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By Stefanie Thomas editor@theleadernews.com Charges have been filed against a 22-year-old Heights area resident in connection with the fatal shooting of a man that occurred at 903 Shirkmere Rd. around 7:50 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. Christopher
Flores, 22, faces a murder charge in the 338th State District Court for the alleged killing of Israel Gonzales, 23, of Houston. Houston police said patrol officers responded to a report of a shooting at Flores’ home address. Upon arrival, they discovered an unresponsive male
victim on the living room floor with a gunshot wound. Police said the suspect allegedly shot the victim after the victim reportedly choked the suspect’s dog. Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the victim dead at the scene. Flores reportedly surrendered to officers without incident.
As of press time, Flores is being held in Harris County Jail on a $500,000 bond. Arraignment is scheduled for Jan. 24, 2024. His appointed attorney did not respond to a request for comment. Court records show no prior criminal history for Flores in Harris Photo provided by HPD Christopher Flores County.
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Winter Street Studios celebrates reopening following last year’s Christmas arson fire
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Last Christmas, the Houston arts community was shaken by the devastating fire at Winter Street Studios. But it’s finally time to celebrate the reopening of this iconic art space, and for many of the artists in the building, this means returning to their studios after nearly a year of being displaced. On Saturday, Nov. 11, with the rebuilding of Sections A & B (50,000 square feet and 55 artist studios) completed, many artists were able to open their doors to the public for the first time in 11 months. 2101 Winter Street, a 75,000-squarefoot building converted into artist studios by Houston developer Jon Deal back in 2005, was the first in a series of buildings transformed into spaces for creatives, generating Sawyer Yards, an arts campus Houston takes pride in. After the devastating fire bombing of Winter Street in December 2022, the artists in the building lost countless irreplaceable works, had to find ways to salvage smokedamaged art, and lost access to their studio spaces for nearly a year. For many artists in the building, the fire impacted their livelihood, as many are successful professional artists for whom art is their main source of income. However, the problem of not having access to their studios as well
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Cleanup efforts after the Dec. 20, 2022, fire that devastated Winter Street Studios: Ellen Orseck and studio mate Barbara Hall.
as the building and all it represents was not just one of logistics. Beyond practical considerations, which tend to be impossible to overlook, artists struggle with so much more. Making art takes courage – in addition to hard work, skill, space, time, and art supplies. A supportive environment is crucial for creatives trying to stay inspired, productive, and confident. “I think most artists struggle with doubts alone, so when these things happen, it only adds to that doubt,” said resident artist Michelle Huff, re-
ferring to the closure of the building after the fire. “We all went through it, and some decided to move on or find other studios during the 11 months we waited for the building to be ready. I painted in my home studio. Every day. All day. In fact, most everything displayed in my studio today is post Dec. 20, 2022. I am most looking forward to getting back around my creative family and being able to talk art to people other than the ones who live with me.” Other artists in the building echoed Huff ’s sentiments about the difficulty of not having access to their studios. “The fire deeply affected me, leaving me without a workspace for about a month until I found a temporary studio,” said Edgar Medina. “It also took a toll on my sales without the monthly Open Studio to showcase our artwork. Looking ahead to the reopening of my studio, I’m personally excited to open the doors again. I can’t wait to welcome both new and familiar faces, inviting them to explore my studio gallery. Engaging in conversations about my artwork and reconnecting with returning art enthusiasts is something I truly look forward to. Overall, I’m overjoyed that Winter Street is back, and I’m thrilled to share our beautifully revamped space with everyone.”
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Kutra is a 101-year-old veteran who was honored at the event.
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St. Ambrose Lady Hornets varsity volleyball team celebrates undefeated season and championship victory By Stefanie Thomas editor@theleadernews.com In a remarkable display of talent and determination, the St. Ambrose Catholic School Lady Hornets varsity volleyball team concluded their 2023 season with an undefeated record and clinched the championship title. The Lady Hornets’ journey to their championship victory included 12 regular season games, competing in the Galveston-Houston Catholic Athletic Association (GHCAA), which combined two divisions based on enroll-
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In the heart of the Heights, the Houston Junior Forum (HJF), a women’s service organization founded in 1946, continues its legacy of community service by extending a helping hand to seniors at the All Saints Third Age Learning Center (TALC). This collaboration emerged after the forum’s own senior program concluded its 37-year run in 2004, prompting the search for a similar initiative dedicated to serving older adults, children, youth, and women in the community. HJF approached All Saints about the opportunity to volunteer and enhance the TALC senior program and were met with open arms. Among the various events organized by the HJF, the annual Veterans Day Celebration stands out as a highlight. Hosted on the campus of All Saints Catholic Church in the Heights at 215 E. 10th Street, the celebration brings joy and pride to the veterans in attendance. This year’s Veterans Day Celebration, held on Nov. 9, was particularly significant as it marked the first inperson event since 2019, following closure of the event due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The festivities, featuring the renowned Big Ed and the Happy Band, were punctuated by the recognition of 12 veterans in attendance. Among them, 101-year-old WWII Army veteran Emil Kutra, and three female veterans were welcomed and honored. 102-year-old WWII and Korean War Marine veteran, Colonel Joe McPhail, could not attend the ceremony due to his Veterans Day obligations at other events, but he can be seen occasionally having lunch at The TALC hot lunch offering. Colonel Travis Koch, USAF, retired, added a poignant moment to the celebration by presenting the American flag, while veterans were honored with applause as their service theme songs played.
ment: Division 1 for smaller schools and Division 2 for larger schools. St. Ambrose was placed in the North Division 1, competing against seven other schools during the regular season. Without suffering a single loss all regular season, the team ultimately faced Corpus Christi in a 2-out-of-3 championship match that ended after only two games, with the St. Ambrose Lady Hornets winning the first two games to seal the deal. The team’s dominance was evident as they secured a convincing victory with scores of 25-15 and 25-10 against Corpus Christi.
