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Suspect diverting workers attention at 24 hr Fitness.

Suspect headed to locker room during diversion.

Suspect 1 in green shirt suspect 2 in gray shirt - headed to locker room.

Suspect vehicle crusing through the 24 hr Fitness parking lot.

By LeaAnne Klentzman

The two men that attempted to use stolen credit cards put a target on their backs. Sugar Land police are looking for the men who are believed to have stolen credit cards from a fitness center then used them at a nearby department store.

On May 8, about 10 pm., two men entered the Target store in the 16300 Southwest Freeway, and attempted to use the cards. According to Sugar Land police spokesman Doug Adolph, the credit cards were stolen earlier that evening from a van parked outside 24 Hour Fitness, just an exit away on the freeway.

Adolph said a man who was at the fitness center told police that someone broke into his locker and took his keys, followed by a burglary of vehicle in the fitness center parking lot in which his wallet was stolen. The credit cards the crooks attempted to use were the same cards that had been stolen from inside the locked van.

Police have reviewed the surveillance video at Target, and 24 Hour Fitness, and both show the same two men enter the gym at 9:15 p.m. then leave the gym at 9:30 p.m. Adolph said the surveillance video at the fitness

Bull’s eye on Target cheating shoppers

By LeaAnne Klentzman

In the shadow of the historic Richmond department and near

the century old Wessondorff Lumber Company, the City of Richmond has announced a new city park on the north side of

Artist rendering of proposed park in historical area of Richmond

City of Richmond new park project proceeding as planned with city awaiting additional funds

town.The Wessendorff Park

Project, as it is known, has been made possible by a grant from the Henderson-Wessendorff Foundation. Richmond city spokesman Master Sergeant Lowell Neinast said the facilities will be developed in two phases. He said, “Phase I will include landscaping and a gazebo in the park area between the Richmond Police Department and Morton Cemetery and is anticipated to be completed by September of this year.

Phase II will include the construction of a lake and a trail system around the perimeter of the lake along with two bridges

By LeaAnne Klentzman

Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers has issued an alert for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspects responsible for the IBC bank robbery inside the Kroger store in the 11500 block of Highway 6 South near Sugar Land.

Sheriff’s spokesman Bob Haenel said, “Fort Bend County Crimes Stoppers, Inc. will pay up to $5,000 for information leading

to the arrest and conviction of the subject involved in the robbery".

This robbery occurred at 11:45 am, Saturday morning, May 26. Haenel said deputies responded to the bank. He said about 11:30, a man walked up to the counter at the bank, handed the teller a note demanding cash, threatening her with a bomb. However, no bomb nor weapon was ever displayed, yet the fear of imminent bodily injury was still present.

According to Haenel, “The

Reward offered in IBC bank robbery

By LeaAnne Klentzman

The FBI and Sugar Land Police are searching for the man who robbed a Sugar Land bank last week on Sugar Creek Boulevard.

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crossing the lake. Additional grants have been applied for through the George Foundation and Texas Parks and Wildlife. Phase II is expected to be completed by the end of 2013.”

This quadrant of Richmond, which has long been in need of revitalization, is steeped deep in Texas history. The Morton Cemetery is the final resting place for Jane Long, and just one block north on Morton Street is the ground of the former Carrie Nation hotel, and just to the east along the river, is the old launching area for the ferry that traversed the Brazos River.

City Manager Terri Vela said “the idea of the park has been around for a few years and making it a reality is going to be a wonderful experience for everyone.” The project will include restroom facilities which are going to be installed near the large parking area of the park. Neinast went on to explain that the goal of this park and trail system is to enhance the beauty of Richmond while allowing the residents a safe and relaxing place to enjoy with their families.

By Elsa Maxey

If you intend to do business with Fort Bend County, here’s a heads up. As a vendor of services, professional and otherwise, any outstanding tax or fee indebtedness owed to the county in all likelihood will prohibit you from being awarded a bid or contract.

In one of its latest actions, the Fort Bend County Commissioners approved a policy involving contracting with a person indebted to it.

Fort Bend County currently has a policy similar to it, said a county official, and it has to do with using federal funds. The county looks into making sure that its contractors have met their obligations in relation to taxes and fees owed to the federal

government. Otherwise, Fort Bend County cannot award them the contract, said the official.

At the county level, now that this policy is in place, road materials, fuel, office supplies, “whatever we buy before we award the contract, we check the status of that vendor’s tax payments to the county, (and) we make sure they are not indebted to the county before we award them,” said Gilbert Jalomo of the county’s purchasing department.

Fort Bend County’s tax office is reported to have been working on the matter and it helped to develop a form. So, when a bid from a prospective contractor is submitted, their information will be reviewed. Jalomo said that the county will check only those bidding that have the potential to be awarded the bid.

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teller stuffed some money into envelopes. At that time, the robber told the teller to put the envelopes inside a box which was located behind the counter. The teller complied and the subject took the box and left the store on foot”.

No physical injuries were reported during the robbery.

Haenel said the suspect was described as a black male

Man robs First National Bank in Sugar Land

a.m., Sugar Land Police were call to investigate an armed robbery at the First National Bank. According to Sugar Land police spokesman Doug Adolph, the suspect entered the bank,

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By LeaAnne Klentzman

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By Betsy Dolan

A Sugar Land artist, best known locally for his sculpture of Stephen F. Austin on horseback at Sugar Land Town Center, is pursuing legal action against a Utah sculptor for allegedly copying one of his statues two years ago for the City of Pearland. Matt Glenn, President of Big Statues in Provo, Utah was named in the copyright infringement complaint, filed by the attorney for Bob Pack, in U.S. District Court for the Southern

District of Texas on May 30. At issue is Pack’s statue called

“The Guardian” which Pack was commissioned to create by the City of Sugar Land for their new Police and Municipal Courts Building in 1996. The work shows a uniformed police officer with his right hand on a young boy’s shoulder.

Fourteen years later, in May 2010, Pearland unveiled a statue, outside of their new Public Safety Building and it also showed a uniformed police officer with his right hand on

The statue that was created for Sugar Land’s new Police and Municipal Courts Building by Bob Pack in 1996.

The statue that was created for Pearland’s new Public Safety Building by Matt Glenn of Big Statues in 2009.

a young boy’s shoulder. Pack said he had no knowledge of the similarities between “The Guardian” and the Pearland statue until friends and colleagues started calling him.

“Utter disgust is what I felt when I saw it for the first time,” Pack said. “I immediately felt like my home had been broken into. It was such a blatant copy of my work.”

A nine month email correspondence between Glenn and Pearland Project Manager, Skipper Jones was obtained by Pack and his attorney, Keith Jaasma through an open records request. The emails begin in early October 2009 and continue through June 2010 and indicate that the Sugar Land statue had already been identified by a Pearland citizens police group as a concept they wanted the city to pursue. On October 6, 2009, Jones wrote to Glenn,”Let me talk to the chief. His citizen

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By LeaAnne Klentzman

In the highly contested race for Fort Bend County Sheriff Precinct 4 Constable Troy Nehls trounced all three of his opponents.

The 2012 race for sheriff began less than a month after the current sitting sheriff, Milton Wright, took office in 2009. At a political breakfast for Andy Meyers that January morning, Wright and Meyers announced that since Wright intended to retire at the end of 2012, his chief deputy Craig

Brady nailed by NehlsBrady, would be seeking the Republican nomination for the term beginning January 1, 2013.

The race began in earnest a couple of years later in 2011 when former police chief/businessman John Minchew entered the race. Shortly after, he was followed by retired Texas Trooper and Richmond Police administrator Billy Frank Teague.

After that, Precinct 4 Constable Troy Nehls formed an exploratory committee to test the feasibility of his run for the office

volunteers picked out the one in the photos. I need to find out how attached they are to this.”

Pack and Jaasma also say that the emails indicate Jones’ repeated concerns about having the statue finished in time for the building dedication, originally planned for January 2010. On October 6, Glenn responded to Jones, “Thanks for the scans. Late January 2010 is pushing it......If you can give me a good idea of everything you want in the statue, I can have one of my artists put together a new drawing or if you are happy with the officer in the other statue I can go from that and make some unique changes so that it is all original and customized for you.”

That statement, according to Jassma, is where Glenn may have made his biggest mistake. “There is a feeling, that if you make enough changes, it isn’t

Dear Editor,

I understand that it is against the law to use cell phones in school zones in Ft Bend County especially in Sugar Land and Missouri City. My concern is that I have heard that there is no law or rule forbidding phone usage in the Q while children are being dropped off and picked up.

I feel that this is where phone usage must be curtailed. I have seen people in the Q who are so distracted that they run over the curb next to where children are walking.

Why is this law not enforced on FBISD school property as it is on city streets?

J. White *Editor's note: The "Q"

mentioned in Mr. White's letter is explained ..…the Q is the line of cars that drop off students in the morning in front of the schools and pick them up in the afternoon. It is typical that the Q is sometimes a quarter of a mile long during peak drop off and pick up times.

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We have watched with amuse-ment as soon-to-be-former Chief Deputy Craig Brady spent over half a million dollars and four years in an attempt to get elected sheriff of Fort Bend County. This is seven times the amount of money ever spent on a politi-cal race in Fort Bend County.

He got 34.48% of the pri-mary vote.

His opponent, Pct. 4 Constable Troy Nehls, got 54.38% which isn’t shabby considering he couldn’t openly campaign until 4 1/2 months earlier, and then only if a November, 2011 con-stitutional amendment passed allowing him and other office-holders to announce in January.

Not only did Craig Brady spend 1/2 million dollars to get elected to a job that paid less than his current job, he solic-ited and took money from ques-tionable sources, although to be fair some rather loyal upstand-ing citizens also contributed big bucks in the waning days of the campaign. One wonders what they were thinking, when for example, in his last contribu-tions filing, we learn that Gary Aber gave him $500, former Precinct 3 commissioner can-didate Michael Baldwin con-tributed $2,100, and Marsha Bielstein, wife of Judge Sandy Bielstein, gave him $2,500.

His father, Dr. Kenneth Brady, gave him another $5,000, and Jamal Daniel, a Fulshear area developer, who offices in Houston, gave him $20,000.

Fall Creek Plaza 2, LP con-tributed $1,400, (that’s a busi-ness and it’s still illegal to accept contributions from those in Texas. I guess I’m going to have to complain to the Texas Ethic Commission about this one). Gutierrez Auto Parts threw in $3,000, (another business, another complaint to the TEC-ohh I just love to pour over campaign filings).

EA McCune gave $500, Jack Molho gave $500 (I wonder if Donna knows?), Todd Richey contributed $1,500, Reuben Stafford shelled out $1,000, and R.H. Stevens, Jr. gave $500. James Winne contributed $2,500, and David Vogelsang ponied up $5,000.

