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the many years of planning and many hours of hard work that went into the completion of WARMs brand new home. WARM is now located at 40070 Bus Hwy 290 (next to the Waller Post Office and Waller County Land Company) in Waller.

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the friends of WARM and The Waller Area Chamber of Com-merce to mark the opening of the new WARM Treasures Thrift Shop, Administrative Offices and Assistance Office and Pantry. Following the ceremony, coffee and cookies will be served.

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By CaRRiE PRazak-GOURLEyThe Waller Times

On Wednesday, February 11, at 9 a.m., the Waller County Commissioners Court met at the Waller County Courthouse. Commissioners Justin Beckendorff, Jeron Barnett, Russell Klecka, and John Amsler were pres-ent, and Judge Trey Duhon presided.

During public comments, David Allen, a long-time resident of Prairie View, and graduate of Prairie View A&M University, who currently serves the Admissions Office as a recruiter, brought up his concerns in regards to the proposed landfill. Allen regarded the landfill as “environmental racism” due to its proximity to the uni-versity. He also pointed out that the majority of Waller County’s landfills are located around the City of Prairie View, including a large one right behind the university. Allen bemoaned the placement of Pintail landfill, not-ing that it is an “accident waiting to happen” and could

well be a future hazard to area residents as well as uni-versity students.

Allen stated that the university plans to expand its student body from 8,000 to 12,000 students, but that a nearby landfill would hinder recruitment.

County Judge Trey Duhon announced that no exec-utive session was needed, despite it being on the agenda because no settlement or term sheet had been received from Pintail, LLC. According to Duhon, the City of Hempstead and Citizens Against the Landfill (CALH) are still in the process of negotiating a settlement with Pintail.

Complicating the settlement is that attorneys for Waller County are unable to contact Pintail, LLC, due to the fact that the president, Ernest Kaufman, is out of the country and unavailable to make decisions in re-gards to the settlement.

If no settlement is reached by Friday, February

20, retired District Judge Terry Flenniken will hold a hearing in District Court 506, at which time a final judgement would be made as to the validity of the 2013 Amended Ordinance and Host Agreement, and a de-termination of allocation of attorney’s fees. If a judg-ment is made with no prior settlement, further appeals, which could be costly to the county, are likely.

According to County Judge Duhon, “Negotiations for a settlement have been positive and I am hopeful that a settlement will soon be reached.”

In other business, the court approved a payment of $77,600 to Trico Tower Services for radar equipment and accessories, and $23,820 to Hills Construction for interior work on the Justice of the Peace Office for Pct. 2.

Commissioners Court was held on Tuesday, rather than Wednesday, due to a conference commissioners were scheduled to attend.

Mike and Sylvia Eden and Sarah, a girl who resides at Little Eden Orphanage in kenya, africa. Photo courtesy of mikeeden-ministries.org.

By SyLVia EdENGuest to The Waller Times

When you mention to someone that you are traveling to Kenya during the summer, you get many diverse reactions. Some think that you are going on Safari, some think that it sounds exciting, some think that you have lost your mind, but some under-stand why you are traveling so far from home. They just get it! Because they know you and understand the call.

For several individuals from the surrounding area of Waller County, this will not be their first trip to the beautiful country of Kenya. In fact, many have made the trip several times over the past few years. They all have the same reason for going.

Mike Eden Ministries recently met with prospec-tive volunteers who will be traveling with them this year as a missionary team to Little Eden Children’s Home, which houses 67 Kenyan orphans. During

their visit, they will be involved in many missionary projects benefiting the orphans at Little Eden and also the local villagers. The team will be hosting the annual Pastors and Women’s Conferences and will also host Vacation Bible School with the children at the home and with the local village children.

Every summer, the volunteers are also involved in many construction duties. For the last two sum-mers, they have been helping to complete a new dorm for the 35 boys of Little Eden, which is located two miles from the present dorm. This was a reality that was finally reached in December of 2014, dur-ing Mike and Sylvia Eden’s Christmas visit to Little Eden. Moving day was met with excitement from everyone in the compound. The boys were excited moving into their new home and the 32 girls were ex-cited that the boys were moving into their new home.

By CaRRiE PRazak-GOURLEyThe Waller Times

On Monday, February 9 at 7 p.m., a Pct. 4 Town Hall was held at the Pattison VFD, hosted by Waller County Judge Trey Duhon and Pct. 4 Commissioner Justin Beckendorff. The purpose of the Town Hall was to discuss the current sta-tus of the landfill and litigation involv-ing the lawsuit City of Hempstead and CALH (Citizens Against the Landfill in Hempstead) v. Waller County and Pin-tail, LLC.

Over 150 citizens attended the packed meeting. Local officials in atten-dance were Judge Duhon, Commissioner Beckendorff, Pct. 3 Commissioner Jeron Barnett, Pct. 4 JP Ted Krenek, Republi-

can Party Chair Ann Davis, Hempstead City Councilman Ben Tibbs, and Zach Holland, Manager of the Bluebonnet Groundwater Conservation District.

Duhon opened the meeting stating, “The landfill case is the most complex litigation that I’ve ever been involved with in all my 20 years as a practicing attorney.” He then went on to display a powerpoint presentation which guided citizens through the lawsuit litigation history, and included a summary of the recent trial.

In regards to the trial, Duhon then emphasized that according to the Texas Public Meetings Act, the jury had deter-mined in an 11-1 verdict that the prior Commissioners Court had violated the

law.“All public business,” Duhon re-

marked, “by law, must be discussed at a public meeting and must be specifically posted on the agenda.”

A hearing to declare a judgment of the law by retired District Judge Terry Flenniken that was to take place on Jan-uary 21 was delayed due to ongoing set-tlement talks which are still in progress. If no settlement is reached soon, Judge Flenniken will pronounce judgment on the jury verdict in a hearing now sched-uled for February 20.

Duhon stated that any settlement would involve an agreement on payment of attorneys fees by Waller County, and would void the 2013 Ordinance and Host

Agreement, and would prohibit further appeals.

“The county must approach the settlement with an unemotional business assessment,” Duhon stated. He went on to say that a settlement is in the best interest of the county because it would resolve the lawsuit, stop the bleeding, prevent further appeals, and ultimately save the county money.

On January 12, the Commissioners Court voted 3-2 (with Judge Duhon and Commissioners Russell Klecka of Pct. 2 and John Amsler of Pct. 1 voting for and Commissioners Jeron Barnet of Pct. 3 and Beckendorff voting against) to void

Commissioners Court Awaits Settlement Terms

A Journey to Little Eden A Snapshot of Mike Eden Ministries Kenyan Orphanage

Town Hall Reveals Split in Commissioners Court

WARM Plans February 21 Ribbon Cutting and Dedication

ISAIAH 40: 29-31He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary. young men stumble and fail, but those who hope in the LORd will renew their strength. They will soar on wings of eagles; they will run and not grow wea-ry; they will walk and not be faint.