Coach Chet Wood expressed his pride and gratitude for the remarkable journey. “We had just an incredible number of talented girls on our team,” he said. “When I was thinking about this team over the summer, I had it in my head how it would all fall into place. These girls were working their tails off, and the group very naturally became something even better than I hoped for. It was really neat—a blessing of great talent and just really good kids.” See HORNETS P. 7
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On Sept. 16, 2023, the St. Ambrose Volleyball Varsity team won the Incarnate Word Academy 2023 Middle School Volleyball Invitational. Madelyn Wood (left) and Brooke Wisnoski (center) earned “All Tournament”. Demi Descant (right) earned “MVP of the Tournament.”
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Crime Stoppers of Houston seeks tips in fatal auto-pedestrian crash last month From Community Reports Crime Stoppers and the Houston Police Department Vehicular Crimes Division need the public’s assistance identifying the suspect(s) responsible for a Hit and Run – Failure to Stop and Render Aid – Fatality. On Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, at approximately 2:39 a.m., Sarah McDaniel was struck by a vehicle in the 2100 block of N. Loop West Rd. in Houston, Texas. McDaniel was walking across the street when an unknown vehicle traveling eastbound hit her. The driver fled the scene without rendering aid. McDaniel's injuries were too severe, and she died. Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information
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Police search for masked gunmen in connection with deadly shooting on W. 34th Street By Stefanie Thomas editor@theleadernews.com A man was fatally shot in the 4800 block of W. 34th St. early Sunday morning, according to Houston Police. Jodi Silva, spokeswoman for the Houston Police Department, said dispatch received a report of a discharge of firearms around 4 a.m. on Nov. 11, 2023. "Once we arrived we found a male lying on the sidewalk with multiple gunshot wounds," she said. "There was also a female on scene who stated she was
walking with the victim when a dark-colored sedan drove up. They were wearing ski masks." Police said the men got out of the car and confronted the victim. One of the suspects reportedly fired a weapon several times. The female witness, who ran and hid, was not injured. Silva said the unknown suspects then fled the scene. It is unknown at this time whether the shooting was gang-related. Identification of the victim is pending. Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477).
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Mix and ‘Mingle All The Way’ at Stomping Grounds Dec. 2 From Community Reports Garden Oaks go-to for dining, retail and entertainment hosts local holiday market WHO: Stomping Grounds, a cultural oasis of dining, retail and entertainment nestled in the heart of Garden Oaks. Mingle, a local makers market that celebrates the creativity and craftsmanship of the community by providing a platform to showcase unique goods, foster connections and support the growth of local small businesses. WHAT: ‘Tis the season for shopping! Mingle is heading to Stomping Grounds for its annual ‘Mingle All the Way’ Holiday Market on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Get ahead on your holiday shopping list while supporting local makers and small businesses in Houston. The full day of festive fun will feature 30+ vendors, including Stomping Grounds’
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Garden Oaks ‘go-to’ for dining, retail and entertainment hosts local holiday market.
very own Her & Reese Boutique and Becca Cakes, and showcase a mix of home décor, fashion, floral, baby and kids and more. Dress to impress with photo opps galore, including photos with Santa from noon-2 p.m. and the opportunity to reserve mini photo sessions with a professional photographer on-site.
Keep the kids busy with activities and Christmas crafts, and enjoy a day filled with food and drinks from Stomping Grounds’ best-in-class local restaurants and bars. WHEN: ‘Mingle All the Way’ Holiday Market; Saturday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. WHERE: Stomping Grounds,
1207-1227 W. 34th St., Houston, TX 77018 GOOD TO KNOW: Nestled in the heart of Garden Oaks, Stomping Grounds offers a blend of culinary, retail, and community experiences. Spanning three acres and encompassing 26,000-square-feet of retail and restaurants, along with 8,000-square-feet of outdoor green space, Stomping Grounds offers a diverse tenant mix of local operators that contribute to the dynamic fabric of the surrounding neighborhood. The Green at Stomping Grounds stands as the focal point for community culture and connection, offering an array of weekly events that range from fine art showcases and artisan markets to fitness classes and concerts with local artists. Stomping Grounds is located at 1207-1227 W. 34th St., Houston, TX 77018. For more information, visit stompinggroundshtx.com.
THRIVE Performance and Regenerative Medicine opens in Houston Heights From Community Reports Drs. Rhet Langley and Phillip Gallegos, leading experts in integrative and regenerative medicine, announced the Nov.8 opening of THRIVE, a trailblazing health clinic and sanctuary for transformation at 802 W. 18th Street in Houston Heights, to expertly guide patients to optimal health through an integrative approach from regenerative medicine to preventative and performance medicine. THRIVE offers therapies and medical treatments that revolutionize healthcare by combining functional and integrative medicine with regenerative therapies to optimize human health. Langley, Gallegos, and the clinic’s medical team proactively address patients’ unique concerns versus relying on conventional, reactive protocols that frequently call for medications or surgery. This individualistic approach empowers patients with welcome alternatives and often greater efficacy and safety than traditional methods to address the root cause of chronic disease. “THRIVE is a true wellness destination for the mind, heart, body and soul,” said co-founder Gallegos, a former hospital medical director and chief of anesthesia specializing in pain management control strategies and pre-operative health optimization. “Here, we transform health by combining ancient wisdom and modern science to help people on their journey to nurture the body as their greatest asset to boost their quality of life.” “Patients are seeking comprehensive care that extends far beyond the boundaries of traditional healthcare providers, which is further hindered by the broken healthcare system,” added co-founder Langley, an anesthesiologist himself, who specializes in ultrasound and the use of interventional blocks for pain control and now focuses on regenerative therapies for pain management. “THRIVE tar-
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THRIVE, a trailblazing health clinic and sanctuary for transformation at 802 W. 18th Street in Houston Heights, opened Nov. 8.