Brady’s big bucks didn’t translate into big votes and on Wednesday after the elec-tion, he announced that he was going to throw his support to the Democratic candidate. Brady has previously been a Republican precinct chair but didn’t run again. Maybe he was afraid he would lose that race also. Wags have said “Big deal. He’s taking 10 votes to the

Democratic candidate.”It’s not fair to make fun of him

for losing but so many people have come forward and told of how he had bullied them for the past four years. Those chickens have come home to roost as someone said he was joining the POO party, as in Political Opportunist Organization.

There were many mistakes his campaign made, not the least of which was the fact that he had no experienced and reliable cam-paign manager. Some of his vol-unteers got on Facebook on an almost daily basis and although the sheriff’s department has rules against that sort of thing, they aired their dirty laundry in pub-lic, calling each other disloyal and snakes.

In addition, Brady’s fam-ily may have helped him with money but some of their cam-paign efforts had the opposite effect. One citizen called me and said she had Nehls’ signs in her yard when a Craig Brady rela-tive knocked on her door and demanded she take them down as “this is my son’s territory!” the homeowner was told.

Brady fired a couple of popu-lar bailiffs on flimsy reasons not long before the vote. In fact, it was just enough time for the ex-employees to mount opposition among their neighbors, relatives, and friends.

Nine years ago after I revealed a lot of embarrassing things about the sheriff’s department and its chief deputy, Craig Brady accused us of lying. He had extricated his own sons from some legal concerns and we chastised him for interfering and using his police power. He had his then 17-year-old son sue us as the burden of proof was easier for the son, Brady being a public figure and all.

We eventually lost that suit although no one ever proved that we lied. The case is under appeal. We didn’t lie then and we haven’t lied since.

When you are running for sheriff, you don’t have the largest circulated newspaper sued, par-ticularly if you have questionable actions that can be written about.

Particularly if you have bul-lied your way through life.

It was offered to me to have the suit dropped if I fired LeaAnne Klentzman. You see, LeaAnne had worked at the sheriff’s department for many years. She even had run for sheriff. Milton Wright’s first official act (after hiring Craig Brady to really run the sheriff’s department) was to fire LeaAnne Klentzman. After that, few women were hired or promoted. To say the Fort Bend

County Sheriff’s department had a war on women was an under-statement.

Those old boys haven’t learned that hiring women means you won’t have to do even half the work.

Sheriff Wright even took to the street to campaign for his chief deputy. He worked at the polls at the main Fort Bend County Library in Richmond. Of course to say he worked was an under-statement. He spent the entire day sitting under a shade tree and as far as we can tell, didn’t con-tact one voter. But it was just as well. He couldn’t find anyone to play dominos with him anyway. To see his day, go here. www.juanitajean.com/2012/05/29/election-night-giggles/

Every thing that could be done wrong in this political race was done.

Of course, the old boys over at the sheriff’s department aren’t through jerking Fort Bend County around. And now that Brady has lost, he, like Hitler flooding the subway tunnels in the closing days of WWII and killing his own people, is trying to do that to the taxpayers of Fort Bend County.

Brady and bunch are trying to figure out a way to put everyone on civil service, including him-self, so he can’t be “fired.” Can you imagine Nehls having to run a sheriff’s department with Craig Brady still around?

So Craig et al is trying to figure a way to promote every detective to sergeant, meaning they will have to promote every lieutenant to what? General?

What it really means is a sub-stantial raise for all his buddies and a kick in the rear for Fort Bend taxpayers.

The only ones standing in the way of all this are the com-missioners and County Attorney Roy Cordes. Since I don’t think they know what they are doing about civil service and are not very knowledgeable about the subject, they’ll probably get away with it. Much like they got away with the $200,000 “anony-mous” donation to the sheriff’s department.

Jugheads!Yep, they need some women.

They may have to put up with a lot of yapping, but things will run smoother, faster, more legal, and cheaper. Ever tried to feed a family of four on $15 per week?

B.K. Carter is the owner/publisher of the Fort Bend/Southwest Star. She can be reached at beverly@fortbend-star.com.

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Thanks to everyone who helped the Fort Bend Aggie Mom's Club raise $21,250 for scholarships for Fort Bend students attending Texas A&M University and $3,750 for Texas A&M campus organizations for the 2012-2013 school year. Scholarship Winners: Left to Right 1st row: Elena Lischau, Marisa Matthews, Kelsey Matthews, Kaitlin Porter, Elizabeth Woodruff, Kayla Blankenship, Jennifer Croft, Matthew Scorsone, and Ryan McAllister. Left to Right 2nd row: Peter Masaki, Jeff Sanders, Chase Murphee, Christopher Edge, Kyle Pencak, Traci, Gibson, Rebecca LeDoux, Marilyn Clark, Christopher Story, and Jose DelCampo, Not Pictured: Mu Lin Hsu, Elizabeth LeDoux, Caitlin Papso, Karin Pharr, Taylor Rammrath, Amanda Robichau, Brian Walther, Garrett Whittington, and Curtis Zekkou

Scholarship winners named by Fort Bend Aggie Mom's Cub

Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) recently honored Fort Bend volunteer Jackie Powell as well as Sienna Plantation, and Texas Treasures Service Unit for their contributions to Girl Scouting.

Powell received the Appreciation Pin, a national award given to a candidate that has provided outstanding service to a geographic area or program delivery audience in a way that furthers the Council’s goals. She received the award for accepting several volunteer assignments, serving as site manager for Sunshine Service Unit Weekend and serving as chair of the service unit’s Gold Award committee.

Sienna Plantation received the Certificate of Appreciation, a recognition given to a community building, business

Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council recognizes Fort Bend volunteers for their contributions

or non-registered adult who has given service to the Council or a service unit for several years. It is the first level of Community Awards.

Finally, Texas Treasures Service Unit received the President’s Award. This award recognizes the service unit who meets 10 criteria points and recognizes the efforts of

a geographic area or program delivery team in moving its area toward achievement of the Council’s goals during a fiscal membership year.

GSSJC congratulates this volunteer, church and service unit on their contributions to Girl Scouting as the organization enters its second century of girl leadership.

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My sincere gratitude and thanks go to my family, friends and supporters who all were there for me during the election.

As we all come together, I am truly honored to serve as your next Precinct 4 Constable. I wish to extend a special thanks to the Sugar Land and Missouri City Police Officer Associations for their endorsement and support.

Trever J. NehlsConstable Elect - Precinct 4

Fort Bend County

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Compressed nitrogen has long been used to inflate the tires of race cars and aircraft. Regular air is approximately 78 percent nitrogen, 21 percent oxygen and 1 percent water vapor. The oxygen and water vapor can degrade tires and wheels, shortening tire life. Nitrogen

inflation is now available from many commercial and passenger car dealers.

Slower Inflation Pressure Loss - A tire inflated with regular compressed air will lose about one and a half to two psi of pressure per month. Most of the pressure loss is due to oxygen molecules permeating through the tire rubber. Replacing the air with 95 to 98 percent nitrogen reduces the pressure loss to less than one-half psi per month. Since many drivers do not regularly check their air pressure, nitrogen inflation will allow their tires to maintain proper inflation levels longer. The major benefit of properly inflated tires is optimum

Oxygen can cause oxidation of tire rubber and corrosion of metal and alloy wheels. The water vapor in air can accelerate these processes, especially under pressure like the compressed air in a tire. The corrosive effects of both oxygen and water vapor are multiplied when a tire overheats due to under-inflation. Nitrogen is an inert gas and will not cause corrosion or rust. Nitrogen also will not degrade the seals in air valves, further preventing pressure loss.

Improved Tire Life - Using nitrogen to pressurize tires has benefits over regular air for tire longevity. The greatest threats to tire life are heat and uneven tread wear. Both of these result from improper tire pressure; using nitrogen will maintain a more even tire pressure over the life of a tire. Also, the rubber inner lining of a tire will degrade over time in an air environment. As the rubber lining degrades, air pressure will be lost faster, accelerating the effects of under-pressurization. Nitrogen will not cause the inner lining of a tire to degrade, extending its useful life. According to the Innovative Balancing website, inflating tires with nitrogen can extend tire life up to 25 percent.

Classic Chevrolet Nitrogen for Life - Classic Chevrolet will install Nitrogen in your tires for $39.95 for life. That means when you purchase Nitrogen for your Vehicle, all of your tires that you purchase from Classic Chevrolet Sugar Land for the life of that vehicle we will put nitrogen in them for free.

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I’ve heard that video on my website will improve my search engine rankings. Is this true? How do I start?

It is true. Google especially loves video and for other search engines, it’s an element that positively impacts website exposure.

So, let’s get started. The first step for any video project is to determine your target audience and the effect you want when someone sees the video. Do you want to be called for more information or do you want the audience to feel more comfortable about your product or service? Want the viewer to visit your business? Your trade show? Invest money in your business, or order products from your web site?

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Free Saturday movie matinees this summerFort Bend County Libraries will feature free Saturday Movie Matinees at the First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway, Sugar Land.The special feature on Saturday, June 9, is an animated movie. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this movie is rated PG. Showtime is 2:00 pm, Meeting Room.The movies are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be available. For more information about the featured movies, call the branch library at 281-238-2800 or 281-341-2677.

JUNE 11MOMS Club Missouri City North meets

The monthly meeting will be held Monday, June 11 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Chick-Fil-A, ,6124 Highway 6. Contact Chandra at cgarret27@gmail.com if you would like to attend or for more information about MOMS Club.

Intro to playing chessGet an introduction to playing chess at a summer program at Mamie George Branch Library, 320 Dulles Avenue, Stafford, Monday, June 11, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Nurudin Damani will provide a basic overview of the game, including its history and background. Program free & open to public. Reservations required at 281-238-2880.

Book club to discuss “The Loop”The next meeting of the Sienna Book Club will be Monday, June 11,1:30 pm, Large Conference Room, Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd. Missouri City. The book to be discussed is The Loop, a novel written by Nicholas Evans. Anyone interested in joining this literary-review club is invited to attend. For more info 281-238-2900.

University Branch Library book club to meetThe next meeting of the University Branch Library Book Club will be Monday, June 11, 1:30 pm, in Conference Room 1 of the library, located at 14010 University Blvd in Sugar Land, on the UH campus. The book to be discussed is Dai Sijie’s debut novel, Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress. For more information, call the branch library at 281-633-5100 or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.

JUNE 12Breast Friends Focus & Support to meet

The University of Texas MD Anderson Regional Care Center in Sugar Land is sponsoring the Breast Friends Focus and Support group for the Fort Bend County

Fort Bend Community CalendarBe sure to thank these businesses for sponsoring these community, club and charity weekly happenings

EVERY EFFORT IS MADE TO MAKE SURE EVERY NON-PROFIT EVENT GETS PUBLISHED THE WEEK PRIOR TO YOUR EVENTEmail to: starnews@fortbendstar.com or mail: Fort Bend Star • 4655 Techniplex Dr., Stafford, Texas 77477

Editor's note: Fort Bend Community Calendar are for non-profit events. Deadline is 12 p.m. every Friday. Please keep wording to a mini-mum. Answer the "5 W's": Who, What, When, Where, and Why. Fax us: 281-690-4250; e-mail: StarNews@FortBendStar.com or mail to: Fort Bend Star, 4655 Techniplex Dr., Suite 300, Stafford, Texas 77477.

