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America the Beautiful A Coloring and Activity Book • A Special Publication of The Facts Wednesday, April 8, 2009 2 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts Saturday, May 9 Freeport Municipal Park 8 am (Registration) 9 am - 11 am (Fishing Tournament) 11 am - 12 pm (Weigh-In/Awards) Entry Fee: 1 canned food item to benefit the Brazoria County Youth Home www.portfreeport.com/tacft • tacft@portfreeport.com (979) 233-2667 x 4324 2009 TACFT Sponsors Platinum Sponsor: Freeport LNG Gold Sponsors: Doyle & Wachtstetter, Inc. • Gulf Stream Marine • McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. • Mike Sorrell Trucking, Inc. • Parsons Brinckerhoff, Inc. Silver Sponsors: Dole Fresh Fruit Company • Forbes Construction, Inc. • Freeport Police Department • G & H Towing • Garner Environmental Business Development • Parker/Cabett Subsea Products, Inc. • Ports America, Inc. • Turbana Corporation Sponsors: American Erecting Co. • Aperio Engineering • Bay- Houston Towing Co. • Brian Bell, DDS • First State Bank • Freed Advertising • Kennemer-Masters • Maxim Crane Works • Miken Specialties, ltd. • On the River/River Point Restaurants • Texas Gulf Bank, N.A. • Waste Management 1st Prize - Dell Laptop 2nd Prize - $200 Wal-Mart Gift Card 3rd Prize - $100 Wal-Mart Gift Card RULES & REQUIREMENTS: 1. Fish must be caught in designated areas. Judging is done by total stringer weight for each child. One bucket/stringer per child – NO COMBINING FISH IN ONE BUCKET. Only legal fish will be weighed in by T.P.W. rules. 2. Maximum 30 fish per child (weight of biggest single fish out of 30 wins tie breaker). 3. Only one fishing pole & hook per line per child. NO DOUBLE LEADERS! 4. Parent or guardian MUST accompany children and are not allowed to fish during the tournament. 5. Only children ages 3-14 may participate. Prizes will be awarded in two categories: Blue Fins: Ages 3-8 (Parent may help bait, cast & reel) Yellow Fins: Ages 9-14 (Parent may coach only) 6. Bait will be provided – anglers may bring their own dead/artificial bait. NO LIVE BAIT ALLOWED! 7. A family who has won first place within the past two years cannot have a child in their family win first prize again. 8. Children of Port Freeport employees are not eligible for first – third place prizes. 9. Fishing will start and end with a horn blast. 10. IF CAUGHT CHEATING – YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL BE DISQUALIFIED AND ASKED TO LEAVE THE TOURNAMENT. IF YOU SUSPECT A CONTESTANT OF CHEATING, PLEASE INFORM A TOURNAMENT STAFF MEMBER. First 500 participants will receive a free t-shirt The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 3 Saturday April 18, 2009 10a.m. - 1p.m. ••••• ••••• Brazos Mall’s Center Court Sponsored by The City of Lake Jackson and The Day Care Association for the Week of the Young Child. Come visit the Don’t Mess With Texas Litter Force (Hawk & The Evil Trash Chipinator) Firefighters • Coast Guard • Hybrid Cars and other environmental activities & booths For more information Call Terri Cardwell (979) 415-2419 4 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts FLAG: WHITE BACKGROUND, RED X STATE BIRD: YELLOWHAMMER BROWN- & BLACK-STRIPED BACK, GRAY HEAD WITH RED PATCH, TAN FACE, BLACK COLLAR STATEHOOD: DECEMBER 14, 1819 STATE CAPITAL: MONTGOMERY FLAG: WHITE BACKGROUND, RED X STATE FLOWER: CAMELLIA PINK FLOWER, GREEN PETALS ALABAMA FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, YELLOW STARS STATEHOOD: JANUARY 3, 1959 STATE CAPITAL: JUNEAU STATE BIRD: WILLOW PTARMIGAN STATE FISH: CHINOOK SALMON BLUE-GREEN, GRAY TOP, DULL RED SIDES, SILVER BELLY, BLACK SPOTS STATE FLOWER: FORGET-ME-NOT LIGHT BLUE FLOWERS, YELLOW CENTERS, GREEN LEAVES ALASKA Corby W. Gotcher, D.D.S. 135 Oyster Creek Dr., Suite T Lake Jackson, TX 77566 979.297.2200 Corby W. Gotcher, D.D.S. “Expect Gentle Care & Personalized Service From Our Dental Team” The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 5 STATEHOOD: FEBRUARY 14, 1912 STATE CAPITAL: PHOENIX ARIZONA STATE FLOWER: SAGUARO CACTUS BLOSSOM WHITE FLOWER WITH YELLOW CENTER, GREEN CACTUS STATE BIRD: CACTUS WREN RED-BROWN HEAD, WHITE CHEST, TAN BELLY, BLACK, WHITE & RED-BROWN BACK, BROWN & BLACK TAIL FLAG: BLUE BOTTOM, RED & YELLOW RAYS FROM LEFT, COPPER STAR STATEHOOD: JUNE 15, 1836 STATE CAPITAL: LITTLE ROCK STATE BIRD: MOCKINGBIRD STATE FLOWER: APPLE BLOSSOM STATE MAMMAL: WHITE-TAILED DEER TAN BODY, WHITE NECK, CHEST & UNDERSIDE OF TAIL ARKANSAS STATE TREE: PINE TREE GREEN LEAVES, BROWN BARK FLAG: RED BACKGROUND, WHITE INSIDE DIAMOND WITH BLUE LETTERS & STARS, BLUE OUTSIDE DIAMOND & WHITE STARS Experience the most fuel-efficient line of tires on the road and the most fuel-efficient line of tires on the road Experienceenjoy exceptional long-lasting performance with Michelin. and enjoy exceptional long-lasting performance with Michelin.