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8 THE FUTURE OF KATYKaty’s future looks bright - and big! With a 5 to 6% population growth annually, Katy ISD is gearing up to educate more students than ever with a $748 million Bond Package before voters on November 4th.

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12 KATY ISD’S RAPID GROWTHChallenges or Opportunities

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When the calendar flips to September, I can as-sure you my fall decorations start getting unpacked and put up, and we start looking forward to all of the fall activities, especially football season. I’ve said be-fore, Katy is my home away from home and where I grew up, so I pay close attention the growth and de-velopment of the area. That is exactly why this cover story was so important to share about the expected growth of my home town, and the bond that is on the ballot to build more schools and a new stadium for student activities.

Also in this issue, you’ll find a Groovy party, the Snowdrop Foundation’s 5K and a Superhero Run – all to benefit worthwhile organizations. Plus, don’t miss our great article on Labor Day Barbecue, and our wine expert Amy Gross shows us the best wines to cook with.

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According to the Katy Area Economic Development Council, the population of Katy grows 5 to 6% annually. From 2000 to 2010, Katy’s population increased by 83%. By 2019, projections show that over 343,000 people will call Katy home, and 550,000 individuals are expected to reside in the Katy area by the year 2035.

So, why are so many people and com-panies moving to Katy? The reasons are numerous. First and foremost, Katy enjoys a robust, diverse economy. Com-bine economic development opportuni-ties with its high-performing, award-winning schools and master-planned communities, it’s no wonder that Katy is attracting thousands of families and businesses from across the nation. Katy is the ideal setting for families seeking a close-knit community within proximity of a major metropolitan area that offers the amenities, cultural and educational opportunities of a thriving city.

With this expected growth, the future of Katy looks bright. Today, the Katy Area Economic Development Council states that the economy in the Katy community accounts for over $21 bil-lion in sales and includes nearly 11,000 companies. Companies contributing to this economic boon include BP North

The greater Houston area – including Katy – is among the fastest growing in the nation. In fact, over the next ten years, the Katy Independent School District is projected to grow by nearly 3,000

students per year — enough to fill an entire high school each year! And, with many subdivisions still under construction and large corporations including Chevron and GEICO moving to the community, Katy is primed for even more growth over the next few years.

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With these projections, Katy ISD is preparing for this growth by proposing a $748 million Bond Package to add facili-ties to the district. With the Texas Edu-cation Agency’s accountability rating of “Met Standard” across all campuses, Katy ISD’s mission is to be the leader in educational excellence, together with family and community, providing unpar-alleled learning experiences designed to prepare and inspire each student to live an honorable, fulfilling life . . . to create the future.

Traditionally, Katy ISD students compete at the highest level whether it’s football, academics or fine arts, and dur-ing the last school year, Katy ISD stu-dents achieved an average performance rating of 89 percent on the state Student Achievement Index, compared to the state average of 77 percent. Graduat-ing seniors of Katy ISD last year were offered more than $22 million in schol-arships.

The 2014 Bond Package allows for the district to build new and renovate exist-ing schools to accommodate the growth in Katy’s population. The proposal was led by a 227 member bond committee comprised of parents, community mem-bers and students to address the growth and facility needs for future Katy ISD students. The total Bond Package for $748,118,930 will provide for the con-struction of six new schools, the renova-tion and/or expansion of existing cam-puses, a stadium and field house and various improvements including safety, technology upgrades, transportation and long-term maintenance.

In Texas, school districts rely on tax-

payer support to issue bonds this type of school expense. In 2013, 55 school bond referenda were approved by voters across Texas. In southeast Texas, Hous-ton ISD passed the largest school bond in Texas at $1.89 billion in 2012.

The $748 million bond package in Katy includes a potential maximum in-crease of one cent in the tax rate, com-

pared to the average four cent tax rate increase projected by other districts' voter-approved referendums in the re-gion. The Bond Package was approved by the Katy ISD school board in August and will be on the November 4th ballot.

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SL Xtreme Phone CaseMy son just got this case for his iPhone 5 and loves it! It claims to be the world’s only waterproof, batter-boosting, rugged, solar-powered phone case. It can go in water up to six feet deep and is great for underwater photography. Despite being a little bulky, it is easy to get your phone in and out of the case, which is a nice feature. The lanyard that comes with the case that you can wear around your neck is cool, too. It comes in several colors and has options for the iPhone 4 and iPad.www.snowlizardproducts.com

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Thousands of families from all over the nation are mov-ing to Katy for one reason and one reason only: Katy ISD of-fers outstanding schools. Many people want the Katy way of life, which values family and education. Parents want their children to benefit from the district’s highly talented and dedicated educators who work every day to encourage each student. These educators inspire our children to go above and beyond, ensuring they are prepared to succeed no mat-ter where their paths may take them – to college or a career.

As a result, Katy ISD will operate 58 campuses for the 2014-2015 school year. The district, which encompasses 181 square miles, will have a total student enrollment just shy of 70,000. Through data presented annually by national de-mographers and discussions with residential developers, the district has been able to pinpoint the new up and coming neighborhoods within the next couple of years, with many being in existing communities and in the areas north of I-10.

We stand ready to face the many challenges of meeting such growing demands and sustaining Katy ISD’s reputation as a destination district in the state of Texas, all while grow-

I n the last decade, the Katy region has experienced many changes in light of rapid resi-

dential and economic growth in the area. What used to be a small town

with acres of vast, open land and small, neighbor-hood schools is now one of the most desired suburbs and fastest growing areas in the entire country.

ing by nearly 3,000 students every year. Many campuses are quickly reaching their full capacity and others are already bursting at the seams, which puts a strain on school adminis-trators to provide additional classroom space throughout our district.

