Montgomery County News, November 5, 2025 by Monte West

LaineyWilsonConquers W TheWoodlandsinher WhirlwindTourstop

by Lainey Wilson words.

byRubenBorjas,Jr

Lainey Wilson Two small words. One word d

Nashville based singer from northeast Louisiana, was back at the Cynthia WoodsMitchellPavilionin The Woodlands this past Saturday, following the unfortunatecancellationof herSeptemberconcertdate due to vocal issues. And e

e disappointment, Lainey made the right decision Forcing the concert would have made it worse, and herpublicapologywithout makeup at the time, made her look even more real than she ever could be Wilson isn’t invincible, no one is; and the cool November air was quite a contrast to the sticky S

making the event even more cozy and enjoyable.

Yes, L

G N ! ! T e this following due to And e i h e made Forcing it worse, at look to t m eat more Ye o c e o h the of Tour victorious, leaving memories

Woodlands on Saturday, with the antepenultimate stop of her Whirlwind World Tour and marched out victorious, leaving 16 500 fans with living memories of having seen thegreatladyinconcert. Wilson her tour in March

Wilson started her 2025 tour in March hitting all the European hot spots,

Copenhagen, Glasgow, London,Paris,andZurich,

InterfaithInvitesThe CommunityToSupport HolidayGivingPrograms

THE WOODLANDS, TX–Astheholidayseason

Woodlandsiscallingonthe community to join in spreading joy and hope throughitsannualHoliday GIVING Programs. Each year Interfaith serves n

individuals, families, and Seniors who need extra s

holidays Through the generosity of donors, volunteers, and local

partners, Interfaithensures thateveryneighborinneed canexperiencethewarmth andmagicoftheseason. · Adopt-a-Family:

LaineyWilson,inherstunningredleatheroutfitsheworeatTheCynthiaWoods MitchellPavilioninTheWoodlandsthispastSaturday,whileperforminginoneof thefinalfewconcertsofher2025WhirlwindWorldTour. Photocredit:Lainey Wilson

COMMUNITY

StubbsChaptergives activitybookstothe Children oftheConfederacy

Article and picture by Eva Rains, Publicity Chairman for the Stubbs Chapter

On Friday, October 31,

a presentation was made to the advisor of the Maj George W Durant 935 Humble Chapter, Texas Division, Children of the Confederacy

your toys by Thursday, December

TexasDivisionUDC.

Astheadvisor,Miss Anna, will offer advice, answerquestionsandshow the children how to follow the proper protocol at that meeting, but the children hold their own meetings. Onceanewborninfanthas a birth certificate, the

application for their child tojointheCofCandwhena younglady

e y was Maj W offer and to follow but newborn has r a m

That adviser is Mrs. Anna Shepeard and is affectionally called Miss Anna. Theitemspresented to Miss Anna were two

locationsincludeInterfaith ofTheWoodlandsandany of the eight local fire stations throughout The Woodlands, Precinct 3 Commissioners Office,

activity booklets about Montgomery County and onepaperbackbookonthe H.L.Hunley Theseitems were presented by Eva Rains, representing the Thomas Jefferson Stubbs 2523ConroeChapter, Texas Division, UDC. MissAnna is the president of the Magnolia Rangers 2544 Humble Chapter,

is 16 years of age, she will age out and may join theUDC. Atthe minimum of 12 years old,ayoungmanmayjoin the Sons of Confederate Veterans.

That is and is itemspresented Miss H. representing Texas is the Magnolia UDC. the join the Confederate

Kevin Brady Community Center and Library, and Spring Creek Greenway NatureCenter

· Gifts for Seniors:

Woodlandswillbeoffering twogiftcardoptionsforthe Gifts for Seniors program this year The cost to provideagifttooneSenior is $50. Our senior clients have an option to choose either a $50 Walmart Gift Card OR a $50Target Gift Card.GiftcardsforSeniors should be delivered to Interfaith no later than 12:00 PM on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 The

pictured:ontheleft...Anna ShepeardandEvaRains

seasonculminateswiththe beloved Holiday GIVING Dinner and Carols by Candlelight, where more than 400 seniors gather to shareafestivemeal,music, andfellowship.

In addition to gifts, all participating families and Seniors receive food from the Interfaith Food Pantry to prepare a holiday meal, along with a clothing voucherfromtheHandMe Up Shop to help them stay warm through the winter months.

said Missy Herndon,

Interfaith's main office (4242 Interfaith Way, The Woodlands, TX), Monday through Thursday, 8:30

Connectionsfor

with September forgotten, the forgiving fans adored her like the Queen she is.

Cynthia Woods was packed tighter than a can full of sardines, and you could tell even before the concertthatthecrowdwas hyped in singing along with John Denver s ‘Take

Me Home, Country Roads,’ even out vocaling the track being played And as the band started its i n t r o d u c t i o n t h e excitement began its upward climb, and already the waves from the lowfrequency sounds were pounding against chests continuing to ascend to theirclimax.

Cynthia Woods was packed tighter than a can full of sardines, and you could even before the concertthatthecrowdwas hyped in singing along with John Denver s ‘Take Me Home, Country Roads,’ even vocaling the track being played And as the band started its i n t r o d u c t i o n t h e excitement began its upward climb, and already the waves from the lowfrequency sounds were pounding against chests continuing to ascend to theirclimax.

Lainey’s entrance to the stage was incredible. There was light Then dark. Then Lainey She stoodlikeastatueatthetop of the stage dressed in red leather, looking like a Goddess. checkedoff all the boxes, sexy, fabulous voice, incredible moves, and World Class striking poses. To call her concert just entertainment is an understatement. It’s an experience, Bucket List at Herexpressionsin reverence to God were incredible, and possibly converted some nonbelievers The audience clay in her

Lainey’s entrance to the stage was incredible. There was light Then dark. Then Lainey She stoodlikeastatueatthetop of the stage dressed in red leather, looking like a Goddess. Shecheckedoff of all the boxes, sexy, x fabulous voice, incredible moves, and World Class striking poses. To call her concert just entertainment is an understatement. It’s an experience, Bucket List atthat. Herexpressionsin reverence to God were incredible, and possibly converted some nonbelievers The audience was clay in her hands, hands,

inspiredbyherrockingand rolling, kids and their parents swinging their arms in the air, Wilson could have shaped them in anywayshewanted.

inspiredbyherrockingand rolling, kids and their parents swinging their arms in air, Wilson could have shaped them in anywayshewanted.

phones were pulled out from the back of the lawn, tothepitjustinfrontofthe stage, which filled the CWMcanopywithlightto

phones were pulled out from the back of the tothe justinfrontofthe stage, which filled the CWMcanopywithlightto

of ‘Somewhere over Laredo,’using the melody of Somewhere Over the Rainbow, in her version, a song dedicated to the

Laredo,’using the melody of Somewhere Over the Rainbow, in her version, a song dedicated to the

phones,whichfilledtheCWMcanopywithlighttotherafters

After four songs, Lainey took a break in a heartfelt moment to express some personal thoughts about the Septemberconcert.

