Montgomery County News, November 10, 2021

WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXVI NUMBER 45 Section 1 8 pages

November 10, 2021 Home of the ‘Lone Star Flag’ and

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The Texans After 25 Years In The Restaurant Texas Dropped Eight in a Business In Montgomery—Now, Weekly Row Losing Gas Prices A Well-Earned Retirement to the Miami (November 8, 2021) - Texas gas prices are unchanged in the past week, averaging $3.05/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Gas prices in Texas are 15.7 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand $1.29/g higher than a year ago.

According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas is priced at $2.53/g today while the most expensive is $3.68/g, a difference of $1.15/g. The lowest price in the state today is $2.53/g while the highest is $3.68/g, a difference of $1.15/g.

The national average price of gasoline has risen 1.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.41/g today. The national average is up 15.1 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands $1.31/g higher than a year ago.

Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $3.09/g, down 5.7 cents per gallon from last week's $3.15/g.

San Antonio- $2.91/g, down 0.6 cents per gallon from last week's $2.92/g.

Austin- $2.97/g, down 1.6 cents per gallon from last week's $2.99/g.

"Last week saw oil prices briefly fall back under $80 for the first time in weeks. While it wasn't enough to provide much relief last week, we should see small declines this week in a majority of the country, thanks to the corresponding drop in wholesale gasoline prices," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for G a s B u d d y. " A t O P E C ' s monthly meeting last week, the cartel held firm to the small increases they agreed to in July, raising November production by 400,000 barrels per day.

With President Biden still mulling over options to help push gas prices down, we could continue to see some volatility in oil prices. I don't immediately see a large decline or surge coming in the run up to Thanksgiving, but U.S. gasoline demand does remain strong. Levels are currently rivaling September demand, so we know high prices aren't significantly curbing consumption."

GasBuddy is the authoritative voice for gas prices and the only source for station-level data spanning nearly two decades. Unlike AAA's once daily survey covering credit card transactions at 100,000 stations and the Lundberg Survey, updated once every two weeks based on 7,000 gas stations, GasBuddy's survey updates 288 times every day from the most diverse list of sources covering nearly 150,000 stations nationwide, the most comprehensive and up-to-date in the country. GasBuddy data is accessible at http://FuelInsights.GasBuddy.c om.

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Nancy and Lloyd Ashbaker have spent the last 25 years providing great food to Montgomery area residents and visitors to this quaint town. They recently hosted an open house at their Old Montgomery Steakhouse at 204 McGown Street in downtown Historic Montgomery to introduce the restaurant’s new owner.

Long-time customers, city employees and other local business owners gathered to thank them for their service and hometown atmosphere for 2.5 decades and to toast the retiring couple as well as to celebrate the restaurant’s continuity.

As the Ashbakers begin to enjoy their retirement, the customers of the Old Montgomery Steakhouse will continue enjoying great food in this, their favorite place in the very capable hands of the new owner. The restaurant ownership has changed hands, from Army Veteran, Lloyd, to Navy Veteran, Wayne Kung. Mr. Kung is an 8th generation restauranteur with many years of restaurant experience, as well as years of grilling steaks at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in San Antonio—bringing that franchise back to prominence. Don’t worry, though, while Wayne’s

steaks will rival the taste, quality and proper doneness of Ruth’s Chris, the prices will not be anywhere close to those

drove up—before he ever Wayne says he walked in the door to see knew he wanted to buy this neighborhood café/steakhouse when he See Steakhouse, page 2 prices!

Rebel Joan Of ARC Shines Again Contributing To Our Veterans And Montgomery County, At The Texas Legacy Flags Festival, In Conroe

Deep Appreciation for their outstanding RJOA Participation goes to: Left to Rt: Elaine Collings, Danean Myers, Prospective Member Kelly McDonald, Jenny Lehr, Charlotte Belin, Anita Stevens, Regina Riney, Karen DeBerry, Evelyn Miller. Not pictured but present, Dianne Kebodeaux.

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By: James M. Rankin, Sportswriter Montgomery County News The old saying that it can get even worst is wrong; it can get worst. The Houston Texans are on a downward slide with no solution in sight. The Houston Texans squandered a victory against another 1-7 struggling franchise, the Miami Dolphins, 17-9.

The long-awaited return o f q u a r t e r b a c k Ty r o d Taylor was a swing and a miss as he threw three (3) interceptions including a bone headed flip to a defensive player as he was going out of bounds that was intercepted and covert to a touchdown later in the quarter. He finished the day with twenty-four (24) completions on forty-three (43) attempts for two hundred and forty (240) yards. He was not able to get his team in the endzone; despite the gallant effort of the defense which produced five (5) turnovers. The game was one for the record books as both teams produced more turnovers in one game than any other game in the 2021 season.

Texans’ wide receiver Brandin Cooks had six (6) receptions for fifty-six (56) yards. The offense unit was anemic and just was painful to watch. The only one who contributed to the losing effort was place kicker Ka’imi Fairbaim who connected on three (3) field goals. Texans’ linebacker Tavierre Thomas led the team in tackles with six (6) solo and two (2) assists along with Neville Hewitt with five (5) solo and four (4) assists.

In listening to Coach David Culley at the press conference, it is apparent that he has no answers for this team. He does not even carry a clip board, so just how involved is he in making the right decision to move this team onto the path of success? General Manager Nick Caseril seemed to be focused on a process and not the results of the team. From top to bottom in this organization, there does not seem to be a sense of urgency which is a critical element in leading a successful endeavor.

In other AFC South division action, the Indianapolis Colts grounded the New York Jets 45-30, Tennessee Titans defeat the LA Rams 28-16 and even the Jacksonville Jaguars pulled out a surprise victory over the Buffalo Bills 9-6. The Houston Texans are firmly at the bottom of their division.

The Texans have a bye this week, so hopefully they will regroup, refocus, and recommit to bringing Texans’ fans a team that this city can be proud of in the NFL. The Texans take on the Titans in Tennessee next week, so read all about it in your hometown paper.

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Suggestions for Mindful Eating: The Korean Sauce You Didn’t Know You Needed Food for Thought Diana Anderson

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M o v e o v e r , Sriracha—there’s another must-have Asian sauce in town. It’s called gochujang, and until I tasted this brick-red paste, I didn’t know I needed it.

Now I do, and I suggest that you do, too.

Gochujang is a Korean condiment, and it’s a flavor bomb. It’s a sludgy, sticky, spicy paste made from chile peppers, glutinous (sticky) rice, and fermented soybeans.

It’s sweet, smoky, salty, and a tad funky, thanks to the fermented soybeans. A little dab goes a long way, adding umami-rich flavor and fireworks to sauces, marinades, soups, and stews.

The first time I tasted gochujang, it was in a thick sauce drizzled over shredded pork in lettuce

Steakhouse from page 1 the huge collection of John Wayne memorabilia along the walls. As a matter of fact, he was named after John Wayne!

When they moved to this area, the Ashbakers f i r s t o w n e d Te x a n a Mexican Restaurant, serving popular pizzas in addition to great Mexican food for the first few years and took over the Bennett’s Steakhouse in a small building across the street, renaming it the Old Montgomery Steakhouse, created their own menu and running both restaurants until the Texana property was sold for the development of a shopping center.

The popularity of the Steakhouse grew

Veteran from page 1 Artifacts, Artwork, and RJOA Banner give the added opportunity for public education on the name and history of this exciting Chapter Name, “Rebel Joan Of Arc”, Actress and Confederate S p y, B e l l e B o y d .

