Santa Fe Independent School District
 

HIGH SCHOOL TRACK & FIELD NEWS
The following SFHS pole vaulters successfully advanced from the Area Track Meet on 04/21 to the Regional Track Meet this Friday, 4.29, and Saturday, 4.30.
LET'S GO INDIANS!
#SFISDTrackandField
#PoleVaulting
#FlyingIndians
#GreenandGold
#FeathersUSanta Fe Independent School District
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Galveston County Fair & Rodeo 

Congratulations to our Grand Champion Market Turkey Champion-Kassidy Moffet of Santa Fe HS & Reserve Riley Hrabovsky of Friendswood FFa. #Gcfair #galvestoncountyfairandrodeo #fairdays #familyfun #fairszn

​As a young boy playing soccer on the street of Sicily, Rosario Maira never dreamed he would someday own an Italian Restaurant in Texas.
Growing up the oldest child of seven, he was expected to help Momma Josephine in the kitchen, soon he began paying more attention to the recipes and the art of cooking.
After Rosario married his wife Judy his recipe collection grew to include her mother’s favorites which added a Neopolitan flavor.
Rosario opened Rosario’s Flying Pizza & Italian Restaurant in Texas City in 1978, and it has been serving the best pizza and Italian food ever since

Grease Monkey Texas City Check celebration and presentation for The Penny Foundation, Inc. Kathy Kidd Owner/Founder
God is so amazing!
🏁 Our official GRAND OPENING is happening 4/21 - 04/23.
Come celebrate with us for fun prizes and games and take advantage of our insane discounts through the end of April.
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Grease Monkey Texas City we are a great team that provides you with an excellent service.
​ Come and see us what make us different.

City Of League City Government

LEAGUE CITY RECOGNIZED FOR PROGRAMMING
League City's Park and Recreation Department has been selected as the winner for the Programming Award in the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) annual Parks and Natural Areas Award Program.
The award was given for their Outdoor Education Initiative, which includes National Trails Day, Nature with Kristine and Astronomy in the Park.
We are proud of our League City Parks and Recreation department and encourage our residents to participate in all their great programs!

Santa Fe Independent School District
  
RJ Wollam hosted STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) Night. This was a come-and-go event in which guests and students were able to participate in different STEM activities in the hallways of RJ. Thank you for coming out to spend your evening learning while having fun with our students and teachers!
#STEM
#CTE
#PreparingfortheFuture

Santa Fe Independent School District

Santa Fe High School junior athlete, Justin Quinn, competed in the Region 3-5A Golf Tournament. He shot a 173 over 2 days. He competed well and finished in the top 6 medalists in the region! Congratulations, Justin!
#GoIndians
#SFISDGolf

Galveston County Fair & Rodeo 

All heart! #Gcfair #galvestoncountyfairandrodeo #fairdays #familyfun #fairszn

Campaign Kick-Off | Leija for Mayor | LIVE MUSIC & FOOD at Three Acres Food Truck Park
#communityevent #familyfriendlyevent #crawfish #coldbeverages #games #livemusic

The United Way Galveston County Mainland hosted its second annual golf tournament on Wednesday (4/13/2022) at Bayou Golf Course in Texas City.

For more information, call United Way Galveston County Mainland at (409) 948-4211 or visit uwgcm.or

​A great FAMILY FUN event featuring Louisiana cuisine, crawfish cook-off, live entertainment, and fun for the entire family!
Y'all come on! Ca C'est Bon!!! 2022

Texas City ISD
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Isabella Waggoner, senior volleyball player for the Texas City Lady Stings, recently signed her letter of intent to play for the Rattlers from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio.
Waggoner was a four year varsity player for the Lady Stings.

Galveston County Sheriff's Office
 
Please join Sheriff H. Trochesset and the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office in congratulating the cadets for completing the Basic Jailer Correctional Academy on April 13, 2022.
The 120-hour course is designed to meet the licensing requirements set forth by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS).
​ The training courses consist of an array of topics, which includes Supervision of Inmates, Inmates Rights and Privileges, De-Escalation, CPR/First Aid and Education and Rehabilitation Programs.

Santa Fe Independent School District

Today, RJ Wollam students experienced an in-person agricultural lesson. Students were able to listen to a presentation about dairy cows and learn what products are made from dairy. Thank you, Southwest/Southland Dairy Farmers, for this real-life lesson for our students.

Higher Up Texas
 
THANK YOU!
The HUT Team is still on the adrenaline rush following a very emotional and special evening. The inaugural, in-person HUT Honors celebrated young adults who are "blooming where they grow" and those nurturing and loving them as they make their dreams a reality.
With nearly 200 people in attendance, we felt the love surrounding our organization!
Being less than 3 years old and having so many people helping build the HUT community is very encouraging for the young adults in our program.
​I can never, ever thank you all enough.
Pictured is Jose Serna of AMOCO Federal Credit Union, receiving the Higher Up Texas Class of 2020 Alumni of the Year honor from last year’s recipient, Jouselin Hernandez.

Dickinson High School

Congratulations to Sebastian Standridge for being accepted to Alvin Community College, College of the Mainland, Galveston College, and Lee College!

Galveston ISD Robotics
 
Gisd wins 4th & 6th at Create U.S. Open.
This was our first ever time taking middle and elementary students!
And those kids sure are worth it!
​ If you don’t know, these teachers would do absolutely anything in the world for these kids and their journey since August really speaks volumes of their dedication.

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League City Police Department

LCPD was out supporting 5K for Kelsey this past weekend! Bomb techs from the Bay Area Regional Bomb Squad along with a K9 officer and other members of the League City Police Department Special Operations Division participated with some walking 3 miles in a 90-pound bomb suit. We are proud to come out and support this event. #LeagueCitysFinest

League City Volunteer Fire Department  is feeling happy.

Yesterday was a beautiful day in League City!
Anyone else get the chance to take your bluebonnet pictures?
​We did!!
Also a few folks who were out there wanted pictures with FF Panda too, as well as help us do handstands! LOL!
Thank you to L.K. Photos for these beautiful pictures of our FF's!!!
#lcvfd
#bluebonnetseason
#beautifulsundayafternoon
#makingmemories2022
#ffpanda
#justbeingsilly
#bluebonnettradition

Dickinson Police Department - Texas

The Dickinson Police Department was invited to speak at the Sherwood Forest West HOA meeting at City Hall last night.
Chief Ron Morales, Officer Tony Valdez and Officer Ricky Valdez spoke about safety awareness.
The residents were also introduced to the City Manager Theo Melancon.
If you would like the Police Department to come to your neighborhood events
contact Officer Tony Valdez at
​[email protected]

City of Friendswood Parks & Recreation 

Deadline to apply to the Keep Friendswood Beautiful matching grant is April 30th, for more information please contact Kimberly Ramirez at 281-996-3219 or
​[email protected].
https://www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/414/Grant-Incentive-Program

Santa Fe Independent School District
Senior athlete, Eric Harrity, a four-year letterman on the Boys' Bowling team, was selected for 2nd Team All-District.
Eric has been selected for All-District honors 3 out of the 4 years he has been on the bowling team.
​Congratulations, Eric!

Santa Fe Independent School District

Welcome our new Athletic Director and Head Football Coach, Blake Ryder.
Coach Blake Ryder is honored to be selected as the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach for the Santa Fe Indians.
He is committed to instilling high standards and empowering students for lifelong success.
Coach Ryder plans to cultivate a "WE" over "ME" culture while striving for continuous growth in the Indian athletics program.
He looks forward to building meaningful relationships with students, staff, and the Santa Fe community.
Coach Ryder has 15 years of experience in education.
His experience includes working in Sealy ISD, Goose Creek Consolidated ISD, and Texas City ISD. He has 8 years of success in leadership through the roles of Defensive Coordinator, Off-Season-Coordinator, and Strength and Conditioning.
Coach Ryder was named as Dave Campbell's Assistant Coach of the Week for the 2021 season and is currently nominated for Dave Campbell's Assistant Coach of the Year.
He has made multiple post-season appearances throughout his career, and for the past four years has led his team to a top defense in the district.
Coach Ryder was born and raised in West Columbia, Texas, and is a proud graduate of Columbia High School.
He is an alumni of Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas where he earned a Bachelor of Kinesiology with a Minor in Health.
Coach Ryder is married to his high school sweetheart, Jenna Ryder, and they have two children, Blayne-11, and Reese-6.
His family is a large contribution to his success, and they are excited to be a part of Santa Fe ISD.
​Coach Ryder's hobbies include enjoying the outdoors while playing sports, hunting, and fishing.

Big A** Crawfish Bash...Great time, Great Crawfish, Great People!

 City Of League City Government
  

Congratulations to our Citizen University Spring 2022 class!
Twenty participants of all ages completed the City’s 12-week program in which they learned more about their city government and how it works.
The City will be hosting Citizen University again in the fall.
​ Information about registering for the next class will be posted at leaguecity.com/citizenuniversity.

Santa Fe Independent School District

The SFHS Pride of the Tribe - Percussion Indoor Show performed this weekend in College Station at the TCGC State Competition.
They took home 3rd place in State!
​ Congratulations!
Bronze Medal Winners
TCGC State 2022
3rd plac

Texas City ISD

Congratulations to the Texas City High School Indoor Percussion Ensemble for placing 6th in their class at the TCGC State Championships!
Their directors are Benjamin Guillotte and Jared Angel.
We are proud!

Dickinson High School

Congratulations to Madison Webb for being accepted to Louisiana State University!

Texas City High School
 
Thursday, March 31st, 2022 Texas City High Schools’ Choral department traveled to First United Methodist Church in Dickinson, TX to compete in UIL Concert and Sightreading competition where students presented challenging pieces of choral music on stage then immediately performed a never before seen or heard piece of music with only a few minutes to prepare.
Vox Aurora ( Varsity Treble) and Cantus Leonis (Men’s Choir) Both received Excellent ratings over all, with Vox receiving perfect scores on stage, and Cantus receiving perfect scores in sightreading.
Bel Canto (Treble Choir) and Master Chorale (Varsity Mixed) received perfect scores in both concert and sightreading, earning the distinction of a Sweepstakes rating!
We are incredible grateful to all of the support TCISD gives to the fine arts from Dr. Duarte to Mr. Lyon, to Mr. Hypolite. None of this success would be possible without the help of our band department who played on multiple concerts. So thank you to Ben Guillotte, Jared Angel, and David Burnett. Additional thanks to Randy Dietel and our voice faculty for all of the support. We are incredibly grateful!
Congratulations to the students of TCHS Choir! Wonderful work this year!!

Dickinson FFA
 
The Dickinson FFA Entomology, Livestock, and Vet CDE teams competed at the Heart O Texas today!
Not everyone wanted a single shot… They all had a blast! Next stop- Area 3 contest!

Santa Fe Independent School District

Happy Friday!
This morning, Barnett Braves kindergarteners enjoyed donuts with their grown-ups!
​Thank you family members for coming out to spend time with your student(s).
#HappyFriday

Texas City ISD

Our powerlifting teams are strong in TCISD!
We had a total of 6 students qualify to compete at the State Powerlifting Meets this month with several achieving personal records!
La Marque High School Senior, Do'Majani Jones, competed in the Texas High School Women's Powerlifting State Competition in Corpus Christi.
Texas City’s Myla Mosely and Libney Paxtor-Gomez competed in the 5A Div. 2 Girls State Powerlifting Meet.
Libney set personal records for her squat, deadlift, and her total.
Myla also set new marks for her squat and bench.
Zayne Sheppard, Jamal Gray and Tony Teeples competed in Abilene at the THSPA State Meet for the Stings.
Jamal finished with a new personal record in bench at 350.
Congratulations to each of these strong student athletes for their success this season in powerlifting.
​Their coaches are La Marque Head Coach Amber Rozier, Derrick Taylor, Texas City Head Coach James Shepherd, Blake Ryder and Kevin Palmer.

Santa Fe Independent School District
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GIRLS' BOWLING
Last weekend, the girls competed at the State Bowling competition. Every girl bowled over their district average finishing 16th overall in the State. Katie Wilks and Ariana Briones received 2nd team district honors and Sasha Bishop received honorable mention.
Congratulations on a successful season, Coach Murff and Lady Indians!
#santafebowling
#bowlingforstate
#feathersup

Texas City Police Department 

Baby Miss America Pageant Contestant Adalynn Dressman stops by the Texas City Police Department to show support and to thank them for all they do

Rotary Club of Texas City

Thank you, Gary Scoggin for your informative presentation; on The Energy Transition to our Rotary Club. Gary is pictured with club president, Roger Whitener.

Luis Santos is feeling blessed.

I’ve been working towards this for several years now and to say that it feels surreal is to say the least. I’ve had the opportunity and privilege to work alongside some amazing professionals that are truly talented master teachers while being an instructional bilingual aide at Dickinson ISD. I am thankful for those that helped me get here along the way. Yesterday, I was able to take the next step towards one of my goals by signing a letter of intent for the next school year. I am beyond excited and thankful for this honor to finally have my very own classroom and to able to begin this great new chapter. I’m thrilled for what’s to come!
#AllInGodsPerfectTiming
#Blessed
#HardWorkPaysOff
#IDidItMom
#YourEffortWasntInVainMo

Hitchcock ISD

SES ~ Staff of the Week

Ms. Black did an awesome job during benchmark testing. She would enter the testing area quietly and with calm movements. This is her first time and she is a natural.

 Dickinson High School

Congratulations to Gabriel Perrill for being accepted to University of Texas at Austin!

Dickinson High School 
Congratulations to Jasen Drake Orebeaux for being accepted to Full Sail University!

Texas City ISD 
Blocker Cheer Tryouts will be Friday, April 22 at 4:30 p.m..
The Cheer Clinic will be held Monday, Wednesday and Thursday of that same week in the TCHS Field House from 4-6 p.m.
Incoming 7th and 8th graders are eligible to tryout.
Information packets are available in the front office at Blocker and Levi Fry. For more information, email
​[email protected]

Kemah Police Department

Chief Jones presented Officer Eklund with his Certificate of Graduation from the Kemah Police Department’s Field Training Officer (F.T.O.) Program.
Though completing an FTO program is common practice within many agencies, the Kemah Police Department’s newly instituted FTO program, challenged Officer Eklund in a way not typically seen or heard of, in that it had three separate and different training phases. Each phase growing with more intensity than the last.
Our
Congratulations
go out to Officer Eklund not only for his hard-earned accomplishment, but for being the very first Kemah Police Officer to complete the entire FTO course from start to finish.
Well done Officer Eklund.
​May you have an amazing and fulfilling Law Enforcement Career with us here at the Kemah Police Department.

Santa Fe Independent School District

Today, the Santa Fe Tribal Belles attended the Texas State Strutters Dance Team Day in San Marcos.
​While there, the Belles attended the Strutter Spectacular (spring show), met with Strutter team members, and took a Collegiate Pom dance workshop taught by a former Strutter Captain and current Houston Texans Cheerleader!

La Marque Lions Club

The La Marque Lions are very proud to support the La Marque Promise Program at College of the Mainland with another $1,000 Scholarship donation.