* * *Category testing based on SAE J1269 Rolling Resistance Industry Practice. Drop by today for all of your tire needs, and get the outstanding service and selection you deserve. • Experience optimized grip in any weather. • Rugged construction for handling heavy loads. • Off-road traction, on-road comfort. • Exceptionally long tire life under the toughest conditions. BRAZOSPORT TIRE Brazosport Tire has been serving the Brazosport area, providing fast, friendly service. We are a family owned and operated company dedicated to ful lling all your vehicular needs. From alignments to brakes to shocks and struts. Serving the Brazosport Area since 1949 BRAZOSPORT TIRE 441 E Plantation Dr., • Clute (979) 265-7434 Fast Friendly Service - Family-Owned & Operated Light Truck/SUV Light Truck ® MICHELIN LTX M/S ® MICHELIN LTX A/T 2 ® ® 6 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts CALIFORNIA STATE FLOWER: GOLDEN POPPY YELLOW-ORANGE FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES FLAG: WHITE BACKGROUND, RED STRIPE AND STAR, BROWN BEAR AND LETTERS, GREEN GRASS STATE BIRD: CALIFORNIA VALLEY QUAIL BROWN HEAD, BLACK PLUME & THROAT, WHITE FOREHEAD AND OUTLINE OF NECK, GRAY CHEST & BACK, LEGS & FEET, BROWN BELLY STATEHOOD: SEPTEMBER 9, 1850 STATE CAPITAL: SACRAMENTO COLORADO FLAG: BLUE OUTSIDE STRIPES, WHITE MIDDLE STRIPE, RED C, YELLOW CIRCLE STATE BIRD: LARK BUNTING BLACK BODY WITH WHITE WING & WHITE-TIPPED TAIL, GRAY BEAK STATEHOOD: AUGUST 1, 1876 STATE CAPITAL: DENVER STATE FLOWER: ROCKY MOUNTAIN COLUMBINE BLUE, WHITE INNER PETALS, YELLOW CENTER, GREEN LEAVES BEACH RENTALS ity of C ICHWOOD R A Great Place to Raise a Family! The 19th Annual Freeport Mainstreet Gateway To Brazosport FLAPJACK 5K & KIDS FUN RUN! Saturday, April 25, 2009 Memorial Park at Park Ave. & 2nd St., Freeport Times: 6:30 a.m. Race day registration 7:30 a.m. Race Packet Pick-up (pre-registered runners) 7:45 a.m. Kids Race begins • 8:00 a.m. 5K Race Entry Fees: Kids Run FREE! (Sponsored by BASF) Adults: $18.00 advance registration (until April 10) $20.00 from April 11 to race day Free T-Shirt & Flapjack breakfast w/juice while supplies last. Have some fun this summer! RENTALS Book Early! RICHWOOD Quintana Rose VA C AT I O N H O M E S 979-548-6626 WWW.QUINTANAROSE.COM • Quintana Rose & Quintana Sun Information (979) 871-0114, mstotler@freeport.tx.us or register at www.freeportmainstreet.com The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 7 CONNECTICUT STATEHOOD: JANUARY 9, 1788 STATE CAPITAL: HARTFORD STATE BIRD: AMERICAN ROBIN STATE FLOWER: MOUNTAIN LAUREL STATE TREE: WHITE OAK GREEN LEAVES, BROWN BARK STATE SHELLFISH: EASTERN OYSTER TAN & GRAY SHELL, CREAM INSIDES FLAG: BLUE, WHITE BANNER, SHIELD: GREEN, YELLOW & WHITE DELAWARE FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, WHITE LETTERS, YELLOW DIAMOND, SHIELD: GREEN, RED & BROWN STATE BIRD: BLUE HEN CHICKEN DARK BLUE AND GRAY, RED COXCOMB STATE TREE: AMERICAN HOLLY GREEN LEAVES, RED BERRIES STATEHOOD: DECEMBER 7, 1787 STATE CAPITAL: DOVER STATE FLOWER: PEACH BLOSSOM Our expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction covers it all. • CARPET • CERAMIC • LAMINATE • WOOD • RESILIENT Flooring Center Caring Professionals to groom your pet... Keep your pet looking & feeling good! Our Children Deserve Our Best! Your Home Does, Too! • New Roofs • Re-Roofs • Repairs • Free Estimates • State Inspections WE MOVED! 