Due to circumstances beyond our control, the ice days in Fort Bend County last week, forced Katy ISD to cancel this event to allow their students and  teachers to make up the lost days by attending class on the 18^th and 19^th.  UH-Sugar Land has very graciously agreed to allow us the use of their campus.  If you have previously provided this information to your membership, we would greatly appreciate if you could also provide them with this updated information.

NEW LOCATION:  14000 University BLVD, inside the Brazos Building

Sincerely,

Jackie Gloor

District Director for

U. S. Representative Ron Paul, TX-14

1501 E. Mockingbird Lane, Suite 229

Victoria, TX  77904

(361)576-1231

(361)576-0381 – FAX

For more information, please contact Jackie Gloor in Congressman Paul’s Victoria District Office at 361-576-1231, or by e-mail at jackie.gloor@mail.house.gov.

Local volunteers needed…
Cold weather didn’t stop the Warrior’s Weekend Directors from driving to Port O’Connor the evening of February 4 to meet with locals who expressed their willingness to help out at this year’s May 21 event. As President Ron Kocian explained, “There is not a day that goes by that we don’t do something towards the planning and execution of our mission.”

And what is Warrrior’s Weekend’s mission? It is to put into action that popular phrase, “We support our troops”.

In addition to the much-anticipated “Warrior’s Weekend” event where wounded troops are treated to a day of fishing and a catered meal in Port O’Connor, the Warrior’s Weekend organization has expanded its outreach to include purchasing equipment to increase the mobility of veterans at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC), financing an internet cafe for the Victoria National Guard, hosting fish frys for the past three years at BAMC, funding a Veterans Appreciation Luncheon in Victoria for local veterans, donating $5,000 towards building a home for a double amputee veteran in Victoria, supplying funds to several KIA (Killed in Action) families, plus donating to several other veterans causes.

A lot of money and a lot of help is needed to continue this mission. The goal this year is to host 300 wounded soldiers, plus caretakers, to a wonderful day of fishing, camaraderie, and good food – a day when these heroes can experience a real break from their day-to-day treatments and therapy at the military hospital, and more importantly – a time when they can see how much we regular citizens appreciate and care about them.

“Since most of these guys just can’t get enough fishing, we are looking not only for people to volunteer to take them out on their boats, but also for those who will assist them in fishing on the piers,” Ron said.  Two local couples at the meeting responded that they would be happy to assist. Reese Hunley was designated Chairman of the pier fishing committee, and he will be looking for other volunteers to help.


There are lots of ways, both big and small, that local citizens can help Warrior’s Weekend to show appreciation to our wounded heroes. In addition to boats and fishing assistance, lodging is needed for out-of-towners who come here to assist, such as those who build the beautiful sandcastle each year. There is decorating to do, transportation to provide, cookies to bake, and much, much more.

And, most of all, please plan to be out that day, greeting these deserving veterans and letting them know how honored you are that they have come here to visit us.

-Planning in underway and raffle items are now being solicited for “Warrior’s Weekend Muster”, a major fund raiser planned for April 1.

–More information to come in the Dolphin Talk.

Port Lavaca- Calhoun County Independent School District (CCISD) has received $35,000 from The Dow Chemical Company Foundation to create a community recycling and environmental education facility to be named “The Dow Sustainability Center of Calhoun County.”

The contribution from Dow is being made in honor of the International Year of Chemistry, a United Nations initiative of which Dow is a major sponsor.

“Every day, chemistry helps us solve world-wide issues in areas such as medicine, food, clean drinking water and energy,” said Dow Seadrift Operations Site Leader Brad Fedorchak. “We also see it being used locally through initiatives like recycling and that’s why we are so pleased to be partnering with Calhoun County ISD and Partners in Education to bring this new facility to our schools and community.“

The Dow Sustainability Center of Calhoun County will be located on Ash Street, behind HJM Elementary, near the Victoria College – Calhoun Center campus and will be used by both CCISD and the community.  Plans are underway to install a 10-bin recycling trailer for newspaper, cans, plastic and more.  Educational exhibits and hands-on activities are also being developed to enhance student and community knowledge about local industries and how their products are used in our everyday lives.