Several RJOA Belles doubled as members also of the Daughters of the R e p u b l i c o f Te x a s , Descendants of the Signers of the Texas Declaration of Texas Independence from Mexico, and Board members of the

minutes Total time: 40 minutes, plus marinating time Serves 4 For the Marinade * 1/4 cup gochujang * 2 tablespoons soy sauce * 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil * 1 tablespoon brown sugar * 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger For the Chicken * 8 bone-in chicken thighs, with skin * Kosher salt For Garnishing * Chopped fresh cilantro * Chopped scallions * Lime wedges Whisk the marinade ingredients in a small bowl.

Season the chicken thighs with salt. Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or plastic container.

Gochujang Chicken Pour in the marinade. Turn the chicken to thoroughly Thighs A c t i v e t i m e : 1 0 coat, rubbing some of the

wraps. Since then, I’ve spooned gochujang into marinades and sauces for chicken, meat, tofu, and roasted vegetables.

Like other spicy chile condiments, gochujang is potent. It’s meant to provide a boost of flavor, not to be served straight up. Mix gochujang with other ingredients that amplify its flavors and smooth its heat, such as soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and citrus juice, for a balance of salt, sweet, acid, and heat.

Gochujang is available in Asian markets, the international section of w e l l - s t o c k e d supermarkets, and online.

Depending on the brand, the heat level will vary, so be sure to taste a tiny bit before adding it to your food. Once opened, gochujang can be stored in your refrigerator for up to one year.

quickly an there was minimal parking, necessitating the move into its present much larger location to the relief of their loyal and new customers, who no longer had to wait in line as long to be seated. The Old Montgomery Steakhouse has always been open 7 days a week and has been the most popular place in town to go for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

It isn’t unusual to see herds of motorcycles in the parking lot on weekends and work trucks every day, all day, plus school bus drivers enjoying a relaxing meal between bus runs. You may also occasionally see committee members gather for breakfast to work on event planning, then stay and visit comfortably until well after the lunch crowd

start coming in. That’s what makes a smalltown restaurant a great value to the community.

Wayne Kung will keep that hometown feel, and for a time the same menu for a time before making some changes to reflect his own ideas and recipes while keeping the regulars happy to find their favorite entrees still on the menu. He said he wants “…to put the ‘steak’ back in ‘steakhouse’ and make some changes to the kids’ menu… maybe adding a prime rib day.” I’m sure the Steakhouse customers will miss seeing Nancy and Lloyd, and heir grandson, Brittain, but the waitstaff and kitchen staff will still be on duty…including the cook who has been with the Ashbakers for all these 25 years. See you there!

Friends of the Flag Foundation, which put on this TEXAS Legacy Flags Ceremony and Day Festival event. Great Work Belles!

This year the “new RJOA find offered” to the Public for History and Education, is the Display for a Drawing for this “One of a Kind” - 1861 Jefferson Davis Commemorative Black Powder Musket of the 150th Anniversary of the War for Southern Independence. The Drawing will be held in honor of the President Jefferson Davis Birthday in June.

Texas Flags of various sizes were av ailab le, alo n g w ith

Lovely Framed Texas and Confederate Art Work, Texas Note Cards, old fashioned Recipees of this time period, and the Framed 1st National Flag with Confederate Money.

ALL was acquired and donated by the wonderful RJOA Members.

The Rebel Belles were the Loveliest and Best Dressed at the Festival!

For Interest in purchasing tickets for this magnificent “one of a kind” gold plated, Black Powder .59 Caliber CS Richmond Musket, for the J u n e D r a w i n g , Please contact ehcollings@gmail.com

marinade between the skin and flesh. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Arrange the chicken on a grill pan, skin side up.

Roast in the oven until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh, without touching bone, reaches 165 degrees F, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest 5 to 10

minutes. Serve garnished with cilantro, chopped scallions, and lime wedges.

Variation For a complete meal, roast the chicken on a rimmed baking sheet with assorted vegetables, such as carrots, butternut squash wedges, pearl onions, or halved baby potatoes.

To prepare, toss the vegetables with 1

tablespoon oil and season with salt and black pepper.

Spread the vegetables on the baking sheet. Nestle the chicken thighs among the vegetables and transfer to the oven. When the chicken and vegetables are cooked, transfer the chicken to a serving plate.

Stir the vegetables in the pan juices to coat and serve with the chicken.

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6 Things to Remember When Markets Fall A weekly column by Kent Pendleton normal. While the length of market contractions varies, periods of growth & expansion are usually waiting on the other side. The markets have proven remarkably resilient over the long term, & while returns can be quite volatile y e a r - t o - y e a r, t h e y ’ r e generally positive over multi-year periods.

2. Don’t panic.

Letting emotions dictate your investing strategy is a risk you shouldn’t take.

Short-term decisions can have long-term consequences on your portfolio.

Being patient can pay dividends.

3. Know your portfolio.

Understand your investments & how specific

assets represent different goals & outcomes. Keep in mind your risk tolerance & investment timeline, & if either has changed, consider talking to your financial advisor about rebalancing your portfolio. Diversification can potentially help balance risk during a downturn & mitigate extreme swings in value.

4. Stay the course.

Remember your financial plan & long-term goals & stick to them. A disciplined investment approach is a sound strategy for handling market downturns & will likely enable you to participate when the markets rebound.

5. Consider opportunities.

Working with your financial advisor, determine whether periods of volatility are a good time to take advantage of investment opportunities in line with your long-term plan.

6. You’re not alone.

Your financial advisor is available to answer your questions & provide help when you need it. He or she can guide you through difficult markets & be the independent voice that helps you stay focused on your long-term goals.

Investing involves risk & investors may incur a profit or a loss. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against a loss.

FACT OR FICTION?

TRUE. Anyone who has ever tried this found out very quickly that it doesn’t work.

There are options available that will work but tomato juice isn’t one of them. * You can only be stung by a bee once and then it dies. NOT TRUE. Let me clarify. This is true for honey bees but honey bees make up a very small percentage of all bee species. All other bee species can sting you over and over. Ouch! * Rabbits LOVE carrots.

NOT TRUE. Sure, they’ll eat them but if given a choice, rabbits prefer leafy vegies. Sure, Bugs Bunny is always seen eating a carrot and perhaps that is how this myth got started but in reality, carrots are not a favorite. * The age of a ladybug can be determined by counting the black spots on the wings. Others think the number of black spots indicate how many months will pass before meeting their true love. NOT TRUE.

Maintain your composure – & long-term focus – when volatility emerges.

It can be unsettling for investors when their portfolios & the markets start heading into the red.

Here are six investing basics to keep in mind during volatile times.

1. Periods of volatility are normal.

All markets move in cycles, & periods of steep contraction are completely

By Cheryl Conley Sometimes we hear things and we just assume they’re correct. When we hear them as children we can go through our entire lives believing them. We even pass that information on to our own children. Let’s dispel some of those old wives’ tales or myths that we’ve heard about animals. * The #1 myth I hear is that you should never touch a baby bird because you’ll leave your scent on them, and mama bird will reject them. NOT TRUE. It’s never good to touch baby birds at any time unless you are rescuing the bird. If this is the case, the baby should be taken to a wildlife organization. * You can get warts if you touch a toad. NOT TRUE. Toads don’t have warts so

passing them to a human would be impossible. Toads have little glands that cover their bodies that look like warts. They secrete a foul tasting, toxic, antibiotic fluid that protects them from predators and illnesses. * Have you ever seen a picture of an opossum hanging upside down by the tail? In real life, this is NOT TRUE. Their tails are very important and aid in balance and holding on to things but they do not hang by them. * Touching a butterfly’s wings will cause it to die.