JUNE 6Coastal Prairie Quilt Guild to meet

The Coastal Prairie Quilt Guild will meet Wednesday, June 6, 7:00 pm, First United Methodist Church of Missouri City, 3900 Lexington Blvd. Patti Hempen is guest speaker and the title of her talk is “Serendipity Sampler”. For more information, go to cpqg.org.

Free Family Law Workshop Fort Bend Lawyers CARE (FBLC) is open to low-income residents only of Fort Bend County with family law questions and is an open forum. Please bring any prior court orders or documents that you have prepared with you. Call Fort Bend Lawyers CARE at 281-239-0015 to pre-qualify. The work-shop will be held from 6:30-8:00 pm (no admittance to the building before 6:30 pm), Child Advocates of Fort Bend, 5403 Avenue N, Rosenberg.

JUNE 7Intro computer classes

Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd,

Missouri City, will present a variety of free, intro-ductory computer classes this month. The class, “How to Set Up a Free Email Account on the Internet,” Thursday, June 7, 7:00 pm, Computer Lab. The classes are free and open to the public. Reservations are required. Participants may register by calling the library at 281-238-2952.

“Live it” nutrition seriesSienna Branch Library, in conjunction with the Fort Bend County Cooperative Extension Program, will present a six-week “Live It!: Real-Life Nutrition” series beginning Thursday, June 7, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, small Meeting Room, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City. Different topics will be dis-cussed each evening. Free and open to the public. Prize drawings will take place at each session. For more info l281-238-2900 or 281-341-2677.

JUNE 8Music in the Plaza

Friday, June 8, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Sugar Land Town Center. Pack your lawn chairs and bring your friends to enjoy live music performed by The Matchsticks!

“Dark At The Top of the Stairs”Cast Theatrical Company presents William Inge’s dramatic classic “Dark At The Top of the Stairs” opening June 8 and runs Friday and Saturday through July 1. Friday and Saturday curtain is 8:00 p.m. Two matinees are scheduled Saturday, June 16, curtain 2:30 p.m., and Sunday July 1, curtain 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 seniors and students $14. Call 832-889-3808 for reservations and tickets. Cast’s Theatre is located in the Vogelsang Antique Emporium, 1909 Ave G, Rosenberg.

Free legal advice by phoneFort Bend Lawyers CARE (FBLC) will offer free advice by phone to low-income Fort Bend County residents Friday, June 8. Call 281-239-0015 to qualify for this service between 10:00 a.m. and noon. The attorney will return calls from 1:00-5:00 p.m. that same day and/or the following Monday.

JUNE 9Sugar Land Superstar

Come out to Sugar Land Town Square Saturday, June 9, 7-9:30 p.m. Sugar Land Superstar is back for its 7th summer. and you don’t want to miss it! Singers will perform in the first round of our American Idol-like competition, and five will be selected to advance to the finals on August 11.

community, Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 p.m. St. Luke’s Sugar Land Hospital campus and takes place the second Tuesday each month. Meetings are open to all breast cancer patients or survivors. No pre-registration is required. For more info Laurie at (281) 566-1908.

Internet safety tips for parentsDeputy Gerard Argao, an officer with the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Crime Prevention Unit, will discuss Internet Safety Tips for Parents, George Memorial Library Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 pm, Room 2B of the library, 1001 Golfview, Richmond. The program is free and open to the public. For more info call 281-341-2677.

JUNE 13Learn how to download eBooks to Kindle

George Memorial Library will present an introductory program, “Krazy About Kindles,” Wednesday, June 13, 10:00 am, Room 2B, George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview, Richmond. Learn how to download eBooks to your Kindle from the library’s online digital library collection, OverDrive. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.

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Sara Lynn Evans, age 49, of Sugar Land TX passed away unexpectedly at home on May 26, 2012.

Sara was born August 4, 1962 in Roswell, NM to Ann and Clyde Roach. She is survived by immediate family, Keith (K.C) Evans; their daughters Alexis Evans, and Shelby Evans; sisters Cathy Burris, Linda Major, Brenda White, and Pamela Mackey; brother David Buchanan; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; and her loving parents Clyde & Ann Roach of White Rock, NM. Sara is preceded in death by her sister Beverly Adams-Mattson.

Sara was born in Roswell, NM and moved to Los Alamos, NM with her parents and family when she was seven. She grew up in Los Alamos, building life-long friendships from elementary through high school. Sara attended New Mexico State University before moving to Dallas in the mid 80’s to pursue her dreams. In 1987 Sara broke her leg during a water ski run that had started out just like any of the hundreds she had ripped through before. Her accident led to a discovery of Ewings Sarcoma and a large tumor just above her knee. A year of intense chemotherapy, surgeries, and radiation treatments followed. While home in Los Alamos taking a break between treatments in Dallas, she went to lunch with Keith Evans, a sales rep at IBM and former middle school sweetheart. KC never went back to work that day and they were married the following year on July 22, 1989 at Holy Faith church in Santa Fe, NM. They had an incredible week with friends and family before the wedding followed by a romantic honey-moon cruise to the U.S. Virgin Islands. Sara gave birth to their first child, Alexis, on November 24, 1991 while on crutches and with a broken metal rod in her leg. After enduring 20-something surgeries on the sick leg over many years, Sara with KC and toddler Alexis at her side, decided it was time to remove the leg that had been trying to dominate her life. A team led by the Chief of Orthopedic Oncology at the National Cancer Institute in Washington D.C performed the surgery just a few weeks after Mother’s Day in 1993. Sara continued to have to fight through chronic nerve pain every single day of her life from then on. She delivered their second baby, Shelby, on November 23, 1994 after making it through the entire pregnancy on one leg. Sara continued to have the balance and grace from her early years of dance as she raised their two young girls and supported KC in the highs and lows of his sales career. Sara made a beautiful home, cooked, catered, transported, and sometimes may have teleported to handle family obligations all the while with a sparkle in her beautiful blue eyes and warmth from her smile that made you feel

important and loved. She used her crutches and prosthetics as an enabler rather than a disability. In August of 1996 the family moved to Houston, TX, settling in Sugar Land the following year to raise their children.

Sara dedicated her life to raising her children. While living in Santa Fe, she also worked in advertising and found time to volunteer on Pajarito Mountain, clearing and stacking wood to improve the ski terrain. She remained in contact with childhood friends Lori Poe-Hinojosa, Julie Montague-Therrien, and Kathryn Taylor-Lloyd whom she loved like her sisters. Sharon Kemmerer and Sara became friends in Sugar Land, seemingly being friends since birth. Sara & KC loved and enlisted help for spiritual and life-

long guidance of Alexis from her god-parents Donna Garcia and Gary Shelton; and for Shelby from her god-parents Sara’s sister Pam and her husband Jerome Mackey. Sara had a great love of softball, following her girls on adventures over hundreds of

miles looking for the toughest competition in Texas. Always the outdoor girl, she loved skiing and learned to use outriggers to keep that fire burning. She loved camping and fishing with her family throughout her life. Friend Lori Poe remembers a motor home vacation as teens through Canada as the trip of a lifetime. Alexis and Shelby learned to fish from their Grandpa Clyde and their mom, while Sara’s mother Ann kept the camp alive and provided much needed backup plans for the occasional time “they all got away”.

Sara volunteered at the girls’ schools helping from the class room to the choir room to the softball fields. Sara also volunteered to help patients and families at Houston’s world-renowned Amputee & Prosthetic center that were facing the life-changing event of an amputation. The look on her patient’s faces was indescribable as she gave them hope for what the future holds and offered herself to them for

emotional support. Although the meetings were emotionally draining, the lives she was helping kept her giving.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday June 5, 2012, 4:00 pm at Fishers of Men Church in Sugar Land. Another service to celebrate Sara’s life will take place in Los Alamos, New Mexico, the third week of July, 2012.

In keeping with Sara’s always unselfish and giving values, the family is donating Sara’s most recent and advanced prosthesis to help change the life of someone else who otherwise could not walk. In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make donations to Limbs of Love at limbsoflove.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Sugar Land Mortuary1818 Eldridge Rd.Sugar Land, Texas 77478Ph. 281.277.1818

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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

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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

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FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • 281-499-35023900 Lexington Blvd., Missouri 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

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

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FISHERS 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

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

SUGAR LAND METHODIST CHURCH • 281-491-6041431 Eldridge Road, Sugar Land, TX 77478Sunday Worship: 9:00am, 11:15amChildren, Youth and Adult Bible Study: 10:10amwww.sugarlandmethodist.org

“Blow ye the trumpet in Zion, and sound an alarm in my holy mountain: let all the inhabitants of the land tremble: for the

day of the LORD cometh, for it is nigh at hand.”

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Learn how to make pearl-knotted jewelry

Learn how to create custom-designed jewelry pieces at a special “Pearl-Knotting Workshop” on Wednesday, June 13, 2:00 pm, iSmall Meeting Room, University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land, on the UH campus. Program is free and open to the public. Reservations are required. Participants may register by calling 281-633-5100.

JUNE 14Humanitarian of the Year event

The annual Humanitarian of the Year Event, sponsored by the Fort Bend Rotary Club and honoring Bob and Carole Brown, will be held at the Safari Ranch at 6:30 p.m. on June 14. For info call Sunny Sharma (713) 504 2343 or Maria Sutherland (281) 240-0122.

ONGOINGBNI lunch chapter meets weekly

A Business Network International (BNI) lunch time chapter has formed in the Sugar Land area. Meetings are each Thursday from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Lasagna House, Sugar Land Town Center. Cost $15. For more information, contact Scott Bernstein at 713-787-9500. Mommy and Me at Vineyards church

Telfair Toastmasters Club relocates

The Telfair Toastmasters Club announces new meeting location at the Fort Bend University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd. behind the U of H Sugar Land Branch, just off Highway 59. Telfair Toastmasters meets every Monday night from 7:15 to about 8:15 PM. Membership is open to all area resi-dents.Urban Harvest Farmers Market

Sugar Land Town Square Thursdays, from 4-7 p.m. June 7, 14, 21, 28.

Vendors will have a variety of fresh and local produce and other items available for purchase. The market runs weekly.

Fitness in the PlazaSugar Land Town Square, Fridays, from 9-11 a.m., June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, each Friday morning for Fitness in the Plaza featuring FREE Boot Camp from 9-10 a.m. followed by Zumba from 10 -11 a.m.

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 mike@reichekfi-nancial.com.