After four songs, Lainey took break in a h artfelt moment to express some personal thoughts about the Septemberconcert.

“Iwasinabindy’all, so thank you so much for understanding and I m feelingahundredpercent,” saidWilson.“SoI’mgonna giveitahundredandninety percenttonight,andIhope you’re gonna say thank you.”

“Iwasinabindy’all, so thank you so much for understanding and I’m feelingahundredpercent,” said “SoI’mgonna giveit hundredandninety percenttonight,andIhope you’re gonna say thank you.”

Noproblem. Andshe did Lainey was easily forgiven, as she took her guitar before launching into ‘Watermelon Moonshine,’ then a sight not easily forgotten happened 16 000 cell

Noproblem. Andshe problem. did Lainey was easily did forgiven, as she took her guitar before launching into ‘Watermelon Moonshine,’ then a sight not easily forgotten happened 16 000 cell

the rafters. Wilson shared the stage equally love to fans, andright,and guitarists and bandmates did part in adding even more excitement for the goer to appreciat Several ran a 50-yard dash across the stage at height, then there were the multimembers who p l a y e d m u l t i p l e instruments, whether it be theviolinandguitar,orthe drums caracas or the washboardabs.

the rafters. Wilson shared the stage equally giving love to fans, left, center, andright,andherguitarists and bandmates did their part in adding even more excitement for the concert goers to appreciate Several ran a 50-yard dash across the stage at height, then there were the multitalented members who p l a y e d m u l t i p l e instruments, whether it be theviolinandguitar,orthe drums caracas or the washboardabs.

Laineywasexcitedto show engagement ring from her fiancé Devlin ‘Duck’ Hodges, who popped the question back in February, and she broke into a wonderful rendition

Laineywasexcitedto show her engagement ring from her fiancé Devlin ‘Duck’ Hodges, who popped the question back in February, and she broke into a wonderful rendition

Cowgirls in the audience. She made several loving references to the audience as her ‘Red Neck Choir,’ withcallsformorePeacein TheWorld. Her hats set trends. Her hand gestures to the heart are epic. Her hip movements would make Elvis jealous She can switchtotheelectricguitar and its play lifts the excitement to the level of bubbling the skin She shakes hands with fans withtheintensityofPorter Wagoner at the Grand Ole Opry

Wilsonisabletoplay thehelloutofaguitar,and still finds time to enjoy some personal time with each of her guitarists drummer, and violinist She told the story of her upbringing in Baskin, Louisiana, which is southeastofMonroe,inthe VillageofBaskin,whichis the official name and havingapopulationof157. The town has since grown toawhopping210citizens as of 2020. Lainey wrote herfirstsongat9,andwas practicingguitarat11.

Wilsonisabletoplay thehelloutofaguitar,and still finds time to enjoy some personal time with each of her guitarists drummer, and violinist She told the story of her upbringing in Baskin, Louisiana which is southeastofMonroe,inthe VillageofBaskin,whichis the official name and havingapopulationof157. The town has since grown toawhopping210citizens as of 2020. Lainey wrote herfirstsongat9,andwas practicingguitarat11.

“I felt The Lord was giving love to my music,” saidWilson,describingher trust in The Almighty to guide her in her musical journey She described the simple act of a little girl drawing a picture, then sang ‘Whiskey Colored Crayon,’ a song about a little boy drawing a home and family situation in which the ‘deddy,’ or daddy, suffered from

“I felt The Lord was love to music,” said describingher trust in The guide her in her journey She described simple act of little girl drawing a picture, ‘Whiskey Colored Crayon,’ a song about a little drawing home and family situation in the ‘deddy,’ suffered

alcohol abuse. It’s sad to see children hurting and having to witness to terrible things such as alcoholism, and Lainey was brave to broach the subjectinher

alcohol abuse. It’s sad to see children hurting and having to be witness to terrible things such as alcoholism, and Lainey was brave to broach the subjectinherwork.

In a humorous moment, and to introduce somefriendswhotourwith her, Chunk Muncaster and Gary Stanton, from Muscadine Bloodline, Lainey brought out a pair of toilets, dropping the ‘sbomb several times in jest. Wilsonhasknownthe guys for 14 years, and she could pull off a stunt like that in coaxing the guys to in sitontheirthronesandsing ‘Pieces’ with her It’s a song about life after a broken relationship with all the pain and heartbreak involved with a shattered brokenheart.

Another little slowdown segment of the concert ‘Chicken Pickin,’

Another little slowdown segment the concert ‘Chicken Pickin,’

Having been in Nashville 14 years, they werehardtimesforWilson cutting her teeth, but her breakout song ‘Things a Man Oughta Know,’ was released five years ago, setting Lainey on the road tostardomontheBillboard Country charts, and in 2023 she teamed up with Ram Trucks for a national commercial featuring her song ‘Heart Like a Truck,’ and she even had a small recurring role in the Yellowstone television series.

Having been in 14 years, they werehardtimesfor cutting teeth, but song Oughta Know,’ was released five ago, Lainey on road stardomonthe Country charts, and 2023 she teamed up with for commercial featuring song ‘Heart Like a she even had recurring in the Yellowstone television series. a humorous moment, and to introduce somefriends tourwith her, Chunk Muncaster and G ry Stanton f om Muscadine Bloodline, Lainey brought out a pair of toilets, dropping ‘sbomb several times in jest. Wilsonhas the guys for years, and she could pull off a stunt like that the guys to siton thrones sing ‘Pieces’ with a song life a broken relationship with all the and heartbreak involved with a shattered broken

sorta like ‘Pickin and Grinnin from Hee Haw w as w h en Wils o n w introduced her bandmates, thankfully without toilets, as everyone gathered round in a sit down, instruments in hand just messin’around. Making therounds,Laineypointed to Aslan Freeman on guitar; Matt Nolan on drums, playing the washboard abs during the pick Then there was KevinNolanalsoonguitar, piano,andkeyboard;while Tommy Scifres was on bass;andthebeautifulSav Madigan,playedthefiddle in pizzicato, or plucking, while also manning the guitar and mandolin It was a touching moment of realismforthebandtostay still long enough for the audience to see they are real people, and not just figures on a label or some video.

sorta like ‘Pickin and Grinnin Hee w a w h en Wi s o n introduced her bandmates, thankfully without toilets, as everyone gathered round in a sit down, instruments in hand just messin’around. Making therounds,Laineypointed to Aslan Freeman on guitar; Matt Nolan on drums, playing the washboard abs during the pick Then there was KevinNolan onguitar, piano, keyboard;while Tommy Scifres was on bass;and beautifulSav Madigan,playedthefiddle in pizzicato, or plucking, while also the guitar mandolin It was a touching moment of realismforthebandtostay still long for the audience to see they are real people, and not just figures on label or some video.