NOT TRUE. Butterflies look delicate but they’re actually tough little creatures. Their wings have thousands of scales on them and losing a few here and there may slow them down and make it a little harder to

fly but it doesn’t kill them.

Afterall, they do have to withstand wind, storms, brushing up against plants and bushes and spider webs.

Please don’t touch them, though. If they lose too many scales, they can die. * Animals have thicker coats in the fall if a severe winter is expected. NOT TRUE. The rate of hair growth and thickness has nothing to do with weather. * Ostriches bury their heads in the sand because they believe if they can’t see you, you can’t see them.

People say it’s a defense mechanism. NOT TRUE. Ostriches don’t stick their heads in the sand. How would they breathe? * Use tomato juice if you get sprayed by a skunk. It will remove the odor. NOT

Goat Heads, Molasses and Sugar Ants Weekly Column by Doyle Driver doyledriver@yahoo.com As a ten-year old boy during WWII things were hard to come by. For instance I couldn’t have a new bicycle, for there were none. And I understood that! Everything was contributed to winning the war. Every loose piece of scrap metal was important for the cause.

So the bicycle I got was of an early vintage without fenders.

But that was okay by me it suited me fine. The tires were thin and the inner tubes donned patches of various and sundry varieties, but it still was the best transportation possible for visiting Jimmy Tom and Charles.

They were brothers and my good friends from the farm a mile down the road.

We spent many hours riding our bikes and just hanging out.

Keep in mind all kinds of tires were rationed and tires to fit my bike were nonexistent. It was years before Never Leak was invented, but Daddy had an idea to keep Goat head stickers from spoiling my fun. Farms and fencerows were populated with those honery Goat head looking stickers, and a menace to thin bike tires.

Daddy’s Idea came from of all things “Mary Jane Ribbon Cane Syrup”, At the beginning of WWII our grocer told his customers that Ribbon Cane Syrup

supplies would no longer be available. So Daddy bought a twelve-gallon case. It barely lasted for the duration and I’ve never seen it since. But that’s another story.

My bike tires had so many Goat head punctures I had to carry a hand pump to keep them aired up.

Daddy decided to put a pint of Ribbon Cane in each tube, and for the most part it worked. From that day forward I could ferret out a colony of sugar ants anywhere on the farm. Air remained in the tubes for a week or so before pumping them up became necessary.

Bingo even enjoyed a lick or two on the seeping tires once the ants were cleared away.

The Ribbon Cane worked fine except in winter. Then the thick substance solidified in one area of the tube and stayed there. Riding in winter vibrated the whole bike fiercely, but it was still reliable transportation.

Daddy jokingly advised me to carry a couple of cold biscuits along just in case I got hungry.

“You can always wipe the tires down with a biscuit for a snack”.

The tires held up for a couple of years and I visited my friends every few days. As winter and spring faded riding became more enjoyable when the Syrup was more evenly

distributed. One hot July afternoon Mother gave me permission to visit Jimmy Tom and Charles for an hour. Speeding along the hard dirt road I was exceeding my personal best bicycle speed when my front tire blew. Mary Jane was flung far and wide covering the roadway, bicycle and me! I don’t recall what happened to the bike for tires were still nonexistent. About a year later I bought a calf with the saving stamps my sister Eileen had been sending me each week during the war. I sold the calf and bought myself a brand new Raleigh Bike. I used it for a few years until High School and then sold it to the young son of a family who came each year and helped Daddy harvest Cotton. They lived in our dugout or storm cellar.

One evening about suppertime we heard a tremendous commotion in the cellar. It seems that Junior had ridden his bike down the steps and into Mama’s dinner table and onto syrup and pancakes.

Seems as though my bike tires had an affinity for sweets!

Driver is a native Texan born and reared in Hardeman County. He can b e r e a c h e d a t doyledriver@yahoo.com

Kent Pendleton, AAMS® Financial Advisor 936-297-8267 14375 Liberty St, Ste 109, Montgomery, TX 77356 S e c u r i t i e s o f f e re d through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services are offered through Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. Pendle Hill Advisors LLC is not a registered broker/dealer & is independent of Raymond James Financial Services.

All investments are subject to risk, including

Entomologists believe the black spots are a warning to other creatures that the ladybug tastes bad. Don’t eat me or you’ll be sorry! * Bats are blind. Have you ever heard or used the phrase, “blind as a bat”?

NOT TRUE. Bats are not

loss. All expressions of opinion reflect the judgment of the authors & are subject to change. There is no a s s u r a n c e t h e t re n d s mentioned will continue or that the forecasts discussed will be realized. Past performance may not be indicative of future results.

Economic & market conditions are subject to change. The S&P 500 is an unmanaged index of 500 widely held stocks. An investment cannot be made in this index. The performance mentioned does not include fees & charges, which would reduce an investor’s returns. Material prepared by Raymond James for use by advisors.

blind. ‘Nuf said.

Next time you hear something about animals that seems a little farfetched, it’s probably inaccurate. Research it.

Learn about the animals we share our world with.

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Governor Abbott Discusses Impact Of Border Crisis On Texas Communities With Local Law Enforcement In Midland AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today held a roundtable discussion with local law enforcement in Midland about the ongoing crisis at the southern border and its reverberating impact in communities throughout Texas. The Governor was joined by Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director Steven McCraw, Midland County Judge Terry Johnson, Midland County Sheriff David Criner, and law enforcement representatives from

Upton, Ector, Tom Green, Dawson, Martin, Howard, and Andrews counties.

During the discussion, Governor Abbott thanked local law enforcement for keeping Texans safe and offered his support in their efforts to mitigate the impact of the border crisis in their communities.

Sheriffs thanked the state for being proactive and for coming up with innovative ideas to address this ongoing crisis in the federal government's absence.

Weather for the Lake Conroe area Wednesday A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

Wednesday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southwest after midnight.

Veterans Day A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before noon. Sunny, with a high near 72. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north in the afternoon.

Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 52.

Friday Sunny, with a high near 70.

Friday Night Clear, with a low around 49.

Saturday Sunny, with a high near 68.

Saturday Night Clear, with a low around 53.

Sunday Sunny, with a high near 73.

Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 55.

Monday Sunny, with a high near 69.

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"The Biden administration's border crisis doesn't just affect Texans living along the border; it's being f elt b y co mmu n ities throughout Texas," said Governor Abbott. "With an uptick in deadly drugs like fentanyl, dangerous gang a c t i v i t y, a n d h u m a n trafficking across our state, the State of Texas continues to work closely with local law enforcement to s o l v e t h e s e c h a l l e n g e s . Te x a s ' unprecedented response to secure the border and combat the crisis would not be possible without local law enforcement partners here in West Texas and across the state, and funding for Texas' border we continue to ensure they security efforts * Launching Operation have the resources needed Lone Star and deploying to keep Texans safe." thousands of National G uard soldiers and Governor Abbott has Department of Public taken significant action to secure the border in the Safety troopers * Creating a system to wake of the federal government’s inaction. arrest and jail illegal migrants trespassing or Those actions include: * Signing laws that committing other state provide $3 billion in crimes in Texas

* Signing a budget authorization to build the border wall in Texas * Signing a law to make it easier to prosecute smugglers bringing people into Texas * Signing 9 laws cracking down on human trafficking in Texas * Signing a law enhancing penalties for the manufacturing and

distribution of fentanyl * Issuing a disaster declaration for the border crisis * Issuing an executive order preventing nongovernmental entities from transporting illegal immigrants * Taking legal action to enforce the Remain in Mexico and Title 42 policies in Texas

Governor Abbott Invites Austin Veterans Parade Foundation To Host Rally On State Capitol Steps AUSTIN - In light of the cancellation of the Veterans Day Parade in Austin due to stringent COVID-19 regulations put in place by the City of Austin, Governor Greg Abbott today invited veterans with the Austin Veterans Parade Foundation

to host a rally on the south Veterans Day Parade, steps of the Texas State forcing the Austin Veterans Capitol.