Services for peak mental health and fitness include counseling, psychotherapy, and EMDR therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression and addiction.
gets all aspects of daily life, from sleep, sex and athletic performance to pain management, mental health, and nutrition. Our approach personalizes each patient’s journey to discover the root causes of their problems and provides a complete road map to a happier, healthier, and thriving life.” Regenerative techniques such as stem cell therapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy use a patient’s cells, plasma, and platelets that contain essential growth factors that contribute to tissue healing, repair, and resolve inflammation. Performance-focused services enhance physical well-being and accelerate recovery with treatments such as FIELD neurofeedback AI guided brain training, TUNE Bed vibroacoustic therapy, an efficient de-stressing technology for modern-day evolution, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, cryotherapy, lymphatic compression, Joovv red light therapy, hydroxy therapy and ozone therapy. Services for peak mental health and fitness include counseling, psychotherapy, and EMDR therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression and addiction and flexible therapy options through telehealth sessions. The clinic also addresses men’s and women’s sexual and reproductive health, including hormone balancing and treatments for erectile dysfunction (ED). THRIVE focuses on
hormonal health in men and women, using not only blood biomarkers but also advanced DUTCH testing to uncover hormone imbalances. THRIVE’s anti-aging services provide precise insights into a person’s health and biologic age by deploying epigenetics to understand how lifestyle choices influence gene activation and disease risk, Galleri testing to detect cancer (#2 cause of death), cardiometabolic testing to minimize risk of heart disease (#1 killer of men and women) and employ protocols to improve healthspan (quality of years). Metabolic health services include comprehensive laboratory tests combined with PNOĒ, which analyzes your metabolism, VO2max, and biological age to prescribe nutrition and lifestyle personalized to your unique biology. Weight management services are guided by personalized plans, ancestral living principles, fitness guidance, therapies, health coaching, and holistic nutrition services, including body composition analysis and continuous glucose monitoring. “From our new Heights location, we can effectively address the whole person and seek answers to everyday concerns associated with exhaustion, brain fog, pain, stiffness, injuries, stress, weight gain, and poor sleep to achieve a sustainable, balanced approach to health and a sense
of freedom from long-term burdens and failures experienced in traditional medicine,” said Gallegos. “Empowering Your Health is our slogan and we truly seek to educate our clients and build them up so that they can take ownership of their health – we are merely the patients’ guide along the journey,” said Langley. The architecture and interior design of the THRIVE location promote stress reduction and soothe the five senses, said Dr. Langley, a U.S. Air Force veteran and Dr. Gallegos, a U. S. Army veteran who both understand firsthand the toll of stress and inflammation on the body, and the healing value of healthy lifestyle and positive mindset. Drs. Langley and Gallegos wanted patients to have an immersive escape at the clinic to tap into their parasympathetic – rest and digest/stay and play – part of the nervous system so they could rejuvenate. THRIVE is the antithesis of modern-day doctor’s offices - thoughtfully integrated woods, venetian plaster, biophilic design, beautifully curated art, water and architectural features, including natural light and plants in the treatment rooms, are a retreat from the everyday and bring peace. THRIVE is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. THRIVE Medicine is a direct care payment model where patients pay the practice directly based on a defined set of services customized for each patient. This system replaces third-party insurance coverage and provides patients with enhanced services over traditional fee-for-service medicine. Such services may include real-time access via advanced communication technology to their personal physician, extended visits, in some cases, home-based medical visits, and highly personalized, coordinated care administration with an emphasis on excellent patient service.
THE WEEKEND. Thrills around Town, Nov. 17-19 Compiled by Lisa Morales The Leader News Contributor THE CADILLAC THREE, WITH JOHN HOLLIER
Who: Adults and families When: Saturday, Nov. 18, 8 a.m. Where: The Heights Theater – 339 W. 19th St. What: Country/rock music performance Costs: $22 Tickets: prekindle.com THE GREAT HOUSTON PIE RUN
Who: Adults and families When: Saturday, Nov. 18, 7:30 a.m. Where: King’s BierHaus in the Heights – 2044 E. TC Jester Blvd.
What: A timed race that includes beer and pie Costs: $20 Info: meetup.com THE FRENCH FARM WINTER OPEN WAREHOUSE SALE
Who: Adults and families When: Saturday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: The French Farm Warehouse – 916 W. 23rd St. What: Warehouse Sale – European gourmet goods and gifts Costs: Free Info: thefrenchfarm.com HOUSTON CREATIVE’S MARKET
Who: Adults and families When: Sunday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: 2706 White Oak Dr.
