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told deputies she had been at her nearby church in the 2500 block of Eldridge Road near the Barrington Place subdivision when three Hispanic males in a red truck stopped and forced her into the truck. Haenel said the girl
said she was fighting the kidnappers and eventually they threw her out of the moving truck on rural Mason Road when she was discovered by
Volume XXXV • No. 18 Wednesday, December 19, 2012
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The 23rd Annual Meadows Place Christmas Memories in the Park took place on December 7. This yearly event is a favorite tradition among residents and visitors from all over. Of course, the highlight of the evening was the arrival of Santa Claus. Mark McGrath Park was turned into a winter wonderland, kicking off the holiday season and spirits. Shown are Mr. and Mrs. Claus and officer Kelly Davis (on right) and Lynn Dottei.
Photo by Randy Kozlovsky
New Richmond Mayor Evalyn Moore, sworn in by Fort Bend Commissioner Richard Morrison.
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By Elsa Maxey Whether you are in favor
of red light cameras in Sugar Land or not, ignoring the fine will end up costing the offender, more than likely the owner of the vehicle, $100. City spokesperson Doug Adolph reports that “failure to pay the civil penalty within 45 days after receipt of this notice of violation shall result in the imposition of a late-payment fee
of $25 per state law.” The fine is $75. Notices are sent within 30 days of an offense with payment options and instructions on how to appeal the violation.
But, that’s not what H.R. Van Der Grinten, who lives in Sugar Land’s extra territorial jurisdiction and is the Founder of Houston Coalition Against Red Light Cameras, is concerned about these days. He continues getting signatures on a petition so that a measure
Past due red light camera fines are $100, but collection agency used by city alleged to be false
will go before voters letting them decide whether to continue to operate the cameras. Procedures for cities choosing to use red light cameras came from the state, and the Texas Department of Transportation also addresses installation and operational requirements, including contracting with a vendor. In Sugar Land, it’s American Traffic
What’s Going Up? - Tower of Intrigue
Construction of a new Sugar Land water tower near University and Southwest Frwy.
By Denise Monroe
For weeks we have been watching a large cylindrical structure being built along US 59 near University Blvd. As the days went by one concrete ring was added, then another and another. It soon became obvious it was beginnings of a tower of some sort.
Due to the size and odd means of construction the rest of it was a mystery. Water tower? Rather big for a water tower. Observatory tower? Too many lights around for that. Entrance monument for a new development? A strange shape, but it could work. Ah! A revolving restaurant atop a tower to overlook Sugar Land! Now there is an awesome idea!
But then a giant metal flower started to emerge from the bottom taking on a whole new point of interest. What is it, and why is it on the ground? Alas! We find out!
It is indeed a water tower being built in a very unique way. Although it is an industry standard for Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, we are generally
not accustomed to seeing a water tower built in this manner. According to Chris Steubing, City Engineer for Sugar Land, it is the first of its kind in the city. It is a composite tower made of large concrete rings for the base and a welded steel bulb.
The interesting concept is that when the steel bulb is 75 % complete, it will be hoisted 18 inches at a time to the top of the base to be locked and welded into place and will
By LeaAnne Klentzman
A Special Crime Alert has been issued by Crime Stoppers for information on three men involved in the kidnapping of a 13 year old girl from a Sugar Land church.
Late Monday afternoon Sheriff’s spokesman Bob Haenel said, “Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the subjects involved in an Aggravated Kidnapping case in the Sugar Land area.”
Haenel said on December 9, 2012 at about 7:30 Sheriff’s deputies were called to the 2200 block of Mason Road near West Airport just outside of the city of Sugar Land where a 13-year-old kidnapping victim had been found. The youngster
Teen kidnapped from local church
Suspect
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To be or not to be – world to end Friday just like Mayan calendar?
When this Friday rolls around, does this mean we’re out of time just like the Mayan calendar? Developed by the ancient civilization of Mayans, the calendar represents the beginning of time based on a religious point and it ends on Dec. 21, 2012. Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert, county District Clerk Dianne Wilson and the Star’s General Manager Michael Fredrickson all factor into the importance of this date.
By Elsa Maxey What do you believe? The
ancient civilization of Mayans developed a calendar from a beginning point that ends this Friday, Dec. 21. Does it mean this marks the end of time? Many scientists say that it won’t be the end of the world as we know, but there will be another winter solstice. It occurs when the sun reaches its most southerly declination of a certain number of degrees and the North Pole is tilted that same number of degrees away from the sun. There are others that say that not only is there going to be a December solstice, but this is the point in the earth's orbit when it gets the closest to the sun.
A website dedicated to topics associated with the date refers to a Mayan pole shift theory. That’s when the north and south poles shift, meaning that this will impact global weather changes.
Historians say that the Mayans’ Dec. 21, 2012 “fifth creation” completely ending their calendar, the Hopi Indians, Nostradamus, the bible and others all point to what can be interpreted as predictions about the
Meadows Place Celebrates
Some days it just all comes together.
Recently, the Pecan Grove area has seen an increase in residential burglaries and other crimes ….’Tis the season and all. However, on Monday some impressive teamwork, and ….just dumb luck resulted in the arrest and acrobatics of a Houston area suspect.
The call dropped early Monday afternoon as a home
By LeaAnne Klentzman
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In a public ceremony at Richmond City Hall, Evayln Wendt Moore was sworn in as
Richmond's new mayor at 4 p.m. Monday. Moore will serve the unexpired term of her late
Evalyn Moore sworn in as Richmond MayorCivic leader honored to serve city
husband Hilmar G. Moore, who served as the mayor for 63 years and was America's longest serving mayor in office. The ceremony marked a new historical path for the city as Moore becomes the first woman mayor to serve. The term expires in May 2014.
Fort Bend County Commissioner of Precinct One Richard Morrison presided as she took the oath on a Bible that had belonged to her husband and was read each night. It was gifted by his older son, Hilmar Moore, Jr.
"I'm very honored to be serving our city," said Moore. "I'm
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Hope, Joy, and Faith expressed in Quail Valley Garden Club Holiday Lighting Winners . . . and if you’re puzzled how Faith is expressed with the Candy Cane theme of Faith Winners Fred & Leslie Gegen, you’ll want to visit our website or drive by 3110 Robinson Road to get “the rest of the story” as well as view the Winners of Hope, Robert and Joyce Sisti of 3615 Elms Court; Joy Winners Peter and Tracie Rothe of 3514 Golden Tee Lane.
Honorable Mentions in Faith category are James and Judy Shoemake of 3202 Robinson Road; Hope, Oscar and Maria Romero of 2714 Oakmont; Joy, Valerie Langdon of 3130 Millbrook. Holidays lights are observed by various faith-based groups during the winter solstice.
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Auditions were held November 13 for the regions 4A and 5A schools and George Ranch High School in the LCISD had two students who qualified.
Abby Platt was chosen for the clarinet section. Elise Lasker was chosen for the oboe section.
The All Region Orchestra performed at Dulles High School November 17.
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Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to people of good will.
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ABOUNDING JOY!Celebrate Christmas at St. Laurence Catholic Church
Fr. Santy Kurian, Fr. Drew Wood (pastor) and Fr. Tom Hawxhurst of St. Laurence Catholic Church in Sugar Land.
ABOUNDING JOY!Celebrate Christmas at St. Laurence Catholic Church
First United Methodist Church Missouri City is blessed and honored to serve our community through our worship, our mission work, our many ministries and more. We look forward to continuing to serve during 2013.