Santa Fe Independent School District


Today, during PE, Kubacak Elem students were given a presentation by the Galveston Island Beach Patrol. As the weather gets warmer, we know our students will begin to hit the beach. Today's lesson taught students beach safety and how to recognize a lifeguard's flags and signals.
#galvestonislandbeachpatrol
#weloveourstudentSanta Fe Independent School District

Dickinson High School Reveliers

And we live to tell the story another day.
​All My Sons advances to Bi-District.
Congratulations to Everyone!
Alicia Fletcher - Top Technician
Michael Flores - Honorable Mention All-Star Cast
Justin Taylor- All-Star Cast
Brianna Delaney - Best Performer
We compete at the Bi-District level on Thursday at Clear Creek High School. We perform third, so we should take the stage around 2:45pm

Hitchcock ISD

HISD ~ The school board recognized the following students at last nights board meeting:
Nancy Abrego – 1st place in FCCLA Regional Competition and will compete at the State level in April.
Madison Allen – Texas All-State Band
Eric Stephenson – Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
James Tavernier - Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
Dustin Vonderheide - Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
Arieanna Ayala - Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
Luis Gomez - Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
Amy Leonard - Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
Derik Villarreal - Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
William Nolan - Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
Collier Williams - Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest
Reese Kadlecek – Boys’ Basketball All Academic
Christian Dorsey – Boys’ Basketball All Academic
A’aderius Blanks – Boys’ Basketball All Academic
Lloyd Jones III – Boys’ Basketball All Academic
Elijah Sherwood – Boys’ Basketball All Academic
Damien McDaniel – Boys’ Basketball All Academic
Jayce Snyder - Boys’ Basketball All Academic
Madison Fields – Girls’ Basketball All Academic
Katie Rodriguez – Girls’ Basketball All Academic
Ciara Davis – Girls’ Basketball All Academic
Genesis Carter – Girls’ Basketball All Academic
Hannah Cantrell – Girl’s Powerlifting State Qualifier – 1st in State (105 wt. class)
J’Lailah Dotson – Girl’s Powerlifting State Qualifier – 3rd in State (181 wt. class)
Jade Kuykendall – Girl’s Powerlifting State Qualifier – 5th in State (97 wt. class)
Jessica Reyes - Girl’s Powerlifting State Qualifier – 5th in State (105 wt. class)
Annahy Gonzalez – Girl’s Powerlifting State Qualifier
Carlos Gamez – Boy’s Powerlifting State Qualifier

Santa Fe Independent School District

TRIBAL BELLES - MORE SPRING BREAK FUN!
On March 9th-13th, several members of the SFHS Tribal Belle Dance Team traveled to Orlando, Florida, to attend a leadership training workshop at Epcot. During the leadership workshop, the Belles learned about different important qualities of being a good leader. Such as diversity in thought, efficiency, accuracy, and being a team player. The girls participated in several activities throughout the park where they had to work together to complete various tasks. They also enjoyed visiting other theme parks while there and spending time together.
#TRIBALBELLES
#FINEARTS
#WELOVEOURBELLES

Rotary Club of the Mainland
 
Thanks to today’s guest speakers..
Jay & Beth Aslaksen
Greater Houston Soaring Association

Santa Fe Lady Indians Soccer
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Both the JV and Varsity teams won their games against Baytown Lee last night to finish off the 21-22 season!
​Playoffs for Varsity start next week!! Way to go ladies!!

​Stephensville, TX
Congratulations
to the Texas City Girls Pistons on being the TAAF State Champion Basketball runner-ups! 2nd best in the State isn’t bad! The girls played their hearts out! Going 2-1 in tournament play. Then Advancing to the finals after a nail biter semifinal. I’m not only a beaming Commissioner, but also a super proud Dad as Dionne an I’s oldest daughter is also a member the team.
Also
congratulations
to the Boys Texas City Teams who traveled to State.
Boys: Denton, TX
12U Texas City Pelicans:
12U Texas City Piston: City and Regional Champions: (Didn’t travel due to a technical error on TAAF’s end)

7TH ANNUAL Irreverent Warriors Silkies Hike down here in Galveston!
​ This is “the before.” Let’s hope “the after” isn’t “in custody.” #theislandattorney #ultimatewarrior #irreverentwarriors #silkieshike #vow2

Rotary Club of League City
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Congratulations to Rotarian Brandy James Liss on her Paul Harris Fellow recognition!
The Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation.
"I am so honored to receive the Paul Harris Fellow and to be a part of something that is truly making a difference.
After attending PETS this year and getting a better understanding of how our contributions through Rotary impact our community and the world makes me even more proud to be a Rotarian.
Understanding that the contribution is not "to" Rotary but "through" Rotary allows me to understand how we make a difference to all the efforts we support to strengthen peace, health and well being and economic growth.
To be a part of an organization that focuses on taking care of our environment, fights diseases, supports moms and children inspires me and being able to give to the foundation that supports these efforts gives me hope.
With all that is going on in the world today, we need to support foundations and organizations that are doing what is needed to improve and sustain humanitarian efforts, education and bridge the gap between cultural differences.
I will continue to support all that I can so that we can continue the efforts both internationally and within our community."
​#proudtobearotarian #rotary5910

Constable Jimmy Fullen

I want to thank all my sponsors, volunteers, golfers and Bayou Golf Club employees that helped make my 8th Annual Spring Country Classic Golf Tournament such a huge success.
FULLEN 2024

Kemah Police Department
****K.P.D. Partnership with MADD****
The Kemah Police Department continues its partnership with MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING (MADD).
On March 16, 2022, the Kemah Police Department participated in the 3rd MADD meeting, interacting with other local law enforcement and first responder agencies to help decrease traffic accidents that involve drunk drivers.
​Stay tuned for more information regarding future MADD events and meetings.

I My Academy Sports + Outdoors Family.
The Valiant Church squad has teamed up with the Galveston Island Parks Board to bring YOU the Salty Easter Bash April 16th East Beach Galveston, TX.
When Academy heard about this event, they hopped on board and wanted to help supply some of the COOLEST prizes ever!
This is a huge FREE event for our amazing community.
​Over 20,000 Easter eggs, ITS GOING DOWN! We will see YOU there!
#AcademyFamily #Easter #SaltyEasterBash #ValiantFamily

Santa Fe FFA was at RODEOHOUSTON.
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Congratulations to Melinda Cabe on placing 4th with her Charolais Steer at Houston Livestock Show and qualifying for the auction on Saturday!

Texas City FFA

Congratulations to Loran Silvertooth and Kaylie Guzman- Both girls did an awesome job getting their Charolais Cross Market Steers shown this morning at HLSR!!

Dickinson Police Department - Texas

Last night the the Citizen Police Academy held class #5.
​Officer Haven Smith checked in with the class for a quick meet and greet.
Narcotics Division held a presentation for the evening.

Galveston County Food Bank
 
Employees with Baystar Bayport Polymers were back again to volunteer with us.
They assisted with sorting 6,151 lbs. of donated food items.
During this process donated products are inspected for quality and sorted into specific categories before being delivered to our partner agencies.
​We greatly appreciate they're ongoing support and commitment to our mission!
#GCFB #volunteers #endhunger #communitysupport #GalvestonCounty #nonprofit

Higher Up Texas

Congrats to our March, HUT of the Month- Jordan Schwertz!
Jordan is always on point when it comes to helping his friends in HUT!
Not only is his kindness key, but his willingness to volunteer and participate in all HUT activities sets an example to others that “the more energy you put in, the more you will get out!”
Jordan also serves on the HUT Huddle of Directors on the HOPE Committee (marketing).
​He assists with video production and shares ideas on how to promote our organization to help it grow!

Higher Up Texas
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Our HUTs are accomplishing their dreams!
Elizabeth Soto is more than halfway through her engineering degree at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and serves in the SHPE South Texas organization as a member and leader!
Your HUT family is incredibly proud of you!

Santa Fe FFA

Our heifers kids rounded out their trip to the Houston Livestock Show today! Congratulations to these kids!
Best of luck to our wave 1 market hog kids as they checked in today and will be showing tomorrow and Monday.
Christina Bear - 10th in class with her Chi
Caroline Boysen - 4th in class with her ORB
Brooke Fonke - 2nd in class with her Gert
Peyton McCarty - 2nd in class with her Angus
Jaylee Rushing - 1st in class and Reserve Junior Division champion with her Brahman
Rylee Slaughter - 8th in class with her Red Angus

Santa Fe FFA

Congratulations to Tripp Marett for placing 12th in his market goat class at Rodeo Austin!

Rotary Club of League City
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The League City Rotary Club celebrated the success of the 9th Annual Polar Bear Plunge for Polio! The club successfully raised nearly $6,000 for Rotary International End Polio Now campaign.
Plungers of all ages participated in the event.

Each plunger received a certificate, a stuffed polar bear, and a one-of-a-kind Polar Plunge Ornament. The top three fundraisers were Rotarians Amy Killgore, Ava Sloan, and Misty Gawalek.
With the help of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the $6,000 will be matched 2:1.
The final gift to the End Polio Now campaign will turn into $18,000!
Worldwide polio eradication is one of Rotary International’s many goals. More than 2.5 billion children have received the oral polio vaccine since 1988 because of Rotary.
Currently, the war on polio is focused on Afghanistan and Pakistan, the last two countries in the world that still has polio spreading.
​All other parts of the world have been declared polio-free.
#EndPolioNow #rotary5910 #proudtobearotarian #serviceabovesel

Dickinson Independent School District
  
Dickinson ISD and the City of Dickinson, Texas - City Government have partnered to form the inaugural Dickinson Youth Action Council (DYAC).
The Dickinson Youth Action Council is comprised of nine 10-12th grade students from Dickinson High School. Students in the DYAC had to qualify to be invited to interview for a position on the council.
In February, candidates were interviewed by a panel of advisors and were selected based on their GPA, community involvement, interview, and written essay.
Dickinson Youth Action Council Members:
* Kenzington Bass
* Isabelle Drager
* Marco Gonzales
* Bailee King
* Grayson John Kylen
* LaVoe Mason
* Kevin Siebert
* Sara Smith
* Kennady Spies
The DYAC’s mission is to build a culture of active citizenship within our local community through pillars of service-learning, action civics, and youth-led advising to provide robust representation for the youth of Dickinson.
Students selected for DYAC will serve on the council through the duration of their high school years, with terms expiring upon graduation.
The City of Dickinson gave an official proclamation this week, declaring March 21, 2022 “Dickinson Youth Action Council Day” in Dickinson.
Join us in congratulating these outstanding students. We look forward to seeing the impact of the DYAC on our community!

Some incredible golfers Broke out their golf clubs, shoes and had a great fun filled day of golf, food and beverages at the Jimmy Fullen 8th Annual Spring Country Classic Golf Tournament.

Dickinson Independent School District
 
Congratulations to the following Dickinson High School Boys Powerlifters for qualifying for the State Tournament!
​The State Tournament will be held in Abilene, Texas on March 26th.
- Daniel Garcia
- Cace Jones
- Aden Arredondo
- Bladdin Hill
- Jonathan Sagastizado
- Josiah Mason
#GatorPride #GATORSFOREVER

Texas City ISD

Ms. Muschamp's class at Roosevelt-Wilson Elementary was making it rain in science class! Take a look at their water cycle that really works with the help from the sun.

Santa Fe Independent School District

Today, Mark McKinney, SFISD Director of Transportation, recognized bus drivers, transportation staff, nutrition services staff, and administration staff for their tireless efforts during the pandemic.
Throughout the pandemic and while our schools were experiencing virtual learning, our bus drivers and nutrition services staff continued to provide meals to students. In total, our district delivered 244,337 meals.
​YUM! Nutrition Services prepared a total of 268,067 meals for our students to be delivered and/or for pick up.
Thank you, SFISD employees, for your dedication to our students.

Dickinson Independent School District

The Dickinson High School Girls Powerlifting Team recently placed second overall at Regionals and had six student athletes qualify for the State tournament, which will be held on March 16th in Corpus Christi! Congratulations to the following Gators:
Ayah Bnider - 1st place/State Qualifier
Keyona Kitchen - 1st place/State Qualifier
Deaisha Boone - 1st place/State Qualifier
Christy Richardson - 2nd place/State Qualifier
Kaylee Barajaz - 3rd place/State Qualifier
Kaire Campomanes - 3rd place/State Qualifier
#GatorPride #GatorsForeve

​Higher Up Texas

The big question in March is "Are You Ready?"
We are exploring the HUT Core Value Readiness!
Seliena Corrington of Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital dug deep into her journey and shared events throughout her life where she had to stay ready for anything that her multifaceted life presented to her and explained how she "filled in the gaps" along the way when they occurred.
Seliena gave the HUTs a safe place to discuss times in their own lives when they had to be ready for whatever obstacle was in the way.
​ We were once again reminded how resilient and remarkable young adults are.

Family Service Center of Galveston County

FSC’s Development Director, Karen McWhorter and Events & Outreach Coordinator, Cynthia Smith at the @uwgcm Thank You Luncheon today!
We are so grateful for your continued support for #MentalHealth in our community!
#LIVEUNITED #StrengtheningIndividuals #StrengtheningFamilies #StrengtheningCommunities

Ronald McDonald House of Galveston

We are so blessed by the Sullivan family and the Sullivan Companies.
The employees had a huge campaign to raise funds, which was graciously matched by the Sullivans.
They dropped off a very large check at the House.
​ Pictured left to right: Tina Gomez-Hearn, SLSCO, Margie Chavarria, Executive Director Ronald McDonald House Galveston, Carolyn Nelson-Becker, President, Ronald McDonald House, Kasey Drapela, SLSCO and Susanne Sullivan. Thanks to all who donated.
#thehousethatlovebuilt. #rmhg #KeepingFamiliesClose #LoveGalveston

Dickinson Independent School District

Dickinson ISD School Board Trustees joined Dickinson Rotary Club for a special tour of the Career Technical Education facilities today at Dickinson High School. Thank you to our trustees for supporting our students and programs.

Rotary Club of Texas City
 
Congratulations, Tanner Park and Alana Lee on being recognized as Rotary students of the week. Pictured with the students, are their proud parents.

The Foundation For Hope Village

It may be dreary outside, but it’s perfect weather for art projects at the Hope Village workshop!

Taqueria Flores

What a better way to start the day with a Breakfast burrito and coffee. Special shout out to Officer Price for serving our community.
Remember police officers get 10% off every time.

Communities In Schools - Bay Area

We want to take a moment to recognize Mr. Wil Scott and the tremendous impact he has on our boys at Clear Creek Intermediate.
Wil mentors our CIS boys every Thursday during A, B, and C lunches and has been doing so for 6 years!
During their lunch group they have meaningful conversations about their grades, life choices, aspirations, and so much more.
​Wil is a wonderful asset to CIS and the boys look forward to seeing him every week!

Galveston Independent School District

Congratulations to Darren Muren for being chosen as the February E3 Employee of the Month!
Muren has been teaching in Galveston ISD for the past twelve years and he goes above and beyond for his students.
Read more about his work:
​ http://ow.ly/vBU350IbNf

​.Lighthouse Christian Ministries was at South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center.
  · League City  · 
Thank you to South Shore Harbour Resort for their generous food donation! They had their 4th Annual Can Drive in honor of late Chef Roland Kyburz who passed in February 2018.
Chef Roland was committed to help feed the hungry in our community and this is an inspiring way for his memory to be honored.

