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Funding for a controversial plan to expand Interstate 45 near and north of Downtown Houston remains in place, but it could still be removed from the road before the end of the year. The Texas Transportation Commission, which governs the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), voted Tuesday to keep TxDOT’s North Houston Highway Improvement Project as
part of its long-term transportation plan for the state, according to multiple news reports. But the estimated $7 billion project could still be derailed by an ongoing investigation by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), which has instructed TxDOT to pause the project while it looks into environmental and civil rights concerns raised by impacted residents and local elected officials. Commission chairman Bruce Bugg said during a
Tuesday meeting that if the federal organization does not complete its investigation and lift the pause by Nov. 30, then the commission will remove the highway expansion project and its funding from TxDOT’s Unified Transportation Plan, a 10-year plan for the state’s highway system. “It is crystal clear to me that TxDOT is ready to build the (expansion),” Bugg said, according to the Houston Chronicle. “No question See I-45 P. 5A
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Photo by Adam Zuvanich Construction has begun on Phase 2 of the Garden Oaks-Shepherd Park Drainage & Paving Project, which figures to reduce flooding risks in the area but could cause headaches in the interim.
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A few years from now, Garden Oaks and Shepherd Park Plaza residents who live a little bit east of Ella Boulevard should have smoother streets with better drainage capacity and more room to operate – by car, by bike and by foot. In the meantime, though, they might not like dealing with construction and street closures. Many residents and businesses in the area will temporarily lose water and access to their driveways, and some must permanently part ways with trees on their properties. The City of Houston and one of its contractors began construction this week on Phase 2 of the Garden Oaks-Shepherd Park Drainage & Paving Project, a three-pronged initiative that aims to reduce structural flooding risks in the neighborhoods while improving road and sidewalk conditions. The area to be overhauled includes parts of Golf and Wakefield drives as well as Chamboard Lane to the north, with the work slated to be done in sections and completed by the fall of 2023. “The bad news is because this is construction, there will be some inconveniences,” Houston Public Works’ Kenya Williams told residents during a virtual public engagement meeting held Aug. 26. “The good news is they are only temporary.” The cost of Phase 2 construction is $23.7 million, according to the city, and the work will cover 21,626 linear feet of
Beth Matusoff Merfish wants to help make a better Houston for her two young daughters, much like her own mother did for her. Heights resident Sherry Merfish, 69, is a longtime women’s rights advocate who worked as a development director for EMILY’s List, a political action committee that helps elect Democratic female candidates who are in favor of abortion rights. She was an inspiration for the younger Merfish, an associate professor who is the chair of the liberal arts department at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. Beth Merfish recently took on another role in which she can have an even bigger impact on fellow women in the city – and for generations to come. The Woodland Heights resident is the chair of the new Houston Women’s Commission, which was created last week by the Houston City Council and held its first meeting Monday at City Hall. Merfish said she wants to advocate for gender equality and equity on behalf of her two daughters, 5-year-old Etta and 3-year-old Flora. “My mom’s goal was to make the world better for me,” Merfish said. “I’m now trying to make the world better for them. So with each generation, we make progress.” The Houston Women’s Commission is the brainchild of council member Abbie Kamin, who serves the Greater Heights as part of District C. Merfish said Kamin first told her about the idea while she was running for city council in 2019, and the vision began to take shape after Kamin was elected. Kamin and Merfish secured the support of Mayor Sylvester Turner, who along with the council created the 25-member women’s commission through city ordinance, meaning it will continue to operate after the current elected officials’ terms have expired. The purpose of the volunteer commission, made up entirely of women, is See Women P. 3A
Photo from Abbie Kamin’s office Woodland Heights resident Beth Merfish, left, and Houston City Council member Abbie Kamin participate in the first Houston Women’s Commission meeting Monday at City Hall.
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Photo from Twitter St. Thomas wide receiver Cameron Price (3) tries to evade a tackler during the Eagles’ Aug. 27 game against Needville.
St. Thomas High School football coach Rich McGuire previously said his team was going to be looking for some answers in its season opener against Needville. St. Pius X, meanwhile, is looking to climb back to the top of TAPPS competition. Through the end of the season’s first week, at least, both teams looked to be taking
steps in the right direction. St. Thomas was on the winning end of a 35-28 thriller against Needville last Saturday night, while St. Pius X raced to a 54-0 victory over Lutheran High North. Transfer quarterback Jake Wright immediately left his mark for St. Thomas, completing 24 of 31 passes for 343 yards and four touchdowns without an interception in his Eagles’ debut. All four of Wright’s touch-
downs were to four different receivers, but senior Cameron Price carried the load, catching 12 passes for 215 yards and a score. Joe Rick Madden, Trey Robinson and Shaffer Henderson also hauled in scoring tosses. On the defensive side of the ball, junior Jackson Ward lead four Eagles tacklers in double digits with 16 stops and two tackles for loss. John Heyburn had 13 tackles and a sack, See Football P. 4A
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Houston police say they are searching for a man accused of shooting and hospitalizing another man and his 10-yearold son during an apparent road-rage incident along the Loop 610 access road in February. Tyric Davis, 22, is charged with two counts of aggravated
assault with a deadly weapon in connection to the shootings of 40-year-old Emiliano Garcia and his son, according to the Houston Police Department. Davis remains at large, police said. HPD said Garcia was driving near the 300 block of North Loop West, between North Shepherd Drive and Yale Street, just before 3:30 p.m. Feb. 10 when he attempt-
ed to pass another driver but was cut off. Police said the other driver, suspected to be Davis, allegedly pulled in front of Garcia’s car and suddenly braked before allegedly pulling out a gun and firing toward Garcia and his son, who was a passenger. Both were shot. The two vehicles then collided, police said, but Garcia managed to keep driving to a
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A man and a police officer were both injured during a traffic-stop altercation in Independence Heights last weekend, according to the Houston Police Department. Mario Watts, 38, and the police officer, identified by HPD as K. Cummins, both received first aid at the scene and were
transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. Watts, who according to HPD was shot in the right arm and right leg by Cummins, has been charged with aggravated assault of a peace officer in connection with the incident, police said. According to Harris County court records, Watts also has been charged with evading arrest.
Teenagers charged in Northline shooting death By Landan Kuhlmann
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Houston police say murder charges have been filed against two teenagers in connection with the fatal shooting of a man in the Northline area last month. Joel Moore, 19, has been arrested and charged with murder, according to the Houston Police Department, while a 16-year-old boy was remanded to the county’s juvenile probation authorities on murder charges. Both were arrested Aug. 26, according to police, and have been accused in the shooting death of 24-year-old Guadalupe Rico. According to Harris County court records, Moore was out on bond related to multiple
2020 charges for aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon at the time of the incident, allegedly violating the terms of his bond. HPD said officers responded to a shooting call at a home at 8306 Roswell St. around 6:40 p.m. Aug. 20, when witnesses told investigators that someone had driven Rico to the hospital after he was shot. He was later pronounced dead, according to HPD. Eyewitnesses told investigators that Rico was shot multiple times by two male suspects who then fled the scene, police said. Police said Moore and the juvenile suspect were stopped for an alleged traffic violation Aug. 26, after which a witness identified them as the alleged shooters, according to police.