On Friday, December 21 at 7 p.m., “A Service for the Longest Night” will be held in The Chapel of the Resurrection. This service provides an opportunity for the community to gather in love to celebrate God’s mercy and grace while supporting those who are in grief from the loss of a loved one. All are welcome to attend.
Christmas Eve activities will begin Monday, December 24 in the Sanctuary at 5 p.m. with a worship service designed for families with young children. Children are encouraged to dress as their favorite Nativity character as the story of Jesus’ birth is reenacted by them during this service. At 5 & 11 p.m.
First United Methodist Church Missouri Citycelebrates Christmas with special Servicesand four Christmas Eve Services
blessed to know the reason for the holiday – it is really a ‘holy day’. It is really about Christ: Christ with us, Christ among us, Christ one of us. We will never be the same again.”
Masses will be celebrated in the church, located at the intersection of Sweetwater Boulevard and Austin Parkway, on Christmas Eve at 4:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 9:00 p.m., and 12:00 Midnight. (An “overflow Mass” will begin at 4:15 p.m., across the street at the Religious Education Center.) On Christmas Day, Masses will be offered in the church at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 12:00 Noon.
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Rejoice! Today is born our Savior, Christ the Lord!
Candlelight Communion service will take place in The Chapel of the Resurrection with Worship featuring the Chancel Choir also being held at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
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PARKWAY LAKES – Stunning Showcase Home w/up to $35,000 of Upgrades! Spacious formals, great for entertaining. Open concept floorplan! Kitchen w/lg. island, granite countertops & SS appliances. Large family room w/ fireplace & stone accent. Tile floors - looks like 5’’ slat hand scraped hardwood! Lg. master bedrm & bath w/granite countertops. Oversized back patio. Hg. backyard, plenty of room for a pool & children’s play area. Also has a 10x12 storage shed. 3 car tandem garage. Tankless water heater & much more! $229,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM7722EL)
TELFAIR – Absolutely Stunning 4/3.1/3 Tandem Home in Desired Telfair! Soaring Ceilings, Spiraling Staircase w/Wrought Iron Accent, Lg. Arched Windows, Double Crown Molding, 2’’ Blinds & 18’’ Tile Flooring. Gourmet Style Kitchen w/Granite counters & Tiled Back Splash, Center Island, Dark Cherry Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Pantry, Butler’s Pantry & SS Appliance Package. Master Bedrm. w/3-sided gas Log Fireplace & Sitting Area. Lg. Upstairs Gamerm. Back Yard Overlooks Greenbelt & Water, Fabulous for Entertaining! $475,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM1902CA)
RIVERSTONE – Gorgeous Wilshire hm w/tall brick archway & peaked roofs greets you & your guests w/this fabulous archtechtual stunningly designed hm inside & out. Grand 2-stry foyer, flanked by formals w/plantation shutters & arched windows. Frm. Living w/french doors or study. Open concept family rm w/a wall of windows over looking cov. patio. Gourmet kit. w/gas range & stainless steel appls. Exec.Master suite down & 2nd bedrm. Perfect for guests/nursery. Media rm, gamerm & computer nook. No bkyd.neighbors $310,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM5419BS)
COMMONWEALTH PARK – Lovely 4/3.5/2det. + study home w/grand brick column entry. 9’ceilings on 1st floor. Soaring 2 story foyer w/new(6/11)20’’ porcelain tile. Bamboo wood floors. Lg. island kit. w/new(6/11)granite countertops & new(6/11) 20’’ porcelain tile floor. Spacious master ste w/a view of the wooded backyd. Hg. master bath w/2 walk-in closets. Ex.lg. upstairs gamerm. No backyd neighbors. Slate patio. New roof (3/2011). Fresh int.paint & recent carpet. Ext. AC units ‘03. Water Heater ‘11. Cul-de-sac street. $319,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM3739SB)
GREATWOOD STONEBRIDGE – Don’t miss out on this fabulous 2-story w/master suite down w/exec. bath sep. shower & whirlpool tub, lg. walk-in closet w/buit-ins all showing pride of ownership. New int. paint & laminate wood style flooring downstairs (4/12). Tile floors in Kit., breakfast & baths. Gas range & oven. Breakfast bar & open kit./liv. room concept. Corner fireplace w/walls of windows overlooking oversized cul-de-sac lot, deck & childrens playfort. Swing loaded garage w/window & auto. opener. Huge upstairs gamerm. $207,500 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM9139ST)
THE HIGHLANDS – Come see this wonderfully updated & upgraded home in the highly sought after area. (Low taxes, easy access to highways, schools, shopping, parks, pools & other amenities.)This home has been greatly updated in the last couple of months-speckled frieze carpeting, light tan neutral paint in/out, roof, light fixtured, tile flring, dishwasher, some water faucets & gorgeous hardwood flooring. This house features 2 master bedrms 1 up/1 down. High vaulted ceilngs. Gamerm up. Master down w/sitting area.. $187,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM1911SF)
SUGARWOOD – Beautifully Updated Home in Sugarwood. Shows like a Model, a must see! Open concept floor plan. Spacious formals, great for entertaining. Kitchen offers rich Granite countertops, stone tile backsplash, Stainless Steel appliance package. Family room with fireplace & wet bar. Master suite down. Gameroom which could be 5th bedroom. 2 car det. garage with extra lighting & A/C window unit. Great location & terrific schools! Don’t miss this one. $248,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM2718RT)
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The Virginia Mack TeamABR, CBR, CRS, GRI, HALL of Fame,
GREATWOOD FOREST – Grand Stately Executive Perry on Lg. cul-de-sac street. No back neighbors! Extra designer touches include fluted & crown moldings, tons of built-ins, lg. 18’’ tile floors & recent paint, new shower, updated kitchen w/granite countertops, 5 burner thermador pop up cooktop on lg. island. SS dishwasher & microwave. Open concept w/wall of windows overlooking 2 decks recently stained,one with pergola cover w/ceiling fan by huge sparking pool, w/extra green space. Extra lighting, sprkler system & alarm $355,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM7934AT)
COMMONWEALTH PARK – Come see this Spectacular Home located on a oversize culdesac lot that backs to a greenbelt w/lush landscaping a huge lap pool & decking. Private patio w/raised brick planter fabulous for entertaining. This spacious updated & upgraded home has a to die for kit. w/bullnosed granite countertops updated appls. 20’’tile flooring on the diagonal. Lg. breakfast area w/builtin butlers pantry. New light tan speckled frieze carpet & int paint(5/12). Hardwood flrs. in For. Din. Upgraded Master bath. $418,710 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM35PE)
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10923 MENAGGIO CT.Lakes of BeLLa Terra
4/3.5/2: Cul de sac location w/ brick and stone stucco elevation. Barely lived in home. Nell Osborn $282,000
9011 LADY LAURA LN.royaL Lakes esTaTes
4/3.5/3: One story property on large wooded lot w/newly added covered/extended patio.Mike Martin $372,500
2428 HARTLEDGE RD.h and TC ry3/2.5/2 dream acreage, house, pool, pond, cabana, bunk house, barns, pasture.Mike Martin $575,000
3603 CALEB LN.sienna PLanTaTion
5/3.5/2: New granite kitchen counters & new master bath. Golf course community. Mike Martin $255,000
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3/2.5/2: Hardwoods on 1st floor & granite in kitchen. Master suite downstairs w/sitting area.Nell Osborn $232,500
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713-828-9007RE/MAX Fine Properties281-265-5533 • Each Office Independently Owned & Operated
LAKE OLYMPIA BEAUTY!5/3 ½ /2, tree-lined cul-de-sac with beautiful big homes. Hardwood entry, Huge master down, island kitchen, Corian counters & seamless sink; gameroom up, deck, storm windows & doors, replaced roof, carpet, tile, stainless appliances incl.double ovens (convection & gas) plus warmer oven! Great pantry & laundry. ONLY $248,500, over 3500sf. (415WP)
QUAIL VALLEY TOWNHOUSE3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2-story living area, formal dining, screened-in porch. 2 car garage, citrus trees. Excellent closet space. Storm door in front faces courtyard. $84,900; $200/mo maintenance for water/sewer, trash pickup & building exterior. 1843 sf per tax rolls. Pool & clubhouse. Walk to new city center athletic facility & golf club.(2915CA)
QUAIL VALLEYIN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS. Beautifully landscaped 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath with huge living area, formal dining & a fabulous enclosed sunroom looking out to the gorgeous back yard. Accent lighting front & back. Updated kitchen with tile, granite, appliances, huge master down with great bath, separate study. Huge upstairs bedrooms with added study area. $184,900. Quiet street, ready for move-in. (3826PV)
HOMES FOR THE HOLIDAYS
LAKE OLYMPIA5/4.5/3 • $399,900
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Realtors • List your homes “For Sale” • Your home could be advertised here!ATTENTION:
EXOTIC ISLE • Great 2 story private retreat on Colorado River 7 miles from Intercoastal & 14 miles from gulf. Incredible river view, gorgeous screened in deck, pier & cleaning table, bulkhead just repaired. Huge gameroom, mud room, extra bdrm & bathroom down. Master, kitchen, living up for view. Appliances & most furniture stay. Also golf cart. 45A island w/15 homes, full time caretaker. Pool, never flooded. Quiet peaceful unique!! $325,000. Call Barb Montgomery 713-898-3938.