Wilson’s like Exciting Loud. AndFan Loved. hasearnedher Rhinestone microphone She’salloverthestage, she can move everything Godgaveher Couples danced with each other in place when she was in song. She can entertain and command the stage while a sip of beer

Wilson’sconcertsare rock like Exciting Powerful. Loud. AndFan Loved. Shehasearnedher Rhinestone microphone She’salloverthestage,and she can move everything thatGodgaveher Couples danced with each other in place when she was in song. She can entertain and command the stage all while taking a sip of beer

Lainey can 4x4xU, you down with excitement owed Montgomery County show, and she most certainly goingonfortwohoursas were nothing; as intense at the end of show as she at the beginning. The love she for Choir in The Woodlands, was one of pure awe, were pickin’ up what was putin’ with Wilson giving shepromisedearlier intheshow Ruben can be t : ynews.net

Lainey can 4x4xU, mowing you down with excitement She owed Montgomery County and Houston a show, and she most certainly delivered, goingonfortwohoursasif were nothing; being as intense at the end of the show as she was at the beginning. The love she showed for her Redneck Choir in The Woodlands, was one of pure awe, and they were pickin’ up what Lainey was putin’ down; with Wilson giving that 190%shepromisedearlier intheshow Ruben can be reached a t : ruben@montgomerycount ynews.net

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FansrespondedduringWilson’srenditionof‘WatermelonMoonshine,’bylighting 16,000cell

ChunkMuncaster,andGaryStanton,fromMuscadine Bloodline,flankLainey,sittingontoiletsWilsonhad broughtoutforthetriotosing‘Pieces’writtenbyMB withLaineyinmindfiveyearsago Photocredit: MuscadineBloodline

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· Year-over-year

headlineinflationtickedup slightly in September whilecoreinflation,which excludes volatile energy and food prices ticked

market ahead of President Donald Trump's trip to Asia but reb

d quickly, and the meeting b

ahealthycorrectionwithin a still-strong bull market, underpinned by solid fundamentals.

President Xi Jinping reducedthetemperatureof thetradedispute.

By Kent Pendleton

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Octobermarketreview

Even with the government shutdown casting a shadow over Washington D.C., equity markets have continued their upward march, fueled by a trifecta of positive surprises: cooler-than-expected inflation, another rate cut by the Federal Reserve (Fed) and easing trade (Fed)

downward Inflation remains above the target rate but on net this was a better result than the marketexpected.

· In light of betterthan-expected inflation numbers the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by another quarter point in October, bringing the target federal funds rate to 3 75-4 00% The cut is intended to provide relief to a weakening labor market.

· US-China trade tensions briefly rattled the

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ownerknowsthedifficulty of keeping their curious canines from eating just about anything they can find, and, with fall in full fall swing,scatteredacornsare likely to catch plenty of pets’ attention So, does eatingacornsposeariskto adog’shealth?

STATION Every dog owner thedifficulty of keeping their curious canines eating just about they can find, and, full swing,scattered are likely to catch plenty of pets’ attention So, does eating poseariskto adog’s would ingest acorns to sick, said.

Dr Erin Ray a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, shares advice on the potential dangers of n consumingacornsandhow ownerscankeeppetssafe.

Dr Ray clinical assistant at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences, shares advice the po e t a d ng of consumingacorns how safe.

and independence of vulnerable seniors and veterans in Montgomery Countyaturgentrisk.

upset stomach, according toRay

Although acorns nottoxic cases been associated with damage the liver

Although acorns are generallynottoxictodogs, a few documented cases have been associated with damage to the liver or kidneys.

“Most dogs would need toingestlargequantitiesof acorns to become sick, but notall,”Raysaid. Potentialthreats

However that doesn’t meandogownersshouldn’t keep an eye out for a dog that manages to snag an acornortwo,assomedogs might experience stomach and intestinal issues like vomiting, diarrhea, and an

However that meandogownersshouldn’t an out for a manages to snag an might intestinal issues diarrhea, an toRay

The first priority of MOWMC is protecting servicesfortheseniorsand veterans who have grown dependentontheorganization.MOWMCiscommitted to avoiding the service reductions that have impacted other Meals on Wheelsprograms.

Aside from the of toxicity,the large size and texture of acorns can number ofhealthissues

Aside from the issue of toxicity,therelativelylarge size and hard texture of acorns can cause a number ofhealthissuesforadog.

“Acorns be physically problematic dogs ifingestedwhole large pieces,” Ray said. “They cancausedogs chokeor get stuck and the gastrointestinal and they even cause dental trauma if are hard enoughwhenchewed

“Acorns can be physically problematic for dogs ifingestedwholeorinlarge pieces,” Ray said. “They cancausedogstochokeor get stuck and obstruct the gastrointestinal tract, and they can even cause dental trauma if they are hard enoughwhenchewedon.”

Preventionis

Preventioniskey

Because ingesting acorns might result in the

Be au e ingesting acorns result the

MOWMC emphasizes thattheyreceivedailycalls from seniors who are desperate and begging for help. “We are at a loss for how to tell these seniors that they will have to continue to wait They deserve better Seniors do not have the luxury of time,”saidWatkins.

To preserve essential services MOWMC has immediately begun reevaluating its clients using updated criteria basedonurgencyandrisk. As of today there are approximately 200 seniors on the waitlist This number is projected to grow exponentially as MOWMC’s service freeze continues and SNAP

needforsurgicalremovalif they become stuck, dog owners should try to prevent their pets from chomping on acorns wheneverpossible.

for removal dog should try to their from homp ng on orn wheneverpossible.