Court records say Watts was out of jail on bond related to previous felony charges of possession of a weapon at the time of the incident, which allegedly violated the conditions of the bond. He remained hospitalized as of Monday, according to HPD. Cummins attempted to make a traffic stop on Watts’ car around 7:15 p.m. Aug. 28, according to police. Watts
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military leaders on our Sunday morning TV talking heads shows pointing fingers, occasionally just one digit, but leaving no fingerprints. Books are being written with advice and 20-20 hindsight, but no apologies. And Texas has its share, which we shall get to. We can start with an observation by John F. Kennedy. After the failure of the Bay of Pigs, Kennedy told a journalist, “Victory has 100 fathers and defeat is an orphan.” Winston Churchill said roughly the same thing. Look at the Vietnam War, which more or less officially began on Nov. 1, 1955, and ended with the fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. Like the Afghan War, that conflict involved a lot of presidents, Congress member and generals, but LBJ got blamed for our defeat. Ruined his reputation. Today no one blames Gerald Ford for ordering a withdrawal of U.S. troops, maybe because the war
lasted another two years. And the whole mess was no one’s fault. For the first time in our nation’s history, the U.S. started a war. President George W. Bush, along with Dick Cheney and Donald Rumsfeld, told us there were nuclear warheads hidden in Iraq. “I don’t want the smoking gun to be a mushroom cloud,” was the cutesy term. So we invaded Iraq. Faulty intelligence was the excuse. Back to Afghanistan. “Classified assessments by American spy agencies over the summer painted an increasingly grim picture of the prospect of a Taliban takeover of Afghanistan and warned of the rapid collapse of the Afghan military,” The New York Times revealed, going on to report how our intelligence services had often warned the White House and the Pentagon of what was about to happen. Now how would the Times know this? Because the cloak-and-dagger crowd leaked it, obviously, to cover their tails. But wait. “I can tell you that there are not reports that I am aware of that predicted a security force of 300,000 would evaporate…” This from Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. So the generals can play the blame game, too. President Joe Biden allowed that “the buck stops with me.” This came at the end of an address that pointed accusing fingers at Donald
By Landan Kuhlmann The City of Houston has launched a new website that officials say is aimed at assisting citizens and providing more information about the increase of residential water rates, which went into effect Wednesday. Houston City Council voted 12-4 in June to increase the city’s rates for providing water and wastewater service to residential customers. It was described as a necessity by Mayor Sylvester Turner, who said the city must upgrade its aging infrastructure while complying with a consent decree with the state and federal governments that requires Houston to make $2 billion in improvements to its wastewater system during the next 15 years.
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Women, from P. 1A to “advance equality and equity for women in the City of Houston by identifying and addressing disparities in healthcare, employment, safety and security across communities and industries, both in Houston’s public and private sector,” according to a news release from Kamin’s office. The local council member is not serving on the commission but will be active in its work, Merfish said. “After over a year of planning, to see this effort come to fruition is very special,” Kamin said. Turner congratulated Kamin for proposing the women’s commission and said she “brings a unique perspective to public service” as an attorney, wife and mother. Kamin gave birth to a son earlier this year, and among the first items on the commission’s agenda is to push for a parental leave policy for city employees. Merfish said Turner expressed support for the idea while addressing the commission at its first meeting. “Women play a vital role in my administration and are leaders who are making significant contributions in all aspects of our diverse community,” Turner said in a news release. “I look forward to seeing the commission’s recommendations and working to enhance the quality of life for all women.” Merfish said the commission will meet at least quarterly, with sub-committees meeting at least monthly. She said another priority is addressing wage disparities in the Houston region between men and women, particularly women of color. Citing a study by the University of Houston’s Institute for Research on Women, Gender & Sexuality, Merfish said white women in Harris County
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Dear Editor: Some City of Houston functionary has dictated crosswalk construction on Studewood consisting of curbed concrete slabs plopped in the center lane at various locales, apparently to facilitate pedestrian crossings at certain bus stops. Given how drivers behave on Studewood -- pedestrians and cyclists wisely recognize this avenue as a combination of 1975’s movie “Rollerball” and the “Death Race” film franchise -- these new buttresses offer a literally higher level of axlebreaking hazard for motorists accustomed to doing 45 or more in a 30. Left turns onto nearby streets will require adroit abrupt-deceleration maneuvering, no doubt prompting infuriated horn honks from behind. It will perhaps be as interesting as the times when our City, desperate to accommodate more traffic, widened Westheimer and Kirby ... by painting the lane stripes closer together. P.S. The Leader’s accompanying Parade Magazine trumpeted the coming American Crime Story TV tale “Impeachment,” which if done by Hallmark would be titled “Monica and Bill.” A certain prominent American couple is now fabulously wealthy and comfortable, their charitable foundation relieving disasters in places such as Haiti by channeling tens of dollars to assist. But
who use more than 3,000 gallons per month should expect to see increases ranging from 55-62 percent over the same five-year period, the city said. The city said its new website, houstonsecured.org/NewRates.html, features a tool to assist customers in calculating how much their utility bill will change with the new rates. It also has tips for lowering utility bills and resources for those who need help paying their bill, according to the city. Anyone with questions about their utility bills are can contact the city’s Customer Account Services at 713-3711400.
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Dear Editor: In the interest of fairness and truth, let’s also consider the people who have decided against the vaccine, not due to misinformation or inaccessibility, but due to careful and thoughtful consideration and study. Many people, educated and employed taxpayers, feel the vaccines were not properly tested and “rushed to market.” What is wrong with that? I happen to care about what I put into my body and am not particulary trustful of pharmaceutical companies who stand to make billions of dollars from this vaccine. Also, I am not impressed with their failure rate. I resent the disparaging remarks and judgements - all because I am being careful with my body. Vaccines can do harm as well. So please, do not represent all those who refuse the jab as “misinformed” or anything else. My IQ is high and my decision was deliberate and thoughtful. Houstonian
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earned 69.4 cents for every dollar earned by a white man in the same role with the same experience between 2015 and 2017, whereas the national average was 74.8 cents for every dollar earned by a white man. The gap was even wider for Black women and Hispanic women, who earned 47.1 cents and 33.5 cents, respectively, for every dollar earned by a white man. Those figures were even further below the national averages, Merfish said. “Even though we think of ourselves as a city of the future and we celebrate Houston’s diversity, we are really far behind in issues of equality,” Merfish said. The Houston Women’s Commission consists of a diverse group of women, Merfish said, with members coming from varying ethnic groups, religions, sexual orientations and parts of the city. She said they are professionally diverse as well, with the education, energy, medical, communications, financial, legal and nonprofit professions represented. Along with Merfish, the women’s commission also includes Carmen Pena Abrego, Kristy Bridges, Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock, Barbara Burger, Elsa Caballero, Rogene Calvert, Haley Crain Carter, Lori Choi, Carvana Cloud, Phyllis Frye, Juliana Garaizar, Eureka Gilkey, Elizabeth Gregory, Glenda Joe, Sima Ladjevardian, Nancy MacGregor, Janalia Moreno, Chau Nguyen, Tanuke Smith, Tammi C. Wallace, Codi Wiener, Angie Wiens-Talbert, Christine S. Willie and Alison Young. Ladjevardian ran for U.S. Congress as a Democrat last year, losing to incumbent U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw, a Republican, for the District 2 seat that includes the Timbergrove and Lazybrook neighborhoods as well as part of Oak Forest.
