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The Sealy High School choir will hold its Christmas concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 11 in the school auditorium.
Herman Sons Christmas party The Cat Spring Herman Sons Lodge No. 44 is having its annual Christmas party and awards presentation on Dec. 11, at 6:30 p.m. at the Agricultural Hall. The lodge is providing barbecue baked potatoes and members are asked to bring appetizers or desserts. The Humanitarian Award will be presented. Donations to the Gordon Library will be made in lieu of a gift exchange. For more information, call 979995-2719, or 979885-3695.
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Jahkai Gonzales, 7, gets ready to ride Gunther, a 14-year-old dromedary, during the Festival of Lights celebration Saturday at Levine Park in Sealy. Look for the photo gallery online at www.sealynews.com.
The last day to order a 2015 Sealy High School yearbook is Friday, Dec. 12. Order forms can be picked up at the Student Service Window or in the yearbook room, B133. Orders can also be placed online at www.balfour.com. Contact yearbook adviser Val Goad at 979-885-3515 for more information.
Song of Christmas St. John Lutheran Church in Cat Spring will host the musical “The Song of Christmas” on Friday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m. Members from several churches will perform and the entire public is invited to the free event. Refreshments will be served. The church is located at 408 Ross Street in Cat Spring. For more information, call 979-865-3842. ■ NEWS BITS, page 11
TODAY'SOBITUARIES ■ Delrose Kana Hattermann ■ Sue Vaughn Irvin Mize ■ Milburn Gerald Robison
Fantastic Fantasy Christmas celebration draws crowds Tour of Homes returns to Sealy
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- Page 6 The weather was cool but not too cold on Saturday, just enough to warm the hearts and spirits of the thousands of people who came out to celebrate the season with Sealy’s annual Fantasy of Lights. Levine Park and the surrounding downtown area was bustling with activity as families enjoyed a day of games, live entertainment, food and craft vendors, camel rides, sled rides on snow and so much more. Trains and pajamas were the order of the day as the event followed a Polar Express theme. “We’re really pleased
with the way things went,” said Melanie Willingham, president of the Sealy Community Foundation, the organization that puts on the festival each year. She said the crowds were probably bigger than they were two years ago. Last year it was cold and wet and attendance was down. “The biggest thing I’ve had people talking about is the snow. People love the snow,” she said. The snow was manmade and provided by Ice Express. A tractor trailer load of ice was crushed and blown into
A girl wipes out while sledding on the artificial snow Saturday during Sealy's Fantasy of Lights celebration. two mounds for sledding and a small field where numerous snowball fights broke out. Huge crowds lined Main Street for the popular parade of lights. “When they turn the lights on at the park just before the parade
Community celebrates as Liedertafel turns 100
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Liedertafel Hall is a place in time and on Saturday the residents of Sealy celebrated its first century milestone with plenty of brats, beer, sauerkraut and German chocolate birthday cake. The versatile octagonal building has been many things over the last 10 decades and today still stands as a centerpiece of social activity. The sounds of live music performed by Kovanda’s Czech Band help many relive the nostalgic dancehall
it’s like ‘here we go – Christmas season is here,’” Willingham said. One of the more popular attractions was the camel ride. Actually, the camel was a 14-year-old
The Austin County inmates being temporarily housed in the Fort Bend County Jail are home for the holidays – or at least as close as the jail in Bellville. Sheriff Jack Brandes reported that on Monday all but two of the 12 inmates housed in the neighboring county have been returned and that the Austin County Jail is completely open now that new staff have undergone training. The remaining two inmates are staying due to medical issues. “We’re a good three weeks ahead of schedule,” Brandes said. Brandes closed the newer and larger section of the jail for the second time this year in October due to staffing problems. It was first closed and inmates shipped to Fort Bend last summer after a string of resignations by jailers left the jail too short staffed to operate at full capacity. The October closing was to allow newly hired staff to undergo formal training. The sheriff said the jail now has 15 jailers with three more interviews scheduled for this week. Full staffing is 20 jailers. Brandes said having jailers properly trained is making a big difference. “The attitude (among jailers) is wonderful and everybody’s happy,” he said.
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Carolyn Zapalac cuts the birthday cake Saturday during the 100-year celebration of Liedertafel Hall. days and the lively Fireman’s Frolics that kept the place hopping in its early years. Memories of the good old days were shared by Leroy Zapalac and Bill Ripple, who told stories of the Fireman’s Frolics and of the big name performers who have graced the hall.
“I still remember how it all worked,” Zapalac said. He said the Frolic was always held the last Thursday in July. All of the businesses in town closed at high noon. Zapalac said he and his buddies learned ■ 100, page 14
The Sealy Independent School District is in the process of acquiring several properties along Hwy. 90 by the football stadium. Some property owners are willing to sell and others may be forcing the district into condemnation proceedings. When the property acquisition is complete, the district will own all the land along Hwy. 90 from North Circle Drive on the east to the driveway just west of the Pueblo Motel near Allens Creek. Before that happens, the district must
first reach an agreement or settlement with the owner of the Pueblo Motel as well as another property near the stadium. In the meantime, the district has purchased an empty lot and is about to purchase the pink Best Budget Inn next door to the stadium. “We’ve signed a contract and we hope to close soon,” Supt. Sheryl Moore said in a recent interview. The district purchased the motel property for about $300,000. Moore said the money comes from the district’s fund balance. “We’ve got a very ■ PROPERTY, page 3
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OBITUARIES Delrose Kana Hattermann Delrose Kana Hattermann of Weimar, Texas, passed away on Nov. 19, 2014. She was 80 years old. Delrose was born Dec. 7, 1933, in Weimar to Frank and Loretta Gold. After graduating from Weimer High School in 1953, she went to work in Austin, Texas, until she met and married John R. Kana on Jan. 15, 1956. Three sons later, she went to work for Herder Truck Lines. After the closure of Herder Truck Lines, Delrose finished her career working in the License Division of the Colorado County Tax Assessor/Collector’s Office after 20 years of greeting and visiting
with Colorado county residents. While working for the county, Delrose met Paul A. Hattermann and later married on April 9, 1994. Delrose enjoyed being outdoors and visiting with her family and friends, spending time with her grandchildren at all their school functions and sporting events, being a greatgrandmother, going dancing and driving the countryside looking for deer. She looked forward to family gettogethers and would try just about anything from hunting to riding in a racecar. She enjoyed life to the fullest. Delrose was a long time member of St.