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Dear Editor,I read with interest the

letter from “Name withheld by request” in the May 16 issue and the articles in the May 23 issue, and feel that a response is in order. The Board of Directors of the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District (CAD) is committed to providing the best possible service to Fort Bend County property owners. Toward that goal, every visitor to the Fort Bend CAD office is asked to complete a Property

Owner’s Survey rating the service received in a wide range of categories. The results of these surveys are compiled and carefully reviewed at each monthly Board Meeting. This information is a matter of public record. These surveys consistently show favorable ratings of approximately 90% in all categories.

The Board takes seriously the 10% of surveys expressing unfavorable opinions. The reasons arevevaluated and improvements are sought where possible. Any property owner can request a telephone call to discuss concerns, and that call will be made. In

addition, any property owner can address the Board at the beginning of each Board Meeting (held the third Monday of each month at 5:15 P.M.).

The Board cannot, by law, be involved in setting appraisal values. That is the job of the Fort Bend CAD staff who derive property values based on actual sales, regardless of whether they are increasing or decreasing and following nationwide appraisal methods. The Texas Property Code specifies the steps available to all property owners in resolving appraisal value disagreements: starting with an Informal discussion with the Fort Bend CAD staff, formal Protest hearing before the Appraisal Review Board (an independent, impartial group of citizens appointed by the Administrative District Judge), an appeal to an independent arbitrator appointed by the Texas Comptroller, and finally an appeal to the State District Court.

The Fort Bend CAD does not set tax rates (this is done by the taxing entities governing body) nor does it collect taxes. This is done by a separate organization, the Fort Bend County Tax

Fort Bend CAD Taxpayer Liaison Officer responds to lettersAssessor/Collector’s office and others which are not involved in the appraisal process.

The Texas Comptroller’s office conducts audits of the Fort Bend CAD, comparing sales price to appraised value and verifying the districts procedures and processes. Poor performance

can result in penalties to the school districts. The Fort Bend CAD consistently receives high marks in these reviews.

Allan MoodyTaxpayer Liaison OfficerFort Bend Central Appraisal District281-727-9111

Congratulations to FBISD students Sofia Chang of Cornerstone Elementary School and Brian Tran of Baines Middle School on being named winners in the 2012 Dana Kay Barber Student Writing Awards Competition.

The contest welcomed more than 400 poetry and prose submissions from students in PreK – 12th grade classes of teachers who completed a three-week writing institute sponsored by the Abydos Learning International/New Jersey Writing Project in Texas.

Brian earned 2nd place in the Grades 6-8 Prose category for his entry titled, “Hide and

Two Dana Kay Barber Writing Award winners named in Fort Bend ISD

Seek.” His teacher is Linda Flaxman. Sofia won 3rd place in the Grades 3-5 Prose category for her entry, “Secret of the Bermuda Triangle.” Sofia’s teacher is Sarah Dean.

The awards were announced at the Abydos Learning International/New Jersey Writing Project in Texas Trainers’ and Teachers’ Annual Conference.

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COMMONWEALTH PARK – Wow a rare find. Sellers added >$60,000 garage apartment w/it own AC/Heater & water heater. The 5th bedrm & extra room dimentions are for the gar. apart.(the bedrm & living rm). It has a open concept kit. w/2 burner elec. range, sink w/window & under cabinet refrig., counter & cabinet space. Full bath & 2 walkin closets. Could also be a great home office or gameroom & media room. The main house has a Lg.upgraded island kit.new(4/11)appl.,granite counters,hardwoods,2’’blinds,wet bar, gateddrive $349,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM3819SM)

LAKES OF AUSTIN PARK – ‘’Resort Style Living’’-enjoy this Tropical Oasis in your own back yard! Deep wooded lot. Sparkling Lagoona style (heated) pool with large spa & tanning ledge! Plenty of yard left for entertaining, children’s play area etc. Extended pressed concrete patio. Outdoor covered Lanai with ceiling fans & recess lighting! $274,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM4427GC)

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THE HIGHLANDS SEC 1 – Pride of ownership shows through-out. Many updates & upgrades! Has a flex room. 4th Bedroom could be a study. Kitchen has granite countertops & updated appliances. Replaced all sliding glass doors with French doors. Tile floors & berber carpet. Large back yard patio with lush garden. Great location & area schools. $149,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM1814TS)

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GREATWOOD ARBOR – Stunning showcase home from beginning to end! Grand 2 story entry w/curved staircase. Customs built-ins thru-out. Dble French doors to study. Lg living rm w/soaring ceilings, built-in entertain. ctr. Open concept kit. w/island, SS appls., convec. microwave & tons of cabinets & counter space. Brkfast rm overlooking extend. cov. patio w/lush landscaping. Hg exec. master ste w/sitting area & grand bath w/hg walk-in closet w/fabulous built-ins! Lg gamerm. up. J&J bath.Plantation Shutters, Must See! $355,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM7618TR)

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 $365,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM7934AT)

COMMONWEALTH ESTATES – Exquisite Perry home with state size lot adorned by mature Pecan Trees. Grand elevation with usable balcony. Custom kit. cabinets exhibit an intriguing showcase design. Granite countertops w/SS appliances. Popular 5’’ distressed hardwoods in foyer & dining rm. Hg. gamerm up & study w/wall of built-ins. Master bedrm overlooks lush landscaped sculpted pavered patio,hot tub & backyd. Doubled paned windows & Plantation Shutters! Updated light fixtures, 3 car garage, sprinkler sys & room for a pool! $390,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM4407SM)

COMMONWEALTH PARK – Magnificant Grand 5/6 Bedroom Perry Home. Has 3 living and a study down. 6th bedrm could be 2nd study up or media room. Fabulous curb appeal with huge backyd/patio & room for a pool & play area. Backs to Greenbelt. Lg. island Kitchen w/Granite countertops & breakfast bar. Formals w/hardwoods. Wall of Built-ins in both studies & family rm. Panaramic View of landscaped backyard from master, family & breakfast room. 2’’ wood blinds thru-out. Updated A/C,Furnace,Water Heaters & Roof. Water softner $399,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM54SB)

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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. $339,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM3739SB)

COMMONWEALTH ESTATES – Breathtaking entertainment size hm w/warmth & charm! Formals w/hardwoods. Downstairs library w/built-in shelves & Fr. Doors. Family rm. w/wall of windows overlooking pool/spa. Renovated kit. w/custom 46’’ cabinets w/15’’ deep shelves & granite counters. Built-in hutch w/glass enlays. Hg. granite island w/breakfast bar. 18’’tile floors on the diagonal. Updated light fixtures. Hg. bay window seat in breakfast rm. Upstairs media rm/study/6th bedroom w/wall of built-ins. 3 car insulated gar. w/A/C. $574,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM4415SM)

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COMMONWEALTH PARK – Fabulous Nemark Home w/a canopy of stately oak trees that accent the entry for spectacular greeting for your guests when they arrive. Grand 2 story foyer w/new tile flring (3/12) flanked w/ spacious formals (great to entertain). Open family rm, breakfast & kit.concept w/corner brick frpl., kit. w/granite island, counters & brkfst bar. 18’’ tile flring., updated blk appl. package/smooth ceramic top elec. range &walkin pantry.Updated master bath. New carpet(3/12), 30’x15’covered patio w/2 lit.fans $280,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM78BR)

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 $325,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM5419BS)

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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)

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)

COMMONWEALTH ESTATES – Breathtaking entertainment size hm w/warmth & charm! Formals w/hardwds. Downstrs library w/builtin shelves & Fr. doors. Den w/wall of windows overlooking pool/spa. Renovated kit. w/custom 46’’ cabinets w/15’’ deep shelves & granite counters. Built-in hutch w/glass enlays. Hg. granite island w/breakfast bar. 18’’ tile flrs on the diagonal. Updated light fixtures. Hg. bay window seat in brkfst rm. Upstrs media rm/study/6th bedrm w/wall of builtins. 3 car insulated gar. w/A/C. New carpet 3/12. $449,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM4415SM)

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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)

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. $220,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM9139ST)

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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. $424,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM35PE)

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Becky FaustABR, CIPS, CRS, GRI

713-828-9007RE/MAX Fine Properties281-265-5533 • Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

SUNRISE MEADOWWonderful 4 bedroom 2 bath home in new, quiet subdivision in Richmond/Rosenberg. Study with French doors, great master & lots of closets. Big kitchen & breakfast open to the family room with high ceilings. Big corner lot. In the 140’s. (4410SU)

QUAIL VALLEY 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, former builder’s model home, wood floors living & dining, tile in wet areas. Big master with high ceilings, great closet with built-ins & bath. Nice kitchen & pantry. Gameroom up. Nice yard, pretty landscaping. $167,900 Shade trees, big patio. Come look! (2810OA)

QUAIL VALLEY GLENN LAKESWelcome to this huge home with 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, sunroom & pool on the golf course. You can enjoy the view all year ‘round from the balcony overlooking it all! The master is down with separate dressing areas, built-in dressers, huge closet, sunken marble tub. Replaced appliances, too. $229,400 & ready to sell! (2047MA)

SCOTTSDALE3/2/2 • $129,900

NEW CARPET, FRESH PAINT, EXTRA ROOMWITH BUILT INS, A MUST SEE!

MEADOWS PLACE

S. KIRKWOOD3/2.1/2 $104,900

WOOD LAMINATE FLOORS, BEDROOMS UP

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MULHOLLAND5/3/2 • $149,500

MASTER DOWN, SOME TILE & HARDWOOD

MEADOWS

HOGGARD4/2/2 • $144,500

UPDATED KITCHEN, FRESH PAINT, BOTH FORMALS

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BRIGHTON4/2/2 • $132,500

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AVALON • TRENDMAKER BUILDER. OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH MANY UPGRADES INCLUDING GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, CUSTOM BLINDS, AND BUILT-INS. ZONED TO GREAT SCHOOLS INCLUDING CLEMENTS HIGH SCHOOL. CONVENIENT LOCATION WITH EASY ACCES TO HWY 59, FIRST COLONY MALL AND MEDICAL FACILITIES. $398,788. Call Brooks Simmons to see!!!! 713-502-8905

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SIENNA PLANTATION • Located in the very exclusive acreage neighborhood of Forest Isle in Sienna Plantation,this is a gated area that will have approximately 6 homes. This lot is the only one with waterfront views. At 4.8 acres, there is plenty of room for your mansion. Only the finest approved custom home builders will be allowed to build. $859,000. Call Brooks Simmons to see!!!! 713-502-8905

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SIENNA PLANTATION • LARGE LOT IN THE FOREST, A CUSTOM ACREAGE NEIGHBORHOOD IN SIENNA PLANTATION. lOATED ON A QUIET CUL DE SAC, BACKS UP TO FLAT BANK CREEK, AND THERE ARE NO BACK YARD NEIGHBORS. $149,500. Call Brooks Simmons to see!!!! 713-502-8905

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PECAN GROVE PLANTATION: Charming 1-Story Home offers Spacious Living Rm w/Gas Log F/P; Updated Kitchen w/Granite & SS Appliances; Master Bath w/His & Her Closets; 3 Bedrms/2 Baths. $134,900. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (2123OD)

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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 $674,900. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (906GO)

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3823 STOCKBRIDGE DR • COMMONWEALTH PARK: Grand 2-Story Perry Designed Home offers Library, Huge Family & Game Rms, SS Appliances; Lots of Closet Space; Wood & Tile Flrs; Close to Lake; Zoned to Excellent Schools! 5 Bedrms/3.1 Baths/ 2 D $434,900. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (3823ST)

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GRAND MISSION: 1.5-Story David Weekley Home; 3 Bedrms; Private Study; Large Kitchen w/Granite & 42” Cabinets; 2nd Flr Game Rm; Oversized Patio. $189,900. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (7411CG)

SIENNA PLANTATION: Beautiful 2-Story Designed Home; Tile & Wood Flrs; Granite Counters; SS Appliances; Both Formals + Family; 1st Flr Master & Guest Quarters; Extensive Landscaping; 4/3.1/3A. $499,900 Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (8907LE)

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Selling Ft. Bend’s finest homes since 1985.