New York City. She was pushing the Green Agenda, a silly proposal that never will be enacted. Speaking of Gov. “No Masks” Abbott, he is blaming the state’s dreadful increase in Covid-19 cases on President Biden for opening up our borders to pandemic-carrying illegal immigrants, which Biden hasn’t done and has never said he would. Lite Guv. Dan Patrick blames Blacks for the quick spread of the pandemic. “The Democrats like to blame Republicans on that. Well, the biggest group in most states are African Americans who have not been vaccinated. Last time I checked, over 90 percent of them vote for Democrats in their major cities and major counties.” Remember that Patrick said he would pay up to a $2-million reward for evidence of voter fraud in the Nov. 3 election. Just hours later Pennsylvania Lite Guv. John Fetterman, a Democrat, jumped on Patrick’s offer. Fetterman found not one but three cases of voter fraud in his state. All three had fraudulently voted for Trump. Patrick never paid. I guess Patrick is not responsible for what Patrick promised. Finally, the last we heard from Gen. Robert E. Lee is that he’s being erased from history.
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City, county continuing vaccine incentive programs By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
The response to local COVID-19 vaccination incentive programs have been so strong that Houston and Harris County are expanding and extending their monetary offers for community members to receive vaccinations. Harris County Judge Lina Hidaglo announced Tuesday that the county has extended
its $100 cash card incentive program through Sept. 14. Those who get their first COVID-19 vaccination dose from any provider in the county are eligible for the $100 cash card incentive. Over the previous two weeks, a news release from Hidalgo’s office said the county’s public health department had provided more than 34,000 first- dose vaccinations across all sites after county leadership expanded eligibil-
ity criteria for the cash card incentive to include first doses received from all other providers in the county. Meanwhile, Hidalgo’s office said the percentage of eligible population in the county who have received their first dose of the vaccine has risen to 71.9 percent. Harris County residents can schedule a vaccination appointment by calling 832-927-8787 or signing up through vacstrac.hctx.net.
The City of Houston had previously announced two new vaccination sites for Houstonians as well as a list of pop-up sites. Some of the city’s multi-service and community centers are among 19 fixed or pop-up sites eligible for the incentive program that are open this week, including one in the area, the Acres Homes Multi-Service Center at 6719 W. Montgomery Rd. It is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30
a.m.-4:30 p.m. Community members who get a first dose of the vaccine at an eligible Houston Health Department site will receive a $100 gift card, according to the city, while gift cards valued at $50 will be awarded with second doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. In order to qualify for the second dose incentive, people must have received their first dose on or after Aug. 2 at an eligible Houston Health Department
site and complete the series within 42 days, according to the health department. All fixed sites will offer the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines, the city said. To schedule an appointment at a city vaccination site, find more information or find a vaccination site closest to you, go to HoustonEmerency. org/covid19 or call 832-3934220.
Local Legion post hosting 9/11 remembrance event By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
As the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the Pentagon and World Trade Center approaches later this month, there are numerous events planned around the world to commemorate and honor those who lost their lives that day. One such event will be in the neighborhood, courtesy of the local American Legion post. On Sept. 11, American Legion Post 560 in Garden Oaks will host a ceremony
to remember the victims of Sept. 11, 2001 as well as in memory of those who have lost their lives in battle. The ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. and take place at Post 560 headquarters at 3720 Alba Rd. “We must not forget all of those who gave their lives for this great country,” Post Commander Irene Infante said in a news release from Post 560. “Everyone is invited to join together in this unifying ceremony.” Post 560 is one of many American Legion posts across the country that are gathering to remember vic-
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Heights hybrid fun run set for Sept. 18 By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
Runners in the area will be able to get their exercise while exploring the neighborhood during an upcoming fun run in the Heights. On Sept. 18, the Houston Heights Association (HHA) will host its first hybrid Boulevard Blitz Fun Run from 7-11 a.m. on Heights Boulevard between 4th Street and 20th Street, with that area being blocked off to vehicular traffic. There will be both in-person and virtual ways to complete the event, according to the HHA. Community members can choose between a 10K, 5K or kids’ 1K. The in-person option begins and finishes at Marmion Park in the 1800 block of Heights Boulevard, and includes a 10K run, 5K run, 5K walk and a kids’ 1K. Runners will be spaced out and sent out in multiple starting waves to ensure social distancing during the in-person event, the HHA said. Runners completing the event virtually can track their own 10K, 5K or 1K race at
the Houston Police Officers Memorial and the Houston Fire Department Memorial Garden following the event, at which time a ceremonial wreath will be placed at each site. “This ceremony will not only honor those who have died, but also those who live and continue to fight for the freedom of this great nation,” she said. “As a nation united, we must remain committed to supporting the men and women of our armed forces as they serve with honor and courage.”
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their leisure and turn in their results to event organizers any time from registration until the day of the event. Registration is $15 for the kids’ 1K, $30 for the 5K and $35 for the 10K (in-person or virtual), and $25 for the 5K walk. For more information on the fun run or to register, visit the event page at facebook. com/events/443054133590033/.
played in 1920, when the Bulldogs and Yellow Jackets played to a scoreless tie. The teams had planned to face each other last year to commemorate the 100th anniversary of their state-title game, but the matchup was scrapped because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Public schools Last Saturday’s 42-12 triumph over KIPP Northwest was more than just a win for Booker T. Washington – it was the start of a new era for the Golden Eagles under new head coach Kelvin Chatham, who picked up his first head-coaching win. Heights missed a fieldgoal attempt with less than 30 seconds remaining to fall in a heartbreaker against Cleburne, 43-42, last Saturday in Waco. The game was a rematch of the first UIL state championship game
even though he was out of the service for nearly two decades before the attacks, he said they will always be on his mind and heart. So Sparks said he was glad to take up Post 560 on its offer to speak during the ceremony. He said education and remembrance of the events are the best way to forge ahead. “I think the best way to not forget history is to talk about it,” he said. There will also be a ceremonial wreath presented during the ceremony to commemorate past wars. Infante will then take a caravan to
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Football, from P. 1A while Tommy D’onofrio had five tackles and an interception. Tight end Logan Tanner picked up where he left off last season for SPX, catching two touchdown passes in the Panthers’ win over Lutheran High North last Friday. Quarterback duo Bryce McKeon and Cale Skinner combined for three scoring tosses, while Jackson Mobley hauled in a scoring catch of his own. Burke Battenfield and Menton Lewis both had two rushing touchdowns for the Panthers.
note speaker for the event will be Butch Sparks, an executive committee member for the national American Legion organization. “The impact that’s had on our country is enormous – 20 years later, it’s still having an impact,” said Sparks, who served in the military for 22 years. “I just think people today need to appreciate the military and the impact it’s had on our country for the last 20 years. Sept. 11 is not a holiday or celebration – it’s a day of remembrance.” Sparks, who lives in Pearland, said he retired from military service in 1984. But
Waltrip had its season opener against Lumberton cancelled and was set to play its first game of the season Thursday against Klein Forest at Delmar Stadium. Scarborough dropped its opener against KIPP Sunnyside, losing 20-0.
