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Friends group cuts animal shelter funding Volunteers unhappy with Missouri City’s handling of shelter

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Last year the Friends of the Missouri City Animal Shelter donated $42,000 toward healthcare for the animals at the shelter.

But the friends’ board of directors recently put an immediate halt to that generosity.

“This is to inform you that starting immediately, the Friends of the Missouri City Animal Shelter will no longer be paying for any spay/neuter

surgeries, vet bills or rabies vaccinations for any dogs or cats from the animal shelter,” according to an email notice sent Feb. 1 to city officials including the City Council.

“The friends board of directors feel that it is foolish to continue financially supporting the organization that has been publically besmirching the reputation of the very citizens who have been working to help the animals these past four years. The city’s current policy of dismantling the highly successful public/private partnership and attacking the volunteers will lead

to the unnecessary killing of shelter animals,” wrote Valerie Tolman, treasurer of the Friends of the Missouri City Animal Shelter and the woman named the 2017 Missouri City Volunteer of the Year for her work with the shelter before she challenged the city on the funding and care of animals.

“We will re-evaluate our support once the City Council has voted and gone on record about what kind of animal shelter they envision for Missouri City. We feel that the city should take a stand and adopt policies that reflect the values of its citizens. At the

very least we expect the city to offer the same level of service that the animals received under the care of the shelter volunteers. This includes: - Doing everything in its power to reunite lost pets with their owners; - An emphasis on placement over killing; - Medical treatment for sick and injured animals; - Vaccinating as soon as the animal is off stray hold; - Appropriate health testing such as heartworm testing, as soon as off stray hold;

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The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is hosting Sugar Land Mayor Joe Zimmerman as he gives the 10th annual State of the City Address on Monday, Feb. 12, at the Sugar Land Marriott Hotel and Con ference Mayor Joe Center, locat- Zimmerman ed at 16090 City Walk.

Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m., followed by Zimmerman’s presentation of Sugar Land accomplishments in 2017 and goals for 2018.

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By Theresa D. McClellan FOR THE FORT BEND STAR

Sitting beneath the massive oak tree, Leonard Freeman let his hands run across the gnarly bark and his imagination soar.

He knew the history of the 200-year-old tree known as “The Freedom Tree,” where two years after slavery ended, Gen. Gordon Granger made his way to Galveston and eventually to Missouri City to a tree along Misty Hollow Drive between Glenn Lakes and Lake Olympia Boulevards.

Beneath this shade tree, the general announced the end of slavery, which sparked the Juneteenth celebrations, the largest in the nation, which are still held here. As Missouri City grew and flourished, so did its land that attracted peoples from around the world to live here.

With those thoughts in mind, Freeman used his painter’s hands and artist’s eyes to create an impressive 10-foot tall, seven-foot wide mural for Missouri City featuring the tree and multiple faces, representing Missouri City. As part of the Black History Month Celebration for Missouri City, the painting will be unveiled 5 p.m.

Friday at the Visitors Center during the Artists and Authors portion of the ceremony.

“I had to get the right faces. Friendly. Confident. Babies, pets, young, old, black, white, Asian, African, Mexican, Syrian. I wanted faces that said we are your neighbors. You are welcome here. Everybody. Come,” said Freeman.

“The thing I came to understand when the Emancipation Proclamation was read here, slaves were technically free,” he said. “I like to make the point that in the sharing of the Emancipation Proclamation, it set the slaves

Leonard Freeman created a mural for Missouri City that will be unveiled Friday at the city’s new visitors center. (Photo

by Theresa D. McClellan)

free and also set the owners free.”

Freeman knows all about the power of being set free from an ugly past.

Drawing and sketching came naturally to him as a young one when an aunt gave him pencils and a sketchpad to keep him busy. He read and collected art books, taught himself, eventually attended night classes at the Art Institute of Houston and made a living freelancing as an airbrush illustrator.

He never took his artwork seriously and he sought solace from his inner demons with alcohol and drug abuse.

But one day his sister talked him into coming to church. He listened to the preacher and felt the minister was telling his story.

“I never killed anyone, or stole or

robbed. But I wasn’t right. I was a wretch and in some pretty precarious situations more than once. I didn’t feel I had a purpose. But God made himself known to me,” said Freeman.

The words of the sermon penetrated his barrier. He felt like a spotlight was on him as the pastor encouraged from the pulpit.

“He kept saying, ‘I know someone here is hurting. Someone here is afraid and ashamed. You don’t have to be afraid.’ I walked up there and he baptized me in the pool right there. Something broke inside of me and I crumpled and cried and sobbed.

When I finished I felt like a new man and my life changed,” recalls Freeman.

I used to curse all the time, I was

an alcoholic, drug abuser, womanizer I was destroying my marriage.

It’s one of the testimonies God’s given me to give men. And even though you are saved, you are still subject to being hurt, you have to learn to be smart and listen for God,” he says.

That was 31 years ago. Now at 67 he creates and continues to create.

He’s had loss, such as when Hurricane Ike destroyed much of his works. But he rebuilt and continued to paint. His works commanded the attention of Tyler Perry, who bought a $17,000 piece. He wants to pursue portraits. He enjoys landscapes and the soul of trees.

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Election profiles Two Democrats, Wilvin J. Carter and incumbent Ron Reynolds, are competing in the

March 6 primary for the Texas House District 27 seat. Without a Republican challenger, the

winner is the presumed winner in the November general election. In the House District

28 race, Democrats Meghan Scoggins and Durward White are vying for the chance to face

Republican incumbent John Zerwas. The race for District Attorney features Republicans

Shawn McDonald and Clifford Vacek. The winner will face Democrat Brian Middleton.

