MICHAEL
Father’s Day JuNe 18th
Inside Today: Heights Hospital under new ownership • Page 6B
S I LV A
Novelty Clocks, Plants, Gifts & Gourmet Baskets for Dad Flower & Gift Shop
MICHAEL SILVA
713.725.8748
Covering the Heights, Garden Oaks, Oak Forest & the neighborhoods of North Houston
michaels@johndaugherty.com
10570 NW Frwy 713-680-2350
Saturday, June 10, 2017 • Vol. 62 • No. 23
About Us
Is history affecting Durham?
3500 East T.C. Jester Blvd Suite A (713) 686-8494
of e s t 20
16
B
news@theleadernews.com www.theleadernews.com Facebook/THE LEADER.
THE LEADER
Readers' Choice
Boiled Crawfish speCials po-Boys & More B.y.o.B. (713) 703-7544 2521 N. Durham
By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
Preparation the key as hurricane season begins By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
* Pest * Mosquito
* Rodent * Termite
281.407.8517 281.462.8726 www.natran.com www.natran.com
Insulating Since 1979 $
get 50 OFF
your purchase of $750 or more Attics • Walls • Floors Noise Reduction • Removal
713-868-1021
www.paylessinsulation.com
inside.
Urban Eats has some new art. MaryAnn Lucas’ featured art, Kaleidoscope Cafe, will be on display.
Page 7A
A sweet success. Neighborhood Troop 21, the oldest troop in the nation shows they can still bring in the donations.
Page 3B
“Assume a hurricane is going to hit us this year.” Harris County Judge Ed Emmett issued that statement Thursday morning, and while it may sound ominous, it’s simply a reflection of Harris County’s emergency management director’s desires of a safe (or safe as can be) hurricane season, which officially kicked off June 1. “We haven’t really had a hurricane scare since 2008, and that’s worrisome because more than a million people have moved into our city since then,” he said. “Many haven’t gone through hurricane procedures, and those who have may have become complacent.” Prepare yourself First and foremost, Emmett stressed the importance of an individual or family’s awareness of what area they live in and whether they’re subject to a storm surge, and the accompanying proactive preparation. “The most dangerous aspect of a hurricane is the surge of water which comes ahead of it,” he said. “If you’re in such an area, then you’re likely going to be asked to evacuate, and if you don’t you’re likely going to be asked to shelter in place and ride out the storm.” Residents can get started by downloading the ReadyHarris app, which is readily available from the App Store or Google Play. The app delivers real-time weather alerts, contains a step-by-step guide to building a personalized family disaster plan, offers survival tip sheets, and locates emergency services. Knowing the preparations you must make and being armed with that knowledge, Emmett said, creates as much certainty as can be hoped for in such a harrowing situation. “Make sure you have a plan of what you’re going to do, where you’re going to go and how to react, and have a preparedness kit — something you can put
ESTATE SALE: 7700 Renwick, 77081. Wednesday, June 7, 5-7 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, June 8-9, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. TOWN & COUNTRY ESTATE SALES, 713666-0970, www.houstonestatesales.com.
Page 4B
The INDEX. Church....................................................... 5A Classifieds.............................................. 4B Coupons. ................................................. 6A Food/Drink/Art................................... 7A Obituaries.............................................. 5A Opinion. ................................................... 4A Public Information......................... 2A Puzzles...................................................... 4A
HURRICANE ESSENTIALS • 7 days of non-perishable food not in need of cooking • 1 gallon of drinking water per person (per day), enough for 7 days • First aid kid/backup prescriptions for essential medications • Plastic sheeting & duct tape • Flashlights for each family member • Lanterns and waterproof matches or utility lighters • Full tank of gas • Battery-powered radio • Extra batteries for flashlights/lanterns/radios • Extra cell phone battery or car charger • Sunscreen • Insect repellant
See Preparation P. 8A
Find it.
Photo courtesy of HCOHSEM Harris County Judge Ed Emmett speaks to media about hurricane preparation at Houston TranStar June 1. He said preparation now is the key to combatting the worst of potential threats.
When cruising up Shepherd Drive, it’s easy to see the growth. New development springing up faster than many can blink has turned the corridor into one of the Heights’ busier hubs — but what about its neighbors on Durham Drive? The Leader decided to take a look at a growing trend in our local neighborhood that has seen one become a hub, while the other appears to be severely lacking in newer development. Weekly (or so it seems at times), news breaks of some new restaurant or retailer. The Shepherd corridor has become one of the Heights’ busiest hubs, with all the things shoppers love on one stretch of road. On Durham Drive (just one block over) however, empty lots pervade the stretch of road, with just a few newcomers springing up and virtually no new recent development coming to town despite residing within a long stone’s throw of Shepherd. So, what gives? Bill Gilmer, an economist and executive director of the Institute for Regional Forecasting at the University of Houston’s Bauer College of Business, said that while he has not specifically studied the Shepherd/Durham corridor, such a concept (one street becoming a hub and adjacent one falling by the wayside) is not an uncommon phenomenon, and can result from a few factors, depending on the history of the area. Photo by Landan Kuhlmann “ W h e r e v e r There is a stark contrast beyou find heavy tween the business developelevels of traf- ment on Durham (above) and fic, whether it’s Shepherd (below). foot or auto traffic, that’s where most of that stuff is going to be,” he said. “Stores like to cluster together and make it convenient for shoppers to go from one place to the other, and once you have one of these clusters or popular places to go and shop that forms, it’s all there.” Sarah Johnson with Fat Cat Creamery just off Shepherd echoed the sentiment to an extent, acknowledging that as real estate prices have skyrocketed, residents have migrated outward from what used to be the central hub of the Heights (east of Shepherd, around 19th See Durham P. 8A
New tenants coming to Revive at 34th and Ella By Betsy Denson For The Leader It’s been more than 19 months since Bryan Danna with RE:VIVE Development purchased 2.5 acres on the southwest corner of 34th and Ella – and recent progress in the buildout of the area has many anticipating what is to come. In May of 2016, RE:VIVE announced its first tenant – the Surfhouse, which has been a mainstay in the community for the last 45 years.
As for the remaining tenants Danna said at the time he was going to take his time to find the right mix of tenants, both local and national. Now, Danna has news about some new signed tenants for the property. BB’s Café, a popular local Tex-Orleans chain, whose nearest location is on White Oak Drive, will occupy the anchor space in the southwest corner of the center. Danna told The Leader in 2015 that there would be a 1,300 square foot patio for
the anchor restaurant and noted that since the sun sets behind the building, the outdoor space will be a pleasant place to hang out. BBs which serves NOLAstyle po’ boys, homemade gumbo, boiled crawfish, and oysters bar has seven other locations in Houston. “I really wanted to bring the New Orleans culture to Houston,” owner Brook Bassler told KTRK recently, noting that that the restauSee Revive P. 6A
BB’s Cafe, a popular Tex-Orleans chain, will be making its new home at Ella and 34th Street.
curreNt property ListiNgs
top agents for May tOP PrOducer trish andersen
Oak FOrest
2322 Poinciana
Susan Pesl 713-397-1916
3-1-1 • Well taken care of home by the original owner. $350,000 MLS# 23759173
rice Military
5237 Gibson st.
Lori Austin 713-499-0485
3-3½-2 • Lovely floor plan, has 1st floor bedroom, landscaped courtyard, great windows, street view. $450,000 MLS# 5015499
edMONds GardeNs
512 donovan
Moses Olvera 713-240-6072
3-2 High ceilings and very well insulated. Granite in Kitchen and baths, large yard with multiple buidings on property $495,000 • MLS# 78950684
A NAme you cAN trust 713-686-5454
| www.preproperties.com
|
tOP sales
rochelle Barrow
tOP lister donna Hood
1803 W. 43rd • Houston, TX 77018
© 2013-2016 BHH Affiliates, LLC. Real Estate Brokerage Services are offered through the network member franchisees of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Most franchisees are independently owned and operated. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.