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NEW TERRITORY • Large lovely well kept 2 story plantation home in a cul-de-sac. Large yard w/no back neighbors. Storage shed stays. 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths. Gameroom up & master down. Tile in all downstairs except for master bedroom. Kitchen has avanza, gas range, ref. Stays. Is open to family room-- high celings everywhere-- ceiling fans galore. Don’t miss this inviting home in a desirable school district!! $2,350 per month . Call Barb Montgomery 713-898-3938.
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SUGAR CREEK • Gorgeous updated one story patio home on the golf course. Home is larger than tax records show as a room as been added on the back which opens to main living area. Master bath redone, wet bar, kitchen totally redone, granite & stainless. Hardwood floors except sunroom & bedrooms. Open, light & bright. Atruim in entrance, great home for entertaining! Patio off kitchen, study could be 3rd bedroom. Really pretty home!! Really nice view!! Don’t miss it!!! $309,000. Call Barb Montgomery 713-898-3938.
SIENNA PLANTATION • large 5 bedroom home on a quiet street in Sienna. Beautiful interior with extensive hardwood floors, private backyard with covered patio. Great for cookouts and entertaining. Bring that large family! Many upgrades. See floor plans and upgrade list.. $337,788. Call Brooks Simmons to see!!!! 713-502-8905
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SIENNA PLANTATION • immaculate Trendmaker home located on the #7 Fairway of Sienna Plantation Golf Course. Tenderly lived in this home has all the upgrades. Recent appliances, ceiling fans, and hardwood floors. Balcony offers magnificent views and numerous fruit trees in backyard. Create your own paradise. $409,323. Call Brooks Simmons to see!!!! 713-502-8905
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SIENNA PLANTATION • custom home located in one of Sienna’s nicest neighborhoods. Kids can walk to highly ranked Scanlan Oaks Elem. And play safely in the secluded area. This is a custom home built by Shawn Regan when he was with Terramark. Shawn has since formed regan custom homes and does some of the finest custom home building in the Houston area. This impressive home is situated on a 1/3 acre lot and has a backyard paradise with 2 covered porches, outdoor kitchne, and fantastic landscaping. $495,000. Call Brooks Simmons to see!!!! 713-502-8905
SIENNA PLANTATION: Stunning 2-Story Home situated on #3 Fairway of Golf Course offers Private Study, Wood Flrs, Remodeled Island Kitchen w/ Granite, High Ceiling, and Much More! 4/3.1/3A $247,500. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (3415PO)
VENETIAN ESTATES: Beautifully Renovated 1-Story Home situated on Gorgeous Water Lot on Private Cul-de-sac Complete w/Boat Dock & Sparkling Pool. $96K Additional Upgrades; 3 Bedrms; 3 Baths $665,000. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (906GO)
SIENNA PLANTATION: Two-Story Custom Home Nestled on Quiet Cul-de-sac & Backs to Wooded Reserve; Extended Patio; Pool; 2 Bedrms Down; Game Rm + Study Down; 3rd Bedrm/Game Rm; Granite Counters; A/C Workshop; 5/4.1/3 A $349,900. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (3806NF)
PENDINGARLENE ROLSEN CRS, Realtor
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Selling Ft. Bend’s finest homes since 1985.
May Peace, Happiness, Love and Goodwill be with You and Yours not only on Christmas but through out the year and beyond. Merry Christmas and Happy New Years. SINCERELY,ARLENE ROLSEN
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It is the 28 floor corner unit with beautiful views! Nice open floor plan. New paint. New refresh hardwood floor. New customs window curtains. High celling. Tile at bathrooms & entrance . Granite kitchen Island & counters. Stainless appliance. New wine cooler. Granite bathroom counters. FOR LEASE $2,350/mo
THE MARK3505SAA beautiful one story house with open & bright floor plan.High ceiling New paint,A/C compressor two years.Roof three years. New faux wood blinds throughout.New garage door opener.Tile floors throughout.Good size kitchen w/lots of cabinets.Maytag gas range two years.Bay window at breakfast area. $129,900
WESTBRANCH SEC 2 PT R/P5122EP“A HeritAge of CAring And trust”
FIRST COLONY/SUGAR LAND!OYSTER CREEK LOT! NO NEIGHBORS BEHIND YOU! 2 story home with 3 bedrooms & study and or gameroom and flex room downstairs too. Grand 2 story entry with tile floors. Priced to go at $255K over 2800 sqft. Gourmet island kitchen opens to family room. Access to Nature trail and parks.
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SUGAR LAND! GOLF VIEW LOT!Over 3900sqft! 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths 3 car garage! 2 Masters! One up and One down. Over $75,000 in upgrades! Huge corner lot with room for pool! Hardwoods & tile thru-out! Price reduced $50K. Price to go in low $400’s Hurry will go fast!
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SUGAR LAND!5 bedrooms 3.5 bath on big corner lot. Over 3600 sqft! Seller spent over $25K on upgrades/improvements. New tile thru-out downstairs. Gourmet island kitchen with granite. CLEMENTS high school. REDUCED AGAIN TO $300,000!
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NEW LISTINGBUILT IN 2007!
FORT BEND! 1 story 3 bedrooms 2 full bath. Washer/dryer, Fridge, & blinds, all included! Plus closing cost help with Builder’s lender. Over 1800 sqft! Better than Renting. Close to Hwy 59 South. Call for details! Great Investment home too. Pool & Lake in neighborhood and close to shopping.