4724 CR 347 • Brazoria Hwy 288-B • Richwood 979-248-0778 Call for appointment 979-265-2781 Financing Available Certified Professional Grooming for Dogs & Cats Residential & Commercial 979-233-4946 Family owned and operated for 26 years 8 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts FLORIDA STATEHOOD: MARCH 3, 1845 STATE CAPITAL: TALLAHASSEE STATE BIRD: MOCKINGBIRD STATE FLOWER: ORANGE BLOSSOM — WHITE FLOWER, YELLOW-ORANGE CENTER, GREEN LEAVES STATE MARINE MAMMAL: MANATEE GRAY BODY FLAG: WHITE BACKGROUND, RED X, SEAL: BLUE, YELLOW, GREEN & BROWN STATE BIRD: BROWN THRASHER RED-BROWN BODY, BELLY: WHITE WITH BROWN STRIPES, YELLOW EYE STATEHOOD: JANUARY 2, 1788 STATE CAPITAL: ATLANTA STATE FLOWER: CHEROKEE ROSE STATE FRUIT: PEACH ORANGE-YELLOW-RED FRUIT, GREEN LEAVES FLAG: RED STRIPES TOP & BOTTOM, WHITE STARS & CENTER STRIPE, AND YELLOW COAT OF ARMS ON BLUE BACKGROUND GEORGIA Classes Every Month! The 19th Annual Freeport Mainstreet Popcorn Tins ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hand Dipped Blue Bell, Soup, Nachos, Hot Dogs, Tuna, Egg, Ham, Chicken Salad Sandwiches, Balloons, Jelly Belly Products Paddle Boats & Pool Parties FLAPJACK 5K & KIDS FUN RUN! Saturday, April 25, 2009 Memorial Park at Park Ave. & 2nd St., Freeport Times: 6:30 a.m. Race day registration 7:30 a.m. Race Packet Pick-up (pre-registered runners) 7:45 a.m. Kids Race begins • 8:00 a.m. 5K Race Entry Fees: Kids Run FREE! (Sponsored by BASF) Adults: $18.00 advance registration (until April 10) $20.00 from April 11 to race day Free T-Shirt & Flapjack breakfast w/juice while supplies last. Four Corners Shopping Center 313 S. Brazosport Blvd., Freeport 979-233-0036 Homemade Fudge Buy 1 lb. Get 1/2 lb. FREE! FREE SAMPLES Snorkeling/Swim Classes (Kids & Adults) Scuba Certification Classes (10 yrs & up) 330 N. Dixie Dr. Bldg. A • Lake Jackson, TX 77566 Party Room Available 979-285-0600 www.hydrosportsscuba.com Information (979) 871-0114, mstotler@freeport.tx.us or register at www.freeportmainstreet.com The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 9 STATE FLOWER: HIBISCUS YELLOW FLOWER, YELLOW & ORANGE CENTER, GREEN LEAVES HAWAII STATEHOOD: AUGUST 21, 1959 STATE CAPITAL: HONOLULU STATE BIRD: NENE (HAWAIIAN GOOSE) STATE MARINE MAMMAL: HUMPBACK WHALE BLACK BODY, WHITE THROAT & BELLY FLAG: WHITE, RED AND WHITE STRIPES, TOP LEFT: BLUE BACKGROUND, WHITE OUTSIDE LINES & RED INSIDE LINES IDAHO STATEHOOD: JULY 3, 1890 STATE CAPITAL: BOISE STATE BIRD: MOUNTAIN BLUEBIRD LIGHT BLUE WITH WHITE AND LIGHT BLUE BELLY FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, RED BANNER WITH YELLOW LETTERS, SEAL: YELLOW BORDER, BLUE, GREEN & BROWN CENTER STATE FLOWER: SYRINGA WHITE FLOWER, YELLOW CENTER, GREEN LEAVES Diamonds ~ Topaz ~ Rubies Emeralds ~ Sapphires ~ Amethyst Rings – Necklaces – Earrings – Pendants – Bracelets – Watches and so much more! Two Master Jewelers, one on premises at all times. NEED HEALTH INSURANCE? “Your Local Lampe Berger Dealer!” We’ll do the shopping Group & Individual Jared Huvar, D.D.S. 501 Dance Drive • West Columbia, TX 77486 (979)345-3621 • Fax (979)345-1294 Rios Jewelers 120 Circle Way. Ste. 7A (Across from Sonshine Shop) 103 Circle Way, Suite C Lake Jackson 979/297-5444 Mon. – Fri. 10am – 6pm • Sat 10am – 4pm INSURANCE (979) 297-5896 10 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts ILLINOIS STATE FLOWER: VIOLET PURPLE FLOWERS, GREEN LEAVES STATEHOOD: DECEMBER 3, 1818 STATE CAPITAL: SPRINGFIELD STATE BIRD: CARDINAL FLAG: WHITE BACKGROUND, BLUE LETTERS, YELLOW SUN, BROWN EAGLE, GREEN LAND, ORANGE BANNER STATE FISH: BLUEGILL GREEN BODY, ORANGE THROAT, YELLOW BELLY, TAN FINS & TAIL INDIANA STATE BIRD: CARDINAL RED BODY WITH BLACK FACE STATEHOOD: DECEMBER 11, 1816 STATE CAPITAL: INDIANAPOLIS FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, YELLOW STARS, TORCH & LETTERS STATE FLOWER: PEONY PINK OR WHITE WITH YELLOW CENTER, GREEN LEAVES FA WAL -MART 121 Hwy. 332 W, Lake Jackson Quality You Can Trust - Quality You Depend On BRAZORIA Open Mon-Sun 7-10 979-798-2600 LY O WN MI STEWART”S FOOD STORES SWEENY Open Mon-Sun 7-10 979-548-2621 13,000 Sq. Ft. State-Of-The-Art Gymnastics & Cheerleading Facility USA Gymnastics Safety Certified Instructors Year Round Class Registration Call for Details ED SUPERCENTER 979-297-9757 ★ ★ All Levels Boys and Girls 3 Years of Age and Up Home of the “Mighty Mights” & All American Cheer “No Limit” ★ Mission Statement ★ Our Mission at All American Gymnastics is to provide lifelong standards through quality