Position seeking: House District 27 Name: Wilvin J. Carter Political Party: Democrat Age: 41 City of residence: Missouri City Education: Juris Doctorate Qualifications for this position: I am an experienced trial attorney who has successfully defended clients with

Position seeking: House District 27 Name: Ron Reynolds Political Party: Democrat Age: 44 City of residence: Missouri City Education: BS with honors from Texas Southern University, JD with honors from Texas Tech School of Law, Qualifications for this po-

Position seeking: House District 28 Name: Meghan Scoggins Political Party: Democrat Age: 38 City of residence: Richmond Education: Bachelor of Business Management, UHD Qualifications for this position: Over a decade of non-profit work focusing on issues relevant to Texas fami-

Position seeking: House District 28 Name: Durward White Political Party: Democrat Age: 48 City of residence: Katy Education: MBA - Information Systems, BS - Computer Information Systems Qualifications for this position: Engaged and informed citizen

Position seeking: District Attorney Name: Shawn McDonald Political Party: Republican Age: 44 City of residence: Sugar Land Education: B.S. in Criminal Justice University of North Carolina at Charlotte 12/1997, J.D. St. Mary’s School of Law 12/2000

Position seeking: District Attorney Name: Clifford J. Vacek Political Party: Republican Age: 70 City of residence: Simonton Education: B.S. Degree and Law Degree from the University of Houston Qualifications for this position: Board certified trial lawyer; managing partner at

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Girls go above and beyond in robotics

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around the Inspire Model (water pump). Initially, we used a WeDo 2.0 program to automate the water pump to drop Lego water drops into a water tanker.

The girls decided to improve their team model by using the WeDo 2.0 program for the water tanker instead. They programmed the water tanker to move back and forth between the water pump and the residential area using a motion sensor as many times as needed. Every girl tested the team model, which concluded both create and test phases.

The Share phase was the last phase of the 11-week journey. The expected outcome of the phase was to create a Show Me poster about their experience with Aqua Adventure challenge.

Topics for the poster were assigned through a random draw. Additionally, each girl did a short write-up on their favorite part of working on the Aqua Adventure challenge and one thing they learned from this experience. In the last session, the girls put all their individual inputs together to complete the Show Me poster.

The girls were invited to participate in a FLL Jr. expo at Houston’s Children Museum along with eight other teams. This expo was hosted by Kids Robotic Foundation and sponsored

by Kids Robotics Academy.

They presented their team model and poster during the expo and earned an “Above and Beyond” award for learning more than expected by the judges.

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Technology and collaboration are the two key skills girls would need in the future to succeed regardless of the career they pick.

There is no lack of statistics that proves that we need more girls in technology or broadly speaking, in STEM. Collaboration will help them build networks and there is always strength in numbers. So when an opportunity came along to be a robotics coach for five super smart third grader Girl Scouts, I couldn’t resist. I knew this would give them a perfect opportunity to learn both technology and collaboration.

Serena, Sheridyn, Sahar, Tegan, and Nia were the Girl Scouts I had the honor of coaching robotics to for 11 weeks. We followed First Lego League Junior (FLL Jr.) curriculum, which gave us a clear direction and structure. One thing about FLL Jr. that stood out for me was its core values, especially gracious professionalism, which is to be helpful, kind, and show respect when we work, play, and share.

FLL Jr.’s challenge for 2017 was called Aqua Adventure and it consisted of four phases modeled after a typical engineering design process: Explore, create, test, and share. The girls had to agree on a team name by the end of the second session. This was the first time all five girls had to collaborate and build consensus, and it took some effort. There were some sad

Girl Scouts Serena, Sheridyn, Sahar, Tegan, and Nia earned an “Above and Beyond” award at the First Lego League Junior expo at Houston’s Children Museum. (Submitted photo)

faces, tears, some frustrations and those who tried to find a middle ground. The girls picked Dolphin Dalmatians and we moved on to the explore phase.

In the explore phase, the girls learned about different sources and uses of water.

For example, we learned about PlayPump invented by a water engineer in 1989 in South Africa, which are still in use today. It uses a merry-go-round to pump water from under the ground. It creatively fulfilled two community needs simultaneously. The PlayPump not only gave a playground to

the children, but also water to the whole community without having to walk long distances to lakes or rivers.

This is a perfect example of a simple idea with a huge positive impact. The girls selected firefighting as their water use because it saves lives and that concluded the explore phase.

Create and test phases were kicked off simultaneously by building and testing the Aqua Adventure Inspire Model, which was a Lego water pump. The expected outcome of these phases was to design, create and test our own team model

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Jay Neal was appointed associate vice president and COO of the University of Houston at Sugar Land and Katy. (Submitted photo)

New leadership for University of Houston at Sugar Land, Katy Staff Reports FOR THE FORT BEND STAR

Paula Myrick Short, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost at the University of Houston and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Provost at the University of Houston System, announced Jay Neal as Associate Vice President and Chief Operating Officer University of Houston at Sugar Land and University of Houston at Katy.

“I am delighted to offer this position to Dr. Neal,” said Dr. Short. “I am confident he will continue to work with the University and community to advance the shared vision of UH Sugar Land and UH Katy as integral parts of the University of Houston.”

The move was effective Jan. 1.

“It is my great privilege to lead the faculty, students, and staff at UH Sugar Land,”

Neal said. “I look forward to continuing the great work of connecting with our Fort Bend County community, business, and government leaders that began with Bob McPherson’s great vision and collaborative spirit.”

McPherson was appointed Interim Associate Provost of Academic Affairs and Operations in 2015, while continuing to serve as dean of the UH College of Education. He will return to that post.

Neal will be charged with academic and administrative leadership of both UH Sugar Land and UH Katy.

That includes outreach to community agencies, government entities, school districts and community colleges.

Neal has served as the Assistant Provost of Academic Affairs and Operations at UH Sugar Land since May 2016. He also served as an associate professor at the UH Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and

Restaurant Management where he taught for more than 15 years.

UH Sugar Land became an institute of the University of Houston in fall 2016.

It is home to the UH College of Nursing, as well as programs from the Colleges of Technology, Education, Social Work, and Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.

In the past year, enrollment has increased from 1,645 students to 2,365 students as the academic offerings grew to 10 undergraduate and 11 graduate programs.

This includes programs unique to UH Sugar Land.

Additionally, groundbreaking is expected soon for a new 100,000-square-foot facility.

The University of Houston System purchased 46 acres of land in Katy in 2016 and will break ground on the facility in spring 2018.

It will house programs in nursing and engineering, as well as programs from UHVictoria.

affirmed “AAA” bond rating, a reflection of the city’s strong financial resiliency;  Grand opening of the Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land and adjacent plaza;  Brazos River Park and Festival Site grand openings;  Acquisition of the Central Unit prison site; and

 Continued work to update the city’s future land use plan, a document that guides development within the city.