Michael’s Catholic Church in Weimar and the Catholic Daughters of America. She was a member of the Colorado County Wildlife Management and Texas Sportsman Association. Delrose was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Loretta Gold, and infant twin sister, Delores, infant brother, Frank Gold and husbands John R. Kana Sr. and Paul A. Hattermann. She is survived by her three sons, John R. Kana Jr. and wife Janice of Sealy, Larry “Bear” Kana of Sealy, and Michael and wife Raymie of Columbus; grandchildren Kyle Kana, Ashley KanaDenham, Trevor Kana, Jordan Kana, Jillian
Milburn Gerald Robison Milburn Gerald Robison, 89, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Dec. 6, 2014. He passed away peacefully at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Katy, Texas. Milburn was born to Jesse G. and Anna Mae (James) Robison on June 2, 1925, in Morrill, Texas, a small community just outside of Alto, Texas, and was raised in Houston, Texas. After completing school he joined the 3rd Marine Division as a private 1st class rifle
expert serving in the Asiatic-Pacific area; New Caledonia, Solomon Islands, Mariana Islands and the Volcano Islands. He participated in action against the Japanese on Guam and Iwo Jima. He was awarded the presidential unit citation with one bronze star, navy unit commendation, AsiaticPacific campaign with two bronze stars, World War II victory ribbon, national defense service ribbon with one bronze star and good conduct metal. Years later he would work for
Southwestern Bell where he met the love of his life, his future wife, Alberta (Lepp) Robison, they married on June 12, 1960, and resided in Houston until moving to Sealy, Texas, the summer of 1970. After 37 years of dedicated work for Southwestern Bell, he retired in 1984. He enjoyed his golden years with his family and loved traveling abroad and at home, especially to the Smokey Mountains. Milburn was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Alberta, brother, Elwyn, daughter, Christy and brother-in-law, Sonny Poe. He is survived by his son, Jerry Robison, daughter, Lisa Janszen and husband Mark, sister, Rita Poe, sister-inlaw, Bonnie Robison, granddaughter, Taylor Robison-Moon and Taylor’s mother, Shea, grandson, Jason Janszen, grandson,
Thank you The family of our beloved Fred Meith, dad, grandfather and great-grandfather would like to thank the Rev. Thuy Nguyen, Deacon Jerome Losak Sr., Altar Society and Catholic Daughters. Lucille and Adriana who played and sang. And the pallbearers. Also, thanks to everyone for their prayers, food, flowers, cards and visits and the church group who prepared food. Thank you to Compassionate Care Hospice for the care taken and to JR and Vicki Minyard for directing traffic. Good Bless All
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Kana, Kayla Kana, Matthew Kana, Jacqueline Kana, and Jayme Kana and one great-grandson Flynn Kana; brother Lawrence Gold and wife Joyce of Cypress; and numerous nieces and nephews and stepchildren. Funeral services were held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Weimar on Nov. 24, 2014. Interment followed at St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery in Weimer. Pallbearers were all of her grandchildren; Kyle Kana, Ashley Kana-Denham, Trevor Kana, Jordan Kana, Jillian Kana, Kayla Kana, Matthew Kana, Jacqueline Kana, Jayme Kana and family friend Franklin Valla.
Milburn Robison Scott Janszen and fiancé, Rosi and her daughter, Viola, also numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Dec. 10, at 2 p.m. from Knesek Funeral Home, 768 Fourth St., Sealy with the Rev. Dale Leland officiating. Interment in the Sealy Cemetery. Pallbearers were grandsons, Jason Janszen and Scott Janszen, nephews, Frank Poe, Charlie Poe and Dwayne Poe. www.knesekfuneralhome.com.
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Sue Mize took part of the beautification of the City of Houston in the 1970s, always supported the Wallis Volunteer Fire Department and other Wallis organizations. Her heart was always focused on serving others, sending cards or making calls to shut-ins, visiting the hospitalized, taking donations to the VA Hospital, and in many other ways teaching life lessons of kindness, love, mercy, grace, and showing by example that when you give, you receive many times over. Sue was preceded in death by her parents and husband Garland Trunan “Spot” Mize, her brother Robert and his wife Amanda, and in-laws Dr. J.T. and Marie Mize. She is survived by her daughters: Suzanne Arevalo and her husband Jorge, their children Bernard James (BJ) Bailey; Thomas Garland Campbell, his wife Heather and their children Clayton, Riley, Jake; Mary Watkins and husband Gary, their daughters Ashley Vaughn and Chelsey Kayla Watkins; twin sister Dixie Talley; niece’s Sydney Traylor and husband Jay, and their children; Debra Talley and Sheila Talley. Sue fought a very strong and courageous battle with cancer. Her positive spirit, elegance, and determination stayed strong until she went home to the Lord on Dec. 6. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff from Synergy Home Care Southwest and the amazing caregivers who cared for Sue. Their love, commitment, and dedication to Sue are a testimony to the Lord’s work. To honor Sue’s memory, donations may be made to the Wallis United Methodist Church, 123 Guyler Street, Wallis, TX 77485. www.knesekfuneralhome.com.
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County honors Judge King for 39 years of service By JOE SOUTHERN editor@sealynews.com
After nearly four decades as the Pct. 4 Justice of the Peace, Dennis King is retiring and was honored Monday by the Austin County Commissioners Court for his years of dedicated service. “I’ve been doing this most of my life,” he said. “Now when I wake up in the morning I won’t have to go to work or worry about the
phone ringing in the night.” “Judge King has been a pillar of the community,” said Austin County Judge Carolyn Bilski, who herself is retiring from her post at the end of the year after 20 years. She noted that in addition to having served as a justice of the peace for 39 years, King also served 35 years on the Wallis Volunteer Fire Department, 22 of those
years as chief. King said he was recently told that his is the “longest-running elected official in the county system.” He was presented a plaque on behalf of the county by his son, Pct. 4 Commissioner Douglas King. “It’s been an honor serving the people,” Judge King said. Austin County EMS Director Ron Dille said his department owes a debt of gratitude to
King. “This couple here are one of the founders of the EMS,” Dille said, pointing to King and his wife, Carolyn. “If it wasn’t for them, we wouldn’t be here.” King served as a director of the Sealy Medical Center Foundation and as a board member of the 911 Communications District. From 1974 through 1981, he was an EMT for the Austin County EMS.
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Commissioner Douglas King, left, presents a plaque to his father, Dennis King, who is retiring after 39 years as the justice of the peace in Precinct 4.
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PROPERTY continued from Page 1 healthy fund balance right now,” she noted. The vacant building to the west of the Best Budget Inn and the Pueblo Motel and adjoining vacant lot are the ones the district will probably have to exercise eminent domain over and pursue condemnation hearings against. “Nobody wants to do that,” Moore said, adding that although the SISD Board of Trustees has authorized the process she would prefer to reach an agreeable sale price out of court. She said the vacant building has been for sale for several years for about $150,000. The district had it appraised at $18,100. “It’s the land value less the cost to get rid of the building,” said Jim Obermeier, executive director for business operations. He said the lot the building is on is too small to accommodate adequate parking a business would require under the city’s development codes. As for the Pueblo Motel, the difference in price between the two parties has not been
disclosed but Moore said she feels the district has well established a value for it. “We’ve already established a price for a hotel on this road and a oneacre lot,” she said. Moore said she felt the district has been more than fair in its price negotiations. “We’ve given way more than fair market value,” she said. The district wants the motel, building and lot next to the stadium for parking and the other properties for future development. Moore said it has not yet been determined what that will be but said it will likely be a new early childhood education center or new district offices. New offices would allow the district to return rooms it now
occupies to the intermediate and junior high schools. Moore said the timing was right to pursue the properties. “Down the road it’s going to be more expensive and we need the
parking now,” she said. The owner of the Pueblo Motel declined to comment for this story, saying she did not want to talk about it while negotiations were ongoing with the school district.