League City Police Department

Good Morning League City, Texas We hope you had a great weekend. We got to be part of the League City Little League and Girls Softball Parade and it was awesome.
​Be ready for crazy weather this week and we lead into Spring Break.

Family Service Center of Galveston County was in Galveston, Texas.

A HUGE thank you to the International Longshoremen’s Association for donating $100,000 to give children, individuals and families access to mental health care in our community and beyond!
It is because of donors like you we are able to do what we do!
#StrengtheningIndividuals #StrengtheningFamilies #StrengtheningCommunities #MentalHealth #ILA #Longshoremen #ConnectionsoftheHeart

 Santa Fe Independent School District

SFISD Celebrates Texas Public Schools Week
Our district schools bring top-quality education to more than 4,400 students. Talented teachers, caring staff members, and administrators set a strong foundation for this success, which is truly worth celebratin

​ Communities In Schools - Bay Area

We are honored to partner with Del Papa Distributing Company to empower students in our community!
We received a $2,500 donation from the Del Papa Distributing Community Fund. Pictured are CIS staff Peter Wuenschel, Executive Director, Kennedy Hansen, PR & Events Coordinator, and Peter Williamson, Del Papa VP Corporate Relations & Communications.
​Thank you for all that you do for our students!

Rotary Club of the Mainland

Thanks Pastor Brad from Day Spring Church for being today’s guest speaker!!

Santa Fe Independent School District

Lady Indian softball is on !
Today, Varsity Softball went 5-0, taking 1st place in the Huffman/Liberty tournament.
Results:
Huffman Hargrove: 8-5
Liberty: 5-4
Kingwood Park: 4-1
Grand Oaks: 5-0
Nederland: 12-3
Go Indians!
#FeathersUp
#IndianSoftball

Texas City ISD



Blocker’s varsity treble ensemble, Bella Voce, earned Sweepstakes at the UIL Concert and Sight Reading competition yesterday. This is the highest ranking possible at the competition. They are directed by Elodie Gasca. Congratulations!

Galveston Independent School District
​
It’s National Read Across America Day, and Dr. Seuss' birthday! What will you be reading?

Texas City ISD

Myla Mosley and Libney Paxtor-Gomez will be representing Texas City High School at the State Powerlifting meet March 19.
​ Congratulations to these young ladies and the team; they had a heck of a season.

Santa Fe Independent School District

Wow, this is so cool!
The Moody Foundation presented Athletic Trainer, Leesa Block, and Assistant Principal, Dr. Cris Richardson of Santa Fe High School with a new ECG Heart Machine.
Mrs. Block and Dr. Richardson wrote a grant for this machine earlier in the school year.
The Athletics Trainers Team will be able to use this machine to help detect any potential areas of cardiac concerns in student-athletes.
The foundation also brought starter supplies for the first 150 student-athletes to be screened.
​Thank you, Moody Foundation.

Santa Fe Independent School District

Today, our RJ Wollam Warriors participated in their annual Fun Run.
This year, the fundraiser directly impacts the RJ Wollam "House System". The RJ Wollam House System supports dynamic teams of staff and students that focus on character building and a positive learning environment for our students.
​ Go Wollam Warriors!
#rjrock

Texas City ISD
 
Congratulations to the TCHS Forensics team on qualifying and advancing to the State SkillsUSA competition! The team competed this past weekend in the district competition and all students advanced. Award winners included:
- State Qualified Criminal Justice Job Display Panel: Lillie Bottoms, Amsy Cabrera, Yazmin Martinez, Libny Paxtor Gomez, Angelina Renteria and Jordyn Vasquez
- State Qualified Criminal Justice Crime Scene Model: Megan Green, Alyse Johnson and Alex Martinez
- 3rd Place Forensic Science Team: Lillie Bottoms, Alyse Johnson and Libny Paxtor Gomez
- 3rd Place Crime Scene Investigation Team: Megan Green, Alex Martinez and Jordyn Vasquez
- 3rd Place Job Demonstration- Forensic Artist: Yazmin Martinez
Their teacher is Abigail Davalos

Texas City FFA is at RODEOHOUSTON.
 · Houston  · 
TCFFA members completed the program sales for the first night of the 2022 RodeoHouston.
​ They hustled, took pictures for people, and made some fun memories. Thanks @codyjohnson for an amazing performance #tcffa #hlsr ##dearrode

Texas City High School Stingarettes

The Stingarettes competed at their final contest at Clear Springs! Please wish our talented ladies a job well done. Varsity team, 4th place overall! JV team, 1st place small team! AND YOUR 2021-2022 MILITARY OFFICER LINE ARE THE OVERALL GRAND CHAMPIONS OF THE ENTIRE CONTEST!!
Awards
First Runner Up Trio: Lillie and Owens
Officers:
Best In Class: 90 or higher
- 1st Place Officer Jazz
- 1st Place Officer Lyrical
- 1st Place Officer Open
Winner Of Classic Medium High School Officers
- 3 high platinums
Showcase Elite: Highest Scoring Officer Lines: 846 points or more
- Overall Grand Champion!!!
Best In Class Medium Varsity Team:
- 3rd Place Varsity Jazz
- 1st Place Varsity Lyrical
Showcase Elite: Highest Scoring Team:
- 4th Place Overall!
3rd Place Medium Varsity Team:
- 3 High Platinums
1st Place Small JV Team:
- 3 Platinums

 Texas City FFA


Meet our TCFFA Officers: Parliamentarian
Loran Silvertooth 2 year member
Wants to attend University of Texas to major in Nursing.
Favorite FFA Memory: Attending the 2021 State FFA Convention in Fort Worth and the lifelong friendships made in FFA!!
#ffaweek #raisingleaders

Texas City FFA

Spotlight: THANK YOU to ALL of our TCFFA Alumni who have helped to make our program a better one for our students!
We thank you all for supporting our youth and encouraging each and every one of them to go out in the world and do great things!!
​#ffaweek #futureofagriculture

Congressman Randy Weber 
​This afternoon I stopped by the Dickinson Chamber of Commerce luncheon where State Representative Dr. Greg Bonnen gave his State of the State update!

Constable Jimmy Fullen



Please join me in thanking the brave men and women of the Galveston Municipal Police Association for their generous contribution to my 8th Annual Spring Country Classic Golf Tournament. Their sponsorship will allow another law enforcement team to compete in my annual tournament. Thank you GMPA.

Kemah Police Department
  · 
Today, the Kemah Kronies got a visit from some of our staff members as the Kronies enjoyed their monthly pot luck lunch.

Ball High School

Another great day for community service!

Today was a proud day for our Ball High Sports Program!
Ball High's Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer and Tennis Teams joined together to clean the island beaches this morning after the Mardi Gras kick-off weekend!

Our student-athletes are devoted to working hard at their sport as well as being involved in their community.
The teams divided up and swept the beaches & Seawall from 35th Street to 61st Street collecting a total of about 200 pounds of trash this morning.
​The Tors understand the importance of keeping our beaches safe to help preserve our natural environment for people and animals.

Thank you to all the young ladies and gentlemen who participated! Thank you to the Coaches who organized this event. Go Tors!

Santa Fe Independent School District

Congratulations to nine of our Santa Fe ISD staff members for being accepted into the ExxonMobil Foundation District Team Academy.
How does this benefit SFISD and our kids?
These recipients will be enrolled in an 18-month program and will receive mentorship from experts in the STEM field.
This in turn will transfer into the level of knowledge that is taught to our students in SFISD.
The teachers listed below were accepted into this academy.

· Desiree Johanson – STEM Academy Team Coordinator
· Brenda Hunt – Barnett
· Kari Keown – RJ Wollam
· Hannah Nelson – RJ Wollam
· Pamela Lausch – SFJH
· Betty Norvell – SFJH
· Courtney Turner – SFJH
· Stephanie Iven – SFHS
· Jenny Vrazel – SFHS
Congratulations!
​We cannot want to see how this will impact the future of education for our students in SFISD.

 Texas City ISD

Congratulations to the LMHS Cosmetology program for winning 1st place in the Cosmetology Contest and the Cosmetology Quiz Bowl Contest this past Saturday.
The following students have qualified to compete in the State Skills USA Contest: Holly Gregory,
Jessica McCauley, Jade Alvarez, Kyii Franklyn, Cierra McNeal, Anaya Celestine and Kaitlin Ivy.
Their teacher is Brittany Byars.
​Congratulations!

Texas City ISD
 
Seven TCHS Cosmetology senior students received an advanced certification in Hair Extensions through Salon J’ Lynae’s in League City yesterday.
These students are preparing for industry upon graduation!
Their teacher is Sharnnetta Goins.
​This is so exciting!

Clear Lake High School PTSA
 
PTSA thanks Mrs. Jennifer Barbee and Amelia K for being part of the PTSA team serving all students, parents, and staff at Lake.
​They won the Bundt cake drawing on February 14.
More drawings to occur, and it’s not too late to sign up:
joinpta.org

.Dickinson High School Gator Band


Come be a part of our circle! Guard Audition Camp #2 is this Friday from 4:00 - 6:00 in the DHS band hall. All upcoming 9th-12th graders are welcome to audition. (Even if you couldn’t make the first camp.)
#gatorband

TC Stings Baseball
· 
Congratulations to these dudes!
Kam Hardebeck, LJ Kainer, and Logan Silvertooth have earned it!
​Kam and LJ heading to St Thomas and Logan to Texas Wesleyan.
We are proud of you guys!!!

Texas City High School Stingarettes
The JV and Varsity Stingarettes competed at the MDDT Texas competition at Klein Forest High School this weekend! Both teams are bringing home multiple awards. We compete for a final time for the 2021-2022 season this weekend at Clear Springs High School.
The teams received the following awards:
Obungu/Higgs 2nd place duet Medium division
1st place trio medium division - Owens/Lillie
Super Sweepstakes Officer Line
- 90 or above on all routines
Super Sweepstakes JV Stingarettes
- 90 or above on all routines
Super Sweepstakes Varsity Stingarettes
- 90 or above on all routines
Officer Choreography Awards:
- Open
- Lyrical
- Jazz
JV Choreography Awards:
- Lyrical
- Jazz
- Pom
Varsity Choreography Awards:
- Lyrical
- Jazz
- Pom
Best In Category
- Officer Open
Best In Category Runner Up
- JV Jazz
- JV Lyrical
- JV Pom
- Varsity Pom: 2nd out of the entire contest
Best In Class Runner Up Officer Division
Best In Class Runner Up JV Division
Best In Class Runner Up Varsity Division
If you see a Stingarette, please congratulate them on their phenomenal performances!

City Of League City Government

ICYMI: Helen Hall Library
50th Birthday Party on Saturday night was amazing!
Thanks to our League City Police Department and League City Volunteer Fire Department for joining in the celebration.
Check out all the photos at:
​https://leaguecity.smugmug.com/Library-50th-Birthday/

Yachty Gras

Thank you everyone for a fabulous Yachty Gras 2022!
We want to send special thanks to:
​the City of Seabrook, City of Kemah, League City, Kemah Boardwalk, Lakewood Yacht Club, Truist Bank, 3rd Coast Xcursions, Med-a-Life, Ultimate Boat Transport, Police Chief Tracy Keele and the Seabrook Police Department, Tow Boat USA, and the Coast Guard!
​ We will be posting Yachty Gras Boat Parade Winners shortly

Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler, or "let the good times roll" at Mardi Gras! Galveston.
Did you know Mardi Gras! Galveston is the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the country?
​From parades and beads galore, to live music and balcony parties -

Santa Fe Independent School District
The dust has settled on lamb & heifer week at the San Antonio Stock Show!
SFISD FFA had 6 students show sheep and 4 students show heifers.
​We are incredibly proud of them!
Market Lambs Exhibitors:
Tallula Austin
Dakota Brasher, was 5th in her class & earned a sale spot!
Kiersten Bryant
Canton Kempf
Reagyn Perryman, was 9th in her class & earned a sale spot!
Samantha Walker
Wave 1 Heifers:
Brooke Fonke, was 5th in her class with her Santa Gertrudis heifer.
Jaylee Rushing, won her class and was Junior Division Champion with her Brahman.
Wave 2 Heifers:
Caroline Boysen, placed 7th in her class with her ORB heifer.
Peyton McCarty, won her class with her Angus heifer.
#ffa
#weloveffa

Gina Spagnola is feeling excited with Christina Dunn 
 at Mardi Gras Parade.
 · Galveston  · 
Having a blast on the Krewe de’ Lemonade Day Galveston County bus at the George P. Mitchell Mardi Gras!
Galveston parade!!!
​Let the good times roll!!
"Laissez les bons temps rouler"
#LemonadeDay
#lemonadedaygalvestoncounty
#Krewedelemon
Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce

Jennifer Pandanell is with Judy Polocheck Priddy at Galveston Histroical District.
 · Galveston  · 
Mardi Gras 2022 first parade! The sisters are at it again!

Texas City ISD
 · 
LMHS Cheer tryouts are quickly approaching!
Participation in all events is required for the tryout: Mandatory Parent Meeting at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 24 in LMHS Professional Development Room (E102); return applications by 4:30 p.m. on March 2 (no late applications accepted); attend Cheer Clinic March 7-10 from 4:25-6:30 p.m. at LMHS; and Tryout March 11 at 4:25 p.m. at LMHS.
No previous cheer experience is necessary.
Female and males are welcome on the squad.
A positive attitude, enthusiastic personality and pride in LMHS is required! Email
​[email protected]
with any questions.

Kranzian Theatre Co.

Kranzian Theatre is off to District Contest on Saturday!
Not only did we advance from Zone, we also received the following individual awards:
Best Technician - Veda Thomas
Honorable Mention - Braxton Golden
Honorable Mention - Abby Onukiavage
Honorable Mention - Megan Adams, Olivia Cantu, Kaylee Curry, Abby Goodrum, Mollie Harmon, Salus Mason, Caris Reyes, Ruthie Rutovic, Briley Valencia
All Star Cast - Luke Barajaz
All Star Cast - Layne Mashburn
Best Performer - Jordan Emmitte
Come see us perform at McAdams on Saturday! We hit the stage at 3:30!

League City Police Department

Join us in welcoming another member of the League City Police Department family.
Congratulations Officer Stubbs family as Chief Ratliff appointed Shannon Honor Stubbs as Junior Police Officer
​"With all the rights, privileges, and honors attached thereto!"
​ #LeagueCitysFinest

Congressman Randy Weber 

Angleton 63rd Chamber of Commerce Gala “Roaring Twenties.”
We love supporting business in our community!
Thank you for a great night,
​Greater Angleton Chamber of Commerce

Texas City ISD

The La Marque Middle School Cougar Dolls dance team will hold tryouts March 21-24.
Students trying out must have a 2021-22 physical on file.
​Pick up an application from Ms. Sweed or Ms. Q. Thomas in Room B218

O'Connell College Preparatory

We celebrated our basketball and cheer seniors at this week's home game! We are so proud of everything they've accomplished this year.
​Go Bucs!
#seniornight #highschool #catholiceducation #catholicschool #galveston #highschoolsports

Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce

Ribbon Cutting for new member Lil’ Buffalo Grille located at 13 Evia.

