WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXVII NUMBER 32 Section 1 10 pages
August 17, 2022 Home of the ‘Lone Star Flag’ and
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SHSU Educational, Historical and Moving Texas Launches Program Presented by The United FirstWeekly Daughters of The Confederacy Generation Center Gas Prices F O R I M M E D I AT E RELEASE - August 15, 2022 Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 9.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.41/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 64.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 56.8 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has declined 14.8 cents in the last week and stands at $5.27 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas was priced at $2.97/g yesterday while the most expensive was $4.87/g, a difference of $1.90/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.97/g while the highest was $4.87/g, a difference of $1.90/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 9.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.92/g today. The national average is down 63.7 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 74.8 cents per gallon higher than a year ago, according to GasBuddy data compiled from more than 11 million weekly price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country. Historical gasoline prices in Texas and the national average going back ten years: August 15, 2021: $2.84/g (U.S. Average: $3.17/g) August 15, 2020: $1.87/g (U.S. Average: $2.17/g) August 15, 2019: $2.36/g (U.S. Average: $2.63/g) August 15, 2018: $2.62/g (U.S. Average: $2.85/g) August 15, 2017: $2.15/g (U.S. Average: $2.34/g) August 15, 2016: $1.96/g (U.S. Average: $2.12/g) August 15, 2015: $2.37/g (U.S. Average: $2.67/g) August 15, 2014: $3.28/g (U.S. Average: $3.46/g) August 15, 2013: $3.39/g (U.S. Average: $3.53/g) August 15, 2012: $3.52/g (U.S. Average: $3.71/g) Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $3.56/g, down 11.0 cents per gallon from last week's $3.67/g. San Antonio- $3.36/g, down 8.1 cents per gallon from last week's $3.44/g. Austin- $3.46/g, down 8.6 cents per gallon from last week's $3.55/g. “For the ninth week straight, gas prices have continued to fall, but the streak is at great risk of being broken this week with wholesale gasoline prices having bounced back up some 40 cents per gallon as oil prices have rebounded," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. "That means the decline in average prices could wrap up soon, with some price increases possible as early as this week, especially in areas of the Great Lakes. While the West Coast and some areas of the Rockies may see prices continue to drift lower, I do believe the national average could tick higher this week as the better than expected jobs report last week likely means less demand destruction than anticipated." SOURCE GasBuddy
On August 9, 2022, Thomas Jefferson Stubbs 2 5 2 3 , C o n r o e , Te x a s Division, United Daughters of the Confederacy, Associate member Iva Gilliam and former chapter member Renee Mauch, gave a very educational, historical and moving program to those in attendance. Those present were members of the Major General Patrick Cleburne's
Camp 2182, The Wo o d l a n d s , S o n s o f Confederate Veterans and t h e Te x a s S o c i e t y o f Confederate Rose, The Wo o d l a n d s R o s e 5 3 Chapter. The title of the program was "John Wilkes Booth, Everything but the Assassination", they gave information about his family, his father was an actor and some of his siblings were as well. There was information on
pictured left to right...Iva Gilliam and Renee Mauch his schooling, his travels and even about the time Booth met the President's son at a play. There was a slide presentation that went along with the program, it was very well done and so informative. Greetings from the state of Arkansas was given to the members by Loy Mauch, who is the Arkansas Sons of C o n f e d e r a t e Ve t e r a n s
Division Commander. The same two ladies also attended the 127th Reunion of the Sons of Confederate Veterans held recently in Carterville, Ga. The state of Arkansas will be hosting the SCV Reunion in 2023 and they wanted to learn all about the reunion. Article submitted by Eva Rains, chapter member.
The Second Annual Conroe Founders’ Day Was A Success
Thanks to the 150 brave souls who endured the scorching heavy heat to celebrate the second annual Conroe Founders’ Day August 2nd, 2022. The color guard from the Major General Patrick Cleburne’s 7th Texas infantry camp 2184, SCV consisting of Ed Sellards, Ethan Braxton, Roy Goodman, David Hanmaker, Buddy Cangamues Chaired and by Douglas Collings lead the parade followed by the large Rebel Joan of Arc golf cart holding the docents Dianne Kebodeaux, Evelyn Miller, Anita Stevens, Regina Riney, Donna Summers, and chairman Elaine Collings in beautiful attire including bonnets, gloves, and parasols. After MC Lyn Howard welcomed all, The National Anthem was sung acapella by a trio from the Montgomery County Choral Society lead by To m m i H a m i l t o n . Immediately following a huge unexpected blast roared from the cannon. Rolling Thunder is owned by Mike Wilson and John Homman. It took our breath away! Our city Community..........2, 3, 4, 10 council was represented by Commentary.......................3, 4 Todd Yancy leading the and mayor Pro Tem Kurt t h e C i t y o f C o n r o e Devotional..........................5 U . S . p l e d g e a n d n e w Maddox. Reading the declaring Aug 2, 2022 Legals.........................6, 7, 8 councilman Howard Wood official proclamation from Founder’s Day. Thank you leading the Texas pledge
MISD Receives an “A”
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With a campus community comprised of approximately 50 percent first-generation students, along with many staff and faculty, it’s no surprise that Sam Houston State University offers numerous outstanding programs for these students. While many resources are provided across campus, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Michael T. Stephenson recognized the need for a “one-stop shop” for first-gen students and their families, particularly as they tour the university and then get settled on campus. To optimize programs and information on how to succeed, the university has launched SHSU’s First-Generation Center housed on the first floor of the Newton Gresham Library next to the Academic Success Center. “The new center is located in the heart of campus because it is a large part of who we are at Sam and the heart of this institution,” Stephenson said. “It is publicfacing, demonstrating our commitment to the success of our first-gen students. The universities that provide programs that address the specific needs of first-gen students are far more likely to retain and graduate those students. I want to make sure we are providing the appropriate level of support and guidance.” To h e l p e l e v a t e t h e importance of SHSU’s first-gen student population and coordinate efforts across campus, Lt. Col. Joe Contreras has been appointed as executive director of the new First-Gen Center. Contreras’ background includes over 20 years of service as an Army officer. In the past four y e a r s , h e h a s l e d S H S U ’s Department of Military Science and said it was an easy decision to continue his career at Sam. “The seven Army values, loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity and personal courage, that we live by as officers closely align with SHSU’s values,” said Contreras. “While going through the process of finding a position for the next chapter of my life, I knew I wanted to continue to positively impact students’ lives and this position provides that opportunity.” As a first-generation student during his own college years, Contreras knows the challenges of navigating university life without the benefit of family knowledge and expertise on the ins-and-outs. He aims to ensure that the new center gives those students and prospective students a sense of belonging within the greater campus community. “This First-Gen Center provides the space for all those around campus who are dedicated to first-gen student success to be at the table together to share ideas, successes, research and the best practices. I’m incredibly excited for these individuals to share their work and combine efforts so our students benefit from their expertise and dedication on a larger scale,” Stephenson said.
Montgomery ISD continues a level of excellence on the Pathway to Premier! We are proud to announce that Montgomery ISD has received an 'A' rating with a score of 93% and 23 total distinctions for the 2021-2022 school year! An 'A' rating is the highest level of academic distinction given by the Texas Education Agency. This achievement is a direct reflection of the hard work put forth by our students and educators and is a result of the supportive efforts of all MISD families, our community stakeholders and the MISD Board of Trustees. #BePremier