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Missouri City to open visitors center, hold Black History Month celebration Staff Reports FOR THE FORT BEND STAR

Missouri City will mark two community unity milestones on Friday, Feb. 9 and Saturday, Feb. 10 with the grand opening of the stateof-the-art visitors center and the commemoration of the Fourth Annual Black History Month Celebration of Culture and Music.

The festivities will launch with City Council and staff showcasing the visitors center on Feb. 9 at a 5 p.m. grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony.

“The new facility is located inside our redesigned Community Center and features a holographic virtual assistant and interactive kiosk. The project

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City Manager Anthony J. Snipes said he “can’t wait to show residents and stakeholders all of the fun they can have exploring one of America’s best places to live, work and play.”

The festivities will launch with City Council and staff showcasing the visitors center on Feb. 9 at a 5 p.m. with the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony.

“The new facility is located inside our redesigned Community Center and features a holographic virtual assistant and interactive kiosk. The project is an opportunity for the city to share our tourism program with the public and highlight the great sites we have for regional visitors to enjoy, including the award-winning Edible Arbor Trail, the top-ranked Quail Valley Golf Course, and City Centre at Quail Valley, the historical Freedom Tree Park, a variety of other premier parks and finedining restaurants, a first-class

is an opportunity for the city to share our tourism program with the public and highlight the great sites we have for regional visitors to enjoy, including the award-winning Edible Arbor Trail, the top-ranked Quail Valley Golf Course and City Centre at Quail Valley, the historical Freedom Tree Park, a variety of other premier parks and fine-dining restaurants, a first-class movie theater, and a three-star hotel that offers family-friendly staycations,” said City Manager Anthony J. Snipes.

The visitors center was funded by $100,000 in hotel occupancy tax revenue, which also accounts for a tourism manager to be hired. Recruitment for the position is under way.

Following the visitors center ceremony, city officials will kick-off the Fourth Annual Black History Month Celebration of Culture and Music with an Artists and Authors Exhibition at 6 p.m. in the Community Center, 1522 Texas Pkwy.

Then, on Saturday, Feb. 10 in the same facility, the formal event program will feature an inaugural panel on Education and the Economy with Dr. Madeline Burillo-Hopkins, President of the Missouri City Houston Community College Campus, Dr. Charles Dupre, Fort Bend Independent School District Superintendent and Dr. Robert Bostic, Stafford Municipal School District Superintendent Dr. and Gleniece Robinson,

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The visitors center was funded by $100,000 in hotel occupancy tax revenue, which also accounts for a tourism manager to be hired. Recruitment for the position is underway.

Following the visitors center ceremony, city officials will kick-off the Fourth Annual Black History Month Celebration of Culture and Music with an Artists and Authors Exhibition at 6 p.m. in the Community Center, 1522 Texas Pkwy.

Then, on Feb. 10 in the same facility, the formal event program will feature an inaugural panel on Education and the Economy with Dr. Madeline Burillo, president of the Missouri City Houston Community College Campus, Dr. Charles Dupre, Fort Bend Independent School District superintendent, and

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by Theresa Grayson, Step Rideau and the Zydeco Outlaws, and the Fort Bend Academy of Arts and Dance, the event will be held at the Community Center in the City Hall Complex, 1522 Texas Pkwy., and include a live DJ, art displays, food trucks, a gaming truck, bounce houses and more.

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Chamber Chairman’s Gala was a totally awesome trip back to the ’80s We, like, totally had a good time, fer sure, fer sure!

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce held its annual Chairman’s Gala on Jan. 26 and it featured a Totally 80’s theme. Oh man, that was fun! It brought back some really wonderful memories.

It reminded me of my days in junior high in the late 1970s and high school in the early 1980s whenever we had the inevitable ’50s day or ’50s dance. Our teachers used to say they didn’t remember the ’50s looking anything like our interpretations. I think that’s because for those of us born in the ’60s, our only link to the ’50s was “Happy Days” and “Grease.”

I recall talking to friends at a ’50s dance in high school and commenting about how someday our kids would be having ’80s dances in school. Well, here we are 30-some years later and they are. I have to agree with my teachers. I don’t remember the ’80s looking anything like their interpretations. I was more impressed, however, with the ’80s party hosted by the Fort Bend Chamber. I think that’s because most of us in attendance lived through the ’80s and knew how to dress.

In the days leading up to the gala, Sandy and I were trying to figure out what to wear. I brought out my old high school yearbooks to get a reminder of how we really looked back then. Blue jeans and T-shirts.

I guess some things never change. That’s how I’ve always dressed.

As I thumbed through the yearbooks I kept saying, “I still have that shirt.” I do. I’m either a sappy sentimentalist or the world’s most stubborn packrat.

I dug out a bunch of those old T-shirts and football jerseys.

They were still in good shape, but I’m not. Those old clothes aren’t anywhere near my size now. So much for going with an authentic look.

Figuring that a lot of people would be coming dressed as punk rockers or wearing animal print spandex, leg warmers, or parachute pants, I thought I’d go for an oft-neglected look from the ’80s – preppy. I knew that would be an easy one to pull off. All I’d need to do is turn up the collar on my polo shirt and drape a hoodie over my shoulders with the sleeves knotted together up front.

Since I didn’t have pastel colors and the proper jewelry and

my hair wasn’t long and feathered back, I think I came across more like a bum than a preppy, but hey, the spirit was there.

From what I could see I think I’m the only one who attempted the preppy look. Given that I used to make fun of preppies in high school and my abysmal failure to duplicate the look at the gala, I’ll be content to let that fashion trend rest in peace, never to be resurrected again.

The event itself was a blast.

Everything from arriving at the Texas Safari Ranch and finding the DeLorean on display up front, to dancing to music by the popular ’80s cover band The Spazmatics, the gala was a totally gnarly trip down memory lane. I think the biggest surprise of the evening was seeing U.S. Rep. Pete Olson and his entourage dressed in black and wearing the iconic, red energy dome hats made famous (or infamous) by the band Devo. They stood out in a big way and seemed to be having the most fun.

Kudos to everyone at the chamber who made this event such a huge success. The committee that put it together and handled the decorations and other details deserve a big round of applause. I’d also like to congratulate those who were honored at the event.

The Community Spirit Award went to Tom Webb of HCSS. The Chairman’s Award was presented to the Fort Bend Chamber’s favorite “citizen,” Mary Favre.