The public. Saturday, June 10, 2017 • Page 2A
Local community steps up to help family in need By Kim Hogstrom For The Leader The sun was breaking through the clouds in the morning of Friday, June 1, as Kevin Horelica began his to drive to work. When the Garden Oaks resident also noticed smoke billowing in the sky above his neighborhood, he was concerned. “I followed the smoke to make sure everything was alright. When I got to the mobile home park on Golf Drive, the Cardenas-Villatoro family was standing in front of their burning home, speechless and watching the flames,” said
Horelica. “The fire department had not arrived yet, so I got out to help. The mother was there with her four children, ages 3, 7, 11, and a one-year-old in her arms. Their father was already at work. The family was in tears as everything they owned, burned. They had only the clothes on their backs. They were homeless, and barefoot,” Horelica remembered. Thanks to the generosity of many in the area, the tragedy was short-lived. The next day, Horelica posted a request for donations for the family on Facebook. “At first, people messaged
me for a location to drop off items but there were so many, I couldn’t respond. Then Charlie (Powers) at American Legion Post 560 on Alba Road suggested that the post become a collection point. That really made a difference,” he stated. The Red Cross helped the young family find an apartment nearby, and the community donated everything they would need: toiletries, diapers, food, furniture, dishes, clothing - and shoes. “It was unbelievable; it was amazing,” stated Richard Voorhies, Commander of American Legion Post 560. “We had a room at the post dedicated for
donations. Kevin would come by, and we would load up his truck then take it to the family. In just two hours, the room would fill up again.” Neighbors offered to help in many ways. One woman suggested to take the family of six into her Oak Forest home. Another neighbor, Mike Roberts, repaired the front of the family’s vehicle which was close to the burning trailer and melted in the fire. By Sunday night, less than three days after the event, the homeless family had a home. What few gaps may have existed, Patricia Dornak, Director of MANNA, offered to fill from
the nonprofit agency’s resale store. There was little need. “When we heard about the fire, Post 560 stepped up. I am proud of the way our members contributed. Every month at the legion, we take an oath to care for ‘our community, state and nation.’ We work to be, not only good soldiers, but good civilians. Remember: we answered the call once, and we are always ready to do it again,” stated Charlie Powers, Vice-Commander of Post 560. How is the traumatized family today? “They are still in shock, but they are extremely grateful for the kindness and generosity
Police investigating stabbing on Antoine For The Leader The fatal stabbing of a male that occurred at 5625 Antoine #506 at 12 p.m. on June 4 will be referred to a Harris County Grand Jury.
James Reed, 56, of the above address was pronounced dead at the scene. HPD Homicide Division Officers reported that Reed returned to his apartment after drinking with friends and
began to argue with his common-law wife. As they were arguing, their son exited his bedroom and attempted to intervene to ensure the safety of his mother. Reed then began to fight with his son,
pinned him on the bed and began punching him in the face. Reed’s son grabbed a nearby knife and stabbed Reed in selfdefense. The investigation is ongoing
LAND Theft 2:30 PM 800-899 WA-
Assault 2:17 PM 700-799 E 43RD Theft 5:57 PM 2500-2599 SHEARN Theft 2 PM 500-599 W 24TH
Don’t Be A Victim! Concealed Handgun Classes
we Buy aLL GuNS
MAY 28
Assault 11:22 AM 7000-7099 FINN Arrest 3:03 AM 300-399 ARLINGTON Theft 9 PM 500-599 E 27TH Theft 6:30 PM 1400-1499 CORDELL Theft 4:22 PM 1300-1399 CROSSTIMBERS Robbery 5:45 PM 300-399 CAVALCADE
MAY 29
New LoCatioN
2001 Karbach Suite F Houston, TX 77092
713-694-4867
Buy SeLL trade
Gift Certificates
Black Gold Guns & ammo Licensed FFL/Class III Dealer
Theft 11:30 AM 300-399 N LOOP W Assault 8:01 PM 100-199 W CAVALCADE Theft 3:30 PM 2400-2499 ARABELLE Theft 1:08 PM 1600-1699 KNOX Theft 10:30 PM 100-199 DORCHESTER Theft 4 PM 1800-1899 ASH-
VERLY Theft 2 PM 1100-1199 W 20TH Burglary 8:01 PM 1200-1299 N LOOP W Theft 2 PM 300-399 TABOR Theft 2:30 PM 1000-1099 STUDE Theft 6 PM 1700-1799 W T C JESTER Theft 6:30 AM 4100-4199 TULANE Theft 8:45 AM 1500-1599 N
LOOP W Theft 11:16 AM 000-099 E CROSSTIMBERS
MAY 30
Theft 8:01 PM 2000-2099 YALE Theft 8:01 PM 100-199 YALE Theft 7:40 PM 1400-1499 DOROTHY Theft 5 PM 900-999 W 26TH Theft 8:32 AM 700-799 W COTTAGE Assault 6:45 PM 4300-4399 HAYGOOD Theft 7:59 PM 4100-4199 MARINA Theft 9:45 AM 700-799 COTTAGE Theft 12 PM 5800-5899 LARKIN Theft 4 PM 2400-2499 WASHINGTON Theft 7:33 PM 4000-4099 IRVINGTON Assault 9:58 AM 1200-1299 TABOR Burglary 11:44 AM 700-799 ARCHER
MAY 31
Theft 2:30 PM 100-199 YALE Theft 4:30 PM 200-299 W 19TH Theft 10 AM 2100-2199 YALE
Theft 3 AM 1100-1199 N LOOP W Theft 6:40 PM 1600-1699 E T C JESTER Theft 11:35 AM 1200-1299 W 34TH Theft 9:40 PM 400-499 SIKES Theft 11:15 AM 4400-4499 SHEPHERD Theft 11:30 AM 4400-4499 SHEPHERD Theft 4:35 PM 2500-2599 SHEARN Burglary 4 AM 900-999 W 30TH Assault 12 AM 700-799 38TH Arrest 4:20 AM 400-499 W 28TH
JUNE 1
Theft 2 PM 300-399 W 19TH Theft 4 PM 4000-4099 KOEHLER Assault 6:30 PM 4600-4699 WERNER Burglary 6 AM 2600-2699 LINK Theft 2:45 AM 300-399 MARTIN Burglary 6:49 AM 2000-2099 HARVARD Reports are provided by SpotCrime.com based on data from the Houston Police Department.
Experience and Knowledge... A Powerful Combination
713-906-5481 Realty Associates
DEBBIE ourrealtordebbie@aol.com EllIott
AIKIDO & SELF-DEFENSE KORYU WEAPONS
Academy for Elite Samurai Arts The Aikibudokan – Since 1998 Classes Enrolling Now - Age 14 & Up Convenient To Heights & Oak Forest
www.aikibudo-aikido.com - 713-826-5877
In MeMorIaM
Police Reports • May 27-June 1 MAY 27
they’ve experienced. Truthfully, they are overwhelmed by it all,” stated Horelica. “It was remarkable to watch - a genuine team effort. I can’t say that I’m surprised by the outpouring from all of our neighbors because I already knew how great our community is, but it is still very humbling to witness,” he concluded.
ron adair
March 6, 1950 – May 10, 2017
R
on Adair unexpectedly died on May 10, 2017 at his home in Houston, Texas. Ronald Adair (Ron/Ronny) was born to Edward (Rip) and Doris Adair on March 6, 1950 and was raised in Bishop, Texas. He was a proud member of the Bishop High School Class of 1968. He graduated with a BS in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&I University in 1972. Ron went on to obtain an MS in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Texas and an MBA from the University of Houston. Ron lived most of his life working as a self-employed petroleum reservoir engineer in Houston. During his last ten years, he volunteered a lot of his time by mentoring at-risk youth. Ron was a familiar ‘dog walker’ in his Houston Garden Oaks neighborhood. Ron is predeceased by his parents Edward (Rip) and Doris Adair and his beloved dog, Sheila. He is survived by his brother Craig Adair and his sister Vicki Culp, special friends Claire Bresnahan, Richard Baltz and Doug Vander Ploeg and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, June 17th at Pat Foley Funeral Home: 1200 West 34th Street, Houston, Texas 77018. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.
More Than Just Great Mexican Food! make Father’s Day a Festival Have Dad... Try Our
Chipolte BBQ Baby Back Ribs
We Cater
Take-Out Family Packs
• Whole Pollo Rostisado • Beef or Chicken Enchiladas • Beef Fajitas (1 Doz) • Chicken Fajitas • Pork Parrillada • Mixed Fajitas • Carne Guisada For Four • Cheese Enchiladas (1 Doz)
Daily Specials from
6
$ 99
Mon-Thurs 10am-7pm Friday 10am-5pm
We Cater
Any Function or Gathering • Wedding Rehersal Dinner • Graduation Parties • Business Meetings
Happy Hour
Mon-Fri 11am-7pm
Margaritas
4
$ 99 only
$2.75 Beer 4701 North MaiN • 713-869-1706
www.spanishflowersrestaurant.com
HOURS OPEN MON. 8aM-12aM • TUES. 8aM-10PM • WEd & THUR 8aM- 2aM • FRi & SaT - all day • SUNday 8aM- 2aM
The Leader • Saturday, June 10, 2017 • Page 3A
1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
JOHN DOE
JOHN DOE
123456789 1234567890
01/01/2016
123-45-6789-A
MALE
HOSPITAL (PART A) MEDICAL (PART B)
01-01-2016 12-31-2016
Have Medicare and Medicaid? Get more benefits at no cost to you — all in one plan It’s easy! Enroll in an Amerigroup Ć‰ĹŻÄ‚ĹśÍ˜ zŽƾ͛ůů Ĺ?Ğƚ Ä‚ĹŻĹŻ ƚŚĞ Ä?ĞŜĞĎƚĆ? ŽĨ Original Medicare, ƉůƾĆ?: Íť ĞŜƚĂů͕ Ç€Ĺ?Ć?Ĺ?ŽŜ ĂŜĚ ĹšÄžÄ‚ĆŒĹ?ĹśĹ? Ä?ĞŜĞĎƚĆ?