Principals have utilized portable buildings across campus-es, implemented multi-bell schedules and have even started lunch as early as 9:50 am at some campuses in order to ac-commodate all of their students. The challenges are many, but so are the opportunities. That’s why this past spring, a community-led bond committee comprised of approximately 200 Katy residents began to develop a package to address existing and foreseeable needs.

Right now, we have a prime opportunity to build new campuses and facilities that will ensure all of our families have access to the outstanding, top-rated curriculum and programs that Katy ISD is known for, even as the projected enrollment hits 100,000 within the decade. These students will be the leaders of our future, and it is imperative that we provide them with the knowledge and skills they will need to be successful beyond the classroom.

As vice president of the Board of Trustees and a parent of two current Katy ISD students and two graduates, I can say with pride that my goal is for every family to feel blessed to call our community their home. Many of you have grown up here. You graduated. You may have started a career right away or attended college. You came back, started a family, and the cycle begins again. Even retirees enjoy and appreci-ate our way of life. Whatever your case may be, we all have invested in Katy, our community! Let’s remain proud of our accomplishments, our growth and be excited for our future. Let’s build tomorrow together!

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Continuing last month’s reviews of films coming to the small screen, this month we highlight an action packed crop of big-budget features for home viewing.

F ilms are often stereotyped by category to what you can ex-

pect. A superhero movie is supposed to deliver over-the-top action with some humor and only slight nods to

developing characters. Captain Ameri-ca: The Winter Soldier takes the super-hero formula and delivers not only the

best superhero movie of the year, but one that defies its stereotype.

This is one of the most intriguing political ac-tion films in a long time. The action is intense. However, in the quieter moments, we see beyond the red, white and blue shield of Captain Ameri-ca and glimpse the warmer consciousness of top spy Natasha Romanov. Unlike previous Captain American appearances where a character can be

portrayed as somewhat stiff, The Winter Soldier shows Steve Rogers coming to terms with the past and finding the best path for the future.

Deeper still, the film shows what the age of information could really mean in the wrong – and right – hands. Harkening back to the political action films of the 1970s, the tension in the film is palpable. You may know from the beginning who is going to win, but the question is, at what cost?

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meld into one flawlessly in X-Men: Days of Future Past. Singer was able to

make things right, and he did it in such a way that it provided the emotional context that was so lacking in the third X-Men specific movie. Retroactive continuity, or changing the facts of previously demonstrated work to fit a new narrative, is tricky. Without giving away the ending, Singer and his writers accomplish this in an emotionally satisfying way that opens the door to the next X-Men chapter.

The film begins in a very dark place but finds the light. There are enough cut-ting-edge special effects to keep the action junkies happy, but there is also a deep sense of character development on their journey to discovering their own personal path.


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fights. Fans are there to see battles, not cliché, paper-

thin characters. The story is as translucent as the characters, but the film provides action sequences that are memorable, albeit brief. You can-not go wrong with atomic fire breath and skyscraper-sized monsters, unless you don’t use them. In this category, it would be better to view Pacific Rim. It has the same level of storytelling but much more accomplished action.


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T he 2015 Lincoln MKC is the newest vehicle to enter the competitive compact luxury

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Lincoln, as Ford Motor Company’s luxury brand, used to share the lux-ury automotive top spot back in the day when large land yachts cruised American highways. But starting in

the 1980s, Ford executives began to acquire other luxury car brands, and Lincoln sales slowly faded away as the brand was starved for resources. The spacious Lincoln Town Car was still a hit with the older folks, but Ford real-ized that something had to be done to bring new buyers to their showrooms. Last year’s introduction of the Lincoln MKZ mid-size sedan was an impres-sive first step, but the 2015 Lincoln MKC is proof that the car maker is back in a big way.

Although it shares a platform with Ford’s popular Escape, the MKC does not share any resemblance to its au-tomotive cousin. It does, however, share the split front grill with its stable mate the MKX, as well as the rear tail-

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Ten Tips for ParentsIf a child lives with: 1. Praise – They learn to appreciate. 2. Criticism – They learn to condemn. 3. Approval – They learn to like themselves. 4. Shame – They learn to feel guilty. 5. Encouragement – They learn confidence. 6. Ridicule – They learn to be shy. 7. Security – They learn to have faith. 8. Lies and “Half-Truths” – They learn to manipulate. 9. Fairness – They learn justice.10. Acceptance and Friendship – They learn to find love in the world.

Encourage openness to real communication with your child, share in all joys and sorrows, allow freedom to let your child grow, understand and appreciate the gifts a child has to give, help a child address, under-stand and not feel shame about his shortcomings and assure your child you love him no matter what.

Unhealthy Behavior Patterns inRelationships with Your Child / Spouse

Don’t: 1. Put your child/spouse down. 2. Make your child/spouse feel bad about themselves. 3. Call your child/spouse bad names. 4. Play mind games with your child/spouse. 5. Humiliate your child/spouse. 6. Make your child/spouse feel guilty. 7. Make your child/spouse afraid by using looks, action or gestures. 8. Destroy property of your child/spouse. 9. Abuse pets of your child/spouse.10. Display weapons to intimidate a child/spouse.