Higher Up Texas
  · 
We love when our HUTs come back and share their journeys with the newest classes!
Jouselin Hernandez and Zahria Hubbard Murray visited and shared their thoughts about the February Core Value, Eagerness, and the importance of continuing into HUT Phase 2 after they graduate high school.

Galveston Independent School District
 
It's Random Acts of Kindness Day!
A special thank you to Jeremiah Narcisse, Taco Cabana's general manager, for gifting a delicious box of tacos .
​Tell us, how are you spreading kindness today?
#RandomActsofTacosDay

We had a great turnout for Republican Candidate for State Board of Education, Julie Pickren for Texas State Board of Education #7 .
​Thank you for everyone who came out this evening.

Texas City ISD

On Tuesday, the TCHS freshmen/JV team participated in a tennis tournament where they did very well.
​Jillian English (9th grade) won third place in C Girl's Singles, Brielle Brinkley (9th grade) and Lacey Alexander (9th grade) won first place in C Girl's Doubles, and Miguel Jaramillo (9th grade) and Nathan Sifuentes (9th grade) won second place Consolation in C Boy's Doubles. Way to go!

Galveston County Sheriff's Office

Congratulations
to Det. M. Remmert for recieving the Distinguished Service Award - Law Enforcement Office of the Year from the Rotary Club of Galveston.
Photo'd: Lt. M. Villarreal, M. Guarino, Det. M. Remmert, Sheriff H. Trochesset

La Marque Police Department

Detective Matthew Cypert was presented the “Employee Excellence Award” for January 2022. Matthew distinguished himself via his awesome productivity during this period (and really on a continuous basis) relating to conducting criminal investigations on major crimes over the past four (4) years. 
Well-deserved kudos go out to Detective Cypert for his investigative performance and serving as a true “Ambassador” for the COLM!
(One unique caveat is that award recipients must display this award at/on their workstation/desk for the entire month.)

​

League City Police Department
 
LIFE-SAVING AWARD On November 12, 2021, at 5:55 p.m., Officer Daniel Crites and Officer Tyler Martin were dispatched to a major accident at the intersection of E. FM 518 and Louisiana Avenue after a motorcycle had been involved in a collision with the rider lying prone in the roadway critically injured.
Officer Crites’ and Officer Martin’s quick response, calm demeanor, and persistent life-saving efforts resulted in the patient being given a second chance at life.
These officers’ actions on this day demonstrated their true commitment and devotion to service, and they are outstanding ambassadors for the League City Police Department.
Thank you for your service!
​ #LeagueCitysFinest

Dickinson Independent School District· 
For the sixth time in seven years, your Dickinson Gators Boys Basketball team are District Champions!
The Gators capped off the regular season with a 70-60 victory over Clear Creek last night, improving their record to 31-3 (11-1 in district)!
Stay tuned for playoff information coming later this week.
#GATORSFOREVER #GatorPride

Rotary Club of Texas City


Paul Selman and Lori Carnes recently received the Vocational Service Awards from the Rotary Club of Texas City. Vocational service is the way Rotary fosters and supports the application of the ideal of service in the pursuit of all vocations. Rotary encourages and fosters high ethical standards in business and professions; recognizes the worthiness of all useful occupations, and encourages each Rotarian to dignify his or her occupation as an opportunity to serve society. They were recognized for their major contributions through their vocations as a means of service to society.

HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland
 · 
We are honored to announce our #DAISYAward winner for the 3rd quarter of 2021, David Dutile, RN-CNC! David is frequently recognized by his patients as an exemplary nurse and leader who provides professional, compassionate care.
David's devotion to his patients is exhibited in the kind, hardworking, and committed care he delivers every day.
​Please join us in congratulating, David!

Texas City ISD
 · 
Having 3 All-State Choir students from one school is a huge accomplishment! Congratulations to Kent, River and Micah!
​Micah has accompanied this three years in a row!

Higher Up Texas
 
We have officially kicked off our second semester cohort of UTMB School of Nursing in Galveston MINI Mentors!
MINI (Multiple Intentional Nursing Interactions) is a special initiative that bridges healthcare career focused Dickinson High School Seniors and UTMB Health nursing students together!
​ Each week, Dickinson HS Health Science Seniors enjoy visiting with mentors who were in their position not too long ago.
We are actively building the “Next Generation Healthcare Worker Pipeline” in Dickinson Independent School District!

Kranz Junior High  · 
Your Kranz Junior High Cheerleaders are National Champions!
This weekend the KJHS cheerleaders competed at Cheer America's National Competition at Moody Gardens. It was a two-day competition and the girls won 1st overall in their division, taking home the Junior High National title. They also won a specialty award for best jumps out of all of the schools, beating out not only junior high teams, but high school teams as well. Way to go Gators! #GatorPride #GatorsForever

 Texas City ISD
Mary Carrier, the director of outreach and education with Texas Parks and Wildlife, visited the Maritime juniors and seniors at the Industrial Trades Center last week.
​She discussed the importance of water and boating safety and showed the students career options in multiple industries, and future partnerships. #CTEMonth

Texas City High School Stingaree Yearbook  · 
On Saturday, Feb. 11, the TCHS Newspaper Staff competed at the UIL Academic Invitational at Magnolia High School.
Madison Howell took 1st place in Feature Writing, 3rd in Editorial Writing and 6th in Copy Editing.
Eva Dennis took 4th in Editorial Writing.
​ Congratulations to these students and good luck at district competition next month.

TCHS FFA Shooting Team is at Greater Houston Sports Club.
  · Houston  · 
The Jordan brothers are waiting for their round of skeet at HLSR Young Guns #firstyearandlastyear #tcffa #shootingsports #babygiant

Galveston Independent School District
· 
Let's wish our GISD Robotics teams good luck as they head to Regionals today and saturday. Show your support and comment below with a

Texas City ISD
  · 
LMHS Powerlifting Team won 6 medals at the Swamp Strength Invitational at Rice Consolidated yesterday.
Medals:
* Cherish Elder medaling 5th in her division
* Keaira Janice medaling 4th in her division
* Kai Janice medaling 1st place in the 181 division; ranking him top 5 in the region
* Jyier Jones medaling 5th place in the 165 division
* Randy Greenwood medaling 3rd in the 220 division
* Thomas Olivier medaling 4th in the 123 division
The following lifters all hit personal best in squat, bench and deadlift increasing their total overall: Zoey Hurt, Keoana Pipkins, Khalia Lee'est, Cymone Swain, Maxwell Sanja, Jeremiah Stance, Caleb Beeson and Elijiah Hurt.
Way to lift, Coogs!

Clear Creek Education Foundation
  · 
GAME, SET, MATCH!
CCEF is excited to partner with South Shore Fitness again for this year's CCEF Tennis Tournament.
The tournament will take place Friday, April 22nd at The Fitness Center at South Shore Harbour.
Entry fee is $35 per person, per event.
Deadline to register is Friday, April 15th.
Complimentary drinks and appetizers will be served on Friday evening. Fruit will be available on Saturday morning.
Lunch will be served on Saturday by Barlow Jones, LLP Attorneys at Law. If you or your company would like to be a tournament sponsor, please contact Tournament Director Kevin Duke.
All sponsorships must be paid by April 1st.
To register, please visit, https://www.clearcreekeducationfoundation.org/tennis...
 For more information, contact tournament director Kevin Duke, [email protected]
or
Curtis Chen at 281-334-2560.
​And don't forget to send completed forms with check payment to Kevin Duke, 2000 Invincible Circle, League City, TX 77573.

Dickinson Independent School District
 · 
Congratulations to Dickinson Gators Football senior Micah Barnett for being named a finalist for the Touchdown Club of Houston's 2021-2022 Football Scholar-Athlete Award! Micah will be recognized at the club's UIL High School Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, February 23, where the winner will be announced.
Micah served as a team captain for the Dickinson High School Gators this past season and has committed to continue his education and football career in the U.S. Navy.
#GatorPride #GatorsForever

TCHS FFA Shooting Team was at Greater Houston Sports Club.
 · Houston  · 
Flight 1 is waiting for orientation before competing in Sporting Clays at Houston Young Guns #tcffa #shootingsports

Santa Fe Independent School District
 · 
CHECK OUT OUR CTE STUDENTS!
This question is often asked of our students, “What do you want to do after high school?”. SFISD aims to provide our students with an array of courses that bolster student interests and prepare them for life after high school.

February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) month. CTE courses are designed to provide students with essential skills and certifications for employment after high school in addition to base knowledge for technical school or university entry.

In Santa Fe ISD, we currently offer the following CTE programs of study:
• Animal Science
• Applied Agricultural Engineering
• Business Management
• Construction
• Cosmetology (dual credit with COM)
• Culinary Arts
• Graphic Design
• Healthcare
• Information Technology Support & Services
• Law Enforcement
• Programming & Software Development
• Welding (dual credit with COM)
New CTE Programs of Study for next year:
• Digital Communications/ Video Production
• Family & Community Services (PALS)
• Teaching
For more information about CTE, contact your student/s counselor.
#CareerTechEd #CTEMonth #STEM #WkDev #workforcedevelopment #SantaFeCTE #GoIndians #SFISDRocks

Texas City ISD is with Rosendo Dominguez.
  · 
The Texas City ISD Robotics teams from La Marque High School and Texas City High School have seen success at their recent competitions.
​TCHS team 590R Cody Gregurek and Lillian Withrow made it into the elimination matches and took home the coveted Judges Award at the Montgomery Tournament on Jan. 22 and LMHS rookie team 1765X La Marque Machines, Hunter McCarty and Micah Bourgeois-Tatum earned their way into the quarter finals of the Galveston Tournament, only being defeated by the top-ranked seed who eventually won the tournament!
Join us in congratulating these teams on their hard work and dedication devoted towards designing, building, programming, documenting, and driving these powerful robots.

Another jam packed day on the campaign trail! We attended the League City Regional Chamber of Commerce lunch forum and then candidate meet and greet before finishing the night at Blake Apffel for Justice of the Peace Pct. 2’s mixer in Haak Vineyards & Winery. .

Texas City ISD
Texas City ISD Director of Purchasing Brooke Lakner was recognized by the Board of Trustees Tuesday night for helping the district earn the 2022 Award of Merit for Purchasing Operations from the Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO).
Each year, volunteers with the TASBO Purchasing & Supply Management Research Committee evaluate the award criteria to ensure it represents the latest best practices.
They then review new and recertification applications. For 2022, only 58 recipients met the stringent criteria to qualify for the award.
​Brooke will be honored at an awards reception on March 2 during the 2022 TASBO annual conference.

Julie Pickren

Mayes Middleton is a Champion for Conservative Values. 
In The Texas House of Representatives, he is The Chairman of The Freedom Caucus and leads a wonderful team of Conservatives to victory against an onslaught of liberalism.
Our great conservative bills in 2021 came from The Freedom Caucus and his leadership.
​Please support my friend Mayes Middleton for Texas Senate in SD 11 because he will be a Conservative Champion for all of us.

The La Marque High School

14 of our 16 soloists walked away from the Regional Solo & Ensemble contest with “SUPERIOR” ratings; the other 2 soloists received “EXCELLENT” ratings. Our ensemble also received a “SUPERIOR” rating.
Our ensemble and 9 soloists have advanced to the State competition for Solo & Ensemble!
​ Texas City ISD City of La Marque

Constable Jimmy Fullen

I would like to personally thank William “BeBob” Neumann and Allen Flores for their generous contribution, support and sponsorship of a local law-enforcement team that will be participating in my 8th Annual Spring Country Classic Golf Tournament.
I strongly encourage you to support and dine at the their eateries on the strand. The Shark Shack and Playground.

Texas City ISD
  · 
We love when our students earn the top awards! Congratulations to the TCHS Yearbook Staff!

Rotary Club of Texas City

COM retiree Sparky Koerner, La Marque High School Choir Director Suvanna Lyon, TCISD Director of Fine Arts Mark Lyon and TCHS Band Director Benjamin Guillotte performed several jazz numbers together for our meeting Valentine program.
​They provided great entertainment

Higher Up Texas
 · 
The February Core Value is Eagerness: the willingness and excitement to step out of the comfort zone.
HUT class of 2020 students, Candace and Jose shared how they have stepped out of the norm to make their dreams become a reality

Rotary Club of Texas City
  · 
Congratulations to TCHS seniors Arely Reyes and Marissa Fernandez for being selected as Junior Rotarians of the Week!

Santa Fe Independent School District

Another chilly competition in the books for our FFA students as they traveled back to Forth Worth to compete in the Fort Worth Livestock Show and Rodeo, Steer Show.
​Congratulations and keep up the hard work. #weloveffa #ffa

Texas Artisan LLC

Texas Artisan is excited to kick off an early spring with a whole new look and elevated shopping experience!
Thank you to all who came out for the unveiling of the new garden gallery section.
A Very special thanks to the League City Chamber of Commerce for helping us celebrate today! We love League City and we love our Chamber!
Come visit us today between 3pm and 6 pm to help to keep the celebration going!
We will be having a Sip-n-Shop and light bites, and Special Guest Author Deborah Olson will be doing a book signing to feature her latest book “The Healing Power of Girlfriends”.
Last but not least, the talented Kelly Williams will be here singing during that time.
DONT FORGET!!!!
​ Today is a “Go Red Event” and 10% of all sales proceeds go to benefit The American heart Association.
So gather your friends and come join us today from 3-6 pm for all the fun! We look forward to seeing you!

Hitchcock ISD
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CMS ~ Crosby Black History Month guest speaker
Johnae and Momma Gigi of Johnae's Soulfood stopped by Ms. Lockwood's class today to talk about being a Black entrepreneur. The kids loved their famous guest speaker.

League City Police Officers' Association
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Had a visit today from the local Army recruiting office and guests CPL Alcoser, SPC Rivera, Naruto and Cinka from the 2/26 MP, 226 Military Working Dog Dey at Fort Hood...
They wanted to talk to Xar and Donna about K9 jobs, but they were training with their handlers this morning...

Simms Elementary Panthers

Check out the 5th grade Crew! We are recognizing 5th graders who show effort with behavior and academics. Every now and then, there's a special treat for consistently showing your Panther PRIDE. They never know when the adults are on the prowl looking for excellence, so we teach them to stay ready!

Simms Elementary Panthers
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Mrs. Lea's 1st grade class had tuns of fun celebrating the 100th Day of School yesterday!