NEW HOME! $140’S
PECAN GROVEFORT BEND SCHOOLS! POOL/SPA/WATERFALL! 1 story 3 bedrooms & formal dining. New interior paint, wood laminate floors thru-out. Updated over $20K. Shows great and ready for fast sale! Bring your offers! $140’s
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LAKE OLYMPIA5/4.5/3 • $399,900
EXAMPLE For rates! BECKY HALL
281-690-4205
ATTENTION: Realtors • List your homes “For Sale” Kim Truitt CBR, CRS, GRITop Lister & Units Sold ~ 2009Continuing Customer ServiceMaking Clients for Life!!
713-416-0791To view every home currently on the market and for other information, go to... www.kimtruitt.com email: [email protected] GREENE
LAKE OLYMPIA - Fabulous open floor plan perfect for growing fam-ilies. All 4 bedrooms up, spacious formal living & dining on 1st floor. Updated kitchen with Granite counters, undermount sink. Gleam-ing wood floors in breakfast and family room. French doors open to backyard. Sits across from nature reserve so no neighbors in front. MLS # 21372600 $157,500. (2726PV)
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www.garygreene.com
2323 Town CenterSugar Land
281-980-5050
NEW TERRITORY – Fabulous home w/$100,000 in extras. Built custom by David Weekley & owner. New paint, freshly cleaned carpet, sprinkler sys, formal living & dining rms. 12 ft ceilings, crown molding. Master retreat w/builtins.Oversized garage door 18ft across w/back garage door for boat storage & Morgan type storage building under lattice type cover. $339,900 The Linda Bell Team 281-684-9112 (718WI)
C BAIRD – 24.6-acre ranch in an incredible country setting! Currently Ag-exempt. Great for raising cattle & horses. Custom built 3/4-bdrm 2.5 bath home w/many features-gourmet kitchen, Oak cabinets, granite cntr tops & backsplash. LR FP flanked by Oak shelves & ceiling w/wood finish. MBR w/high ceilings, Bamboo flrs,FP & spa like bath rm. 40x75 barn w/BR & kitchen. $895,000 The Arroyos Team 832-282-9115 (1430DO)
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QUAIL VALLEY – Spacious patio home w/views of greenbelt & golf course. Updated w/ recent paint, ceramic tile (except master bdrm), kitchen w/granite cntrs, gas range & SS appl. Large master w/sep exercise rm. Paneled study cb 3rd bdrm. Spacious living rm w/wet bar,FP & high ceilings. Lots of storage. $125,100 Lane Pearson 713-857-4416 (2706KI)
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SUGAR CREEK – Very well maintained, original owner! All pipes in attic replaced this year. Enclosed porch 9x40 w/own AC. Living rm/family rm open w/lrg dining rm that has built -in buffet. Kitchen w/isl & built-in desk. Don’t miss Murphy bed in bdrm #3. Master bath w/tons of storage! Great home! $300,000 Nancy Lefler 713-907-2742 (79CR)
ALIEF – Come see this beauty! 2-bdrm/2-bath townhouse close to the Energy Corridor. Very functional floor plan, lr/dr combo w/full length decorative mirror in dining area & wood burning FP & solar screens. Lush grounds & very private fenced patio in front of property. This community has 2 swimming pools & tennis court. Close to West Oaks Mall & easy access to Hwy 6, Westpark Toll & I-10. $82,500 The Arroyos Team 832-282-9115 (13912HO)
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Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene Presents $65,000 Check to The Sunshine Kids
The Bay Area office of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene presented a check for $65,000 to The Sunshine Kids Foundation on November 27 at theBay Oaks Country Club Golf Course. The funds were raised at the Walk the Red Carpet event held earlier this year.
Office manager Debra Blenderman said it was very rewarding to present the check to the charity that works so hard to help children diagnosed with cancer. “Their mission is to bring a little sunshine into the life of a child who has a devastating illness, and we want to continue to help the Sunshine Kids as much as possible.”
Blenderman was joined by event co-chair Dan McCarver in presenting the check to Shannon Malone, director of operations for the Sunshine Kids, and G.W. Bailey, the nonprofit’s executive director and celebrity supporter.
Bailey, who plays Lieutenant Provenza on TNT’s hit series The Closer and Major Crimes, has an acting career that spans four decades. His true passion is his work with The Sunshine Kids Foundation.
As part of the benefit, Marilyn Eiland and Mark Woodroof, co-owners of the brokerage, were joined by G.W. Bailey in donating their time as lunch dates for
bidders during the live auction. Agents Joyce Adamiak, Jeanette Dickson, Susan Maki and Michael Parker teamed up for the winning bid, and were treated to lunch at Tony’s on November 27.
Established in 1982, the Sunshine Kids Foundation provides positive group activities and emotional support for young cancer patients. The foundation offers a variety of programs and events, free of charge, for children receiving cancer treatments in hospitals across the country.
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene supports the Sunshine Kids, with annual events raising more than $3 million thus far for the nonprofit organization.
For more information about Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene, visit www.GaryGreene.com.
About Better Homes and Gardens Real
Estate Gary GreeneBetter Homes and Gardens
Real Estate Gary Greene is Houston’s leading residential real estate brokerage and is owned by Mark Woodroof and Marilyn Eiland. Since 2007, the company has listed more homes, sold more listings and closed more transactions than any other brokerage in Houston. Founded in 1963, the brokerage has grown to encompass 20 offices and more than 850 agents. REAL Trends
Attached photo, courtesy Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene: (l-r) Standing: Michael Parker, G.W. Bailey, and Mark Woodroof. Seated: Susan Maki, Joyce Adamiak, Marilyn Eiland and Jeanette Dickson.
magazine ranked the company among the top 60 residential real estate brokerages in the United States in both volume and transaction sides for 2011. The company actively
supports Sunshine Kids™, raising more than $3 million for the nonprofit organization dedicated to providing activities, trips and events for young cancer patients.
No. As a reminder, landlords have until Jan. 1, 2013 to comply with a state law that went into effect on Sept. 11, 2011 requiring the landlord of a property with a lease signed before Sept. 1, 2011 to install smoke alarms in each bedroom, in each hallway that services multiple bedrooms, and on each level of the dwelling unit.
Per the Texas Property Code, the duty to install smoke alarms may not be waived. If a landlord
is not in compliance with the law on smoke alarms, a tenant may seek remedies, such as a judgment for damages related to the violation and court costs.
For two ways to alternatively comply with the requirements relating to smoke alarms, see Property Code, Section 92.2571.
Visit the Legal FAQ on TexasRealtors.com for more legal questions and answers.
Courtesy of Texas Association of Realtors
May a landlord's duty to install smoke alarms be waived?
KIM SHAWRealm Realty
WWW.FTBENDPROPERTIES.COM • VISIT MY WEBSITES FOR SLIDE SHOWS ON THESE HOMES & MORE • WWW.JOYROUSSELL.COM
www.ftbendproperties.comMEADOWCREEK • Formal living & dining. Open kitchen to family room. Covered patio overlooking pool & landscaped backyard. Many updates & upgrades.
4/2/2 • $149,900
AUSTIN PARK • Very updated. Master down. Many updates: granite, hardwoods, and more.