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LETTERSTOTHEEDITOR Many groups help abused children Dear Editor, As we end 2014, we should reflect on where we are going. One of the most important indications of a civilized society is how we treat our children. Unfortunately, if current trends continue, too many Texas
Mayor explains work considered for Sealy's sewage treatment facility Dear Editor, Through discussions with citizens and seeing the comments posted on social media, I’ve noticed some diverse perceptions of the situation at the sewage treatment facility. Our facility is in compliance with state and federal regulations and is in good operating condition. The discussions in council focus primarily on two topics – (1) creating a redundancy (i.e., back-up system) to keep the plant running if there ever is a failure, and (2) expanding for future growth of our community. Requirements for both are regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The current facility has one clarifier. We need to install a second
children will be abused and neglected. I so much appreciate the volunteer efforts of those who protect our children through our CPS Board, CASA and many others. Children are our most precious resource and we should be committed to working toward a happier, healthier, and
safer environment for them. Far too many children in Austin County and Texas are abused or neglected. All of us must join together to prevent this tragedy. If you see something; say something! Report abuse by calling 1-800252-5400 or report online at www.txabusehotline.org. The time
has come for us to reflect on what we are doing as a community to support children and their families. We must start putting children first. It’s up to you. If we don’t stand for children, who will? Yours in Public Service, Carolyn Bilski Austin County Judge
to ensure the facility continues to operate properly. According to the TCEQ, our current facility is permitted for a daily average flow (DAF) of 0.975 million gallons day (MGD). In 2012, the actual DAF averaged 59.1 percent of permitted DAF. In 2013, 59.0 percent. For the first seven months of 2014, the average is 61.4 percent. TCEQ requires planning for expansion if three consecutive months reach 75 percent or more of permitted capacity and requires construction to start if three consecutive months reach 90 percent. Using a standard of 100 gallons per person per day, our current facility can handle an equivalent of 3,759 more people. A DAF increase equivalent to 1,322 people will result in mandatory planning and an increase equivalent to 2,784 people will result in mandatory
expansion. This will be a detailed process over a period of years. The second clarifier needs to be added as quickly as possible. The expansion, however, can be done several years into the future. According to the engineering evaluation, it entire project cost up to $10.8 million if done at one time. We have several options in regards to funding the project. Taking out a certificate of obligation. According to a tax rate impact analysis presented to the council at the Nov. 12, 2014, meeting, finance rates are low, but this option would still result in a property tax increase of $0.1020-$0.1420 per $100 of assessed value. For a homestead with a $150,000 taxable value, that would mean a tax increase of $153 to $213 per year. Completing the project in phases. This would result in less money needed up front.
Depending on the future economy, it might result in either higher or lower overall project cost. Setting aside funds and saving them for future work. This would save the cost of finance charges. Overall project cost could go up or down based on the future economy. Financing the project through energy savings. A comparison is done between the energy costs of traditional technology and energy efficient technology. Payments are made to the energy provider based on the energy usage of the old technology, but the difference between the actual energy usage and the payment made is applied to financing. I will encourage the council to give detailed thought to the overall process and be good financial stewards of our citizens’ tax dollars. Mark A. Stolarski Mayor, City of Sealy
CAPITALHIGHLIGHTS Perry directs agencies to screen employees Gov. Rick Perry on Dec. 3 ordered state agencies to check the employment eligibility of current and prospective employees by using E-Verify, an Internet-based system that allows employers to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Perry also urged Congress to pass legislation “to provide the resources necessary to secure our southern border.” Perry’s announcements come in the wake of President Obama’s executive action on immigration on Nov. 20. At the time, in a national broadcast, Obama said he would take various actions because of the protracted unwillingness of Congress to pass an immigration reform bill that addresses the legal status of millions of undocumented workers employed in Texas and other states by American business owners. A White House news release lists three elements of the president’s executive actions: 1. Cracking down on illegal immigration at the border to increase the chances that anyone attempting to cross illegally will be caught and sent back; continuing the surge of resources that effectively reduced the number of unaccompanied children crossing the border illegally last summer; and centralizing border security command-and-
ED STERLING Texas Press Association control. 2. Deporting felons, not families to focus on the deportation of people who threaten national security and public safety; and directing immigration enforcement to place anyone suspected of terrorism, violent criminals, gang members and recent border crossers at the top of the deportation priority list. 3. Accountability through criminal background checks and taxes, to hold accountable those undocumented immigrants who have lived in the United States for more than five years and are parents of U.S. citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents. Meanwhile, Perry said, “It’s clear now more than ever that Congress must finally pass a bill that dedicates the necessary resources to securing our border, once and for all. Without border security, immigration reform is a fruitless exercise.” States challenge president Texas was joined by 16 other states on Dec. 3 in filing a court challenge to President Obama’s executive actions on immigration that he announced last month. Texas Attorney General and
governor-elect Greg Abbott, who filed the lawsuit in the U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas, wrote that the U.S. Constitution’s Take Care Clause “limits the President’s power and ensures that he will faithfully execute Congress’s laws – not rewrite them under the guise of ‘prosecutorial discretion.’” Also claimed is that the Department of Homeland Security’s directive was issued without following the Administrative Procedure Act’s rule-making guidelines and awards “legal benefits to individuals whose conduct contradicts the priorities of Congress.” States joining Texas in the lawsuit are Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, West Virginia and Wisconsin. Former Senate secretary dies Betty King, who served as secretary of the Texas Senate from 1977 to 2001, died Dec. 1 in Austin. She was 89. First hired as a House Appropriations Committee clerk in 1947, her patience, grace and unflappability were soon known and long appreciated, until her retirement in 2001.