Parade Foundation to cancel their annual event," said “The City of Austin's Governor Abbott. "That is overreaching COVID-19 why I am inviting the Austin requirements have placed Veterans Parade Foundation an undue burden on large and military veterans to host events like the 2021 a rally on the south steps of

the the Texas State Capitol to celebrate our nation's heroes. The State of Texas will always support our military veterans, and we are committed to ensuring that the traditions of Veterans Day are kept alive in the capital city."

Letter to the Editor:

East Texas Youth Football League It has come to my attention that one of the teams in the league is not being allowed to play in the

championship games because they are undefeated. I guess all the work they put in means nothing. I

thought if you are unde- What are we teaching our feated and a champion team children? I think this should that you should get to play in be looked into.

-Anonymous the championship playoffs.

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What exactly is AgPack?

It is a collaboration of agricultural companies who, collectively, have organized a specialized package of discounts and rebates that agriculture cannot get anywhere else, on inputs producers have to buy anyway. The process is quite simple: 1. Purchase or lease a qualifying farm truck or SUV from a Certified Agriculture Dealershipsm 2. Simply verify with the dealer ownership of, or in an agricultural enterprise 3. Once the dealer has notified AgPack, the farmer or rancher will be contacted by an AgPack representative within a week to begin redemptions

qualifying new, or preowned, farm truck, or SUV, from a Certified Agriculture Dealership,” noted Pat Driscoll, CEO of Certified A g r i c u l t u r e D e a lers/AgPack. “Plus, AgPack can be stacked on top of any incentive, rebate, fleet or VIP program the local dealer can offer.”

“More than anything, farmers and ranchers want…need…the most durable vehicle money can buy,” added Driscoll. “We know because we’re ranchers and farmers, too.

And that’s what we want.

Our focus is to make sure our agriculture family gets an honest to goodness return on their truck investment. From a dealer that actually understands and cares about who we are, and what we need.”

Below is the line-up of the current AgPack® partners, and their offers. Farmers and ranchers can cash in one or use them all, it is totally up to them. And they can take their time on any one, or all, as AgPack offers are valid for at least one full year from original date of the vehicle purchase. In select cases, the offers are valid even longer.

AgPack includes: * Exclusive rebates on Michelin & BF Goodrich® tires – from tractors to trucks “Believe it, or not, to toys, potential savings AgPack is free with the worth more than $5,000 * 25% off MSRP on purchase or lease of a

Rhino Ag™ Products plus a gift card valued between $100-200 * Exclusive pricing of 510% under Minimum Advertised Pricing (MAP) direct from Dixie Chopper® on the entire line of commercial mowers * 1-year subscription to AgriEdge®, valued at $5,000 * $2,000 credit towards AgroLiquid® Crop Nutrition, free agronomy consultation and annual soil test * $1,000 toward a new Reinke® Irrigation system and $500 towards parts on any existing Reinke system * 25% exclusive discount on many Gallagher® Livestock scales and fencing products * Exclusive after purchase rebates up to $350 on EBY flatbeds, truck bodies and uplifts AND up to $1,000 on EBY trailers stock, equipment, or grain * A $150 gift card after the purchase of a two-year Viasat® Internet Service subscription * $500 product credit after $2,000 of combined Mystik® Lubricant products purchased & lifetime oil conditioning monitoring of the AgPack purchased vehicle, plus a choice of a Mystik-branded gift offering * 15% off MSRP on any purchase of Tarter® Farm & Ranch Equipment with a

minimum purchase of $3,500 before discount Now, accessibility to AgPack for farmers & ranchers in the Madisonville area is being maintained.

This nationwide program will continue to be available at Henson CDJR which had previously completed stringent training when they become an official CAD. That training helps them better understand the specific demands ranchers, farmers and growers have of their farm & ranch vehicles.

“While trucks are a critical tool on the farm, the bottom line for farmers is also critical,” noted Greg Mills, commercial sales manager at Henson CDJR. “Being able to provide our customers with access to AgPack through a new or used vehicle is game changing. We can literally help the agriculture buyer save thousands of dollars in their daily operations through the AgPack ex clu s iv e r eb ates an d discounts on products and services from some of a g r i c u l t u r e ’s l e a d i n g brands.”

Becoming a Certified Agriculture Dealership lets the 156,500 Texas ranch and farm families know the dealership understands the uniqueness of agriculture and is committed to providing the best total truck solution to meet their needs.

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Devotional QUIET - PEACE - VALUABLE COMMODITIES IN THESE TIMES Spreading the Word

By Gail J. Box Gailbox@consolidated.net

It’s a bit amazing to me how many noises we have around us at home that rob us of our peace.

Some are for communicating, working, and cleaning, like washers, driers, T.V., cell phones, P.C’s, boom boxes, and vacuums, and musical instruments. That’s not counting all outside noises of the neighborhoods; like school

busses, trash pick-ups, barking dogs, etc.

I’m not saying we should be entirely free of noises, but we should work around those noises to find a time that’s free of noise as we pray and talk with the Lord. Every household is different, so prayers should take place when we can be quiet the most, in order to be with our Lord of Lords. And He’ll give us His undivided attention in the quiet place. For some, it may be in the middle of the day or night. It’s different for each of us.

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Hwy 105 W., Montgomery, 936-597-4230 Honea Baptist Church, FM 2854, Montgomery, 936-588-1260 Jones Chapel Baptist, FM 2854, 936-7562505 Mt. Calvary Baptist, Old Hwy 105, 936588-2330 BAPTIST Mt. Sinai Baptist, Church of the Good Bethel Road, MontSoldier (Baptist Affiliagomery, 936-597-4668 tion), 1501 North Union Grove Frazier (McKenzie's Baptist Church of BBQ), Conroe, Texas, Richards, Texas Phone: 936-494-5775, About 11 mi N of www.churchofthegoods Montgomery on FM oldier.org. Worship: 149 Sunday at 10:30am, Sunday School all Sunday School: 9:30 ages 9:45 am, Church am Service 11:00 am, Heritage Baptist Wednesday Bible Study Church 19087 Lake and Youth Group 6 pm Mt. Pleasant Rd, Montgomery 77356 CATHOLIC Phone: Pastor Bear Sacred Heart 936 448-4027 Catholic, Gary Chapel 109 N. Frazier, Baptist Church Conroe, PO Box 125, Mont936-756-8186 gomery, Texas 77356, St. Mary’s 5525 Spring Branch Catholic, Road, Montgomery.

FM 1774, 713-478-1256, Sunday Plantersville, Bible Class 10:00 am, 936-894-2223 Worship Service at 7:45 Service 11:00 am.