instruction and encourage enjoyment in the sport of gymnastics. MI LY OPERAT ED YOUR LOCAL MERCHANT FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED FA 2 9 7 - 3 8 0 9 2 0 9 F l a g L a k e D r i v e , C l u t e The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 11 FLAG: STRIPES, LEFT TO RIGHT, BLUE, WHITE & RED, RED LETTERS, BLUE BANNER, BROWN EAGLE STATE FLOWER: WILD ROSE PINK, YELLOW & LIGHT GREEN CENTER, GREEN LEAVES STATEHOOD: DECEMBER 28, 1846 STATE CAPITAL: DES MOINES IOWA STATE FLOWER: WILD NATIVE SUNFLOWER YELLOW PETALS, GREEN & YELLOW CENTER, GREEN LEAVES STATE BIRD: EASTERN GOLDFINCH BLACK-CAPPED HEAD, YELLOW BODY, WINGS & TAIL: BLACK WITH WHITE TIPS KANSAS STATEHOOD: JANUARY 29, 1861 STATE CAPITAL: TOPEKA STATE BIRD: WESTERN MEADOWLARK STATE ANIMAL: AMERICAN BUFFALO — BROWN FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, YELLOW STARS, YELLOW & GREEN FLOWER, SHIELD: WHITE, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW & BROWN Clean & Efficient Propane can be used for Drying Clothes as well as Cooking, Heating, Hot Water, & Fireplaces •Family Owned & Operated• FREE Admission Children’s Activities Flight Toys Simulator Through Time (Learn the history of toys and games as you play) Proud to be a part of newspapers in education! Family owned & operated by the Turner family since 1938 P.O. Box 1126 • Freeport, Texas 77542 Phone: 979-233-5244 • Fax: 979-233-3897 Lake Jackson: 979-297-6464 • Toll Free: 888-215-TURNER (8876) FREEPORT-LAKEWOOD FUNERAL HOMES D&L Propane, Inc. 1/2 Mile South on FM 521 • Brazoria • 979-798-5252 For Emergencies 979-373-8895 249 Circle Way Lake Jackson 979-297-1570 12 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts KENTUCKY STATE FLOWER: GOLDENROD STATE TREE: TULIP POPLAR YELLOW FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES, BROWN BARK STATE HORSE: THOROUGHBRED GRAY, BLACK OR BROWN BODY STATE BIRD: CARDINAL FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, YELLOW LETTERS, GREEN AND YELLOW LEAVES, WHITE CIRCLE STATEHOOD: JUNE 1, 1792 • STATE CAPITAL: FRANKFORT LOUISIANA STATE REPTILE: ALLIGATOR — GREEN BODY, WHITE NECK & BELLY STATE BIRD: BROWN PELICAN YELLOW FOREHEAD, WHITE THROAT, BACK OF NECK: BROWN, GRAY-BROWN BODY, BLACK FEET FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, WHITE PELICAN & BANNER STATEHOOD: APRIL 30, 1812 STATE CAPITAL: BATON ROUGE STATE FLOWER: MAGNOLIA is this what you see when you look at your children? Find comfort in knowing we have your kids covered as they join the world without the protection of your wing. PARENTS, Committed ourselves to striking a balance between sustaining developments in the industry while protecting and preserving the natural environment. We offer many different plans to best suit your needs. • Medical • Auto • Home • Rental • Life We’re Not Just Insurance Agents, We Service Your Account 979.548.3838 979.548.3896 KESSLER INSURANCE AGENCY 103 South Main, Sweeny, TX 77480 www.kesslerinsurance.com www.eramet-gulf.com Corporate Headquarters P.O. Box 2290 • 302 Midway Road Freeport, TX 77542-2290 t. 979.415.1500 The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 13 MAINE STATE BERRY: WILD BLUEBERRY PURPLEBLUE BERRIES, GREEN LEAVES STATEHOOD: MARCH 15, 1820 STATE CAPITAL: AUGUSTA STATE ANIMAL: MOOSE BROWN BODY, TAN ANTLERS STATE BIRD: CHICKADEE STATE FLOWER: WHITE PINE CONE AND TASSEL FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, SEAL: GREEN, BROWN AND WHITE, BLUE BANNER MARYLAND FLAG: TOP RIGHT & BOTTOM LEFT: TWO RED CORNERS WITH WHITE CROSSES, TWO WHITE CORNERS WITH RED CROSSES, TOP LEFT & BOTTOM RIGHT: BLACK & YELLOW CHECKERED STATE FLOWER: BLACK-EYED SUSAN YELLOW PETALS, BROWN CENTER, GREEN LEAVES & STEM STATE CRUSTACEAN: MARYLAND BLUE CRAB BLUE BODY, ORANGE-TIPPED CLAWS STATEHOOD: APRIL 28, 1788 STATE CAPITAL: ANNAPOLIS STATE BIRD: BALTIMORE ORIOLE Monday/Wednesday Camp Tuesday/Thursday Camp WE’RE MOVING of Southern Brazoria County Trips Include: Space City Ice Station Astros Game and Tour Manna Fields Farm Houston Zoo Pitch Putt and Play And More $25 Weekly per camp $210 Adventure Pass per camp (M/W or T/TH) Trips Include: Moody Gardens Aquarium Astros Game and Tour Space Center Houston Putt Putt Fun House Museum of Natural Science And More COME VISIT OUR NEW STORE