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Tigers fall to Sweeny, take 3rd in tourney By CHRISTOPHER HUNT reporter@sealynews.com
The Sealy Tiger basketball team played its home opener Dec. 2 against the Sweeny Bulldogs and the result was anything but what the Tigers hoped for. Sealy started the game without the services of starting power forward Titus Davis and small forward BJ Randle, so it would be up to the rest of the team to step up in their absence. Senior shooting guard CC Brooks came out with a hot hand, leading the Tigers to an early lead after scoring eight of his 11 points in the first quarter. Guards Christian Browning and Tajh Green, and small forward Jordan Conner struggled in this one, combining for only five points in the first quarter. After one, however, Sealy was up by the score of 14-13. After trading baskets in the second quarter, the Tigers found themselves ahead 20-16. After Sealy called a timeout with 4:13 left in the half, Sweeny’s Dannon McKnight hit a three-pointer to pull the Bulldogs within one, 20-19. The visiting team was able to use that much-needed three to go on a minirun and head into the locker room with a 29-22 lead. The Tigers came out in the second half looking for a spark, in the form of senior power forward Davis, who played his first minutes of the game in quarter number three. The Bulldogs were ready for the 6-2, 215pound senior, however, as Davis wasn’t able to get his hands on the ball as often as the
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Sealy center Derek Dabney (32) steps out to nail a jumper in the second quarter of Tuesday’s game versus Sweeny. Tigers would have liked. Junior guard Green and Davis combined for 10 points in the quarter, and after three, the Tigers were still in it. Sweeny 39, Sealy 34. The fourth quarter was messy, as the Tigers were only able to put 10 points on the scoreboard. Sweeny forced Sealy into too many bad decisions and turnovers, and ran away with this one. After putting 21 of their own on the scoreboard, the visiting Bulldogs walked off the court victorious, 60-44. With their record now at 1-2, the Tigers hopped on a bus and traveled to Lexington to take part in their first tournament of the season. Game number one pitted them against Weimar, and this one was never in doubt, as the Tigers cruised to an easy opening round victory, 68-29. Junior BJ Randle led the Tigers with 11 points. Joseph Kalinec had eight, Jordan Conner had seven, and Brooks and Derek Dabney had six each. Moving onto the second round, the Tigers
then faced the Longhorns of Dime Box High School. This one was a defensive struggle throughout, as neither team broke 40 points. The Longhorns, with just one loss on the season, held the Tigers to 33 points on the night. Dime Box, a 2A basketball-only school, was trailing the Tigers 23-11 at halftime, but came out in the second half and out-rebounded the Tigers and beat Sealy with second chance points. “They probably ran six minutes off the clock in the second half by just running their offense and getting offensive rebounds,” Coach Christopher Horn said after the game. The Tigers’ third game of the tournament was against Thrall. The Tigers jumped out to a 19-8 halftime lead and never looked back. Green led Sealy in scoring with eight points. By way of the Thrall victory, Sealy would now play in the tournament’s consolation game versus the host Lexington Eagles. The Tigers again had little
Annual Snowball Classic comes back to Sealy By CHRISTOPHER HUNT
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Sealy guard CC Brooks (3) puts the moves on a Sweeny defender during Tuesday’s game. problems in this one, leading 26-13 at halftime and coasting to a 44-29 victory. When asked if the Tigers will make it a point to get the ball inside to Davis and Dabney as the season progresses, Horn said it will be a focus. “Our offense centers around getting the ball inside to those two (Davis and Dabney), but the issue we’re
having now is that our posts and guards aren’t quite on the same page yet. It’s something we’re working on in practice, but we’re just not quite there yet,” Horn said. Senior small forward Jordan Conner finished the tournament with averages of eight points per game and five rebounds per game and was an All-Tournament selection.
“Jordan does a lot of things for us that may not necessarily show up on the stat sheet every night. He outhustles other guys and that pays off big for us,” Horn said. The Tigers travelled to Needville Tuesday night, but results were not available at press time. After that, Sealy will travel to Sweeny to take part in the Sweeny Tournament.
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Betsy Zapalac, right, poses with her mother, Susie Zapalac, inside her home at 403 5th St.
Yousef and Jessica Al-Khalifah show off their dining room in their home at 426 5th St.
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Janice and Don Marsh pose by their Christmas tree inside their home, the historic HackbarthFelcman home, located at 305 Hardeman.
Five homes featured on Christmas tour By JOE SOUTHERN editor@sealynews.com
It has been a few years since Sealy had a holiday home tour, but five homes were open for visitors Saturday in conjunction with Sealy’s Fantasy of Lights celebration. The Christmas Homes Tour was sponsored by the Sealy Area Historical Society and proceeds will aid in the restoration of the Santa Fe Museum buildings and exhibits located on East Main Street. “It was wonderful to have the Christmas Homes Tour again this year,” said Nancy Naron, president of the Sealy Area Historical Society. “We had a good
turnout, and had a number of people from out of town. It was interesting to see that people traveled from Houston specifically to see the houses on the tour. Some of the visitors had even researched the history of the homes beforehand.” Opening their homes to the public were Betsy Zapalac at 403 5th St., Jessica and Yousef Al-Khalifah at 426 5th St., Debbie and Ron Mitchamore at 627 5th St., Janice and Don Marsh at 305 Hardeman and Renee and Mitchell Zimmerman at 737 Main Street. Most of the homeowners are newcomers to their historic homes,
including Zapalac who moved in last June, the Al-Khalifahs who have been there three years, the Marshs who moved here 18 months ago The dining room of the home owned by Ron and Debbie Mitchamore at 627 5th St. from Maryland, the Zimmermans who are coming up on two years and the Mitchamores who are at eight years. The historical society charged $5 per home or $15 for all five for visitors on the tour. Each of the homes were resplendent in Christmas decorations, most welcoming guests with music and holiday treats to enjoy. “The Sealy Area Historical Society greatly appreciates the efforts of the homeowners who participated in the tour,” Naron said.
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Trooper shoots car in chase out of San Felipe By JOE SOUTHERN editor@sealynews.com
What was originally just a routine traffic stop in San Felipe on Sunday turned into a high-speed chase that ended with a state trooper shooting the fleeing vehicle to stop it and wounding two passengers in the process. According to Det. JohnJay Portillo of the San Felipe Police Department – who
was not on the scene Sunday evening – an officer with his department attempted to stop a green colored car that failed to make a complete stop. The driver raced out of the town and onto Interstate 10 where he led officers from five agencies on a 70-mile chase that didn’t end until a trooper shot the vehicle when it started heading northbound in the southbound lanes on State
Highway 71 in Fayette County. “DPS (Department of Public Safety) Troopers had to take evasive action and discharge (a gun) at the vehicle,” Portillo said. The driver of the fleeing vehicle attempted to hit a Fayette County Deputy with his car as he raced northbound in the southbound lanes of Hwy. 71. The unnamed trooper shot
and critically wounded a female passenger in the head and neck area. A male passenger was shot in the leg. The driver, Alfred Singer, 40, of San Antonio, was not hit. “The vehicle was hit eight times when it came to a stop,” Portillo said. He said the woman was flown to a hospital in Austin where she remained in critical condition as of Tuesday. Singer was taken into cus-
tody by the San Felipe officer and then booked into Fayette County jail. Singer is facing three additional Evading Arrest charges out of Colorado County, Austin County and Fayette County. He had an open No Bond warrant for his arrest out of Bexar County for evading arrest in a motor vehicle. Portillo said the Texas Rangers are investigating the case.
TxDOT to make emergency repairs to damaged bridge
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Temporary signal lights allow for one-way traffic across the Hwy. 90 bridge over Hwy. 36 in Sealy. The bridge was damaged by an oversized load and will be repaired early next year by the Texas Department of Transportation.