What: Art market, food Cost: Free Bachata & Salsa Class Who: Adults When: Sunday, Nov. 19, 6 p.m.11 p.m. Where: La Coqueta – 2020 Studewood St. What: Dance lessons Cost: $15-$80 Tickets: eventbrite.com BRING YOUR FAVORITE BOOK MEETING
Who: Adults When: Sunday, Nov. 19, noon1 p.m. Where: Heights Bier Garten What: Book Club Cost: Free Info: meetup.com Plantsgiving Who: Adults and families
When: Sunday, Nov. 19, noon6 p.m. Where: M-K-T Market – 600 N. Shepherd Dr. What: Houston Plant Market and local vendors Cost: Free YOGA & CHILLZ
Who: Adults When: Sunday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m. Where: Eureka Heights Brewery – 941 W. 18th What: Vinyasa Flow Cost: Donations welcome
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town — Parlor Doughnuts! By Elena Sandovici The Leader News Contributor Have you ever had a layered donut? If not, head to the newly opened Parlor Doughnuts at 506 Yale Street Unit A (former location of La Vibra Tacos) and check out these unique craft donut creations. It’s hard to describe the texture and deliciousness of these small batch produced teats. They’re in some ways similar to croissants, buttery, layered and tender inside, but they are also big and fluffy like donuts someone’s grandma would lovingly make, fried to perfection and topped with glazes in various enticing flavors. Though if you prefer a treat that’s scrumptious but not quite as sweet, you can ask for a Plain Jane, a layered donut sans glaze, but with the option to have it coated in sugar. Personally, I tried one of the
French Toast donuts, rumored to be the most popular, during one of Parlor Doughnuts’ opening events last week. It was definitely a treat I’ll happily wake up for in the morning! And if you truly are a morning person, you’ll be glad to learn that Parlor Doughnuts opens at 6:30 a.m. on weekdays (8 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday). They also have an impressive La Marzocco espresso machine that can keep you happily caffeinated with top notch cappuccinos or any other espresso beverage you might want (including an impressive array of flavored lattes). They offer regular drip coffee too, as well as matcha and chai drinks. Parlor Doughnuts is open until 6:30 p.m. on weekdays, and 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The décor is an attractive mix of modern and cozy, and between the deli-
cious donuts, the availability of flawless espresso beverages, and the generous opening hours, we find that this could be a nice new neighborhood haunt where one could while away some time reading the
paper, doing work, or visiting leisurely with friends. It’s definitely nice to have yet another sweet spot in our neighborhood, one that seems to offer something for every palate.
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You’ll find layered donuts and more yummy goodness at the newly opened Parlor Doughnuts at 506 Yale Street.
Tyra is one of the friendly faces you’ll find catering to your donut needs at Parlor Doughnuts on Yale Street.
REVIEW: Breakfast at bellagreen By Elena Sandovici The Leader News Contributor Have you been to bellagreen lately? There might be a surprise in store for you, something that could make your life easier and more delicious! The casual earth-friendly restaurant that has a convenient location at 748 E. 11th St. is now serving breakfast! I was invited to try their new breakfast items so I could tell you about them. So, on a rainy weekday morning, I enjoyed quite a scrumptious breakfast at bellagreen. While the menu ofPhoto by Elena Sandovici fers quite an array of options, and the Bellagreen on E. 11th St. now offers a breakfast manager recommended the Greek menu that features both sweet and savory delicacies. Yogurt Pancakes that did look and
sound both healthy and delicious, I personally can never say no to a nice stack of corn cakes straight off the griddle. So, I opted for Johnnycakes to satisfy that craving, then chose a very healthy sounding savory option, the Power Protein Bowl, to go with it. Full disclosure: I took leftovers home and had them for lunch. I was happily satiated until dinnertime. The Johnnycakes were everything my corn-loving heart desired: Fluffy, tender, golden, and accompanied by just the right amount of butter and syrup. Definitely a perfect breakfast in my book. The Protein Bowl I also liked. It packed a lot of nutritious value, and I appreciated
the opportunity to start the day off with a colorful, antioxidant-packed assortment of veggies. It contained cubed roasted sweet potatoes, a good chunk of avocado, sauteed spinach with tomatoes, black beans and corn, and was topped with an egg, which I chose to have over easy. While this didn’t make my heart sing quite like the glorious Johnnycakes, I know it provided my body with useful fuel, and it felt good to eat something healthy early in the day. I also have to say, I’m partial to breakfast menus that offer a balanced assortment of both sweet and savory options, and the new bellagreen menu definitely delivers. Some of the
yummy-sounding items I passed up, and which I’ll definitely go back to try, include: Challah French Toast topped with strawberries & dusted with powdered sugar, the Greek Yogurt Pancakes the manager had recommended, Sun’s Up Avocado Toast, Yogurt & Granola Parfait, and The Simple Breakfast Plate – a classic that’s definitely bound to please. With breakfast being, perhaps, the most important meal of the day, it’s nice to have more local options when it comes to choosing both healthy and satisfying nourishment to start the day off with. Bellagreen serves breakfast daily from 7-11 a.m.
Food & supply drive benefiting Tony’s Place scheduled for Nov. 30 at Eureka Heights Brewing By Stefanie Thomas editor@theleadernews.com As the holiday season approaches, the Greater Houston LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce Foundation is gearing up for one of its most anticipated events of the year—the 2023 Chamber Holiday Food & Supply Drive. This charitable initiative aims to support Tony’s Place, a vital resource center and community space dedicated to assisting LGBTQ+ youth in need.
Tony’s Place focuses on delivering five core services: ensuring that basic needs like food and shelter are met, case management. support services, community engagement, and advocacy. Donors are asked to bring their donation to Eureka Heights Brew Co. at 941 W. 18th St., on Nov. 30, between 4-7 p.m. For a list of needed items, please visit houstonlgbtqc h a m b e r f o u n d a t i o n . o r g. Sponsorships for this year's food drive are also available.
For the Greater Houston LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Holiday Food & Supply Drive is about fostering a sense of community and giving back during the festive season. By leveraging their resources, the Chamber aims to bring together businesses and individuals to support LGBTQ+ youth, emphasizing the importance of compassion and solidarity during the holidays. "We share because we care, and we need YOUR
help!" the Chamber states on its website, encouraging the community to join hands in making this year's Chamber Holiday Food & Supply Drive a resounding success. Last year's Chamber Holiday Food Drive made a significant impact, providing over 15,000 free meals to seniors at the Law Harrington Senior Living Center—an LGBTQ-affirming housing center—and other non-residents through Montrose Center programs.