Adventure Pass: May 1– Full Weekly: May 16 - Full (limited # available) OPENING APRIL 17 th 12 Circle Way • Lake Jackson • 979-285-0090 Friday and Saturday 9am-3pm • www.habitatsbc.org Miss a Day... Miss a Deal! Angleton Rec. Center ~ (979)549-0410 14 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts FLAG: WHITE BACKGROUND, BLUE SHIELD & BANNER, WHITE STAR, YELLOW WARRIOR STATE BIRD: CHICKADEE GRAY BODY, BLACK-CAPPED HEAD, BLACK THROAT, WHITE FACE & CHEST, TAN BELLY STATEHOOD: FEBRUARY 6, 1788 STATE CAPITAL: BOSTON STATE FLOWER: MAYFLOWER STATE BERRY: CRANBERRY RED BERRIES, GREEN LEAVES & STEM MASSACHUSETTS MICHIGAN STATEHOOD: JANUARY 26, 1837 STATE CAPITAL: LANSING STATE FLOWER: APPLE BLOSSOM STATE BIRD: ROBIN RED BIB, GRAYBROWN BODY, WHITE BELLY, YELLOW BILL STATE WILDFLOWER: DWARF LAKE IRIS PURPLE FLOWER WITH WHITE AND YELLOW CENTER, GREEN LEAVES FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, SHIELD: RED, WHITE, BROWN, GREEN & YELLOW The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 15 MINNESOTA STATE FLOWER: LADY SLIPPER PINK CENTER, WHITE PETALS, GREEN LEAVES & STATE INSECT: MONARCH BUTTERFLY ORANGE, BLACK BORDER ON WINGS, WHITE SPOTS STATEHOOD: MAY 11, 1858 STATE CAPITAL: ST. PAUL STATE BIRD: COMMON LOON FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, GREEN & RED BANNERS, YELLOW, WHITE, BROWN & RED SEAL, WHITE MIDDLE CIRCLE, YELLOW INSIDE CIRCLE, OUTSIDE CIRCLE & STARS STATEHOOD: DECEMBER 10, 1817 STATE CAPITAL: JACKSON STATE BIRD: MOCKINGBIRD GRAY BODY, WHITE BELLY, WHITE PATCHES ON WINGS AND TAIL FLAG: STRIPES, TOP TO BOTTOM, BLUE, RED & WHITE, TOP LEFT: RED BACKGROUND WITH WHITE STARS ON BLUE X STATE FLOWER: MAGNOLIA WHITE FLOWER, YELLOW CENTER, GREEN LEAVES MISSISSIPPI 16 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts FLAG: RED, WHITE & BLUE STRIPES, BLUE, GREEN, YELLOW & RED SEAL WITH BROWN BEARS, WHITE INSIDE CIRCLE, BLUE OUTSIDE CIRCLE WITH WHITE STARS STATE TREE: FLOWERING DOGWOOD — WHITE FLOWER, YELLOW-GREEN CENTER, GREEN LEAVES STATE FLOWER: HAWTHORN BLOSSOM STATEHOOD: AUGUST 10, 1821 STATE CAPITAL: JEFFERSON CITY STATE BIRD: BLUEBIRD BLUE HEAD & BACK, ORANGE CHEST, WHITE BELLY MISSOURI STATE FLOWER: BITTERROOT PINK FLOWER WITH WHITE CENTER, GREEN LEAVES STATEHOOD: NOVEMBER 8, 1889 STATE CAPITAL: HELENA STATE BIRD: WESTERN MEADOWLARK MONTANA FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, YELLOW LETTERS & SKY, BLUE WATER, LAND: BROWN, ORANGE & GREEN, TAN BANNER Let us protect your valuables! Childr en’s Health ★ Loans $ up to 1194 as of Low monthly today payments! Credit Bureau Reporting • Phone Applications Welcome! FREE Copy • FREE Fax • FREE Notary Life ★ ★ Dental STATE FISH: BLACK-SPOTTED CUTTHROAT TROUT GREEN-YELLOW BODY, WHITE THROAT & BELLY, TAN FINS, BLACK SPOTS ON BACK & TAIL Manager: Rosemary Salinas • Se Habla Español Insurance Agency (979) 549-0400 125 Hwy. 332 Ste. B • Lake Jackson • 979.285.9746 The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 17 STATEHOOD: MARCH 1, 1867 STATE CAPITAL: LINCOLN STATE BIRD: WESTERN MEADOWLARK STATE MAMMAL: WHITE-TAILED DEER — TAN BODY, WHITE MARKINGS ON FACE, NECK & UNDERSIDE OF TAIL NEBRASKA STATE FLOWER: GOLDENROD YELLOW FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, SEAL: YELLOW & LIGHT BLUE STATEHOOD: OCTOBER 31, 1864 STATE CAPITAL: CARSON CITY STATE BIRD: MOUNTAIN BLUEBIRD NEVADA STATE ANIMAL: BIG HORN SHEEP — TAN HORNS, WHITE MUZZLE & HIND-END, TAN OR BROWN BODY FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, SILVER STAR, YELLOW BANNER, GREEN STEM, YELLOW FLOWERS STATE FLOWER: SAGEBRUSH YELLOW FLOWERS, GREEN LEAVES & STEM Meeting Your Needs For In-Home Care TEXAS SOUTH PERSONAL HOMECARE SERVICES, INC. HOLY COMFORTER EPISCOPAL SCHOOL A fully accredited, state-licensed early childhood program. Taking Care of Family! Jean L. Gustavsen Insurance and Financial Service Agent Specializing in 24 hour care •Are you currently paying an hourly rate for 24-hour care? •Let us cut your costs by 50% and effectively manage your care. Now Offering: Transitional Pre-K A class specifically for 5 year olds needing one more year of Kindergarten readiness. HCES is non-discriminatory in regard to race, religion, or gender. www.phs-texas.info Local: 979-297-9191 • Fax 979-297-9192 Toll Free: 866-540-7272 