Last Week’s Scores Booker T. Washington 42, KIPP Northeast 12 St. Thomas 35, Needville 28 St. Pius X 54, Lutheran High North 0 Cleburne 43, Heights 42 KIPP Sunnyside 20, Scarborough 0
This Week’s Schedule Thursday
Booker T. Washington at Northbrook, 6:30 p.m., Tully Stadium Waltrip vs. Klein Forest, 7 p.m., Delmar Stadium Friday
Heights at Pearland Dawson, 7 p.m., PISD Stadium Scarborough at KIPP Generations, 7 p.m. Lutheran High North at The Village School, 7 p.m. St. Pius X at Mesquite Dallas Christian, 7 p.m. Saturday
St. Thomas vs. Plano John Paul II, 2 p.m., Frisco’s Ford Center
A popular Heights community event is making an encore performance this October. The Houston Heights Association (HHA) announced Aug. 26 that registration has begun for the organization’s encore bike rally and scavenger hunt for community members on Oct. 2-3. Nearly 250 riders participated in this year’s earlier event in May. October’s event is once again open to all ages, and is designed to be a self-paced ride, according to the HHA. Riders will have the choice between a 15-mile course through the Greater Heights or a shorter 5-mile ride designed for kids and their parents or guardians. The course must be completed by 3 p.m. Oct. 3, the HHA said. Each entrant will be emailed a rally map and a scavenger hunt clue list the day before the event begins, and the winner will be the one who finds the most mystery items. Registration will be $25 for the 15-mile course and $15 for the 5-mile route during early bird registration, which runs through Sept. 19. The
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about it. But we can’t do it unless or until FHWA releases the hold. That’s the elephant in the room today.” Among other changes to the existing freeway, which was built more than 50 years ago, TxDOT’s plan calls for expanded express-lane capacity on I-45 between downtown and Beltway 8 along with re-routing the freeway near downtown, including making it parallel with I-10 on the north side. TxDOT has said the purpose of the project is to improve traffic flow, hurricane evacuation routes and stormwater drainage, along with accommodating high-occupancy, electric and selfdriving vehicles. According to results of an online poll conducted this summer by TxDOT, it received 8,170 comments about the I-45 project, with 5,529 saying they supported the project and its funding as proposed, 2,555 saying they wanted the project and funding removed from the Unified Transportation Plan and 86 saying they wanted to keep the funding but not the project as it’s been proposed. “This road, as it is now, is not a safe road,” said Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Jack Cagle, according to Houston Public Media. “People need mobility. People need transportation.” TxDOT’s plan for I-45 has drawn criticism from other local elected officials, such as Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee. In March, Menefee filed a lawsuit against TxDOT in federal district court, on behalf of the county, asking the court to require TxDOT to give greater consideration to concerns raised by the county and its citizens. The project calls for the displacement of at least 1,000 residents and businesses in communities such as Acres Homes, Independence Heights and Northside, with critics saying they also expect the planned I-45 expansion to exacerbate flooding risks and traffic congestion. “It shouldn’t be too much to ask of those remaking a significant portion of our transportation infrastructure to do so in ways that move us forward,” Hidalgo wrote Tuesday on Twitter. “TxDOT should redesign this investment in ways that unite our region and bring it into the 21st century.”
storm sewer capacity, 16,560 linear feet of new sidewalk, 5,500 feet of water lines and 3.37 miles of new pavement. Construction is starting on Golf between the southern edge of Garden Oaks and West 41st Street to the north, along with the 900 block of Wakefield, which is between Golf and Alba Road to the east. That block features popular bars, breweries, distilleries and other businesses and saw significant flooding during Tropical Storm Imelda in 2019 – less than a year after the first phase of the project was completed immediately to the east and north. As a result, that stretch of Wakefield was added to the second phase at the urging of Houston City Council member Abbie Kamin, who represents the area as part of District C. It will be repaved and receive new drainage infrastructure like the other streets included in the project, along with curbs, gutters and 5-foot-wide sidewalks on either side of the road. New sidewalks also will be installed in the Shepherd Park Plaza portion of the project, but not in other parts of Garden Oaks, which is keeping its open-ditch aesthetic at the request of the neighborhood. Phase 3 of the project, which will include the eastern part of Shepherd Park Plaza as well as the southeast part of Garden Oaks – the eastern part of Wakefield along with stretches of West 43rd Street and Sue Barnett Drive – is in the design phase and does not yet have a construction timeline. “We have to continue to push hard for additional flood mitigation for the district, full stop,” Kamin wrote in an email. “We’ve
made great progress but are not out of the woods and with increased development in some areas, including Greater Heights, we’re seeing additional flooding.” What to expect Garden Oaks Civic Club president Tonya Knauth thanked Kamin for pushing for the inclusion of the well-traveled Wakefield block and said she hopes the neighborhood’s overall flooding risks decrease after the completion of Phase 2. She also said she’s glad Golf, a popular through road pocked with potholes, is getting a facelift in the form of new pavement and 12-foot by 10-foot concrete culverts underneath the road. But Knauth, who lives along Golf, acknowledged that the area will be difficult to navigate during construction. Representatives from Houston Public Works and Total Contracting Limited, which has been enlisted by the city, said during the public engagement meeting that street and intersection closures will be needed. They also said every resident and business in the project area will briefly lose water at some point and will not be able to access at least part of their driveways for a period of 21 days. “I’m optimistic that they’re going to work with people,” Knauth said. “But I guess it’s going to be challenging.” Parmjit Kang, a managing engineer for public works, and contractor Maher Matta both said they would be receptive to community members’ individual needs and would try to accommodate them in terms of minimizing tree removal as well as impacts to driveways and front yards in the city’s right-of-way. For example,
Photo by Adam Zuvanich Phase 2 construction for the Garden Oaks-Shepherd Park Drainage & Paving Project is starting near the intersection of Golf and Wakefield drives.
Matta said temporary driveways could be created on a street that’s under construction, or residents with driveways wide enough for two vehicles could have only one half repaved at one time. He also said the construction team will work with businesses to schedule water shutoffs at times that will have a minimal impact on operations. “Please reach out to the project team. Let us know what your needs are,” Matta said. “We will try to do our best to accommodate as much as we can.” Impacted residents and businesses are encouraged to contact Matta at 713-501-3771, public works project manager Ismat Ara at 832-395-2394 and public works inspector Charles Jones at 281-382-7971 with requests or concerns. Additional contacts and more information about the project are available online at engagehouston.org. City representatives also encouraged community members to
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Art Valet: Painting paramedic making splash in art scene Mitch Cohen Art Columnist
Chris Minamyer describes his paintings as abstract impressionism and new-school tattoo style. Minamyer from my viewpoint appeared on the scene with a bang and stayed there. His name, art and photos continuously appeared every time a new event was announced, it seemed to me. When we finally did meet, we acted like we were already friends. That’s not hard to do with this charismatic artist. Over the past couple of years, Minamyer spent his time at group shows, interning with other artists and mentoring under Houston artists Taft McWhorter, David Adickes, Joe Orsak and Stäcy Smith. That is an impressive
list, I can tell you. Minamyer has been fun and inspiring to watch from a distance, and I am thrilled to introduce you to him in Art Valet. Art Valet: How did you get started painting and when did you realize you had to share it with the world? Minamyer: “Painting started for me as a therapeutic tool as being in emergency services can be extremely stressful. Connecting with artists, seeing and enjoying the artist lifestyle, plus people who enjoyed my work and commissioned me.” AV: What’s going on now in your art world? Minamyer: “Well, you find me in transition like a true artist. I am constantly growing. I just this month left my shared studio space and apprenticeship at Hardy and Nance Studios, who will always be my art family. My work will still be there from time to time in group exhibits and I still have shared space at Winter St. Studios #B1 as
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part of ‘The Seeker’s’ with Taft McWhorter. My work is exhibited there for open studios as well as private events. I’m going to be featured in publications from magazines and books set to release mid2022. My biggest project at the moment is a private townhome in the heart of
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Montrose that I am setting up for private events and showings inside the 2,000-square foot work/live/gallery space. AV: What’s next for you? Minamyer: “This year’s plan is to switch my full-time job as a paramedic for the county with my part-time job as an artist (or rather switch
the income by making more artwork that refines my style and skill sets). Make the gallery townhome a well-oiled machine hosting monthly events. Maybe the most fulfilling project is I plan to be doing some philanthropy here in the local community working with kids.” AV: Any wild stories or something people just wouldn’t believe about you? Minamyer: “People don’t believe how I choose to live. I am a paramedic, firefighter, rescue tech, hazmat specialist, occupational safety guy with more tattoos than your average tattoo artist. I work for Harris County presently transporting patients to and from hospitals and specialized treatment centers. I live downtown and ride a bicycle, motorcycle, skateboard, way before I decide to take my car. People love that I can unicycle and juggle, my brother and I are all-around athletes with a soccer-focused past but we also have the world’s
worst garage band likely never to leave the garage. As you can tell I’m always growing my interests, skills, and friend circle. This active alternative lifestyle allows me to create beautiful art all while helping those in need. You really just have to meet me to understand my upbeat can-do attitude laced with sarcasm, wit, and terrible jokes.” Find Minamyer from noon5 p.m. Sept. 11 at his shared Winter St. Studio #B1 (2101 Winter St.) as part of “The Seeker’s” with McWhorter. Rebekah Molander, who I interviewed in July, also participates in the open studio event. Visit Minamyer’s website, ChrisMinamyer.com, and sign up for his newsletter to be the first to hear about RSVP-only events and artist collaborations. Cohen is an artist and founder of the First Saturday Arts Market and the Market at Sawyer Yards. Find him at ArtValet.com for additional highlights and artist’s stories.