SUGARWOOD: Beautiful 2-Story Home offers Both Formals, Granite Counters, 1st Flr Master, Wood Deck + Covered Patio, Boat Dock on Oyster Creek. 5/3.1/2. $299,900 Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (3123SC)

SUTTON FOREST: Gorgeous 2-Story Home offers Both Formals + Family, Study, Island Kitchen w/ Stainless Appliances & Wine Cooler, Wood & Tile Flrs; Game Rm, Concrete Stamped Covered Patio; 5/3.1/3D $463,500. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (5107CA)

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20k in upgrades. 4/2.5/2 with pool. New a/c 6/11, updated kit. w/granite counters, wood floors in entry way & den. Lg. master has Large walk-in closet, hallway bath has 2 separate sinks. Wet bar. neutral color carpet.Computer space in kitchen. easy access to 59 Fwy. Cable hook up. All iron rod fence, golf course view. Gas log w/blower. Utility indoor. (3426 ct)

3426 Covey • Trail Quail Valley $170,000

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Price reduced again for quick sale. Nice starter home with great layout in the quiet Parkhollow Place community. All bedroom upstairs, huge Master bedroom w/walk-in closet and balcony.

PARK HOLLOW2910SPLoverly 2 story home with 4-5 bedrooms & game room up. Large Master suite downstairs w/walk-in closets. Study can be second bedroom downstairs. Nice kitchen opens to family room and morning area w/plenty of cabinets & kitchen island cook top.

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www.ftbendproperties.comSIENNA • Two years old. Beautiful features. Master down. Media room. Gameroom, living, & dining rooms. (3502CG)

4/3.5/3 • $319,000

AUSTIN PARK • Very updated. Master down. Many updates: granite, hardwoods, and more.

4/3.5/2 • $279,900

RIVER EDGE • Lakefront! Stunning and ap-pointed home. Large dining,formal living room open. Island Kitchen with large pantry. Their exercise room down could be second bedroom. Master with sitting area. Large list of upgrades including plantation shutters,media room wired for projection system. Two story covered patio overlooking beautiful lake. (107WB)

5/3.5/2 • $324,900

JUST REDUCEDWOODSTREAM • 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

SALE PENDINGNEW LISTINGTELFAIR • Walking distance to pool, lake, park. Large liv-ing, dining, den. Island kitchen, gameroom up, study upstairs could be 5th bedroom. Master down. (6730AE)

4-5/3.5/2 • $287,900

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2323 Town CenTerSugar Land

281-980-5050

WALLIS TX – 24.6-acre ranch in an incredible country setting, enjoy a peaceful retreat away from the hustle of city life. Ag-exempt, great for raising cattle & horses. Custom built w/many features – gourmet kit, Oak cbnts, granite cntrs & backsplash, Living rm w/FP & Oak shelves. Master w/Bamboo flrs, high ceilings, FP & spa-like bathrm. 40x75 barn w/bathrm & kitchen. $895,000 The Arroyos Team 832-282-9115 (1430DO)

LAKE OLYMPIA – Gorgeous Stucco home in exclusive gated area! Well maintained. Many updates. French drs, gamerm, study or formal living, formal dining, wood flrs, master down, large backyard & more! Close to marina, pool & fishing. Quail Valley golf course minutes away, also schools, shopping & dining! $295,000 Lane Pearson 713-857-4416 (4407OF)

PLANTATION CREEK – Spacious well-maintained 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath home nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac in First Colony. Formal dining rm & large gamerm. Master suite down. Granite cntrs, custom paint, ceramic tile, crown molding & custom shutters. Walking distance to Lexington Creek Elem, close to First Colony Mall & easy access to Hwy 59 & Hwy 6. $229,900 The Arroyos Team 832-282-9115 (2411GO)

WEST BEND – Colonial w/large front porch on nearly 3 full lots & fenced. Lots of yard for gardens. Mature landscaping/trees. Many recent improvements! Large den/family rm w/10 ft ceilings, rough cut Oak beams, French doors, surround sound speakers. Unfinished study c/b 4th bdrm. Missouri City area…Low Taxes! $109,900 Lane Pearson 713-857-4416 (6315WB)

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SAVANNAH – Wonderful 4 bedroom home perfect for growing family. Wood floors in den, dining, study. Tile in kitchen. Oversized gameroom. Huge backyard. Short walk to area pool, park, etc. Close to schools. $178,000. MLS# 49895264 (14209RB)

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SUGAR LAND – This former model home has everything a family could want. Beauti-ful wood flooring in formals and den. Gour-met island kitchen. Master suite down and 4 spacious bedrooms up. Plus huge gam-eroom. Custom heated pool/spa and flag-stone decking! No back neighbors! MLS# 78636943 $315,000. (13919BV)

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QUAIL VALLEY – LOCATION & VALUE!! Lo-cation just a few short steps to the new Com-munity Center! 5 BR home - or 4 BR plus media room. Open floor plan w/formal dining, study, master down & oversized family room open to updated kitchen. Covered patio area for family BBQ’s & det. 3 car gar. w/plenty of room. Over-sized corner lot, walking distance to golf course. MLS# 89713450 $187,500. (2902NB)

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PECAN GROVE - Pride of ownership shows in this 4 bed, 2/1 bath home. Beau-tifully updated with real wood floors in din-ing and den. Remodeled kitchen w/Granite counters, tile backsplash, master bath w/ all new counters, sinks, mirrors, shower, even toilet! Master down, 3 big bedrooms and gameroom up. MLS# 21443044 $179,500 (3530TI)

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SILVER RIDGE – Everything is special about this home! 1.8 acres of serene lakefront property. Beautifully customized w/ hardwoods, granite, lighting, fixtures – too numerous to list all. Master down w/room-sized closet. HUGE gameroom up. Formals, Study, 4 bed, 3 ½ bath, and 4-car garage! Fabulous covered patio area. Your own private paradise! $598,000. MLS# 26273044 (4710AL)

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LAKE OLYMPIA - Fabulous open floor plan perfect for growing families. All 4 bedrooms up, spacious formal living & dining on 1st floor. Updated kitchen with Granite counters, undermount sink. Gleaming wood floors in breakfast and family room. French doors open to backyard. Sits across from nature reserve so no neighbors in front. MLS # 21372600 $167,000. (2726PV)

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JOELLA MULLIS

281-507-6810281-491-1776

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SHADOW CREEKOwner transferred! One story with higher ceilings, and very open floor plan.Two sided fireplace opens to living & dining-spacious kitchen & breakfast area-master bath w/seperate shower & tub, along w/closet organizers in spacious closet! Wood deck in large backyard-plenty of room for the kids & pets. Brick & stone on the front! Walk to Elementary. $149,900 (2505SF)

PECAN GROVEBeautiful four bedroom w/gameroom in golf course community! Spacious kitchen w/ granite countertops that opens to large living area-great for entertaining! L.wood flooring thoughout most of downstairs, including staircase. Master w/bay window. Bath w/ seperate shower & wirlpool. Large gameroom upstairs along w/spacious guest rooms. $199,900 (2022QU)

WESTON LAKESBeautiful home on over 1/2 acre, 3 car garage, salt water pool with waterfall, slide, and spa! Vacation in your own backyard! Gorgeous interior with hardwood floors, two story living area, large island kitchen with silestone countertops, stainless appliances, granite in master bath, iron balisters on staircase, and the list goes on! Golf course community with manned security gate! Low taxes! $399,900 (32619WH)

QUIL VALLEYA REAL BEAUTY! Updated by an Interior Designer and it shows! From the brick pavered floors in kitchen and entry, to the beautiful granite countertops and stainless appliances. Really pretty lam. wood floors, high ceilings, and corner fireplace make this living area a ‘’show stopper’’! Beautiful formal dining with lam. wood and corner windows are truley elegant! $154,900 (3418GL)

CINCO RANCHTrendmaker in sought after Section 19 of Cinco Ranch! Walk to water park! Hardwoods & tile thoughout downstairs, carpet in BR. Iron spindles on staircase in grand entry. Granite on all countertops, surround sound, SS Appls.,’’secret’’room, four full baths, study could be 6 bedroom, & even a laundry shute! 3 car garage w/12’’ extension! Home still looks new! $319,000 (10006TO)

LAKE OLYMPIACustom Four bedroom with higher ceilings in natural lake community-gameroom up-wood floors throughout most of downstairs-plantation shutters, art niches, butlers pantry, lots of storage! Very open plan, rounded breakfast room, two staircases, dramatic entry. Two car w/portocochere, and workshop. Descending steps into pool from covered patio-raised hot tub- private backyard. $369,900 (2510PE)

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RICHMOND!Built in 2007! 1 story 3 bedrooms 2 baths. Granite counters, formal dining and very open floor plan. Huge family room and covered wood patio outside. All located on culdesac street. Priced to go $140’s and $1,000 towards buyers closing costs.

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SUGAR LAND/FIRST COLONY!

Over 3100 sqft! 4 bedrooms / 3.5 baths, Study & gameroom. Totally updated!! Big culdesac lot! Priced to go $280’s

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SUGAR LAND/FIRST COLONY!2 story 4 bedrooms 2.5 bath Original Owners! All new interior & exterior paint, updated kitchen with granite. Tile & hardwood floors thru-out! Built in 1998. Huge culdesac lot. Master down/gameroom up. Priced to go in the $200’s

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With a pool comes responsibility: Don’t let fun in the sun turn to tragedyBy Jane Penan SpellmanAllstate Exclusive Agent

Approximately one-third of children who drown each year lose their life in a residential swimming pool while in the care of one or both parents. It’s jolting facts like these that have

led many cities to enact pool safety ordinances and many property insurance companies to require homeowners with pools to install basic safeguards to meet eligibility guidelines.