0
$
plan premium and copays
Íť ZĹ?ĚĞĆ? ƚŽ Ç‡Ĺ˝ĆľĆŒ ĚŽÄ?ĆšĹ˝ĆŒ Ĺ˝ĆŒ Ć‰ĹšÄ‚ĆŒĹľÄ‚Ä?LJ Íť Ĺś Ä‚ĹŻĹŻĹ˝Ç Ä‚ĹśÄ?Äž Ä¨Ĺ˝ĆŒ ÄžÇ€ÄžĆŒÇ‡ÄšÄ‚Ç‡ ŚĞĂůƚŚ Ä?Ä‚ĆŒÄž Ĺ?ƚĞžĆ? ĹŻĹ?ĹŹÄž Ç€Ĺ?ƚĂžĹ?ĹśĆ?Í• Ä‚Ć?ƉĹ?ĆŒĹ?Ŝ͕ ĂŜĚ ĞǀĞŜ ƚŽŽƚŚÄ?ĆŒĆľĆ?ŚĞĆ? Íť ΨϏ Ä?ŽƉĂLJ Ä¨Ĺ˝ĆŒ žĂŜLJ Ć‰ĆŒÄžĆ?Ä?ĆŒĹ?ƉĆ&#x;ŽŜ ÄšĆŒĆľĹ?Ć? Íť ŜĚ ĹľĹ˝ĆŒÄž Ä‚ĹŻĹŻ ƚŽĚĂLJ ƚŽ ƚĂůŏ ƚŽ Ç‡Ĺ˝ĆľĆŒ ĹŻĹ˝Ä?Ä‚ĹŻ DĞĚĹ?Ä?Ä‚ĆŒÄž Ć?ƉĞÄ?Ĺ?Ä‚ĹŻĹ?Ć?ƚ͗
Ä‚ĹŻĹŻ ĎͲϴϰϰͲϯϲϲͲϾϲϾϴ (TTY: ĎłĎĎ) 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Friday
ATTENTION: If you speak Spanish or Vietnamese, language assistance services, free of charge, are available to you. Call 1-844-366-9698 (TTY: 711). ATENCIĂ“N: Si habla espaĂąol, tiene a su disposiciĂłn servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingĂźĂstica. Llame al 1-844-366-9698 (TTY: 711). &+Âœ Â&#x; 1ŕąX Eŕ“Q QÂľL 7LŕąQJ 9LŕšW FÂľ FÂŁF Gŕ˝FK YŕŽ— KŕŽ‰ WUŕŽ• QJÂśQ QJ஡ PLŕˇQ SKÂŻ G¢QK FKR Eŕ“Q *ŕżL VŕŽƒ 1-844-366-9698 (TTY: 711) We do not discriminate, exclude people, or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in our health programs and activities. Amerivantage is a D-SNP plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the State Medicaid program. Enrollment in Amerivantage depends on contract renewal. Part B premium is covered for full-dual enrollees. This information is not a complete description of benefits. Contact the plan for more information. Limitations, copayments, and restrictions may apply. Benefits, premiums and/or co-payments/co-insurance may change on January 1 of each year. The Formulary, pharmacy network, and/or provider network may change at any time. You will receive notice when necessary. This plan is available to anyone who has both Medical Assistance from the State and Medicare. Premium, co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles may vary based on the level of Extra Help you receive. Please contact the plan for further details. This policy has exclusions, limitations, and terms under which the policy may be continued in force or discontinued. For more information on benefits, please contact your agent or the health plan. Y0114_16_27626_U_030 CMS ACCEPTED 06/25/2016 ŠAmerigroup 2017
The Topics. Saturday, June 10, 2017 • Page 4A
Things we should know This from Sen. Al Franken, D-Minn., about the ongoing Trump-Russian investigation: “What did the President know and when did his son-in-law tell him?” French President Emmanuel Macron, when asked if there was a Plan B, now that President Trump has withdrawn from the Paris accords: “There is no Plan B, because there is no Planet B.” You may want to check with your mole in the company’s accounting section and see what the boss is making. Roughly 50 years ago, the typical CEO made just 20 times what an employee did. Today the typical CEO receives 347 times the average salary of an American worker, as defined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics: $37,362. The reason we are discussing these unrelated items is that I have been going through my various well-filed records (mostly shoe boxes) and have come up with factoids that don’t really fit in with anything else, but are too good to toss. Let’s turn to the press, our favorite villains. From the politically correct absurdities: The Denver Post had a policy of referring to gays as homosexuals, so when it ran a story Oct. 19, 1994, on the Smithsonian’s exhibit of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the headline read: “Atomic bombers criticize Enola homosexual exhibit.” Another example: The Fresno Bee ran this correction: “An item in Thursday’s Nation Digest about the Massachusetts budget ‘back in the AfricanAmerican.’ The item should have read: ‘back in the black.’” Online job database CareerCast has released its annual job rankings list on the 200 worst jobs in America this year. After weighing a number of factors
Lynn Ashby Columnist
ranging from environment, salary, and growth outlook to several stress factors, CareerCast rated “newspaper reporting” as the very worst job in America, again. Annual media salary: $36,360. Growth: down 9 percent. Another branch of the media, “broadcaster,” was the next worst job. Those callings were even worse than the following: logger, enlisted military and pest control worker. The best job? Statistician, followed by medical services manager and operations research manager. Yawn. I bet they never get beat up by a Montana congressman. One final, sort of, press item: New York City residents like to think of themselves as worldtravelled sophisticates. Actually, they are the most provincial of all Americans. Cover of the Nov. 4, 2012, New York Times Magazine: “Off the rails -- For a true picture of the U.S. economy, ride the train from New York to Washington and take a good, hard look out the window.” Right, eastern elitists. Look no farther. There has been a lot of discussion about NATO and other nations not carrying their backpacks while letting the U.S. taxpayers pick up the cost for defense. Here’s one example for the Hall of Shame. In a discussion last year about the cost of U.S. Marines be-
ing stationed in Darwin, the Australians came in with a data-heavy presentation asserting that the Marines eat more than typical Australian soldiers, and therefore strain sewage systems more. The Aussies argued that the Americans should pay more of the costs of improving sewer lines on military bases. “The proposal stunned even the lead Australian negotiators, who quickly dropped it, according to American defense officials.” Can you believe that? Yes, you can. Now a little bit of Texas, some from Copano Bay Press: When Sam Houston joined the U.S. Army in 1813, Sam’s mother, Elizabeth Houston, called Sam to her side and handed him a musket, saying, “never disgrace it; for remember I had rather all my sons should fill one honorable grave, than one of them should turn his back to save his life.” She told him to always remember, “While the door to my cottage is open to brave men, it is eternally shut against cowards.” She placed a small gold band on his finger with a one-word inscription: “Honor.” Today, cast into the inside of every official Sam Houston State University class ring, is the word “Honor.” Moving on, it is not widely known, but Gen. Douglas MacArthur went to high school in San Antonio, at the West Texas Military Academy, today the Texas Military Institute. Needless to say, MacArthur was the class valedictorian. “De bobus longicornibus quad ille non cognovit, inutile est aliis cognoscere.” (What he don’t know about longhorn cattle ain’t worth knowing.) - The Latin citation by which J. Frank Dobie was presented to the assembled senate of
Cambridge University in 1944. Dobie also taught at UT until he was fired for being too liberal. My favorite quote of his, which should be carved into the capitol rotunda: “When I get ready to explain homemade fascism in America, I can take my example from the state capitol of Texas.” “Texas is the only state to enter the U.S. by treaty (known as the Constitution of 1845 by the Republic of Texas to enter the Union) instead of by annexation. This allows the Texas Flag to fly at the same height as the U.S. Flag. No other state flag can do so.” Wrong. This myth has been floating around for years. Texas tried to enter the U.S. by treaty, which needs a two-thirds majority in the Senate, Constitution’s Treaty Clause (Article II, Section 2). But Texas had slaves and the north didn’t want another slave state, so we entered by annexation, an end-run: the Joint Resolution for Annexing Texas to the United States, Approved March 1, 1845. And, no, the annexation resolution does not allow Texas to leave the Union anytime we wish. Tried that once, and it didn’t work. Have you ever heard of Appomattox? Hurricane season has officially begun: the Red Cross tossed out the first doughnut. You’ve seen those signs along our major highways: “Evacuation Route” in case of hurricanes hitting the Houston area. Well now, TxDOT has a new evacuation map. Cajuns are to take I-10 east to Louisiana. Tejanos are to take I-10 west to San Antonio and Yankees are to take Loop 610.
