The Hometown Journal

03/04/2024

The Needville KCs # 7067 will hold its annual Polka Fest this Sunday, March 10, at the KC/CC hall on Hwy 36 in Needville
Music by the Red Ravens and Texas Sound Czech from 1 to 6 pm.
$12 admission. Several venders will be under the pavilion with there merchandise.
Free bowl of noodle soup served between noon and 1.
Other food includes burgers, fries, nachos,and kolaches.
For more info call Tom Stavinoha @ 832-363-7373

03/01/2024

Any NHS baseball parents keeping varsity game stats on GameChanger?

02/20/2024

02/17/2024

The Needville boys basketball team will take on Sweeny Tuesday at 7 at Iowa Colony HS, in the Bi-district playoffs.

02/14/2024

The Needville boys basketball team finished tied with Royal at the top of District 25-4A. The two teams will pay again for seeding purposes. That game will be played Friday in Sealy at 6:00pm.

02/13/2024

The Needville KCs hold its first of 6 drive thru Lenton Season fish fries on Friday, Februrary 16 at the KC/CC Hall on Hwy 36 in Needville. Serving will be from 5:30 till 7.
Plates will be sold for $13 each. Fish, French fries, hush puppies and cold slaw will be served.

02/12/2024

PORT LAVACA – David Bryan Hoover, Jr., 49, of Port Lavaca, entered into eternal life on February 9, 2024, surrounded by loved ones, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
David was born on May 5, 1974, to Rita Pond Svatek and David Hoover, Sr., in Kermit, TX. After graduating from Needville High School, he went on to study at Wharton County Junior College where he earned an Associates of Art degree. David later worked in oil field sales and consulting for many years. He was a proud member of the Chickasaw Nation.
Dave was a gentle soul and his family meant everything to him. He was a dedicated partner to his wife, Lacey, and an amazing father to his three daughters, Shayna, Aubrey, and Briley.
David was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gerald and Jimmie Pond, Charlie and Helen Svatek, Armond Jr and Betty Sue Hoover.
David is survived by his wife, Lacey Crober Hoover; his daughters, Shayna Danae, Aubrey Ann, and Briley Ranell Hoover; his parents Rita and Dale Svatek, David Sr. and Janet Hoover; his brothers, Trey Hoover and wife, Candacy, Chris Svatek and wife, Kaitlin; his sister, Raeven Lehmann and husband, Eric; his stepsister, Jamie Nevin and husband Daniel; his mothers and fathers in law, Vickie and Greg Dorsett, Monroe and Julie Crober; his sisters in law, Calla Spencer and husband Devin, Alyssa Crober, Camree Crober, and Chloe Crober; his brothers in law, Daniel Gonzales and wife, Lauren, Eric Gonzales and Shera, and Trey Crober; his godfather, Carlile Pond; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Dave will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Please join us for a celebration of his life, beginning with a memorial service to be held at Richardson-Colonial Funeral Home, 123 Newlin St., Port Lavaca, TX, at 10 am on Thursday, February 15, 2024. Following the service, a reception will be held at First Baptist Church, 902 Calhoun St, Port Lavaca. Burial will take place at Davis Greenlawn Cemetery, 3900 BF Terry Blvd, Rosenberg, TX 77471, at 2:30 pm. Immediately following the burial, a gathering will be held at 13133 Walcik Rd, Guy, TX 77444.
In lieu of flowers, donations to his daughters’ education fund can be sent to Edward Jones, Office of Daylan Gwosdz, 7914 NE Zac Lentz Parkway, Victoria, TX 77904. For additional information, please reach out to Alyssa Crober, Branch Office Administrator, 361-579-9251.

02/12/2024

Fort Bend County Retired Educators Association is offering 4 $1000 scholarships to seniors from LCISD, Needville ISD, or Brazos ISD planning to major in education in a Texas college. Applications can be obtained from their high school counselor. Deadline is April 5,2024..

02/09/2024

Copies of the Needville All-stars LLWS commemorative magazines are still available. To get a copy, email: [email protected], or call 281-750-1225.

Cost for a magazine is $25.
2 copies = $45
3 copies = $65
4 copies = $85
5 or more = $20 each

02/08/2024

The Needville baseball Alumni game fundraiser has been moved to Friday Night @7:15 2/9/24

02/05/2024

The Needville Public Cemetery Association will hold their Annual Meeting on Saturday February 24th at 2:30 pm. The meeting will be held at the Saint Paul Presbyterian Church meeting room. Located at 9122 Church Street in Needville. By-law changes will be on the agenda. Please contact them at [email protected] if you have any questions.

02/01/2024

District 10 in Division 2
Harmony School of Innovation
Katy Harmony
La Marque
Royal
Sweeny
Columbia
Wharton

02/01/2024

New District alignment just released
District 12-4A, Division I in Region 3

Fort Bend Crawford
Fort Bend Willowridge
Brazosport
Navasota
Needville
Stafford

01/23/2024

The Czech Heritage Society of Fort Bend County will hold a membership meeting at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 10, 2024, at the Gus George Law Enforcement Academy at 1521 Eugene Heimann, Richmond, TX 77469. Member Bradley Stavinoha will give us the highlights on the latest SPJST trip to Czechia.

Everyone is welcome to join us at the meeting or to become a member, not just Czechs! Potluck lunch to follow.