St. Joseph’s CathoFaith Baptist lic, Church CR 213, Stoneham, Meets at 464 936-894-2223 McCaleb Rd. Sunday Morning JEWISH Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Congregation Beth Worship Service 10:45 Shalom, 5125 a.m.

Shadowbend Place, The Sunday Evening Woodlands, Worship 6:00 p.m.

281-362-1100 St. Beulah Baptist Church, located in LUTHERAN Dobbin, P.O. Box 112, Grace Lutheran Montgomery, 77356 (ELCA), Benui Baptist Highway 105 W., Church, Lake Conroe, 936-588Scott Ridge and FM 1944 1097, Montgomery Living Savior Antioch Baptist, Lutheran ChurchDobbin, 936-597LCMS 309 Pond St. 5560 Montgomery 77356 China Grove Church phone: 936Baptist Church, Willis, 597-8013 Web : 936-767-4744 www.livingsaviortexas.

Dacus Baptist, org Pastor David R. Dacus, Bailes.

407-735-6403, dacusbaptist@consolida METHODIST ted.net Montgomery United www.dacusbaptist.org Methodist Church First Baptist 22548 Highway 105 Church, ASSEMBLY OF GOD Cornerstone Christian Assembly of God of Conroe, located at 100 Mosswood Dr., Conroe, Texas in front of River Plantation.

936-273-1755 New Life Assembly of God, Rabon Chapel Road, Montgomery, 936-588-3399

will calm our spirit in our busy life.

It we’re too busy, we may miss waving to a neighbor, or calling a sick friend, or talking or reading to our children about Jesus. Those gentle joys may last for a lifetime in a lonely life.

Here is an older Celtic prayer that may give us a greater understanding of “quiet:” “Calm me, O Lord, as You stilled the storm, Still me, O Lord, keep me from harm. Let all the tumult within me cease, Enfold me, Lord, in Your peace.”

In my title, I call quietness and peace, a “commodity.” A commodity is defined as “a useful thing,” according to my Oxford American Dictionary. And so it is.

Being quiet with God for just a very few minutes will refresh our body and spirit.

Even God is mentioned through Psalm 23 as David declares this: “He (meaning the LORD) leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His Name’s sake.”

Psalm 23: 2a – 3.

And in the New Testament, Jesus tells His disciples and us, before He is crucified: “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.”

John 14:27.

I hope these words of Jesus will give you much peace in this present world of illness, viruses, and loss of so many loved ones. God doesn’t want us to be full of fear in these times. He

does want us to pray for others who may be struggling with this pandemic.

God does want us to b e s t r o n g p r a y er warriors so more can be saved and healed. James tells us, “The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.” James 5:16b.

It’s important to find a time with God where we can be quiet with prayers going forth.

We have many things and people to pray for, but also, we must give God time to answer our prayers. As we listen, it

West Montgomery, TX 77356 Phone: 936-5976162 Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m., 9:45 am., 11:00 a.m. Praise & Worship Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Www.mumctex.org Richards United Methodist Church 6639 FM 1696 Richards Worship Service 11 AM Sunday School 10AM Porter Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, 1308 S. Hwy 1486, Dobbin, 936-597-5331 or 936-449-5983 Living Way Church, 2080 Longmire Rd, Conroe 936-441-8875 Hope Tabernacle Pastor David Whitaker Meets at 18961 Freeport Dr Montgomery 936.582.7722 Thursday 7:30pm Sunday School at 10:00am Sunday Worship at 6:00pm Community And Interdenominational Lone Star Cowboy Church 21627 Eva St. Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 597-5742 Pastors Randy & Darla Weaver Service Times: Sundays 8:30; 10:00 and 11:30am Mondays 7:00pm Livestream: Watch us live Sundays & Mondays @ live.lonestar.tv or go to the Lone Star Cowboy Church Facebook page and click on the Livestream link.

Website: www.lonestar.tv Abundant Life Ministries Corner of FM 149 & FM 1097 W. Montgomery TX 77356 Prayer /Sunday School 9:30 am Sunday Service 11:30 am Wednesday Pray/Bible Study 6:30 pm RiverStone Community Church 19380 Hwy 105 Ste. 500 Montgomery, TX 77356

Sun: 9:00 Kingdom Life, 10:30 Worship Wed: 6:30 p.m.

RiverStoneCC.org April Sound Church, 67 ½ April Wind S., April Sound, 936588-2832 Lighthouse Fellowship Church, Montgomery, 936582-7700 Living Branch Church, Highway 105 W., Lake Conroe, 936-5883400 New Beginning Bible Church, 19087 Mt. Pleasant Cemetary Rd, 936-5978921 Father’s House, Family Worship Center, Highway 105 W, Lake Conroe, 936-5884660 Walden Community Church, 12400 Walden Rd, Walden, 936-582-6696 Services 9:30 and 11 a.m.

WaldenChurch.com River of Life Church, 17156 FM 1097, Montgomery, 936-4494414 Cornerstone Church, 1011 W. Lewis, Conroe, 936-756-7792 Lakeside Bible Church, 18940 Freeport Drive Montgomery, 936582-1977 Church of St. John, retreat and wildlife center, 2615 St. Beulah Chapel Rd., Montgomery, 936-597-5757 Fellowship of Montgomery 12681 FM 149 Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 597-3949 Senior Pastor Dale Talbert Service Times: Sundays at 9:30am & 11am / Wednesdays at 6:30pm for Children & Student Ministries Watch us live Sundays @fellowshipofmontgo mery.online.church or follow us on Facebook @thefmchurch! www.thefmchurch.co m

Youth Explosing Apostle Episcopal, 1803 Highland 7pm Wednesdays Pastors Sean & Lori Hollow, Conroe, 936Jo Cook 756-8831 The Grace ChrisPRESBYTERIN tian Outreach Center First Presbyterian 25293 Tisdale Road, Church of Conroe Dobbin, Texas 2727 N. Loop 336 936-689-3141 West Mt. Pleasent Baptist Conroe, Texas 936Church FM 149 N., Mont756-8884 Sun. 9:00 & 11:00 gomery, 936-449-6807 Sun Sch 10:00 The Church @ Nursery provided Lake Conroe Church of Christ in 1701 McCaleb Rd Montgomery Montgomery, TX 301 Pond Street, 77316 Montgomery, TX. 936-588-4975 Sunday Bible Class www.lakechurch.com 9:30 am Sunday worship @ Worship - 10:30 am 10:00 a.m. Wed. and 6:00 pm activites 6:30-8pm Wednesday - 7:00 North Shore pm Church Phone: 936-58210 am Worship 4855 Service Email: 18501 Fm1097 West @ the Bentwater West cofcmontgomery@cons olidated.net Gate Entrance Web: Pastor Cary Smith Covenant Felloship www.cofcmontgomery.

302 N. Danville, org Paul Praschnik, Willis, Tx. 77378 936/890-8034 Minister www.cfmlife.org Celebration Service 10am Sundays

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that in Cause Number 21-41613-P; Estate of Francisco M. Alvarado, Jr. – Letters Testamentary were issued to WENDIE ALVARADO on October 14, 2021.

The residence of such Independent Executor is Montgomery County, Texas. The post office address is Estate of Francisco M. Alvarado, Jr., c/o David Borger, 330 Rayford Road, Suite 191, Spring, Texas 77386.

All persons having claims against this Estate, which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and manner prescribed by law.

DATED the 9th of November 2020.

