WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXVII NUMBER 45 Section 1 10 pages
November 30, 2022 Home of the ‘Lone Star Flag’ and
Dale Spradling
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Texas Save The Date: December Weekly 10th The Annual “Christmas Gas Prices Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 10.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.83/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 31.9 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 11.0 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 7.9 cents in the last week and stands at $5.20 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas was priced at $2.00/g yesterday while the most expensive was $4.49/g, a difference of $2.49/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.00/g while the highest was $4.49/g, a difference of $2.49/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 12.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.52/g today. The national average is down 22.7 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 14.1 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: November 28, 2021: $2.94/g (U.S. Average: $3.37/g) November 28, 2020: $1.80/g (U.S. Average: $2.11/g) November 28, 2019: $2.24/g (U.S. Average: $2.60/g) November 28, 2018: $2.20/g (U.S. Average: $2.50/g) November 28, 2017: $2.26/g (U.S. Average: $2.49/g) November 28, 2016: $1.89/g (U.S. Average: $2.13/g) November 28, 2015: $1.82/g (U.S. Average: $2.04/g) November 28, 2014: $2.55/g (U.S. Average: $2.78/g) November 28, 2013: $3.13/g (U.S. Average: $3.27/g) November 28, 2012: $3.15/g (U.S. Average: $3.41/g) Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $3.06/g, down 7.7 cents per gallon from last week's $3.13/g. San Antonio- $2.75/g, down 13.5 cents per gallon from last week's $2.88/g. Austin- $2.82/g, down 12.1 cents per gallon from last week's $2.94/g. "As millions of Americans hit the road for Thanksgiving, we saw gasoline prices continue dropping coast to coast last week, and a new record was set for the largest single day decline in the national average. In addition, 47 of the nation's 50 states have seen diesel prices falling as well, providing well-needed relief ahead of the holidays and helping to stem the rise in inflation," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. "All the metrics look very positive for motorists as this week is likely to continue seeing falling gasoline prices, with many areas falling to the lowest level since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February. It's entirely possible the national average price of gasoline could fall under $3 per gallon by Christmas, which would be a huge gift to unwrap for motorists after a dizzying year at the pump." SOURCE GasBuddy
In Historic Montgomery” …. Where the Holidays Begin! Montgomery County’s oldest Christmas celebration has activities not found anywhere else in the area. Do not miss this wonderful day full of events to create memories and fun for every family member, in downtown H i s t o r i c Montgomery—one of Texas’ oldest towns and the birthplace of the Texas flag. The Montgomery Historical Society, founded in the 1950s, produces the this, their main fundraising event, every December with proceeds going toward maintaining the seven historic buildings owned by the Society. The event is throughout the historic district surrounding the Community building at 14420 Liberty Street. Strolling carolers, coupled with the Holiday Marketplace filled with vendors offering homemade gifts décor & holiday foods for visiting families and the oldfashioned decorations in the historic buildings on the evening Historic Home Tour, will make you feel you have stepped back to t h e m i d - 1 8 0 0 ’s w h e n Montgomery was the county seat. T h e C i t y o f
Montgomery sponsors the Holiday Parade which begins 10:00 a.m., starting on Liberty St. and heading north across Eva St., then winding through the downtown area. Several awards will be presented to entrants within the main categories of Theme and Spirit plus a Grand Champion. The 2022 parade theme is “Cowboy Christmas.” For safety reasons, no candy or other items are allowed to be thrown from the floats—parade walkers will hand out candies to the crowds along the route.
Parade applications are available on the City’s web site or at Montgomery City Hall on Old Plantersville Road. There is a deadline for submitting applications, so act fast! Vendors! There is still room for vendors to join Sign up soon for booths at t h e H o l i d a y Marketplace—Arts & Crafts. Items must be homemade, homegrown – quality products. This is a great opportunity for visitors to find Christmas gifts and holiday décor as well as holiday party supplies. Booths are
10’x10’, renting for $85, or $115 with electricity. For more information, See MHS-TX.org, and to print the Vendor Letter and Marketplace Application. All prior vendors who want to return will be guaranteed a space and the number of spaces they rented last year as long as they get their applications in at least a few days before the event. Application and Vendor letter are on the Society’s web site under the decades-long event,
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Making Holiday Memories at The Woodlands Children’s Museum
complimentary professional photo in an environment that is familiar and inviting. Families can also enjoy meet and greet opportunities with Frosty the Snowman while enjoying live holiday music, snow play, sensory bins, and a flavorful hot chocolate, espresso and smoothie bar. Throughout the day, holiday storytime presents classics such as “The Night Before Christmas” by Clement C. Moore, “Dream Snow” by Eric Carle, “If You Take a Mouse to the Movies” by Laura Numeroff, “Bear Stays Up for Christmas” by Karma Wilson and “Oh, photos courtesy of The Woodlands Children's Museum. Children and families can What a Christmas!” by celebrate the holidays at The Woodlands Children’s Museum. Michael Garland. “ S a n t a ’s M o r n i n g THE WOODLANDS, specifically designed to M o r n i n g J i n g l e o n Jingle is designed Community............2, 3, 4, 9 TX – November 28, 2022 - create lasting memories for Saturday, December 10th especially for young Commentary.......................3, 4 - For this year’s holiday young guests and their from 9:00am to 2:00pm. children, who can easily During this special event, season, The Woodlands families. Devotional..........................5 Children’s Museum will be The joy of the season children can visit with Museum, page 9 Legals.........................6, 7, 8 h o s t i n g t h r e e e v e n t s , will begin with Santa’s S a n t a a n d r e c e i v e a
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Fundraising breakfast for Children’s Safe Harbor Fundraising breakfast for Children’s Safe Harbor to be hosted by Pct. 3 Constable Ryan Gable at Truluck’s - The Woodlands on Dec. 6. The Woodlands, TX – Be an early bird for a great cause! A delicious fundraising breakfast to benefit Children’s Safe Harbor will be hosted by Montgomery County Pct. 3 Constable Ryan Gable, Montgomery County Pct. 3 Constable’s Office, and Truluck’s restaurant on Tuesday, December 6 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (come-and-go) at Truluck’s Seafood Steak and Crab House - The Woodlands at 1900 Hughes Landing Blvd., suite 600. This marks the eighth year that Constable Gable’s office has hosted a fundraising breakfast in support of the children’s advocacy center that provides services for child victims of sexual assault, severe abuse, sex trafficking, neglect, and trauma. The mission of Children’s Safe Harbor is to achieve justice and healing for every abused child and engage the community in that mission. Founded 24 years ago, their team of multi-disciplinary partners (i.e. law enforcement, Te x a s D e p a r t m e n t o f Family and Protective Services) has helped over 21,000 children ages 2 - 17 in a safe place to be heard, helped, and healed. The community is invited to this come-and-go event and community leaders, elected officials and members of law enforcement will attend as well. Tr u l u c k ’s – T h e Woodlands is underwriting the full breakfast so that 100 percent of proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the non-profit. Tickets are available for a suggested minimum donation of $30 at https://childrenssafeharbor -bloom.kindful.com/e/trul ucks-breakfast-fundraiser or at Montgomery County Pct. 3 Constable’s Office, 1520 Lake Front Circle, Suite 200, The Woodlands, TX, 77380. The community is invited to this come-and-go event and community leaders, elected officials and members of law enforcement will attend as well. Children’s Safe Harbor is a 501c3 non-profit corporation. For more information, visit www.ChildrensSafeHarbor .org.
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