Go Big or Go Home
| May 22, 2013 | Chamber of Commerce, Community, NS Rotary, Top Stories |
What do you do when you find something in life that’s really important to you? Something that could save lives and make sense of the loss of your own child? You “Go big, or go home.” This was, Cody Stephens’ favorite saying, and that’s why his father, Scott Stephens, is talking to local school and
It’s about Love and Memories
| May 10, 2013 | Community, Top Stories |
Hundreds gathered to join in the fight against cancer at the 2013 North Channel Relay for Life on Friday, May 3rd. Businesses, organizations and individuals all rallied together in a walk around the clock that raised about $125,000 for the American Cancer Society. During the evening, a diverse selection of singers, dancers and speakers entertained
A lesson on wheels
| May 5, 2013 | Sheldon ISD, Top Stories |
In grade school teachers always ask you what you want to be when you grow up. As a child you never really know. But what you do know is that you want to be your favorite character on television, most of the time. Sometimes that can be a police officer, or a firefighter and even
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital celebrates its 65th Anniversary
| April 18, 2013 | Business, Community, Top Stories |
It was 1944 when Humble Oil and Refining donated a check for $500,000 for a “100 bed sanatorium.” Four years later, San Jacinto Memorial Hospital opened its doors. In 1963, the hospital changed its name to San Jacinto Methodist Hospital (SJMH) after being deeded to the Texas Conference of the Methodist Church. On April 12,
Channelview FFA celebrates 50th annual Livestock Show in grand fashion
| April 18, 2013 | Posted by Bob Bartel under Channelview ISD, Community, Top Stories |
The 50th annual Channelview FFA Livestock Show truly was celebrated in grand fashion, as more than $130,000 was raised to support local student scholarships. The event, held on Saturday, April 6, at the Allen Hall Fairgrounds, began with the annual parade. The parade route ran between Schochler Elementary and Channelview High School. “We never miss
Global Care Day—a coalition of community involvement
| April 17, 2013 | Posted by Bob Bartel under Business, Community, Top Stories, Volunteer Opportunities |
Hundreds of volunteer gathered on April 14 to show their love of the North Channel Community. Led by employees from LyondellBasell as part of a world-wide show of community involvement, guided in part by plans developed by the Greens Bayou Corridor Coalition (GBCC), assisted by many students from San Jacinto College North (SJCN) and
Reclaiming Civility in the Public Square
| April 14, 2013 | Posted by Bob Bartel under Chamber of Commerce, Community, Top Stories |
Our nation was founded on turmoil and difference of opinion. The democratic process is based on resolving conflicting ideas. Debate and dialogue can be a good thing when channeled into productive new ideas and necessary change. When citizens become so polarized that they loose the ability to hold civil discussions though, it can cripple a
To sleep; perchance to dream
| April 1, 2013 | Posted by Bob Bartel under Business, Community, Top Stories |
Four Hundred years ago, when Shakespeare wrote these immortal words, the character of Hamlet was contemplating death. Today, the medical community might look at these same words with a Western union point different twist. Hospitals are more concerned with quality of life, and how the inability to enter dream cycles marked by rapid eye movements
Battle rages at North Shore Middle School
| March 18, 2013 | Posted by Bob Bartel under Community, Galena Park ISD, Top Stories |
Sides were chosen, strategies formed, and after the rules for engagement were reviewed, the battles began…with a handshake. The game was chess, and 171 students had gathered on the first Saturday in March from schools across the Houston area to do battle both as individuals and as teams. Dozens of trophies would recognize those who
Sculpture exhibit opens at San Jac
| March 9, 2013 | Posted by Bob Bartel under Announcements, Community, San Jacinto North, Top Stories, Uncategorized |
A unique collection of student sculpture went on display at San Jacinto College’s Galeria del Norte (North Gallery) on March 7. The opening of the 3D art show features works from San Jacinto’s students and drew a good opening crowd. Director and Professor Joe Clark headed the event which showcased his student’s art for family,