Also recognized by immediate past chair Sterling Carter of Sterling Physical Therapy and Wellness were immediate past chairman Mike Dobert of HR in Alignment; retiring board members Monroe Ashworth of Stewart Title, Nona AustinKing of Himalaya, Rick Conley of Fluor, Christina Hawkins of GlobalSpex, Mark Kolon of Audi of Sugar Land, Barkley Peschel of Colliers, Jonathan Pursch of Frost Bank, and Chip Sutton of Linebarger Law Firm; and retiring division chairs Vern Hegwood of Costello, and Randall Malik, formerly of the Rosenberg Economic Development Corporation.

Carter also recognized incoming Chairman Malisha Patel of Memorial Hermann Hospital Southwest and executive officers Chair Elect Rehan Alimohammad of Wong Fleming, Treasurer Benjamin Swan of Svane Capital, Legal Coun-

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Once the acknowledgements and formalities were done, guests moved from the dining room to the dessert room and dance floor. I’ve seen The Spazmatics in concert a few times and I really like their music. They dress like they walked out of the 1984 movie “Revenge of the Nerds,” which is part of their shtick. They put on a very physical, high-energy show that is always very entertaining.

As Sandy and I were pondering our ’80s garb, she wanted to watch “Sixteen Candles.” I was thinking more along the lines of “Fast Times at Ridgmont High.” We ended up watching “Dirty Dancing,” which was made in the ’80s but set in the ’60s.

I think the best part of the gala for me (besides spending an evening out with my beautiful wife) was the trip down memory lane. The ’80s for me began with high school, getting my driver’s license and first car (’69 Dodge Polara), earning my Eagle Scout rank, playing four sports in high school (football, swimming, track, and intramural bowling), graduating and going to college. Along the way were milestones such as Prom, first kiss, first date, first job, first time to vote, and so on. In the middle came college, followed by graduation, first marriage, and first cross-country moves.

Those were adventurous and exciting times. What’s interesting to think about is how my children’s children will one day have early 2000s parties and try to dress like kids do today. I’ll be getting a good laugh out of it as I push my walker around the nursing home dressed in blue jeans and a Tshirt and wishing it were the ’80s again. All I’ll need to do is figure out where they parked that DeLorean.

Award recipient Mary Favre, center, with Malisha Patel and Sterling Carter. (Submitted photo)

The Spazmatics provide ’80s dance music at the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Gala. (Photo by Joe Southern)

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Letters to the Editor More muckraking needed in the Star Dear Editor, Thanks for publishing the candidate profiles. I agree folks should put their money where their mouths are when it comes to asking for ink from you to promote themselves, but at the same time, people rely on small papers like yours to give us vital info on local elections.

When Bev Carter was in charge of the Star, she put a lot

of work into reporting on local politics and holding officials’ feet to the fire. I felt more informed then, even though she was prone to vendettas and was on the opposite end of the political spectrum from most people in Fort Bend. She made a lot of enemies, but then again, everybody would pick up the paper to see what outrageous shenanigans she unearthed.

“Bev’s Burner” was always an entertaining read. And while I enjoy your column and often agree with your opinions, I think we could do with a little more muckraking. Where else can the people of this county turn to find out the real scoop on local politics if not The Fort Bend Star?

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Please keep running candidate bios Dear Editor, I am a really fond of the Fort Bend Star. I have been reading it for more than 25 years, since I came to live in Sugar Land.

When I moved out of your delivering area, I started a subscription, and I really think it is worth every penny of it! It is important to me to be up to

Thank you for the look back in time Dear Editor, I enjoyed reading your new series that started Jan. 31. Thanks for your input and some facts like Houston 28 miles to the east and the mode of transportation then, undoubtedly transports you to an absolutely different times and era.

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Missouri City removed the hours of operation sign from the door and shelter visits were by appointment only, leading to complaints that no one could drop off found animals and owners could not just drop in to search for a missing pet.

“The city is in the process of creating new policies and procedures for both the Municipal Volunteer Program and Animal Services,” the city responded in a prepared statement.

As part of staff’s fiscal year 2018 business plan, a review of the current volunteer program’s policies and procedures was launched. Staff identified several updates to the program, including an annual recertification process, new training processes and rules and regulations related to volunteer supervision.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS PURCHASE OF FLEET REPLACEMENT VEHICLES The City of Sugar Land seeks bids for furnishing all labor, material, and equipment, and performing all work required for the following project in the City: BID NUMBER: ITB 2018-09 Purchase of Fleet Replacement Vehicles LOCATION OF WORK: Various Locations Throughout the City of Sugar Land Plans, specifications, and bidding documents may be obtained by registering with Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com or by contacting jposcovsky@sugarlandtx.gov Sealed bids one (1) original and two (2) copies, shall be delivered to the City of Sugar Land, Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Suite 122, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479, on or before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2018, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

Questions regarding this bid must be submitted online to Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com by Thursday, February 8, 2018 on or before 3:00 P.M. The City will award and give notice within sixty (60) calendar days after the opening date and time.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS LARGE WATER METER TESTING The City of Sugar Land seeks bids for furnishing all labor, material, and equipment, and performing all work required for the following project in the City: BID NUMBER: ITB 2018-08 Large Water Meter Testing LOCATION OF WORK: Various Locations Throughout the City of Sugar Land Plans, specifications, and bidding documents may be obtained by registering with Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com or by contacting jposcovsky@sugarlandtx.gov Sealed bids one (1) original and two (2) copies, shall be delivered to the City of Sugar Land, Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Suite 122, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479, on or before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2018, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

Questions regarding this bid must be submitted online to Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com by Thursday, February 8, 2018 on or before 3:00 P.M. The City will award and give notice within sixty (60) calendar days after the opening date and time.

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NO. 18-CPR-031270 THE ESTATE OF SARAH ANNE SUDDREATH, DECEASED, IN THE COUNTY COURT AT LAW NUMBER 1 OF FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF SARAH ANNE SUDDREATH, DECEASED Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of SARAH ANNE SUDDREATH, Deceased, were issued on February 5, 2018 in Docket No. 18-CPR-031270 pending in the County Court at Law No. One (1) of Fort Bend County, Texas to Sarah Frances Stephens, Independent Executrix.

The residence of the Independent Executrix is in Montgomery County, Texas.

The address is: Sarah Frances Stephens, Independent Executrix c/o Lawrence T. Gillaspia, 4400 Post Oak Parkway, Suite 2360, Houston, Texas, 77027.