If you find yourself either the person perpetrating the behavior in this list or being the victim of some of the behaviors, abuse* may be at the core of the problem. This should not be ignored or in any way accepted as healthy or normal behavior. You might be familiar with the unhealthy behavior because you were accustomed to it as a child (i.e. your father/mother exhibited it). Be-ing familiar with the behavior does not make it healthy. It might be “normal” to you, but it is not “healthy” behav-ior. You should seek counseling with a qualified mental health care professional if you find yourself either the perpetrator or the victim of such behavior.

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Having years of experience allows Rommelmann to apply creative and innovative solutions to highly charged emotional issues like divorce and child custody. Rommel-mann approaches each client with care and sensitivity. She has experience in divorce planning, divorce (contested or uncontested), high net worth divorces, complex prop-erty division, child custody, child support, parental relocations, post-divorce modifica-tions, paternity and parental rights, visitation rights, grandparents’ rights, pre- and post-marital agreements and alternative dispute resolution (mediation and arbitration).

Rommelmann encourages reconciliation in marriage and offers resources to clients to work through periods of difficulty in marriages, but not all marriages stay together. In those cases, it is important to have a strong advocate and an aggressive attorney.

Married for 30 years and mother of three adult children, Rommelmann understands, is sensitive to and anticipates the issues and challenges that parents have with their children at different stages. “I like to help clients navigate through the challenges of family law matters.”

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The upcoming Fort Bend Seniors Groovy Party highlighting The Beatles celebrates the 40th anniversary of the nonprofit organization founded in 1974 to assist older adults in Fort Bend County. This year also marks the 50th anniversary of the “American Invasion” by The Beatles, the iconic British band who changed the face of rock ‘n roll music in the 20th century.

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Bedroom closets: While many homes are complete with bedroom closets to keep the clutter from view, it’s what’s inside those helpful storage areas that

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Survey food items. Go through food items and donate or dispose of those you won’t use. Seal boxes for donation with an easy-to-use packaging tape, such as Duck brand EZ Start packaging tape.

Group similar items. Move common items together to help keep track of your inventory. For further organization, sort based on expiration so you can use up food while it’s still fresh.

Create user-friendly spaces. Make your pantry more ergonomic and easier to access by placing commonly used items on eye-level shelves.

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Finishing TouchesHere are a few other ways to enhance

the rooms in your home with stylish and useful updates:

Add a pop of color. Perk up a neutral room by giving an old chair, mirror or side table a new paint job. Simply spray your decorative item with quality paint, such as Krylon Dual Superbond Paint + Primer, which sticks to virtually any material, bringing life to your favorite household items.

Hang it up. Add a row of hooks to your walls for extra function. Hooks are perfect for use in the bathroom or kitch-en to hang towels or pot holders. A hook installed in an entryway or mudroom is a great spot for keys, jackets and back-packs.

Dim the lights. Install light dimmers throughout your home for an extra touch of ambiance and improved energy effi-ciency. The dimming function is especial-ly perfect for living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms.

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For 20 years, Westin Homes has been a leader among Houston homebuilders offering the very best in quality and design. With both distinct and refined details, Westin cre-ates the perfect balance of beauty and function. Westin has built a strong reputation as a builder of trust in de-livering sophisticated luxury homes. From the impressive custom look of the home exteriors to the curved walls and archways, dramatic windows and soaring ceilings, onlook-ers will see the Westin Homes difference in every detail.

Westin Homes has built the company and its success on taking pride in delivering the highest levels of satisfac-tion to every customer. Every Westin home is engineered to ensure that a customer’s new home not only meets but also exceeds their expectations. Compare the amount of brick on Westin homes’ exteriors, the brick use around windows, the interior details such as crown moldings, elegant trim, columns, art niches, Juliette balconies, ro-tunda entries and coffered ceilings; these all illustrate the enhanced value of a Westin home.

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Alan and Sandra Macik have been in business for over five years since they decided to open a rustic furniture store in their hometown of Rosenberg. They started with 600 square feet, and today, their store boasts 5,000 square feet. Rustic Kuts specializes in rustic furniture, mantles, western bedding and kitchen and bath accessories.

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Pulte Homes announces the anticipated Model Grand Opening of Life Tested® home designs this month at Wil-low Creek Farms in Brookshire. Families seeking a qual-ity of life that endures are invited to visit this well-planned community while touring two smartly furnished and land-scaped model homes.

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If you’re thinking about ways to add some personality to your space, consider these five simple (and wallet-friendly) improvements:

1. Replace a fixture.If cooking is integral to your per-

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finish that complements your personal-ity and room, from the warm and invit-ing tones of Champagne Bronze to al-ways in-style chrome.

2. Paint your front door.First impressions start at the front

door. Consider your home’s exterior and outdoor surroundings as you’re se-lecting a new hue, but when narrowing down your paint palette, also focus on the tints that best reflect your family’s vibe.

A bright green door is both welcom-ing and fun, while a shiny black finish adds glamour. Even a crisp, white hue can be anything but boring, offering a clean backdrop for potted plants and ac-cessories that change with each season.

3. Install new hardware.Small details can make a big impact.

Customize furniture, closets or built-ins with stylish drawer pulls. Styles range from the whimsical, hand-painted op-tions available at craft fairs to more substantive handles and pulls available at your local hardware store. Take your time selecting pieces you love for a look

Y our home can say a lot about you. A state-of-the-art kitchen outfitted with a double oven likely means you

enjoy cooking and entertaining friends and family. Likewise, a backyard complete with play sets, a treehouse or a basketball hoop is a sure sign your house is also a hangout for the neighborhood kids.