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Protected bicycle lanes are coming to 11th Street in the Heights, where drivers will have fewer lanes to maneuver along one of the neighborhood's most popular thoroughfares. That is by design, according to Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, who announced Tuesday that the City of Houston will move forward with its long-debated plan to transform traffic on 11th Street in the interest of safety and to make the road more multimodal. Bike lanes will be added on
both sides of 11th between North Shepherd Drive and Michaux Street, where there will be one vehicular lane in each direction with a center, left-turn lane along the stretch between Yale and Studewood streets. The plan also calls for bike lanes along Michaux between 11th and Stude Park to the south as well as protected crossings for pedestrians and cyclists at intersections such as 11th and Nicholson Street, where the Heights Hike-and-Bike Trail crosses 11th, and Michaux and White Oak Drive. There now are two vehicle lanes in each direction on 11th
between Shepherd and Michaux, and no center turn lanes. "With four lanes for cars, the street encourages fast driving," Turner said in a 4-minute, 30-second video released by his office. "That speed results in 10 percent more crashes than the average road across the state of Texas. Those crashes are at nearly every intersection between Michaux and Shepherd. Eleventh Street is not safe for the neighborhood." David Fields, the chief transportation planner for the city, said Photo by Adam Zuvanich construction is estimated to start A cyclist waits to cross 11th Street at its intersection with NicholSee 11th Street P. 5
son Street. The City of Houston is adding protected bike lanes on 11th and reducing the number of vehicle lanes.
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Photo by Mark Lear An eastern screech owl named Owlouette loves on Beaker, one of her offspring, in the backyard of Oak Forest resident Mark Lear.
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Big art, small studio. An artist with ties to the Heights will display her work on Almeda Road.
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Top talent. Evelyn Garcia of "Top Chef" fame brings her brand of cuisine to the Heights.
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Joy for Julep. A Washington Avenue cocktail bar won a James Beard Award this week.
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There are loving displays of care and affection, inspirational moments and harrowing scenes that can end up being upsetting. Eating is a big part of the action as well, with the stars of the show making the most of the ingredients they have available. There’s also an eclectic soundtrack, with rustling, rattling, whinnying and hooting. The feed from the camera in the backyard of Oak Forest resident Pam Berry – set up inside a wooden owl house that her boyfriend built and affixed to an oak tree – creates a nightly show that’s a cross between “The Bachelor,” “The Voice,” “Survivor” and “Chopped.” But Berry says it’s more entertaining than any reality show, because what she’s watching is actually real. Call it “Chronicles of Eastern Screech Owls, The Nesting Edition,” which offers a unique glimpse into the lives and annual mating rituals of nocturnal birds that are common in the Houston region. “It’s better than TV,” Berry said. “Sometimes we’ll put the video up on the TV and watch it for a while.” Berry and her boyfriend, Spring Branch resident Scott
Photo by Mark Lear Three owlets stick their heads out of the owl house in Mark Lear’s Oak Forest backyard earlier this year.
Sherrill, who works as a handyman in the Garden Oaks, Oak Forest and Shepherd Park Plaza area, both have owl boxes equipped with cameras in their backyards. Sherrill said he’s constructed a couple dozen or so of the small wooden structures for other local residents, in the hopes the bird
The yearslong effort to construct a high-speed railway between Houston and Dallas appears to have stalled, at least for the time being. Carlos Aguilar announced last weekend in a LinkedIn post that he had resigned as CEO of Texas Central, the Dallas-based company behind the quest to connect the state’s two largest cities with a bullet train. His departure comes as the Texas Supreme Court considers a case that will determine whether the company has the legal authority to exercise eminent domain - likely a critical factor in its ability to acquire the land needed for the proposed railway - and amid questions about the project’s financial viability. Carlos Aguilar “While I could not align our current stakeholders on a common vision for a path forward, I wish the project the greatest success and remain convinced of the importance of this venture for the safety and prosperity of all Texans,” Aguilar wrote. “... Texas and the U.S. deserve the best transportation options and I am convinced that in time, these will become a reality.” Texas Central did not respond to a Tuesday email seeking comment, nor did representatives of a Dallas-based public relations firm that has worked for the company. A call to the phone number listed online at texascentral.com, cited as a hotline for the bullet train project, was answered with a recording that said, “The number you dialed is not in service at this time.” It is unclear who is leading the company, if anyone, as there was nothing listed under an “Executive Leadership Team” header on the Texas Central website. The site also said the company has no current job openings. A string of news releases on the Texas Central website ends with an announcement dated Sept. 21, 2020. That’s when the company said the Federal Railroad Administration had issued a series of safety and operational standards that
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Carter comes home as new principal at Hamilton By Adam Zuvanich azuvanich@theleadernews.com
Erika Carter has never lived in the Heights, but she’s long considered Hamilton Middle School to be home. It’s where she started her teaching career more than two decades ago and spent the first 13 years of her tenure with Houston ISD. First
tant principal and a summer school principal. She still kept tabs on the Heights campus after leaving to fulfill other roles at other HISD schools and, when she learned about an opening in the principal’s office, Carter said she jumped at the chance. She started this week as the new principal at Hamilton, 139 E. 20th St.