227 S. Chenango • Angleton (979) 849-8233 1024 N. Velasco, Angleton (979) 849-4602 18 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE FLOWER: PURPLE LILAC PURPLE FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES STATE BIRD: PURPLE FINCH LIGHT RED BODY WITH BROWN WINGS AND TAIL, WHITE BELLY STATEHOOD: JUNE 21, 1788 STATE CAPITAL: CONCORD FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, YELLOW LEAVES & STARS, SEAL: YELLOW, BROWN, WHITE, RED, GREEN & BLUE STATEHOOD: DECEMBER 18, 1787 • STATE CAPITAL: TRENTON FLAG: TAN BACKGROUND, BLUE BANNER, WOMEN: RED & WHITE, BLUE SHIELD NEW JERSEY STATE FLOWER: PURPLE VIOLET — BLUE-PURPLE PETALS, WHITE & YELLOW CENTER, GREEN LEAVES STATE BIRD: EASTERN GOLDFINCH BLACK-CAPPED HEAD, YELLOW BODY, WINGS & TAIL: BLACK WITH WHITE TIPS Leal Family Clinic Enrique A. Leal III, MD “We strive to be better than the best” No Credit Check With Clear Car Title! •Need to Re-Establish your Credit? •We Report to the credit Bureau Ike Couldn’t Keep Us Down! Fun For The Entire Family! ★★★ ALL NEW ★ ★ ★ ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS BOARD CERTIFIED IN FAMILY MEDICINE, ANATOMIC AND CLINICAL PATHOLOGY TEXAN CREDIT CORP. Barbara Martinez • Branch Manager TWO LOCATIONS FOR THE BEST OUTPATIENT CARE West Columbia Kittie Nash Groce Rehabilitation Center 301 Dance Drive • Open Thurs 8-5 Sweeny 303 N. McKinney, Suite E Open Mon.-Wed. 8:00-5:00 • Fri. 8:00-12:00 979.299.1043 107 West Way, Suite 5 Lake Jackson, TX 77566 Next To Cactus Grill •Approved usually within 30 minutes or less •Easy and Convenient •Phone Applications Welcomed •We Loan up to $1,200.00 Alvin Bowling C o m p a n y 300 E. Motel Dr., Alvin, TX Open 7 Days a week.... For appointments at either location call: (281) 331-4487 alvinbowling@yahoo.com www.alvinbowling.com (979)647-1265 Se Habla Espanol All loans subject to our normal credit criteria. Must have verifiable income and residence. Title must be in customers name and vehicle must be registered and running. The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 19 NEW MEXICO STATEHOOD: JANUARY 6, 1912 STATE CAPITAL: SANTA FE STATE FLOWER: YUCCA FLOWER WHITE FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES STATE BIRD: ROADRUNNER BROWN & GRAY BODY, WHITE TIPS ON TAIL, YELLOW EYE FLAG: YELLOW WITH RED SYMBOL STATEHOOD: JULY 26, 1788 STATE CAPITAL: ALBANY STATE BIRD: BLUEBIRD FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, WHITE BANNER, SHIELD: BLUE, RED, YELLOW, GREEN & BROWN STATE INSECT: LADYBUG RED WITH BLACK SPOTS NEW YORK STATE FLOWER: ROSE RED FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES • Interactive Pitch-Catch Exhibit • Video Kiosks • Theater • Writings and Pictorials of Nolan’s 27-Year Career 2925 South Bypass 35 • Alvin, TX 77511 281-388-1134 • Audio Tour of Nolan’s 7 No-Hitters www.nolanr yanfoundation.org • The Rawling’s Hall of Records Depicting Nolan’s 5,714 Strikeouts 20 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts NORTH CAROLINA STATE MAMMAL: GREY SQUIRREL GRAY HEAD AND BODY, WHITE CHEST, BELLY AND SIDES OF TAIL STATEHOOD: NOVEMBER 21, 1789 STATE CAPITAL: RALEIGH STATE BIRD: CARDINAL STATE FLOWER: DOGWOOD FLAG: BLUE STRIPE ON LEFT, YELLOW BANNERS & LETTERS, WHITE STAR, RED TOP STRIPE, WHITE BOTTOM STRIPE STATE WILDFLOWER: CAROLINA LILY RED FLOWER, YELLOW CENTER WITH RED SPOTS, GREEN LEAVES STATE FLOWER: WILD PRAIRIE ROSE PINK WITH YELLOW CENTER, GREEN LEAVES NORTH DAKOTA STATEHOOD: NOVEMBER 2, 1889 STATE CAPITAL: BISMARCK STATE BIRD: WESTERN MEADOWLARK BROWN BODY WITH WHITE SIDES, YELLOW THROAT & BELLY FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, RED BANNERS, WHITE STARS, YELLOW SUN, BROWN & WHITE EAGLE RESPECT VALUE SIMPLICITY Funeral Home Call today for a tour and receive a personal planning guide We honor most prearrangements from other funeral homes. Call and transfer today. Funerals, Cremations, Cemetery & Memorials in one convenient location Kristopher Brock, Manager; Jay Luce, General Manager Restwood Funeral Home & Memorial Park 979-297-2121 1038 W. Plantation Dr. - Lake Jackson The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 21 STATEHOOD: MARCH 1, 1803 • STATE CAPITAL: COLUMBUS • STATE BIRD: CARDINAL STATE TREE: OHIO BUCKEYE YELLOW FLOWERS, GREEN STEM & LEAVES