“It would be best to try to gently remove the acorn from your dog’s mouth if you’reabletodososafely,” Raysaid.“Otherwise,most dogs are fine if they eat an occasionalacorn,aslongas it’s chewed prior to ingestion.”

be to gently remove acorn dog’s mouth to said.“Otherwise, dogs are fine they eat an acorn, long i d ri r t

a dog does up swallowing an acorn, the pet closely any choking vomiting, afterward; mends veterinary care

If a dog does end up end swallowing an acorn, the pet should be monitored closely for any choking vomiting, or low appetite afterward; Ray recommends seeking veterinary careiftheseorotherissues

Effective November 3, 2025 MOWMC s most vulnerable clients will be reduced from 7 meals to 5 meals per week.Additionally, the organization will be forced to cut 500 transportation rides per month.

MOWMC emphasizes that while this is an unprecedented challenge, the organization remains deeply committed to its mission. “This community has always rallied around us, and I am confident this time will be no different.

rare cases liver and kidney damage in

owners reach to the ASPCA ingestion said.

“Because rare cases of liver and kidney damage have been reported in veterinary literature, I would recommend that owners reach out to the ASPCApet poison control if acorn ingestion does occur,”Raysaid.

Pet can help prevent temptation chewing acorns raking yards during when acorns

o t ab dant nd avoiding where are

Pet parents can help prevent the temptation of chewing acorns by raking their yards during times of the year when acorns are most abundant and avoiding areas where acorns are most densely foundduringwalks.

Addit on ll ay recommends training such as “leave it” to

Additionally, Ray recommends training with commands such as “leave it” or “drop it” to prevent

We urge the public to get involved by making a donation or calling your membersofCongress,”

For more information, pleasecontact: Carrie

dogs from consuming any objects that might cause them

dogs from consuming any objects that might cause themharm.

The fall brings respite from and plenty to enjoy the outdoors By being mindful of your dog during your outside time together you ensure your avoids acornrelatedaccidents.

The fall brings respite from the summer heat and plenty of reasons to enjoy the great outdoors By being mindful of your dog during your outside time together you can ensure your pet avoids any acornrelatedaccidents.

Pet Talk is service College of Medicine & Biomedical University Stories can be viewed vetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet -talk future topics may direc d to vmbseditor@tamu.edu.

Pet Talk is a service of the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University Stories can be viewed on the web at vetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet -talk Suggestions for future topics may be directed to vmbseditor@tamu.edu.

OPINION/EDITORIAL

+Alfred William ‘Wild

Bill’Eustes, Jr – June 13, 1932–October24,2025

We all knew our WisecrackWarriorfriend’s

Ruben Borjas Jr, Columnist/ Opinion Writer Ruben’s Montgomery Musings

health had been in decline forthelastseveralmonths, for when he started showing up for meetings with oxygen in tow, we knew something was afoot. ForsomeyearsBill

Weather for the Lake Conroe area

Wednesday

Sunny,withahighnear80.South windaround5mph.

WednesdayNight

Mostlyclear,withalowaround57. Southwindaround5mphbecoming calmintheevening.

Thursday

Sunny,withahighnear81.Light southwindincreasingto5to10mph inthemorning.

ThursdayNight

Mostlyclear,withalowaround63.

Friday

Sunny,withahighnear84.

Eustes was a member of ourLoneStarHonorFlight Veterans Group or 105 and he would enjoy gathering in our unique Veteransclan,theonlyone in the nation that meets weeklyonWednesdaysfor breakfast provided by a selection of local restaurants and civic organizations. Andinourgroupisa tableofwisecracks,menof all the branches of our militaryservicesthatdon’t quite fit into the Marine table, or any other table, but all seemed to gather at the insistence of a funny lookingex-Marinewithan interesting laugh. When Billarrived,hewasdrawn tothetableoflaughingexservice men, and was easilywelcomed.

Great Friend Bill had passedaway

Wehavesomuchfun in the group. We made a sign for new Veterans to the group, in which new guys would put their head in the sign, with huge ears oneachside,andatthetop itread,“ICan’tHearYou.” We’ve all taken funny pictures, looking goofy and crazy, we all crack jokes about each other, taking no offense, but laughing our tails at the mentions. Thenwestarted puttingpicturesonthewall near our table, of which Wild Bill has the premiere spot of honor Following his passing, I suggested that some sort of designator be placed for members whohavepassedaway,and the very next Veterans meeting, someone had placed a black wreath around our beloved friend'spictureframe.

Mostlyclear,withalowaround58.

Saturday

Sunny,withahighnear83.

Sunday FridayNight

Mostlyclear,withalowaround60.

Sunny,withahighnear76.

SundayNight

Mostlyclear,withalowaround49.

Monday SaturdayNight

Sunny,withahighnear67.

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With Eustes being over 90 years of age, we were all impressed, even though he was fourteen years younger than the oldestguyintheroom. He soon gained the nickname ‘Wild Bill,’and even with our funny quips he routinely responded with witty straightman comebacks. Bill was an outlier inourGroupofWiscracks. Hewastheoldest,themost religious, and had served the longest of us all. He would occasionally take a Wisecrack Warrior Lunch with the gang at a pho restaurant, and I enjoyed writingabouttheventures, barelymentioningwhatwe ate but just loving the camaraderie of men of different ages and conflicts,allsharingalovefor fellowship, laughter, and stories. Wild Bill was an amazingguy beingableto walk into the group each week unaided by canes or rollators. His fit and trim figure set a model of health,whichevensomeof ourVietnamguysstillneed to learn. When his son passed away last year, we mourned alongside him, andenjoyedmeetingthose

Wild Bill’s memorial service was this past SaturdayinConroe. Ihad remembered a poem that waswrittenbyaVeteranby thenameofBillMorrison, from Montgomery I believe he was a World War II Veteran, and when he was like 80 he started writing poems, and compiled them in 2015, in a book called, ‘Things I Didn’tSay-‘TilNow.’ On page 65, is a poem ‘The 105Club,’versesinwhich he described the OG, original gangsters of 105, themenwhofoughtWorld War II, and writing about their experiences from Pearl Harbor, storming ashore beaches, prison camps, kamikaze attacks, etc. Ihadreadthepoemat thememorialserviceofthe brother of my good friend Billy Ray Duncan, who was a Vietnam Veteran. I got to thinking about the poem,nowthatmostofthe World War II guys and evenKoreaVetsaregone,I updated it to reflect the

friend and Wisecrack Warrior founder, Curtis Cole, gave me a brotherly embrace and thanks. He really looked up to Wild Bill and was deeply saddenedbyhispassing. Colonel Alfred

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whohappenedtotagalong with him on a particular Wednesdaytothegroup.