teacher, I always wanted to give back to it.” Carter succeeds Robert Michaels-Johnson, who she referenced as having retired. Michaels-Johnson declined an interview request made through the HISD Press Office, which did not answer emailed questions about the length of his tenure, his accomplishments or the nature
the seventh-most pandemicresilient middle school in the Houston region. A total of 107 Houston-area schools received that distinction, signifying that at least 75 percent of their students were classified as economically disadvantaged, they received A or B performance ratings for the 2018-19 school year and had maintained or improved their
Mayor Sylvester Turner, in collaboration with the Houston Housing & Community Development Department and the Houston Parks & Recreation Department, commemorated $2 million in upgrades to Winzer Park at 7300 Carver Rd. on Nov. 6. The park is one of the 50 parks highlighted in Turner's 50/50 Park Partner initiative, reflecting the city's commitment to enhancing public spaces. The overall public investment in the 50/50 initiative has surpassed $14 million. Winzer Park's comprehensive improvements encompass various amenities, including the addition of a new 'sprayground', resurfacing of tennis courts, establishment of an outdoor exercise area featuring shade sails, creation of a new picnic area and shelter, installation of new furnishings, widening of walking trails, implementation of new fencing, upgraded lighting, enhanced landscaping, and improved drainage and detention systems. The total investment in this revitalization project amounts to $2,676,795. "The redevelopment of Winzer Park consisted of installing an entry plaza and entry sign; new concrete trails; a picnic pavilion; new playground equipment and swings for various age groups; exercise stations with shade sails; a new splashpad with shade, benches and pic-
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nic tables, ornamental fencing, plantings including trees and grass, irrigation; and site lighting," said Lisa Johnson, Division Manager with the COH General Services Department. "The project includes grading, drainage and site detention. Improvements were also made to the tennis courts and the ballfield fencing." Funding for the Winzer Park enhancements was derived from multiple sources, accord-
ing to city officials, including Community Development Block Grant funds, the Parks and Recreation Dedication Fund, and Parks Consolidated Construction funds. This collaborative financing approach underscores the commitment of both city departments and community stakeholders to elevate the park's facilities and recreational offerings. Originally acquired by the City of Houston in 1978 under
the name Carver Park, the park underwent a renaming a decade later to honor the memory of HPD Officer Andrew Winzer, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty in February 1988. Winzer Park, with its rich history, continues to serve as a vital community space, and these latest improvements aim to enhance the overall experience for residents and park visitors alike. The unveiling of the Winzer Park enhancements marks another milestone in the ongoing efforts to improve and expand Houston's public spaces, aligning with Turner's broader vision for a more vibrant and accessible city.
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NFL game is more than $500. What do Super Bowl tickets go for? The cheapest single ticket for the 2023 game was $3,480. The average price was $8,837. But it doesn’t get shared with local governments. It gets shared with the other 32 team owners. Oh, and the NFL has copyrighted the name Super Bowl. I hope they don’t bill me. We all love those Super Bowl halftime shows. Big stars, fireworks, lots of fun, but the NFL tried to charge the stars for having the privilege of performing. No dice. Then there is the cost of security, and there is lots of it. The FBI, FEMA, TSA, the Customs and Border Patrol, and various local police departments are part of the security team. The Washington Post, those wet blankets, said in an editorial that the NFL should pick up the tab. There the obvious pluses. The additional visitors eat and drink and those are taxed. At the local airports the private jets of the owners and celebrities are lined up wingtip to wingtip. I assume they have to pay for the parking spot. Cab, Uber and Lift drivers must have a profitable Super Bowl weekend. (Incidentally, Houston will host some World Cup matches in 2026. Games will be played at NRG Stadium that summer. You might want to rent out your spare bedroom.) But there is the crowding out effect, which is when crowds going to a sporting event displace regular spending. So if the Super Bowl fills every hotel that would normally be 80 percent occupied, the NFL is only accounting for the 20 percent, but again, the 20 percent increase in your business is a nice boost. It is often said (mainly by the NFL) that the Super Bowl
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and 2017. I hope we made a fortune, but maybe not. The NFL claims the Super Bowl can bring $300 to $500 million to host cities, but economists believe it brings those cities between $30 million and $130 million. Not bad, certainly. But there are hidden costs, which shows the NFL makes out like a firstround draft pick quarterback. Just look at some of these expenses and perks. The Minneapolis Star Tribune got its hands on the NFL’s 153-page bid book for 2014. The document lists millions of dollars’ worth of the NFL’s specifications and requirements for host cities. The list includes: parking spaces, hotel rooms, transportation, billboards, security, food, access to golf courses and bowling alleys, along with an exemption on paying city and, state taxes. Get this: 800 pounds of ice must be provided to each team’s practice facility every day. In return, the NFL gets to keep all the ticket money including the suites. In 2008, Glendale, Arizona, hosted Super Bowl 42, and the city’s mayor told ESPN that the city lost $1 million in the process. In 2016, San Francisco hosted a week of events leading up to Super Bowl 50, which was being held in Santa Clara, and San Francisco ended up with a $4.8 million public services bill. The average cost for a family of four to attend an
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brings wonderful publicity to the host city. Certainly the host gets a lot of publicity, almost all of it favorable. They never cite the crime rate or show the sidewalks filled with the homeless. Around the world, 114.4 million viewers watched Super Bowl XLIX in Phoenix in 2015, making it the most watched TV event in American history. The 2023 game was viewed by a mere 113 million viewers. On the other hand, the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton was watched by 161 million people. We must wonder if they copyrighted the event. The TV networks profit. In 2022, CBS raked in a record $545 million in ad revenue during Super Bowl LV, according to Reuters. USA Today reports that this year NBC sold virtually all of its Super Bowl ads by last September and demanded a record $6.5 million for a 30-second spots. Despite all the above, I always watch the Super Bowl. Don’t you? Finally, while the Metroplex gets so cocky about all the attention received by hosting its games in this year’s World Series, they were viewed by the lowest viewership totals of any World Series since records have been kept, going back to the 1960s. Ashby scalps tickets at ashby2@comcast.net Editor’s note: This column and its contents do not necessarily reflect the views of The Leader News, its staff, or its publisher. The Leader News welcomes opinion articles on matters of interest to Greater Heights residents. Publication is at the discretion of the editor.