Private Event: WE BACK THE BLUE
We could not do it without our community partner All In One Events and Tents, LLC and their hard working crew.
​ Thank you for setting up the 30x60 tent and all the extras.
Let’s show our support for Santa Fe Police Officers Association - FOP Lodge 600 and their Santa Fe Police Department, Texas and the Santa Fe Police Officers Annual Cook Off.
LIVE MUSIC by Joe Blake and Susan Hickman.
Thank you to our community partners that are helping to make this event possible.
Team Leija Cookers
NVT Rancho Saloon
Santa Fe is home.
Doreck's Meat Market
Pook's Crawfish Hole
Tibaldo's Feed & Supply
Lone Star Pharmacy
La Costa Seafood Grill
Shine-Rite Express Car Wash
Santa Fe Braves and Starlettes
Farmers Insurance - The Fidencio Leija Agency

Julie Pickren for Texas State Board of Education #7
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Congratulations
Brazoswood High School student McKenzie Grahmann for winning the Mixed Media Art Grand Champion Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
#Art #StudentArt #HLSR #FineArt

Houston Zoo
Last week, before the colder temps rolled in, we released our first cold-stunned turtles this season off the beach at Padre Island National Seashore. During the winter months, sea turtles are susceptible to being “cold stunned,” which means they become lethargic and are unable to swim when water temperatures drop rapidly.
Many of these turtles will suffer from pneumonia and other medical conditions.
Our team released 7 green sea turtles that had been cold stunned last month, 1 small green sea turtle that was found stranded prior to the cold front, and 1 Kemp’s Ridley that had been caught by a local fisherman last year.
The Houston Zoo’s veterinary team oversaw the care and treatment of these turtles and rehabilitated 7 of them before they were cleared to be released back into the wild.
Thanks to our partners at the Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research at Texas A&M for rehabilitating two of these turtles, along with Texas Parks and Wildlife, for helping bring these stranded sea turtles into our care!
: Sea Turtle Hospital Keeper Andy

Family Service Center of Galveston County was with Julian Quiceno 
 at Galveston Island Convention Center At San Luis Resort.
 · Galveston  · 
Thank you all who came out to the Family Service Center Connections of the Heart Gala on Saturday night! We had the BEST time celebrating another amazing year of support for mental health in our community.
​ We could not do what we do without YOUR generosity!
More footage of the best night of the year to come.
#MentalHealth #Galveston #ConnectionsoftheHeart #AStarryNight #SneakPeak

Kemah Police Department

Jamie Webber stopped by today to pick up flyers for our Fill the Tahoe Pet Supply Drive.
Thank you Jamie for spreading the word about our pet supply drive.

League City EMS

EMS Celebrates David Brandt's Retirement
It wasn’t too long ago when it was unheard of for paramedics and EMTs to stay in EMS as a career and retire.
EMS is a physical job that creates wear and tear on the body.
In the 1980s and 1990s EMS was a stepping stone to other careers, but now more and more are staying in the field.
EMS is very rewarding and there have been recent equipment improvements to reduce the physical needs of the job.
Keeping and growing experience in pre-hospital medicine pays dividend in better patient outcomes and League City EMS is one of the more senior EMS staffs in the area.
Friday, EMS began its celebration of the retirement of Captain David Brandt as that was his retirement day.
David served as the Training Officer running continuing education, new employee startup and CPR for the public.
He has served the City well beginning as a volunteer firefighter in 1988 and rose to be a volunteer fire chief.
His passion for EMS grew and he came on full time with EMS in 2004.
He brought military experience from the Air Force and was an impact employee from the beginning.
So, the sadness of him leaving is overshadowed by EMS’s admiration of his accomplishments as a retiring paramedic.
​ He is only the third employee to retire from EMS in League City. Congratulations, David!

 Texas City Police Department 
Chief Stanton, with the Texas City Police Department, welcomes Officer N. Copeland to the force!
​Congratulations Officer Copeland

Rotary Club of Texas City at Chuck Doyle Convention Center.

A great BIG THANK YOU for supporting Mainland Mardi Gras 2022 Because of your support and help, our club is able to raise funds to support scholarships and other community projects.
Thank you to the hard-working committee for your dedication.
It was a grand night.
Laissez le bon temps rouler, let the good times roll

Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce 
: Leadership Mainland 2022.
· 
Wow! The LM class of 2022 had an awesome team-building session, held at the new Marquee at Mainland City Centre!
Facilitator Kent Hutchison led the group in a fun, productive day of personal and professional development activities.
​ #leadershipmainland2022

Galveston Independent School District

#100DaysOfSchool Parade at Crenshaw

A milestone that represents progress, growth, and achievement..

Friendswood ISD Education Foundation
 
Get a PIZZA this!
Our January giveback with Center Court Pizza & Brew raised $615 to further FEF’s mission! Thank you to the Center Court team and Friendswood community for showing up in a mighty way!  #FEFGiveback

TCboxing Gym

Landyn (the White Tiger) wins the 75# Golden Gloves division..

Santa Fe Independent School District

   RJ Wollam - Readers are Leaders

Learning how to read is one of the biggest accomplishments students achieve in first grade.
We celebrate their success in a big way. When students become an independent reader, they earn a
“Readers are Leaders”
​shirt and are recognized for their success.

Congrats, readers   

Santa Fe Independent School District
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Social-Emotional-Learning in Santa Fe
As educators, our job is to prepare all students for life after school.
This includes academics, but also emotional intelligence. Our social-emotional lessons (SEL) are designed to help our students better understand not only their feelings but the feelings of those around them.
This, in turn, creates a learning environment in which students feel recognized and understood.
Last week at Kubacak Elementary, the students’ Character Strong lesson focused on empathy.
While at Santa Fe High School, students' Character Strong lesson focused on social belonging.
Students discussed various topics with their teachers and then participated in whole group activities with their peers.
To learn more about SEL on your child/s campus, contact their school counselor.
While at Santa Fe High School, students' Character Strong lesson focused on social belonging.
​Students discussed various topics with their teachers and then participated in whole group activities with their peers.
To learn more about SEL on your child/s campus, contact their school counselor.

Santa Fe Independent School District
BRRRRR!!!
It's been a chilly couple of days.
Last week, our FFA Livestock Judging Team members stuck it out through the cold, wind, and rain to work on their goals.
These two groups kicked off our Career Development Event (CDE) season with a 22nd place finish out of 74 teams at the Deer Park Invitational and a 9th place finish out of 40 teams at the Alvin Invitational.
Congrats to Caroline Boysen, she was the 7th place, high point individual, out of 189 competitors in Alvin!
​We are so proud of her!
Our other team members are Melinda Cabe, Brooke Fonke, Kamryn Ostermayer, Sammy Walker, and Morgan Yarbrough.

Santa Fe hosted our Boys Powerlifting Meet today! We’re so proud of these hardworking kids. Thank you to our coaches, trainers, and parents for working behind the scenes to encourage and support these athletes #GoIndians #ourkidsroc

Dickinson Gators Football updated their cover photo.
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Academic All-District Dickinson Gators
January 26, 2022
photos Kim Everts

Dickinson Gators Boys Basketball
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CONGRATULATIONS. To our McAdams 7A team for UNDEFEATED season. 1st place District Champions. #GatorPride

Santa Fe Independent School District
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Congrats, Tribal Belles, on a successful day of competition at the SMA Dance Competition held at Dawson High School.
DUET
Maddie Baldwin and Rebekah Scales - 2nd place
SOLO
Novalee Marcantel - 2nd place
OFFICER AWARDS:
•Sweepstakes and Judges’ Award
•Showmanship Award for Jazz, Modern, and Lyrical
•Choreography Award for Lyrical
•Precision Award for Jazz
•Best in Category Winner for Jazz and Modern
•Best in Class: 2nd place
TEAM AWARDS:
•Sweepstakes and Judges’ Award
•Showmanship Award for Modern and Pom
•Precision Award for Pom
•Best in Category for Modern and Pom
•Best in Class: 2nd place
•LINE OF CHAMPIONS team!
#goindians
#tribalbellesrock

Texas City ISD

Today the Texas City High School Indoor Percussion Ensemble kicked off their 2022 season at the Pasadena Memorial TCGC Competition where they placed 4th in their division. 
Their directors are Benjamin Guillotte and Jared Angel.
Today, the Texas City High School Winterguard kicked off their 2022 season at the TCGC Morton Ranch High School Competition where they placed 9th. Their director is Mr. Baldwin.
Way to go!

Dickinson High School
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Outstanding!
DHS Junior Justin Heard is the UIL 6A Region Dive Champion.
Justin (pictured on the right) placed 1st in the district competition on January 27.
This week, Heard placed first in the region competition with a score of 542.20. He beat his all time best 1M record.
Justin will represent the Dickinson High School Gator Swim and Dive Team in Austin at the 2022 6A State Competition at the University of Texas in Austin.
Way to go, Justin!
​ #GatorPride #GatorsForeve

Galveston Independent School District
 · 
It's National Signing Day!
Congratulations to Renard Simmons.
The Ball High Senior and Galveston College graduate signed to play baseball at Johns Hopkins University!
​We are proud of his accomplishments on and off the field.

Santa Fe Independent School District

What•a•Game
Santa Fe Lady Indians vs Goose Creek Memorial
JV: 32-9
V: 37-36

Galveston County Food Bank

Our volunteer of the month is Sidney Franks!
She's been a huge help assisting with various opportunities from office tasks to assembling food packs and everything in between. Sidney has come to the rescue more than once to lend an extra hand on short notice projects.
​We greatly appreciate her giving spirit and support of our mission!
#GCFB #volunteer #communitysupport #GalvestonCounty

Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
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February 4th is National #GoRedDay and the Clear Lake Area of Chamber supports 'Go Red for Women'. We want to continue to raise awareness about heart disease and contribute in the help of spreading knowledge and saving lives.
For more information about The American Heart Associations 'Go Red for Women Campaign' visit their website here: https://www.goredforwomen.org/en/

League City Police Department
​
CONGRATULATIONS
On January 28, 2022, Capt. Ladd presented Officer Robert Porzillo with the "Patrol Officer of the Quarter" award for the 4th quarter of 2021. Officer Porzillo is known among his shift mates as a true team player. His sound decision-making, strong work ethic, and dedication to our community is beyond reproach, thus making Officer Porzillo an easy choice for such an award. Officer Porzillo’s commitment to service is in keeping with the highest traditions of law enforcement and a credit to the League City Police Department and those we serve. #LeagueCitysFinest

Julie Pickren for Texas State Board of Education #7 is at Red River BBQ & Grill - League City.

Great evening in Galveston County. I have been a Precinct Chair in Brazoria County for years and it so good to see unity and vision in our county parties. Great job Dr. Pat McGinnis and Galveston County Precinct Chairs!

Rotary Club of the Mainland

Welcome to our newest Rotary Club Member, Rachel McAdam!!

Evolution Dance Company was at Friendswood High School January Jubilee.

What a great first competition at January Jubilee! Now, back to work for our next one
17-18 Solos
Angel Guerrero
Senior Duets
Guerrero & Stark
Montegut & Price
Grand Champion Adjudication
Mini Team- High Gold
Junior Team- Platinum
Senior Team- Platinum & High Platinum
Best in Class Contemporary
Junior Team
Senior Team
Best in Class Jazz
Mini Team
Junior Team
Senior Team
Best in Class Lyrical
Junior Team

Patrick Gurski for State Representative

It was great to visit and speak with everyone at last night's meet & greet in Galveston!
Thank you to Constable Jimmy Fullen 2024 and Landry's for hosting such a wonderful event for us at Fisherman's Wharf.
​ I look forward to fighting for our shared conservative values in Chambers and Galveston Counties as your next State Representative

Dr. Greg Bonnen

Hope House Maternity Home is Anchor Point’s most recent endeavor to give hope to women.
It opened this past weekend and will fulfill the critical need of residential, educational, and mentoring support to expectant mothers through birth and beyond.
​Kim and I are incredibly grateful for the amazing work of Anchor Point to empower women and protect the unborn.

Wildlife Warriors

This little Mexican free-tailed bat showed up in a rehabbers house yesterday.
Her cat brought her a treat.
We took her to a rehabber that specializes in bats and she’s fixing to be transported to Bat World.
If you notice her wing has been torn, so she’s gonna need some very special care by our friends in Fort Worth.
She was in good spirits despite her last 24 hours. 
But, look at this face. O.M.G YALL …
I almost got teary-eyes because that’s the cutest little face I’ve ever seen! Best wishes to our little friend! She’ll be in good hands! 
(Side note: Please don’t ever touch bats with your bare hands. This rehabber has been vaccinated and has specialized training in handling bats)

Wildlife Warriors

ITS OFFICIAL
Baby season is finally here!
​Meet the new possums (mom HBC, most siblings crossed the ) and squirrel named Kevin (mom MIA).
Possums are actually a couple months old and Kevin still has his umbilical cord attached.
Rest up fellow rehabbers, we shall sleep next winter.

Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research

We are expecting!!!
That's right sea turtle lovers, we are expecting another cold stun this weekend!
Last month we successfully recovered 15 green sea turtles with the help of our volunteers TAMUG students and Texas Master Naturalists and partners at TPWD and Houston Zoo!
Enjoy some photos of our hard working students searching for turtles along the shore!
​If you see a cold stun sea turtle please call the hotline 1-866-TURTLE-5

Mayes Middleton
 
Cold wet day for team Middleton to block walk and earn every vote!

Kevin Venable is with Michael Shawn
 at Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce.
 · Galveston  · 
AMOCO delivered some special treats today to the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce staff for an outstanding job they did putting together the Urban Cowboy - Gilley's Event for their annual gala this past Saturday.
Once again, thanks for allowing AMOCO to be a part of this special event!

Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce
 
Congrats to Clear Life Media, the Business of the Month for February. Thanks for all your team does to promote this community and make individuals and businesses' visions come to life!

Texas City FFA
 
Good luck to TCFFA members Destiny Richardson and Kylie Shaffer exhibiting their market steers at the Fort Worth Livestock Show! #tcffaproud

Texas City FFA is in Texas City, Texas.
The man, the myth, the LEGEND, Fisher Matthews. Today marks one month without hearing “that was beast”, seeing you in the hallways, having your energy vamp is up in practice, and hearing your contagious laugh. We miss you dearly, forever in our hearts #tcffa #shootingsports #fisherthehatconnoisseur #B16F1SH #untilwemeetagain

Texas City FFA was at Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.
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Teamwork in Cowtown! #tcffa

Texas City ISD

LMHS choir students have been working hard to prepare for their upcoming UIL Solo & Ensemble competition on Feb. 5 and showcased their work at a Parent Preview Tuesday night.
The preview provided students the opportunity to perform their songs in front of an audience for the first time.
LMHS has entered 20 soloists and 1 ensemble in the competition. Students who perform a Class I solo and receive a superior rating will advance to the Texas State Solo & Ensemble competition in May.
​ Good luck!

City of Webster, Texas - Government 

The Webster Police Department is pleased to introduce K9 Tezer to the community!
Tezer, a one-and-a-half-year-old Belgian Malinois, is trained in narcotics detection and suspect tracking and apprehension.
​ Tezer and his partner Officer Reed Westall just completed four weeks of specialized training in Liberty Hill.
Welcome, Tezer

Khambrel Foundation is at Jimmy Haley Elementary.



Thank you to this years Readers La Marque, Dickinson, Texas City, and Hitchcock Librarians. La Marque Mayor Keith Bell, Texas City Commissioner Keith Henry Little Free Library Carver Park, Javian Jackson, Sharon McDougle Suit Up for Launch with Shae, Katherine Herrin Little Free Library Borondo Pines, Pearline Williams, Khambrel Foundation and all of the kids at Building Blocks Academy and Jimmy Haley Elementary 2nd Graders for participating in #WorldReadAloudDay
Children ages 3-9 gathered in small groups to hear stories and participate in activities as they rotated through different reading stations. It’s never too early to start reading to children. When we read aloud to kids, it helps foster language development and social-emotional learning, it promotes happiness in children. When we read to children, it creates a spark in children to become joyful readers themselves and it creates a special bond. #KhambrelFoundation #bngdreambuilders #readingliteracy #iamafriendofthelibrary

Dickinson HS Health Science
 
Congratulations to Senior, Ashley Martinez.
Who just accepted just a pharmacy technician position with Walgreens in Dickinson.
​Way to go, Ashley!!