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News BriefsPleasant Hill Masonic Lodge Plans BenefitThe Pleasant Hill Masonic Lodge will hold its 4th Annual Chili Cookoff and Car Show on Saturday, February 21, 2015. The Cookoff and Car Show will benefit the Tri-County Volunteer Fire Department and the event will be held at the Fieldstore Rodeo Arena on FM 1488 in Fieldstore. Cookoff teams and car show entrants may get more information by emailing events@pleas-anthill380.org. Sponsorship packages are also available.

WHS Financial aid Night February 23Waller High School is hosting an informational Financial Aid Night on Monday, February 23 from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. for all Waller High School parents and students. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid FAFSA and Texas Application for State Financial Aid TASFA Workshops will be held to assist with the financial aid application process. If you have any questions, contact Waller High School College and Career Counselor Christy Smith at 936-372-3654 or at cvsmith@wallerisd.net.

Waller County democrats to MeetThe Waller County Democratic Club will meet on Thursday, February 26, 2015. The meeting will begin with a social gather-ing at 6:30 p.m. and snacks will be served. This month’s meeting will be held at Prairie View City Hall, located at 44500 U.S. 290 Business, in Prairie View. For additional information, please call 979-645-1664.

By NaNCy aRNOLd

nce upon a time, there was a feisty little blonde girl liv-ing in the sandy

back roads of Madison County. She would have been princess of her vast wooded domain, but for the fact that her mother was just as feisty as she, and probably kept some of that feistiness contained.

That little blonde girl was Nina Lou Wilson (now McCaig), born February 14, 1925 to par-ents Elsie Orene Land Wilson and Napoleon Bonaparte Wilson (Poly to one and all). She grew

up to become my mother, which makes me, and my three siblings, very blessed people. For 66 years, my dad considered himself pretty blessed, too.

Last Saturday, February 14, 2015, a few hundred people had the opportunity to tell this lady what she means to them, and how much they think of her, as we gathered to wish her a happy 90th birthday.

God must have thought it was a special day, too, because the weather was birthday-party perfect … 76 degrees, sunny, blue skies, and a gentle breeze … not at all your typical February day.

Mother’s children, grand-children, and great-grandchil-dren gathered from near and far to be with her on this occasion, including the newest one, Penny McCaig, just four weeks old, who came from Kansas to meet her Great-Granny. I visited with first cousins, second cousins, and even third cousins … some of whom I haven’t seen in years! My last two aunts – Mother’s sisters Ann Rogers and Jean Gustavus – were at the party, as were my last

two uncles – Roy Kruft and Virgil Gustavus.

I’ve reached the elder states-man status myself … my sole job was to fill the M&M bowls and visit with people, some of whom I haven’t seen in years. What a joy that was, too! And I think I did a good job with the M&Ms as well!

I must heap praise on the younger crowd for everything they did. The invitations, decora-tions, registration table and book, flowers, cakes, food … all the things that make a party a party … everything was just perfect. Extra helpings of thank-you go to Elizabeth Hart Dominguez, Rebecca Hart, and their talented mother, Betty Hart.

Elizabeth put it so well when she posted this on Facebook: Today we celebrated my Granny’s 90th birthday! I’m not sure anything I say could adequately describe the woman she is and the family she has created. I’m so blessed to be able to spend this day with her and for my babies to be here with her.

Well said, Elizabeth … well said.

Everyone was super tired

Waller Wonders - Happy birthday to a beautiful lady!

By CaRRiE PRazak-GOURLEy

It’s time for baseball again. Parents are signing their children up for Little League and in Feb-ruary Major and Minor League players report to spring training camps. And despite claims of baseball’s growing irrelevance, the opposite is actually true. Baseball has never been healthier--in terms of attendance, revenue, and unlike the NFL and NBA, free from labor

strikes.Baseball is still one of the na-

tion’s favorite pastimes. Baseball games have the advantage of still being outdoors (most of them), and played on a daily basis. Baseball also offers the added charm of mi-nor league and independent teams, like the Sugar Land Skeeters, who provide area residents with all the fun of a Major League team for a much more reasonable price.

Baseball as a sport began in the eastern United States in the 1800’s. Long named our “national pastime”, it’s a game millions of folks continue to enjoy each spring and summer.

In the Houston area, profes-sional baseball came to town in 1888, with the establishment of the Houston Buffaloes, who played un-til 1961, when Houston’s first Ma-jor League Baseball team, the Colt 45’s, joined the National League. After a short three seasons, and the construction of the Astrodome,

nicknamed “The Eighth Wonder of the World”, the Colt 45’s became the Houston Astros in 1965.

As for me, I grew up as a fan of the Astros, following the lead of my two older brothers. In those days, we’d listen to games on the radio, and occasionally attended a game in person.

My older brother, Allen, loved the game so much that he actually worked at the Dome as a conces-sioner, selling peanuts and coke, just so he could watch the games.

Like all baseball franchises, the Houston Astros have had their standout players. From Joe Niekro, Cesar Cedeno, and Larry Dierker, to the larger-than-life Nolan Ryan, the Astros have not fallen short on attracting some of the greatest players of the game.

Recently, for the first time in the team’s history, one of their best

players, Craig Biggio, received enough votes to be inducted into Baseball’s Hall of Fame. The in-duction ceremony will take place this summer, on July 26, at Coo-perstown, New York. He received 82.7% of the vote, making it on his third attempt, after falling short by two votes in 2014.

Biggio spent his entire 20-year baseball career --from 1987-2007--in Houston, playing first as a catcher, then a second baseman, and finally an outfielder. Since 2008, he has served the Astros or-ganization as Special Assistant to the General Manager with a role emphasis on instruction, amateur draft, and scouting.

Biggio, a true hero in the game of baseball and in life, well deserves the honor. He was the 22nd overall pick in the 1987 draft, and became known throughout his career for his consistency, longev-ity, work ethic, and character.

In 2007, he retired from the game with an astounding 3,060 hits, 668 doubles, 1,414 stolen bases and a .281 batting average in 2,850 games. Biggio played

in seven All-Star games, received four Gold Gloves, and five Silver Sluggers.