OHIO FLAG: FIRST, THIRD & FIFTH STRIPES: RED , SECOND & FOURTH STRIPES: WHITE, BLUE TRIANGLE, WHITE STARS, CIRCLE: WHITE WITH RED CENTER STATE FLOWER: SCARLET CARNATION RED FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES & STEM OKLAHOMA STATE FLORAL EMBLEM: MISTLETOE WHITE BERRIES, GREEN LEAVES FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, WHITE LETTERS, TAN & RED SHIELD, GREEN LEAVES STATEHOOD: NOVEMBER 16, 1907 STATE CAPITAL: OKLAHOMA CITY STATE FLOWER: OKLAHOMA ROSE RED FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES STATE BIRD: SCISSOR-TAILED FLYCATCHER GRAY HEAD & BACK, BLACK WINGS WITH WHITE TIPS, BLACK TAIL, WHITE NECK, CHEST & BELLY, PINK SIDES Create Your Own Style In Our APRIL CLASSES! ❀ Sat., Apr. 12 - Basic Beading ❀ Sat., Apr. 12 - Funky Charm Bracelet ❀ Sat., Apr. 19 - Wire Wrapping an Oval Cabochon ❀ Wed., Apr. 23 - Sparkly Flower Ring SAVE MONEY! 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Gordon • Alvin • (281) 585-1001 22 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts OREGON STATE FLOWER: OREGON GRAPE YELLOW FLOWERS, GREEN LEAVES FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, YELLOW SHIELD & LETTERS STATEHOOD: FEBRUARY 14, 1859 STATE CAPITAL: SALEM STATE BIRD: WESTERN MEADOWLARK STATE ANIMAL: BEAVER BROWN BODY, BLACK TAIL PENNSYLVANIA STATE GAME BIRD: RUFFED GROUSE BROWN BODY, WHITE CHEST, BLACK NECK FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, BROWN HORSES & EAGLE, RED BANNER, SHIELD: RED, GREEN, YELLOW & BLUE STATE TREE: EASTERN HEMLOCK GREEN LEAVES, BROWN BARK STATEHOOD: DECEMBER 12, 1787 STATE CAPITAL: HARRISBURG STATE FLOWER: MOUNTAIN LAUREL Angleton Bowl INSURANCE SERVICES, INC. COMPARE OUR PRICES Home Auto 925 Highway 332 Lake Jackson, TX 77566 Birthday Parties $10 Per Child Book Your Field Trip Now! Bumpers and Kid’s Bowling Balls Available Call for a quote 979-297-2655 125 S. Parking Place 979-297-1161 979-297-1249 (fax) 979-848-1686 • 1040 S. Velasco Mon.-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-Midnight, Sun. Noon-10pm The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 23 RHODE ISLAND STATEHOOD: MAY 29, 1790 STATE CAPITAL: PROVIDENCE STATE FLOWER: VIOLET FLAG: WHITE BACKGROUND, YELLOW STARS & ANCHOR, BLUE BANNER STATE FISH: STRIPED BASS BLUE-GRAY BODY, WHITE BELLY, TAN FINS, BLACK STRIPES STATE BIRD: RHODE ISLAND RED — RED COCKSCOMB, RED-BROWN FEATHERS FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, WHITE MOON & TREE STATEHOOD: MAY 23, 1788 STATE CAPITAL: COLUMBIA STATE BIRD: CAROLINA WREN STATE FLOWER: YELLOW JESSAMINE STATE FRUIT: PEACH ORANGE-YELLOW-RED FRUIT, GREEN LEAVES SOUTH CAROLINA We work with all insurance companies • EVEN YOURS • A Family Flower Shop and Keepsakes 1999 E. Mulberry • Angleton Hours: 8-6 M-F; 9-4 Sat. Diane Daugherty - Owner STATE REPTILE: LOGGERHEAD SEA TURTLE — SHELL: REDBROWN WITH YELLOW EDGE, LIGHT YELLOW BELLY Warranty on all repairs FREE ESTIMATES 272 E. PLANTATION • CLUTE Ask how we can help with your deductable! (979)849-4400 www.familyflowershop.com 979-265-0889 Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:30pm 24 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts SOUTH DAKOTA STATEHOOD: NOVEMBER 2, 1889 STATE CAPITAL: PIERRE STATE BIRD: RING-NECKED PHEASANT STATE ANIMAL: COYOTE LIGHT GRAY OR TAN BODY, WHITE CHEST & BELLY FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, YELLOW LETTERS & TRIANGLES, WHITE SEAL STATE FLOWER: PASQUE FLOWER WHITE WITH YELLOW CENTER, GREEN STEM & LEAVES TENNESSEE STATE FLOWER: IRIS — PURPLE FLOWER, GREEN STEM & LEAVES STATEHOOD: JUNE 1, 1796 STATE CAPITAL: NASHVILLE STATE BIRD: MOCKINGBIRD FLAG: RED BACKGROUND, WHITE THIN STRIPE & STARS, BLUE STRIPE ON RIGHT, BLUE INSIDE CIRCLE STATE WILD ANIMAL: RACCOON BROWN AND GRAY BODY AND STRIPED TAIL, WHITE FACE WITH BLACK AROUND EYES Clute Parks & Recreation SWIMMING LESSON REGISTRATION: Begins April 27th - until all classes are filled. American Red Cross Instructors. $25 residents/$28 non-residents. 8 Days - 45 Minutes / Day Pool Opens...June 8th Annual Passes & Private Party Rentals Available UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS April 18th: Pitch, Hit & Run, Girls 7-14 years - FREE EVENT May 2nd: GoClute.com Car & Bike Show May 2nd: Doubles Horseshoe & Washer Tournaments May 17th-19th: A.S.A. Girls District Softball Tournament, 12 & under July 23rd-25th: 29th Annual Great Texas Mosquito Festival For information on all the above call Adult Slowpitch Softball Leagues & Karate Classes Year Round! 