David Borger, Attorney for WENDIE ALVARADO: SBN 24029451, 330 Rayford Road, Suite 191, Spring, Texas 77386; Tel: (832) 263-2100; Fax: (866) 211-7925.

Published Date: November 10, 2021 CITATION BY PUBLICATION APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP 21-41165-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE MARK TURNBULL G. MARK CREIGHTON PO BOX 959 414 W PHILLIPS ST CONROE TX 77305 #100 CONROE TX 77301 THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: LILLY ANN DORNEY, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application to Determine Heirship filed

by Donald Dorney, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on August 12, 2021.

The file number of said matter being: 21-41165-P The style being: ESTATE OF: LILLY ANN DORNEY The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled.

GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court in CONROE, Texas, on this the 5th day of November, 2021.

(SEAL County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS 11/5/2021 3:34:06 PM /s/ Eloisa Salinas Eloisa Salinas, Deputy Clerk Published Date: November 10, 2021 CAUSE NO. 21-41760-P ESTATE OF MARY LORRAINE GLUCK, § DECEASED

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Cause No. 21-40925-P NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF MARK ERIC SALSBERRY, DECEASED

NOTICE OF APPLICATION OF ENTERGY TEXAS, INC. TO UPDATE ITS MARK TO MARKET RIDER CONSISTENT WITH THE COMMISSION'S ORDER IN DOCKET NO. 51095 On November 1, 2021, Entergy Texas, Inc. (“ETI”) filed an Application with Public Utility Commission of Texas (“Commission”) for approval to update its Mark to Market (“MTM”) Rider tariff consistent with the Commission's Order in Docket No. 51095. In Docket No. 51095, ETI sought and the Commission issued Order an approving ETI's initial MTM Rider tariff to provide customers with the credits specified in the Accounting Order issued in Docket No. 50540. The Accounting Order in Docket No. 50540 established the regulatory accounting treatment applicable to the tax effects resulting from a MTM tax accounting method election ETI proposed to make and subsequently made with respect to its power purchase agreements (the “ETI MTM Tax Position”). In addition, the Commission approved a methodology by which ETI will provide to customers the benefits associated with the ETI MTM Tax Position. Under this methodology, ETI will provide to customers guaranteed credits associated with the ETI MTM Tax Position regardless of the final determination on that tax position by the taxing authorities. Moreover, to the extent the taxing authorities ultimately accept ETI's MTM Tax Position, the Company will provide additional credits to customers. In the instant proceeding, ETI seeks Commission approval to update its MTM Rider tariff, consistent with the process described therein, to provide credits to customers for year 2022 consistent with the terms of the Commission's Accounting Order. This filing was made pursuant to Sections 14.001, 14.151, 32.001, and 36.003 of the Texas Utilities Code.

Effect on Customer Classes All of ETI's Texas retail customers will ultimately be affected if the Commission grants the relief requested in this Application in that such customers will receive credits in accordance with the methodology approved in the Commission's Accounting Order in Docket No. 50540.

Contact Information Persons with questions or who want more information on this Application may contact Entergy Texas at Attn: Customer Service—ETI MTM Rider Tariff Update, 350 Pine Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701, email tcr@entergy.com, or call 1-866-981-2602 during normal business hours. A complete copy of this application is available upon request.

The Commission has assigned Docket No. 52755 to the Application. Persons who wish to formally participate in this proceeding, or who wish to express their comments concerning this petition should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, Office of Customer Protection, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, or call (512) 936-7120 or toll-free at (888) 782-8477. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals with text telephones (TTY) may call (512) 936-7136 or use Relay Texas (toll-free) 1-800-735-2989. A deadline for intervention will be established for this proceeding. All communications should refer to Docket No. 52755.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the preferred method for you to file your request for intervention is electronically, and you will be required to serve the request on other parties by email. Therefore, please include your own email address on the intervention request. Instructions for electronic filing via the “PUC Filer” on the Commission's website can be found here: https://interchange.puc.texas.gov/filer. Instructions for using the PUC Filer are available at: http://www.puc.texas.gov/industry/filings/New_PUC_Web_Filer_Presentation.pdf.

Once you obtain a tracking sheet associated with your filing from the PUC Filer, you may email the tracking sheet and the document you wish to file to: centralrecords@puc.texas.gov. For assistance with your electronic filing, please contact the Commission's Help Desk at (512) 936-7100 or helpdesk@puc.texas.gov. You can review materials filed in this docket on the PUC Interchange at: http://interchange.puc.texas.gov/.

Published Date: November 10, 2021

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Notice is hereby given that on the 22nd day of October, 2021, Letters of Administration upon the estate of Mark Eric Salsberry, Deceased, were granted to the Independent Administrator, Susan Denise Salsberry, by the Honorable County Court at Law No. Two (2) of Montgomery County, Texas in Cause No. 21-40925-P pending upon the probate docket of said Court.

All persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within the time prescribed by law, the residence of the said Susan Denise Salsberry being in Montgomery County, Texas, and the post office address to whom claims should be addressed and presented is: Susan Denise Salsberry c/o Vanessa J. Solis-Maduzia Waldron & Schneider, PLLC 15150 Middlebrook Drive Houston, Texas 77058 DATED the 3rd day of November, 2021 Vanessa J. Solis-Maduzia, Attorney Published Date: November 10, 2021 CITATION BY PUBLICATION FIRST AMENDED APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP 21-39695-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE MARK TURNBULL DAN BAYLESS PO BOX 959 106 W HOUSTON STREET CONROE TX 77305 CLEVELAND TX 77327 THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: HELEN DOROTHY HAMMONDS, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Amended Application to Determine Heirship filed by Denise Richards, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas.

Said application was filed on August 19, 2021.

The file number of said matter being: 21-39695-P The style being: ESTATE OF: HELEN DOROTHY HAMMONDS The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled.

GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court in CONROE, Texas, on this the 1st day of November, 2021.

(SEAL County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS 11/1/2021 10:17:31 AM /s/ Eloisa Salinas Eloisa Salinas, Deputy Clerk Published Date: November 10, 2021 CITATION BY PUBLICATION FIRST AMENDED APPLICATION FOR INDEPENDENT INTESTATE ADMINISTRATION AND FOR ISSUANCE OF LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION 21-39695-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE MARK TURNBULL DAN BAYLESS PO BOX 959 106 W HOUSTON STREET CONROE TX 77305 CLEVELAND TX 77327 THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: HELEN DOROTHY HAMMONDS, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the First Amended Application For Independent Intestate Administration and for Issuance of Letters of Administration filed by Denise Richards, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on July 29, 2021.

The file number of said matter being: 21-39695-P The style being: ESTATE OF: HELEN DOROTHY HAMMONDS The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled.

GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court in CONROE, Texas, on this the 1st day of November, 2021.

(SEAL County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS 11/1/2021 10:17:17 AM /s/ Eloisa Salinas Eloisa Salinas, Deputy Clerk Published Date: November 10, 2021

ESTATE OF FRANCIS L. HANIGAN, DECEASED

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NO. 21-41829-P IN THE COUNTY COURT AT LAW NO. 2 OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, T E X A S NOTICE TO CREDITORS

On October 25, 2021, Letters Testamentary for the captioned Estate were issued to and are now held by Aileen P. Ryan as sole Independent Executor.

All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims to Aileen P. Ryan, as sole Independent Executor of the Estate, at the address given below, within the time prescribed by law.