Fedorchak says the project was a natural fit with Dow’s efforts to include the community in the company’s commitment to long-term resource management and a healthy environment.

“We believe that, in partnership with our schools and our neighborhoods, we have the opportunity to make our communities even better places to live and work by making it easier for students and families to recycle,” said Fedorchak. “As people learn about the benefits of recycling, I’m sure it will grow and make our communities more sustainable now, and in the future.”

CCISD Science Coordinator Robin Sonsel says having access to these kinds of resources will enhance learning by providing students with real-life activities to reinforce classroom learning.

“Our students can take educational field trips to learn about and participate in recycling.  The community can also recycle their household items at the trailer, leading to more environmentally-aware citizens,” said CCISD Science Coordinator Robin Sonsel.

Sonsel also stated that in addition to the trailer, an indoor display area is also being planned in one of the nearby classrooms.  “The displays will enable students and our community to see what our local chemical plants produce.  The raw matter, to the finished product, to the recycling bin and then how the process starts over is what will be on display,” explained Sonsel.  “Students and those in the community will understand the process when we can show them the cycle of the recycled product,” he added.

The Dow Sustainability Center will also include partnerships with the City of Port Lavaca, Calhoun County, Keep Calhoun County Beautiful, CCISD, ALCOA and Formosa, and many others.

“This will be everyone’s facility and we are proud to provide this contribution to get it started,” said Fedorchak. “I am looking forward to seeing it put to good use by our students, schools and community members.”

The Center is expected to open in time for the start of the 2011-2012 school year.

Saturday, February 19, 2011
Seadrift Car Wash
1/2 lb. Boiled Shrimp, Sausage, Corn, Potato,
& Cocktail Sauce – $7.50 per plate
Plates can be picked up starting at 11:00 a.m.

Booboo (Andrew)… Our Hearts Melt For “You”! You’re The “Bestest” In Our Heart
Trevon Dale… “You” Are Our Sunshine! You’re The “Bestest” In Our Heart
Stephen Michael… Our “Little Man” Is Tops!
You’re The “Bestest” In Our Heart
Christina Leigh Margaret… Hugs And Kisses To Our Little “Princess” You’re The “Bestest” In Our Heart
Blake Allen… “You” Make Our Hearts Complete! You’re The “Bestest” In Our Heart
~~Love You Bunches~~
Meemee & Pawpaw

To: Emma Raby
Happy Valentine’s Day To My Sister!
You & I have gone through many stages in life’s journey. Thank you for sharing that journey with me. You understand me & support me, through good times and through the bad. You are the strongest and bravest woman I know.  You have remained steadfast through so many hurdles, when most people would have given up.  May God continue to bless you through whatever lies ahead!  Love, Nancy

To: Shelly & Christa – Happy Valentine’s Day !
You  two  are the light of my life.  Just to let you know NO ONE will ever take your place. Happy Birthday  and Valentine’s Day to my beautiful granddaughter and Happy Valentine’s Day to my beautiful daughter. Thank you for giving me that precious and  WONDERFUL granddaughter! I Love You! Mom- Mamaw

Ray: God didn’t make little green apples, and it don’t rain in Indianapolis in the summer time.
–Edith

Happy Valentine’s Day, Mother. We are glad you are here with us! We love you. Tom and Pat

Happy Valentine’s Day to all the Seniors at Tuesday’s Senior Lunch and Bingo. You are all so special!