Program) will receive further details on policy and procedure updates at the start of the calendar year 2018 at the city’s second MVP Input Forum,” the city stated in a prepared statement.

At the Dec. 4 special City Council meeting, elected officials and staff provided an overview of the fiscal year 2018 operations, including animal services, and acknowledged the importance of the Municipal Volunteer Program and other citizen collaborations to all departments.

After years of trying to get more financial support from the city for the shelter, Tolman requested the city spend $17,000 for a part-time person to work in the office and assist the animal shelter officers. That request was rejected, along with multiple other requests.

The city explained that more than 45 percent of the city budget is spent on public safety.

For the fiscal year 2018, 47 positions were requested from departments while only nine were approved.

“Of the 38 not approved were: 23 police, two fire, two human resources, one parks, two IT, one development services, four city secretary and city attorney, one public works, one financial services, and one communications.”

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The City of Sugar Land seeks bids for furnishing all labor, material, and equipment, and performing all work required for the following project in the City: BID NUMBER: ITB 2018-07 HVAC Preventive Maintenance & On-Call Repair LOCATION OF WORK: Various Locations Throughout the City of Sugar Land Plans, specifications, and bidding documents may be obtained by registering with Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com or by contacting jposcovsky@sugarlandtx.gov Sealed bids one (1) original and two (2) copies, shall be delivered to the City of Sugar Land, Office of the City Secretary, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Suite 122, Sugar Land, Texas, 77479, on or before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2018, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read. Bids received after the opening date and time will not be considered.

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting for all interested parties will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, February 8, 2018, Cane Rom, City Hall, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North, Sugar Land, Texas 77479.

Questions regarding this bid must be submitted online to Public Purchase www.publicpurchase.com by Thursday, February 8, 2018 on or before 3:00 P.M. The City will award and give notice within sixty (60) calendar days after the opening date and time.

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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: Christine Manno, 1738 Northshore Dr., Missouri City, Texas 77459 DATED the 7th day of February, 2018.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REZONING FROM R-1 I INTERIM STANDARD SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO PERMANENT NEIGHBORHOOD. BUSINESS (B-1), GENERAL BUSINESS (B-2), OR BUSINESS OFFICE (B-O) (NEW TERRITORY NON-RESIDENTIAL AREAS) Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting 6:30 p.m., February 22, 2018, City of Sugar Land City Council Chamber, 2700 Town Center Boulevard North to hear all persons interested in the proposed rezoning from Interim Standard Single Family Residential (R-1 I) to Neighborhood Business (B-1), General Business (B-2), or Business Office (B-O) for commercially developed areas of the New Territory community, located 1) south of Highway 90A and west of Easton Avenue; 2) south of Highway 90A and east of Grand Parkway 99; 3) north and south of New Territory Blvd and east of Grand Parkway 99; 4) along Homeward Way and south of Gateway Boulevard (approximately 78 acres in total). This rezoning is proposed to assign a permanent commercial zoning district to the New Territory non- residential areas that were annexed into the City on December 12, 2017.

Details of the proposed rezoning may be obtained by contacting City of Sugar Land Development Planning Office by email planning@sugarlandtx.gov or phone (281) 275-2218. The agenda item for this meeting will be placed on the City website at www.sugarlandtx.gov under “Meeting Agendas, Minutes, and Videos” Planning and Zoning Commission no later than Friday, February 16, 2018.

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The City of Stafford is seeking to hire a quality contactor to furnish labor, material and equipment for upgrading the lighting system to the facility interior and exterior parking area for the Stafford Centre located at the intersection of Murphy Road and Cash Road, Stafford, Texas 77477.

Sealed proposals in duplicate, marked “Stafford Centre Lighting Upgrade” addressed to the City of Stafford will be received by the City Secretary, Ms. Tomika R. Lewis, at the Stafford City Hall, 2610 South Main, Stafford, Texas 77477 until 4:00 p.m., local time, Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Proposals received after closing time will be returned unopened. The proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. Notice of the award of the contract shall be given by the City within sixty (60) days following the opening of proposals.

A pre-proposal meeting for all interested parties will be held on February 14, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, Texas 77477. It is highly recommended that all parties interested in submitting a proposal attend this meeting.

Plans, specifications and proposal documents may be picked up from the Stafford Centre Business Office, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, Texas 77477. Any questions concerning this bid may be directed to bryan@staffordcentre.com.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and waive any or all informalities. No proposal may be withdrawn until the expiration of sixty (60) days from the date proposals are opened.

EXHIBIT A STAFFORD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND CITY OF STAFFORD CITY COUNCIL NOTICE OF PROJECT AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS The Stafford Economic Development Corporation hereby gives notice, pursuant to Section 505.160 of the Texas Local Government Code, that the Corporation has adopted, as a Project of the Corporation, “Stafford Retail Sales Center I” project. The estimated cost for the proposed Project is up to eighty percent (80%) of the SEDC’s share of one-half percent (0.50%) Sales and Use Tax generated by and attributed solely to individual Retail Sales Center’s sales within the City of Stafford annually plus costs.

The Stafford Economic Development Corporation hereby gives notice that it will conduct a public hearing to solicit citizen input on the proposed Project. Said public hearing before the Stafford Economic Development Corporation is hereby called regarding the proposed Project. Said public hearing will be held at 6:30 o’clock p.m., on February 13, 2018, in the Council Chambers, Stafford City Hall, 2610 South Main, Stafford, Texas.

The City Council of the City of Stafford, Texas will conduct public hearings to solicit citizen input on the proposed Project. Said public hearings shall be held at 7:00 o’clock p.m., on February 21, 2018, in the Council Chambers, Stafford City Hall, 2610 South Main, Stafford, Texas and at 6:30 o’clock p.m., on February 28, 2018, in the Council Chambers, Stafford City Hall, 2610 South Main, Stafford, Texas. Interested citizens are invited to attend and will be given an opportunity to be heard.

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The State of Texas/Federal Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Missouri City closed Saturday, Feb. 3, however, help is just a mouse click, phone call or a tap on the FEMA app away.

The Missouri City DRC that closed is located at the Fort Bend County Sienna Annex, 5855 Sienna Springs Way. Individuals and businesses in counties included in the Texas federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Harvey and the subsequent floods can still get help by: – Logging into their account at DisasterAssistance.gov.