Dear Editor: Loved your article. I would like to make two points: 1. When a government condemns property through eminent domain to make a museum for public use without compensating the owner for the diminution in value, it is unconstitutional. It is an amazement to me why no one has litigated this point. If I had property in the Heights, I would do it. 2. I would like for someone (like you) to locate and publish the names of all of the members of the HAHC, AND the names of all of the elected officials who appointed them. Elected officials are the only ones who have any reason to be concerned about the anger this situation generates. You have a much stronger spotlight than I do. I hope you use it to have an impact on this unconscionable abuse of government power. Fred Saunders Dear Editor: Houston’s historic preservation ordinance was not designed to be “benign, Mr. McElvy. If so, then why have an ordinance at all? The fact is, historic preservation ordinances in Houston and across the country result in neighborhoods and commercial districts with distinct character and significantly increased property values (ehem, Houston’s Heights) that serve a variety of residents and businesses across the economic spectrum. You share one side of the story here -- the building-to-lot ratios, the setbacks, and the variations among houses (yes, even those right next door to each other) are what give historic districts their unique and, in many cases, highly desirable character. As such, they fall under the review of the HAHC. You are absolutely correct in that individuals and families should be able to alter their homes to fit their wants and needs. There are wonderful neighborhoods across our city where they can do just that. But if the walkabililty, local business mix, tree-lined streets, local parks, historic architecture, location, and general friendliness of the Heights is what one seeks, then the trade-offs are the historic preservation guidelines that protect these desirable qualities of life. Believe it or not, the preservation ordinance and the design guidelines being developed to better serve and enforce the ordinance are not out to get you or any property owner in the Heights. They have been an extremely effective tool in communities from Maine to California in protecting neighborhoods of character and historic value from the ebbs and flows of real estate and local economies. And Houston’s historic preserva-
Email us your letters: news@theleadernews.com tion ordinance is no different in its intent or implementation. The quickest way to ruin our beloved Heights is to allow rampant growth and development in the name of growing families and “wants and needs.” If 1800 square feet is too small - or 2,200 or 2,700 sf - then perhaps there is a better neighborhood fit elsewhere in Houston. Beth Wiedower Dear Editor: I am the project manager for this project, and much of what is in this editorial is completely inaccurate and based on supposition, not the facts. I encourage everyone to come to the meeting on June 20 to find out what the real information is, rather than paying attention to a sensational opinion piece that attempts only to upset people, not to inform. You are also welcome to call me directly at 832-393-6541 or send email to steph.mcdougal@ houstontx.gov. Steph McDougal Dear Editor: The title of your article, “Heights homeowners in for a shock” implies that the development of the guidelines for the historic districts has not included feedback from homeowners in these districts. Nothing could be further from the truth. There have been many meetings open to the citizens of these districts, the last major meeting was March 30, 2017 at the Heights Theater. Notice of the meetings was given to all addresses in the historic districts by U.S. mail. This meeting was followed by another meeting by the Houston Heights Association on April 10 at the Heights Fire Station. There were earlier meetings in which surveys were done to solicit citizen opinion on various characteristics of acceptable construction in the historic districts. There was even an on-line survey for those who could not attend any of the meetings. The resulting guidelines are based on the results of these surveys. The proposed guidelines were not based on the preferences of any government entity; they were based on the preferences of the citizens. Bill Pellerin Dear Editor: From the moment I read the survey, I was concerned that the ultimate result would be smaller homes as you described in your column. I don’t know how much bearing the survey results had on the ultimate design standards, but it was clear that the survey was designed with a smaller structure bias. I agree with all the points made in your column. We definitely need standards for many aspects of housing design to make the HAHC process less arbitrary, but the standards need
to be more flexible with respect to the size of the structure, taking into account the market for housing, which like it or not is for larger structures. I would really like to know who is behind this agenda of smaller structures. What do they gain? What do they really hope to accomplish? Are the guidelines meant to fulfill some architecturally pure aesthetic? Is there an enviro-driven small footprint
Chase Baker, D.D.S.
W
hen asked what a patient’s least favorite thing about a dentist visit, a very common answer is lingering numbness following the appointment. This may become less of an issue from now on. There is an anesthetic reversal medication that can cut the recovery time in half. Oftentimes dental anesthetics use a vasoconstrictor which prevents the anesthetic from being “washed away” by tightening the vessels which in turn creates a longer lasting anesthesia. This medication, OraVerse, is injected at the site of the initial injection when the dentist is finished with their procedure. OraVerse is a vasodilator, effectively shortening the anesthetic duration by opening the local vessels to help to wash away the anesthesia. Lingering numbness can impair a patient’s ability to control their saliva, leading to embarrassing moments of drooling. This altered sensation can feel as if the patient’s facial appearance is different as well. This all can lead to difficulty in eating or drinking, pronouncing speech, or showing expressions such as a simple smile. All of these drawbacks can make a patient leery of having treatment done, especially if they must return to work after their appointment. If this sounds like something you may be interested in, ask your dentist before your next treatment to see if you may be a candidate for OraVerse and bring back that smile a little sooner.
Prepared as a public service to promote better dental health. From the office of: Chase Baker, D.D.S., 3515 Ella Blvd., 713-682-4406.
New Well Puppy & Kitten Exam
FREE Routine Male Cat Neuters
goal. Do “they” understand how families actually live today or do “they” long for the days of old when large families were crammed into little bungalows or do “they” just want to exert control? I hope The Leader digs a little deeper into the story to help us understand what forces are really at work here. Jonathan – We really like your column. Keep up the good work. Mike Loreman
49
$
40
Ashby has more items at ashby2@comcast.net
The reader. Heights homeowners in for a shock
SMILE SOONER RATHER THAN LATER
Years
of quality care for your family pets
Dog Rabies Vaccination
8
$
75*
* With Wellness Exam
Call About Cat Vaccines
5315 Antoine@ Pinemont
713-688-9625
Hours: M-F 7am-6:00pm Sat. 8am-12 Noon
the leader Puzzlers. Answers found in this week’s Classified section
SUDOKU
aCrOss
1. No (Scottish) 4. Heroic tales 9. A way to tend 14. Not or 15. Where rockers play 16. Dutch name for Ypres 17. Ingested 18. A resident of California 20. Unfounded rumor 22. Oats 23. Type of women’s coat 24. Life forms 28. Every 29. Alternating current 30. Withered 31. ‘Gymnopedies’ composer 33. Plate glasses 37. Muscial artist __ DeBarge 38. Before 39. Arrange in steps of size 41. Electron cloud model 42. Morning 43. Leonard __, famed Swiss mathematician 44. Capital city of Buenos Aires province 46. Snouts 49. Of I
50. Swiss river 51. Perplexes 55. Made angry 58. Precious stone 59. Type of envelope 60. One who believes in reason and knowledge 64. Monitors brain activity (abbr.) 65. Get _ ___ of 66. Actress Zellweger 67. Spinal muscular atrophy (abbr.) 68. ‘Inferno’ author 69. Puts together in time 70. Silvery-white metal
dOwn
1. Civil Rights group 2. Early Slavic society 3. Mammals that lack incisors and canines 4. Blasphemy 5. Israeli city 6. Put this in your hair 7. Black tropical American cuckoo 8. Month in the Islamic calendar 9. Begets 10. Court game 11. Painkiller 12. New Zealand parrot 13. Suffix
19. Egg cells 21. Another name for Thor 24. About pontiff 25. The academic world 26. Raise 27. Civil rights city in Alabama 31. Encompasses 32. Helmet 34. Nostrils 35. Lovable Spielberg alien 36. Divides 40. Ruthenium 41. Preceding all others in time 45. Past participle of lie 47. Fastener 48. Overindulged 52. Ancient lyric poem 53. Ardent supporter 54. Iranian village and Islamic pilgrim attire 56. A fragrant resin obtained from tropical trees 57. Semitic fertility god 59. Millisecond 60. Cool! 61. ‘Take on Me’ singers 62. ESPN sportscaster Bob 63. Accommodating place
WORD SCRAMBLE
Saturday, June 10, 2017 • Page 5A
The calendar.
COMMUNITY DANCE SPJST Lodge 88 The SPJST Lodge 88, 1435 Beall St., will host The Fab 5, a Beatles tribute band, from 8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. June 9. The cost is $10 per person. Reservations are suggested, but not required. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. Information: 713-869-5767, lodge88.org.
SENIOR ADVANTAGE BINGO St. Joseph Medical Center Join members of the Senior Advantage Program at St. Joseph Medical Center in the Heights on Wednesday, June 14, from 2-3:30 p.m. for Bingo and light refreshments. The fun takes place in the basement-level cafeteria of the hospital at 1917 Ashland St. Seating is limited and reservations can be made by calling 713-9695376 by June 12. FANTASTIC SUMMER WINES Rainbow Lodge Lighten things up a bit and let Rainbow Lodge, 2011 Ella Blvd., introduce four fantastic summer wines, perfect for a cookout, picnic or pool party. Chef Mark Schmidt put together a casual seasonal menu to pair
with the wines. The cost is $35 per person through June 13, and $40 after June 14. The event will be held 5:30-7:30 p.m. June 14, and includes wine, food, tax and service. Call to reserve a spot. Information: 713-861-8666, rainbow-lodge.com. STEAK NIGHT American Legion Post 560 Come by the American Legion Post 560, 3720 Alba Rd., for a delicious steak dinner and entertainment, June 16 (third Friday of each month). Steaks will be served from 6 p.m. until sold out. The cost is $15 per plate. Information: 713-682-9287, facebook. com/AmLegionPost560/, www. txlegion560.org. COMMUNITY DANCE SPJST Lodge 88 The SPJST Lodge 88, 1435 Beall St., will host the Garry Dossett Orchestra, Big Band music, from 8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. June 17. The cost is $15 per person and there is a dress code. Reservations are suggested, but not required. Enjoy complimentary dance instruction before all Saturday Big Band dances, starting at 7:30 p.m. and during intermission. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start
of dance. Information: 713-8695767, lodge88.org. DELPHIAN SPEAKER SERIES Houston Assembly of Delphian Chapters Kelley Bentley, Board Certified Elder Law Attorney will discuss how to avoid family squabbles when selecting an Executor/ Agent. The event will take place at the West University Community Center, at 5 p.m. June 17, and is open to the community. Information: 713-773-4380.