La Marque Public Library

We had a great time celebrating World Read Aloud Day! Thank you to our friends at Hayley Elementary for hosting us.
​Thanks also to Tonia Griffin, Khambrel Foundation, Mayor Keith Bell, Javian Jackson, and library staff from Dickinson, Texas City, and Hitchcock who joined us

Dickinson Independent School District
 
Seven Dickinson High School student-athletes committed to continuing their athletic and academic journey at the college level today during #NationalSigningDay!
Dickinson Gators Football Signees:
Micah Barnett, United States Navy
Derieaz Wilson, Southern Nazarene University
Braedon Stafford, Howard Payne
Khalid Sereal, Missouri Western State
Luke Martin, Harding University
Tyree Woods, West Texas AM
Dickinson High School Volleyball Signee:
Madison Spells, Huston-Tillotson University
Congratulations Gators! We are so proud of you and cannot wait to cheer you on at the next level this fall!
#GatorPride #GatorsForever

Santa Fe, Texas Chamber of Commerce added a new photo to the album: Business & Employee of the Month — a
​ Texas First Bank Santa Fe.
 · Santa Fe  · 





Shouting CONGRATULATIONS to our first business of the month for 2022!!! Thank you Texas First Bank~Santa Fe for all you do for our community!

Texas City ISD Foundation for the Future

Congratulations to our new Board of Directors
Ann Ramos with Amoco Credit Union
and
Chris Sharp with Sharp Inspections.
​ They were sworn in by President Jami Clark. Welcome!

Texas City ISD

Donovin Carraway, senior football player for the Texas City Stingarees signed his National Letter of Intent today to attend Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth next fall and play for the Rams football team.
Donovin led district 12-5A with 8 interceptions, with 106 return yards and 2 returned for touchdowns.
​ He also led the team in kickoff returns with 10 for 205 yards (20.5 yards per return) and had 7 receptions on offense for 101 yards and 1 touchdown. Donovin also led the team in punt returns with 14 for 120 yards.
Donovin was selected District 12-5A first team all-district cornerback and was selected 1st team All-County by the Galveston Daily News at cornerback.

Rotary Club of Texas City

Congratulations, Roman Lopez, Jr. and Logan Silvertooth, recognized as Texas City ISD Rotary students of the week.
​ The students were introduced by Rotarian, Bruce Clawson. Pictured with Lincoln Hypolite, principal.

Hitchcock ISD

HPS ~ Student of the Week
Our Hitchcock Primary School Student of the Week is Josue Miguel from Mrs. Ruschmyer's 2nd Grade class.
​ He noticed another student sitting in the counselor's office who was upset. He reminded the student how to stay calm by explaining how to take long belly breaths.

City Of League City Government

INJURED PELICAN SAVED
Did you know that our League City Animal Care Animal Protection Officers do so much more than just picking up lost dogs and cats?
Last week, the police dispatch line received a call from a few young boys who found a pelican in their neighborhood with a fishing wire stuck in its mouth and wing.
When officers arrived, one of the boys was holding the line to make sure the bird didn’t get away before help arrived.
Officers Megan and Amy worked fast to net the pelican and begin the work of removing the life threatening entanglement.
Officer Amy gently restrained the bird while Officer Megan carefully removed the hook from his large beak and wings.
​Once he was free of all the hooks and finishing line, he was released & flew off across the water.
Thank you to our compassionate Animal Protection Officers who make a difference in the lives of animals in our community every day and also to the boys who saved this bird by calling it in and keeping it from leaving the area!

Associated Credit Union Of Texas

Our Santa Fe Indians Mascot Debit Card is clearly a hit! With each qualifying transaction, the card gives ten cents back to the Santa Fe Texas Education Foundation - and it adds up!
We were thrilled to present the Foundation with these funds, which will help provide resources and opportunities for their teachers and students.
Want to start giving back to the schools in your area?
​ Learn more about our Mascot Debit Card program at acutx.org/mascot.

Dr. Greg Bonnen

It was a tremendous honor to receive Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership’s 2021 Quasar Award for Economic Development Excellence.
As a part of this recognition, BAHEP cited my legislative work in getting the Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program and the Texas Aerospace Scholars Program placed into the Texas A&M University system as part of the Texas Engineering Experiment Station and my ongoing support of a coastal barrier system.
​I am proud of our collaboration and success in achieving these goals, and enjoyed a great evening celebrating many of our area leaders and accomplishments!

City of Webster, Texas - Government 

The City of Webster celebrated several retirements this month.
Chief Building Official Erich Pen retired after 27 years of service; Deputy Building Official Tommy Riehl retired after 32 years of service; Marketing and Tourism Coordinator Chris Thrailkill retired after 14 years of service; City Planner Ken Clark retired after three years of service, and Accounting Technician Carol Fontenot retired after 41 years of service.
We appreciate each employee for dedicating so many years to the residents and employees of the City of Webster.

Texas City ISD Foundation for the Future

Applications are now available for the Spring 2022 Charles T. Doyle Leadership event on March 23, 2022.
​Download the application and return the completed form to counseling office at school by noon on Feb. 10, 2022. Juniors and seniors eligible to apply must attend Texas City High School, La Marque High School, O'Connell Preparatory High School, Ball High School, Hitchcock High School, Santa Fe High School or Dickinson High School.
Students will learn team-building and communication skills through physical activities on a challenge course at Nessler Park.
This LEADS event is sponsored by the TCISD Foundation for the Future and funded by Texas First Bank.
The application is available at school and online at www.tcisd.org/leads.

Hughes Road Elementary

We couldn’t BEE more excited to announce our spelling bee winners for the 2021-2022 year!

In third place-Kai Sermons from Mrs. Gatewood’s class.
In second place- Camden Lee from Mrs. Wilson’s class.
And our spelling bee champ who will represent HRES is Senai Daniels from Mrs. Gatewood’s class!
We are so proud of all our 8 finalist!
Lynx Jo Baines-1st grade
Jasmin Vargas-1st grade
Brady Than-2nd grade
Kataleya Martinez-2nd grade
And Madelyn Vega-3rd grade.
You made us so proud!! #GatorPride

Santa Fe Independent School District

RJ Wollam
 Readers are Leaders
Learning how to read is one of the biggest accomplishments students achieve in first grade.
​ We celebrate their success in a big way.
When students become an independent reader, they earn a “Readers are Leaders” shirt and are recognized for their success.
Congrats, readers

Gypsyjoyntgalveston.
  · Galveston 
​ ·Check out their new location!!
Saturday night at the Joynt

​Natalia Victoria

Complimentary cigars for the VIPs of Lamb and Goat committee with Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo!
#EventsByKerry

Galveston ISD Robotics

Congratulations
to 400Y, 463E, and 421A!
​You all just received your invitation to regionals for your excellent performance in this weekend’s tournament!

Texas City ISD CTE
​
We are so proud of our TCHS Cosmetology II. students Today was their first client day and it was a success.
Students performed services on staff members/teachers as well as the community. Services included: shampoo ‘s and conditioning, hair cuts, blow-outs, facials, curling iron services, manicures and pedicures.
​ Client service days are Monday 2:00-5:00 and Thursday 12:30-5:00.

Texas City High School

Nation’s Best!
Collegiate @ Rotary

Texas City High School

Nation’s Best!
Members of the Texas City High School Master Chorale and Soundsations Show Choir participated in a dedication ceremony for Bay Area Habitat for Humanity’s newest home. Community outreach is the cornerstone of what the arts should be at TCHS and we are grateful for the opportunity to give back. We would also like to thank Greg Goodman for the opportunity

City Of League City Government

EMPLOYEE YEARS OF SERVICE RECOGNITION
League City held a recognition luncheon to honor employees with multiple years of service to the City.

Over 60 employees were recognized for celebrating 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 35 year anniversaries with League City.
​City Manager John Baumgartner applauded all employees for their dedication to the City and tireless efforts to provide world-class customer service to League City residents, particularly during Winter Storm Uri.
Congratulations
to all employees recognized and thank you all for dedicating your professional careers to League City

Dickinson HS Health Science

Dental Practicum students learning the application steps of placing preventive sealants.

Melony Houk Abbott was at Patrick's Bar.
 · Galveston  · 
Goddard Park Band @ Patrick’s on The Strand

A Night at Gilley's Starring Mickey Gilley and Johnny Lee
Featured a professional dance contest with celebrity judges!
All couples dancing at the event have won World Titles in their divisions and one judge was inducted into the Hall of Fame at Worlds.
The competition will be LIVE, Jan. 29, on
www.gilleyspopup.com
so you can VOTE for your favorite couple.
Visit Houston's History of C&W Dance to see a preview of what’s to come at the event.
We have SOLD OUT all tickets.
​ This is the closest you’ll ever get to Gilley’s on a Saturday.
Special thanks to the production team, Mary Hoedeman Coniaris, i45NOW and The Events Company, and dance contest sponsor, AMOCO Federal Credit Union.

 Texas City High School Stingarettes



Our beautiful ladies are coming home with some new gear this weekend!! Congratulations on a great contest!
1st place trio: Lillie and Owens
Choreography Awards:
- Open
- Jazz
- Lyrical
Super sweepstakes for all routines = 90 or above on all routines for the day.
Best In Category:
- Runner up Officer Jazz
- Runner up Officer Lyrical
- Runner up Officer Open
The officers received an Officer Team Texas Banner to hang up next to our Top Team Banner!

Julie Pickren
 
Great evening with Great Texans and A Great President!

Julie Pickren for Texas State Board of Education #7 was at Tang City Plaza.
 · Missouri City  · 
Wonderful event celebrating Chinese Lunar New Year! It is wonderful being with so many immigrants who love America! Many parents and grandparents who want to protect The American Dream for their children and grandchildren. No Socialism! No Communism!

​Tailgating at Mainland Mardi Gras Parade
Pitch a tent. Pull out the grill. Wear your team gear. Grab your friends and tailgate along the parade route.

Hank Dugie was at Santa Fe Fire & Rescue.
 Santa Fe  · 
Congratulations
to Santa Fe, Texas Chamber of Commerce on a successful Awards Gala and to all of the small business champions who were recognized!
​Mary and I were happy to be there and spend time with you.

Ball High School

The A Team at Ball HS salutes Mr. Dudas’ K-STREAM Media Team at Burnet Elementary Stream Magnet!

Kevin Venable is with Jill Reason 
  South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center.
  · League City  · 
AMOCO attending the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership Annual Quasar Award Banquet.
2021 Quasar Award Honoree
Representative Greg Bonnen, MD
2022 Quasar Award Honoree
Houston Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin

Tonight was a great time photographing Santa Fe Chamber Awards Gala.
Congratulations
to all the award winners, especially my awesome Dad Dana B. Huoni who was awarded Volunteer Of The Year for 2021.

Aaron Morrow ​Got this guitar autographed by Texas Hippie Coalition tonight.. it will be auctioned off next Saturday at TeamFish-Time To March benefit

Dunbar Middle School

DMS students had the unique opportunity to participate in a dance clinic with the Rubies dance team and Mrs. Wright from Kranz Junior High.
​The students learned simple fundamentals of dance and fun routine. The clinic was held to generate interest in the dance program for students entering junior high.

Julie Pickren for Texas State Board of Education #7
 Pearland  · 
Great evening with Great friends supporting Constable Buck Stevens. Buck does a lot of good for the community and our schools. 

Lobit Elementary School

What an incredible week of kindness!!
Thank you for your participation and for encouraging our Lobit students to share kindness with each other.
Today is the last day of The Great Kindness Challenge, but it doesn’t mean we need to stop being kind.
​Let’s ALL work together to model kindness for our little Gators and let’s ALL continue to make Lobit the place we’re proud to call ours….not just this week, but each and every day.

Dickinson Little Italy Festival of Galveston County
Dickinson Little Italy Festival of Galveston County  · Dickinson  · 
Dickinson, TX, Chamber of Commerce fantastic January lunch with the state of the city address by Sean Skipworth, Dickinson Mayor and the unveiling of the 2022 Community Guide!
​Make sure to pick one up and see Dickinson Little Italy Festival of Galveston County on page 18 and 19 with an article on Dickinson’s past -Gambling contributed by our Family Heritage Chair Criss Brown on pages15-17 — at Marais.

Dickinson Independent School District

The Dickinson ISD All-District Musical this year is Matilda the Musical! Don't miss this exciting performance by our talented Gator students. Opening January 28 with showtimes through February 5!
Tickets may be purchased online in advance: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/dickinsonisd
Performances:
Friday, January 28 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, January 29 at 2:00 PM
Saturday, January 29 at 7:00 PM
Sunday, January 30 at 2:00 PM
Thursday, February 3 at 7:00 PM
Friday, February 4 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 5 at 2:00 PM
Saturday, February 5 at 7:00 PM
Dickinson High School Reveliers

Mugshots Coffee Bar

Our favorite sheriff !!!
He asked if we could make a Texas pecan caramel latte…Um…duhhhh
“The Mejia Special”
​#texaspecan #mugshotscoffeebar #espresso #pickmeup

AMOCO attending the State of the City of League City by the League City Regional Chamber of Commerce.

 Terri Leo Wilson


Rotary Club of Galveston:
​Great Meeting The Chili Lovers of Galveston County with Judge Lonnie Cox.

On Aug. 14, 1952, the Gulf Freeway, Texas' first freeway, was opened, and folks could drive on it from Houston to Galveston.
​Here's a photo of the grand opening ceremony.

Sabrina Schwertner is feeling blessed with Wendy Ghormley.

Thank you Wendy Ghormley for a wonderful evening at the Pearland Chamber Banquet tonight!!

Julie Pickren for Texas State Board of Education #7 was at Needville K.C. Hall.
 Needville  · 
Great evening with Needville Chamber of Commerce! Wonderful event with Congressman Troy Nehls and Beveryl Stricker!

La Marque Citizens' Police Academy Alumni Association
· 
Thank you Rev. Scott for stopping in to say hello and visit with our Officers. We are blessed to have an amazing Chaplain Care Team.

College of the Mainland

Congratulations to College of the Mainland for being named Large Business of the Year by the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce!!! https://thepostnewspaper.net/.../com-named-large.../

Kemah Police Department

On Thursday, January 20th, KPD officers took their Phase 2 test to advance in the Field Training Program.

City Of League City Government

NEW VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS
A big welcome to the newest members of our League City Volunteer Fire Department! These men and women were admistered the Oath Of Office by League City Mayor Pat Hallisey!
Probationary Firefighter Chris B
Probationary Firefighter Maya F
Probationary Firefighter Clint F
Probationary Firefighter Nick M
Probationary Firefighter Jordan M
Congratulations
to you all!
​We thank you for your courage and service to our community.