Biggio is loved by fans, and he loves them in return. On Friday, January 9, fans gathered on a bit-terly cold day at Minute Maid Park for a Hall of Fame Celebration, and Houston’s Mayor Annise Parker, declared the day “Craig Biggio Day” in Houston.

During the ceremony, Biggio stated the following about his fu-ture induction, “ I love you guys. I love this city. I wanted this for my family, the organization, but most of all the fans, because the fans were the greatest thing to me here.”

Sometimes good guys do fin-ish first. What stands out about Biggio as a player was not his stats, but his heart. He was someone to emulate, both on and off the field. He showed baseball what loyalty and determination are all about. He hustled both on and off the field, from the day he stepped onto the field at his college alma mater, Seton Hall University, until the day he retired from the Houston Astros in 2007.

Off the field, Biggio is the kind of hero all athletes can admire. He has received several awards over the years for community service. Since the 1990’s, Biggio has been an active supporter of the Sunshine Kids, an organization for children with cancer and their families. Each year, he hosts his annual Sun-shine Kids Celebrity Golf Classic, which has raised millions of dol-lars for the organization.

True to character, Biggio re-tired early so that he could coach his sons, Connor and Cavin, dur-ing their baseball seasons at St. Thomas High School, where he also served as their coach.

For Biggio, family has always been a top priority. His two sons have both followed in their father’s footsteps and play baseball now at Notre Dame University.

Biggio was also a loyal friend, who never gave up on teammate Ken Caminiti, who suffered from drug addiction. The two were teammates for seven years, from 1987-1994. In fact, they had leased a ranch together, but Camin-iti stopped making payments after his addiction became a spiral of decline.

After Caminiti’s tragic death from a heart attack in 2004, Big-gio bought another ranch, and his kids insisted on naming it Cambo (Caminiti and Biggio). Caminiti is buried under a large oak on the property, “a spot of peace and tran-quility, “ Biggio stated, “that he knew his friend would love.”

“Ken was a great guy, “ Big-gio has said. “He’d give you the shirt off his back. He just couldn’t defeat the monster that had taken him. We all tried to save him, be-cause we loved him.”

Biggio and his family have re-mained close friends with Camini-ti’s ex-wife, Nancy, and their three daughters, who remained in Hous-ton.

My husband and I were lucky to be able to see many of Biggio’s memorable moments, including witnessing his 3,000th hit. One of the most exciting days in my young son’s life was when we ac-tually ran into Craig Biggio at a carwash in Rosenberg. I only had a blank piece of paper, but Biggio was gracious enough to visit with my son and sign the paper, writing, “To Zachary, one of my best fans, from Craig Biggio.” It was one of

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Ash Wednesday/Mid-WeekLenten Services

During this upcoming Lenten season, we will gatherto worship together at 11:00 am and 7:00 pm each Wednesday beginning on February 18 thru March 25.Each Wednesday, we will gather to explore how we as God’s people are the Body of Christ in this world. We will worship and hear how our Lord brought the saving love of God into the world. Remember Ash Wednesday is February 18, 2015.

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Houston astros #7 Craig Biggio, one of the good guys, honored for his 3,000th hit on June 28, 2007. Internet photo.

Nina Lou Wilson (1939), 14 years old

Nina Lou Wilson McCaig (2015), 90 years old

Happy anniversary to Delbert and Dolly Schultz, Ronney and Brenda Bundick, Armando and Lynna Gonzalez; Gary and Mary Eaton, and Berry and Eunice Har-rison.

I’ll wrap this up by sharing an-other Facebook post, this one from my daughter, Nancy Rae, that ad-dresses all the unrest in this coun-try … all the unnecessary unrest: I just attended a family gathering that included an entire community being invited. We had white, black, and brown people .... all in one room. We had city people, country people, old people and young peo-ple ... all in one room. There were Baptists, Catholics, Methodists, Lutherans, Church of Christ, and probably a few that don’t practice any kind of organized religion ... all in one room. Everyone was fel-lowshipping with one another and we had no fights. No arguments. No hatred. No discrimination. We’re all human. Why is that so hard to understand?

Until next week …Contact Nancy at arnoldn@

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The fifth grade students of the five Waller iSd elementary schools were tested by the band staff to see their aptitude for musical instruments. The fifth graders will be given the oppor-tunity to join band as they enter their sixth grade year through the course selection process currently taking place. Pictured is a Roberts Road Elementary student testing the use of facial muscles and the shaping of the lips to the mouthpiece of the flute with Schultz Junior High Band director Hannah Hensdill. WISD Public Information.

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The band staff asked the students important questions to determine which instrument they were best suited for, such as whether or not they had had ever taken music lessons be-fore. The band staff that tested

the students sent each child home with a list of musical instruments to show their par-ents, and discuss the possibility of joining the band if they were interested.

The staff expressed their excitement over the fact that many of the students showed great potential and interest. The band staff has been running the testing in this manner for three years as it expedites the testing process. Testing the students at this time coincides with the early junior high school course selection that is currently tak-ing place, and makes it easier on the parents as they no lon-ger have to schedule this test to be done outside of school. The students enjoyed trying out each of the instruments. They were excited to discover that they had what it takes to make the instruments make noise.

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From Waller, students Lin-da Ernst, Interdisciplinary Stud-ies; Marie Masarova, Finance;

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This meant the older girls would be moving into the boys former dorm, giving them much needed space and allowing the younger girls added space as well. It was a win-win situation all around.

The missionary trip is not a holiday. Your morning starts early and the evening ends early, because you are exhausted. The days are cold and the nights are even colder. It is Kenya’s win-tertime during our Texas sum-mer months. There is no central heat; just one fireplace to gather around. You sleep under two wool blankets and very seldom turn over. But you love every minute of the trip.

Some mornings are clear and sunny and you are able to look out the window and see the tops of the beautiful Abedare Mountains. On other mornings, you are sur-rounded by clouds that you think is fog until the staff informs you otherwise. After all, you are at 8,000 ft. elevation. The vegetation

surrounding the home is lush and prolific. It is a beautiful country. God is a magnificent creator!

Your relationship with the children is the highlight of your trip. It is a time for bonding with them. You have visited the home for so many years that you have watched the children grow from a child to an adolescent. Both of you think of each other as fam-ily. You carry them home in your heart and you are embedded in theirs after you leave. They write you the sweetest letters when you are apart and you can’t wait until you return.

Last summer, approximately 252 guests visited Little Eden Children’s Home during the summer, from all over Texas and Huntsville, AL and high school students from Jabini Boys Board-ing School in Kenya. This also included 150 members of Hous-ton’s First Baptist Church Choir and Orchestra that took time out of their busy mission tour, to per-

form a concert for our boys and girls and also to dedicate our new boys dorm. It was a very excit-ing summer for our children. This summer promises to be the same.