FISH FRY American Legion Post 560 The Ladies Auxiliary Unit 560, 3720 Alba Road, will host their monthly Fish Fry and live entertainment Friday, June 23 (fourth Friday of each month) from 6 p.m. until sold out. Information: 713-682-9287, facebook.com/ AmLegionPost560/, txlegion560. org, www.txlegion560.org. THREE DAYS OF RAIN Theatre Suburbia Theatre Suburbia, 4106 Way Out West Dr., presents Richard Greenberg’s moving play of family, secrets and division. Set in a run down New York loft, this play brings together a surviving son and daughter and their best friend to determine what was in the father’s will. Three Days of Rain runs through July 1. Shows are at 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 18 and 25. Information: 713-6823525, www.theatresuburbia.org.
BIKE TO END ALZHEIMER’S Belmont Village Hunters Creek Join us in our Bike to End Alzheimer’s benefiting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 21. Participants will ride recumbent bikes for a continuous 8 hours on the longest day of the year to symbolize the challenging journey faced every day. Ride or root from afar by sponsoring a team. Donate a minimum of $10 to bike for 15 minutes (cash or check payable to the Alzheimer’s Association) or visit www.belmontvillage. com/donateALZ to make a sponsorship donation. Belmont Village Hunters Creek is located at 7667 Woodway Dr. Information: 713781-1505.
40TH CLASS REUNION Scarborough High School class of 1977 The G. C. Scarborough class of 1977 will have their 40th reunion at 7 p.m. Oct. 7, at The Spot
From the Pews. Senior Activities Day at St. Stephen’s Adults age 50+ are welcome to attend Senior Activities Day for games and a soup and sandwich lunch beginning at 9:30 a.m. June 14, in the fellowship hall. Love offerings are encouraged. The VIPs luncheon will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 15. The cost is $10 per person and includes a catered meal and live entertainment with Jay Cantu of the Liberty Opry. RSVP to Barbara Johnson at 713-6866116. St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church is located at 2003 W. 43rd St. For information, call 713-686-8241 or visit www.stsumc.org and the church’s Facebook page. Health Fair at First Church Heights First Church Heights, 201 E. 9th St., will have a health fair from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. June 17. There will be free blood pressure and blood sugar checks, along with refreshments and entertainment for the children.
Call 713-861-3102 for information.
net or call 713-861-6670 for information.
Family and Friends Day at Green Chapel A.M.E. Church Green Chapel A.M.E. Church, 3318 Link Rd., will hold their Family and Friends Day at 3 p.m. June 25. The Rev. Paul Cain will be the guest speaker. Sunday School for all ages is at 9:30 a.m., Sunday worship service is 11 a.m. On Thursdays, Bible study is 6 p.m. and choir rehearsal is 7 p.m. Call 832-439-5253 for information.
Worship services at Arise Baptist Church Arise Baptist Church will be holding several summer activities. Saturday morning Bible club Arise Kids began last week. Vacation Bible School will be at the end of July. A First Responder free cookout will be held at 10 a.m. July 9. All law enforcement, fire and medical emergency personnel and their families are welcome. The community is welcome to attend worship services at Arise Baptist Church, 803 Curtin St. Worship service times are 10 a.m. Sundays. Bible study is 6 p.m. Sunday evenings. Wednesday evening prayer service and ABC Kids Club is 7 p.m. For information, call 713659-9697 or visit www.arisebaptistchurch.org.
Bethel Church pipe organ needs a new home This magnificent pipe organ has played hymns, witnessed prayers being lifted up, and heard many heartfelt sermons. Since 2007, it has been at Bethel Church UCC, but due to moving, needs a new home. It still makes lovely music and is beautiful to see. If you are able to pay to have it moved, it can be yours. Please email bethelucchouston@sbcglobal.
every Thursday at the Harriet and Joe Foster YMCA, 1234 W. 34th St. There will be music, Bible study and fellowship. Guests and new members are welcome to attend this nondenominational Bible study. Email scripturesharing@ earthlink.net for information. MANNA provides resources for the community Gently used donations allow MANNA’s mission in helping those in need. Contact the Resale Store at 713-686-6440 to schedule a pick up. MANNA has partnered with the Women’s Resource of Greater Houston to offer free financial classes and increase financial literacy in the community. The class is called Money Matters and will help teach the basics of money management. Classes are held the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon-2 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church, 1602 W. 43rd Street. Call 713-504-5486 or pdornak@gmail.com for information.
Men’s Scripture Sharing Group meets at the YMCA The Men’s Scripture Sharing Group meets at 7 a.m.
The Obituaries. Melvolia Marie Bashinski, 92, born Nov. 25, 1924, died May 28.
Rose Enclade Dupree,
97, born Aug. 4, 1919, died June 2. She was a charter member of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, being actively involved with the Women’s Auxiliary Club and helping with the Eucharistic adoration for many years. She is survived by her brother Paul Enclade, children Phillip Dupree, Rose Marie Stone, and Joe Dupree, seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren.
Lawrence Rocco Marinucci, 89, born Sept. 7, 1927
in Youngstown, Ohio, died May 26. Marinucci was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, a graduate of Ohio
University, and a career professional with Shell Oil Company. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Ellen, daughters Julie, Mary Lynn and Beth, and five grandchildren.
Stephen Hunter Pernoud,
63, born Nov. 17, 1953, died May 23. A longtime resident of Oak Forest, he was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He is survived by his beloved wife, Clarica; daughter, Tammi; mother, Gloria; sister, Deborah; father-in-law, Swede; and many other treasured relatives and friends.
Robert (Bob) Reeve, 85, died May 24, at home after a lengthy heart illness. He is survived by his loving wife, Gladys
of 65 3/4 years, son Kenneth, daughter Deborah Adler, seven grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren. Memorial services will be held at St. Stephen’s UMC, 2003 W. 43rd St., at 2:30 p.m. Monday, June 12.
ty, Texas, died May 30. He served in the U.S. Army and the National Honor Guard. Zwahr was employed for Wyatt Metal and Boiler Works, Wyatt Industries, McElroy Engineering and Enpro Systems before he retired to enjoy his farm in Independence, Texas. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Fairbanks Masonic Lodge #1363, Sons of Hermann #6, Houston Heights Chapter #258 – Order of The Eastern Star, and the American Welding Society #022. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Gloria (Stoerner) Zwahr, daughters Kathy Bench and Jennifer Zwahr-Castro, sisters Evelyn Harmel and Allyne Sillavan, and five grandchildren.
Mary Frances Roznovsky,
95, born Feb. 21, 1922, died May 30. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic church where she served on the altar guild as well as SPJST, Knights of Columbus, and SOKOL. Survivors include her daughter Karen Roznovsky, sister Hattie, brother Henry, three granddaughters, and eight great-grandchildren.
Herbert Zwahr, 82, born Oct. 9, 1934 in Washington Coun-
Club located at 1732 W. 18th St. Please join the facebook page G C Scarborough High school class of 1977 or email Roger Souders at rsouders@nstaroffshore.com. FARMERS AND ARTISAN MARKET Eleanora’s Market Eleanora’s Market, 2120 Ella Blvd., will be open from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. every Saturday starting June 3. There will be local growers, makers, designers, artisans and food producers. Information: eleanorasmarket.com. ADULT COLORING Fairbanks Library Adult coloring is held every Thursday from 1-2:30 p.m., in the meeting room at Fairbanks Library, 7122 Gessner Rd. There are new coloring books and pages to pick through and colored pencils or bring your own. No need to register, just show up. Information: 713-466-4438. THURSDAY NIGHT BINGO SPJST Lodge 88 Bingo at SPJST Lodge 88, 1435 Beall St., is held every Thursday night (unless otherwise noted, or announced). Bingo pads are
Local business is our business.
$5 each. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Early bird special starts at 7 p.m. with regular bingo games beginning at 7:30 p.m. Information: 713-869-5767, lodge88.org. LEGALLINE: FREE LEGAL ADVICE Houston Bar Association The Houston Bar Association offers free legal advice over the phone through LegalLine from 5-9 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of every month. Consejos Legales for Spanish speakers is the first Thursday of every month from 6-8 p.m. Information: 713759-1133, www.hba.org.
Aztec StorAgeS On West 34th St.
(Between Ella & T.C. Jester)
Lowest Prices in Town!
