible by giving you a better sense of the land and culture from which it sprang. The class meets at 9:45 am every Sunday at First Presbyterian of Sugar Land (502 Eldridge Rd.). For more information call 281-240-3195

OCTOBER 19 GOLF FORE AUTISM Hope For Three Autism Advocates, with Presenting Sponsor Timewise, will host their 5th Annual Golf Fore Autism tournament, October 19th, 11:00am at Sweetwater Country Club in Sugar Land. The charity tournament

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LISA N SIMS, AGENT Monday - Friday 9 - 6 Saturday 10 - 2 After hours by appointment

EXCHANGE EXCHANGE, America’s Service Club, always welcomes guests and is in search of new members! Various Fort Bend clubs exist and can accommodate early morning (7 a.m.), noon and evening meeting time desires. For more info, contact Mike Reichek, Regional Vice President, 281-575-1145 or mike@reichekfinancial.com We would love to have you join us and see what we are all about!

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.

11647 S Highway 6 Sugar Land, TX 77498 Toll Free: 281-201-2448 lisa@agentlisasims.com

EXPERIENCE COUNTS! 35+ YEARS SERVING FORT BEND COUNTY 281-243-2344 281.243.2300

14090 S.W. Freeway Suite #200 Sugar Land, TX

REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.HOUSTONHUMANE.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, email maw0500@gmail.com.

AMERICAN LEGION 271 MEETING We meet the first Thursday of every month at the Post Hall, 4520 Hwy. 36 in Rosenberg.

A covered dish meal is served to members at 6:30 p.m. followed by meetings at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 281-341-9966.

AMERICAN LEGION 294 MEETING Meets the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Old Hickory Inn BBQ, 3334 FM 1092, just north of Highway 6 in Missouri City. For more information, please call 713376-7295.

ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 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 St. 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.

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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 281413-2484.

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HOUSTON HUMANE SOCIETY BE A HERO!

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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