Editor’s Note: The Eden’s would like to invite area residents to join them for their 9th Annual Mike Eden Ministries Fund Rais-er benefiting Little Eden Childrens Home to be held March 7 at the KC Hall in Hempstead at 6 p.m. This event includes a dinner, Live and Silent Auction and raffle. Dinner tickets are pre-sale only and can be purchased at First National Bank and Chat & Curl Beauty Salon in Waller and at Roy Wiesner, CPA and Repka’s Hardware in Hemp-stead or by calling 979-826-3029. Ticket prices are $20/adults and $10/children age 10 and younger. Raffle tickets are $20 on a chance to win a John Deere lawn mower. Many nice items will be displayed in the Silent Auction and offered in the Live Auction, including an AR15 Rifle.

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Chapter of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America FCCLA will cele-brate alongside the more than 200,000 FCCLA members nationwide in celebrating Na-tional FCCLA Week Febru-ary 8-14. During the five day celebration for FCCLA Week members will participate in a variety of activities.

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Throughout the school year, the Waller High School chapter of FCCLA has con-tinued to grow. The FCCLA members held a successful membership drive, sold items from Full Service Fundraisers

to support the activities of the chapter, and sold several Spirit Grams for homecoming week.

On Veterans Day, the FC-CLA members decorated the Waller High School gray gym, and escorted Veterans into the program. In December, the members participated in the Rockets Career Day, and were invited to attend the Rockets vs. Memphis Grizzlies game. For the Christmas holiday, Waller High School FCCLA members were rewarded with Christmas stockings filled with goodies, and December was also the be-ginning of their Souper Bowl of Caring Food Drive.

In March, FCCLA mem-bers will collect pennies to donate to Pennies for Patients, and in April the students will begin selling luminaries for Relay for Life. In May, Waller High School’s Team FCCLA will participate in Relay for Life and end the year with a trip to the Tilt Studio at Katy Mills Mall.

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Commissioner Becken-dorff, hosting the Town Hall, spoke against voiding the Host Agreement, which in his opin-ion protects the county, while voiding it opens the county to the possibility of a landfill elsewhere. Although Becken-dorff stated that he is against the landfill, he is for keeping the Host Agreement, which al-

lows a landfill to be established just north of Hempstead, off of Hwy. 6.

Beckendorff went on to say that the county will lose the $52 million and other monetary benefits promised by Pintail, LLC. He called voiding the Host Agreement, a “lose/lose situation.”

Judge Duhon disagreed, replying, “In my opinion, the ends do not justify the means.”

He went on to remind the crowd that the 2011 ordinance, ap-proved by Waller County de-fense attorneys Allison, Bass, would still protect the county, and only allows a landfill in a 2 mile area near Monaville.

“In addition, “ Duhon stat-ed, “the 52 million would be paid out over 30 years, and from a company that will make an es-timated yearly $4 billion profit from the landfill.”

“Furthermore, even if the landfill is allowed to be estab-lished, a new Host Agreement could still be negotiated with Pintail, who will need the co-operation of the county,” Duhon added.

When asked why the 2013 Ordinance and Host Agreement were voided before a declara-tion of the law by the judge,

Duhon stated that the Plaintiffs required the county to do so in order for all parties to proceed with a settlement.

According to Waller Coun-ty Auditor, Alan Younts, any settlement made by the county would be paid out of reserves or the “rainy day fund”, which is currently $6,676,209. The county has a total fund balance of $13,377,153, which is cur-rently allocated to the rainy day fund, capital improvements, and road and bridge, leaving only a small amount of unassigned funds.

Of course, TCEQ will make the final judgment in regards to the landfill and even after a judgment is made, it may be ap-pealed.

On February 10, a second Town Hall was held at Prairie View City Hall, hosted by Com-missioner Barnett, and Judge Duhon. About 70-75 citizens were in attendance and the same information presented at the Pct. 4 Town Hall was shared with Pct. 3 Town Hall attend-ees.

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those days that will remain in the annals of our family history for a long time.

Biggio’s induction has rein-vigorated my love for the game, which was diminished over the last few years with the sale of the As-tros and the switch to the American League in 2013. But now I feel it’s time for a second look.

After all, baseball has always had a lot to teach us about life. It teaches us to appreciate the mo-ment and to take one step at a time. Baseball coaches always preach- “Take things one pitch at a time, one at-bat at a time, one inning at a time, one game at a time.”

Baseball coaches also teach another worthy life lesson--focus on what you can control--we can’t always control existential events--but we always have control over our attitude and efforts. Also, like in life, baseball players learn that failure is a part of the game that no

one escapes.In baseball, players are told to

“swing hard, just in case you make a hit.” In life, often a fear of fail-ure holds us back from going for it, but that is not the best way to “ap-proach the game.”

Of course, no words about baseball are complete without Yogi Berra’s famous, “It ain’t over, till it’s over.” In life, too many individ-uals and teams are counted out too soon. We tend to forget, that life, like baseball, is a game of second chances.

In baseball, hope springs eter-nal. With a new season, ‘Stros fans will remember and yearn for those great seasons of the past--2005 World Series, NL division series in 1980, ‘81, ‘86, ‘97, ‘98, ‘99, 2001, and 2004. Hopefully, there will be more memories made in the years to come.

There is always hope, too, for new sport’s role models, like Craig

Biggio, to arise--players that will be an inspiration to us all. Players that will continue to remind us that good guys can finish first.

So, I think this summer we’ll take in a few games, bring the grandkids and teach them to sing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame”, and of course, since it’s Texas, “Deep in the Heart of Texas,” as we stand for the seventh inning stretch.

Baseball, like all sports, is an emotional game, full of highs and lows, epitomized in the famous American classic poem “Casey At the Bat”, written by Ernest Thayer in 1888. The last verse often is symbolic of a baseball game or season ending badly:

“Oh somewhere in this favored land the sun is shining bright;

The band is playing somewhere, and somewhere hearts are light;

And somewhere men are laugh-ing and somewhere children

shout;But there is no joy in Mudville--

mighty Casey has struck out.”So, heartfelt congratulations

go out to Craig Biggio on his up-coming induction into Baseball’s Hall of Fame. We love you “B-G-O!”

It’s time. Let’s play ball!Author’s Note: Bible verse

for athletes. Isaiah 40: 29-31 “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary. Young men stumble and fail, but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings of eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.”