4/3.5/2 • $279,900
LAKE OLYMPIA • very updated! Large liv-ing & dining. Open kitchen with lots of cabinets & storage. Family room is open to kitchen. Home has pergo & ceramic tile. Recent roof, double paned windows, plumbing & light fixtures, appliances, double ovens, blinds, granite, zoned a/c, siding & more. Landscaped backyard with patio. (2654TR)
4-5/2.5/2 • $159,900
WOODSTREAM • Extremely up-dated and upgraded. Energy package includes double paned windows and a 20 SEER a/c and furnace. Open living room. Separate formal dining. Beautiful touches--list is available upon request. Clements High School. (3310LH)
4/2.5/2 • $249,900
NEW LISTINGENERGY CORRIDOR • Many up-dates and upgrades.Living area has high ceiling. Separate dining room. Island kitchen.Upgrades include tech shield, roof, a/c,furnance,tile,water heater,plumbing & light fixtures,appliances,doors,sprinkler system and more. (12423RK)
3/2/2 • $212,000
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Each year, nine women from the Sugar Land area get together to support a great cause and kick off the holiday season, in style! Organized by Karen Daly, the morning begins with a pot-luck brunch at her house before the women leave in a limousine to view each of the six gorgeous, professionally decorated homes that benefit Child Advocates of Fort Bend.
Since 1991, Child Advocates has provided a voice to more than 8,000 children. "We provide a voice for abused and neglected children because we believe every child has a right to be in a safe and permanent home." Always looking for volunteers, there are four ways to help. You can work directly
with the children, you can assist in fund raising efforts, help out in the office, or join their group Friends of CAFB, geared to support the special needs of the children like summer camp or tutoring.
Or you can do something similar like the Mimosa Mamas and organize your friends to view the homes. Karen Daly started the group when she first moved to Sugar Land as a way to do something charitable, yet make new friends as well. “There are so many good organizations meeting the needs of our community. It's easy to find fun and unique ways to support their fundraising efforts and the Mimosa Mamas are a wonderful example and tradition.”
Mimosa Mama's Celebrate 4th Annual Casa Home Tour
Mimosa Mamas enjoyed the Casa Home Tour recently.
A crowd of more than 5,000 people enjoyed an evening of fun at Missouri City’s 29th annual Snowfest Festival that featured a special tree lighting ceremony with fantastic colorful fireworks, the world’s tallest snowman bounce house and a giant Snowhill on Friday, Dec. 7 at the City Hall Complex on Texas Parkway.
Residents who attended the Festival were encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to donate to the Santa’s Exchange Project.
The toy drive will provide gifts for thousands of deserving children in Fort Bend County.
The following day, Dec. 8, hundreds lined the streets for the annual Snowfest Parade which featured 53 entries. The two-mile long parade included bands, colorful floats and cars, boy and girl scout groups, churches and businesses and organizations from throughout the City that kicked off at the corner of Murphy Road and Cartwright Road.
Missouri City's Spectacular Snowfest attracts more than 5,000
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To place an ad in The Fort Bend County Worship Directory 281-690-4200
SOUTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH • 281-499-23104200 Cartwright Road, Missouri City, 77459 Contemporary Worship Service: 9:00am Sunday School: 10:15am Traditional Worship Service: 11:15am www.southminpres.org
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
HERITAGE BAPTIST CHURCH • 281-403-49942223 FM1092 • Missouri City, TX 77459 Dr. Charles Murphy, Pastor Sunday Bible Study 9:30am - 6:00pm Sunday Worship 10:45am - 7:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm Bible Study / AWANA "A Place To Call Home" - www.hbctx.org
BAPTIST CHURCH
MURPHY RD. CHURCH OF CHRIST • 281-261-52162025 FM 1092 • Missouri City Sunday Worship: 9:30am - 5:00pm Bible Classes: Sunday 10:45am Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30pm www.murphyroadchurch.org
CHURCH OF CHRIST
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • 281-499-35023900 Lexington Blvd., Missori City, TX 77459 Sunday Worship: 8:30am, 9:45am, 11:00am Open Skies Worship: 8:30am • www.fumcmc.org Sunday School All Ages 9:45am
SUGAR LAND METHODIST CHURCH • 281-491-6041431 Eldridge Road, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Worship @ 9:00am and 11:15am Bible Study, all ages, @ 10:10am www.sugarlandmethodist.org
CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • 281-980-68883300 Austin Parkway • Sugar Land, TX 77479 Sunday Worship: 8:15am - 9:45am - 11:05am the hub - 11:00am Sunday School for all ages - 9:45am www.cumcsl.org
METHODIST CHURCHFISHERS OF MEN LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS) • 281-242-77112011 Austin Parkway - Sugar Land, TX 77479 www.fishersofmen.org Sunday Worship: 8:30am - 11:00am Sunday School classes for ages 2 & up: 9:40am
LUTHERAN CHURCH
SUGAR LAND CHURCH OF CHRIST • 281-561-088115590 Voss Road • Sugar Land • www.slcoc.org Sunday Worship Services: 7:00am • 10am • 5pm Bible Study (all ages): Sun. 9am & Wed. 7pm Tuesday Seniors' Bible Study: 10am
NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) • 281-499-76111424 FM 1092 Rd., Missouri City, 77459 Worship w/Holy Communion: 8:00 & 10:30 am Education hour for all ages: 9:15am www.newhopelc.org
NON DENOMINATIONAL
BRIGHTON CHURCH • 281-988-775511925 SW Frwy 59 • Stafford (Between W. Airport and Murphy Rd.) Sunday Worship: 10:30am www.brightonhouston.org • Refreshing & Relevant
FREEDOM CHURCH • 281-240-1055121 Wood ST. • Sugar Land, TX 77498 Sunday Worship: 11:00am www.facebook.com/freedomchurchintl Pastor - Bryan Eggenbeger
“But in fact God has arranged the parts in the body,
every one of them, just as he wanted them to be. If they were all one part, where would the body be? As it is,
there are many parts, but one body.” 1 Corinthians 12:18-20
Scripture of the week
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS 281-242-7729800 Brooks St., Sugar LandSunday: 8:00 am Traditional Worship 9:15 am Sunday School 10:30 am Contemporary Worship (Nursery Available) 4:00 pm Spirit of Life Worship
• Custom Staining• Roofing• Gutter Repair / Replacement• Faux Painting• Window Insulation• Rolled or Blown Insulation• Make Ready to Sell• Trash Removal-Clean Up
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FOOT FACTSby Dr. Eric Tepper
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very pleased the Commissioner’s have the confidence in me to ask me. I feel that I’ve learned many of the do’s and don’t over the past 28 years and I approve and appreciate, as well as have great confidence, in our city’s administration and its employees.”
As a city we will have many growth and new business opportunities, added Moore, in a recent interview.
Referring to city programs such as recycling, on-line bill pay, and the upgrading of equipment, she added that with the new innovations that have been occurring the city will continue to move forward. “The city has a very good working relationship with local and public officials, the county judge and Commissioner Morrison,” she said. “The cities of Rosenberg and Richmond have a good working relationship and we’re sound financially. We
balance our budgets..”Moore feels there is so
much more to look forward to once the completion of Wessendorff Park occurs and new developments in Historic Richmond and the Farmer’s Market expand.