Clear Lake High School

Congratulations to the Class of 2022 Valedictorian Allen Shen and Salutatorian Luana Liao! #FalconProud

Santa Fe Texas Education Foundation

The Barnett Braves are enjoying their 220 picture books that have been provided through a grant written by Mrs. Ann Cole Eckermann and funded by our Foundation! Keep up the great work reading!

Rotary Club of the Mainland

Thank you Earl Alexander, College of the Mainland for being today’s guest speaker on short notice ..

Dickinson Independent School District

Bilingual and ESL Specialists attended a Seidlitz training today in Houston along with the DISD Director of Bilingual/ESL/At-Risk Programs. The group learned about sheltered instructional strategies and innovative ways to support Emergent Bilinguals in the classroom. #highqualityinstruction #lifelonglearners #GATORSFOREVER

Lighthouse Christian Ministries with Higher Up Texas.
Paid Partnership  
Thank you so much to Higher Up Texas and Dickinson High School for sending out these amazing young ladies and young men to serve in the community garden today. #higheruptexas

Mayes Middleton

Awesome seeing over 200 people come out to my campaign rally last night, fired up about the fight for our shared conservative values.
Thank you to Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick for being our special guest at the rally and to the Republican State Reps in Senate District 11 for joining--Dr. Greg Bonnen, Briscoe Cain, Cody Vasut, and Ed Thompson, as well as Rep. James White, and the many local elected officials who joined in support of my campaign!

Friendswood ISD Education Foundation

Check out the Student Grant Committee at Windsong!
​They worked hard and were determined to make a difference on their campus. They collaborated, voted and chose the first grant adopted for Windsong, BreakoutEDU!
Visit fef.myfisd.com/grants to adopt a grant of your own today!

Tello Smiles was at College Of The Mainland.

Had a great time at the Chamber of Commerce ‘Night on The Town’ event at College of The Mainland!
Thank you to Dr. Fliger for the campus tour!

Julie Pickren for Texas State Board of Education #7

Getting ready to do an interview with Radio Gracia. 95.3 FM and FB Radiogracia Houston

Galveston County, Texas
 
The Galveston County Office of Emergency Management spoke at the Friendswood Rotary Club meeting yesterday and did a presentation on safety in the workplace.
If you would like the Galveston County OEM to come and speak at your meeting or business, you can call 281-309-5002 or visit www.gcoem.org.

ASSISTEENS® OF THE BAY AREA

Communities In Schools - Bay Area Student Support Specialist Stacey Richardson reached out and ask if we could help provide coats for her students at Dunbar Middle School in Dickinson Independent School District. She was requesting help because of the impending cold weather.
Assisteens sprang into action and donated forty-four (44) coats, hoodies, or jackets at the January membership meeting this past Sunday.
Leslie Schwanke (right), Operation Support Our Schools Chairman, receives the outerwear from Priscilla Magnuson (left), Assisteens Liaison, prior to delivery.
#wechangelives #onelifeatatime #howwehelp #teenservice #CLEARvalues

Santa Fe Independent School District

On January 26th, our Barnett Braves participated in their annual Brave Hearts Fun Run.
​This year's "fun-run" fundraised for PE equipment, HOUSE Rally activities, small group on-level books, art supplies, science experiments, and technology software.

Texas City ISD

In the Cougar's first soccer win of the season, the Player of the Game was awarded to goalkeeper Carlos Hernandez.
The leading scorer entering district play is Cedrick Johnson.
Last fall, the LMHS Boy's Soccer Team from the 2021 season was awarded the United Soccer Coaches All-Time Boys High School Team Academic Award. We love this!
​ Carlos is shown with head coach Jonathan Hersh

Santa Fe Independent School District

Meet Our Second Grade Teachers:
Our second grade teachers work hard to build a foundation and love of learning for our students.
We are thankful to have them in SFISD!

Terri Leo Wilson

Great Candidate Forum Hosted By Chambers County Republican Women and Seabreeze Beacon in Anahuac

Galveston Island Humane Society is in Galveston, Texas.

The Jimbo fan club has rallied together!
He has been at the shelter for way too long for how sweet of a personality he has!!!
This little man needs to find his forever home ASAP! from those who work closely with Jimbo:
“Whenever I have worked with him, or had him out and about on a “doggy day out“, he has always loved everybody, been good to children and other dogs.
Super sweet boy and he comes with a training package from Mutts With Manners!”
“Jimbo also knows how to lay down, and he will roll over.
We are working on stay and loose leash walking.”
​ Let’s come together to find this good boy a home!
#galvestonislandhumanesociety #GIHS #galveston #galvestonisland

Rotary Club of Texas City

Networking. Connecting. Supporting!
Thank you Texas City/La Marque Chamber of Commerce for hosting Night on the Town networking at College of the Mainland.
​ Wonderful evening

Texas City ISD CTE
 
Industrial Trades Center First Year Carpentry Students received their NCCER Core Certifications! Congratulations!

Rotary Club of Dickinson

After a two year hiatus, Dickinson Rotary Club is excited to bring back the Junior Rotarian recognition program. Each month, the club honors outstanding seniors from Dickinson High School.
Junior Rotarians for January 2022:
Reagan De Mocskonyi
Zoie Banks
Gracie Boone
Adrian Allen
Congratulations!
​These students were named Junior Rotarians for exemplifying the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self” through academics, community service and leadership.
#grow5910 #serviceaboveself #district5910

Senior Serve Dinner


  Senior Serve Dinner for TCISD Project Graduation.
This is a sit-down catered dinner and show where students sell tickets for THEIR table.
Students decorated their table with any theme they want
and will then serve the meal.
Some seniors will entertain with a skit, song, or instrument.
 It’s a time of having fun together and raising money for YOUR Project Graduation.

Mayes Middleton

Thank you to Bay Area Republican Women for hosting yesterday’s candidate forum.
​I look forward to earning your vote to be your next state senator!

Hitchcock ISD

CMS ~ Smart Sneaker Heads @ Crosby
Graciella Van Ness, 6th grader, won a pair of Jordan shoes for being on All A Honor Roll for the 2nd 9 weeks (yellow shirt)
Scout Venegas, 7th grader, won a pair of Jordan shoes for being on All A/B Honor roll for the 2nd 9 weeks. (black shirt)
Crislyn McCain, 8th grader, won a pair of Jordan shoes for having Perfect Attendance for the 2nd 9 weeks. (red shirt)
We are proud of our Sneaker Heads!

Santa Fe Independent School District

The 2022 Softball season is here!
Two of our talented players, Makenna Mitchell and Sidne Peters, are up for the VYPE Preseason Player of the Year.
Please take a moment to click on the link below, click on read more/keep reading, and scroll to reveal the list of nominees.
​Voting ends on January 31st at 11:59 PM.
https://www.vype.com/.../hou-2022-preseason-softball...

Santa Fe Independent School District

January is School Board Recognition month.
Thank you to the students, from throughout the district, who came to last night’s meeting to help us recognize our school board members.

​Texas City ISD

This past weekend, Blocker Middle School was represented at the Junior High All-Region Choir!
These students auditioned on advanced literature for a spot among the strongest Junior High School singers in the region.
Congratulations to our incredible singers: Darian Johnson, Jenna Mayor and Patience Salusbury.
​Not pictured are: Jude Lozano, Rayne Luna and Charis Wilson.

Kemah Police Department

Today the Kemah Kronies were able to spend a part of their afternoon indoors socializing and enjoying a warm meal at their monthly pot luck luncheon

Galveston Independent School District

Galveston ISD third-graders are eating their vegetables…and loving them! That’s because today, at lunch, they were served fresh carrots and lettuce that they and other students helped grow on-site in campus gardens as part of The Young Gardeners Program.
In partnership with Galveston’s Own Farmers Market, taste-testing's like today’s will take place monthly for third-graders this year and eventually for other grade levels as the program expands.
​ Read more about the Farm to School project in tomorrow’s Galveston County Daily News.

Patrick Gurski for State Representative

I had a great time visiting the Galveston County Mayor and Councilmember Association meeting last night at Pier 6 Seafood in San Leon.
​ Special thanks to Raz Halili and his team for hosting a wonderful event - the food, as always, was amazing!

Texas City ISD

The La Marque High School's Head Football Coach and La Marque Athletic Coordinator Shone Evans is featured in "30 Days with America's High School Coaches." Author Martin Davis brings 30 short and inspiring stories to life. Coaches do the critical work of building athletes' hearts, minds and bodies to form successful teams, strong individuals and future leaders. We are excited that our own Coach Evans is one of the 27 coaches profiled in this book! Book sales opened today on Amazon.

Khambrel Foundation

In my Junior year at Higher Up Texas promoting social skills and social responsibilities to Dickinson High School Seniors.
3 days, 5 classes and #203 kindness rocks being donated to K. E. Little Elementary.
Thank you Hillary, Amy and Kim you guys ROCK kindness. #HUTrocks #irockkindness #KhambrelFoundation #lmkindnesrocks #HigherUpTexasem76fg  · 

Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce was at Charles T. Doyle Convention Center.
 Texas City  · 
Over 400 Chamber member businesses, individuals and volunteers came together to celebrate at the "Jewel of the Nile" annual gala on Jan. 20th!! Thanks to AReid Photography for capturing all the special moments.
​Enjoy looking through the event photos...
Congratulations to these outstanding businesses and community leaders! Awards presented at the Chamber Gala include:
Shining Star Awards -
Doreen Hughes
Greg Cornett, and Mike Rock Bock!
Phoenix Award -
Leslie & Jerome Karome JMK5 Holdings LLC, Karam Developments
Small Business of the Year -
Sharp State Inspection & Lube
Large Business of the Year -
College of the Mainland
Jimmy Hayley Community Service Award - Barbara White “Mrs Stingaree!”
Outstanding Citizen of the Year -
Melissa Duarte
Thank you for all you do for this community!!!


#tclmchamber #celebratecommunity

Friendswood ISD Education Foundation

Today we celebrate our 2021 giveback campaign with JJ's Car Wash which generated a donation of $2,725 to further FEF’s mission!  JJ and Shannon Stanford and their team support our community and school district in so many ways and we are incredibly grateful for their partnership! Don’t forget that $1 from all transactions on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month are donated back to FEF!  #FEFGiveback

La Marque Garden Club
​
It’s that time again! The La Marque Garden Club

It’s that time again! The plan is to have a road cleanup on Saturday, February 19th. The long term weather forecast predicts that day as being mostly sunny with a high of 66. Perfect weather for working outside! We’ll meet at 09:00 at the fire station on FM 1765, and the club will provide breakfast tacos. Please make plans to come, even if you can only do one tiny stretch of road. You don’t have to be a member to help. Just bring a pickup tool, wear sturdy shoes, or boots, and bring your leather work gloves. (Post by Vivian Allen, Club Presidente plan is to have a road cleanup on Saturday, February 19th. The long term weather forecast predicts that day as being mostly sunny with a high of 66. Perfect weather for working outside! We’ll meet at 09:00 at the fire station on FM 1765, and the club will provide breakfast tacos. Please make plans to come, even if you can only do one tiny stretch of road. You don’t have to be a member to help. Just bring a pickup tool, wear sturdy shoes, or boots, and bring your leather work gloves. (Post by Vivian Allen, Club President

Texas City ISD

Mr. Jones' world history classes at The La Marque High School did a gallery walk recently analyzing various pieces of art during the Renaissance time period. Students were up and moving and engaged for all learning types and they collaborated with their partner/groups during the gallery walk.

Santa Fe Independent School District

Last night, our high school’s culinary arts students presented dinner and dessert to our school board members as a part of School Board Appreciation Month. Our talented students designed and prepared the meals alongside their instructors, Chef Mora and Ms. Lanmon.
Our culinary arts classes are part of the business and industry career pathway that high school students can take. Students who take these career and technical education (CTE) courses can graduate with food/service industry certifications that provide them with job opportunities post high school.

Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce

An amazing ribbon cutting at The Huntington at Lago Mar, an affordable, independent community for active adults aged 55+. This brand-new apartment community was thoughtfully designed to fill lives with health, wellness, enjoyment, and relaxation. For more information visit their link in the comments.

Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce

Congratulations HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland on being awarded Business of the Month. Thank you for your strong community involvement with the annual Shrimp Boil, Christmas Open House and many other events. Another big thank you to CEO Jim Russell, who serves on the Board of Directors and helps guide the Chamber throughout the year. #businessofthemonth #thankyouforallyoudo #TCLMChamber #strongertogether

Julie Pickren for Texas State Board of Education #7
 
Great evening in Orange County with Congressman Randy Weber.
The best part of visiting the 11 counties of SBOE #7 is all the wonderful people I get to meet and learn their stories.
​People from all walks of life who love America and Texas!

Mayes Middleton

Great turnout at Galveston County Mayors and Councilmembers Association tonight in San Leon. Pier 6 had excellent food as always, we are blessed to have this Halili family restaurant in the community.
Great turnout at Galveston County Mayors and Councilmembers Association tonight in San Leon. Pier 6 had excellent food as always, we are blessed to have this Halili family restaurant in the community.

Santa Fe Junior High School
 
This past Saturday, these three students represented SFJH at the 2022 JH Region Choir Clinic & Concert. Carlie Cox, Waren Maris, Jolie Van Houten

Brenda Smith Weber is with Brandon Creighton and Randy Weber.
Spoke this morning to Bob Hope Middle School in Port Arthur with Senator Creighton. Together we celebrated National School Choice Week. Freedom is the ability to choose and choice means hope.

Galveston County Sheriff's Office

On Saturday, January 22nd a Patrol Deputy was patrolling around K.E. Little Elementary and noticed multiple vehicles in one of the parking lots and saw the cafeteria doors open.
After finding multiple teachers, adults and high school volunteers inside the cafeteria building bicycles. It was learned the CYCLE Houston had provided the school bicycles for the 2nd graders who accomplished their reading goals. The Patrol Division was invited to assist in building the bicyles by the school’s principle.
Deputy M. Silvas, Deputy A. Chaviers and Cpl. J. Creech had the opportunity to help in building bicycles for the students. The Deputies were invited to return to the school and be around as the students came to the school to pick up their brand new bicycles.
Great job by K. E. Little elementary teachers and an amazing job by the students meeting the goals of the reading assignment.

Coastal Fisheries - Texas Parks and Wildlife
 
Coastal Fisheries and Texas Game Wardens joined forces today to rescue cold stunned sea turtles in East Matagorda Bay. The sea turtles were then taken by Sea Center Texas - Texas Parks and Wildlife staff to warm up at the Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research where they will be evaluated and released back into the water when temperatures increase.
Learn more about cold stunned sea turtles: http://bit.ly/ColdStunned
Report a cold stunned sea turtle by calling 1-866-TURTLE-5.