The address to which claims may be presented is: Aileen P. Ryan c/o Karen S. Gerstner & Associates, P.C. 5615 Kirby Drive, Suite 306 Houston, Texas 77005-2448 DATED the 5th day of November, 2021 Respectfully submitted, KAREN S. GERSTNER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. By: Karen S. Gerstner State Bar No.: 07829300 5615 Kirby Drive, Suite 306 Houston, Texas 77005-2448 Telephone: (713) 520-5205 Fax: (713) 520-5235 Email: karen@gerstnerlaw.com ATTORNEYS FOR THE EXECUTOR Published Date: November 10, 2021

Notice to Creditors Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of MARY LORRAINE GLUCK, Deceased, were issued on November 4, 2021, in Cause No. 21-41760-P, pending in County Court, Montgomery County, Texas, to: BARBARA ANN MOREY c/o Mollie Cohn Lambert PLLC P.O. Box 490 Cleveland, Texas, 77328 All persons having claims against this Estate, which is currently being administered, are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. All persons having claims should address them in care of the representative at the address stated above.

DATED the 4th, day of November 2021 /s/ MOLLIE COHN LAMBERT MOLLIE COHN LAMBERT PLLC P.O. Box 490 Cleveland, Texas 77328 Telephone: 281-592-5243 Facsimile: 281-592-5244 ATTORNEY FOR THE EXECUTOR Published Date: November 10, 2021

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CITATION BY PUBLICATION APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP 21-42101-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE MARK TURNBULL ROBERT S. GRIFFIN PO BOX 959 122 WEST DAVIS STREET SUITE 101 CONROE TX 77305 CONROE TX 77301

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GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application to Determine Heirship filed by Garrett Sanders, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on November 03, 2021.

The file number of said matter being: 21-42101-P The style being: ESTATE OF: JEFFERY PAUL SANDERS The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled.

GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court in CONROE, Texas, on this the 5th day of November, 2021.

(SEAL, County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS /s/ Terrell Mizell Terrell Mizell, Deputy Clerk 11/5/2021 11:04:48 AM Published Date: November 10, 2021

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CITATION BY PUBLICATION FIRST AMENDED APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP 21-41624-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE MARK TURNBULL PI-YI MAYO PO BOX 959 2114 MASSEY TOMPKINS RD CONROE TX 77305 BAYTOWN TX 77521

THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: JEFFERY PAUL SANDERS, Deceased

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THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: SHERYL LYNN ALLEN, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the First Amended Application to Determine Heirship filed by Gregg Lewis Allen, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on November 02, 2021.

The file number of said matter being: 21-41624-P The style being: ESTATE OF: SHERYL LYNN ALLEN The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled.

GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court in CONROE, Texas, on this the 2nd day of November, 2021.

(SEAL County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS 11/2/2021 3:03:34 PM /s/ Eloisa Salinas Eloisa Salinas, Deputy Clerk Published Date: November 10, 2021

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 NOTIFICATION TO OWNER NOTIFICATION TO OWNER Last known owner of: Last known owner of: 2017 Nissan Maxima; VIN#: 1N4AA6AP6HC369154; LP#; 564AZT 2004 Ford Expedition: VIN#: 1FMPU17L34LA99177; No License Plate, unknown color Towed from South bound on grand parkway (LA) Red in color Towed from: 15300 North Freeway, Houston TX 77090 on 6/11/2021 on 08/29/2021@ 12:39 pm November 2, 2021

The item is being stored at Humble Towing Service, 24672 FM 1485, New Caney TX 77357 (218) 354-8697 You have the right to claim the item no later than the 20th day after this posting on payment of: A. B.

Towing, preservation and storage charge Garage keeper's fees under SECTION 683.0.2

The item is being stored at 1485 Auto Storage, 16326 FM 1485, Conroe TX 77306 (936)7035480 You have the right to claim the item no later than the 20th day after this posting on payment of: A. B.

Towing, preservation and storage charge Garage keeper's fees under SECTION 683.0.2

FAILURE TO DO SO IS A WAIVER OF ALL RIGHTS, TITLE AND INTEREST IN THE ITEM AND CONSENT TO THE SALE OF THE ITEM FAILURE TO DO SO IS A WAIVER OF ALL RIGHTS, TITLE AND INTEREST IN THE ITEM AND CONSENT TO THE SALE OF THE ITEM AT A PUBLIC AUCTION. AT A PUBLIC AUCTION. Published Date: November 10, 2021 Published Date: November 10, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Garth Charles Denyer, Deceased, were issued on February 4, 2021, in Cause No. 20-40513-P, pending in the County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to: Iryna Voyutska.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Gina A. Price, Attorney at Law, 101 Simonton, Conroe, TX 77301.

DATED the 4th day of November, 2021. /s/ Gina A. Price Attorney for Iryna Voyutska State Bar No.: 16287350 101 Simonton Conroe, TX 77301 Telephone: (936) 756-5511 Facsimile: (936) 441-5745 E-mail: gaprice@priceandprice-law.com Published Date: November 10, 2021 CITATION BY PUBLICATION APPLICATION TO DETERMINE HEIRSHIP 21-42134-P CLERK OF THE COURT ATTORNEY OF RECORD OR PERSON FILING CAUSE MARK TURNBULL ROBERT S. GRIFFIN PO BOX 959 122 WEST DAVIS STREET SUITE 101 CONROE TX 77305 CONROE TX 77301 THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: The unknown heirs of the ESTATE OF: JASON CHRISTOPHER COLE, Deceased GREETING: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application to Determine Heirship filed

by Christina Cole, at or before 10 O'clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of Ten (10) days from the date of Publication of this Citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 of MONTGOMERY County, at the Courthouse in Conroe, Texas. Said application was filed on November 08, 2021.

The file number of said matter being: 21-42134-P The style being: ESTATE OF: JASON CHRISTOPHER COLE The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of the decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled.

GIVEN under my hand and seal of said Court in CONROE, Texas, on this the 9th day of November, 2021.

(SEAL, County Court at Law #2) MARK TURNBULL, COUNTY CLERK MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS /s/ Terrell Mizell Terrell Mizell, Deputy Clerk 11/9/2021 9:12:04 Published Date: November 10, 2021

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Independent Administration for the Estate of Connie Darlene Williams, Deceased, were issued on November 8, 2021, in Cause No. 21-41828-P, pending in the County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to: Ashley Miller. A l l persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Gina A. Price, Attorney at Law, 101 Simonton, Conroe, TX 77301.

DATED the 8th day of November, 2021. /s/ Gina A. Price Attorney for Ashley Miller State Bar No.: 16287350 101 Simonton Conroe, TX 77301 Telephone: (936) 756-5511 Facsimile: (936) 441-5745 E-mail: gaprice@priceandprice-law.com Published Dates: November 10, 2021

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Community Descendants Of Texas Patriots Congratulate Jim Walker As He Is Honored At The Texas Legacy Flags Festival At The Lone Star Monument And Historical Flag Park During the recent Texas Legacy Flags Festival held at the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park in Conroe on November 6, 2021 , Pat and Ted Spackey were thrilled to congratulate and “Thank” Jim Walker for his outstanding volunteer Service as he waa honored with the J a m e s “ J i m ” Walker Plaque dedicated in his honor at the circle that surrounds the Texian Statue. The Plaque reads "The city of Conroe. along with the directors and many supporters of the Friends of the Flag Foundation, proudly dedicate the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park walkway of the Texas Revolution battle and rally flags to James “Jim” Walker."