I was in Port Lavaca on a Warrior’s Weekend, havingleftthedayofWild Bill’s passing, and it was during a Memorial Remembrance Ceremony for Soldiers who had passed away in battle, when a tear suddenly dropped from my left eye. My friend and fellow Wisecrack Warrior Ed Holesovsky,askedifIwas OK,towhichIrepliedthat Iwas,butlittledidIknow thesignificanceofthetear until I returned home, when we found that Our

conflicts of Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq, and AfghanistanVeterans. But Istillkeptthememoriesof the guys who have passed on.

WhenIarrivedatthe service,ImetBill’sfamily, and showed his son the poem and offered to share some experiences of their Father and Grandfather with the Wisecrack Warriors. It was an honor to speak to Wild Bill s Family and Friends, as I regaled them with some funnyanecdotesinvolving their patriarch, and then I read the poem. When I returned to my seat, my

Ms.MaryBowersand severalofherserversfrom Vernon’s Kuntry Katfish

were on hand with Hannah speaking on Wild Bill’s many visits to the restaurant and getting to know the staff The Chaplain from his Christian Motorcycle Club also spoke. Billwillbemissed bynotonlyhisfamily,and friends, Veterans, restaurants,andclubs.

(four who survived to adulthood), many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Wild Bill, may God Take

William “Bill” Eustes Jr., age 93, began his military service in 1951 when he enlisted in the U S Air Force, where he served as aninstructorintheAircraft and Engine School, including the B36 School. Following his active servicehepursuedacareer in the ministry and preachedinTexas,Georgia and Florida. He returned totheAirForcein1965as a Chaplain, serving in numerous stateside bases, as well as overseas postings in Ubon, Thailand; Izmir, Turkey; and Rhein-Main AFB, Germany He retired with more than 33 years of service shortly after Operation Desert Storm Following his military service he was the Chaplain at DFW Airport, offering pastoral care to employees and travelers until his retirement in 1995. He was married to hiswifePeggyforover67 years, and she preceded himindeathinMay2023. They had five children

TheHoustonSymphonyPresents'From StagetoScreen:BroadwayMeetsHollywood'

byRubenBorjas,Jr

The Houston Symphony,whennotpresenting majorworksbyBeethoven, Mozart Brahms or Mahler, hosts wonderful concerts in-between given to an adoring public who enjoy Gershwin and Jazz, Saint-Saëns and Falla, or a whole host of other events that encompasses a month at Jones Hall Friday, October 31st brought out a spooky sense of Halloween, or All Hallows’ Eve, with some pieces being neatly timed to the occasion in the Houston Symphony’s second Bank of America POPS Series presentation of ‘From StagetoScreen:Broadway Meets Hollywood ’ The atmosphere was charged with excitement and perhapstherealWednesday Addams as the Houston Symphony’s Principle Pops Conductor Steven Reineke, famed Broadway vocalist Hugh Panaro; and actor singer and musician Elizabeth Stanley, took the stage. Andwiththesuccess ofthefirstfoureventsofthe Houston Symphony’s 2025-26 Season, it has telegraphed that concertgoersareinforlovelytimes as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year s hit, with larger and larger salvos of big names on deck, Shostakovich, Tchaikovsky, Handel, and even Nat King Cole to Welcomein2026.

Conductor Steven Reineke took the stage on Halloween with total confidence and immediatelywenttoworkwithhis outstretched arms as if he wereaneaglespreadinghis wings From Stage to Screen,’ is a brand-new program by Reineke, making its World debut in Houston. Steven’sstyleon the podium is highly engaged, charismatic, dynamic, and although known to work with numerous musical genres, he truly shines when working with symphony orchestras. He is a natural in engaging with the

audience, and it shows in his showmanship, snappy jacketandslacksperfectfit to his frame. Reineke is both a coach and cheerleader and it’s like he wills his players into going the extra mile with their instruments, and when he steps away from his New YorkPopspodiumhiswork with others across the country is incredible. His collaborativeapproachand ability to cross musical linesmakeshimindispensable to entities such as the Houston Symphony The relationship with the audienceishistoppriority and his well presented storiesandanecdotesbring a better understanding to thelistenerastothestories behind the pieces being played.

Reineke first ordered up the ‘Overture to West Side Story,’ composed by Leonard Bernstein and arranged by Maurice Peress, which not only set themoodforthemovie,but for the entire evening as well. Originallybroughtto lifeonthestagein1957,for the movie Peress’ tweaks madeitscreenlegend,with pretty much all the kids in the pool as far as instrumentation is concerned The audience loved its rhythmic passion and hints f

conflict love and social

divisions; issues that never seemtoquellthemselvesin society The overture tells thestoryofthenativeNew Yorker‘Jets’andthePuerto Rican ‘Sharks,’ and brings the tensions to life in the motif and styles that represent each gang. The SharksofcoursehaveLatin influences and rhythms, whileTheJetsin‘JetSong’ are shown with an aggressive tone with jagged edges Reflections from ‘The Dance at the Gym,’ whereReinekeproddedthe audience to yell ‘Mambo’ along with the symphony wasspecial. Theharpwas instrumental in projecting the tenderness of Maria, and the special moments she shared with Tony in theirinitialmeeting. The entrance of Elizabeth Stanley to stage with a mind blowing blue dress, later dazzling gold, most certainly impressed. She sang ‘DiamondsAre a Girl’s Best Friend’by Jule StyneandLeoRobin,from the 1949 musical and the 1953 film, which sparked memories of Marilyn Monroe in song in the film ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.’ Stanley’s voice was crisp, sexy, and she

showgirl to the hilt; and would have made a great Jessica Rabbit with blond hair Elizabeth captured,

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PastorDavidR.Bailes.

perhaps even surpassing it; Monroe’s clever use of the lyrics as well as using comedic facial expressions and movements to bring thatmuchmoreexcitement to the audience. Hearing the performance live had some audience members shaking from side to side, enjoying th

engaging in big band jazz accompanied by Stanley’s vocals, each putting their all into the performance wasspecial. Stanleystayed on for ‘Children Will Listen,’ from the 1986 musicaland2014film‘Into the Woods,’ the song was one of the pieces that perfectly tied in with the Halloween concert date On a dime, Stanley went from a perky and energetic performance in ‘Diamonds,’to the most tender parts of a dead mother singing to her son and widow giving hope for the future.