“My house is more than just a haven for my fam-ily. It’s a real life scrapbook, art gallery and personal sanctuary,” said Michelle Hinkley, mom to three young boys and the lady behind the home and lifestyle blog www.4men1lady.com. “As much as I want it to be functional, I enjoy spending a little extra time finding ways to keep our home uniquely us.”

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5. Build or craft something.If you’re really daring, try creat-

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Nurse Practitioner Lisa Attales and Pearce Ram.

Katy loves Texas Children’s Hospital! Just ask Olivia Matthews, who donated half of her lemonade stand profits to the local branch.

Distinctive Life Cremations and Funerals celebrated the opening of its new celebration of life boutique in Fort Bend at a Business Over Breakfast.

Karen Naumann and Leah Delagarza.

Marlene Ortuno, Travis Boldt, Andrea Zazzara andHolly Nunez.

One Saturday over the summer, Doc-Aidpartnered with Katy Youth Football andThe Sports Performance Lab to provide low cost physicals to the 2,000 plus families of Katy Youth Football and the Katy community.

Robert Cortz with Marion andLionel Williams.


A large group of Katy-ites recently participated in the Cypress Youth Triathlon and the Cypress Triathlon.

Overall relay winners of the Fit & Fun Fury Relay Race were Tyler Luce, Vuk Radulovic and Caden Davis.Tri finishers Jackson and Annie Patrick.

The Swim Hydration Support team: Jasmine Arriaga, Michelle Lancaster, Jennifer Johnson, Melissa Haddox and Wendy O’Neill.

Tri finishers Jennifer Patrick andTanya Avery.

Annie Patrick focused on the bike leg of the race.

A kickoff parade, turkey legs, carnival rides and rodeo action are all reasons to anticipate the 78th Annual Fort Bend County

Fair and Rodeo. The iconic event runs September 26th to October 5th at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds allowing families and friends to enjoy a home-town fair packed with big time fun. “Our fair represents many traditions from our youth that make us want to come back and enjoy it with our families today,” said 2014 Fort Bend County Fair Presi-dent Vickie Todd Autrey. “While we have many people who have attended our fair, we would like to invite everyone who may not have had the opportunity to come out. We truly have something for everyone to enjoy.”

From wine tastings at the Grapes on the Brazos wine room to lawn mower races in the arena, the fair’s schedule is packed with a wide range of entertain-ment. The barbecue cook-off will have grill masters creating savory creations, and aspiring artists will debut their work at the art auction. Best of all, the fun is close to home for Fort Bend Coun-ty residents.

The Fort Bend County Fair is com-mitted to helping youth achieve their educational goals. Forty-two $3,000 scholarships and five Queen Scholar-ships were awarded this year. For the first time in the Fort Bend County Fair’s 77 year history, the 2013 four auctions

totaled over $1,000,000. Hence, this year’s theme is Trails of Yesterday Lead-ing to Tomorrow’s Dreams. “This is what the Fort Bend County Fair is all about. It’s about our youth; it’s about our fu-ture,” boasted President Autrey. “We try to better people; they are our future leaders.”

The fair’s musical headliners will have people refusing to miss a day. “We are thrilled with this year’s line up! We found a great balance bringing in legend-ary favorites and hot Texas music acts. It is a country music lover’s dream,” said Susan Sillavan, Fort Bend County Fair Manager. “Some of these artists we’ve been trying to sign since 2013, and fi-nally this year it has all come together.”

Kicking off the fair is the veteran of Texas music chart topper Kevin Fowler. Fowler is known for his high energy and crowd-pleasing sounds only he can perform. “I’m looking forward to it. Fort Bend County, get ready. We are head-ing your way,” said Fowler. Texas na-tive and Aggie alum Granger Smith will take the stage with his talented twist on traditional country music on Saturday, September 27th.

Go Tejano Day is set for Sunday, Sep-tember 29th. The Grammy Award win-ning sensation La Mafia will headline the festivities. The Houston-based band is internationally known for their Latin sounds and true traditional licks. Also performing is the pride of south Texas, Los Palominos, whose Tejano sounds will thrill the crowd.

During the Fair’s second weekend, Steve Wariner will bring his guitar, song and vocal talents. Wariner has been pro-ducing country hits since the late 70s and has drawn a lifelong fan base. On Saturday, October 4th, Oklahoma na-tives Jason Boland & The Stragglers hit the stage. Closing out the Fair on Sun-day, October 5th is legendary singer Moe Bandy bringing his memorable, classic country hits to life for what is sure to be

a spectacular performance.Returning to the Fort Bend County

Fair on Wednesday, October 1st is a match roping between two gigantic, multi-world champion cowboys, Cody Ohl and Fred Whitfield. Eight-time world champion Joe Beaver will call the action. All three men have had their share of magical moments in the arena and countless accolades bestowed upon them for their calf roping talents. Ohl and Whitfield squared off in a Chal-lenge of Champions match roping at the 2004 Fort Bend County Fair. Ohl won the bragging rights that night and leads in other matches between the two, but Whitfield edges him out in career Gold Buckles.

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“I don’t care if we are pitching wash-ers, when you have those three names involved, you don’t want to lose,” said Ohl about competing in the match rop-ing in the county where he grew up. Whitfield, winner of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) calf-roping title in 2012, is no stranger to Fort Bend County. “It could be the 10th round at the National Finals Ro-deo (NFR) or a game at the carnival, we are all going to be going for it,” Whitfield said. The competition is sure to be a fan favorite and will draw a large crowd to the Fort Bend County Fair.