Moore, whose maternal grandfather served as a Fort Bend county judge, has deep roots in Richmond. Her parents, Billie Hunter and Jack Wendt, are active civic leaders on state and national levels and in the
the community as well..Moore’s service to the city, county and state has included serving as president and as a docent of the Fort Bend County Museum Association, a trustee of the Southwest Cattle Raiser’s Association, an officer in the Richmond Garden Club, a member of the OakBend Hospital Board, and as a member of the Fulshear Cemetery board. She is currently active in the Friends of the Fort Bend County Historical Commission. She
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hold 2 million gallons of water. By fabricating the bulb at ground level, the welders are able to work on scaffolds, which is much safer and more maneuverable than being suspended from above. The draw for this construction is that it is much
more economical than the conventional methods of building a water tower.
While the structure itself is nothing to get excited about, it certainly has proven to catch the attention and curiosity of commuters along the Southwest Freeway.
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Past due red light camera fines are $100, but collection agency use by city alleged to be false
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Solutions (ATS), which operates the Safe Light Sugar Land program “allowing police officers to focus on other law enforcement activities that enhance public safety,” said Adolph.
Capt. Van, a sea captain who goes by the short name, says that Sugar Land's recent account is false about the use of a collection agency for the unpaid fines. Last week he even filed an open records request with the city, still pending, asking for the name and contact information of the collection agency used by ATS. Capt. Van said a city representative told him the city is not allowed to deal directly with a collection agency, a red flag to Capt. Van. But, it’s ATS which “uses a collection agency as part of their agreement with the city,” said Adolph, and it “manages the relationship with the collection firm.
At this point, not satisfied with the response from Sugar Land, Capt. Van maintains that this “is a blatant attempt to cover-up the fact that RLC (Red Light Camera) fines are
virtually voluntary.” However, Adolph told the "Star" on Monday that “payment is not voluntary per state law.” He also said that ATS handles collections “per the agreement,” although he did not disclose the name of the collection agency.
Sugar Land reports 14,686 violations with an 80 percent collection rate for the last fiscal year ending in Sept. “Net red
light camera collections totaled $529,636,” and 50 percent or $264,818 was sent to the state, he said. Adolph also said that revenue from red light penalties in Sugar Land goes into a special city account for traffic safety programs, intersection improvements, public safety programs and traffic enforcement, including the Safe Light Sugar Land initiative.
has been actively engaged in the rice farming industry with her sisters for many years.
Moore recalls that she was in the first group of women allowed to enter Texas A&M University in the fall semester. “Previously women were only allowed to go to A&M in the summer school, and only if married to an Aggie or the daughter of a professor.”
“I will do my best to honor my husband’s memory and the integrity of our city,” said Moore.
Moore was appointed on the local government code, Section 24.026, which describes how a general law city can fill a vacancy. City Commissioner’s include Bill Dostal and Gary Gillen. City manager is Teri Vela.
Two men are wanted in connection with a robbery at the Walmart store in north Fort Bend County off Texas 99 near Bellaire just south of the rural Katy area.
On Monday, December 17, 2012, Sheriff’s spokesman Bob Haenel said, “Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers, Inc. will pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the subjects involved in a robbery of a Katy-area Wal-Mart Supercenter.” According to Haenel, sheriff’s deputies were called to investigate a robbery at 10:11 a.m., on the morning of November 30, 2012. He said, “Two suspects placed two
flat-screen televisions into a cart, covered them with a blanket and walked out of the building with them.”
He went on to explain that the two men loaded the TVs into a black Chevrolet vehicle, then began to leave the parking lot.
A store employee was out in the parking lot trying to get a description and license plate on the suspect vehicle when the car drove up beside the employee.
Haenel said, “One suspect exited the vehicle and attacked the associate with his fists. He knocked the associate to the
ground, got back into the vehicle and the suspects fled the scene.”
In the ensuing investigation, the attacker has been
identified as Dytedric Fortune, 19, of Houston. The second suspect has yet to be identified; however, they are believed to be in the Houston area.
Detectives are seeking information on Fortune’s location and the identity of the second suspect. He is described as a black male between the ages of 18 and 25. He is believed to be between
5', 9", i to 6", with a medium build and has long braided hair. At the time of the incident He was wearing an orange Texas Longhorn sweatshirt. Both men are believed to be in the Houston area.
Information which leads to the apprehension and filing of charges on the suspects involved could earn a reward of up to $5,000.
Call Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office at 281-341-4665, Fort Bend Crime Stoppers, Inc. at 281-342-TIPS (8477) or text plus the tip to CRIMES (274637).
Tips also can be submitted online at www.fortbend-tx-crimestoppers.org. All calls to Crime Stoppers are anonymous.
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end of the world…this Friday. This has fueled what many call wild theories about threats and disasters relating to rouge planets, asteroids and intense polar storms among many other scenarios. But Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert says, “I’m not losing any sleep over it.”
“I think the significance of Dec. 21 on the calendar is that we only have three shopping days until Christmas,” said Judge Hebert, adding that there could be something catastrophic, but, “I don’t think that it would happen in conjunction with any primitive calendar system, no matter how sophisticated they were back then in counting their days."
Another county official, District Clerk Dianne Wilson has come up with her own approach at checking out whether time will have run out on us all. “I have it on
my calendar to call my son in Australia and see if he answers because it will already be the next day, and if he answers, then I’ll know it’s a hoax and if he doesn’t answer, I’m going to get real concerned.” On a more serious note, Wilson believes that Dec. 21 will represent the end of an era. “It’s the end of a life cycle,” and “we will start a new life cycle, whatever it may be. I don’t know, but I don’t think it’s the end of the world.”
Just like Wilson, there are others out there that say this will be a new beginning. NASA scientists have been reportedly studying and analyzing the possibility of the earth ending in 2012, but the conclusion is that Dec. 21, 2012 will be nothing more than a normal December solstice.
It’s also the birthday of the “Star’s” General Manager Michael Fredrickson, and probably the beginning of another great year for him!
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a passing motorist who called 911.
The teen was transported by air ambulance to Memorial Hermann – The Medical Center.
The teen was able to describe two of the three attackers, she told authorities she never got a good look at the driver; however she was able to provide enough information on the other two to lead to these police sketches. Both suspects are described as Hispanic males, one about 5’9", thin, with wavy bleach-blond hair and a nose piercing. The second kidnapper was
about 5’7”, thin, with dark hair, a mustache and a goatee.
The suspect vehicle was described as a red Ford, four-door truck with tinted windows.
Information which leads to the apprehension and filing of charges on the suspects involved could earn a reward of up to $5,000. Call Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office at 281-341-4665, Fort Bend Crime Stoppers, Inc. at 281-342-TIPS (8477) or text plus the tip to CRIMES (274637). Tips also can be submitted online at www.fortbend-tx-crimestoppers.org.
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Yep, it was like someone threw a picnic and invited ALL the ants! Seems the suspect, in this yet to be determined just exactly what kind of case
this was, tried to get away from a deputy Sheriff, with deputy Constables in the hunt. In fact, He was so determined to get away, he jumped over an apartment railing, the impressive part – the cops snagged the crook in mid-air!
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Dear Editor,
Robert McNees in last week’s letter to the editor is grossly misinformed. I am not now nor have I ever been a lawyer. I am a professional merchant seaman, ex-Naval officer and anti-red light camera activist.
McNees is also way off the mark in his support of RLCs as a safety measure. He has unwittingly succumbed to the big lie technique of political propaganda which
is: Many people will come to believe a lie must be true if it is big enough and is loudly repeated often enough. The lie here is that red light cameras reduce accidents.