No Deposit Controlled Access Lighted & Secure
Compare our rates and save money! 713-681-1383 LEASING OFFICE 7721 Pinemont Houston, Texas 77040
Send your story of interest news@theleadernews.com
CosmetiC Dentistry State-of-the art procedures, instruments & techniques
“One of Houston’s Top Dentists� — HTexas Magazine 2004-2017
new patient speCial
70
Exam, X-Ray & Cleaning $ Regularly $100
Mathew Naftis, D.D.S. w w w. d r n a f t i s . c o m
1214 W 43rd Ste 300
CARE
cReDiT
713-682-7939
It Might Be Mites Mange occurs in dogs, cats and sometimes spreads to humans. It can cause wide spread hair loss, itching and/or skin infection. It is caused by microscopic mites that live in or on the skin requiring microscopic tests to conďŹ rm their presence. It is not always an easy diagnosis or treatment. There are different types of mange and effective treatments are completely different. Only your veterinarian is college educated to diagnose and medically treat mange in pets safe and effectively. Because parasite treatments and preventatives have changed in the last 10 to 20 years, mange cases have increased. They also can be elusive from diagnosis because many of these parasites products are only weak treatments for mange or are not used correctly. This allows mange to thrive or remain undetected. Only after testing for all parasites, examining your pet and consulting, can a veterinarian prescribe the Best Parasite Prevention for Your Pet, that will treat mange also. If your pet is scratching or loosing hair, the mange mite could be the problem.
Always call your Vet if you have any concerns or questions
$ '0 ,)1 ,'+ * !*','! 8 8 8 '" * 3 # " / , 4 7 & 5 4 6 * 5 & $ 0 . 7151 Fairbanks N. Houston (1 mile North of HWY 290)
(713)-937-7274
Do opinions Matter? By Pastor Will Cover
Arise Baptist Church 803 Curtin St. Houston, TX 77018 www.arisebaptistchurch.org •713-659-9697
directory
Warriors Worship Center Church
Ad # 22283
)* *! *
+% - $ . !+() - $ &"% +) &( &()!"' ##&,)!"' % )*&( *"&% )*&( ( " ! # &%)* %*"% ( - ( % &($ *"&%
,,, , (("&()
Sunday ForAll All Ages Ages..9:30am Sunday -- Bible BibleStuday Study For .. 9:30am MorningWorship.............10:45am Worship............ 10:45am Morning Age Graded Zones ...........6:15pm Wed.- Prayer Meeting & Missions Wed. - Organization......................6:15pm Prayer Meeting & Missions Organization .....................6:15pm Dr. John W. Neesley - Senior Pastor
1822 W. 18th
713-864-1470
Weekly Sunday Services
GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN CHURCH 4040 Watonga • 713-688-5227
• Bible Study: 9:15 a.m. • Morning:10:30 a.m. • Evening: 4:15 p.m.
Reverend John Cain, Pastor Worship Services 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Sunday School & Bible Classes 9:15 a.m.
1700 West 43 rd at Rosslyn 713-682-4942
Preschool Program • Mon. - Fri. 9-2 p.m. www.gethsemanelutheran.org
Pastor – Dr. Richard Walters
Member of MANNA
4U 4UFQIFO T 6OJUFE .FUIPEJTU $IVSDI " $BSJOH 4IBSJOH 'BJUI 'BNJMZ
4VOEBZ .PSOJOH 8PSTIJQ BOE 4VOEBZ 4DIPPM GPS $IJMESFO :PVUI BOE "EVMUT
4DPVUJOH HSPVQT GPS BMM BHFT )PNF PG +PIOTPO .FNPSJBM 4DIPPM GPS -JUUMF $IJMESFO
3FW ,FWJO 3 0UUP 1BTUPS 8 SE 4U â—† X X X T U T V N D P S H
Candlelight Church of Christ Join us for Services in English or Spanish Sunday Worship 10am & 5pm Sunday Bible Classes 9am Wednesday Bible Study 7pm
4215 Watonga Blvd. • 713-681-9365 Houston, TX 77092
“Everyone is entitled to his or her opinion.� This statement is often made when two people disagree about something. People have the freedom to make up their own mind about life. While this is a freedom each person has, everyone must submit their opinion to an authority higher than themselves. Children can have the opinion that they should eat candy all day and yet their parents will probably not let them go through with that idea. A person in a fast car may have the opinion that driving in excess of the speed limit is a good idea and yet will have to face the consequences if they are caught driving over the posted speed. Ultimately, all humans are given the ability to think and to reason for themselves. It is important to realize that while people are free to think for themselves, they must realize that they are responsible for their thoughts and their subsequent actions. In Philippians 4:8 the Bible outlines how each person should think. It says, “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.� Opinions are based in an individual’s perspective of life. That perspective is shaped by many different factors but ultimately people are responsible for their own thoughts. If thinking is going to be correct and going to have good consequences, then it must be in line with how God thinks. This is not taking away the freedom to think, or reason, but rather it is pointing out the fact that as a created being in the image of God, each person thinks best when he or she thinks according to God’s instruction book for life, the Bible.
St. James Lutheran Church, ELCA MANNA Sponsor
• Worship (English)..... 10:00 am - 11:00am • Learning Hour........... 11:00am - 12:00pm • Worship (Spanish) .... 12:30 pm - 1:30pm
1602 West 43rd St. • Houston, Tx 77018 • 713-686-1577
Page 6A • Saturday, June 10, 2017
Are Your Pets Hurricane-Prepared? from this information, would you consider printing it out and helping them to prepare as well? Building a Pet Emergency Kit: • Before a disaster occurs, build a pet emergency supply kit that includes items your pets use on a regular basis, including food, water, medications and familiar toys. Also be sure to include a photo of you and your pet. • All medical records, including a rabies certificate, pet license information and other important documents should be in a waterproof container or bag within the kit. Please ensure your pets are up-to-date on their vaccinations. Consider getting your pet the immunizations that boarding facilities require (typically bordetella) at their annual exam, in the event that you have to board them unexpectedly during storm season. Developing a Plan for Pets: • Whether the family plans to stay at home or evacuate, pets should never be left behind during an emergency. If it is not safe for people, it is not safe for pets. • If an emergency requires evacuation, get your pet emergency supply kit and decide whether it is best for your pet to stay at a shelter. If you plan to take your pet with you, be sure the place where the family is going accepts pets. • Please ensure your pet is microchipped. This increases your chances of being reunited with your pet
Dear Tabby, Hurricane season is beginning and I’m curious to know what I should be doing to ensure the safety of my cat and dog in the event of a storm threatening Houston this year. Hurricane prepared in The Heights Dear Hurricane Prepared, Hurricane season officially begins June 1 and goes through November 30. While there is lots of information available to humans on how to prepare for a potential storm, there’s less information available to pet owners who are concerned about how to care for their pets in the event of a storm. BARC recently compiled a helpful information sheet for pet owners to aid them in preparing their pet in case of a hurricane emergency. If you have friends and neighbors with pets who could benefit
4
should he or she get lost during a disaster. Visit BARC’s website to learn more about the importance of microchipping your pet. • Set aside a specific time every year to update your pet’s city license, veterinary, and microchip information. This information is crucial to reuniting your pet with your family if he or she becomes lost. Staying Informed: • Visit www.HoustonOEM.net and sign up for Alert Houston, the City’s Emergency E-mail Notification System to stay updated on the latest emergency news in Houston. • If your pet is lost during a
rant was inspired by his grandmother, a Louisiana native. “All of our locations look different, but all have the same vibe when you walk in the door.� Bassler told The Leader that he has been looking in this area for a few years. “The residential growth has outpaced the commercial development which creates an obvious demand for full service dining,� said Bassler. “The demographics are very similar to our most successful restaurant in the Heights. It’s an urban family community that we can’t wait to be a part of.� Another signed restaurant for the complex is Aladdin Mediterranean Cuisine, which has its closest location to Leader readers in Montrose. Judging from the number of readers who have long wished for Mediterranean food in the hood, the eatery will be a more than welcome addition. Lastly, Pop + Pan,
disaster, begin the search for him or her immediately by visiting the “Lost or Found a Pet?� page on www.HoustonBARC.com. Having a plan in place for your pets takes some of the strain off of you during hurricane season. Whether Houston gets threatened by a storm this year or not, you can rest easy, knowing that your pets are prepared for anything that heads your way. Do you have a question for Tabby? If so, email her at: deartabbyquestions@gmail.com.
Pet of the Week Meet Buddy. This 6 month old handsome sweetheart was dumped at a high-kill shelter. His luck changed when a rescue group happened to be in the right place at the right time and scooped him up. Now Buddy is ready to begin again. Buddy is outgoing, loving and gets along great with his canine foster brother--making him basically the best cat ever! To learn more, contact Save A Purrfect Cat Rescue at: www. saveacatrescue.org.
$ 95 OFF secOnd entree
Buy any burger combo & receive 1/2 off any burger of equal or lesser value
Dine-In Only. No Takeout Orders. Good 3-10 p.m. only.
LIve MUSIC Thursday - Sunday 6 til Close
Buy any burger combo & receive a FREE dessert size milkshake
Order Online at www.PrincesHamburgers.com Open 7 Days a Week 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
4618 Dacoma
(713) 680-0825
$ave on your Dry cleaninG! Most Garments 75 Drycleaned $
2
3319 Ella
Bring In The Grill Season With A Freshly Cleaned Grill!