Before buying a pool, whether it’s in-ground or above-ground, it’s important to check out all the

facts: what are your liabilities, what kind of safeguards does your municipality require, how will it affect your homeowners insurance, and how much will these safeguards and additional insurance coverage cost?

Taking care of these issues may sound like a drag, but doing so will save money and heartache down the road.

First, it’s important to know that a pool is considered an “attractive nuisance.” In other words, swimming pools are thought to be too tempting to resist, especially to children. Your kids may sneak out the patio door when you’re not looking, or neighborhood kids may trespass to get to the pool when you’re out of town.

These are the types of scenarios that the safety requirements of towns and insurance companies typically address. Other factors like diving boards, visibility from the street and whether the pool is in-ground may affect the insurability of the swimming pool.

Most cities require all residential swimming pools to have a barrier around them . An example of an acceptable barrier would be a perimeter fence that is at least 6 feet tall. Most residential pools are required to have a gate with a latch at a certain height, and some must have pool alarms systems.

While most homeowners

policies include a minimum of $100,000 of liability protection, you may want to consider increasing the amount to $300,000 or $500,000. In addition, you may consider purchasing an umbrella liability policy which typically costs about $200-$400 annually for $1 million in liability protection above what you already have on your home.

Beyond the liability issues, there are some common sense safety measures that every responsible pool owner should follow to keep children and adults out of harm’s way.

• Create layers of protection. Set up as many barriers as possible to make it difficult for a child to get to the pool such as door alarms, fencing, safety covers and locks.

• Make sure everyone in the household knows how to swim, has a basic knowledge of pool safety and knows the pool rules. CPR training is also encouraged.

• Never leave toys or floats in the pool when it’s not in use.

• Keep life-saving gear such as a first aid kit, reaching poles and buoys readily available and in proper working condition

• Children should always be supervised while in the pool.

• Keep children away from filters and devices with suction force that may cause injury or drowning.

You can reach Jane Spellman at 281-242-3222.

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Three additional First Colony Swim Team athletes have committed to collegiate swimming this fall. This makes a total of 8 members of the FCST “Class of 2012” who will continue their swimming carriers in colleges across the country.

Antoine Marc, graduating from Westside High School, will swim for Texas A&M while studying Molecular & Cellular Biology. He’s a distance swimmer having gone to the state high school meet in the 500 freestyle and has

Pictured L to R: Antoine Marc, Sydney Hodges, Clemen Dulac.

Fort Bend Christian Academy football place kicker Andrew Ferguson has signed a letter of intent to play football at NCAA Division III Trinity University in San Antonio. Ferguson scored 81 points last fall, connecting on 42 extra points and a perfect 13 out of 13 field goals. He also proved to be a great weapon on kick­offs, consistently kicking the ball in the end zone. Ferguson was named TAPPS 4A 1st Team All­District and All­State in 2011. The son of Shannon and Steve Ferguson of Sugar Land, Andrew plans to study engineering at Trinity.

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Boy Scout Troop 1424, chartered to New Hope Lutheran Church, Missouri City, is pleased to announce that Travis Cotton Gore was officially awarded the rank of Eagle Scout by the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America at an Eagle Court of Honor held on May 20, 2012 at New Hope Lutheran.

He joined Cub Scout Pack 1030 at age six. Pack 1030 was merged into Pack 282 at Palmer Elementary where Travis moved up to and completed Webelos, earning his Arrow of Light in 2006. He joined Troop 1424 in 2007 and served in a number of leadership positions culminating in his recent election as Assistant Senior Patrol Leader. He will serve as Senior Patrol Leader beginning this Fall.

Travis has been an active member of Troop 1424 participating in numerous summer and winter camps, patrol campouts, and service projects. He has attended all three BSA High Adventure camps (Philmont in NM, Seabase in FL, and Northern Tier in MN) earning the Charles L. Sommers Triple Crown Award. He will be returning to Philmont this summer.

Travis’ Eagle Project was the upgrading of pathways leading through the New Hope Lutheran Prayer Garden to their outdoor chapel to make it safer and more

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First Colony Swim Team athletes commit to college teamsqualified for Spring Junior Nationals in several events.

Sydney Hodges, graduating from Travis High School, will swim for M.I.T. in the fall while studying Chemical Engineering. She was the Travis MVP for four years setting multiple school records. She’s also a Sectional qualifier in six events.

Clement Dulac, graduating from Clements High School, will swim for East Carolina University in the fall while studying Sports Management. He went to the state high school meet in four events and qualified

for Spring Junior Nationals in 3 events. He is also the FCST record holder in these events.

First Colony Swim team is USA Gold Medal Swim Club established 31 years ago. They have eight swimmers qualified for the 2012 Olympic Trials. Under the coaching direction of Allison Beebe, FCST is very proud of these Senior Elite swimmers for continuing their swimming at the collegiate level.

For more information on FCST please visit their website at: www.swimfcst.com/swim

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accessible to church members and the community, as well as mulching of the Prayer Garden. Upgrading of the pathways involved the removal of soil, installation of pathway edging and placement and compaction of granite gravel. Travis’ crew completed this project in August 2011.

Travis is completing his sophomore year in the Math and Science Academy at Dulles High School where he is also a member of the school soccer team. He plans to study and pursue a career in Petroleum Engineering.

Travis is the son of Dean and Joanne Gore of Missouri City and the brother of Whitney Gore of Tyler, Texas.

The City of Sugar Land is looking for citizen input as they craft a master plan for pedestrian and bicycle usage. Residents may visit www.sugarlandtx.gov/pedbike to take a survey, provide feedback, complete an online mapping activity, sign up for e­mail updates and learn about future public meetings. The next meeting is scheduled on June 25, from 6­8 p.m., at City Hall, 2700 Town Center Blvd. North.

The updated plan will identify a network of pedestrian and bicycle routes throughout Sugar Land. The intent is to utilize existing and future routes for both recreational and mobility­related purposes.

Based on public feedback, the plan should identify origins and destinations; determine where better connections are needed; specify how connections should be made (i.e., on­street, off­street); identify preferred route types (i.e., trails, bike lanes, shared lanes); and improve challenging crossings such as U.S. Highway 59, State Highway 6, U.S. Highway 90A, the Brazos River, and the railroad.

Darren Glynn, civilian contractor Corporal Jarrod Wayman, USMCSgt. Simon Gutierrez, USMCPvt. Marques Roberson, U.S. ArmyCapt. Daniel Seiter, U.S. ArmyMike Carroll, 1st Lieutenant, USMCDan Carroll, 1st Lieutenant, USMCHenry Blassingame, contractor SPC Christopher Kimrey, U.S. ArmySgt. Bryan Lemmon, USMCPvt. Ezequiel Grimaldo, U.S. ArmyCapt. Matthew Fox, U.S. ArmyCpl. Jason Lee Mejorado, USMCAirman Oscar Mejorado II, USAFSeaman Jacob G. Mejorado, USNCapt. Richard Carrell, USAFSgt. Jeffrey A. WIlliams, USMC Sgt. Holly K. Williams, USMC Maj. William J. Stoesser, U.S. ArmyAirman Caleb J. Powell, USAFCpl. Erick Tijerina, USMCLCDR James D. Shaw, U.S. NavyTSgt. Daniel Vargas, USAFLCpl. Jeffrey B. Brock, USMCFC2 Penny McGaughy, U.S. NavyLCpl. Raymond Padilla, Jr., USMCLCpl. Robert Originales, Jr., USMCPFC Patrick Fege, U.S. ArmyCorporal Jonathon Ross, USMCCapt. Clay Bland, U.S. ArmyCapt. Hunter Bland, U.S. ArmyLCpl. Michael Gomez, USMCPFC Eli Harrington, USMCLCpl. “Trey” L. Chapa III, USMC Lt. Col. Bentley Nettles, U.S. ArmyCpl. Jose R. Zepeda, USMCJerry Zepeda, civilian contractorFR Brad Lindsey, U.S. Navy Capt. Chris Taylor, U.S. Army LCpl. Michael Pereira, USMC LCpl. Kevin Canada, USMCSPC Donald McPaul, U.S. ArmySSgt. Percy Engineer, U.S. ArmyLCpl. Douglas R. Johnson, USMCSgt. Jerome Estrada, USMCSSgt. Joseph Crow, USAFDaNetra D. Pittman, Civilian ConractorAirman Shannon Fleming, U.S. NavyCorporal Jake Crocker, USMCCorporal Armando Olivares, USMC

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Brazos Bend Elementary School third­grade student, Victor Taylor II, was accepted to the Children’s Museum of Houston’s 2012­2013 Kids’ Committee.

He was surprised with the announcement during his school’s third­grade awards program on May 29.

The Kids’ Committee is comprised of 25 children, aged 8 to 12, who are dedicated to helping the museum be a better place for children.

As a committee member, Victor will help provide a kid’s perspective for the museum on everything from exhibit development to programming.

Pictured following the third-grade awards ceremony at Brazos Bend Elementary School are (from left) Cliff Nickel, assistant principal at Brazos Bend Elementary School; Dawana and Victor Taylor, parents of the honoree; Victor Taylor II, Kids’ Committee member; and Brazos Bend Elementary School third-grade teachers Marylou Wood and Jamie Olson. [photo, BBE Children’s Museum]

Brazos Bend Elementary School student selected for Children’s Museum Kids’ Committee

Despite warnings from her parents, Pinkalicious can't stop eating pink cupcakes! Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor's office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe ­ a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament.

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for this off Broadway smash hit, Pinkalicious, showing weekday mornings at 10 am and Saturday and Sundays at 3 pm, June 9 – 30. With tickets for adults and children only $8.00, this delightful children’s musical will sell out fast, so don’t delay! Purchase tickets online at the FBT website, fortbendtheatre.com.

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Man robs First National Bank in Sugar Land

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displayed a pistol, and demanded money. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of cash the suspect left without physically injuring either of the employees that were present at the time.

The suspect was described as

Reports indicate that while to crooks were loot’n cars, the owners were oblivious… inside the gun store….shop’n! Musta’ been one of those frenzies! A sale?, well, ya know…

So, this begs the question -

of Sheriff. The race moved along with Brady raising upwards to a half million dollars for a job that would actually require him to take a pay cut. It is interesting to note that all three of Brady’s opponents combined spent less than one quarter of the money raised or spent by Craig Brady.

are these crooks stupid or do they have a death wish? Well, based on what has happened so far… they could just be gutsy.

Because so far, the crooks are one up on the cops! During their little spree in the parking lot – where NO shots were fired! - the crooks got away with a flat of ammo, 2 shotguns and a briefcase from inside 3

different cars. Now mind you - that was all

under the watchful eye of 130 surveillance cameras.

You can bet the end to this story has yet to be written! But regardless, both sets of dummies are armed now, the crooks, and the frenzied shoppers, who left their firearms unattended, in the car!

a Black male between 5’ 9” to 6’l", he was believed to be 20 to 25 years of age, with a thin build and brown eyes. He was wearing a bandana over his mouth, a grey shirt and jeans, said Adolph. The suspect fled the scene in a bright red car, possibly a Dodge Neon, that was being driven by another black man.