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WINTER STREET STUDIOS, from P. 1
HORNETS, from P. 1 One challenge for the team was the unfamiliarity with the teams they encountered during the playoffs. “We wound up playing three other divisions that we hadn’t seen during the regular season, so there were 24 or so teams that you don’t really know how good or dominant they are until you get into the playoffs,” Wood said. Still, his emphasis on maintaining focus and avoiding complacency proved to be a guiding principle for the Lady Hornets. “I kept telling them, ‘Do not get complacent. If you want to make it far and do well in the playoffs, every point counts.’ And that’s exactly the mindset they kept. They really dominated in our own division and, when playoffs started, they kept that same focus.” On teamwork The team, consisting of 10 girls, with nine of them in 8th grade and one in 6th grade, demonstrated exceptional motivation and teamwork, Wood said. He attributed their success, in part, to their shared history. “Most of these girls have gone to school with each other since pre-K and played sports together since first or second grade,” he said. “They’re very competitive with each other. When they see someone on the team do something that’s effective, they feed off each other’s energy and drive, and imitate what works.” St. Ambrose varsity volleyball setter Demiryn Descant, an 8th-grader, said the hard work the team put in throughout the season, the personal sacrifices and challenges as they geared up for the championship, were ultimately validated by the team’s sweeping victory. “It was nerve-wracking, and stressful at times, but the result was worth it. In the days before playoffs, we practiced three or four times a week, as much as we could. We’d work on our skills, rotations, consistent servings. It took a lot of hard work to get where we were,” Descant said. “We put our hearts into it. I told myself we’re going to do this. We were so excited when we won the second playoff game, it was incredible.” Madelyn Wood, also an 8th-grader, an outside hitter, and Coach Wood’s daughter, echoed these sentiments in describing the challenges of being a student athlete and the teamwork that helped achieve the ultimate win, on and off the court. “It can be difficult at times,
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A winning team: The St. Ambrose Lady Hornets went undefeated during the 2023 season and secured the championship title.
especially with loads of practice, but it’s all worth it in the end,” she said. “We kept getting lots of homework, too, but we helped each other by reminding each other about assignments. We were there for each other.” On motivation Nurturing a winning team isn’t easy, Wood conceded, but the fact that the girls on his team were the best of friends years before they joined the volleyball team, helped forge a natural bond of trust and confidence. On their end, the girls appreciated Wood’s guidance and encouragement. “In 6th grade, I didn’t feel like volleyball was that much fun.,” Descant said. “Coach Chet [Wood] really boosted our spirits, though, and we were ready to win. He helped me so much, personally, and was a big part of the success of the team.” As for Madelyn, she acknowledged that being the coach’s daughter could – in theory -- be a double-edged sword, but one that worked in everyone’s favor in this case. “He was hard on me. He didn’t allow any shortcuts because I’m his daughter,” she said of her dad’s coaching. “And it worked to everyone’s benefit – mine and the team’s. He made me, us, better.” The power of community What does it feel like to be in, and win, a championship game? The consensus – elation. This was especially the case here, since the Lady Hornets came so close to the championship win just last year, when the title was just within reach in 2022. Back then Wood had to miss the playoffs due to illness, and despite a valiant effort by his temporary replacement, as well as the team, St. Ambrose lost in the first round of playoffs. It made this year’s win even sweeter. Wood said he was especially impressed by the way the St. Ambrose community participated in the journey to volley-
ball greatness. The audience, the cheers, the traveling parents, the support from peers – it all made the achievement all the more special, and was quite possibly imperative for the winning streak. “Competitive sports bring us together as a community,” he said. “The way they showed up for us, we had no choice but to show up for them.” For the players, the crowd cheering “We are Hornets” louder and louder as the championship match progressed, evoked a sense of pride, school spirit, and a need to succeed. “One of the best parts about being competitive against other teams is the crowd that joins you and motivates you,” Madelyn said. “When I looked at all the people that were there from the St. Ambrose community to support us, I thought to myself, ‘Is that what the Olympics feel like?’ It felt so special, so amazingly good. I felt so proud of my team and the hard work we did to get to that point.” “It feels like a lot of pressure when the crowd cheers, ‘We are Hornets’, but it gets me pumped up and really proud to be on the team,” Descant added. “To be with these amazing people representing St. Ambrose, I’m really proud of that.” A win for the ages For St. Ambrose Catholic School, a 58-year-old institution, the Lady Hornet’s championship win was truly a historic achievement, one that will be celebrated in the school’s gym with a parade of victory banners for the foreseeable future, as an example and motivation for the next generations of students to walk through its doors. “Those are little pieces of our legacy,” Madelyn said. “Last year, our first banner ever was for an undefeated season. And this year, another undefeated season and a championship banner.” Madelyn and Descant both hope that the three volleyball banners displayed in the
St. Ambrose gym will show prospective students and their parents that the school is committed to not only academic but also athletic success, and that they will encourage future students to embrace sports at the school. Wood acknowledged the integral role of the school’s principal, Khanh Pham, who has been instrumental in energizing the school’s sports programs. “This was an incredibly special season, and a lot of it has to do with our principal putting a lot of energy into our sports programs when he arrived in 2020,” Wood said. “Sports is one of those things that brings communities together and gives them something to collectively cheer for. Fostering great sports programs and teams says a lot about the St. Ambrose community and how they show up for their teams and their kids.” The St. Ambrose Lady Hornets have set a high standard for future teams, proving that with talent, teamwork, and dedication, extraordinary achievements are possible. The girls’ advice to future student athletes? “I would tell them to never give up, keep working hard, because it’ll show in the end,” Madelyn said. “I remember always having this mindset when we were down a few points – to keep the positive in your head, one point at a time. Trust your teammates. And the coaches.” Descant said that her piece of advice for the next group of students making their mark at St. Ambrose is to not dwell on personal losses. That the idea of personally causing a loss (or a win) is faulty. “There are 25 points in the game, and just because the last point may have gone to the other team doesn’t mean it was all your fault,” she said. “Shake it off. Get back out there. Have the memory of a goldfish. Make it better on the next pass, and make it the winning point.”