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The 78th AnnualFort Bend County Fair and Rodeo:

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Houston Methodist West Hospital

Receives Primary Stroke Center Certification

Houston Methodist West Hospital has been awarded primary stroke cen-ter certification by Det Norske Veritas Healthcare, Inc. (DNV). DNV’s accredi-tation and certification processes hold hospitals accountable for the quality of care and services they provide.

Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, and on aver-age, an American dies from stroke every four minutes. Time is of the essence in stroke treatment, so having a primary stroke center in Katy is a significant ben-efit to the community and will save lives.

“When EMS providers notify us they are in route with a potential stroke pa-tient, our stroke team is called into ac-tion and ready for the patient when he or she arrives,” said Vicki Brownewell, vice president and chief nursing officer at Houston Methodist West Hospital. “Our patients have immediate access to life-saving care that provides the great-est chance of survival and recovery. Evi-dence shows that patients who receive care in certified hospitals like ours have better outcomes.”

Primary stroke program components that positively impact patient care are processes that reduce time delays and increase treatment by IV tissue plasmin-ogen activator (tPA), dedicated stroke units and use of protocols to improve the efficiency of care, reduce mistakes and complications, improve outcomes and reduce deaths.

Houston Methodist West is DNV ac-credited, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certified and pri-mary stroke center certified. The hospi-tal is chest pain certified by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care and has earned a three-star quality rating for its cardiovascular surgery program from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), placing it within the top 10 percent of programs throughout the country.

For more information on Houston Methodist West’s stroke and heart at-tack services, call 832-522-5522 or visit www.houstonmethodist.org/west.

Now that you know what to plant, let’s talk about where and how to grow a garden. Just like real estate, it’s about location, location, location for a garden. A garden must have plenty of sun in your backyard to grow veggies. In fact, full sun is best. When arranging your crop, make sure to put the taller plants in back and smaller ones in front. This is another way to add some sunlight to all of the plants.

It goes without saying, but good soil is a must. Soil should be moist and loose, not clay like so many yards in our area. I recommend planting using an organic potting mix; however, the only way to utilize this mix to its fullest potential is to plant a garden in a raised bed. The great thing about raised beds are they are fairly easy to make using wood, stone or even left over bricks just sitting in garage. This allows control over the soil and drainage.

Finally and most importantly, have fun and make gardening a family event. Growing a vegetable garden is not sup-posed to be complicated. And who knows? This Thanksgiving when everyone is sit-ting around the table, everything might just taste a little sweeter knowing it came from your own garden.

Fall HarvestWhile it is hard to imagine the fall harvest in Houston’s

September record-breaking heat, go ahead because believe it or not, now is the time to plant your fruits

and vegetables. You have probably noticed the many Farmers’ Markets popping up in places like CITYCENTRE or the new one opening in Katy later this year. This trend seems to see con-tinued growth. As most consumers realize, fresh, green, organic fruits and vegetables do not come cheap, but there is no reason not to grow your own and save.

• Beans• Beets• Brussel Sprouts• Carrots• Cauliflower• Cucumbers• Kale

• Leek• Lettuce• Parsnip• Radish• Spinach• Squash• Swiss Chard• Tomatoes

Here is a list of vegetables that are ready to go in the ground in September so that by Thanks-giving, you will have a bountiful harvest to share with family and friends.

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Q: WHAT DOES A PEDIATRIC RADIOLOGIST DO?

A pediatric radiologist is a medical subspecialist who focuses on the diag-nosis of illnesses and injuries of children of all ages using a variety of imaging techniques and equipment. The pedi-atric radiology team at Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus provides timely, comprehensive imaging procedures for pediatric patients. Computed tomogra-phy (CT), radiography (X-Ray) and fluoros-copy, interventional radiology, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound capabilities are all available at Texas Chil-dren’s Hospital West Campus.

Q: HOW ARE PEDIATRIC RADIOLOGISTS AT TEXASCHILDREN’S HOSPITALWEST CAMPUSDIFFERENT FROM OTHERRADIOLOGISTS?

Like most radiologists, pediatric ra-

diologists have completed five years of post-graduate subspecialty training after completing medical school. The pediatric radiologists at Texas Children’s Hospital are different from adult radiologists be-cause they have spent an additional one to two years of post-graduate training in the sub-specialized field of pediatrics. Subspecialties include Pediatric Inter-ventional Radiology, Pediatric Musculo-skeletal Imaging, Pediatric Neuroradiol-ogy and Pediatric General Radiology.

Q: WHAT ARE SAFE RADIATION LEVELS FORCHILDREN?

It is important to limit radiation expo-sure for everyone. However, while all types of radiation carry risks, low levels of exposure are safe. What many may not realize is that everyone is exposed to radiation on a daily basis by simply walking around. The amount of radiation exposure a child receives from diagnos-tic tests, including CT scans or X-rays, is relatively small. However, you should speak to your pediatric radiologist about potential alternative diagnostic tests, which would provide the necessary in-formation.

If your doctor refers your child to Tex-as Children’s Hospital West Campus for a CT scan, rest assured that your child will receive a very low amount of radia-tion, because our studies are tailored for children. We have analyzed radiation dosages performed on our own patients versus CT studies performed on children at adult facilities. On average, our radia-tion doses for individual CT studies are 40 percent lower.

Q: HOW CAN RADIATION LEVELS IN CHILDREN BEMINIMIZED?