Review: Hughie’s remains Timbergove icon By Stefan Modrich smodrich@mcelvypartners.com
So often, a restaurant can mean more to people than the food it serves. This is especially so in the case of Hughie’s, which has been serving the Timbergrove and Lazybrook area for more than 30 years and the Heights since 2017. Owner Philip Pham brought his family to the U.S. in the early 1980s to flee war-torn Vietnam, where he said he and his family embraced their traditional comfort food. They also have come to cherish Houston’s multicultural environment. He describes Hughie’s as “a unique hybrid of classic Vietnamese cuisine with an American twist that some would call Asian Fusion, but we like to refer to it as the epitome of the
American Dream.” But my job isn’t just to find good stories; it’s also to evaluate food and let you know if it’s worth your time and hardearned money. And Hughie’s absolutely is. The grilled chicken banh mi ($6.50) is served on a toasted baguette with pickled vegetables, cucumbers, sliced jalapeños, cilantro and Vietnamese mayonnaise (traditionally made with egg yolk, oil, salt and lemon). In my view, grilled chicken is the gold standard when it comes to banh mis, as it provides a juicy, tender canvas to showcase the more mild flavors (cucumbers and pickled vegetables) and spicier ones (cilantro and jalapeños). You can also get your chicken sauteed or shaking style, tofu, grilled pork, grilled beef
or sauteed beef on your banh mi. My next course was the shaking shrimp ($13), a wokseared seafood dish influenced by beef lok lok, or shaking beef. In the shaking beef, the beef is cut into small cubes and seared, then served with steamed or brown rice, kale salad and a lime pepper sauce. The shaking shrimp is prepared similarly, and as with any of Hughie’s dishes, you have the option to add a fried egg ($1) and an egg roll ($1.50). The shrimp and grilled onions were juicy and plump and the kale salad was refreshing and crisp. When it comes to drinks, the craft beer on tap and the wine on offer differs by location. Buckle Bunny Cream Ale
from Eureka Heights Brewing Company ($5 per pint) is available in Timbergrove and Cherry Red Semi-Dry from City Orchard ($6 per pint) is offered in the Heights, among many other drink selections. Hughie’s Address: 1802 W. 18th St. (Timbergrove), 4721 N. Main St. (Heights) Dining Options: Dine-in, pickup Hours: 7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday Entrée prices: $9-$36 Kid-friendly: Yes Senior discount: No Alcohol: Yes Healthy options: Kale salad with tofu ($10) Star of the show: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday-Saturday
Photo by Stefan Modrich The grilled chicken banh mi is served on a toasted baguette with pickled veggies, cucumbers, sliced jalapenos, cilantro and Vietnamese mayonnaise.
Commune Preview tasting event a ‘memorable experience’ Stefan Modrich
The long-anticipated Commune Preview event kicked off Aug. 26 at Heights House Hotel, 100 W. Cavalcade St., drawing 32 chefs from across the country to prepare a sampling of their best dishes over the course of the three-day event. Grover Smith, founder of event organizer Indie Chefs Community, said the goal of the event was to offer a creative outlet for chefs who have labored under strict COVID-19 protocols as the delta variant surge caused his organization to scale back the event, originally planned to last two weeks. “I wanted it to be a little bit of a cathartic moment for folks that have dealt with a lot in the last couple of years, specifically for the chefs that were participating,” Smith said. “The reality of the climate meant that that wasn’t necessarily possible, because obviously throughout the time we were there we had to be very careful and didn’t really do things the way we normally would.” And while he and Indie Chefs originally had much bigger plans in store, he said it was good to have what amounted to a rehearsal for the full-scale Commune event, now planned for March of next year. “It definitely wasn’t the big thing we wanted to do,” Smith said. “But it provided us with kind of an opportunity to do a test run and a location and be able to make plans and changes based on how it went.” Nonetheless, he said the event was a success on several fronts. The first night featured chefs from as far away as Atlanta, Los Angeles, Philadel-
Photo by Stefan Modrich Aaron Bludorn crafted a cappelletti (stuffed pasta) with Chanterelle mushroom and blue crab last Thursday at the Commune Preview event at Heights House Hotel.
Photo by Stefan Modrich Ross Coleman of Lit Chicken made an oak-smoked brisket biryani last Thursday at the Commune Preview event at Heights House Hotel.
phia and Brooklyn, New York. Local stars included Justin Yu, owner of Theodore Rex and Better Luck Tomorrow, 544 Yale St., Aaron Bludorn of Bludorn, Ross Coleman of Lit Chicken and Rebecca Masson of Fluff Bake Bar, 1701 W. 15th St. Jules Stoddart of Austin’s
Olamaie and Misti Norris of Petra & the Beast in Dallas also represented the Lone Star State during the Aug. 26 dinner. Yu prepared a fried eggplant presse, Bludorn crafted a cappelletti (stuffed pasta) with Chanterelle mushroom and blue crab, Coleman made
an oak-smoked brisket biryani and Masson capped the night with goo goo pie topped with a boozy caramel sauce and whipped creme fraiche. “(We took) a group of independent people who operate on their own as chefs, and are leaders in their own kitchens and were able to kind of have a cohesive group,” Smith said. “By the time it was over, they all had a memorable experience, both from the relationships they built, having to overcome some obstacles together as a group, and then having an opportunity to unwind from their normal jobs and learn from each other.” Smith said overcoming some of those obstacles were good experiences for him and his team of chefs, who had to acclimate to using a mobile kitchen. About 240 guests attended across the three-day event, which he said was a manageable number that allowed guests to safely social distance without overwhelming the kitchen staff. Briefly during the event’s opening night, a thunderstorm and a downpour broke out, but the tents outside kept guests and staff covered and the festivities went on without anyone missing a beat. “Obviously, doing something outdoors in Houston in August isn’t an ideal setup,” Smith said. “But I think everybody, you know, definitely knows what it feels like to be in Houston in August now, which I’ve been familiar with for a long time.” Smith said he appreciated making connections with chefs who he hadn’t met previously in person. He added it was helpful because of the conditions of the ongoing pandemic that the majority of the crew had experience cooking at Indie Chefs events. “Chefs are so involved in social media and media in general, you know, it’s a big part of the media landscape these days,” Smith said. “So it
was wonderful to have them in town and get the opportunity to meet each one of them and, you know, learn about them and what they’re about and see them work and taste their food.” The event was a celebration not only of food, Smith said, but the toiling and effort from chefs and their staffs that goes into creating cutting-edge culinary art. “These are folks that have very difficult professions and
work very hard,” Smith said. “And most of the time, not for a lot of money. And they put everything into what they do. I think that it’s important that guests in general, whether it’s in a venue like this or an event or at a restaurant understand what goes into that job and how much of themselves they put into their food. I think it’s important to realize that the people you’re supporting are the right ones to support.”