The reopening of Winter Street marks the end of a long, emotionally taxing journey, but also stands testimony to the power of community. “Since the fire it has been a 24/7 effort that started with First Ward neighbors, business partners, artists from other buildings on the Sawyer Yards campus, contractors that Dealco had relationships with, and the 18 members of the Dealco Maintenance team,” said real estate developer Jon Deal. “It was literally a community effort from grass roots.” Ellen Orseck, who shares a studio with fellow artists Maxine Mueller and Barbara Hall, talked about the cleanup efforts artists engaged in after moving out of the building. “Friends helped us clean even though the items were toxic. We had to protect everyone from the noxious fumes. And we went back to see the burnt out space… it was so very sad,” she said. But The Houston Art Alliance gave us a grant to get cleaning equipment, our landlord Jon Deal brought in conservators to help us learn to clean the works properly, and friends and even folks we didn’t know offered supplies and support. Mayor Turner provided funds from the city as well.” Orseck said that she and her studio-mates got together and continued to make art together during the time that their studio space was unavailable. “Upon wrapping our arms around the tragedy of December of 2022,” said Deal, “we
immediately focused on the positive and were determined to make Winter Street Studios shine again. Winter Street Studios is the backbone of the Sawyer Yards campus. Had I not taken the risk on the redevelopment of the 2101 Winter Street building into Winter Street Studios, Sawyer Yards would not have happened. Winter Street was the catalyst and should be celebrated as the anchor to what is one of the largest, if not the largest, community of artists in the United States. When the rebuild of Winter Street Studios is complete and all studios are reoccupied, we will have 400 working art studios housing over 450 creative people who are what makes Sawyer Yards what it is today.” The rebuilding process is not over yet, with Section C of Winter Street expected to be completed by April 2024. Chrissy Doolen, a jeweler whose studio in Section C is not yet ready, has been active in getting together the first Winter Street Exhibition in the A&B Halls in time for Second Saturday. “The Exhibition is called WIP2023 - Winter in Progress,” Doolen said. “The feeling in the building is one of excitement and vibrancy. For me, just being in the building gives a sense of belonging, a heightened inspiration. I cannot wait to get back in my studio in section C. As I walked through the halls this week surrounded by amazing art, knowing what all the Winter Street artists have been through, I felt truly moved.”
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Toria Hill is one of several Winter Street Studios artists who is thrilled to be back.
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Artist Edgar Medina in front of his reopened studio gallery at Winter Street Studios.
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Art Valet: 31st Annual ArtCrawl Houston is Saturday ArtCrawl Houston returns Saturday for its 31st annual self-guided tour in the historic Downtown Artist’s Warehouse District. Events take place Saturday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m.9 p.m. at Bisong Art Gallery, Hardy & Nance Studios, and Mother Dog Studios, located between San Jacinto, I-10, and McKee Street. The three spaces combined will host about a hundred artists. It’s about a 10-minute walk at the farthest points between Hardy & Nance and Mother Dog, with Bisong Gallery roughly at the midpoint. Explore contemporary art from emerging and mid-career artists at Bisong Art Gallery, located at 1305 Sterrett St., 77002. The gallery exhibits a variety of mediums from paintings, photography, hand blown glass, sculptures, mixed media, and public art. Bisong Art Gallery is located in the Erie City Iron Works, completed in 1909, incidentally. The warehouses in this
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part of town, what’s left of them, are old and make for a nice walk if you like nostalgia. Learn more at bisonggallery. com. True to its name, Mother Dog Studios is the ‘mother’ of all, standing as the center of attention. Located at 720 Walnut Street, 77002. Mother Dog is the oldest surviving artist studio warehouse space in Houston. The building is a 22,000-square-foot warehouse with 17 artist studios and an expansive exhibition space called the Mother Dog Museum of Modern Art. Every year for Artcrawl, Mother Dog Studios presents
(Submitted photo) Artcrawl1: Featured at the Mother Dog Studios exhibit, left to right: Art by Charlie Jean Sartwelle, Liz Gates, and John Slaby.
an art exhibition. Last year’s exhibit was titled ‘What if ?’ They have upped their game this year with ‘WHAT IF? SOMETHING from NOTHING,’ curated by John Runnels. The artists include Charlie Jean Sartwelle (Mother Dog co-founder), John Carroll Runnels (Mother Dog co-founder), Ken Mazzu, Jeff Reese (Solomon Kane), Ste-
ven Potter, Jonas Criscoe, Will Maxen, Wendy Wight, Saran Alderson, Liz Gates, Gustavo Solorzano, Trina McIsaac, Jim Hatchett, John Slaby, and Fernando Casas. Hardy & Nance Studios is located at 902 Hardy St., 77020. Do not be alarmed by the different zip code -- it’s still just a couple of blocks. Houston is just weird. Hardy & Nance is
an artist-run studio space that has really come into its own the past few years. With yearround gallery events and third Saturday open studios, this is a must-stop art venue. Hardy & Nance only will host a preview on Friday evening from 6-9 p.m. Learn more at hardyandnancestudios.com Art events always have extras; expect to find food
trucks, live music performances, adult libations, and, of course, amazing art. The official website has all the details, including a map, at motherdogstudios.com/artcrawlhouston-2023 Cohen is an artist and founder of the First Saturday Arts Market and The Market at Sawyer Yards. Find him at ArtValet.com
(Submitted photo) Artcrawl2: Featured at the Mother Dog Studios exhibit: Left- Charlie Jean Sartwelle “Target Targeted”- mirrors on repurposed quilt, 8 ft x 8ft; right- Gustavo Solorzano “Proof of Being”.
(Submitted photo) Artcrawl3: Featured at the Mother Dog Studios exhibit, paintings on canvas by Jim Hatchett (left) and Steven Potter (right).
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