It’s important to have your child’s imaging performed at a child-friendly fa-cility. While many clinics and hospitals offer diagnostic radiology, many are not set up for children. Having your child’s testing done at a pediatric facility is vital as it ensures the machines and levels of radiation that are administered are appro-priate to the size of your child.

Also, having your child’s testing con-ducted at a pediatric facility with highly trained experts, such as at Texas Chil-dren’s Hospital West Campus, ensures that your child’s tests are done accurate-ly the first time and the results are inter-preted by expert pediatric radiologists. This will minimize the need for repeat testing and more radiation exposure.

For more information, visit www.westcampus.texaschildrens.org.

From MRIs and X-rays to CT scans, pediatric radiolo-gists have a number of tools to aid them in quickly and accurately diagnosing and assessing a child’s illness or injury. While many families may be familiar with an X-ray exam, some may not know about more advanced technologies like CT scans or MRIs. Also, with the re-cent national media spotlight on radiation exposure, many parents may be concerned about what levels of exposure are appropriate for children.

Dr. J. Herman Kan, a pediatric radiologist at Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, answers some of the most common pediatric radiology questions.

Located at I-10 and Barker Cypress, Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus houses the only 24/7 pediatric emergency room in the Greater West Houston area, four surgical suites and a minor procedure room, inpatient services and advanced imaging services including ultrasound, MRI and CT scans.

Expert:Dr. J. Herman Kan

Diagnostic imaging at Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus. Photo by A. Kramer.


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In an effort to continue to provide patients with convenient access to high-quality health care, Memorial Hermann an-nounced that it will build its third Convenient Care Center in one of the fastest growing areas in Texas. The new facility in south Katy will join sister facilities in Summer Creek and Pearland.

“This new model of health care delivery provides patients with a highly accessible location for a variety of services, from 24 hour emergency care to screening mammograms,” said Scott Barbe, CEO of Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital.

The Memorial Hermann Convenient Care Center in Katy is slated to open in the spring of 2015 and will provide one-stop, coordinated access to a vast array of Memorial Hermann services in a single location. The Convenient Care Center will house primary care physicians (adult and pediatric), lab ser-vices, imaging, a 24 hour emergency room, sports medicine and rehabilitation and more.

Memorial Hermann to Open Convenient Care Center in Katy Area

A rendering of the new Memorial Hermann Convenient Care Center in Katy.

Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute-Memorial CityTop 10% in the Nation for Quality in Heart Bypass Surgery

The Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute-Memorial City has recently joined the top ranks of the nation’s hospitals with a Three-Star rating from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for quality related to heart bypass surgeries performed January through December 2013. The nation’s top measure for clinical quality in heart bypass surgery, a Three-Star rating places the Institute among the top 10 percent of programs in the United States.

The Three-Star rating reflects the Society’s assessment of hospital coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) programs based on 11 measures of quality. These 11 measures of quality directly affect positive patient outcomes. Importantly, the 11 in-dividual measures and the overall composite measure method-ology are all endorsed by the National Quality Forum and have

undergone careful scrutiny by quality measure experts.Memorial City’s affiliated cardiovascular surgical team,

headed by Donald Gibson, M.D. and Michael Macris, M.D., in-cludes a superior medical staff of affiliated cardiovascular an-esthesiologists, cardiologists and nurse practitioners as well as cardiovascular intensive care unit (CVICU) staff and nurses. It’s one more reason why Memorial Hermann Memorial City is set-ting the pace in cardiovascular care in west Houston.

If you would like to learn more about the STS rating system, we invite you to visit their website at www.sts.org.

To learn more about our commitment to excellence in car-diovascular care, visit heart.memorialhermann.org or call 713-CARDIAC (713-227-3422).

“The response from the communities where we currently operate Convenient Care Centers has been overwhelmingly positive,” said Dan Wolterman, CEO and President of Memo-rial Hermann Health System. “Our patients say they appreciate the ease of scheduling appointments, the convenience of being able to drive up, park and walk in and that our staff is friendly and professional. We look forward to bringing this model of care to the Katy community.”

The $19.1 million, 30,000 square-foot Convenient Care Cen-ter is designed to take the stress out of scheduling appointments for routine health needs by offering families convenient options such as walk-in access and extended evening and weekend hours for primary care. For non-routine and more urgent needs, the Convenient Care Center will house a 24 hour, seven days a week, emergency department staffed by board certified emer-gency medicine physicians and emergency trained nurses. Patients in need of higher levels of care will be transferred to Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center or Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital.

“The Convenient Care Center will be an added value for fam-ilies in this area,” Barbe continued. “The attending doctors and nurses are some of the same professionals who have provided high-quality care to families in this area for many years. They are committed to our community.”

The Convenient Care Center will be constructed on the cor-ner of the Grand Parkway and West Park Toll Road. A ground-breaking ceremony will be announced soon.


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Coaxing layers of mouthwater-ing savory, smoky flavor out of grilled meat instantly trans-

forms a Labor Day backyard barbecue from ho-hum to heavenly. As the tem-peratures rise this Labor Day weekend, focus on flavor to take your backyard barbecue to a whole new level.

The distinct flavors of grilled foods come from three sources, according to Ardie Davis, renowned judge on the barbecue circuit and founder of the American Royal International BBQ Sauce, Rub & Baste Contest. These in-clude seasonings and marinades used to flavor food before grilling; smoky fla-vors that emerge during grilling itself (from wood chips, planks or sauces or seasonings applied while cooking) and finishing sauces applied after the food is removed from the heat.