*
Plus
Tax & Pressed s ’ t H g i E H 3 iTemS Or mOre. Must be presented with order. No s r coats, suede, leather, formals or household Items. E n a E Cl ry Same Day Service Up Til Noon & l au n d One Day Service On Alterations Mon-Fri 5:30 am-7 pm, Sat 8 am-3 pm
15% OFF Your next grill cleaning w/coupon Expires June 30, 2017. Offer is strictly for cleaning. Can not be combined with other offers.
713 682-2053
1903 Lawrence St. • Houston, 77008
www.trulitegas.com
713-681-5301
Proud sPonsor of: Oaks dads’ club
Authentic Mej icano Cuisine
" $ "% "
Free Dinner
Buy 1 Dinner and 2 Drinks, Get 1 Dinner Free (up to $10.00) One coupon per table
Dine In Only After 3:00 pm • Expires 6-17-17  Daily luNch SPEcialS  Bar FacilitiES  takE-Out OrDErS availaBlE
Mexican Restaurant
2615 Ella Blvd. @ 27th ď‚Ź 713-868-5232
OPEN Monday - Saturday 8am - 10pm & Sunday 8 am - 4pm
Purchase
a hamburger, Fries and a medium drink
Alabama Furniture
!!! " "#" "
HOURS Thurs & Fri: 11am - 10pm Sat-Wed: 11am - 9:30pm
Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 5:30 pm Sat 8:00 am - 4:00pm
get a regular hamburger
Free
Southwell’s HambURgeR gRill
Take Out available
SPRING CHECK UP!
27
$
White Oak
10
Taylor
FOr
Take $5.00 off any purchase of $20.00 or greater
3425 Ella Blvd 713-492-2680
(Between Hwy. 290 and Mangum)
Full Laundry Service
$5 off of $20
Offers Expire 6-30-17. Must present coupon. Not valid with any other offer. Tax not incuded
* Lunch Specials Daily * Take Out Orders Available * Complete Bar Facilities * Party Room Available (Seats 85)
Happy Hours: Mon-Thur 3-8
the newest incarnation from the folks at Panini & Provisions has been confirmed as a signed tenant. David Colby said Pop & Pan will be a more upscale venture that will still pay homage to their best loved offerings – namely paninis and popcorn. “We’ll have dinner service, beer and wine, and brunch,� said Colby. “We’re going to change the game with the sandwich.� RE:VIVE Leasing agent Adrienne Schwartz says that the construction fence is down and tenants have already started building out their spaces. “The center will look significantly different when the building where Surfhouse is located will be torn down and the parking lot re-surfaced,� said Schwartz. Bassler says he hopes to have BBs open by December 2017. Colby says they are pushing for a September 2017 opening for Pop + Pan.
HALF OFF FREE SHAKE
Buy 1 Dinner Get $4.95 OFF Second Dinner • Not available on Senior Citizens or Kids Menu • One coupon per table / one coupon per family ORIGINAL COUPON ONLY! No copies accepted • Must be presented before ordering • Expires 6-17-17.
Revive from P. 1A
75
AdolfHoepfl.com 713.960.4538 4610 N. Shepherd
with this coupon • expires 6-21-17
• Oil Change • Suspension Check • Brake Check • Steering Control Check • Tire Check • Lights Check • Battery Health Check • Belts & Hoses Check • Check Fluid Levels & Refill • Plus Road Test
*For faster service, please call for a reservation. Taxes not included. Most cars/light trucks. Oil change includes up to 5 quarts of motor oil and new oil filter. Full synthetic oil extra. Cannot combine with any other offer. Limited time only. Imports or special filters may be extra. Some restrictions may apply. 5 Year Winner
1909 Taylor Street Suite #A ď‚Ź 713-862-6611 Next to PetSmart
Michael Hatter, LMT.
BodyWork & Massage Therapy FREE DONUTS 2 KOLACHES FREE DOzEN FREE DONUT HOLES Get 1/2 dozen glazed donuts FREE with purchase of one dozen donuts or more.
With purchase of one dozen glazed donuts.
Buy a dozen donuts and get 1 dozen donut holes FREE!
Good at this location only. One coupon per visit. Tax not included. Not valid in conjunction with other coupons.
3410 Ella Blvd. at 34th St.
(713) 682-4343
1st Time Clients 1 hour session
40
$
Save $25
832.598.7752
All appointments made online. To redeem coupon enter Leader in the code box when booking the session online.
www.michaelhatterlmt.com
Saturday, June 10, 2017 • Page 7A
Local breweries honor Saint Arnold Brewing with specialty brews Birthday wishes are in order this weekend, and a lot of great happenings to celebrate Saint Arnold Brewing Co’s 23rd anniversary this Saturday. For the past couple of months, two of our local breweries have been brewing something special, along with a couple more H-Town breweries. Brash Brewing, Eureka Heights Brewing, B52 Brewing, Southern Star Brewing and Lone Pint Brewing have all been brewing a Saint Arnold collaboration beer - each picking a Saint Arnold recipe and putting their individual spin on it. “Ben Fullelove with Brash Brewing is the one that got all of this started,” Eureka Heights’ co-owner and head brewer Casey Motes said. “He talked to Brock about a way to
Entertainment
Calendar Saint Arnold Anniversary party
4 p.m. Saturday, June 10 Saint Arnold Brewing 2000 Lyons Ave. Houston’s Saint Arnold is celebrating their 23rd anniversary this weekend, and they are throwing a big party to celebrate. Tickets are $35 for the Saint Package, including admission, two beers and a special commemorative 23rd anniversary glass. The $10 general admission ticket will get you in – beer will be available for purchase.
Enjoy all local, Houston acts from: Bun B, The Tontons, 30footFALL, Buxton, John Evans, Say Girl Say, Ancient Cat Society, The Mighty Orq, Arthur Yoria, Genesis Blu and We Were Wolves, This event is a 21+ only event.
The Bacon Brothers
6:30 - 11 p.m. Saturday, June 10 The Heights Theatre 339 W. 19th St. “Long before Kevin Bacon launched his prolific stage and screen career, and before Michael Bacon became known as a go-to composer for film and television, they were just two brothers, born nine years apart, coming of age in Center City Philadelphia. By the late 1960s, Michael, already a professional musician, would gig with his band at the city’s famed Electric Factory with a young Kevin tagging along when he could. It’s a time preserved in the cover art for The Bacon Brothers’ latest, New Year’s Day, with a preteen Kevin singing alongside a mandolin-strumming Michael. The record, laden with the brothers’ trademark gritty rock and a touch of Philly soul, hearkens back to those roots in the City of Brotherly Love, when life was less complicated and music filled the air.” - The Heights Theatre
Photo by Christina Martinez Eureka Heights Brewing Co’s cofounder and head brewer with a freshly poured Chop Shop.
honor the grandfather Houston brewery, all while cele-
brating the craft. We’ve always wanted to do a collaboration, and it’s a goal for us this year to continue doing them.” Motes is a former Saint Arnold brew master. In fact, he’s the man behind the Art Car IPA recipe - a well-rounded IPA, and a top IPA favorite of mine. Naturally, Motes and Eureka jumped on this recipe to collaborate on - though, Motes said he was hopeful to snag Lawnmower, but let Southern Star have some fun with that one. For Eureka Heights’ anniversary/collaboration beer, they’ve brewed their version called Chop Shop. This brew is very similar in recipe, with minor tweaks to which hops they used, how they added them and, of course, their brewing setup.
Christina Martinez Managing Editor
Eureka’s brand is written all over this beer - with Citra hop flavors standing out in Chop Shop, something that can also be found in their popular Citra IPA. Eureka’s Chop Shop, Brash’s Knutsen’s Farm, and all of the five collab beers can be tasted at release parties happening all this week. Eureka and all the others will be at Cottonwood this Sunday, June 11 at 2 p.m. for you to get a taste. Stop by Saint Arnold’s anniversary party at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 10 at the brewery.