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Nibbles & Sips: New concepts planned for M-K-T development By Stefan Modrich smodrich@mcelvypartners.com
The group behind Wicklow Heights, 1027 W. 19th St., has three new concepts planned for the M-K-T development at 600 N. Shepherd Drive. Casa Nomad, a Mexican restaurant, will serve “cocktails and cuisine from the coastlines of Mexico in an intimate 40 seat space,” according to a July 28 Instagram post. An opening date has not yet been announced. Sister concepts Highline Park, a cocktail bar with a patio, and Picnic Supply Co. are also slated to open at M-K-T. Highline Park is set to open this month, according to an Aug. 2 Instagram post.
Honest Eats bringing healthy meals to M-K-T A Northside purveyor of paleo, ketogenic and plantbased meals is opening a retail storefront in the M-K-T development. Honest Eats, 6906 Airline Drive Ste. 108, announced in an Aug. 3 Instagram post it would be opening at M-K-T in the fall. Honest Eats sells meals for delivery or pick-up and offers eight-week subscription plans ranging from three to five meals per week. For more information, call 832-786-9569 or email info@ elitefingmeals.com. California chicken sandwich shop headed to Heights
A California-based sandwich shop will open its first franchised location at the corner of West 11th Street and North Shepherd Drive. Daddy’s Chicken Shack of Pasadena, California, is opening its first location in Texas in the Heights at 1223 W. 11th St., Ste. 100. According to its website, visitors to the California location have included Jay Leno and Oscar De La Hoya. Daddy’s lists Dave Liniger and Gail Liniger, co-founders of RE/ MAX, as its chairman and director, respectively. The new location will serve as its headquarters and training facility, according to an Aug. 25 Instagram post. For more information, call 844-432-3397 or email info@ daddyschickenshack.com.
St. Thomas High School hosting family welcome events By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
Some male middle school students in Houston who are searching for the best fit for the next stage of their academic careers will have multiple chances to preview a local private high school’s facilities starting later this month. From 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sept. 16 and Oct. 4, St. Thomas Catholic High School will host its Open School Preview on campus at 4500 Memorial Dr. The all-boys school will also host its annual End Zone Rally beginning at 6 p.m. Sept. 17 for its football game against Houston Christian. “They’ve got a lot of decisions to make when they take that next step, and we think our community is a big piece of who we are as a school,” St. Thomas admissions director Max Holmes said. Open School Preview is an opportunity for a student who attends a public school in Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, the Heights or other neighborhoods to participate in a campus tour during the school day, which is led by one of St. Thomas’ student ambassadors.
Holmes said St. Thomas hosts an annual designated tour day for its partner Catholic schools in the area, but that public school students don’t always get the same opportunity. “We take a day that hopefully opens it up and allows them to experience an eighth-grade visit that we would give any one of our partner schools students,” he said. “We bring them on campus, and treat them as if they are one of our partners.” During the tour, Holmes said prospective students will be introduced to the St. Thomas facilities and its academic environment while having the opportunity to eat lunch with the student body. They will be given a meal ticket during the event, which will be free to be used at one of two food trucks that will be serving families on those days. With a student population of about 620, Holmes said St. Thomas is smaller than many private schools. However, he said the comprehensive nature of the school – with 12 athletic teams and numerous clubs – can still be daunting. So they have taken it upon themselves to try and
forge an earlier bond with middle school students while helping them become familiar with the area. Annual tuition for the 2021-22 school year is $20,725, according to the St. Thomas website. “We want to welcome families on campus. We want them to get to know us throughout this process,” he said. “Regardless of whether they’re coming from a private or public school, they have a lot of great options in the city of Houston. When we invite them on campus, it allows them to see who we are and get connected.” Both events are free to attend, and community members can register for either one on the event page at sths.org/admissions/campus-visits/#tab4ab1af88d64694e877e. Masks or face coverings will be required for the indoor campus tour, and optional during the End Zone Rally. “It gives families an opportunity to see who we are as a school and to see if this is an option that can best prepare their son for the next stage of life,” Holmes said.
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Our Savior Lutheran School is a classical Christian school in the Houston area serving the community of Garden Oaks/Oak Forest. Classical education is an education for “all” and is a wonderful way to serve all abilities. The classical model is a way to teach “with the grain” ensuring that all students of all abilities learn how to learn and how to think. As a classical school of excellence, Our Savior Lutheran School has served non-neurotypical scholars well. To that end, this school year Our Savior Lutheran School has opened a Student Success Center for scholars in the second and third grades. Scholars in this age group who have been diagnosed with dyslexia have been invited to be a part of a self-contained classroom led by one of Our Savior Lutheran School’s teachers, Mrs. Tammie Wright. Mrs. Wright joined the faculty in the 2020-2021 school year from a Lutheran school in California where she served as the Resource Teacher. Last year, Mrs. Wright served as a first-grade teacher where she was able to assess students and identify needs for these children. When our children begin school, learning to read is foremost on our minds. This concern is not without merit as everything we do as scholars revolves around being able to read efficiently. School then can be especially difficult for people with learning differences. Classical education addresses these difficulties in its methodology. Classical education in the early years is the grammar stage. In this stage, instruction is focused on the building blocks of education, laying a foundation for later years of instruction. At its core, classical education is a systematic, explicit, and repetitive style of instruction. Learning to read in the grammar stage begins with direct phonics instruction. Our Savior uses an Orton-Gillingham based curriculum that follows the science of reading. The lessons taught are explicit, systematic, and multisensory. Each lesson is structured and builds off the previous lessons. Building those reading skills is much like building a house, you need a strong foundation. The use of an Orton-Gillingham based curriculum is beneficial to all students, but for students with learning differences, it is essential for them to succeed in gaining the necessary tools to read, write and spell. Reading isn’t the only area where students with learning differences will succeed in a classical school. Learning how to properlcrs using cursive is an important process for the brain. Cursive helps children with the decoding process because it integrates hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and other brain and
memory functions. When writing cursive, the word becomes a unit, rather than a series of separate strokes, and correct spelling is more likely to be retained. Because all lower-case cursive letters can begin on the line, fewer of them are likely to be reversed. However, most critically, handwriting engages more cognitive resources than keyboarding does. Grammar students with dyscalculia will benefit from the systematic, repetitive, and consistent reinforcement of math concepts. Those with recall weaknesses can retrieve stored facts and rapidly identify numbers. This enables them to demonstrate their knowledge with the accommodation of extended time to complete work. Older students with reading and written language difficulties who are in the Logic and Rhetoric grades are given greater opportunities to demonstrate their strong cognitive abilities with the use of debates and discussions alongside their peers. Teachers at Our Savior Lutheran are equipped to teach using visual, auditory, and kinesthetic modalities which is excellent instruction for all students but especially for those with learning differences. Students with learning differences will succeed in a classical education setting because the methodology equips them with a firm foundation in the Word of God and guides them on the pathways of learning. Our Savior Lutheran School is pleased to be able to serve the community with classical education for all abilities. Powers, Cyndi. “Why Bother with Cursive?” International Dyslexia Association, 1 July 2015, dyslexiaida.org/why-bother-with-cursive.