In 2010, Jim Walker, after hearing about Pat Spackey’s heritage as the great, great, great granddaughter of Dr. Charles B. Stewart of Montgomery, invited the Spackeys to come to the studio in Conroe to meet Craig Campobella who was creating The Texian Statue and the Bronze Bust of Charles Bellinger Stewart that would be at the entrance of the park.

Spackey had the honor of unveiling the Bust of Charles B. Stewart during the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park’s Unveiling and Dedication Ceremonies on April 21, 2011, which was the 175th Anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto and the 175th Anniversary of The R e p u b l i c o f Te x a s .

Charles Bellinger Stewart

served Texas as the first Secretary of State, first to sign the Texas Declaration of Independence, served in three Texas Legislatures and is recognized as the designer of the Lone Star Flag of Texas and first Seal. Charles B. Stewart was a Physician, pharmacist, land surveyor and politician. He married Julia Shepperd, daughter of W.W. Shepperd who is known as the “Founder of the Town of Montgomery.” Charles and Julia had five children and Spackey is a descendant of their only son, Charles Waters Stewart. Follow i n g J u l i a ’s d e a t h , Charles married Elizabeth Boyd who had two children, whom Charles adopted and they had two children born of their union.

The TEXAS LEGACY F L A G S F E S T H O N O R A RY F L A G RAISING CEREMONY was hosted by the Friends of the Flag Foundation and the Veterans Memorial Commission. Dale Trimble of the Friends of the Flag Foundation, inc. gave the introduction, Conroe City Councilman, Curt Maddox led the Pledge to the Texas Flag and the prayer was given

by Rev. B.J. Plattenburg, pastor of Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church, Conroe.

The amazing ceremonies this year featured Military and First Responders taking part in the flag raising ceremonies.

Bagpiper Musical presentation was given by Robert Rogers of the Sugar Land Fire Department; Pledge to the U.S.

Flag by Jimmie Edwards, USMC, Montgomery County Veteran Memorial Commission. The Honor guard procession was presented by the Conroe Police Department Honor guard. The Flags were raised by Honored First Responders : Texas Lone Star Flag - Sugar Land Fire Department; Coahuila y Texas Flag Conroe Police Department; 1824 Tri-Color Alamo Flag - U.S. Navy Veteran; Flag of the Texas Navy - U.S. Coast Guard; Alabama Red Rovers Flag - Precinct 3 Constable, Detective and Deputy; New Orleans Greys Flag Conroe Fire Department; Gonzales “Come and Take it” Flag - Montgomery County Sheriffs Deputies; Sara Dodson TriColor Flag - HCA Hospital, Conroe; Troutman Lone Star Flag Sheriff’s 911 Call Takers; Goliad Flag, Severed Arm, Bloody Sword County Hospital District EMS; San Jacinto Liberty Flag - U.S. Marines; First Flag of the Republic, DeZavala Flag - U.S. Air Force; Second Flag of the Republic, Burnet Flag U . S . A r m y. A t t h e conclusion of the cerem o n y, “ G o d B l e s s America” was led by Peyton Kuehn, student of Covenant Christian Academy. Special thanks were given to: Conroe Parks and Recreation Staff; Lauren and Mike Riggens; Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Commission, Montgomery County Historical Commission; Lone Star

PHOTO: Pat Spackey, Descendant of Charles B. Stewart, (The Bronze Bust of Charles B. Stewart greets visitors at the entrance of the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park Park); Jim Walker, who was honored for his outstanding volunteer service, as The Friends of the Flags Foundation dedicated the circle around “The Texian” at the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park in his honor; and Ted Spackey, United States Army, Captain, reserve and great grandson of Alexander Hamilton David Hurt, Texas Rangers Company F. Volunteers and Rolling Thunder; The Texas Army - Rifle Salutes; Spirit of Texas Bank; and Boy Scout Troop 776 and the Courier of Montgomery County. Adding to the celebration, becoming a “ Festival” this year would not have been a success without the help and dedication of many members representing Historical Societies and organizations. Some of the organizations who volunteered and shared information about their societies are: The Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Judge Nathaniel Hart Davis Chapter (Member Danean Myers serves on the Board of the Friends of the Flag Foundation); Charles B Stewart Chapter Children

“Friends Of The Flag Foundation” Prepared for Texas Legacy Flags Ceremony And Festival Several Rebel Joan Of Arc Members of “Friends of the D A N E A N M Y E R S a n d shown here assisting in Members also serve as Board F l a g s F o u n d a t i o n ” , DIANNE KEBODEAUX, are folding Flags for sale in presentation boxes to the Public. This exciting Day Long event will take place November 6th for Texas Legacy Flags Ceremony and Festival. The Noon Ceremony and changing of the Texas Legacy Flags will honor our First Responders, Police, FireFighters, Border Patrol, Military, Doctors and Nurses, this year. Larry Foerster serves as President of Friends of the Flags Foundation.

The Event is being held on The proximity of the Stephen F Austin’s Birthday, who is known as “Father of Texas”.

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of the Republic of Texas; The Lone Star Chapter Sons of the Republic of Texas, The Descendants of the Signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence; The United Daughters of the Confederacy Rebel Joan of Arc chapter, members of the Thomas Jefferson Stubbs Chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy; The Daughters of the American Revolution, Coushatti Tr a c e c h a p t e r ; T h e T X D A R Te x a s F l a g Committee, Pat Spackey, State Chair and Rowena Hayes, State Vice Chair, who are members of the Heritage Trails Chapter, NSDAR (sharing the “History and Heritage o f t h e Te x a s F l a g ” ) ; Heritage Museum of Montgomery County;

Conroe Legend Mary McCoy volunteering with Larry Foerster at the Texas Historical Commission Booth; Musical E n t e r t a i n e r s , Texas History educational activities, Food Vendors, Indian tribes and many more. A special "highlight" of the day was when visitors were treated to a t o u r o f t h e Ve t e r a n s Memorial Park by Golf Carts when Jimmie Edwards of the Veterans Memorial Commission and Duke Coon, Conroe City Councilman, and others drove back and forth with visitors from the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park across the bridge to visit the beautiful Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park.

honor all our Texas History and those who came before us a n d m a d e Te x a s G r e a t !

These large Texas Historic Flags were flown previously at the Texas Flags Park, and will be offered to the Public for Sale ($30.00 each), at the November 6th TX Legacy Flags Festival. The Boxes will include a Certificate on each F l a g a n d i t s H i s t o r y.

Other Genealogy and Lineage Groups have been invited, and the Lone Star Sons of the Republic oof Texas will play their vital role that day, along with the Rolling Thunder Cannon Crew, the Lone Star Volunteers. DRT, SRT, UDC, OCR, SCV, and Descendants of the Signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence, are just some of the Historic Lineage Organizations that are significant to this Texas Legacy time period. Be sure to drop by and visit them and partake in their education and

sales items. Additional exciting and fun Vendors and entertainment will be present throughout the day.

Other Rebel Joan Of Arc Board Members of the Friends of the Flag Foundation are Elaine Collings and Lyn Howard, who are also assisting at the Nov. 6th Festival.

Another RJOA that is also a DRT, Elaine Collings, is serving as a Docent for the Flags Plaza in “Period Dress”.

RJOA President Jenny Lehr also serves as DRT Chapter President, and her DRT Chapter will serve as Docents of the Flag Park at the Festival.

Our Rebel Joan Of Arc members work hard to support our community in various History projects, the Arts, our Veterans, and in Benevolent efforts. This is another show of support for our Montgomery County community.

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