The Texas Department of Transportation has announced plans to make emergency repairs to the U.S. 90 bridge crossing SH 36 in Sealy. The 78-year-old bridge suffered significant structural damage when an oversized cargo load struck the bottom of the bridge on Monday, Nov. 17. The load was being carried by an 18-wheeler traveling south on SH 36. TxDOT hopes to have a contractor in place by the end of February 2015. At this time, it is unknown how long the
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Start the holiday season by spending the day, Saturday Dec.13, at Washington on the Brazos State Historic Site. From 10 a.m.-8 p.m., modern and historic activities will be staged throughout the park. Independence Hall will host 19th century readings from some of our favorite Christmas literature at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m, and 3 p.m. The Star of the Republic Museum will host period crafts in the Discovery Room from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Music and merriment will surround the visitor center from 2.-6 p.m. Merchandise made by Texas artisans will be featured in the Washington Emporium gift shop and local Texas fare will be available for sampling and tasting. Take advantage of a self-serve photo opportunity with Santa who will have miniature horses standing in as his reindeer. Activities will begin to shift from the visitor center to Barrington Living History Farm for the evening event, Candlelight Christmas, which will be held from 5-8 p.m. The farm will be open from noon to 4 p.m. for standard tours and will reopen at 5
of light catches your eye and the dark erupts with gunfire and cheers. You have stumbled across a rowdy band of Texian revelers who welcome you into the 1850s. Walk the candlelit paths at Barrington Farm and experience a Texas Christmas in the decade before the Civil War. Learn the origin of some of our favorite holiday traditions as costumed interpreters bring to life the festivities of the season with musket fire, music, dancing, and more! Tour the historic home of the last president of the Republic, Dr. Anson Jones, as the family enjoys their Christmas gathering. Visit the farm’s quarters to hear how the slaves at
Barrington celebrated the season. Sip a hot cup of cider and cozy up to the fire. Christmas on the Brazos featuring Barrington’s Candlelight Christmas will be held Saturday, Dec. 13, at Washington on the Brazos State Historic Site off Hwy. 105 on FM 1155 between Brenham and Navasota. Email Barrington.Farm@tpwd. texas.gov or call 936878-2214 x 246 for reservations; for additional information, ask for Jessica. Please dress appropriately for the season and be prepared for the weather as the event will take place in an 1850s period setting with some events outdoors.
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Santa stopping for breakfast at state park Santa and his elves will be stopping at Stephen F. Austin State Park for breakfast on Dec. 13 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Join him for a breakfast of pancakes and sausage, fruit, juice and coffee provided by The Friends of Stephen F. Austin State Park. Children can bring their wish list to share with Santa and then enjoy a Holiday Nature Walk through beautiful nature trails. Bring a camera, as Santa would love for people to take a photos. Stay for the whole day and explore everything the park has to offer
including exciting ranger programs, hiking and biking, fishing, geocaching, picnicking and just plain relaxing in the great outdoors. Adults and children 10 and over are $5, children 3-9 are $4 and under 3 are free. Price includes park entry. Bring non-perishable food items and unwrapped toy donations for delivery to The Sealy Christian Food Bank. Financial proceeds help fund special projects in the park and support the mission of The Friends of Stephen F. Austin State Park.
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Door dedication The Rev. Ray Spitzenberger officiated at the dedication and blessing of new church doors, with Dorothy Hein beside him, at an outdoor ceremony Sunday, Nov. 30. The doors, exquisitely designed, were a gift from the Bill Hein family to the glory of God and in memory of Bill. Mr. Hein was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church for many years, serving in numerous positions, including Sunday school teacher, Sunday school superintendent and elder. "Bill would have been very pleased with the doors and the ceremony," Dorothy Hein said at the end of the Rite of Dedication.
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Apple Pie Day The sweet smell of apples and cinnamon coming from the Early Education building could only mean one thing – it was Apple pie day! The children read “The Apple Pie Tree” by Zoe Hall before making their very own apple pie. They enjoyed the treat for snack, then repeated their version of how to make a pie.
Pet of the Week Dear Santa, this is about the sixth letter I’ve written to you. I’ve been very good. I’ve been friendly and affectionate. I’m always happy and loving. I’m the nicest 10-year-old boxermix at the shelter, so won’t you see what you can do for me? Just tell folks to call Animal Friends Shelter at 979865-2525 and leave a message and ask for Buster.
POLICEREPORT The Sealy Police Department released a report of its activity for the period of Nov. 27-Dec. 4. Inclusion in the report does not implicate guilt of any crime. Officers dispatched to intersection of Schmidt and Harrison in reference to a traffic hazard. Officers dispatched to 2100 block of Meyer Street in reference to a civil matter. Officers located an abandoned vehicle at the 720 westbound exit ramp. Officers dispatched to the 400 block of Meyer Street in reference to an assault. Officers located a traffic hazard on Hwy. 90 East at Frydek Road. Officers made location in the 300 block of North Circle in reference to a possible fight in progress. Officers assisted medics at 310 Overcreek way. Officers dispatched to the 718 IH-10 eastbound in reference to a reckless driver. Officers dispatched to 1400 block of Silliman Street in reference to information. Officers dispatched to 700 block of Oleander Street in reference to an alarm. Officers dispatched to 1400 block of Eagle Lake Road in reference to a fire alarm. Officers arrived at 2200 block of South Meyer Street in reference to community policing. Officers dispatched to 1200 block of Atchison Street in reference to suspicious activity. Officers arrived at 1500 block of Eagle Lake Road in reference to community policing. Officers dispatched to 1700 block of South Meyer Street in reference to a crash. Officers dispatched to 2300 block of South Meyer Street in reference to found property. Officers dispatched to 400 block of Anderson Street in reference to a disturbance. Officers dispatched to the 720 IH-10 eastbound in reference to a crash. Officers dispatched to 1800 block of West Front Street in reference to assist a motorist. Officers dispatched to the 717 IH-10 eastbound in reference to a crash. Officers dispatched to 400 block of Main Street in reference to assist city personnel. Officers assisted another agency at the 713 IH-10 eastbound. Officers dispatched to 1700 block of Eagle Lake Road in reference to information.
Officers located suspicious activity in the 1400 block of north Meyer Street. Officers dispatched to FM 3013 in reference to a crash. Officers dispatched to 1400 block of Eagle Lake Road in reference to a fire. Officers dispatched to 600 block of north Fowlkes Street in reference to a 911 hang up. Officers dispatched to 200 block of Willow Street in reference to suspicious activity. Officers dispatched to the 718 IH-10 eastbound in reference to a crash. Officers dispatched to the 700 block of Fourth Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Officers dispatched to 1800 block of South Meyer Street in reference to a motorist assist. Officers dispatched to the 716 IH-10 eastbound in reference to a suspicious person. Officers dispatched to 1600 block of South Meyer Street in reference to a welfare concern. Officers dispatched to 1700 block of South Meyer Street in reference to a suspicious person. Officers dispatched to 1300 block of Shadowlake Drive in reference to a repossession. Officers dispatched to 400 block of Anderson in reference to a civil matter. Officers dispatched to 1400 block of Kathy Avenue in reference to an alarm. Officers dispatched to 600 block of Travis Street in reference to a disturbance. Officers dispatched to 310 Overcreek Way in reference to suspicious persons. Officers dispatched to 400 block of Frydek Road in reference to loose dogs. Officers dispatched to 1400 block of Quail
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Officers dispatched to the 720 IH-10 westbound in reference to a crash. Officers dispatched to 2300 block of South Meyer Street in reference to a disturbance. Officers dispatched to 1500 block of South Meyer Street in reference to suspicious activity. Officers dispatched to 1100 block of Frydek Road in reference to loud music. Officers dispatched to 100 block of North Fowlkes Street in reference to a burglary in progress that resulted in the arrest of Joseph Curlee for possession of dangerous drugs. Officers dispatched to 800 block of Hwy. 90 west in reference to a disturbance in progress that resulted in the arrest of Justin Smyth for three outstanding arrest warrants. Officers dispatched to 700 block of Nelson Street in reference to a burglary of a habitation. Officers dispatched to 2300 block of Ward Bend Road in reference to a burglary of a habitation. Officers dispatched to 200 block of north Meyer Street in reference to a request to speak with an officer. Officer located and redirected an 18-wheeler in the 100 block of Hill Street. Officers dispatched to
1700 block of Hwy. 90 west in reference to loud music. Officers dispatched to 200 block of Atchison Street in reference to a funeral escort. Officers dispatched to the 1400 block of Meyer Street in reference to a civil matter. Officers dispatched to 700 block of West Street in reference to loose dogs. Officers dispatched to
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The staff at Lifechek Drug fill some of the last orders at the pharmacy on Friday. Open since 2004, the pharmacy was recently sold to CVS and closed. All of the employees were moved to CVS and no jobs were lost.