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Waller High School College and Career Counselor, Christy Smith, was selected as one of Texas a&M University’s 2015 Very Important Counselors. This distinguished honor recognizes the work and service of high school counselors who assist students on the path to college. WISD Public Information.

WiSd Public informationWaller High School’s very own College and Ca-

reer Counselor, Christy Smith, was selected as one of Texas A&M University’s 2015 Very Important Coun-selors. The Very Important Counselor Program recog-nizes the work and service of high school counselors, teachers, and staff who are instrumental in guiding students on the path to college. Smith is one of 28 counselors selected for the program.

In recognition of Smith’s hard work and dedica-tion to getting Waller High School students to col-lege, Texas A&M will offer a $1,000 scholarship to a student at Waller High School who plans to attend Texas A&M University in College Station in the fall of 2015. Smith and the Waller High School Principal, Dr. Brian Merrell, will select the award recipient in a random drawing.

Also, as a recipient of the award, Smith will have the opportunity to visit the Texas A&M University Col-lege Station Campus in April. At this event, she will be able to participate in several discussions that will give her a better knowledge of Texas A&M University to bring back to Waller High School. There will also be a recognition reception dinner, where Smith will be

WHS Counselor Recognized by Texas A&M Universityrecognized for all of the hard work she does for the students of Waller High School.

Waller ISD appreciates Smith and all of our

dedicated staff and administrators who work tire-lessly to assist students with their educational goals.

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Pictured is Fields Store Elemen-tary prosthetic recipient Landon Raines high-fiving Fields Store Elementary Principal Melissa Crosby with his new super hero hand. Fields Store Elementary School second grade student, Landon Raines, was given a helping hand by Marvel Uni-verse Live!, Rice University and Shriners Hospital. These super-heroes teamed up to give several 3-d printed hands to children who were born without fingers or hands. The project saved families thousands of dollars in the cost of prosthetics, and made the lives of the children just a little bit easier. The eight children who received the hands were given the oppor-tunity to assemble a part of their own prosthetic and meet some of the Marvel actors. Raines recalled the moment fondly, and said that putting the hand together was “like building with legos.” Raines selected the color for his hand, and chose The Incredible Hulk green. While assembling his hand, Raines also explained that he was excited to meet Captain America. WISD Public Information.

The Waller iSd afterschool Centers of Education Program coordinated with Comp-U-dopt, inc. to set up a ‘computer adoption day’ for the Waller iSd afterschool program students. Comp-U-dopt. inc. is an organization that provides refurbished computers and technology education to children in communities of the Greater Houston area. Waller iSd afterschool students received a computer to take home with them to assist them with their school work studies if they completed the com-puter adoption process developed by Comp-U-dopt. in order to receive a computer, each student was required to fill out an application and submit an essay stating their need for a computer. Over 100 applications were received and reviewed, and 64 Waller iSd students were selected to adopt a computer. Winning students were required to complete a written computer knowledge assessment and a two-hour computer “adoption” session with his or her parent or guardian to learn software use and computer care. after completion of the two-hour session, students were awarded their very own computer. Pictured are the students playing a math software game on laptops before the two-hour training session started. WISD Public Information.

Tomball Forest Express / LtdDiesel & General Maintenance Mechanic

Tomball Forest is looking for highly qualified diesel / general mechanic to join our mechanic team at the 42511 Old Houston Hwy, Waller, TX 77484 location. Qualified candidates are dependable, self-reliant, professional, have great problem solving and communication skills and a strong work ethic. Supply own tools.

Compensation: Open / Discuss in personESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES and TASKS

• Inspect equipment for proper functional use and perform preventative maintenance.• Must be able to diagnose equipment malfunctions and makes repairs and/or adjustments as needed. • Must be able to perform frequent standing, bending, twisting, crawling, kneeling, squatting, climbing, reaching, and grasping. • Work & communicate with Managers

QUALIFICATION • Should have a background / knowledge involving electrical, mechanical and diesel engine troubleshooting and repair • Must have knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics • Must have knowledge of mechanical moving parts (chains, bearings and rollers). • Must be flexible to work long hours to meet production requirements as needed. At least 12 hours per day Monday thru Friday, occasionally a Saturday.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATIONWe know that our employees are critical to our overall success. Paid Vacation401 K

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A Little bit of country in the city! 5 wooded lots on a some-what secluded road within the City Limits. Property is zoned for single family residence. Electric is available and city water lines are located across the street. Gas is within approx. 600 feet of the property and no city sewer line. Owner can install aerobic septic. Buyer should verify avail-able utilities, permits, easements and installation regula-tions with the City of Hempstead....REDUCED...$18,000

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3/2 mobile home on 1.26 acres in Monaville area......................................................SOLD.......$75,000

Cozy Cottage in the woods! Home has 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath and is a comfortable and practical home for the first time buyer or a retired couple. This home is brick with a durable metal roof. Nestled on 1.99 acres, a corner lot with lots of trees and greenery that affords privacy as well as the opportunity to enjoy nature. Look for deer and other creatures.............PENDING...$140,000

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.79 wooded acres with community water & electric-i t y ava i lab le . No mobi le homes . Communi tylake and park, & pool................SOLD .........$4,500

.36 wooded acres in rural subdivision with commu-nity water & electricity available. Enjoy community parks, lakes & pool (restricted - no mobile homes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ASKING. . .$2,500

5 city lots - wooded with electr ici ty avai lable. Zoned for single family home - no mobile homes......................................................REDUCED...$18,000

4 city blocks - total of 5.72 acres. Currently used for graz-ing cattle. City utilities available in area..SOLD...$65,000

1.96 wooded acres in Montgomery County with elec-tricity available. Location provides quick access to FM 2978 or FM 1488. Restricted against mobile homes. Future development with proposed Woodland Parkway access in near future.......................REDUCED..$80,000

19.75 cleared acres with clusters of trees, partially fenced on 3 sides and currently leased pasture for ag exemption status. Quick commute to Houston or Katy and close to shopping and schools........ASKING...$207,375

4/2 home in Spring area. Quick access to I-45 Toll Road & Downtown................................SOLD.....$149,000

Diamond in the Rough! This home awaits the buyer who can provide some TLC to make this home a show-place. 3/2 Brick with cedar siding home sits on .75 acres. Property is in the 100 year flood plain. Sold as is! Cash buyers only please!..SOLD......$75,000

19.75 acres of property with good stand of native grasses within daily commute distance of Houston or Katy. Land has been used to graze horses and/or cattle for many years and is ag-exempt for low property taxes. Property is located near Waller County Fairgrounds with quick ac-cess to hwy 290 via FM 359. This unrestricted acreage is close to Town of Hempstead but in the City Limits of Pine Island. Livestock on property please do not enter prop-erty without an appointment! ................ASKING...$207,375

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Home Health Agency seeking per diemRegistered Nurses, Licensed Vocational

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Office: (979) 826-2428 • Fax: (979) 826-3811

Now hiring both full and part-time dependable, energetic, and lovingindividuals. Previous childcare experience is preferred. Applicants must be certified in First Aid and CPR within 90 days of hire date. We can assist if needed. Benefits include, paid holidays after the 90 day probation period. Full time employees will receive one week of paid vacation after one year of service. Starting pay depends on previous experience. Please call (979) 826-3487 or send resume to communications@footprintsinthesandlc.com.