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Supporting schools The Fort Bend Education Foundation partnered with Sugar Creek Country Club to give back to FBISD schools in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. Sugar Creek Country Club donated $8,135 toward the effort to purchase a new library for Juan Seguin Elementary. Pictured from the left are Gordon Wagner, SCCC General Manager; Jill Stickels, SCCC Membership Director; Brenna Cosby, Fort Bend Education Foundation, Executive Director; and Harvey Zinn, SCCC Board President. (Submitted photo)

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By Bill McCaughey FOR THE FORT BEND STAR

Four Fort Bend ISD schools will be playing in different districts next season after the Texas University Interscholastic League announced the 2018-2020 district alignments for football, basketball and volleyball last week.

Elkins increased its enrollment from 2,114 two years ago, to 2,322.5 and qualified to play in Conference 6A. The Knights will play in District 20-6A with

the seven other Fort Bend ISD 6A schools.

“I’m happy with our district. It will give our kids a chance to compete with the kids that they grew up with,” Elkins head football coach Dennis Brantley said.

Hightower’s enrollment decreased from 2,231 two years ago to 2,053 which placed them in Conference 5A – Division 1. The Hurricanes will play in District 10 for football and District 24 for basketball and volleyball.

The new District 10 may be one of the area’s toughest districts as seven of the

eight teams made the playoffs last season.

“It will be a tough district. Six teams made it to the second round of the playoffs; three to the third; two to the fourth. It will be hard,” Hightower head football coach Padriac McGinnis said.

Conference 5A has been divided into 2 divisions.

Marshall and Willowridge will compete in Conference 5A – Division 2. Their football teams will be in District 11 and their basketball and volleyball teams will compete in District 24.

“It’s always good to play

different schools and be in a new district. We will see different challenges and different schemes. We look forward to the challenge,” Marshall head football coach James Williams said.

“Honestly, we are thankful to have the process over and done with, so we can start working toward setting our schedule. Nothing changes when you are trying to build a program.

Our focus is on striving for excellence regardless of circumstance and will continue to be as long as I am blessed with this opportunity,” Willowridge head

football coach Richard Lazarou said. “We have had a great off-season so far and we plan on continuing on the path the rest of the way.”

Stafford will compete in District 12 – 4A Division 1 for football, and District 25 – 4A for basketball and volleyball.

“We just feel really fortunate on the travel aspect, and there’s really great competition in the new district. We think our kids are going to be excited, because our neighborhoods border some of the HISD Schools, so the kids know some of the kids that they will compete

against. We are grinding trying to get ready,” Stafford head football coach Ken Savanah said.

The conferences are based on enrollment with the 6A conference for the 255 schools with enrollment of 2,190 and above. The 5A conference has been split into 2 divisions with Division 1 for the 127 schools with enrollment between 1,840 and 2,189, and Division 2 is for the 125 schools with enrollment between 1,150 and 1,839. Conference 4A is for the 189 schools with enrollments between 505 and 1,149.

District 10 – 5A Division 1 (football) Alvin Shadow Creek (2,188) Angleton (2,009) Hightower (2,053) Friendswood (2,111) Galveston Ball (2,077) Richmond Foster (2,061) Rosenberg Terry (2,096) Texas City (1,904)

District 11 – 5A Division 2 (football) Marshall (1,264) Willowridge (1,325) Houston Madison (1,721) Houston Milby (1,718) Houston Northside (1,574) Houston Sharpstown (1,782) Houston Sterling (1,401) Houston Waltrip (1,787) Manvel (1,835)

District 24 – 5A Division 2 (basketball & volleyball) Alvin Shadow Creek (2,188) Angleton (2,009) Hightower (2,053) Marshall (1,264) Willowridge (1,325) Manvel (1,835) Richmond Foster (2,061) Rosenberg Lamar Consolidated (1,719) Rosenberg Terry (2,096)

District 12 – 4A Division 1 (football) Houston Furr (1,135) Houston North Forest (1,027) Houston Wheatley (983) Houston Worthing (869) Houston Yates (832) Navasota (801) Stafford (1,053)

District 25 – 4A (basketball & volleyball)

District 20 - 6A (football, basketball & volleyball) Austin (Enrollment 2,279) Bush (2,435) Clements (2,552) Dulles (2,491) Elkins (2,322) Kempner (2,263) Ridge Point (2,720) Travis (2,621)

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Elkins’ Heath Jackson (21) leads the break against Marshall in Friday’s game. (Photo by Bill McCaughey)

The Marshall Buffalos had thoughts of an upset last Friday night against district leading Elkins.

Playing before a loud home crowd, Marshall jumped to a 17-11 first quarter lead, but the Knights stormed back to win 62-56.

The Buffalos, with freshman Christian Jackson and sophomore Austin Irabor leading the way, started fast. Jackson had 2 3-pointers, and Irabor had a 3-pointer and two free throws to give Marshall a 17-11 lead at the end of the first quarter.

In the second quarter, the Knights stepped up the defensive pressure and held Marshall to just four points in the quarter. On the offensive end, Heath Jackson scored 11 points in the quarter to give Elkins a 32-21 halftime lead.

The Knights kept the defensive pressure on in the third quarter, holding Marshall to just three points in the first five minutes of the quarter. Marshall was finally able to shake the pressure and scored 14 points in the last three minutes to make the score 45-38 at the end of three quarters.

Marshall’s Anthony Norman scored nine points in the fourth quarter to make the game interesting, but

the Buffalos could never get closer than four points.

Elkins’ Tim Denton scored five clutch points in the last quarter, and the Knights held on to win 62-56.

Jackson led the Knights with 17 points.

“This was an important game,” Jackson said. “They are a playoff team. Marshall always brings the fight, every year we play them. We almost let it slip between our fingers, but I am just happy we pulled it out.”

Vernon Harrell had 13 points and Denton added 11 for the Knights.

Anthony Norman led the Buffalos with 16 points, and Ja’Markez Christy and Austin Irabor had 11 points each.

“This was a tough game.

They all are at this time of the season. A lot of the kids went to middle school together, so they know each other, and we knew Marshall wouldn’t give up,” Elkins coach Albert Thomas said. “For the playoffs, we need to improve our free throws, and we need to stop making mistakes.

But our biggest thing is free throws.”