No such reduction has taken place in Sugar Land and the silence of the city in this regard is very telling. All the studies proclaiming the safety benefits of red light cameras have been thoroughly discredited by numerous impartial researchers. An excellent source of these is here: www.motorists.org/
red-light-cameras/studiesI have never gotten a red
light camera ticket nor am I opposed to strict enforcement of the red light law, but Sugar Land’s program is unfair to the driving public. And, because the promised reduction in accidents has not occurred it needs to be shut down.
It also must be pointed out that the claim made by the city’s spokesman that a collection agency is used by the city to go after unpaid RLC fines is false. It is a blatant
attempt to cover-up the fact that RLC fines are virtually voluntary. There are three reasons a vehicle owner might feel justified in refusing to pay the fine. These are explained here: www.houstoncoalition.net/three_reasons
Ray Patel, in his letter in the same edition, requested that the city ban red light cameras. While hoping for his success, I will continue my petition drive. Volunteers are needed.
H. F. Van Der Grinten
Captain Van Der Grinten responds to Robert McNees
Walmart employee attacked in store
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TVs stolen by robbers
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The burned body of an unidentified woman was found Monday in Fulshear.
Fulshear Police Chief Kenny Seymour said about 10:30 that morning a local rancher was checking his property when he discovered the burned remains of a woman and called authorities. Seymour said, “The body was found in a rural area located in the 6000 block of Katy Fulshear Road in Fulshear Texas.”
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Woman’s body found in Fulshear
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Seymour said, “Our first objective is to determine who the victim is and where she is from.” He said that the Fulshear Police Department was working in conjunction with the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Department to identify the victim.
The body was only described as that of a small stature female. Further information is expected after the completion of the autopsy by the Galveston County Medical Examiner.
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Sugar Land Police looking for convenience store robber
On December 8, 2012, just before 9 in the evening, a man walked into the Keemat Grocery store located at 2464 Settlers Way Boulevard and held up the clerk at gunpoint.
Sugar Land police spokesman Doug Adolph said the suspect entered the store displayed a handgun and demanded money from employees.
He fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash in a silver or grey Jeep Commander.
The suspect was described as a black male, about 6’, weighing 240 pounds; with a stocky build. At the time of the incident he was wearing a grey t-shirt, blue jeans, black tennis shoes and a black ski mask.
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Fort Bend ISD’s Community Partnerships Department welcomed more than 150 Volunteers In Public Schools (VIPS) to its annual VIPS Salute, held at the FBISD Administrative Annex. The event is held each year to honor volunteers for the wonderful contributions they make to students and schools.
Welcoming guests to the event were Michael McKie, FBISD Acting Superintendent; Pamela Shaw, Volunteers and Partnerships Coordinator; Bobbie Anderson, Shared Dreams Facilitator; and Reba Cook, Volunteers and Partnerships Administrative Assistant. As guests arrived, they enjoyed spirited music performed by Dulles High School’s Encore String Quintet, directed by Michael Isadore, and viewed a slide presentation highlighting volunteers in action. In keeping with the spirit of the season, guests were also invited to bring donations of canned fruit, soup or cereal to benefit the District’s Shared Dreams Holiday Cheer program.
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Pictured (from left) are Pamela Shaw, Volunteers and Partnerships Coordinator; Fran Steel (Clements High School VIPS), Grayle James, FBISD Board Member; Michael McKie, Acting Superintendent; and Julie Vowell Ramirez (Austin High School VIPS).
them for sharing their time and talents with the District. Michael McKie followed, echoing Shaw’s sentiments. “Volunteers are an integral part of our equation and the backbone that supports the efforts of our teachers and school staff,” he said. “Without you, we wouldn’t get the job done.”
Also attending the Salute were: Grayle James, FBISD Board Member; Dr. Rhonda McWilliams, Assistant Superintendent; Dr. Phillys Hill, Assistant Superintendent;
Dr. Javier Villarreal, Assistant Superintendent; and Robert Calvert, Chief Information Officer. They each personally thanked volunteers representing various campuses for the remarkable job they do in support of FBISD schools.
Before guests departed, Shaw joined Nancy Porter, Chief Communications Officer, and Stacey Crews, Communications Director, in presenting door prizes that were generously donated by area merchants.
AARP Sugar Land Chapter 4075 distributed one of three holiday donations at their November monthly meeting. City of Sugar Land Firefighter, Darryl Teague accepted the first donation to be used for the purchase of toys. Presenting the gift is Tom Garguilo, AARP Board of Directors. Other recipients of AARP donations will include The Fort Bend Women's Center and Wreaths Across America (Houston National Cemetery).
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The annual Candlelight Tour once again a success
The annual Candlelight Tour, offered by Fort Bend County Museum in Richmond, and hosted by the Museum Docents, was a success.
Candlelight Tour opened Friday through the first weekend in December, and this year over 350 visitors toured the Moore Home, which was decorated for Christmas inside and out. Each room of the house, hosted a docent tour guide, provided a history of that room, bits and pieces of interesting trivia about the past residents, and additional history about Richmond and the community.
Every year, people who have lived in the county for most or all of their lives, come out to tour the Moore Home, for the first time.
“However, some families have made the Candlelight Tour a yearly tradition, others are drawn to the particular themes of the tour, and every year we have new faces. On the Friday of the tour weekend, senior adult tours are provided during the morning and early afternoon, so that the retirement and assisted living homes may bring their residents, many of these come annually,” said Claire Rogers, spokesperson, Fort Bend County Museum.
The John M. Moore Home was built in 1883 by John M. Moore (1862-1940) for his bride, Lottie Dyer. A prosperous rancher, Moore served in the state legislature and in the U.S. Congress. Following his 1905 election to Congress, he remodeled the home from its original Victorian design to a neo-classical style popular in the early 20th century. Richmond’s First Baptist Church was founded in the house and noted politicians and cattlemen often visited.
“The house will stay decorated all through the month of December so we will continue to give tours of the house . Many school groups sign-up for programs during this month specifically so that they can tour the house while it is decorate,” Rogers said.
Over the Candlelight weekend and throughout the month of December, over 500 schoolchildren are expected to learn about Fort Bend County, as they tour the home.
The Candlelight Tour takes approximately eight months of planning, according to Felesa Baker, who served her fourth term as chair of this event.
After the tour, visitors were invited to enjoy wassail and cookies on the patio, and browse the gift shop.
The Fort Bend County Museum Association has preserved and interpreted Fort Bend County and Texas history for nearly 40 years.
For more information on the Fort Bend County Museum and the Moore Home, pleasevisit the website, www.fortbendmuseum.org.
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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27NAMI support group meets
National Alliance on Mental Illness is holding a support group for caregiv-ers, Thursday, Dec. 27, St. Laurence Catholic Church, 3100 Sweetwater Blvd., Social Conference Room, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.. For more information call 281-265-1554. This group meets the 2nd & 4th Thursday each month.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28Free legal advice
Fort Bend Lawyers CARE (FBLC) will offer free advice by phone to low-income Fort Bend County residents Friday, December 28. Call 281-239-0015 to qualify for this service between 10:00 a.m. and noon. Veterans with civil legal questions are especially encouraged to call. The attorney will return calls the same day and/or the following Monday.