Happy Valentine’s Day to Dwayne. Love Autumn

Chris Christy & Uncle Cotton – I hope you have a good Valentine’s day. I love and miss you loads. Bright Eyes Tina. Happy Valentine’s Day Aunt Ruth… I love you loads and miss you .. Loads of Love, Tina . Happy Valentines to Stanley Christy. Even though you don’t think about me … I think about you … Yours truly, Tina. Aunt Linda an Uncle Dee Lewis – Happy Valentines! Love you loads. Tina. We wish a Happy Valentines to Aunt Evelyn and Uncle Howard and Judy Wilson. Lots of love, Tina and Mary

To Forrest!
Happy Valentine’s Day ! You are my friend, and the love of my life. You are always there for me. For the last 27 years, you have been the one I laugh with, live with, cry with and LOVE! Looking forward to AT LEAST 27 more!
I Love you! Nancy

Dale – Love You – Audrey

Happy Valentine’s Day, Captain Cranky!
Love Always, The Navigator

To Henry, My Very Special Valentine!
Always & Forever. Sue

Ray – 10 Yrs. ago this month we met and fell in love !!I love you more today then ever, Thank you for always being a wonderful Dad to my Daughter and Husband to me !!
Happy Valentines Day Baby !! Love Shellbell..

A Valentine’s Day Greeting to Erny:
There are those you love that you call “friends”.
There is the one you love that you call your lover.
I am honored to call you both, my friend and lover. – From one who knows she is loved and so blessed, Joane.

“Hello Lub, Thanks for being my friend, companion, and love. I hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day. I Love You…”

To Christine Ezelle: Happy 10th Anniversary and many more years to come! I love you. Pat

Happy Anniversary,
Jerome and Sharon Preslar!
February 12th

Happy Anniversary!
Elida and Joe Ragusin
February 14th

Happy Valentine’s Day to my only love!
Looking forward to the next 30!
From Cindy to George C.

A Valentine from Howard to Evelyn Lewis:

Happy Valentine’s Day to Brother Marcos and Sue, a well loved couple. Love, Janet & Family
Happy Valentine’s Day, Hailey! We love you very much. Aunt Debbie & Maw Maw
Happy Valentine’s Day, Miss Sue and Shirley. We love you. Hailey, Debbie & Janet
Happy Valentine’s Day, Marva and Debbie. Enjoy working with you! Love, Janet
Happy Valentine’s Day to all members of the POC Community Service Club. I appreciate and love you all. Janet
Happy Valentines’ Day to all the Speedy Stop Crew. I appreciate all of you – and especially my Sandy. Love, Janet
Last, but not least, my Valentine wishes go out to all of Port O’Connor – the best people in the world. We love you all. The Johnson Family

Happy Valentine’s, Charlie. Love Mom
To Janet, our incomparable leader who gives to each of us the chance to shine. We love and respect you, our special Valentine! The Port O’Connor Service Club Members

To Shirley Gordon: What fun you give to me in the library! And when I get 2 legs again ,watch out! Sue K. Hey, Joyce J! Thanks for the fun I’ve had with you during the past years. You continue to amaze me with your decorating ability! Sue. And to Joyce Rhyne, who reads my incredible prose — and doesn’t scream! Thank you. Sue. To all the 3rd graders: Thanks for a wonderful hour. Miss Sue-1. To those who wander into the library seeking a book; you’ve given me such joy in sharing our books with you. Sue

To a Very Special Valentine, Mr. McCauley, from a class that loves you. Sincerely, Fifth Grade Class
To our favorite Valentine this year, Mrs. Tigrett. We love you. Happy Valentine’s Day to Mr. & Mrs. Adolph Covarrubias. We love you. Happy Valentine’s Day, Mrs. Strakos! We love you. 5th Grade Class & Room Mother

Ethan Tyler Quinn… Happy Valentine’s Day.
Rachel Leigh… Happy Valentine’s Day.
Justin & Judith… Happy Valentine’s Day.
~~Love You Bunches~~ Mom & Dad

To Ariel, Naomi, Nathan, Kailee, Ethan, Tyler, Lydia, Connor, and Shepard – Happy Valentine’s Day…Grandpa and Grandma McDonough

To Papaw: If I could place a star for every time you made me smile, the night would shine so bright! I love you Daddy! Your pumpkin, Joane

Happy Valentine’s Day to the special ones who make my world complete: Mary Jo, Doug, Paul Jr., John, Sylvia & Billie Jo
Love you all, Mom (La June)

Happy Birthday and Valentine’s Day to the greatest Daughter in the world !! You are sooo grown up and we are very , very proud of you Christa !!! Love, Your, MOM and DAD!!!!