Joe Bilski shares a laugh with friends at the Sealy Chamber of Commerce Christmas Mixer held Dec. 4 at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites.
Celebrating Christmas is all relative With Thanksgiving officially behind us now and Christmas fast approaching I thought it would be appropriate to pen a few words about the holiday season. I’m talking about the season of tinsel and Christmas lights, presents and shiny bows, holiday greetings and sappy Hallmark Christmas movies and of course family gatherings around the Christmas Tree. Yes, Christmas is upon us whether we like it or not and just like the leaves that change color in the fall, it will be here all at once and be gone again.
When I was kid, one of my most favorite memories was going to my grandparents’ house on Christmas Eve. My grandfather would often break out the old eight-millimeter films that he took of my mom and her brothers at Christmas from the 1940s and ’50s. These films were mostly in color, but didn’t have any sound to them. Of course my uncles, aunts, cousins and grandparents would provide the narration to each movie, so no sound was really necessary. Their comments usually included some lighthearted jabs at each other and some background into
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and Bellville St. Josephs Health Center. The event supported the premise of women getting screened on a regular basis for mammograms and pap smears because the earlier either cancer is found, the more curable it is. Those in attendance were emotionally moved by the testimonials that were shared by Alisa Taylor and Krisha Langton. The ladies not only shared how breast cancer impacted their lives but the importance of family and regular screenings.
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Library Christmas party On Saturday, Dec. 13, the Gordon Memorial Library will host its annual Christmas party. The party will be from 10 a.m. to noon, and each child will receive a gift bag that includes a free book. Cookies and punch will be provided. For more information, call the library at 979-885-7469.
Food distribution Sealy Christian Pantry SNAP and Groceries to Go will be held Monday Dec. 15, from 1-3 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 402 Atchison St. in Sealy. Distribution will be behind the church in the parking lot. Help is available for applying to for SNAP/ Children’s Medicaid/ TANF. Fore more information, call 832-369-9390.
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Holiday Fun for Everyone The Eagle Lake Chamber of Commerce will host “Holiday Fun for Everyone� Saturday, Dec. 13. The Christmas mall, food and live entertainment will start at 10 a.m. Throughout the day they will have games, tournaments, pageants and a chili cook-off. The parade will start at 6:45 p.m. and free pictures with Santa will follow the parade. For more information, visit www.visiteaglelake.com.
Family Breakfast with Santa Stephen F. Austin State Park will host Family Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Dec. 13. Santa and his elves will stop for breakfast of pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice and coffee at 8:30 to 11 a.m. Kids under 3 will be free, 9 and under $4 and 10 and up and adults $5. Visitors are also encouraged to bring non-perishable for items or unwrapped toy donation for delivery tot he Sealy Christian Food Pantry. For more information, visit www.friendsofsfaso.org.
Santa Claus will be at All Around Cowboy Church on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited. The church is located at 5812 Crosstree Lane, halfway between Sealy on Bellville on Hwy. 36. For more information, call 97-8851155.
A service of Christmas healing First United Methodist Church, 200 Atchison, will hold a special Worship Service of Healing Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. to help people move from “feeling blue� to experiencing the hope and wonder of Christmas. For more information, call 979885-2223 or visit fumcsealy.org.
Chicken dinner fundraiser On Dec. 21, the Knights of Columbus barbecue chicken dinner will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., drive thru only, at the Sealy KC Hall.
Chapter of Texas Master Naturalist The Gideon Lincecum Chapter is conducting its 2015 certification course beginning January 2015. Most classes will be at Winedale Meadows Education Center near Round Top. The course is a 40-hour training program. Expert and talented specialists and educators will teach several topics, including Texas ecoregions, native fauna and flora, and natural resources management focusing on our region of Austin, Colorado, Fayette, Lee and Washington counties. Register at txmn.org/glc or call Cindy Rodibaugh at 979-382-4028.
Gently used items needed The Sealy American Legion is in need of gently used shower chairs, bathtub transfer benches, elevated commode seats, four-wheeled seated walkers, wheelchairs, walkers, reachers, and canes of all kinds. Sealy’s American Legion has served the Sealy community in this outreach program for many years. They lend the above-mentioned items out for the length of time needed. Gently used items can be dropped off Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at First Texas Home Health, located at 324 Meyer Street, in Sealy.
Texas VFW The Sealy Post 5601 of the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars meets the second Monday of each month at the Hill Center
in Sealy at 7 p.m. All war veterans are invited to attend. Get more information at www.texasvfw.org.
Foster families needed in county As the calls regarding child abuse and neglect increase, foster families are needed for foster children. Information meetings are held on a monthly basis in the Houston region. For more information call 713-394-4234 or go to www.dfps,state,tx. us/Adoption_and Foster_ Care/get_Started/ Information_Meetings/.
Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity of Austin County would like to partner with a family to build a small, low-cost home in Sealy. Qualified families must be able to help build the home and to repay the zero interest mortgage. The home will be two bedrooms with one bath. Applications are available at the Library and the Chamber of Commerce and include information about income guidelines and other criteria. For more information contact Habitat at 979-865-2855.
Mentor volunteers needed Raising Academic Performance (RAP) is in need of mentors for Sealy ISD students. These students are 5-18 years old and are seen by mentors from 30 minutes to one hour per week. Mentors encourage students to do better in school, have fun
with them and help equip them for life by being positive role models. We provide training and ongoing support. Make a positive impact on a child’s life by becoming a mentor. Please call Michelle Maderer at 281-9482527 or email mmaderer1@yahoo.com.
Sealy Playtime Sealy Playtime is being offered for Sealy and area “seasoned� adults every Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hill Community Center in Sealy. There are games including dominos, checkers, Scrabble, Clue and many board games. There’s also free coffee, iced tea, hot tea, hot chocolate or bottled water. There is no charge to Sealy residents ages 62 and older, however, donations are encouraged and appreciated. For more information, call Frank Lemanski at 979716-8996.