ONGOINGImperial Arts new location
Imperial Arts has a new location underway, although still under construc-tion and located in Historic Downtown Rosenberg, they are in need of volunteers for the following when their new Center for the Arts, opening in mid-Nov. 2012: Guides/docents; box office; ushers; program valets, film night volunteers & children’s art/ community activity volunteers. If you are interested call 832-278-9763.
Managing BiPolar DisorderWomen of Fort Bend County, Recovery is Possible, Inc. hosts Managing BiPolar Disorder, every Monday 6:30pm to 8:00pm, 1106 3rd Street, Rosenberg. Call 832-278-2166 for more info.
Photos with SantaSunday, December 2, 9, 16. 1-5 p.m. Grab your Christmas list and head to Town Square for a free photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Photos will be taken in the lobby of the Sugar Land Marriott Town Square.
Fitness in the PlazaFridays, from 9-11 a.m. December 7, 14, 21, 28. Join them each Friday morning for Fitness in the Plaza featuring Free Boot Camp with Jon Hood from Rush Fitness and Zumba with a professional instructor! Boot Camp is from 9-10 a.m. followed by Zumba from 10-11 a.m.
Recovery Is Possible, Inc.Recovery Is Possible, Inc. 1106 3rd Street, Rosenberg, hosts Managing BiPolar Disorder every Monday 6:30pm to 8:00pm. More info at 832-278-2168.
Veteran’s supportVeteran’s of Fort Bend County meets every Wednesday, 6:30pm to 8:00pm, Recovery Is Possible, Inc. 1106 3rd Street, Rosenberg. Bring Everyone In the Zone – Veteran Support. More info at 832-278-2168.
Recovery Is Possible An ongoing educational class called “Managing Bipolar Disorder” meets every Monday, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.,1106 3rd Street, Rosenberg. For more information call 888-320-1622.
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18ABWA Sugar Land meets
The Sugar Land chapter of ABWA is having their monthly networking meeting. Each meeting is held on every third Tuesday. Next meeting December 18, 11:30am – 1pm, Sugar Creek Country Club. Register at www.swapen.org/reservation/.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21Holidays in the Plaza
Back by popular demand is saxophonist Chris Mitchell, who will per-form a Christmas Concert, Sugar Land Town Center, 7-9 p.m. Come enjoy your favorite holiday songs!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22Holidays in the Plaza
First Colony Church of Christ’s worship band will warm up Town Square, 7-9 p.m., with a mix of classic and contemporary Holiday music. Plus, their group of Acappella singers will deliver a traditional caroling sound.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 24Christmas Eve service announced
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church invites you to join them for Christmas Eve Service, December 24, at 5:30 pm. At 5pm, prior to our family service, Dr. Steve Godowns and instrumental accompaniment will feature traditional Christmas carols for congregational participation. For more info 281-545-1661 or www.stmarksfortbend.org.
Sugar Land RotaryBecome a Rotarian! Sugar Land Rotary meets every Wednesday @ 12:00 noon, Sweetwater Country Club, 4400 Palm Royale Blvd., Sugar Land. Contact Bill Griffin 832-724-3323, [email protected].
Exchange Club of Fort Bend meets
The Exchange Club of Fort Bend meets every Wednesday, noon, Sweetwater Country Club, 4400 Palm Royal Blvd., Sugar Land. For more information call Mike Reichek at 281-575-1145 or [email protected].
Sugar Land Morning Exchange ClubThe Sugar Land Morning Exchange Club is an all-volunteer national service organization for men and women who want to serve their com-munity, develop leadership skills, and enjoy new friendships. The club meets every Wednesday morning at 7:00 a.m., Sweetwater Country Club, Palm Royale Blvd, Sugar Land. Web site is ECSL.ORG
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Broadway Bound will launch its 2012-2013 season with the family favorite, “The Wizard of Oz” the Broadway. Tickets range from $10-$25 and can be purchased at the ticket office, by phone 281-242-1055 or online at [email protected]. For more information visit www.bbartscentre.com.
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By royal decree, Princess Christmas will be hosting two encore performances on Christmas Eve, to be held at award-winning Fort Bend Theatre, 2815 N. Main St, December 24, Monday at 9:00 am and 11:00 am.
The mean girls are running the school and are proud of it! They’re planning a huge princess party and only the coolest, prettiest “little princesses” are invited. They don’t care about Christmas giving, only “getting”. It’s up to everyone’s favorite Princesses - Cinderella, Belle, Jasmine, Sleeping Beauty,
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This enchanting holiday musical written by playwright and FBT Executive Artistic Director Tarra McCain is great fun for the entire family, and reminds us that real beauty lies within us all! For even more fun, children attending in prince or princess attire will receive a small prize from FBT!
Tickets are available at $9 each for adults and children at www.fortbendtheatre.com, or call 281-208-333 for group discounts and birthday party specials.
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The Fort Bend Star announces the launch of a new online and on demand TV show in 2013 about real estate professional and companies in Fort Bend County. To be produced by Star Digital Studios, each weekly, 15-minute show will feature in-depth interviews, real estate agents and their listings, current mortgage rate information and real estate issues. The Fort Bend Real Estate/Hot Properties Show is already showing community interest from prospective advertisers who will be offered 30 second commercial spots which can also be produced by Star Digital Studios. Two interviews will each highlight a guest and the company with whom the person is associated. There will also be a photo segment for a real estate agent showcase of listings.
Mortgage billboard ads will be included in the show and are available for purchase. These will keep prospective buyers and sellers on top of current rates for the hot property listings. “The new real estate show is being made available in conjunction with the existing real estate ad section in the Fort Bend Star,” said Michael Fredrickson, its managing editor. “We’re very excited to be expanding our impact as one of the advertising leaders along these lines, and we hope to be offering those already in this area and others moving to Fort Bend with valuable real estate information.”
To inquire about advertising on the Fort Bend Real Estate/How Properties Show, contact Becky Hall at 281-690-4205 or Jerry Poscovsky at 713-569-4204 to schedule an appoint-ment to see our demo dvd.
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Fort Bend ISD Administration Building designated a “No Place for Hate” Facility
Shown are members of FBISD’s Diversity Conference Committee and the District Student Advisory Committee. Pictured (front row, from left) are: Jill Anderson, Valerie Vaughn, Renee Edwards, Joanna Ritterbeck, Greg Foulds, Ilene Harper, Priscilla Cordero, Demetria Howard, and Annette Henderson; and (back row, from left) Keryn Miles, Michael Bevan, Milan Doshi, Twinkle Joseph, Dimple Joseph, Nicholas Tripp, Kelly Ann Medrano, Sheree Henry, and Chris Sabbagh; and Derek Smith.
For the third consecutive year, the Fort Bend ISD Administration Building has been designated a “No Place for Hate” building by the Anti-Defamation League of Houston (ADL). “No Place for Hate” is a campaign against prejudice, bigotry and discrimination of all kinds. The program helps set a standard of respect for diversity and anti-bias efforts in schools across the state.
To become a “No Place for Hate” campus, participants complete the Commitment, Intent, and Coalition Forms and sign the Primary or Secondary Resolution of Respect Form. Participants must also complete at least three anti-bias activities, documenting the activities on an Activity Form.
FBISD was recognized for hosting its annual High School Diversity Conference,
coordinating the “No Place for Hate” Youth Summit, and hosting the “Peace, Love and Respect” High
School Quiz Bowl. Each event helped promote respect and appreciation of the District’s diverse cultures.
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Fort Bend County Libraries to close for Christmas holiday