Elkins improved their record to 12-2 with games against Galveston Ball and Texas City to finish the season.

Marshall is in fourth place with an 8-5 record, one game ahead of Galveston Ball for the final playoff spot.

Try, try, and try again SaberCats trounce Capital Selects 49-3

By Bill McCaughey FOR THE FORT BEND STAR

On a chilly, foggy evening that made the rugby players from England, Scotland, Ireland and Northern Ireland feel right at home, the Houston SaberCats scored a try in the 2nd minute of the game and were never threatened as they beat the Capital Selects 49-3 last Saturday at Constellation Field.

The score could have been much larger as the SaberCats crossed the goal line five times but could not get the ball placed on the ground to make the score count.

Justin Allen from Ireland scored the first try in the second minute. In the 26th minute, Osea Kolinisau, Fiji, scored the SaberCats second try. Zach Pangelinan, Guam, converted both kicks and the halftime score was 14-0.

After the Capital Selects

kicked a penalty goal in the 43rd minute to make the score 14-3, the SaberCats combination of speed and power were just too much for the Selects.

Charlie Hewitt, England, scored his first official try of the season in the 55th minute.

“This was actually my second try. I got one in my second game, but the scoreboard gave it to Justin (Allen),” Hewitt said.

“Tonight, I just had the right angle to get past the goal line and to get the ball down” Josua Vici, Fiji, scored trys in the 62nd and 69th minutes, Sam Windsor, Australia, scored a try in the 73rd minute, and Kolinisau ended the scoring with a try in the 75th minute.

Pangelinan was 5-for-5 on conversion kicks in the second half.

“My leg is a little tired,” Pangelinan admitted. “On a normal practice day I will usuSEE SABERCATS PAGE 11

The ball is tipped into play after a lineout during Saturday’s rugby match between the Houston SaberCats and the Capital Selects at Constellation Field. The SaberCats crushed the Selects 49-3 in a foggy exhibition match.

(Photo by Joe Southern)

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H SABERCATS FROM PG 10 ally practice kicking for 35 to 40 minutes. Last week I missed a few kicks and I got down on myself, so I 1 SPOT LAS HACIENDAS happy with tonight.”

OCTOBERam 2016 - FBBJ When Pangelinan kicks, he tilts the ball forward, just the opposite of a football kicker.

“Each kicker has a different style of kicking. Some have the ball upright, but I like to tilt it forward. I find it’s easier to hit the sweet spot of the ball when it is tilted forward, and that gives me better accuracy,” Pangelinan said.

During this exhibition season, the SaberCats are giving a number of players some playing time to determine their rotation for the regular season.

Sam Windsor scores a try in the 73rd minute of Saturday’s rugby match between the Houston SaberCats “We learned a lot toand the Capital Selects at Constellation Field. The SaberCats beat the fog and crushed the Selects 49-3 in an night. We were able to exhibition match. (Photo by Joe Southern) test some of our guys

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who haven’t had a lot of halftime and we were able work yet. The Selects came to pull away in the second to play, and they were very half.” physical,” SaberCats head The SaberCats meet the coach Justin Fitzpatrick Chicago Lions on Saturday said. “I thought we LAS made night at 7 p.m. at ConstellaHACIENDAS some good adjustments at tion Field.

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University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd in Sugar Land, presents a variety of free children’s programs ¬– Mother Goose Time, Toddler Time, Story Time, Pajama Night Story Time, Kinder Korner, and After-School Breaks. Free and open to the public. For more information, call at 281-6335100 or 281-633-4734

ESL CONVERSATION CIRCLES

Fort Bend Libraries provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to practice their English skills. Available at four library locations: George Memorial Library (281-341-2653); Sugar Land Library (281-238-2140); Cinco Ranch Library (281-395-1311); and First Colony Library (281-2382800). Call the library of choice for more information and dates.

THURSDAY, FEB. 8 ROUND UP FOR AUTISM LUNCHEON

Hope For Three Autism Advocates encourages cowboys and cowgirls to support local families with a lunch and enjoy live music at Safari Texas Ranch. To join the H43 posse as a volunteer, table sponsor or underwriter, call 281-245-0640 or visit hopeforthree.org for more information. Individual tickets are also available.

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A special meeting to introduce Pathways educational program will be at 7 p.m. at Harvest United Methodist Church, 9029 Sienna Ranch Road, Missouri City. Free and open to everyone over 18. For more information or to RSVP, call 806-778-7472 or 281-435-0462.

SATURDAY, FEB. 10 DOLLAR DAY SALE TO BENEFIT FOOD BANK

The Tri City Resale Shop is having a Dollar Day Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This includes all clothing except shoes. Located at 425 Stafford Run Road.

All proceeds go to the food bank next door.

MARDI GRAS AT JORDAN RANCH

Enjoy a Mardi Gras Bash, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Shed, 30757 Jordan Crossing Blvd. The free event will feature live zydeco music, food trucks, a bounce house and lawn games. Children can decorate their own Mardi Gras masks. Princess Tiana will be present for storytelling, singing and photo opportunities. For more information, visit www.jordanranchtexas.com.

FORT BEND ART CENTER GRAND OPENING

The Art League of Fort Bend (ALFB) will hold its grand opening from 3-9 p.m. at 2012 Avenue G in Rosenberg. Participate in the Community-ArtLarge Painting, create a hand-decorated wine glass, or bid in the silent auction. Live demos by artists-in-residence, and much more, including a book signing by Anne Gregory, illustrator of “Fredrick the Frog.” For more information, call 832-945-2882.

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Hosted at the First Colony Library, 2121 Austin Pkwy. 6:30-8 p.m. Those attending are encouraged to visit www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount to create an account and print out a Social Security statement prior to the program. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-2382800 or 281-633-4734.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 14 KINDNESS ROCKS

To celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week, Mamie George Branch Library will present this adult craft 10-11 a.m., 320 Dulles Ave., Stafford.

Markers and paint are used to create messages and pictures on rocks, with #TheKindnessProject written on the bottom of the rock. The rocks are then left in random public places for unsuspecting recipients to find, brightening their day and inspiring others to spread kindness and positivity in the world.

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SATURDAY, FEB. 17 CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ADVANCE CARE PLANNING

Silverado Memory Care will provide an overview of the factors to consider in advance care planning for healthcare decisions, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge. Learn about living wills, medical power of attorney, and DNR orders. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-238-2140 or 281-633-4734.