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Experienced CDL Drivers to drive concrete mixer trucks in Waller and the

surrounding area. We offer paid health insurance, holidays, vacation and 401K.

Apply in person at 19410 FM 362 in Waller or call (979) 836-3664, or fax resume to (979) 836-2265.

HELP WANTED

CAJUN READY MIX, LTD is now taking applications for Certified Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanics and/or Helpers. CDL Preferred. Drug test & physical required. Apply in person M-F, 8-4 at 12691 FM 149 Road, Montgomery, TX 77316. 4tc3/11

CAJUN READY MIX, LTD is now taking applications for profes-sional and qualified Truck Drivers. Drivers need 2+ years experience, class B CDL or better, clean driving record, and be 23 years & above. Pre-employment DOT drug test and physical required. Benefits: Paid holi-day’s & vacation, health insurance, company match 401K, long/short term disability insurance, uniforms. 50-60 hours weekly & you’re home every night! Apply in person M-F, 8-4 at 12691 FM 149 Rd, Montgomery, TX 77316. 4tc3/11

HIRING HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORSTractor with Pull Scraper, Bulldozer, and Trackhoe.

Experience is a plus, but training is available.FREE medical insurance, uniforms, retirement, and bonuses.

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Food Production Assembly Worker:Food manufacturer seeking fulltime line workers for food product assembly line. Must use hands to place raw materials, arrange products and prepare packaged items. Job involves working in refriger-ated environment for prolonged periods of time.

HELP WANTED

Apply in person at:19802 G. H. Circle, Waller, TX 77484

TEMPORARY BALLISTICS ASSEMBLER

As a leader in the oilfield service Industry, Baker Hughes is currently accepting applications

For Temporary Ballistics Assembler, assembling, Inspecting and packaging ballistic products.

Located in Hempstead, Texas. High School Diploma required or equivalent. Employment will be Subject to background check, drug testing and ATF Verifications.

For immediate considerations, please apply with resume in person:

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FT/PT/Seasonal Avail.No crim. background

Please call 979-822-7468

Security OfficerS Needed

Dispatcher

Trucking company in Hempstead seeking a self motivated individual to handle dispatching and customer service. Must have excellent computer and communication skills. Must be organized and be an excellent problem solver.Must be able to multi task and work in a fast paced environment. Previous dispatch experience a plus.

Email resumes to cory@lltrans.net. For questions, contact 979-826-3611.

Waller based Plastics Recycling Company is seeking a Granulator Technician.

Class ‘A’ CDL and good driving record. No experiencenecessary; we will train. Company pays expenses while on the road. Paid holidays and vacation.

Call 800-654-3145to set up appointment for interview.

Seeking dependable, punctual, experienced, compas-sionate and qualified caregiver to provide in-home care in the Hockley / Waller area (near the Oil Ranch). We are looking for a contract worker caregiver who has immediate availability to work 3 hours, 4 days a week in the mornings, caring for my 41 year old quadriplegic son. Duties involve assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing/dressing, incontinence care, transfers using Hoyer lift and light housekeeping. CNA preferred, but will train if you are the right person for us.

If you have the qualities and availability stated above, please e-mail your resume to kmwarr@sbcglobal.net quickly.

CAREGIVER NEEDED

HELP WANTED: RANCH WoRk. Experienced only. Grass cutting, weed eating and trimming. $500/wk. Call 281-799-8706. 1tc2/18

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FARMS & RANCHESCORNER TRACT: 32 acres on FM 529 south of Hempstead. 3-2 Manufactured home, 3-carport, pad for 2nd home w/water,

electric & separate septic, 7-stall barn, lighted arena, 2 loafing sheds, hay barn, fenced garden area & 2 ponds. Easy access to

Hwy 290 or I-10............................................................................................................................PENDING................$380,000

38.5 ACRE RANCH: Near Hempstead. Nice 3-2 metal exterior home w/large back porch. Barn, arena & x-fenced pas-

tures. Ag exempt ............................................................................................................................................................$499,000

BROOKSHIRE: 2-2-2 on 9.6 acres on FM 359. Quarters, shop, covered arena & RV parking. City utilities, well & septic. Un-

restricted w/850’ frontage offers commercial potential..................................................................PENDING ................$510,000

WALLER: 13 Acre ranch with 3-2.5 home. First floor has 3,179 sq. ft. with too many extras to list. Separate entry unfinished

2nd floor is framed for 2 bedrooms, media room, great room w/firelace, & plumbing roughed in for kitchen, utility room &

2.5 baths. Plus a 35X60 Morton building/barn, RV parking, pond, pasture & fenced ................................................$695,000

35 ACRE RANCH: on Hwy 6 north of Hempstead in Grimes County. Gated w/3-2-2 rock home with metal roof, high ceil-

ings, study & rock fireplace. 6-Stall barn, 3 pastures & loafing shed. Ag exempt & unrestricted. Low taxes ........$1,300,000

OAK CREEK RANCH: Scenic 410.8 acres with stately 2-story 5-2.5 farmhouse w/ 2-carport, horse barn, implement/hay

barn, loafing shed, 6 ponds, running creek & great views. Fenced & x-fenced with 2 entrances from Mitchell & 1 from Old

Mitchell. Great development potential ...................................................................................................................... $4,724,833

COMMERCIAL - INVESTMENT0.92 ACRE: City of Brookshire. Commericial or residential. City utilities...........................PENDING.................$62,000

0.99 ACRE: in Waller Business Park. Corner of FM 362 & Park 290 Drive just off of Hwy 290. Additional 1 to 3 acres

available......................................................................................................................................................................$5.00/sq. ft.

1.5 ACRES: Just 1 block north of I-10 in Brookshire. Zoned commercial.............................................................$1.95/sq. ft.

2.59 ACRES: on FM 2920 near Lutheran Church Rd. in Tomball. Excellent location. Owner financing

available.......................................................................................................................................................$450,000

3.96 ACRES: FM 362 near Hwy 290. Corner location. City utilities....................................................................$3.50/sq. ft.