The greatness of Broadway’s Hugh Panaro, who has approximately 2,500 performances ofThe Phantomunderhisbelt,and itshowsinhisfabulousand well-trained voice He captured Jean Valjean’s incredible plea in ‘Bring HimHome,’fromthe1985 musical and 2012 film The harp lead bubbled the skin with anticipation, and Panaro captured the spirit of a man praying for the

safety of his prospective son-in-law’ssafetyinParis, at a time of rebellion Hugh’semotionwasoffthe charts,andcoupledwithhis vocal control and technique, roused emotion amongst the audience memberswhogavethefirst standing ovation of the evening. Theperformance truly conveyed an honest pleaforkinsmanship,along with a father yearning for the tender care of a son.

Panaro’s dynamic range fromhissoftfalsettotothe qualityofhishighestnotes, forced the audience from their seats in appreciation for the man’s talent

Undoubtedly it was a bucket-listmoment.

Panaroalsoimpressed in‘TheMusicoftheNight,’ from 1986’s ‘The Phantom of the Opera,’ the masterpiece of Andrew Lloyd Webber,whichwasalsoput to film in 2012. Literally having sung the song thousands of times, Hugh, without the mask, showed Houston what a live performance entailed, and did he ever shine, bringing thelairtolight,andmaking the Phantom’s hideousness look handsome in the seduction of Christine Panaro’s ability to caress the lyrics, and set out the part on-stage made the moment incredible. Hugh expressed the sadness and the Phantom’s quest for love, in his powerful and all-around vocal delivery which perfectly captured the Phantom's dual nature. Hugh’s

standing ovation of the night, and was rightly deserved.

The soaring duet of Stanley and Panaro in ‘Suddenly, Seymour,’from the 1982 musical and 1986 film, an Alan Menken and Howard Ashman collaboration, was a sight to see. The passion on stage between the two was electric and the audience loved it It was almost hymnal,coupledwithahint ofcountryinplaces,telling the story of confessions of love between a man and a

woman Each voice dancedwiththeotherinthe ballet of feelings between the two, and it showed onstage with Elizabeth and Hugh’s heart-felt gestures and embracings The emotionaldepthshownwas indescribable, and with its themes of love and selfaccepting of one’s faults, deeply resonating in the heartsoftheaudience. For many it was a selfactualizingmoment,where nothing else in life mattered, but just the enjoyment of the arc of emotion that was poured out onstage between Stanley and Panaro.

OfcoursetheHouston Symphony brought out their best under Steven Reineke’s baton They continue to impress, with their tremendous excellence in preparation and presentation. The Halloweenconcertwasspecialand made for a wonderful opening night over the weekend trio of concerts. Congratulations go to the Houston Symphony for reachingdeepintotheirbag of candy, and pulling out a sweet treat that entertained for the ages. The Houston Symphonyalsoneedstobe thanked for providing Veteransticketsforthecost of a small transaction fee though Vettixorg The experienceatJonesHallfor Vets, many who have been wounded in mind or body inOurNation’sbattlefields across The World, which allows for healing, for music is the perfect outlet to so many of life’s ailments.

The next concert is ‘Shall We Dance,’ to be performedonNovember89.

The HS website is: houstonsymphony org Pleaseconsiderdonatingto this wonderful organization.

Ruben can be reached a t : ruben@montgomerycount ynews.net

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Hwy105W.,Montgomery 936-597-4230 FirstBaptistChurch FM2854,Montgomery 936-588-1260 FM2854,936-756-2505 OldHwy105,936-588-2330

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Worship:Sundayat10:30am, SundaySchool:9:30am BenuiBaptistChurch,

BaptistChurch St.BeulahBaptistChurch locatedinDobbin,P.O.Box112, Montgomery,77356 POBox125,Montgomery, Texas77356,5525Spring BranchRoad,Montgomery.713478-1256,SundayBibleClass 10:00am,WorshipServiceat 11:00am.

Meetsat464McCalebRd. AntiochBaptist, Dobbin,936-597-5560

SundayMorningBibleStudy 9:30a.m.WorshipService10:45 a.m.

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CATHOLIC SacredHeartCatholic, 936-756-8186 St.Mary’sCatholic, Mt.SinaiBaptist, BethelRoad,Montgomery, 936-597-4668 109N.Frazier,Conroe, 936-894-2223

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Phone:PastorBear9364484027 dacuschurch@gmail.com, dacusbaptist@consolidated.net www.dacusbaptist.org SundayEveningWorship 6:00p.m.

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Montgomery TX 77356 WorshipService11AM 19190KeenanCutoffRd. PastorDavidWhitaker 936.582.7722

LtoR:Actor,singer,andmusicianElizabethStanley,HoustonandNewYorkPops ConductorStevenReineke,andfamedBroadwayvocalistHughPanaro;atJonesHall onHalloweenintheHoustonSymphony’spresentationof‘FromStagetoScreen: BroadwayMeetsHollywood’

NOTICEOFCONSTABLESSALE

THESTATEOFTEXAS COUNTYOFMONTGOMERY

BLUE HERON BAY 02, BLOCK 1, LOT 14, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDSOFMONTGOMERYCOUNTY,TEXAS(MORECOMMONLYKNOWNAS17827S BLUEHERONCIR.,MONTGOMERY,TX77316.

Andonthe2nddayofDecember 2025,at10:00o'clocka.m.;whichisthefirstTuesdayofsaid month on the Courthouse Steps located at 301 N Main Street Conroe Texas 77301 of said MONTGOMERYCounty,Texas in the City of CONROE; I will proceed to sell at the time of the public auction for cash, all the rights, title and interest of Eve Zou and James Zou, Defendants in and to said property representinginterestandcostsof

ALLBIDDERSMUSTCOMPLYWITHSECTION34.015OFTHETEXASPROPERTY TAXCODE.

GIVENUNDERmyhandonthe24thdayofSeptember 2025,

DATEDthis16thdayofOctober 2025;at19100UnityParkDrive,Magnolia,Texas.

By:/s/ChrisJones

By:/s/AshtonHedrick CONSTABLECHRISJONES,PCT5MONTGOMERYCOUNTYTEXAS

InvestigatorAshtonHedrick-#8510

PublishedDates:October29,November5,12,2025

ApplicationhasbeenmadewiththeTexasAlcoholicBeverageCommission for a Wine and Malt Beverage Retailer's On-Premise Permit (BG) by Brian Johnson dba Ranch Revival Country Store, to be located at 18688 W FM1097, Montgomery, Texas 77356. Officers of said corporation are Brian Johnson.