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Local hot spots balance safety with viability By Adam Zuvanich azuvanich@theleadernews.com
Courts have temporarily allowed local governments in Texas such as Harris County to require maskwearing in schools and by county employees amidst a recent rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations attributed to the highly transmissible delta variant. Gov. Greg Abbott, meanwhile, has appealed such rulings and stood firm in his stance that no local government entity can issue a mask mandate, per his executive order. As for private businesses, while the issue makes its way through the court system, they’re left to toe the line between protecting their employees and customers while also not alienating them. The pandemic has been rough on the economy as well as public health, so shops, stores and restaurants need customers to survive. “It’s a fine line for small businesses to toe in the sense that there’s no surefire guidance they can lean on anymore,” said Coryne Rich, manager of the 19th Street Merchants Association, which includes businesses on West 19th Street in the Heights. “They’re trying to find the happy medium between safety and business. They’re trying to still keep themselves afloat.” Rich said each 19th Street business has its own policy regarding masks. For the most part, she said, shops on the street are requiring their employees to wear masks and asking non-vaccinated customers to do the same. Proper mask-wearing helps reduce the transmission of COVID-19, according to guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In light of the spread of the delta variant, which has caused an uptick in cases in the Houston area and elsewhere, the federal public health administration recommends that all people wear masks in indoor public spaces whether they are vaccinated or not,
Photo by Adam Zuvanich The Creek Group, which includes Cedar Creek Bar & Grill, 1034 W. 20th St., has been requiring employees to wear masks since July 29. Masks are optional for customers.
because vaccinated people can still contract and spread the coronavirus through what it refers to as “breakthrough cases.” Creek Group operations manager Greg Mitchell, whose company operates five restaurant-and-bar concepts in the Greater Heights, said it has been requiring employees to wear masks – whether they are vaccinated or not – since July 29, around the time cases started to spike. Mask-wearing by customers
is suggested, Mitchell said, but the business doesn’t press the matter. Outdoor patio spaces are prominent at the Creek Group establishments, such as Cedar Creek Bar & Grill in Shady Acres and Onion Creek Coffee House, Bar & Lounge in the Heights. Creek Group owner Gary Mosley said his businesses also try to create a safe environment by using a disinfecting solution on surfaces as well as in their air-conditioning ducts.
Mosley said his restaurant-andbar concepts are trying to be appealing as possible amidst a decline in business since the delta variant began surging in the region. “Come out and support us. We do need that,” Mosley said. “I’m not just saying our business. We’re saying all the businesses still need support. We’re saying all businesses still need support from the community.” The co-owner of another Heights staple, C&D Hardware and Gifts, 314
E. 11th St., said the store stopped requiring masks when Abbott lifted his statewide mask mandate in March. Kathy Stratton said C&D asks its non-vaccinated employees and customers to wear masks, although they are not required. The policy has not created any issues, according to Stratton. “We’ve had some customers come in with their masks, and some don’t,” she said. “Nobody’s complained to my knowledge.”
Arts business hosting Heights pop-up market By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
Arts organization ClayHouston will host its third annual Pop-Up Market on Sept. 18 at 1711 Rutland St. in the Heights. ClayHouston aims to “cultivate, promote, and advance the ceramic arts in the Houston Metropolitan area and beyond,” through educational programs, exhibitions, workshops and other events such as pop-up markets, according to a news release from the organization. During the one-day event later this month, 22 ClayHouston member-artists will sell their functional and sculptural works of hand-crafted pottery and ceramics to the Houston community.
There will be a silent auction table to raise funds for the organization’s Equity Inclusion Access (EIA) initiatives, which are aimed at cultivating greater diversity in the art form and bringing inclusive engagement opportunities to underrepresented groups. All visitors to the event and its participants are asked to wear a mask or face covering when in attendance. For more information on ClayHouston or the popup market, visit its website at clayhouston.org/ or send an email to info@clayhouston.org.
Photo from Facebook Ceramics like this one will be available at ClayHouston’s pop-up market in the Heights on Sept. 18.
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any real estate that was classified as separate property, the surviving spouse inherits only a life estate in onethird of that property. The deceased spouse’s children inherit the remainder interest in that property. Upon death of a spouse, many surviving spouses find it shocking that what they considered to be their entire net worth may be cut in half, or worse. The “I Love You” Plan Sometimes even when married couples take the time to plan, they may decide to get an “I Love You” Will, in which the surviving spouse inherits everything. With this plan, the surviving spouse then owns all the assets and can choose to do the right thing—or not. The assets become owned by the surviving spouse who
can then change his Will to do whatever he wants. The bottom line is if you want to make sure your loved ones inherit from you, include those provisions in your own plan. There are also provisions that can be put in place to protect both a surviving spouse and children from a previous relationship. The Brady Bunch Even in the Brady Bunch, If Mike doesn’t explicitly state that he intends to treat Marcia, Jan, and Cindy as his own children, he would effectively disinherit them if he died without a plan. Finally, the public nature of a Will-based plan often invites will contests, which is why a revocable living trust is a good tool to consider to maintain privacy and prevent family conflict. If you’re part of a blended
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Business Briefs: Big Owl Craft Brew House opening in Heights By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com
Houston is becoming known for its vibrant craft beer scene, and there is a new player coming on the scene. According to a post on the company’s Facebook page, Big Owl Craft Brew House will host its grand opening in the Heights this Saturday from noon-11 p.m. at 1848 Airline Dr., Suite C. It will also be open from noon-6 p.m. Sunday and 2-10 p.m. Monday, which is Labor Day. A report from Houston CultureMap said Big Owl will offer 24 different types of craft
beer for both on-site and to-go consumption, and will also serve as a taproom for nanobrewery Turkey Forrest Brewing. For more information on the bar, community members can follow Big Owl on Facebook @bigowlcraftbrewhouse. Berkshire Hathaway agent earns prime designation Agent Cheryl McCleary with Berkshire Hathway HomeServices Premier Properties’ Heights office has earned the DRS Agent designation, according to a news release. With the designation, Mc-
Cleary is certified to partner with local hospitals, healthcare systems, medical practices and physician recruiters to attract physicians to the Houston community through “enhanced services.” “Physicians can be confident that Cheryl has the necessary market knowledge and special skills to serve their unique needs,” DRS Agent Executive Director Daniel Frank said. Raising Cane’s expanding in Kempwood According to a news release from the company, Raising Cane’s is opening a new area
location at 13480 Northwest Fwy. near the Kempwood area. The location is scheduled to open in November or December, according to the company. It will be the third area location for the restaurant, joining existing restaurants at 2015 N. Shepherd Dr. and 3007 Ella Blvd. “Houston is thriving and we’re excited to contribute to its growth while bringing our ONE LOVE to more communities in the area,” Regional Leader of Restaurants Ryan Pruitt said in a July news release.