Anyone with information should call the Sugar Land Police Department at (281) 275-2540 or Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers at (281) 342-TIPS (8477).

For online viewers - Surveillance Video Available at www.sugarlandtx.gov/_blind/robbery_5-30-12/

In the ever evolving campaign strategies, social media was a platform for several of the candidates and their supporters in their effort to spread their message. In some cases it appeared to be beneficial, in other cases it may have backfired onto the candidate. It was an amazing race to watch unfold--complete with questionable characters,

massive amounts of money, bad behavior, and poor judgment.

On election night when the early voting numbers were released, Troy Nehls was way out front and never looked back. In early voting Nehls garnered 56.52% of the vote with 11,062 votes, Brady was at 33.20% with 6,497, Teague with 6.90% and Minchew with 3.39%.

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results posted by the Fort Bend County Elections Office at the end of the night on May 29, 2012 and total votes tallied, Troy Nehls handily won the Republican nomination for sheriff of Fort Bend County with 54.80% of the Republican vote with 18,906 votes.

Brady ended the night with 34.48% of the vote and 11,895 votes, Teague at 7.02% with 2,422 votes and Minchew at 3.70% with 1,276 votes. Interestingly if all the votes for Brady, Teague, and Minchew were added together, there would still not have been the much anticipated runoff.

Now that the candidates for the Republican and Democratic parties have been selected in the race for the next sheriff of Fort Bend County, Republican Troy Nehls and Democratic nominee Michael Ellison, who ran unopposed, will ready themselves and their parties for the November general election.

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center shows one of the men distracting an employee at the front desk while the other man walked to the locker rooms.

Further, cameras in the parking

wearing a black baseball cap with no logo. He wore large-framed black glasses with clear lenses. He had a beard and mustache and was described as being about 5'5". He was wearing a gray shirt and dark pants with dress shoes. The teller estimated his age to be in his 30s.

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a violation. But copyright law protects derivative works. If you use an original source to make a copy it is a violation no matter how many changes you make to that original source,” Jaasma said. Pack contends that in Glenn’s eagerness to complete the project, he did not begin with an original drawing, the standard first step in creating an original sculpture, but used photographs of “The Guardian” as his starting

the apprehension and filing of charges on the suspect 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.

lot showed the men enter a silver passenger car, park it next to a van, then one of the men gets into the van before both drove away in the car. Both are also on the Target surveillance video.

One suspect was described as a Hispanic male in his late

20s to early 30s, about 5' 10", and weighing 240 pounds. He was wearing a blue shirt and had a tattoo on the back of his neck. The second suspect was described as a white male in his late 20s to early 30s, 5'10", and weighing 180 pounds. The

duo was driving a silver or gray vehicle with a sunroof.

Anyone with information should call the Sugar Land Police Department at (281) 275-2540 or Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers at (281) 342-TIPS (8477).

point which would have reduced the completion time dramatically.

Glenn declined to be interviewed, but he did issue this statement via email, “ I deny all of the allegations being made against me in the pending litigation.” Pack and Jassma say they are limited in the action they can take against Jones and the City of Pearland because of sovereign immunity--the idea that governments cannot be sued. A Pearland spokeswoman did issue the following statement,

“We did contract Big Statues LLC to produce a sculpture, but since it is the subject of litigation, we will not comment any further at this time.”

While hoping to collect damages and any profits Glenn made off of the Pearland statue, including new business he obtained by having pictures of the statue on his web site, Pack says it isn’t the money he is really after. It is the protection of his livelihood, his reputation and his artistic creativity that matter

most to him. “I am taking this very

personally and then some,” Pack said. “Not only did they infringe on my copyright but they copied my work intentionally and knowingly. Somehow it wouldn’t seem so personal if the copied statue were in another state. But it is right down the street, practically in our backyard.”

The complaint states that Matt Glenn and Big Statues have until June 8 to respond.

The annual Humanitarian of the Year Event, sponsored by the Fort Bend Rotary Club and honoring Bob and Carole Brown, will be held on June 14.

The Browns have dedicated themselves for years to community service in Fort Bend County. We invite the members of the community to join together in recognizing them.

Volunteerism and service are important to the members of the Fort Bend Rotary, and they demonstrate these beliefs in giving their time and support to charitable organizations both here and abroad. In addition, Rotary contributes to the Academic Excellence Program with FBISD and sponsors the Interact Club

at Kempner High School. Scholarships to college bound students are awarded yearly.

The Humanitarian Event of the Year will be held at Safari Texas on June 14, at 6:30p.m. The dress code is business attire. Following dinner, highpoints of the evening will be remarks by Bob and Carole Brown and

a live auction. Please join us for a memorable evening.

Individual tickets are $100 and sponsorship opportunities start at $1,000 through $2,500.

For more information call : Sunny Sharma (713) 504-2343; Maria Sutherland (281) 240-0122; Richard Germer ((713) 408-6577 or Dee Koch (281) 344-7643.

Humanitarian of the Year event to honor Bob and Carol Brown

The Business and Professional Division of the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will host a lunch and learn seminar on The Latest Mobile Marketing Tips, Tools and Trends and Why Mobile Marketing is Important to Your Business. The seminar

will be held at the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, 445 Commerce Green Blvd., Sugar Land, Texas on Tuesday, June 12, from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm.

Hear from Howard Spencer, Managing Director of The Marketing Department, and his team of experts as they

share leading edge mobile marketing strategies to amplify your company’s message and drive sales to your business, define who mobile consumers are, and which technologies to consider for your company.

Individual member reservations are available for

$25 - non-member reservations are available for $35 – At the door $40. Lunch and materials are included.

Register today at www.FortBendChamber.com. For more information contact Lea Ann Gibson info@fortbendcc.org, 281-491-0277.

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If you have economic loss or property damage because of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, you could get money from a class action settlement with BP Exploration & Production Inc. and BP America Production Company (“BP”). Go to DeepwaterHorizonSettlements.com for more information, including information on how to file a claim.

Who is included in the economic & ProPerty damages settlement?

The Economic and Property Damages (“E&PD”) Settlement Class includes people, businesses, and other entities in the states of Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi, and certain counties in Texas and Florida, that were harmed by the oil spill. The website DeepwaterHorizonSettlements.com has detailed descriptions and maps to help you determine whether a geographic location may be included in the E&PD Settlement. Additionally, you can call 1-866-992-6174 or e-mail questions@DeepwaterHorizonEconomicSettlement.com to find out if a geographic location is included.

What does the economic & ProPerty damages settlement Provide?

The E&PD Settlement makes payments for the following types of claims: (1) Seafood Compensation, (2) Economic Damage, (3) Loss of Subsistence, (4) Vessel Physical Damage, (5) Vessels of Opportunity Charter Payment, (6) Coastal Real Property Damage, (7) Wetlands Real Property Damage, and (8) Real Property Sales Damage. There is no limit on the total dollar amount of the E&PD Settlement; all qualified claims will be paid.

hoW to get Benefits from the economic & ProPerty damages settlement

You need to submit a Claim Form to request a payment. You can get a copy of the various Claim Forms by visiting the website or by calling 1-866-992-6174. Claims can be submitted online or by mail. If you have questions about how to file your claim, you should call the toll-free number for assistance.

The deadline to submit most E&PD claims will be

April 22, 2014 or six months after the E&PD Settlement becomes effective (that is, after the Court grants “final approval” and any appeals are resolved), whichever is later. There will be an earlier deadline to submit E&PD Seafood Compensation claims. The earlier deadline to submit Seafood Compensation claims will be 30 days after final approval of the Settlement by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana (regardless of appeals). Actual claim filing deadlines will be posted on the website as they become available. Valid claims will be paid as they are approved, beginning shortly after the Court-Supervised Settlement Program commences. It is highly recommended that E&PD Settlement Class Members complete and submit their claim forms promptly. Please read the Medical Benefits Settlement notice because you may also be eligible for benefits from that settlement.

your other oPtions

If you do not want to be legally bound by the E&PD Settlement, you must Opt Out or exclude yourself by October 1, 2012 or you won’t be able to sue BP over certain economic and property damage claims. If you stay in the E&PD Settlement, you may object to it by August 31, 2012. The Detailed Notice explains how to exclude yourself or object.

The Court will hold a hearing on November 8, 2012 to consider whether to approve the E&PD Settlement. You or your own lawyer may ask to appear and speak at the hearing at your own cost. The Court will also consider Class Counsel fees, costs, and expenses including an interim payment of $75 million and additional awards equal to 6% of class claims and benefits paid. Class Counsel fees, costs and expenses under the Economic and Property Damages Settlement Agreement and the Medical Benefits Settlement Agreement jointly cannot exceed $600 million. Class members’ payments will not be reduced if the Court approves the payment of Class Counsel fees, costs, and expenses because BP will separately pay these attorney fees, costs, and expenses.

Economic and Property Damages SettlementProviding Money to Individuals and Businesses

Deepwater Horizon Oil SpillLegaL notice

If you have a medical claim related to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, you could get benefits from a class action settlement with BP Exploration & Production Inc. and BP America Production Company (“BP”). Go to DeepwaterHorizonSettlements.com for more information, including information on how to file a claim.

Who is included in the medical Benefits settlement?

The Medical Class includes (1) clean-up workers and (2) certain people who resided in specific geographic areas in coastal and wetlands areas along the Gulf Coast during specific periods in 2010. The website DeepwaterHorizonSettlements.com has detailed descriptions and maps to help you determine whether a geographic location may be included in one of these zones. Additionally, you can call 1-866-992-6174 or e-mail info@DeepwaterHorizonMedicalSettlement.com to find out if a geographic location is included.

What does the medical Benefits settlement Provide?

The benefits of the Medical Benefits Settlement include: (1) payments to qualifying people for certain acute (short-term) and chronic (ongoing) medical conditions occurring after exposure to oil or chemical dispersants; (2) provision of periodic medical examinations to qualifying people; and (3) creation of a Gulf Region Health Outreach Program, consisting of projects to strengthen the healthcare system. Benefits (1) and (2) will be provided only after the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved.

hoW to get Benefits from the medical Benefits settlement

You need to submit a Claim Form to request benefits. You can get a copy of the Claim Form by visiting the website or by calling 1-866-992-6174. Claims can be

submitted by mail. If you have questions about how to file your claim, you should call the toll-free number for assistance.

The deadline for filing a Claim Form is one year after the Medical Benefits Settlement becomes effective (that is, after the Court grants “final approval” and any appeals are resolved). The exact date of the claim filing deadline will be posted on the website. It is highly recommended that Medical Class Members complete and submit their claim forms promptly. Please read the Economic and Property Damages Settlement notice because you may also be eligible for a payment from that settlement.

your other oPtions

If you do not want to be legally bound by the Medical Benefits Settlement, you must Opt Out or exclude yourself by October 1, 2012 or you won’t be able to sue BP over certain medical claims. If you stay in the Medical Benefits Settlement, you may object to it by August 31, 2012. The Detailed Notice explains how to exclude yourself or object.