Follow these easy tips from Davis:Tenderize with marinades. Mari-

nades transform tougher cuts of meat into flavorful and tender options. KC Masterpiece marinades will penetrate meat in 30 minutes, adding flavor and increasing tenderness.

Enhance with wood chips or planks. Build on the grill’s natural smoky fla-

vor with wood chips or planks that in-fuse subtle layers of new tastes, such as hickory or apple. Scatter dry chips directly on the coals and watch for them to begin to smoke before placing meat on the grill. Keep the lid closed in between turning the meat to create a stronger smoky flavor.

Keep meat moist. Use a spatula or tongs for flipping. Piercing meats can release flavorful juices and moistness, resulting in dry meat and diminished taste.

Top with Blue Ribbon flavor. Add smoky and sweet flavor to every bite with KC Masterpiece sauces, which can be used for broiling, baking and grilling and as an ingredient in many recipes. The sauce company celebrates the classic Blue Ribbon recipe that won “Best Sauce” at the first American Roy-al Barbecue sauce competition in 1978 and is made with real sugar and rich dark molasses.

Try Davis’ recipe for Kansas City Classic Ribs to bring authentic flavor to your favorite ‘cue. For additional tips and flavorful grilling recipes, visit www.kcmasterpiece.com.


Recipe created by sauce expert Ardie Davis.Makes: 4 servingsPrep time: 2 hours 30 minutesCook time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Marinade:• 1/3 cup soy sauce• 2 tablespoons roasted sesame seed oil• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic• 1 teaspoon powdered ginger• 1 cup KC Masterpiece Kansas City Classic barbecue sauce• 1 cup white or cider vinegar

Ribs:• 2 racks pork loin ribs, about two pounds each with the membrane removed• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Combine marinade ingredients in medi-um bowl and mix well. Place ribs in a large Glad® zipper bag and pour in marinade en-suring ribs are fully covered. Set aside and marinate for 2 hours or overnight in refrig-erator.

Set up two-zone fire for indirect grilling with Kingsford charcoal by situating char-coal on only one side of grill, leaving other side void. Heat to 400°F.

Lightly oil grill. Remove ribs from mari-nade and dispose of excess liquid. Place ribs, bone side down, over direct heat and cover grill for 6-8 minutes. Then turn ribs and cover for another 6-8 minutes. Con-tinue this process for 45 minutes to an hour or until ribs are tender.

Once tender, move ribs to void side of grill and coat with barbecue sauce. Cover grill for another 6-8 minutes.

Remove ribs from grill and cover with butcher paper or aluminum foil. Let rest for 10-15 minutes. Slice ribs into individual pieces and serve.

Kansas CityClassic Ribs

Master Your Backyard Barbecue

By Amy Gross

W hen cooking with wine, con-sider a bag-in-box type of wine, as its closure will keep

it from oxidizing – getting destroyed by coming in contact with air for too long –and enable you to keep the wine in your refrigerator, using it as you need it, for a much longer time than a wine closed with a cork or a screw top. An excep-tion to this would be if you are adding a small amount of wine at the end of a recipe when the wine is not likely to be reduced, and a fuller flavor of the wine will remain in the dish. If that is the case, use the wine you will be serving with the meal.

Other than that, try a red that is not overly tannic like Carlo Rossi Caber-net Sauvignon, which should be pretty easy to find, or something along those lines.

For recipes calling for a white wine, go for an unoaked Chardonnay, if pos-sible. An oaked one will be fine if you cannot find an unoaked, so don’t worry about that too much. In both cases, you want the fruit to be more prominent in the wine than the tannins or wood, as the fruit will be minimized as the wine reduces during cooking. Starting with a wine with low tannins in the case of red, or unoaked, in the case of white, will make a better dish.

Boxed wines may or may not be your favorite wines for drinking – there are some great ones out there – but they seem to be the best to keep on hand for regular cooking.

Do you have any wine related ques-tions? Shoot me an email at [email protected]. I’m here to help!

Cheers! And happy cooking!

Hi, I’ve been cooking for years but have never really cooked with wine. I would like to buy good, less expensive (hopefully less than $10) white and red wines that I can keep on hand to cook with. I have a limited knowledge of wines and get overwhelmed when I go to the store. I want to explore new recipes, and many call for wine. I think I wouldn’t be intimidated by them if I had a mixed case in the pantry.

Would you please make a recommendation? Thanks so much!– Dawn

A reader recently asked about cooking with wine:

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By Stephenie Cox

A Smoothie a Day

Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie

Berry Good Morning Smoothie

Pineapple Mango Smoothie

Tropical Kale Smoothie

I am a big fan of smoothies for breakfast and snacks. I have even gone as far as to do a smoothie cleanse, most-ly because I still can’t commit to juicing and felt I need-

ed a reset. It is the best way to get the most nutrition in one glass. Smoothies can be the best energy lift and often replac-es the need for a sweet treat or caffeine boost in the after-noon when our bodies are craving protein and carbs. I may get made fun of with my green goop sometimes, but I cannot rave enough about how these delicious little smoothies set my day off right. I have been asked how I make smoothies, and when I go into, “Add a little of this and a little of that,” I am countered with, “No, a real recipe, not pie in the sky throw it all in the blender.”

Let’s take a moment to talk blenders. I love the magic bullet because it is an all-in-one compact cup that you take with you. But, it can only blend so much. I am alright with that, but I recommend a high performance blender. I confess I got sticker shock when I started shopping for one. Do they really have to be so expensive?