Hitchcock ISD
 
SES ~ Stewart Elementary students and teachers participated in the 2021-2022 UIL competition on December 11, 2021.
Top Row (L to R): Mr. Barron, Esteban Torres, Faythelynn Burr, Meilani Williams, Gage Owens, Paul Marques, Kenadee Henderson, Callie Bond
Bottom Row (L to R): Ms. Hughes, Ms. Ritter, Ryan Burr, Dalton Stock, Jonathon Paolini, Raven George, Zoey Gimlin, Myli Williams, Ms. Hickman, Ms. Kramer (not pictured Terrell Dobbins)s, Paul Marques, Kenadee Henderson, Callie Bond
Bottom Row (L to R): Ms. Hughes, Ms. Ritter, Ryan Burr, Dalton Stock, Jonathon Paolini, Raven George, Zoey Gimlin, Myli Williams, Ms. Hickman, Ms. Kramer (not pictured Terrell Dobbins)

Galveston County Fair & Rodeo 

Exhibitors interested in the Youth Project Show or the Student Art Show - deadline to enter is Feb 24. For rules and information go to galvestoncountyfair.com. #youth #art #4h #ffa #skill #galvestoncounty #smallbusiness 
#tacos #shoplocal #eatlocal #community
#friends #mycuprunnethover #blessed #getoutandvote  
#hvac #plumbing #electrical #pandadog

Santa Fe Independent School District
 
Our Santa Fe High School Cheerleaders competed January 22nd and 23rd at NCA Nationals in Dallas. They placed 4th out of 16 teams at Nationals! We are so proud of this amazing team!
#feathersup
#sfhscheer
#goindians

Dr. Greg Bonnen

Thank you to the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce for inviting us to be their guests at this year’s “Jewel of the Nile” gala. Kim and I enjoyed a great evening of fun and fellowship!

Higher Up Texas

HUT had the pleasure of being guests at Restoring Hope International Fellowship Church. Hillary DiRenzo Gramm and Alycia Garza (HUT’21) spoke about our partnership with Hope Active and how it has impacted our students.
Hope Active has been a HUT partner since 2019 through a multitude of speaking opportunities and scholarships for our college bound students. Thank you to Pastor Ray Steward for the invitation and friendship!

Undisputed Pro Wrestling Community
Undisputed Pro Wrestling TX  
Look who dropped by to say hello at UPW- “Mr. 409” NATE LAWS!!!

Texas City ISD
 
Ribbon cutting for the Susan Myers Library at Guajardo Elementary.

Mark Pandanell is with Jennifer Pandanell at Stuttgarden Tavern Texas City.
Texas City  · 
Took first place in Regionals!

Terri Leo Wilson

Another Big Endorsement from the Mayor of Jamaica Beach, Clay Morris. Mayor Morris understands that the philosophy of the schoolroom in one generation, will be the philosophy of the government in the next.
​It is our generations responsibly to elect a State Representative that understands what is needed to hold onto a Constitutional Republic.

Clear Life Media was at Santa Fe Fire & Rescue.
 
Our team at Undisputed Pro Wrestling TX last night at Santa Fe Fire & Rescue
Special thanks to our sponsors Coastal Community Federal Credit Union Legacy Collision Still Waters Ranch and Janke Fit Health & Wellness

Texas City ISD

The Texas City High School’s Mariachi Raya is State Bound for the 7 th year in a row!
This year, UIL implemented a new judging format similar to Concert and Sight-Reading Contest with a strict rubric.
To advance to state, the Mariachi groups had to receive straight 1’s.
​ It is with great pride that we announce that Mariachi Raya received Straight 1’s!
Congratulations to our students and directors!!

Bill N Renee

"Takin' it to the Streets".....
Chili Supper on a Cold Texas Evening.
These Folks LOVE HomeCooked Meals.
What a BLESSING to be His Hands Extended!!
Join with us as we Serve these Precious Street People...
CashApp.....$skidrowmusic
Venmo.........@William-Morris-209
[email protected]
THANKS for Your PRAYERS & SUPPORT!!

Oppe Elementary Campus of Coastal Studies

Our dedicated Galveston ISD Texas ACE Garden Club volunteers braved some chilly temps this morning to build beds for growing food for the Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research hospital at Texas A&M University Galveston Campus. #MagnetSchoolsofAmerica #oceanguardianschool

Oppe Elementary Campus of Coastal Studies

Our dedicated Galveston ISD Texas ACE Garden Club volunteers braved some chilly temps this morning to build beds for growing food for the Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research hospital at Texas A&M University Galveston Campus. #MagnetSchoolsofAmerica #oceanguardianschool

League City Police Department

The League City Police Department Citizen Police Academy is accepting applications until January 31.
The academy gives residents an opportunity to see how and why the League City Police Department operates as it does.
The spring class is 13 weeks long and meets once a week. Visit our website for more information >>>
​https://www.leaguecitytx.gov/617/Citizen-Police-Academy

Galveston County Food Bank

We are very grateful to National Charity League, Inc., Space City Chapter for their continued support of our clients on the Homebound Delivery Program. This amazing group of young ladies dropped off 500 Valentine goodies to be included in boxes for February!
​The homebound clients truly enjoy these special surprises.
#GCFB #donation #communitysupport

Khambrel Foundation is at Righteous Acts of Kindness.

Higher Up Texas
​Dickinson High School Seniors provided their PERSPECTIVE on promoting kindness in the community and ways to be kind. We love to host kindness rock painting parties with student groups. #kindnessmatters
#KhambrelFoundation #DreamBuilders #HUTROCKS

Dickinson Gators Football

A special congratulations to Dickinson Gators Donovan Green AND PJ Williams for both being selected to the the 1st team all-Greater Houston!

​​Dickinson Gators Football

The 2021 24-6A District Champion Dickinson Gators

Sam Vitanza Stadium

League City Police Department

Assistant Chief Hera recently swore in Officer Benjie Cowey as a reserve officer with the League City Police Department. Officer Cowey has 44 years of law enforcement experience, most recently retiring from the Harris County District Attorney’s Office. Before that, Officer Cowey had retired as a detective from LCPD.
Cowey will be spending most of his time working in the Criminal Investigation Division. CID Lt. Michael Buffington stated that “we look forward to Ofc. Cowey’s wisdom and years of experience being put to good use serving the citizens of League City.” #LeagueCitysFinest

Dickinson Gators Football

Congratulations to Dickinson Gators head coach John Snelson for being selected as the 24-6A district coach of the year!

Galveston Historical Foundation 

This is Tommie Bordeaux. She is the chair of #GalvestonHistory's African American Heritage Committee. She presented during Leadership Galveston's Art and Culture Day at the 1859 Ashton Villa.
Leadership Galveston is a nine-month experience hosted by the Galveston Chamber of Commerce that promotes and enhances community leadership through an in-depth introduction to the Galveston area's social, economic, cultural, business, and political issues.

Gamma Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is at M. I. Lewis Social Service Center.
 Dickinson  · 
Gamma Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®  Volunteering at The M I Lewis Social Service Center. #servicetoallmankind #Sisterhood
#AKA #MLK #AKA1908 #Honor #Unity #WeAreSouthCentral #GammaOmegaOmega #GOO #GOO1972

Texas City/La Marque Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala. Total surprised to hear my name called for the "Shining Star" award. Page Colby Michel, you got me!
Congratulations
to all the other honorees, your dedication makes our community a great place to live, work and raise our families. Grateful!

Hank Dugie Kerri Foley

I keep bumping into you! We must be on the same campaign circuit!

Mayes Middleton
 
Great seeing so many old and new friends coming out to support my campaign for Texas Senate and my fight for conservative values. Thank you to Paulie Gaido and all of our hosts for putting on last night’s event!

Texas City ISD

Congratulations to Superintendent of Schools Dr. Melissa Duarte for being named the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Citizen of the Year at tonight’s chamber banquet! What an honor!

Higher Up Texas

Today, we had the opportunity to share how each of our organizations have collaboratively partnered to further develop the “Next Generation Healthcare Worker Pipeline” at Dickinson High School for the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership’s Education and Workforce Decelopment Committee.
Thank you to Dickinson Independent School District, UTMB School of Nursing in Galveston, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, and College of the Mainland for sharing your insight into this incredible endeavor!

 The Connection Church
We were able to bless the Pregnancy and Parenting Support Center out of the profits from Coffee Connection

Moody Methodist Church

Penny, from Children’s Ministries and Giovannina and Courtney in the finance department ran the Houston Marathon this past Sunday! We are so proud of their hard work, dedication, and determination! Way to go, ladies! 26.2 looks good on y’all!

Santa Fe High School

Lady Indians Soccer win against Manvel 2-0!!!

Galveston Independent School District

Great job to the Ball High School golfers who competed in the Clear Creek Lady Wildcat MLK Classic! Shaifer Goalen led the Lady Tors by shooting a two-day score of 199 (96-103), which came in 33rd place out of a total of 72 players. The rest of the Lady Tors were Liberty Cox (61st place with a score of 248) and Kayleigh Lorefice (63rd place with a score of 263).

City of Webster, Texas - Government 

Webster Police Chief Pete Bacon introduced Police K9 Anton to Council and Exxon-Mobil Pipeline leaders during the City Council meeting on Tuesday. Anton, a one-year-old Dutch Shepard, was purchased with funds from a grant provided by Exxon-Mobil Pipeline earlier this year.
We are very appreciative of the generous grant from Exxon-Mobil Pipeline.

Kemah Police Department

Thank you Cynthia Aulds, Director of the Coalition to Combat Human Trafficking (C.C.H.T.), for thinking about the Kemah Police Department and providing all of our officers and staff members with lunch kits filled with delicious goodies inside as well as information to assist our officers should they encounter a situation involving Human Trafficking.

La Marque Public Library

We had a great turnout at STORYTIME today at the La Marque Public Library! Our Librarian Assistant Princess did a fantastic job educating & entertaining these young minds!

#publiclibrary #storytime #children #reading

Dickinson Little Italy Festival of Galveston County is at The Lemon Drop.


  
Thank you Kathy for hosting our Team Building Committee Meeting and Marisa King Folse for the wine tasting

Terri Leo Wilson

AT BIZPAC
With Representatives Mayes Middleton and Briscoe Cain, small business owners and great local leaders. We all want good government that supports the backbone of our economy: small businesses.
I have a 12 year public voting record in support of small businesses and the free enterprise system. I was honored to received The American Exceptionalism Award from Americans for Prosperity. As the saying goes, "the proof is in the pudding". I supported small businesses as a representative for 3 terms on the SBOE, and I will continue to do so going forward. With your support, I will bring that same tenacity and courage of conviction to the Texas State House.

Galveston County Food Bank

Thank you Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP) for selecting the Galveston County Food Bank to receive a TNMP Power Grant! These funds will go toward upgrading the flooring in our on-site pantry to ensure a safer more sustainable environment. We greatly appreciate your support of our mission to end hunger in Galveston County!
#GCFB #nonprofit #chairty #endhunger #communitypartner

Rotary Club of Texas City

Congratulations to the Texas City ISD students selected to participate in Rotary District 5901 Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA). Left to right - Maribel Valdez, Marrizza Kelley, Ian Cortez, Lily Temple, Jordan Davis, Savannah Dean, Adriana Sauceda, and Kylie Herm. Never stop Dreaming

Galveston County Food Bank
 
Our volunteer of the month is Ms. Emma O'Donnell. She has been volunteering with us on a daily basis in our on-site pantry for a little over 2 years now. We greatly appreciate her dedication to serving others and her strong work ethic. "It wouldn't be the same without her" - Nadya Dennis, volunteer coordinator.
#GCFB #volunteer #communitysupport #GalvestonCounty #galvestoncounty #smallbusiness #tacos #shoplocal #eatlocal #community
#friends #mycuprunnethover #blessed #getoutandvote  

Senator Larry Taylor, was deservedly awarded the first-ever “Senator Larry Taylor Champion of Education” award for his years as a tireless advocate for Texas children and teachers. Congratulations to Kevin Venable with AMOCO for being recognized as “Professional Business Man of the Year.” These and many other community leaders play a critical role in keeping League City a great place a live!

​Celebrating Lindsay Touchy and Heidi Ho and all the Elite Pet Owners at the Galveston Island Humane Society’s Deep in the Paws Gala!! What a wonderful event! Heidi Ho was absolutely perfect!!
#adoptdontshop Thank you, Doreen Hughes for the beautiful pictures!!

PCT3 Constable Dept. reading with kids program at Sims Elementary School. Constable Rose & Deputy Treka Mitchell, not pictured School Board President Nakisha Paul. PCT3 Building Relationship!!!

Santa Fe Independent School District
 
For the first time in the program’s history, SFHS Cheer competed in the UIL State Cheer Competition in Fort Worth, TX.
They placed 19th in the FINALS out of 60 teams in the 5A D2 division.
We are so proud of our cheer team! Go Indians #feathersup #sfhscheer

​ID/Detective Gene Crow being presented the “Employee Excellence Award” for November 2021 by his Supervisor, Lieutenant Forest Gandy.
Gene distinguished himself via his productivity during this period by conducting forensic operations relating to identification, collection, processing, preservation, and safeguarding evidence. Additionally, Gene serves is the department’s “Fleet Manager” ensuring that all our vehicles are maintained and ready for patrolling our community. It should be noted that Gene’s father (Larry Crow) distinguished himself via serving as La Marque’s Chief of Police (1987-1997) and as a City Councilman & Mayor (as Mayor--2002-2009).
Gene, well deserved kudos to you for your performance and serving as a true “Ambassador” for the COLM!
#ilovelamarque #ForwardTogether #CommunityPolice #BetterTogether2022

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Promotion of Sergeant K. Mays:
The Kemah Police Department also had the privilege of promoting Officer Kevin Mays from Officer to Sergeant.
Sergeant Mays has not stopped learning and striving for the best throughout his career as a law enforcement officer. Sergeant Mays will also be one of the individuals you will be seeing in the near future, as part of our bicycle unit.
Congratulations to Sgt. Mays on his promotion.

Congratulations, LA Fronter #2!! Hitchcock Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month - January!!!

Texas City Police Department 

Employees from Lowe's stop by the Police Department with lunch from Rudy's Country Store and Bar-B-Q.

Special thanks to these great friends, Chamber Execs from around the state, for coming to our chamber banquet and joining in the celebration for
Jenny Senter
as she received the Legend Award. There is over 200 years of experience in this group right here! #chamberlegend

State Rep. Nicole Collier and State Rep. Shawn Thierry thanks for working diligently on behalf of the citizens of Texas! From Keith Henry

Dickinson High School Reveliers  · 
And we get to tell the story another day! Awesome Bi-District Contest today. We ADVANCED to Region!
Outstanding Technician - Ashley Sherk
Honorable Mention All Star Cast - Kennady Spies & Annabella Gleeson
All Star Cast - Justin Taylor
Best Performer - Brianna Delaney
#reveliers #therubysunrise #TellTheStory #oneactseason #regionherewecome

Texas City 4th Of July Parade 2019 PARADE ROUTE: Turn right onto 6th Street. Travel north on 6th Street and make a right on 9th Avenue. Travel east down 9th Avenue. Turn left on Bay Street and end at the corner of Bay Street and 14th Avenue.C

Scouts from Troop 190 jumped into action with some tremendous teamwork. We were able to fill all of our flag service orders. Our Scout Master said we performed with such exuberance, that we could skip the troop meeting next week and stay home with our families and enjoy Independence Day fireworks and festivities.

Independence Village Formerly- HRA Village
  What an  honor to be part of the LEADS event today! Amazing group of students from students in our area!

Galveston's 107th Mardi Gras 2019!!!