4 ACRES: on FM 2920 across from Harlan’s shopping center. Rapidly developing area. Excellent commer-

cial location. City utilities. Near US Hwy 290.......................................................................................$5.00/sq. ft.

13 ACRES: 700’ frontage on FM 362 & 500’ on “B” Street. Prime location........................................PENDING............$40,000/ac..

30 ACRES: Commercial corner on Kickapoo right off US Hwy 290. Freeway on/off ramps on east & west side of intersec-

tion for easy access................................................................................................................................................$2.00/sq. ft.

450 ACRES: Excellent for residential or light industrial development in Katy. 1.5 miles north of I-10 & 15 miles from the

energy corridor..............................................................................................................................PENDING ............$30,000/ac.

WALLER: 3,334 sq. ft. office/retail building on Main Street. Great location............................PENDING..................$99,500

HISTORIC BUILDING: on 12th Street in Hempstead. Approx 1,500 sq. ft. Great location with high visibility...........$128,000

WALLER NURSERY: 12 unrestricted acres with well, irrigation & commercial greenhouses. Heated plant beds for

year round growing. Everything needed to operate a business.................................................................................$250,000

HEMPSTEAD: Investment opportunity - 8 houses on 8 lots. Must be sold together. Allbut one is currently leased...$364,430

HEMPSTEAD: Established & successful ballroom/reception hall. On 11.3 acres in Hempstead. Beautifully finished. Furnished

with everything you need – set up w/bookings & ready to go ....................................................................................$1,500,000

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ACREAGE SMALL ACREAGE: Many tracts to choose from ...........................................CALL OR GO ONLINE............FOR DETAILS

8.25 ACRES: Near FM529/Sunnyside. Unrestricted..............................................................................PENDING .......$10,897/ac.

10 ACRES: Wooded tract in scenic North Waller County. Lightly restricted with community water. Waller ISD .........$15,000/ac.

11 ACRES: 318’ Frontage on FM 359. Unrestricted, scattered trees & brush. Residential or commercial. Easy access to I-10 &

Hwy 290..................................................................................................................................................PENDING .......$12,500/ac.

15.85 ACRES: in gated Skymac Ranch. 2,000 sq. ft. insulated barn with large porch, pond & long frontage & Ag exempt...$18,864/ac.

18 ACRES: Fenced, lightly restricted, Ag exempt. Easy access to Hwy. 6 .....................................................................$10,111/ac.

35 ACRES: Near Waller on Mathis Rd. Unrestricted. Some flood plain. Several building sites...........PENDING .........$7,850/ac.

36 ACRES: in north Waller County. Pond, large trees & choice homesites. Unrestricted......................................................$12,000/ac.

39 ACRES: NW Waller County. Secluded at dead-end of road. Fenced, well, 1,500 sq. ft.metal building, 12’X12’ well house, large

pond & pad for homesite. Trees & pasture .......................................................................................................................$11,450/ac.

40.9 ACRES: Near Hempstead. Unrestricted. More acreage available ..................................................................................$9,500/ac.

50 ACRES: Hockley - heavily wood & bordered on the south by Three Mile Creek. Approx. 85% in flood plain. Lots of

wildlife. Great Secluded homesite ..................................................................................................................................$8,200/ac.

50 ACRES: 2 minutes south of Waller. Fenced, well, electricity, driveway w/gate & seasonal creek ...................$11,500/ac.

50.25 ACRES: Near Hempstead. Unrestricted. More acreage available ................................................................................$9,500/ac.

63.68 ACRES: Beautifully wooded w/clusters of trees & 3 ponds. Unrestricted. Ag exempt & fenced .........................$14,840/ac.

75.2 ACRES: Organic Farm. Rolling, unrestricted, 2 ponds, 3 barns & working pens. Adjoining acreage available ....$10,200/ac.

93, 96 & 98 ACRE TRACTS: Just west of Hempstead near Hwy 290 & Hwy 6. Scenic, with choice homesites, lakes, sandy soil, gently

rolling & long frontage w/3-board fence. Owner Finance ....................................................................................................$15,000/ac.

100 ACRES: Level with long frontage near Hwy 290 at Waller. Fenced on 3 sides, pond & shed........PENDING ......$14,900/ac.

144 ACRES: Organic Farm. Rolling, unrestricted, 4 ponds, 3 barns & working pens. Fronts Cochran Road ...........$10,500/ac.

1226 ACRES: Highly productive working cattle ranch in Chappell Hill. Over 4 miles of frontage, improved pastures, good fencing,

5 water wells, working pens, chute, hay & equipment sheds, irrigation system for 200-300 acres, holding tank, pond, good interior

road, frontage along creek & Red Gully. Flood plain. ........................................................................................................$5,500/ac.

HOMESFOR LEASE: Nice 2-2-1 duplex unit in Tomball. No pets ............................................................................................. $1,185/mo.

HWY 6 CORNER: older 2-1 wood frame home on 0.39 acre at Hwy 6 & FM 1736. Needs work ............................................ $60,000

WALLER: 3-2 on 2 city lots in need of some TLC. Great location. Nice trees........................................PENDING ............ $65,900

BUS HWY 290: 2-1 rock home w/ slate roof. Fantastic commercial potential for your small business, office or shop. Wood burning

fireplace and oversized detached 1 car garage. Beautiful large trees .......................................................................................$79,500

WALLER: Older 3-2 w/carport on 1.92 acres. Needs work. Scattered oaks & pecans. Large lighted arena with good pipe fencing ...

.................................................................................................................................................................PENDING .......... $115,000

FM 1887 Frontage: Quaint 2-2 home on 1.7 acres south of Hempstead. Metal workshop/barn with carport. Needs some TLC...$110,000

REMINGTON FOREST: Well maintained 4-2.5-2 two story on 1/2 acre lot. Fresh paint throughout & nice landscaping. Off of FM

1488 near Magnolia. Waller ISD....................................................................................................................................................$162,500

HEMPSTEAD: 3-3 all brick home on 2.5 lots. Wood, floors, formals, plantation shutters, sunroom, gameroom, crown molding &

fireplace. Needs some TLC .................................................................................................................................................... $162,500

CHARMING: Remodeled 2-3 (possibly 3-3) farm house on 5 acres in Pine Ridge. Spacious with large kitchen, beamed ceilings, wood

floors & nice deck for outdoor living. Large shade trees. So much character!.............................................PENDING .......... $225,000