01/15/2024

Gardeners can protect plants against frost
Frost and freezing conditions can be detrimental to many types of plants, especially those that are not adapted to cold weather.
Fort Bend County Master Gardeners are recommending you cover your plants during the warmest part of the day on Monday. This traps the heat of the day without blocking the sun for too long.
Here are some common methods used to protect plants from freezing:
1. Covering Plants: Covering plants with blankets, burlap, or tarps can help trap heat close to the plants and protect them from frost.
2. Mulching: Applying a thick layer of organic mulch, such as straw or wood chips, around the base of plants can help insulate the soil and protect the roots from freezing.
3. Watering: Watering the soil around plants before a freeze can help absorb and retain heat, providing some protection to the plants. However, be cautious not to overwater.
4. Frost Cloth or Blankets: Specialized frost cloth or blankets designed for plants can provide additional insulation.
Row Covers: Using row covers made of materials like floating row cover fabric can protect plants from frost while allowing light and air to pe*****te.
5. Cold Frame: Cold frames are simple and effective structures used in gardening to extend the growing season for plants, especially in colder climates. They are typically low, bottomless boxes with a transparent lid or cover, usually made of glass or clear plastic, that allows sunlight to pe*****te while protecting plants from harsh weather conditions.
6. Heat Sources: Placing heat lamps near plants can provide additional warmth. Make sure to follow safety guidelines to prevent fire hazards.
7. Cold-Tolerant Plants: Whenever possible, select plant varieties that are more tolerant of cold temperatures.
8. Move Potted Plants: If possible, move potted plants indoors or to a
sheltered area during periods of extreme cold.
Learn more at
https://agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/.../time-to-create-a-cold.../ and
https://cmg.extension.colostate.edu/Gardennotes/722.pdf?fbclid=IwAR3I0ovxVIt9dFfj9Gm82It0P1XJn-inC4TZZk4qNZDfyWvDhOB6r_jmr8Q
And watch this video to learn more about plants and freeze protection at https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=377418707032804

01/13/2024

in preparation for an impending hard freeze, Fort Bend County Judge KP George, in collaboration with emergency response department leaders and community partner Attack Poverty, held a press conference.



Emergency response leaders delivered information encompassing severe weather preparation, safety protocols, and comprehensive action plans to help prepare residents for freezing temperatures. Additionally, the establishment of warming centers, a crucial component of the county's strategy to ensure the well-being and safety of its residents, was announced.



Held at the Fort Bend County Emergency Operations Center, speakers included Office of Emergency Preparedness Manager Greg Babst, Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Wong, Road Commissioner Scott Wieghat, Fire Marshall Justin Jurek, Health and Human Services Director Dr. Letosha Gale Lowe, EMS Director; Chief Dudley Wait, Animal Services Director Rene Vasquez, and Chief Executive Officer of Attack Poverty Brandon Baca.



As the hard freeze is expected from Sunday night into Tuesday night, Fort Bend County has taken proactive measures by opening Warming Centers to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.



Attack Poverty/Friends of North Rosenberg will serve as a warming center, located at 1908 Avenue E., Rosenberg, TX 77471. The center will be open from Sunday, January 14, through Tuesday, January 17, from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The center will provide free WiFi, cots, blankets, and food.



Additionally, the following Fort Bend County Library branches will serve as Warming Centers:



· Albert George Branch Library, 9230 Gene Street, Needville, TX 77461 (281-238-2850)

· Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Ctr. Blvd., Katy, TX 77494 (281-395-1311)

· First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway, Sugar Land, TX 77479 (281-238-2800)

· Fulshear Branch Library, 1422 Eugene Heimann Cir, Richmond, TX 77469 (281-341-2718)

· George Memorial Library, 1001 Gulfview Drive, Richmond, TX 77469 (281-342-4455)

· Mamie George Library, 320 Dulles Avenue, Stafford, TX 77477 (281-238-2880)

· Mission Bend Library, 8421 Addicks Clodine Rd., Houston, TX 77083 (832-471-5900)

· Missouri City Library, 1530 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, TX 77489 (281-238-2100)

· Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd., Missouri City, TX 77459 (281-238-2140)

· Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge Road, Sugar Land, TX 77478 (281-238-2140)

· University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479 (281-633-5100)

· Willie Melton Law Library, 1422 Eugene Heimann Cir., Richmond, TX 77469 (281-341-3718)



In addition to the Warming Centers, Fort Bend Transit is offering free transportation for residents in need of public transportation to warming centers. Residents are encouraged to call 281-633-7433 for transportation assistance.



Judge George emphasized the importance of staying weather aware and suggested multiple methods for residents to receive updates, including signing up for emergency alerts by texting FBC Alert to 888 777, listening to AM 1670 Radio, and following the social media platforms for the County Judge's Office, the Office of Emergency Management, and Health and Human Services for weather awareness and road closures.



Addition

Social Services staff will be on call from Saturday, January 13 to Monday, January 15, to assist vulnerable homeless populations by providing screening for temporary emergency sheltering assistance during the freeze. *It's important to note that all other social services assistance requests, outside of emergency homeless screening for this temporary emergency freeze, will be followed up on during normal business hours.



Rene Vasquez, Director of Fort Bend County Animal Services, announced that the department is providing free doghouses for those in need of shelter for their outdoor pets. The shelter is open on Saturday and Sunday until 3:00 p.m. To report animal neglect, residents can call 281-342-1512.

For any transportation needs outside of business hours, residents can call 281-633-7433 and select option 1 to reach dispatchers. (TRANSPORTATION SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF BUSINESS HOURS AT THIS TIME). Shared ride service will resume on Tuesday, January 16.



Fort Bend County encourages all residents to take necessary precautions and utilize the available resources during this anticipated freezing weather.

01/08/2024

The Hometown Journal has moved out of the office located at 9006 Main Street.

We will be work out a new location and hours in Needville in the near future.