Seniors, RSVP wants you! Help mentor a child, feed the hungry, help the abused and neglected, learn disaster preparedness, and prevent Medicare fraud with RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program). This is a non-profit organization serving Austin, Colorado and Waller counties. With RSVP, you receive orientation, training from the organization where you serve and an invitation to the annual Celebration of Volunteerism event. Volunteer as little as a
one hour a month and up to 40 hours a week. There is no cost to volunteer with RSVP. For more information about volunteering, call Mary Martin, (979) 398-9549 or email mmartin@erjcchouston. org.
Masonic Lodge The San Felipe Masonic Lodge No. 239 meets every third Thursday at 7:30 p.m., at 1224 Eagle Lake Road. For more information, call 8856203 or go online to www.sanfelipe239.org.
Alzheimer’s caregiver support The Alzheimer’s Association of Houston and Southeast Texas will sponsor Alzheimer’s Caregivers support group meetings. The meetings will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church at 311 Sixth St. in Sealy. The group will help caregivers understand Alzheimer’s, cope with changes and learn to manage everyday life. For more information, contact Eric LeBrocq at (713) 398-8200.
Free lawyer time Visit with a lawyer at Newman’s Bakery in Bellville every Saturday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Sponsored by the Austin County Bar Association.
AA meetings Alcoholics Anonymous meets Mondays at 7 p.m. and Fridays at 8 p.m. at St. John Episcopal Church, Hwy. 36 and 6th Street.
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Pictured clockwise from top left: Bailey Blezinger is Miss Fantasy, Jax Barclay meets with Santa, dancers perform at the main stage, Edwin Pattum blows snow for sledding, Katherine Perryman inflates a balloon to shape, and Brayton Beam puts a pie in the face of Jason Luckett.
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FANTASY continued from Page 1 dromedary named Gunther. “He was born in the Bronx Zoo in New York,” said his owner, Kim Finley, who raises three of the beasts and other animals on a ranch outside of Cleveland. She said she never gets tired of the happiness the animals bring to people. “The enjoyment of the children is something special,” she said. The Kid’s Fantasy area included bounce houses, arts and crafts, face painting, balloon creations and visits with Santa Claus. The Main Stage featured a wide array of entertain-
ment from various singers to dance groups and more. There were giant inflatable balls that people could climb in and roll around. Cub Scout Pack 443 operated a popular pie-throwing booth and LifeBridge Community Church ran a Christmas photo booth. In addition to the activities in the park, the Sealy Historical Society held a Home Tour, featuring five homes in the area. In conjunction with both events was the 100th anniversary celebration of the Liedertafel Hall. The weekend began with some friendly com-
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She's in the Senate now Garnering just over 55 percent of the vote, Lois Kolkhorst won the special election for the State Senate District 18 seat on Saturday. The Brenham Republican and current State Representative easily defeated two other Republicans and two Democrats in the fiveway race to fill the unexpired term of Glenn Hegar, who resigned the post after winning the state comptroller seat in the Nov. 4 election. “I’m excited to work with my colleagues in the State Senate, The Sealy News/JOE SOUTHERN G o v e r n o r - E l e c t State Rep. Lois Kolkhorst does some election day campaigning (Greg) Abbott, and with Glen Whitehead of Sealy. Kolkhorst won election to the Lt. Governor-Elect Senate District 18 seat vacated by Glenn Hegar when he was Dan Patrick in the elected state comptroller in November. A special election will be next legislative sesheld soon to fill Kolkhorst's now vacant seat.
sion,” she said. “We have an opportunity to have the most conservative session in recent history, responding to the demand of the voters of Texas. I cannot thank the voters of District 18 enough. I’m truly humbled by the results.” Of the 39,200 votes cast in the election, Kolkhorst won 21,833 of them, followed by Fort Bend County Republican Gary Gates with 13,414, Democrat Cindy Drabek with 1,900, Democrat Christian Hawkins at 1,275 and Republican Charles Gregory at 778. Kolkhorst avoids a runoff election by earning more than 51 percent of the vote.
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100 continued from Page 1 to come early to the Liedertafel due to the abundance of beer. “This place was absolutely packed at 6:15,” he said.
He said young men were often drawn to the dance hall by the appearances of beauty queens such as Miss Texas or her first runner-up. Musicians have included the likes of Tommy Sands, B.J. Thomas and the Triumphs, and the Browns. “The biggest thing was once a week on-thespot gambling, and it was legal in Texas here,” he said. The Liedertafel was built in 1914 and in 1945 the hall sold for $3,000 to the Sealy Volunteer Fire Department. About 50 years later the building was donated to the Sealy Area Historical Society. Remodeling efforts began at that time and then in 2006 the building was donated to the City of Sealy. Bill Ripple said at one point the building was in such poor shape it was suggested someone “throw a match on this thing and go home.” He said fundraising efforts proved successful, especially when matching grants became involved from different groups. Eventually more then $200,000 was raised and the Liedertafel was refurbished. Zapalac honored several of the firefighters where were present for the ceremony including Charles Wendt, Melvin Schmidt, James Schmidt, Howard Bear, Daniel Kulow and Perry Strauss. He called on Carolyn Zapalac to cut the birthday cake. City Manager Chris Coffman thanked the many donors and volunteers who made the celebration possible and then led in the singing of Happy Birthday to the building. Sealy News Publisher Karen Lopez, who headed the anniversary committee, said she was grateful for the response from the public. “We appreciate everyone that came out to celebrate with us and we want you to know that our day was more special because you were there with us,” she said. “To my committee – THANK YOU!” she added. “I will always be grateful for all that you have done to help with this wonderful event.”