NEAR WALLER: Charming older 3-2-2 home on 5 acres. Eat-in kitchen, formals, fireplace, extra room & screened-in porch. Partially

fenced, storage bldg & scattered trees .................................................................................................................................... $234,000

WALLER: Recntly remodeled 3-2-2 home on 2.3 fenced acres. Property includes workshop, well house & old barn. Ag exempt. Easy

access to I-10 & Hwy 290 ...................................................................................................................................................... $289,000

COUNTRY ESTATE: Stunning 4-2/2-3 home on 4.5 acres in Tennoaks. Home is loaded with too many features & upgrades to

list + guest suite over garage. Manicured grounds, 22-zone sprinkler system, deck w/hot tub & 30’X50’ insulated shop w/extended

cover ..................................................................................................................................................................................... $585,000

MULTI-FAMILYTOWNHOMES: 5-Unit townhome building in Prairie View. Each unit is a 2-2. Located less than 1 mile from Prairie View

A & M campus. Built in 2009 on 1 acre with paved parking .............................................................................................. $510,000

FARMS & RANCHESHWY 6 FRONTAGE: Unrestricted scenic 15 acres w/two 1-1 older homes connected together, oversized 2-car garage, kennel,

covered BBQ area, large shop, covered equipment storage, well house & storage building. Partially wooded w/pond & creek. Fenced

& gated entranc........................................................................................................................................PENDING ...........$325,000

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WALLER: 13 Acre ranch with 3-2.5 home. First floor has 3,179 sq. ft. with too many extras to list. Separate entry unfinished 2nd floor is framed for 2 bedrooms, media room, great room w/firelace, & plumbing roughed in for kitchen, utility room & 2.5 baths. Plus a 35X60 Morton building/barn, RV parking, pond, pasture & fenced...........................................................$695,000

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4428 3-2-2 brick home, recent roof, formals, large kitchen on 2 lots...........................................................................$107,500

4427 3-2 brick home in Cypress, double sided fireplace, Cy-Fair ISD................................................................$200,000

SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE

4356 3-2-2 brick home on 5 beautifully landscaped lots, formals, large den, wood burning stove, small

creek, corner property ...............................................................................................................$149,500

4359 1-1-1 brick home in Hempstead .........................................................................................$69,000

4375 3-2 home in town with a smaller home also on property ...................................................$65,000

4391 5 small homes on 3 city lots, investment potential ..........................................................$250,000

4408 3-2-2 brick home on corner lot with nice shade trees ......................................................$169,000

4427 3-2 brick home in Cypress, double sided fireplace, Cy-Fair ISD ....................................$200,000

4428 3-2-2 brick home, recent roof, formals, large kitchen on 2 lots .......................................$107,500

COUNTRY HOMES AND ACREAGE

4088 80 acres, barns, storage shed, lake, beautiful land ........................................................$2,258,760

4267 9 acres, FM 2920 frontage, excellent development location ........................................$1,300,000

4275 9+ acres, Tomball area, ag exempt, FM 2920 frontage ....................................................$750,000

4276 318 acres, Peek Rd in Katy, excellent location ...........................................................$11,130,000

4290 3000 sq. ft. building with covered porches, currently a restaurant, with ample parking on 1.9 acres

with FM frontage ......................................................................................................................$525,000

4309 Three lots with city utilities, curbs, close to schools and shopping ...................................$35,000

4349 388 acre horse ranch with rail fencing, FM frontage, barns, stables, 8 acre lake, large irrigated

hay field, additional ponds, main home shaded by large oaks, additional home on property ..........

................................................................................................................................................$4,225,000

4360 Corner lot in city with utilities .............................................................................................$4,500

4367 Beautiful custom stone home with cathedral ceilings, stone fireplace, marble counters, beautiful

tile flooring on a hill with a view, 6 stall barn, lighted arena, covered RV parking, additional barn, two

ponds on 30 acres ...................................................................................................................$1,080,000

4372 Awesome country showplace on 50 acres with custom home that includes granite counters,

high ceilings, butlers pantry, hardwood floors, gameroom, gazebo, pond, improved pastures, gated

entrance ..................................................................................................................................$1,795,000

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4408 3-2-2 brick home on corner lot with nice shade trees........... .........................................................................$169,000

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4403 3-2 beautiful home on 15 acres with ag exemption, gated entrance, workshop, barn with working pens, beautifully land-scaped with irrigation, fenced and cross fenced ................$586,500

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COUNTRY HOMES AND ACREAGE

4374 10 acres in subdivision, deed restrictions, Waller ISD ....................................................$470,000

4386 160 acres with lots of frontage, water well, FM frontage, could be divided ................$2,486,820

4401 Showplace!! Completely remodeled 4 bedroom home, fireplace, hardwood flooring, granite coun-

ters, large game room, deck, inground pool, beautiful scattered oaks, 5 + acre lake, 5 barns, 81 acres,

frontage on two sides .............................................................................................................$1,595,000

4402 4-2.1 Country home on 4+ acres, two story, stone fireplace, built in entertainment center,

island kitchen, inground pool with spa, cross fenced, 40 x 40 metal building, barn with stalls.......

.......................................................................................................................PENDING .........$379,900

4403 3-2 Beautiful home on 15 acres with ag exemption, gated entrance, workshop, barn with working

pens, beautifully landscaped with irrigation, fenced and cross fenced .....................................$586,500

4411 Lots in City of Waller, corner property, scattered trees, recently cleared ..........................$27,900

4421 Beautiful 97 acres, brick home, barn, pond, scattered trees, close to Hwy. 290 ...........$2,764,500

4422 Corner lot in Hempstead, additional lots available ..............................................................$6,000

4423 Two lots in Hempstead, city utilities available ..................................................................$12,000

4431 5 acres, frontage on 2 roads, close to town, some restrictions ...........................................$79,500

4432 Unrestricted lot, commercial or residential, community water ........................................$165,000

4433 4-3-2 Brick home with 2 fireplaces, on 4 acres with pond ..............................................$265,000

4435 4-3-2 100 acres, large scattered oaks, ag exempt, community water available ............$1,200,920

4437 3-2-1 Home, open floorpan, island kitchen on 4 acres, beautiful scattered trees ............$225,000

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4367 Beautiful custom stone home with cathedral ceilings, stone fireplace, marble counters, beautiful tile flooring on a hill with a view, 6 stall barn, lighted arena, covered RV parking, additional barn, two ponds on 30 acres.......................................$1,080,000

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4402 4-2.1 country home on 4+ acres, two story, stone fireplace, built in entertainment center, island kitchen, inground pool with spa, cross fenced, 40 x 40 metal building, barn with stalls...PENDING..$379,900