979-265-8392 Clute Parks & Recreation Department temporary new location: 218 Hwy. 332 West (old Calvin’s Marine location) The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 25 TEXAS STATE FLOWER: BLUEBONNET BLUE FLOWERS WITH WHITE CENTERS, GREEN LEAVES STATE LARGE MAMMAL: LONGHORN BODY: WHITE OR WHITE WITH BROWN STRIPES, WHITE HORN STATEHOOD: DECEMBER 29, 1845 STATE CAPITAL: AUSTIN STATE BIRD: MOCKINGBIRD FLAG: BLUE STRIPE ON LEFT, WHITE STAR & TOP STRIPE, RED BOTTOM STRIPE UTAH STATEHOOD: JANUARY 4, 1896 STATE CAPITAL: SALT LAKE CITY FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, SHIELD: RED, WHITE, BROWN & YELLOW STATE BIRD: SEAGULL WHITE BELLY, GRAY BACK & WINGS, BLACK TAIL, YELLOW BILL Hey Kids! Be A Bowling W.B. (Jack) Taylor STATE FLOWER: SEGO LILY WHITE FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES ! 297-1185 You will receive: 1. A membership card is good for one year. 2. One free game of open play bowling a day 3. A 10% discount on birthday parties. Bowl Texas wants you to be a part of a awesome club. We welcome any school age youth that is in K thru 12th grades into the program. (Not valid during COSMIC or with any special offers/coupons. Subject to lane availability. Shoes not included.) SUITE A – 628 Dixie Drive AUTO • HOME • LIFE • BUSINESS • BOAT • RV’s Allstate Life Insurance Companies The membership is FREE! 125 FM 2004 • Lake Jackson Your 1 Family Fun Center # 979-265-4151 26 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts VERMONT STATEHOOD: MARCH 4, 1791 STATE CAPITAL: MONTPELIER STATE FLOWER: RED CLOVER STATE TREE: SUGAR MAPLE GREEN OR YELLOW-RED LEAVES, BROWN BARK FLAG: SHIELD: BLUE BACKGROUND, SHIELD: GREEN & YELLOW, RED BANNER STATE BIRD: HERMIT THRUSH LIGHT BROWN BODY, WHITE BELLY AND THROAT WITH LIGHT BROWN SPOTS VIRGIN1A STATEHOOD: JUNE 25, 1788 STATE CAPITAL: RICHMOND STATE BIRD: CARDINAL FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, WHITE OUTSIDE CIRCLE, RED AND GREEN FLOWERS, SEAL: BLUE & BROWN STATE FLORAL EMBLEM: FLOWERING DOGWOOD WHITE OR PINK PETALS, GREEN CENTER & LEAVES S S ALMO T HERE! IT’ Food • Fun Family Entertainment 2009 Sunday, April 26 6:30-9:30 pm BRAZOS MALL Discounted tickets still available. Purchase your tickets at: Chamber Office (979)285-2501 Baywood Foods-Freeport • Brazos Mall STATE INSECT: TIGER SWALLOWTAIL BUTTERFLY BLACK BODY, YELLOW WINGS WITH BLACK TIPS The Facts AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 27 STATE FRUIT: APPLE GREEN, RED OR YELLOW FRUIT, GREEN LEAVES WASHINGTON STATEHOOD: NOVEMBER 11, 1889 STATE CAPITAL: OLYMPIA STATE FLOWER: COAST RHODODENDRON STATE BIRD: WILLOW GOLDFINCH YELLOW BODY, BLACK FOREHEAD, WINGS & TAIL: BLACK WITH WHITE TIPS FLAG: GREEN BACKGROUND, BLACK LETTERS ON YELLOW CIRCLE, WHITE PICTURE WITH BLUE BACKGROUND WEST VIRGINIA STATEHOOD: JUNE 20, 1863 STATE CAPITAL: CHARLESTON STATE BIRD: CARDINAL STATE FISH: BROOK TROUT — GREEN BODY WITH YELLOW DOWN MIDDLE, GREEN UPPER FIN, RED BELLY, TAIL, CHEEK AND LOWER FINS FLAG: WHITE BACKGROUND, BLUE BORDER, RED SEAL & BANNER, GREEN FLOWERS Angleton Early Learning Center Now Enrolling for the following programs: STATE FLOWER: MOUNTAIN LAUREL PINK, WHITE OR PURPLE FLOWERS, GREEN STEMS & LEAVES Pre-School • Pre-K • Ages 2-5 A Beka Curriculum Director Debra Stefka Asst. Director Colleen Beacom 2924 N. Valderas St. • Angleton • 979-848-8868 28 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL The Facts STATEHOOD: MAY 29, 1848 STATE CAPITAL: MADISON STATE BIRD: ROBIN STATE DOMESTICATED ANIMAL: DAIRY COW WHITE WITH BLACK SPOTS, BLACK OR WHITE WISCONSIN FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, WHITE LETTERS, SEAL: RED, WHITE & YELLOW STATE FLOWER: WOOD VIOLET PURPLE, PINK OR YELLOW FLOWERS, GREEN STEM & LEAVES WYOMING STATE MAMMAL: BISON — BROWN FLAG: BLUE BACKGROUND, RED OUTSIDE BORDER, WHITE INSIDE BORDER, WHITE BISON, BLUE & WHITE SEAL STATEHOOD: JUNE 10, 1890 STATE CAPITAL: CHEYENNE STATE BIRD: WESTERN MEADOWLARK STATE FLOWER: INDIAN PAINTBRUSH RED FLOWER, GREEN LEAVES & STEM