Photo from Facebook Big Owl Craft Brew House will open in the Heights this weekend.
IN MEMORIAM
Local gun store owner concerned about new law By Adam Zuvanich azuvanich@theleadernews.com
Gordon Taylor said he’s been a gun owner since he was 10 years old, and he’s owned a local gun and ammunition store since 2009. The 55-year-old Taylor said the right to carry a gun should be afforded to almost anyone, but he’s not sure House Bill 1927 was the right law to be passed by the Texas Legislature this year. The so-called “constitutional carry” law went into effect Wednesday and allows most everyone age 21 and older to legally carry a gun in public without a permit or training as long as they are not otherwise prohibited from doing so by law, such as having been convicted of a felony or domestic violence. “I think people need to be educated before they strap on a gun, period,” Taylor said. “And that’s been thrown out the window.” Taylor, who owns Black Gold Guns & Ammo, 2001 Karbach St. Ste. F, said Tuesday he had not seen an uptick in gun sales in response to the new law and did not necessarily expect to. But he said he’s concerned that more guns will end up in the hands of citizens who do not know how to use them safely and
Photo by Adam Zuvanich Shown is the sign for Black Gold Guns & Ammo at 2001 Karbach St.
responsibly. Before the new law took effect, handgun owners were required to submit fingerprints and complete a training course and written exam along with a shooting proficiency test in exchange for a license to legally carry the weapon either openly or in a concealed manner. Texas gun owners can still complete that process, but they are no longer required to by law. Firearms could nonetheless be obtained and carried illegally. Now law-abiding citizens also have a clearer path to carrying a gun in public. “It’s just going to kind of level out the playing field,” Taylor said. “Not only the bad people are going to have guns now. Everybody is go-
ing to have an equal shot at it.” Private businesses can still choose not to allow guns on their premises and must post signs indicating as such. And it remains a felony to carry a gun inside a business that gets the majority of its revenue from alcohol sales, such as a bar or liquor store. Taylor said he thinks novice gun owners who have not gone through the licensing process might be unaware they cannot legally carry handguns in all places within the state. “I see a whole lot of real good people finding themselves in a whole lot of serious trouble,” he said. The permit-less carry law, while being passed by the
majority-Republican state legislature, has drawn praise from conservatives such as Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. Upon signing the bill into law in June, he said, “You could say that I signed into law today some laws that protect guns rights. But today, I signed documents that instilled freedom in the Lone Star State,” according to the Texas Tribune. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, a Democrat in favor of stricter gun-control laws, wrote Wednesday on Twitter that the new law “doesn’t make us safe. It makes it easier for people to settle scores with gunfire.” Taylor suggested the new law could potentially have a self-policing effect among the general public. “I think we’re fixing to have a lot more polite society,” he said. “Everybody’s going to be carrying a gun. You’re either going to be polite or get shot.”
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onald Rud, 56, of Cypress, Texas, passed on Aug. 24. Ronald “Ronnie” Rud was born in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin on March 23, 1965, to Earl and Arlene Rud. Ronnie is survived by his wife of 34 years Flora “Bit” Rud, son Michael Rud, sister Cynthia “Cici” Markoski, brothers Duane Rud, Kenneth Rud, Timothy Rud, and Earl Rud Jr. as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Earl Rud and Arlene Rud. Ronnie was a devoted husband, father, and friend to many. He loved to be on his boat fishing at the lake with his family. That was definitely his happy place where he found solace. He was also an avid hunter; many days were spent leaving the house in the wee hours of the night to get to the deer lease before dawn. Anyone who knew Ronnie also knew his love for Star Trek and all his collectibles. His evenings at home were spent watching “Friends” or Gordon Ramsay tv shows with Bit and all of their dogs in their laps. He began working at Action Transmission at the age of 12. Within a few years he became the backbone of the shop and never left. Many of his friendships began from Action Transmission and led to so many people becoming part of the extended family. He lived a very full life and created a lot of memories in his 56 years on this earth. There will be a celebration of life at 2 p.m. Sept. 11, at Central Christian Academy, 2217 Bingle Rd., Houston, TX 77080.
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Dear Tabby, Our cat loves to be outside, but we don’t want to leave him outdoors unattended. We are considering ways to give him outside time that is safe so that he’s happier and we can rest assured that he won’t be harmed. Any advice on ways to give our cat safe outside time? Outside Obsessed in Woodland Heights Dear Outside Obsessed, Cats have been domesticated for more than 10,000 years, but only recently (the past 70 years or so) have cats been living indoors with humans. The advent of kitty litter, refrigeration (for keeping cat food fresh) and the prevalence of spay and neutering procedures have all advanced the habit of keeping cats indoors as pets. But, while cats have been domesticated and have adapted well to indoor life, cats’ basic behaviors haven’t changed from the time when they lived outdoors exclusively. As a result, many cats crave spending time outdoors. Unfortunately, life outside isn’t always kind to a cat. Predators, traffic and other hazards await a domesticated animal who goes out-
side. The good news is that it’s possible to give your cat a taste of the outdoors while still keeping him safe. Here are a few tips for safely letting your cat enjoy the great outdoors:
your cat access to the outdoors without the danger of running loose outdoors. A screened-in porch is perfect, but a laundry room or even storage shed can be relatively easily transformed into a catio.
Temporary outdoor enclosure Whether it’s a large dog crate or a more permanent structure in your yard, if your kitty is desperate for outside time, consider an enclosure that you can put your cat in so he can enjoy the outdoors safely. Mesh tunnels and enclosures for cats are easy to find online but require you to keep an eye on your cat while he’s enjoying his outdoor time. A large, wire dog crate is also a good place to start -- just make sure it is 100% secure and your cat can’t escape, and that he’s only out there for a short amount of time and always with proper water available. Check garage sales or online market places for people getting rid of a wire dog crate, and this is a cost-effective place to start when creating an outdoor enclosure for your kitty. If you find your cat really enjoys his time outside, it might make sense to invest in a permanent outdoor enclosure.
Harness and leash training An easy way to give your cat outdoor time is to train him to walk on a leash with a harness. It’s important to note that cats are different from dogs (duh!) and a collar and leash just don’t work when walking a cat. Cats lead with their chests when they walk and require the stability that a harness provides. There is a bit of a learning curve when teaching a cat to be comfortable with a harness and leash, so patience is important and taking the lessons slowly is the key. Start harness training indoors only and once you and your cat are comfortable with the harness and leash, take your cat on a walk around the yard and slowly work up to a walk around the block. Outdoor time is great for your cat’s mental and emotional health and helps to give him some exercise as well. While closely supervised and with all of the precautions in place, you and your cat can come to enjoy the great outdoors just in time for the best weather of the year to arrive in Houston.
‘Catio’ For a more permanent addition to fuel your cat’s new outdoor enthusiasm, consider the addition of a “catio” to your home. A catio is really just a screened-in room that gives
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Post 560 collecting supplies for Ida victims By Adam Zuvanich azuvanich@theleadernews.com
American Legion Post 560 in Garden Oaks is holding a food and supplies donation drive to assist victims of Hurricane Ida, the deadly storm that caused widespread flooding and power outages in Louisiana and Mississippi. Ida made landfall Sunday and, according to the Associated Press, more than 1 million people were without power as of Monday. The area affected by the outage included all of New Orleans as well as other parts of southeast Louisiana and the western part of Mississippi. Post 560, located at 3720
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