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Shrimp DeJonghe Bites $2.92 per serving at ALDI Recipe Courtesy of Chef Alyssa, ALDI Test Kitchen Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 8 1 1/2 cups San Zenone Bianco wine 1 cup Countryside Creamery Unsalted Butter, divided 1 head garlic, minced 1 teaspoon Stonemill Essentials Iodized Salt 1 teaspoon Stonemill Essentials Ground Black Pepper 12 ounces Sea Queen Jumbo Easy Peel Raw Shrimp, thawed and peeled
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Wed. 7 p.m (979) 885-1953 SEALY CHURCH OF CHRIST 201 Sixth at Fowlkes, 885-3277 David Massey, Min. S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. 7 p.m. CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTERDAY SAINTS THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 600 West, 885-6023 Jose Robles, Min. S.S. 11:20 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m. EPISCOPAL ST. JOHN'S EPISCOPAL Meyer at Sixth Street, 885-2359 The Rev. Eric LeBrocq, Pastoral Leader Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. LUTHERAN LifeBridge Community Church Pastor Jonathan Brandenburg Sealy Junior High Auditorium 939 Tiger Ln. Fellowship at 9:15 a.m. Worship Service at 10 a.m. ST. JOHN AMERICAN (ELCA) LUTHERAN Corner of Rogers and Third, Wallis Rev. Kirstin Springmeyer W.S. 9 a.m. with communion the first Sunday of the month ST. JOHN LUTHERAN 520 North Holland St., Bellville Rev. Andrew Bell, 865-2081 S.S. 9:15 a.m.; W.S. 8 & 10:30 a.m. Sat. 6 p.m. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN (ELCA) Cat Spring Kevin Haug, Min. W.S. 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, MISSOURI SYNOD Wallis Ray Spitzenberger, Min. S.S. 10:15 a.m.; W.S. 9 a.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN, MISSOURI SYNOD 4th & Atchison Sts., 885-2211 Rev. Gilbert Frankie, Min. S.S. 9:05 a.m.; W.S. 10:15 a.m. METHODIST COLE’S CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST 438 San Felipe Rd., Sealy Steffon Arrington, Min., 8853182 Second and Fourth Sunday S.S. 9:45 a.m.; W.S. 11 a.m. Wed. 7 p.m. DOWNEY-WESLEY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST 5158 Front St., San Felipe Steffon Arrington, Min., 9950434 S.S. 9:45 a.m.; W.S. 1st & 3rd Sun. 11 a.m. EVANS CHAPEL AME 7115 Marek Rd., Wallis Angela Powell, Min., 532-3752 S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 11 a.m. 2nd & 4th Sun. Wed. 6:30 p.m. FIRST UNITED METHODIST 200 Atchison, Sealy Rev. Curtis Matthys, Min., 8852223 S.S. 9 a.m.; W.S. 8 & 10 a.m. ORCHARD UNITED METHODIST Rev. Pamela Jackson, W.S. 9 a.m. PARKER CHAPEL AME 21107 Hwy. 36 S., Wallis Angela Powell, Min., 532-3752 W.S. 1st & 3rd Sun. 11 a.m. PRAIRIE VIEW AME 4806 Fannin St., San Felipe, 885-2172 Alma Phillips, Min. S.S. 9 a.m.; 2nd & 4th Sun. 10 a.m. Wed. 2nd & 4th 7:30 p.m. SAN FELIPE UNITED METHODIST HOME COMFORT SYSTEMS Innovation never felt so good.™
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Rev. Jeffrey Davidson FM 1458 & 2nd Street (979) 885-4003 W.S. 10 a.m. ST. PAUL AME 400 San Felipe Rd. Alma Phillips, Min. S.S. 9:45 a.m.; W.S. 1st & 3rd Sun. 11 a.m. Wed. 6 p.m. WALLIS UNITED METHODIST 123 Birch Wallis, Texas 234-2112 Ric Walters, Min., 281-3848437 W.S. 10:30 a.m. PENTECOSTAL BROOKSHIRE TABERNACLE UNITED PENTECOSTAL 5th and Otto Samuel T. Taylor, Min. W.S. 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Tues. 10 a.m.; Wed. 7:30 p.m. NEW LIFE SANCTUARY UNITED PENTECOSTAL 129 2nd Street, Sealy (979) 627-7194 (832) 876-9011 Martin Villarreal, Min. S.S. 10:30 a.m.; W.S. 11:30 a.m. End Time Ministries Irvin Baxter DVD's Wed. 7:30 p.m PRESBYTERIAN FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 172 Selman Drive. S.S. 9 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m. www.firstpresbyterian.org OTHER ALL AROUND COWBOY 5812 Crosstree Lane at Hwy. 36 North Sonny Rice, Min., 885-1155 S.S. 9 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wed. 7 p.m. CHRIST OUR REDEEMER Faith Christian Academy, 9 mi. south of Hwy. 36 Jerry C. & Debbie McKinney, Mins. W.S. 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. CHRISTIAN CITY FELLOWSHIP 5243 Hwy. 36 N. Rusty Griffin, Min., 979-8853113 S.S. 9 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m., Wed. 7 p.m. GRACE BIBLE 707 W. Main, Bellville Wayne Martin, Min. S.S. 9:15 a.m.; W.S. 10:30 a.m. MILL CREEK Church Pastor Monte Byrd 631 S. Mechanic, Bellville 865-8064 www.millcreekchurch.org S.S. 9:30 a.m.; W.S. 10 a.m. MORNING STAR COWBOY 398 Hall Rd. at Hwy. 36 N. Harry Brisco, Min. 8650361/277-5988 W.S. 10 a.m. Wed. 7 p.m. MT. NEBO COMMUNITY 103 Main St., 885-6651 J. Swearington, Min. S.S. 9:45 a.m.; W.S. 11 a.m. Wed. 7 p.m. NELSONVILLE BRETHREN CHURCH 352 Nelsonville Church Road in Bellville Rev. Michael Groseclose (979) 865-3026 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Worship Service THE SHEPHERD’S WAY 1225 Eagle Lake Rd., 885-1225 Frank Lucas, Min. W.S. 10 a.m. Wed. 7 p.m. NEW DAY DELIVERANCE CHURCH On campus at Willow River Farms 4073 FM 3318 in San Felipe 281-770-9328 Sunday fellowship 8-11 a.m. Sunday service at 9:15 a.m. Rev. Anthony R. Dabney, Jr.
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SEALY, TX 77474
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Grace Fellowship Manifesting God’s Love to those in need Tony Ramos, Senior Pastor Temporarily Meeting at Knesek Funeral Chapel Sunday 10:15 am 1140 Meyer St. Sealy, 979-977-4433 Pastory Tony (281) 702-5602 Watch for us at our Future Home 1500 Rexville Road
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KO’s ELECTRIC
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KNIGHT INSURANCE AGENCY 413-B Meyer Street Sealy, Tx 77474 Bus: (979) 885-3430 Toll Free: (888) 885-0306 Fax: (979) 885-3431 sknight@farmersagent.com
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Attorney
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• Criminal Defense • Personal Injury • Family Law • Wills/Probate
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281-703-5295 Sealy, Texas
Glass & Mirror
Commercial • Residential 5630 Coody Lane P.O. Box 1434 • Sealy, TX 77474
Home Improvement
DUNN WRIGHT Home Improvement
Betty Garza, Owner/Stylist Full Service Unisex Salon • Nail Services Se Habla Espaùol • Late Appointments Available
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“Fifth Cut Free� We accept all major credit cards
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Sealy, Texas
Clearing • Pad Sites Driveways • Culverts
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Printing
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Gift Mon-Sat 10am-6pm CertiďŹ cates Appt. & Walk-Ins Welcome Available
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Serving our Hometown of Sealy. –– Simon 832-723-2915 • Jesse 832-452-6434 ––
5160 Franz Rd. Ste. G Katy, TX 77493 281-391-2006
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Our Year-End Clearance Sale with Discounts on ALL 2014 Models Ranging from $10,000-30,000 Brand New 2014 Double wides starting at $45,000 Brand New 2014 Single wides starting at $25,900 Factory Direct Pricing • Best in Texas Ready to Move-in Homes Available
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*$10,000 minimum balance required to earn the advertised Annual Percentage Yield (APY). Must be a new money deposit from funds not deposited with our bank required to obtain the rate. If requirements are not met, the Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is 0.90% (APY) 18 month CD, APY is 0.85% on 12 month CD. Substantial penalty for early withdrawal. APY accurate as of 11/18/2014. Rates are subject to change. Fees could reduce earnings on the account. Accounts are subject to approval.
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Sealy ER is looking for motivated individuals to provide excellent and courteous healthcare for patients at our 24 hour Emergency room