PublishedDates: Wednesday,November5,2025and

Wednesday,November12,2025

NOTICETOCREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the

Deceased,wereissuedonOctober29,2025,inCauseNo.25-49109-P,

MontgomeryCounty,Texas,to: MarzieHallonquistBailey

AllpersonshavingclaimsagainstthisEstatewhichiscurrentlybeingadministeredarerequired topresentthemtotheundersignedwithinthetimeandinthemannerprescribedbylaw c/o: GinaA.Price, AttorneyatLaw 101Simonton,Conroe,TX 77301.

DATEDthisthe29 dayofOctober 2025.

/s/ GinaA.Price

AttorneyforMarzieHallonquistBailey StateBarNo.: 16237850 101Simonton

Conroe,TX 77301

Telephone: (936)756-5511 Facsimile: (936)441-5745

Email: gaprice@priceandprice-law.com

PublishedDate:Wednesday,November5,2025

NOTICETOCREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of BRIAN LEROY HULLUM, SR., Deceased, were issued on October 30, 2025; in Cause No. 25-48896-P pending inThe ProbateCourtNo.One(1)ofMontgomeryCounty Texas,to:ALISAHULLUMWISENBAKER.Claims maybepresentedincareoftheExecutrixoftheestateaddressedasfollows: ALISAHULLUMWISENBAKER

9966W ShoreDrive

Willis,Texas77318

AllpersonshavingclaimsagainstthisEstatewhichiscurrentlybeingadministeredarerequired topresentthemwithinthetimeandinthemannerprescribedbylaw

DATEDthe30thdayofOctober,2025

By:/s/ EricaJackson

AttorneyfortheEstate StateBarNo.24055722

NOTICETOCREDITORS

NoticeisherebygiventhatoriginalLettersTestamentaryfortheEstateofJacquelynLeeDawson th CookseyakaJacquelynLouvierCooksey Deceasedwereissuedonthe15 dayofOctober2025,inCause No. 25-49015-Pin the Probate Court Number One of Montgomery County,Texas, to Curry L. Cooksey IndependentExecutor

AllpersonshavingclaimsagainsttheEstatewhichiscurrentlybeingadministeredarerequired topresentsamewithinthetimeandinthemannerprescribedbylaw Claimsmaybepresentedincareofthe attorney for the Independent Executor addressed as follows: Curry L. Cooksey, Independent Executor, EstateofJacquelynLeeDawsonCookseyakaJacquelynLouvierCooksey,Deceased,c/oJenniferTurner Nichols,JNicholsLaw,PLLC,2935ToccoaSt.,Beaumont,Texas77703.

th DATEDthis4 dayofNovember2025. CurryL.Cooksey

IndependentExecutorofthe

EstateofJacquelynLeeDawsonCookseyaka JacquelynLouvierCooksey Deceased PublishedDate:Wednesday November5,2025

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PublishedDates:Wednesday,October29,2025andWednesday,November5,2025

Notice of Public Sale

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PublishedDates:Wednesday November5,2025andWednesday November12,2025

NOTICEOFRATECHANGEREQUEST

On October 29, 2025, Entergy Texas, Inc. (“ETI”) filed an application for approval to amend its Transmission Cost Recovery Factor (“TCRF”) with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (“Commission” or “PUC”). The application was assigned PUC Docket No. 58889. The proposedTCRFisrequestedinaccordancewiththePublicUtilityRegulatoryAct§36.209and16 Tex.Admin.Code§25.239. ATCRFallowsautilitytorecoveritsreasonableandnecessarycosts that have occurred since the end of the test year in the utility's last base rate case for transmission infrastructure improvement and changes in wholesale transmission charges to the electric utility underatariffapprovedbyafederalregulatoryauthority Initsrequestedamendment,ETIisseeking recoveryofcostsfortransmissioncapitalinvestmentsitincurredfromJuly1,2024throughJune30, 2025. ETI also seeks to recover approved transmission charges that are not otherwise being recoveredthroughrates.

The proposed TCRF as amended would result in total TCRF retail revenues of approximately$30.3milliononanannualbasis,whichwouldbea2.5%increaseinETI'sannualized non-fuelrevenuerequirementascomparedtorevenuesapprovedinDocketNo.53719,ETI'smost recentbaseratecase,anda1.6%increaseinETI'soverallannualizedrevenuerequirementincluding fuelcostsascomparedtosuchrevenues. Theimpactoftheratechangeonvariouscustomerclasses willvaryfromtheoverallimpactdescribedinthisnotice.

TheeffectivedateoftheproposedratechangewouldbethedatethataCommissionorder adopting the proposed TCRF is issued. ETI has requested that, if no hearing is requested, the CommissionadoptanorderapprovingtheproposedTCRFatorbeforeitscurrentlyscheduledopen meeting on January 15, 2026. All customers in ETI's Texas retail rate classes are affected by this request.

Persons with questions or who want more information on this filing may contact ETI at EntergyTexas,Inc.,Attn:CustomerService—2025TCRFCase,350PineStreet,Beaumont,Texas 77701,emailtcr@entergy.com,orcall1-866-981-2602duringnormalbusinesshours. Acomplete copyofthisapplicationisavailableforinspectionattheaddresslistedabove.

TheCommissionhasassignedDocketNo.58889tothisproceeding. Personswhowishto intervene in or comment upon these proceedings should notify the Public Utility Commission of Texas(“Commission”)assoonaspossible,asaninterventiondeadlinewillbeimposed. Arequestto interveneorforfurtherinformationshouldbemailedtothePublicUtilityCommissionofTexas,P.O. Box 13326,Austin, Texas 78711-3326. Further information may also be obtained by calling the Commissionat(512)936-7120or(888)782-8477. Hearing-andspeech-impairedindividualswith texttelephones(TTY)maycontactthecommissionat(512)936-7136.

Thedeadlineforinterventionintheproceedingis45daysafterthedatetheapplicationwas filedwiththeCommission. Therefore,ETIhasrequestedthatthedeadlinebeDecember15,2025, andaletterrequestinginterventionshouldbereceivedbytheCommissionbythatdate. 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: https://ftp puc texas gov/public/puct-info/industry/filings/E-Filing Instructions pdf Once you obtainatrackingsheetassociatedwithyourfilingfromthePUCFiler youmayemailthetracking sheetandthedocumentyouwishtofileto:centralrecords@puc.texas.gov Forassistancewithyour electronic filing please contact the Commission's Help Desk at (512) 936-7100 or helpdesk@puc.texas.gov YoucanreviewmaterialsfiledinthisdocketonthePUCInterchangeat: http://interchange.puc.texas.gov/.