It took me a year to commit to buying a Vitamix. In the end, a high performance blender offers you more options for

your smoothies, as well as other things like salad dressings, soups, nut butters, etc. It makes a difference when you are adding veggies and oats to your smooth-ies creating a perfectly smooth smoothie.

My kids will drink just about every-thing because they don’t know it’s in there. Well, the green color gives it away, but maybe a blindfold for the first sip would help the picky ones.

Here are a few of my favor-ites, but remember that mak-ing it your own is the key to loving smoothies. Play with the recipes to perfect them to your taste.

For smoothies, place all ingredients in blender, and blend on low for 30 seconds. Move slowly to high until mixture is completely smooth. Enjoy!

• 1 cup fresh spinach• 1 ripe banana• 1 tablespoon organic

peanut butter• 1/4 cup organic oats• 1 cup organic

unsweetened vanilla almond milk

• 1 teaspoon organic flax meal

• 4-5 ice cubes• 1 scoop of Jay Robb’s

Vanilla Egg White Protein or 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

• 1/2 chopped kale• 1/2 cup frozen

blueberries• 1/2 cup frozen

strawberries• 4-5 baby carrots

• 1 scoop of JayRobb’s Vanilla Egg White Protein or 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

• 1/2 cup frozenpineapple

• 1/4 cup fresh spinach

• 1/2 cup frozenmangoes

• 1 cup organicunsweetened vanilla coconut milk

• 1 teaspoon ground chia seeds

• 1 cup choppedfresh kale

• 1 cup organicunsweetened vanilla coconut milk

• 1/2 cup frozen mangoes• 1/2 cup organic

strawberries• 2 scoops Pea

Protein Powder

• 2 scoops Pea Protein Powder (I like Kenzen Vital Balance)

• 1 cup organicunsweetened vanilla almond milk


T he fall season is upon us with hopefully a little cooler weather. Here are

a variety of activities to keep your family kickin’ in Katy. Get out and have fun!

What’s Kickin’ inKaty

By Mary Raines

September 19th and 20th2014 Mom EXPOFriday, 10 am – 3 pmSaturday, 10 am – 4 pmLeonard E. Merrell Center6301 S. Stadium LaneThis two-day tradeshow is designed to bring moms together to motivate, inspire, nurture, and reward women of young families as they travel through the journey of motherhood. To learn more, visit www.TheMomExpo.com or call 281-203-9066.

September 20thY Guides/Princesses Open House10 am – NoonKaty YMCA22807 Westheimer ParkwayLearn about Y Guides, Y Princesses and Y Trails (formerly Indian Guides/Princesses), a YMCA program that involves fathers and their school-aged children spending quality time together through group activities, prima-rily weekend camping trips and day outings. Come meet other participants and leaders of the program. Snacks and activities will be provided. Call 281-392-5055 or visit www.ymcahouston.org.

September 20thWillow ForkDrainage District’s Health Fair10 am – 1 pmCentral Green Park23501 Cinco Ranch BoulevardThis free health fair features medical profes-sional speakers addressing health concerns including hormones, diabetes, nutrition, medical care, when to get your child braces and more. Many health and wellness com-panies will be present to address health and wellness needs. For more information, visit www.CentralGreenPark.com.

September 20thKaty Sip n Stroll5 – 8 pmVillagio Town Center in Cinco RanchThe best wine, beer and food is coming to Katy Sip n Stroll! The Robert Hartye Band will entertain guests as they sip n stroll with their neighbors in the beautiful weather. The Presenting Sponsor, Kroger, along with area restaurants, will offer guests an array of sam-ples sure to please. Ticket prices vary, but the general price is $35 for the full evening of drinks, eats and fun. Proceeds benefit The Ballard House through Cinco Charities, a non-profit group. Contact 713-557-5732 or visit www.sipandstroll.com for more information.

September 26th – 28thKaty YMCA’s Annual Zumba Fest7 – 9 pm22807 Westheimer ParkwayDance the night away during this Latin fusion cardio class taught by the YMCA’s best Zumba instructors held in the parking lot of the Katy YMCA. Don’t miss this free event where eve-ryone is welcome! Visit www.ymcahouston.org or call 281-392-5505 for more details.

September 28thThe 22nd AnnualKaty Triathlon at Firethorne7 – 11 am28100 North Firethorne RoadThe Katy Triathlon is a 500-meter lake swim, 12-mile bike race and 3-mile run presented by the Rotary Club of Katy and title spon-sor The City of Katy. All proceeds go to the Katy Rotary and are then put back into the community as scholarships to graduating Katy ISD seniors and grants to many Rotary Club philanthropies. For more information or to register, call 281-391-3655 or visit www.katytriathlon.com/crtregister.htm.

September 4thNottingham Country Garden Club9:30 amMunicipal Utility Building #81805 Hidden Canyon DriveThis month, the Nottingham Country Gar-den Club (NCGC) features Ann Wegenhoft on Terrariums 101. Wegenhoft is a certified Master Gardener with the Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association and has earned the ti-tles of Vegetable Specialist and Propagation Specialist. The NCGC welcomes all people in-terested in gardening. For more information, visit www.nottinghamgardenclub.org or call 713-870-5915.

September 13th2014 Katy/West HoustonWalk to End Alzheimer’s7:30 am LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch23501 Cinco Ranch BoulevardThe Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. There is no reg-istration fee for the 3.1 mile walk, but par-ticipants are asked to make a personal dona-tion and commit to raising funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s. All funds raised further the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. To register, call 713-314-1342 or visit www.act.alz.org.


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