The Court will hold a hearing on November 8, 2012 to consider whether to approve the Medical Benefits Settlement. You or your own lawyer may ask to appear and speak at the hearing at your own cost. Class Counsel will ask the Court to consider an award of fees, costs, and expenses of 6% of the value of the benefits actually provided under the Medical Benefits Settlement Agreement. Class Counsel fees, costs, and expenses under the Medical Benefits Settlement Agreement and the Economic and Property Damages Settlement Agreement jointly cannot exceed $600 million. Class members’ payments will not be reduced if the Court approves the payment of Class Counsel fees, costs, and expenses because BP will separately pay these attorney fees, costs, and expenses.

Medical Benefits SettlementProviding Benefits to Clean-Up Workers and Certain Gulf Coast Residents

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(1) A proposal to adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 102 of the Code of Ordinances, the same being the City’s Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, by granting a Specific Use Permit to Main Event Entertainment, to allow the development of an Assembly Group A-3 occupancy, specifically, an amusement arcade, located within the City in Zoning District MU-1, and further identified as being located at 12626 Fountain Lake Circle.

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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the City Council of the City of Stafford, Texas on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at 7:00 p.m., at the Stafford Civic Center, 1415 Constitution Stafford, Texas for the purpose of receiving testimony on the following:

Whether the Stafford City Council should enact an ordinance prohibiting smoking in public places within the City of Stafford, Texas.

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The National Hurricane Center advises everyone:

• Know if you live in an evacuation area (Fort Bend County is designated by the state as a pass-through

If a storm strikes … don’t be in the darkcounty for evacuees who live along the Gulf Coast. As a municipality in the county, Missouri City would not be under a mandatory evacuation if a hurricane were to hit the region – so it is imperative that residents be prepared to shelter in place.)

• Assess your risks and know your home’s vulnerability to storm surge, flooding and wind.

• Understand National Weather Service forecasts, and especially the meaning of hurricane and tornado watches and warnings. Hurricanes: For a storm watch in this category, forecasters would report a possibility of winds of 74 mph and higher within 36 hours. For a warning, forecasters would report a possibility of winds at the same speed

within 24 hours. Tornadoes: A watch is an alert to monitor the skies and a warning signals that a tornado has struck the ground and shelter must be sought immediately.

The national safety group also stresses the importance of keeping a list of informational resources for reference. A recommended list for Missouri City residents includes:

• Police and Fire Departments: 911 or 281.403.8700

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• American Red Cross, Fort Bend County Branch: 281.342.9480

• Missouri City Television: Comcast—Channel 16 and AT&T U-verse-

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Every year, the Quail Valley Exchange Club awards multiple scholarships to area High School Seniors that are destined for college and are in need of assistance. The Exchange Club works with Counselors in five local High Schools to identify students who have overcome significant challenges and emerged as examples of outstanding Character and Citizenship.

This year The Club is proud to have identified and rewarded

twelve students who embody this spirit of personal responsibility and accomplishment with scholarships totaling $32,000.

In addition to providing these Scholarships, The Exchange Club makes annual donations and supports programs for CASA, the Escape Center, Fort Bend Human Needs, provides for economically disadvantaged students and families at Christmas time, and responds to other identified Community needs.

Twelve Quail Valley Exchange Club Scholars for 2012 share $32,000 in Scholarships. They are from left to right Jessica Moreno, Deanna Wiggins, DEAllen King, Rachel Watkins, Jessica Keys Morgan Mack, Casey Cardenas, Messisa Estrada, Tyra Sauls, Jamicia Ware and Tiara Green – not pictured Jayna Davis.

Quail Valley Exchange Club awards scholarships to twelve students

On May 24, 12 brave young men took the field with a 13 game winning streak on the line. When the dust settled, those same boys finished what they started by beating the A's 12-10. These Rangers had to battle back to win 3 of their last 4 games in "come from behind" fashion! Pictured from left to right are Coach Virgil Spies, Coach Karl Baron, Coach Darren Jones. Back row are Seth Spies, Brandon Lofton, Kade Baron, Mathew Montes, Jordan Franklin, Devin Baylor, Kaleb Ashworth and Spencer Jones. Front row are Jaydn Whitsit, Andre Graves, Derrick Burton and Austin Rodriguez.This was the second straight undefeated season for Coach Baron.Kade, Jaydn, and Spencer were a part of that team as well.

Missouri City Little League AA Rangers go undefeated!

Southwest Christian Academy is pleased to announce that their Pre-Calculus class has brought home national honors by taking first place in the Association of Christian Schools International Math League National Competition.

They competed against Christian schools across the United States , including Hawaii, Alaska, Bahamas, Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands and Guam.

Their students, led by Isabella Caparas and Garrett Frederick with perfect marks, earned the highest scores of every school in the nation. ACSI has 3,232 schools in the USA plus International Schools which brings the student total to 5.5 million students and over 23,000 schools.

The second place school was Fayetteville Christian of Fayetteville NC and third place was Judah Christian of Champaign Il.

Southwest Christian Academy, stu-dents in picture from left side, front row - Catherine Moon, Isabella Caparas, Abigail Marinez; second row; Carmen Frederick, Instructor, Andy Nguyen, Anthony Pham, Gerson Aguilar; top row; Ryan Kingland, Garrett Frederick, and Daniel Moussa.

Southwest Christian Academy earns 1st place ACSI Math Competition

The first round of Sugar Land Superstar – Sugar Land’s American Idol-like competition – will take place on Saturday, June 9 at 7 p.m. in the Plaza of Sugar Land Town Square. A previously selected group of talented singers ages 14+ will perform live in the Plaza, and ultimately five will be named finalists by a group of local, celebrity judges.

The five finalists from round one, along with five to be named in the second round

of competition on July 7, will advance to the live Sugar Land Superstar Finale on August 11.

Erica Marks, Sugar Land Superstar 2011, will kick off the evening with a concert at 7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to the Plaza.

Sugar Land Town Square is located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 59 and State Highway 6. For additional information about the competition, visit SugarLandTownSquare.com.

Sugar Land Superstar competition begins June 9 at Town Square

Winning the District 26 Texas State Representative primary election by 2,000 votes is both encouraging and humbling. Our team of volun-teers extended themselves beyond our fondest dreams.

Encouraging and thankful because - by faith and perseverance - we climbed high mountains, overcame many obstacles, in our “grassroots” journey to victory.

Humbling because you, by your vote and support, put your trust in me to be your strong voice in Austin.Your concerns are my concerns, and I pledge to voice those concerns often - and loudly - on such core values as family, faith, and freedom from excessive government regulations.

My background prepared me and has given me confidence I need to take this next step alongside you. I am an Annapolis graduate, a veteran and proven leader who reached the rank of Captain in a 30-year career.

In both the military and now in the business world, I proved it is possible to live within a budget. Government should also live within its means. As your representative, I will fight to require all state agencies to cut waste and spend your tax dollars wisely. There are many more concerns to deal with on the horizon. I promise, our voice will be heard.

To make it happen, I need your help: volunteer to walk, call friends and neighbors to join you, by contributing to our “grassroots” cause, and - most importantly - your vote.

The journey to Austin isn’t over until final votes are counted following the runoff election on July 31. That means more hard work ahead. With the Lord as our guide, together, we will win - again!

Showing up, Standing up & Speaking up,

Rick Miller

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Paint with a Purpose! Join the Literacy Council on Sunday, June 10 from 2-4 p.m. at Painting with a Twist in Sugar Land for a fun, relaxing and philanthropic Sunday afternoon as we “Paint Between the Wines.”

They will be painting a wine themed painting that will complement any area needing that extra artists’ touch in your home. Refreshments and beverages will be served, and guests are invited to bring their favorite “painting” beverage.

Registration for the painting party is available online. Please visit our website, www.ftbendliteracy.org to sign up for the party. The cost to attend is $45, and proceeds from the party benefit the Literacy Council.

Safari Texas presents Reading Between the Wines on February 8, 2013. Front Row: Brenda Bowman, Executive Director, Literacy Council of Fort Bend County, Liz Pallathumadom, Safari Texas, and Jennifer Belt, Development Director, Literacy Council of Fort Bend County. Back Row: Shelby Hall, Safari Texas, Allison Wen, Safari Texas and Ashley Lopez, Safari Texas.

Join The Arc of Fort Bend June 18, the Monday after Father’s Day, at Weston Lakes Country Club in Fulshear, 10:00 am, for their annual Golf Classic. Following 18 holes of golf, the “Yeah, I do” cooking team will again cook up and serve their outstanding barbecue while Commissioner Patterson conducts the live auction. Register on line at www.arcoffort bend.org or call The Arc office. Not a golfer? Join us for the barbecue dinner and auction at 5:00 pm. Proceeds of the event will directly fund Special Olympics, Social Recreation, Educational Advocacy and the many programs and services offered by The Arc. Pictured left to right: Don Kerstetter, owner, Classic Chevrolet, Sugar Land, Laura LaVigne, The Arc’s Executive Director, Commissioner James Patterson, and Lori Clark, Golf Committee Co-Chair.

Classic Chevrolet Sugar Land title sponsor of The Arc of Fort Bend

County’s annual Golf Classic

Painting party benefiting the Literacy Council of Fort Bend County

Jim McIngvale built a Houston-based furniture empire on a foundation of innovative concepts and marketing savvy.

On June 8, the Gallery Furniture owner, known as “Mattress Mack,” will share some of his insight as the guest speaker for the Central Fort Bend Chamber Alliance’s Business Luncheon. The luncheon, which is hosted

by the Chamber’s Young Professionals Division, is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Safari Texas Ranch at 11627 FM 1464 in Richmond.

Sponsor Tables and Corporate Tables are available. To sponsor this event, contact Angie Wierzbicki at 281-342-5464 or angie@CFBCA.org.

Reservations for the luncheon are $30 for Chamber members and $40

Jim McIngvale, “Mattress Mack”

‘Mattress Mack’ to be the guest speaker for Chamber’s June 8 business luncheon

for prospective members and guests. After June 4 at noon, a $10 late fee will be added. Cancellations less than 72 hours in advance and “no shows” will be charged. For reservations or more information call the Chamber at 281-342-5464.

I want to thank the voters of Fort Bend County for having the confidence and trust to elect me as the Republican Candidate for Judge of the 387th Judicial District Family Court. I look forward to representing the voters and all of the citizens of Fort Bend County in the November General Election.

The general election will be held Tuesday, November 6, 2012. I ask for your continued support and your vote in the November election so that I can fulfill my promise to you to be a fair and just Judge of the 387th Judicial District Family Court.

Sincerely,Brenda Mullinix

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