Art Valet: Urban Eats hosts local art, artist reception There probably is not a time in MaryAnn Lucas’ life where she was not creating art, and since the late 1960’s she has been creating and studying art. Lucas is a member of and led many prestigious art organizations and I know she has had over 40 solo exhibits. She’ll add one more solo show to her curriculum this Saturday. Urban Eats, located at 3414 Washington Avenue, will host Lucas’ show titled Paper vs. Canvas from 3 - 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 10. Attendees will enjoy complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres while attending the reception. Lucas and I crossed paths when I first started my art market and I remember her colorful works on paper and hand printed scarves. In a phone conversation, Lucas said that the title of the show, Paper vs. Canvas, alludes to her transitioning from paper to canvas as her primary surface for painting. Her medium is acrylic, and when working on paper used many layers, and she said she is gradually incorporating the same technique to the canvas. To the viewer, that means bigger works, which I’m excited about. Lucas’ work is very colorful nonrepresentational which basically means, free form, without representing any subject. The piece titled Kaleidoscope Cafe measures nearly four feet tall and depicts a three-dimensional array of squares in blues and burgundy. It appears to be moving like a waterfall. “I view my work as an exciting journey into the unknown, working intuitively, linking one idea to the next progressing toward a finished piece,” she said. “This method enables me to keep my work fresh and creative. With each step there are unlimited choices to reach a final destination. Working in a variety of mediums is a way to constantly explore new possibilities and to push the composition to the limit. Early in my career Edgar Degas and then later Robert Rauschenberg
has been most influential in my work - giving me permission to try anything.” Lucas’ work will remain on view through July 31, 2017. For more information about Urban Eats, please visit www. feasturbaneats.com or call 832-834-4417. MaryAnn Lucas may be reached via her website: www.malucasart. com. The Market at Sawyer Yards, 1502 Sawyer, is this Saturday night 6 - 10 p.m. After last summer’s mix of grown men fainting from the heat and gully washer rainstorms, the one-year-old market is following the lead of its Heights counterpart and opening for the promised cooler summer
Mitch Cohen Art Columnist
vance at FreshArts.org. Pop Shop Houston Festival is this weekend at Silver Street Studios, 2000 Edwards, on Saturday and Sunday. Organizer Brittney Bly tells me they have many awesome surprises. A beauty bar with complimentary braids and demos, street style by local fashion group, a runway show with local designers, photos, cocktails, live music and more. This event is $8 for both days get tickets and info. at popshopamerica.com. Cohen is an artist and founder of First Saturday Arts Market and the new Market at Sawyer Yards, find him at ArtValet.com
MaryAnn Lucas’ featured art, Kaleidoscope Cafe, will be on display and for sale at Urban Eats, located at 3414 Washington Ave.
evenings. Holler Brewing Co., 2206 Edwards, accessible via a hallway in the middle of the mural wall, will remain open until 10 p.m. The new Local Pho across the street, 2313 Edwards St., is open now as well giving patrons a well-rounded evening in one place.
10 for $10 Pick from 10 items for $10 for a healthy and homemade lunch.
Monday – Friday Lunch Hours Only
C avat o r e
i ta l i a n r e s ta u r a n t 2120 Ella Boulevard • (713) 869-6622
www.Cavatores.com
We Mean Business
The artists of at Sawyer Yards will still be hosting their second Saturday open studios from noon to 5 p.m. Ah, the luxury of air conditioning. Visit SawyerYards.com Fresh Arts, an arts nonprofit located in The Silos, is hosting art tours of the different buildings this summer. The free guided tours include visits to working studios and artist talks. It’s a laid-back way to meet some talented artists, explore the Washington Avenue Arts District, and maybe find a treasure or two! Though free, sign up in ad-
INSPIRED BY FAMILY. CRAFTED BY LOCALS.
BREAKFAST + LUNCH + DINNER
Quick & Easy Business Lunch
3 Courses $15 Tuesday -Friday
HA PPY 0–3 1 N HOU R MO & SU T A S N–FRI 3–6 | BRUNCH
Outstanding Gulf Seafood and Wild Game 3 4 1 4 WA S H I NGTON AVE
FEASTURBANEATS.COM
713.861.8666 • rainbow-lodge.com
Page 8A • Saturday, June 10, 2017
Durham from P. 1A Street), and development trends have followed suit. “Now, you have expansion everywhere — real estate prices go up, folks expand outwards into other neighborhoods, therefore so do the businesses. Whenever we went in, it was a product of things starting to expand a little outward,” she said. “Plenty of people still live on the west side of Durham, so I do think it’s probably just the trend of the outward expansion from a central area — the foot traffic goes one way, and the businesses go that way as well.” Gilmer said if shoppers are clustering on one side of the street, to try giving the other side the same type of attraction of an established location is extremely difficult. The business that moves over to that other street is going to be there basically alone and not part of the shopping experience, and in his experience might not make it. “Once those shopping districts form and you have all these stores all together that can offer the variety consumers want and are used to, it’s difficult to complete with that,” he said. Johnson, on the other hand, believes it is possible that Durham’s own history and development could play a role in why developers seem a bit slow on the uptake. “Because that part of the Heights is older and more established as a ‘walking’ neighborhood, and the east side of 19th Street is very pedestrianfriendly, it might be taking longer for the other side to get there,” she said. Gilmer believes those walking along the hub and glancing just a street over typically wonder what the deal is with a lone wolf, and has seen many a business fail in such a situation. “It’s such a hassle to walk over, and people are going to wonder why it’s there by itself,” he said. “It’s a bad locational decision once the shopping district is entrenched.” But that’s not even crossing the mind of restauranteur and recent Durham Drive transplant Ian Tucker, who just opened Balls Out Burger at 1603 N. Durham last week. “On the contrary, I think it’s a positive thing. You can have too much stuff on top of each other, and I like having that small little bit of independence,” he said of the decision to move into a spot just outside the Shepherd hub. “People need to make effort to get here, so I feel they’ll stay here a little longer. On Shepherd or in a cluster, you can just walk next door. It’s in the area where things are going on, but I’m off to the side by myself, which is good. You’re nearby to the action, but you’re also distinguishing yourself.” While Tucker is a fan of competition and loves like-minded businesses in the proximity, part of his motivation in choosing Durham is what drives everything from his concept’s unique name to its menu — standing out as opposed to assimilating or blending right in, and he is not worried about business suffering. “Competition is good, and I like other businesses doing what I do being around me, but you also want that little bit of space away from it,” he said. “On Shepherd, everything’s more on top of each other. They’ve also started putting strip centers in, and that’s not really the way I wanted to go.”
Preparation from P. 1A in your car very quickly,” he noted. “We don’t know (if one is going to hit us), but we are in hurricane season, so make the preparations now. Hurricanes are not something to play with — they’re very serious events, so people need to prepare.” Evacuations Should area residents be asked to evacuate, TxDOT spokesperson Karen Othon said the corridors available to residents are Interstate 10, Interstate 45, US 59 and Highway 290. “The goal is to go north or west to get away from the storm’s impact,” Othon said. Evacuation routes can also be found on the ReadyHarris app, or residents can visit txdot.gov for information on how to prepare an evacuation route. For simplicity’s sake, Harris County will order evacuations by zip code. If residents are not in a named zip code, Emmett urged that those who are not in a storm surge or immediate danger area should in fact hunker down and ride out the storm. “We don’t want people evacuating who don’t need to be on the road, because then the evacuation itself becomes more dangerous than the storm,” he said. “It’s important we allow people in places near the coast to get out of harm’s way before we out folks on the road and add to that congestion.” Prepare your home For sustenance, those asked to stay in are encouraged to stock up at least a week’s worth of non-perishable food and one gallon of drinking water per person per day (enough for seven days) — but not go overboard. “Be realistic when buying these things,” said Duane Myers with C&D Hardware in the Heights. “How much water do you drink in a day? How many people are in your house, and will others be visiting during the situation.” Those acting early and proactively, he said, can avoid the detrimental “hoarder” mentality. “They’ve limited the amount of supplies for everyone when they do that — it’s just a weird scenario,” he said.
Regardless of whether residents are ordered to evacuate, Myers offered a few tips for reinforcing your most precious commodities. “Right now, every store has plywood. Get a few sheets of it, about a half inch thick, and cut it down to fit the windows, and put them on there with hangers (which we sell),” he said. “You can put them into your windows and leave them there, then you’ve got your pre-cut plywood, holes drilled in to match this hardware that stays in place — throw it on there, put a couple wingnuts on it and you’re ready to go.” Myers added that it remains a good idea to have a few blue tarps of various sizes to cover your roof and account for heavy rain which can precede and follow a hurricane event. C&D also typically experiences a run on hurricane clips, which can be used to board up windows and doors properly, duct tape and masking tape for windows. “It’s not a bad idea to prepare like that,” he said. “The best thing to do is have your plan in place before the storm.” Emmett also encouraged residents to stow away any and all loose objects which could become flying projectiles with the aid of hurricaneforce winds. Stay the course Some outlets have predicted about an average hurricane output for 2017, with 11 potential named storms, with the possibility of five to nine becoming hurricanes. For Harris County, however, each new season brings readiness and pinpoint focus regardless of past occurrences or future projections — and Emmett believes residents should think in in the same vein. “The predictions of how many hurricanes really don’t impact us at all — we prepare as if a hurricane is coming our way,” he said. “If there are 25 hurricanes that come and none hit us, we’ve had a great year. If there’s one hurricane in the entire hemisphere and it hits us, that’s a bad year.” “That’s what allows people to come through storms unharmed. Property may be damaged, but our goal is to make
sure people stay out of harm’s way,” he added. “If at the end of the season we haven’t been hit, then great. But it’s worth taking the time now to make those preparations.” Don’t be a hero To those who say they’re going to ride out the storms despite residing in a danger area, Emmett implored them to reconsider.
“You really can’t ride out a storm. If it’s a direct hit and you’re in the storm surge area, your life is at serious risk,” he said. “That also puts the responders in harm’s way — there comes a point when we can’t send them into that kind of a situation. Once you make that decision, you’re on your own, and it’s serious. I don’t want anyone to make that decision.”
for Summer Cycling Bikes and accesories for the active Dads NOW OPEN SUNDAYS 10am to 2pm
Bike Shop Houston, TX
2040 E. T.C. Jester • 713-862-8520 (Just across the bayou from previous location)
Don’t Forget DaD Come in and find something unique to make Father’s Day - June 18
30% OFF