TUESDAY, FEB. 20 LOVING FRIENDS DINNER

At Quail Valley City Cr., 2880 La Quinta Dr., Missouri City, 5 p.m. Cloris Grimes, saxophonist, flautist, keyboardist, and composer will entertain.

Loving Friends is a social group not a grief support group. Call 281-208-3124 for more information and to make reservations

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21 HOMEWORK: A PARENT’S SURVIVAL GUIDE

Hosted by First Colony Branch Library, 6 p.m., 2121 Austin Parkway in Sugar Land. The workshop will provide strategies to use to assist their students with homework. Get tips on how to help the student prepare for standardized tests such as the STAAR, the SAT, and the ACT. Parents of school-aged children are encouraged to attend. Free and open to the public.

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RENEWAL, A BREAKFAST FOR SERENITY RETREAT

Hosted by the Junior League of Houston, 7-8:30 a.m., 1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston. You will hear of God’s renewing and transforming power in people’s lives, and enjoy a meal at the event.

SATURDAY, FEB. 24 WILLS, TRUSTS, AND ESTATE-PLANNING

Hosted by the Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd in Missouri City, at 10:30 a.m. to noon. Learn the advantages of estate planning, as well as the disadvantages of not having a plan. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-238-2900 or 281-633-4734.

COSPLAY COLLEGE

Presented at George Memorial Library, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1001 Golfview in Richmond. Learn how to make a cosplay costume from start to finish, or improve upon existing costuming skills fashioning outfits that represent a video game, animé, manga, sci-fi, or comic-book superhero. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-342-4455 or 281-633-4734.

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Sienna Branch Library, 1-3 p.m., 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd in Missouri City.

Presented in partnership with SCORE, the non-profit mentoring arm of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Attendees will learn what resources are available through SCORE and how to access the experience of SCORE members. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-2382900, or 281-633-4734.

The annual recruitment sign-up is from 10 a.m. to noon at Parkway United Methodist Church, 5801 New Territory Blvd. For young women who are high school seniors or collegians, and their parents that wish to know more sorority recruitment in the fall of 2018/spring 2019 school year. For more information, visit www.fortbendpanhellenic.org.

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Presented at the First Colony Branch Library, 1-3 p.m., 2121 Austin Parkway. Aspiring writers will learn about character development.

Attendees may wish to bring their laptops, notebooks, or any other materials used for writing. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281238-2800 or 281-633-4734.

POUND FITNESS WORKOUT

University Branch Library will present a basic intro to this new cardio craze 2-3 p.m., 14010 University Blvd. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-633-5100 or 281-633-4734.

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Autumn Leaves of Riverstone will host a support group for people with loved ones living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. 5:30-6:30 p.m. at 20313 S.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 4 VIEWFINDERS FILM FESTIVAL FOR YOUNG ADULTS.

Sienna Branch Library invites teens to submit entries. Prizes will be awarded for the most outstanding entries. The deadline for entries is March 1 at 5 p.m. All films will be shown at the Sienna Branch Library from 2 to 3 p.m. Short films – 5 minutes or less in length – may be on any topic, but they must be appropriate for family viewing. Films can be recorded on any device.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 8 MISSIONS AND MARTINI NIGHT

FRIENDS of Child Advocates of Fort Bend will host its annual social in the home of Judy and Paul Maddison at 6 p.m. Join the party and enjoy socializing, martinis, hors d-oeuvres, learn about the mission, and a fashion show of women and men’s current fashion trends. For more information, email kristin.janossy@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 22 COLORECTAL CANCER SEMINAR

Join Dr. Ali Mahmood, colorectal surgeon, and Dr. Nitesh Vachhani, gastroenterologist, at 6 p.m. in Methodist Hospital Sugar Land’s Brazos Pavilion Conference Center to learn more about colorectal cancer and take home a free colorectal cancer screening kit. Registration is required. Register at events.houstonmethodist.org/colorectal-sl or call 281-274-7500.

THURSDAY, APRIL 12 BACK AND NECK PAIN SEMINAR

Join Dr. Jeffrey Wood to learn the latest treatment options and prevention at 6 p.m. in the Methodist Hospital Sugar Land, Brazos Pavilion Conference Center. Registration is required. Visit events.houstonmethodist.org/ backpain-sl or call 281-274-7500.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14 COUTURE FOR THE CAUSE AT HARVEST GREEN

Harvest Green hosts the American Cancer Society’s Couture for the Cause at 7 p.m. at The Farmhouse, 3400 Harvest Corner Drive. Models whose lives have been touched by cancer will showcase couture looks. Guests will enjoy local restaurants, a signature cocktail, music, a swag bag, raffles and prizes.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 21 SPAGHETTI DINNER

The Exchange Club of Sugar Land will host the 31st annual dinner from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Fluor Corporation Cafeteria, 1 Fluor Daniel Dr. Local law enforcement and fire departments prepare the spaghetti and compete to win the cook-off trophy. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 713-443-8061

ONGOING INTERNATIONAL COFFEE HOUR

Beginning, Monday, Jan. 29, and the last Monday of every month, George Memorial Library will host the event beginning at 9 a.m. 1001 Golfview in Richmond. People of all nationalities are invited to come to the informal gathering to get to know one another, share cultural experiences. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-342-4455 or 281-633-4734.

4-H, FOOD & NUTRITION

Fort Bend 4-H is looking for input from the community on how it can better serve the public. To learn more about 4-H projects, join 4-H at 7 p.m. at the University Library ( 14010 University Blvd Sugar Land), visit fortbend4h.eventbrite.com or call 281-342-3034.

STORY SPINNERS WRITING CLUB

Hosted by the George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. 5:30 to 8 p.m. All levels welcome to write, share, learn and support. Free and open to the public. The program meets on the third Thursday of every month. For more information, call 281-342-4455 or 281-633-4734.

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Fort Bend Pets Alive is partnering with Half Price Books in Sugar Land to find homes for shelter cats and to promote literacy among young readers.

School aged children are invited to come read to a cat, receive an “I read to a cat” bookmark and be eligible to adopt a cat for 50 perecent off that day.

Held 1:30- 4:30 p.m. the first Saturday of every month at 3203 Hwy 6 S, Sugar Land.

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