PublishedDates:November5,12,19,26,2025

byElaineCollings

Lehr, the of took annual TX to more

visited multiple Civil in the area.

JennyLehr,Presidentof theRebelJoanOfArc2721 Chapter of the United DaughtersoftheConfederacy, UDC,tookherannual trip to Galveston, TX to learn even more about the history of Galveston and the War of Northern Aggression President Lehr visited multiple Civil War sights in the area. She started with the Battle of

Galveston and is always eager to learn more about Confederate Texas during the “War Between the States”.

Texas “War Between Galveston in American 1863, Confederate led by the Galveston,

TheBattleofGalveston intheAmericanCivilWar, foughtonJanuary1,1863, was a Confederate victory led by General John Bankhead Magruder, resultingintherecaptureof the strategic port of Galveston, the only Confederate port not held

bytheUnionfortherestof thewar TheConfederates, u s i n g m

i f t cottonclads and artillery placed in buildings, overwhelmed the unpreparedUnionnavalandland forces leading to the capture of the Union flagship Harriet Lane and

by therestof the The u n k e s f t cottonclads placed in buildings, overwhelmed unprepared navalandland forces leading the capture the Union flagship Lane and t

Westfield, which sank to preventitscapture.

Westfield, to prevent

We Congratulate the

Great Historic City of Galveston for Honoring and Protecting their History which always intrigues its visitors to this beautifulcity!

Submitted by RJOA Chairman of P

c Relations:

gs, ehcollings@gmail.com

And the complete assistance of President JennyLehr

i g Congratulate the of Galveston Protecting which a

byElaineCollings

The lovely Belles of the Rebel Joan Of Arc Chapter 2721, The Woodlands Texas, of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, beg your pardon for the picture being displayed in reverse,andourbeautiful First National Flag being

shown in reverse! A TechnicalError! Stillthe Ladies of the Rebel Joan Of Arc Chapter attended Texas Division Convention in Grand Style in their beautiful “Period Dresses”, honoring their Ancestors Tea Dresses, Day Dresses, Dinner/Evening Dresses, Town Dresses, and the always acceptable black attirewereonfulldisplay thatevening. Manyofthe Dressesweredesignedby their owners, and their Chapeau's and Reticules were made to match! HeirloomantiqueJewelry from their families for andornment, and probably the totally period correct under garments fora

This Chapter again, hadthelargestnumberof attendees in their Period Dresses from the State of Texas! True Texas Belles~!

MontgomeryCountyPct.4 Constable’sOfficeMakes JPCAHistorywithThree StatewideAwards

This historic threereflects Pct. record of innovation. In 2022, Constable Hayden NCMA of the , reinforcing the and impact. Texas — County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office

deputies to pursue instructor certifications and l

ble of the Year”, Office Manager Tonia Theriot Clerk of the Year and Deputy Randy Crowder “DeputyoftheYear”.JPCA isthelargestorganizationof elected officials in Texas, representing more than 2,300 justices of the peace and constables across all 254counties.

Constable Kenneth “Rowdy” Hayden JPCA Constable of the Year A long-time JPCA supporter,

Constable Hayden prioritizes professional development, encourages

ng preparing them for future promotions, and keeps Pct. 4engagedinJPCAtraining and initiatives. His office’s proactive operations, specialized teams and partnershipshaveimproved public safety and strengthened community trust across East Montgomery County Office Manager Tonia Theriot JPCA Clerk of the Year Theriot oversees purchasing, billing, personnel paperwork and i

y managementthatkeepdaily o

smoothly She supervises the adm

eam and supports programs like the Citizens Constable Academy often after hours so residents had better understand law enforcement.Herprecision, organization, and accountability directly support Pct. 4’smissionandpublictrust. Deputy Randy Crowder —JPCADeputyoftheYear AretiredHoustonPolice officer now serving in Pct. 4’s civil division, Crowder

handles writs, evictions, and related process with professionalism and timeliness that keeps court ordersontrackforresidents and businesses Beyond enforcement, he stocks his unit with blankets, food, and hygiene kits, connects families to resources (including H-Town Dream Center), and supports the “A Helping Hand” charity quiet acts of service that meet people in crisis withrealhelp.

“Thesehonors to our entire said Constable Hayden. “Tonia keeps tight so they need serve Deputy Crowder shows heart in action, day in and day out, and recognition motivates tokeepraising thebarforthepeopleofEast MontgomeryCounty.”

JPCA provides educat on, adv cacy, d professional resources for justices of and constables statewide, amplifying best practices and recognizing distinguished service its annualawards

LefttoRight:Karen DeBerry,AnitaStevens, MaryLeeMalek,Lyn Howard,JennyLehr, EvelynMiller,Darla

byRubenBorjas,Jr

This week’s Veteran is JuliaLeClair,whoserved in the U.S. Marine Corp, from 1998-2015. Julia

U.S.

was a Corrections Specialist, which is an important job to handle Marines who have gone afoul of The Uniform Code of Military Justice, orUCMJ,thebodyoflaw that governs the United States Armed Forces LeClair was a guard and corrections councilor, workinginbrigs,whichis the jail name used

primarilybytheNavyand Marine Corps for shorttermconfinements,orifa Sailor or Marine was awaiting trial. If they wereconvicted,itisoffto the hoosegow for them, which is a U.S. Navy Consolidated Brig, or prison Julia was stationed in Okinawa, Japan; Miramar, California; Camp LeJuene, North Carolina; and Afghanistan, where she was involved with detaineeoperationsbeing attached to National Guardunits,soshewasall

overthecountry LeClair even taught at the the Corrections School at Lackland Air Force Base inSanAntonio. Shenow works as a Therapist at a Veterans Center separate fromtheVA. LeClairgot herfirstBeardedDragon, Pog, last year, who literallyhangsaroundher He’s not an emotional support reptile, she just likesthecompany Good LuckJulia,andCongratulations on being MCNs ‘VeteranoftheWeek’.

ctions Uniform of or of orif hoosegow a nia; Carolina; Afghanistan, where s n t to soshe over LeClair even taught Corrections Lackland Air Base inSan She works Therapist Veterans fromthe her Bearded Pog, literallyhangs He’s support likes LuckJulia, lations ‘Veteran

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