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December 2, 2009
Tomorrow the DACED will be having it's Club's Christmas Party at Buffalo Wild
Wings 3900 Pavillion Ct, Mesquite, TX 75150 located across the street from the
Denny's at Town East. 7:30pm - 9:30pm
I look forward to seeing all of you and having a great time.
At our meeting on Nov. 18th many of you chose to provide a gift or make a donation
to the family or one of the children that our club has adopted for Christmas. The gifts
are due by Noon on Friday at the Mesquite Social Services. Please bring them to the
Christmas Party at Buffalo Wild Wings tomorrow.
If you weren't at the meeting and you are wanting to contribute you can still bring an
unwrapped gift to the party, the children range in age from 6-14 and are all boys
with the exception of one girl and she is 8. Or, if you perfer, you can make a
donation to the Mesquite Social Services.
Tomorrow the DACED will be having it's Club's Christmas Party at Buffalo Wild
Wings 3900 Pavillion Ct, Mesquite, TX 75150 located across the street from the
Denny's at Town East. 7:30pm - 9:30pm
I look forward to seeing all of you and having a great time.
At our meeting on Nov. 18th many of you chose to provide a gift or make a donation
to the family or one of the children that our club has adopted for Christmas. The gifts
are due by Noon on Friday at the Mesquite Social Services. Please bring them to the
Christmas Party at Buffalo Wild Wings tomorrow.
If you weren't at the meeting and you are wanting to contribute you can still bring an
unwrapped gift to the party, the children range in age from 6-14 and are all boys
with the exception of one girl and she is 8. Or, if you perfer, you can make a
donation to the Mesquite Social Services.
December 14, 2009
Today Democrat Eric Johnson filed to Participate in the March 2010 Democratic
Primary to become the Democratic Nominee to represent TX HD 100 in the Texas
Statehouse. He is challenging the current Democratic State Representative Terri
Hodge for the seat.
Today Democrat Eric Johnson filed to Participate in the March 2010 Democratic
Primary to become the Democratic Nominee to represent TX HD 100 in the Texas
Statehouse. He is challenging the current Democratic State Representative Terri
Hodge for the seat.
December 10, 2009
Today the former Republican State Representative for TX HD 101, Thomas Latham,
filed to Participate in the March 2010 Republican Primary to become the Republican
Nominee for his old position. He joins fellow Republican and former Mesquite City
Councilman Greg Noschese, in challenging current Democratic State Rep. Robert
Miklos to represent the citizens of Balch Springs, Sunnyvale, and Mesquite in the
Texas Statehouse.
Today the former Republican State Representative for TX HD 101, Thomas Latham,
filed to Participate in the March 2010 Republican Primary to become the Republican
Nominee for his old position. He joins fellow Republican and former Mesquite City
Councilman Greg Noschese, in challenging current Democratic State Rep. Robert
Miklos to represent the citizens of Balch Springs, Sunnyvale, and Mesquite in the
Texas Statehouse.
December 9, 2009
On Thrursday December 17th, Congressman Jeb Hensarling and his staff will be
meeting with constituents 9:AM to 10:AM at the Kaufman County Courthouse Annex.
100 N. Washington St. Kaufman, TX 75142
Constituents with questions or concerns, will be helped on a first-come first-served
basis.
On Thrursday December 17th, Congressman Jeb Hensarling and his staff will be
meeting with constituents 9:AM to 10:AM at the Kaufman County Courthouse Annex.
100 N. Washington St. Kaufman, TX 75142
Constituents with questions or concerns, will be helped on a first-come first-served
basis.
December 4, 2009
Today Texas State Senator Bob Deuell TX SD 2, filed for Re-Election to the Texas
Senate. Deuell, a physician, has represented Senate District 2 since 2003.
Sen. Deuell may be facing a challenge from Democrat Kathleen Shaw, of Cedar Hill,
in next year's General election.
Today Texas State Senator Bob Deuell TX SD 2, filed for Re-Election to the Texas
Senate. Deuell, a physician, has represented Senate District 2 since 2003.
Sen. Deuell may be facing a challenge from Democrat Kathleen Shaw, of Cedar Hill,
in next year's General election.
December 3, 2009
Today State Representative Robert Miklos TX HD 101, filed for a 2nd term in the
Texas Statehouse representing Mesquite, Sunnyvale, and Balch Springs.
Rep. Miklos will be facing a Republican challenger, -- - just as soon as the local GOP
figures out who exactly that will be.
Today State Representative Robert Miklos TX HD 101, filed for a 2nd term in the
Texas Statehouse representing Mesquite, Sunnyvale, and Balch Springs.
Rep. Miklos will be facing a Republican challenger, -- - just as soon as the local GOP
figures out who exactly that will be.
December 3, 2009
Today Fr. Mesquite City Councilman Greg Noschese filed to Participate in the March
2010 Republican primary to become the Republican Nominee for Texas State
Representative from House District 101.
He joins potential Republican rivals Thomas Latham and Cindy Burkett in seeking the
chance to challenge current State Rep. Robert Miklos in next year's general Election.
Today Fr. Mesquite City Councilman Greg Noschese filed to Participate in the March
2010 Republican primary to become the Republican Nominee for Texas State
Representative from House District 101.
He joins potential Republican rivals Thomas Latham and Cindy Burkett in seeking the
chance to challenge current State Rep. Robert Miklos in next year's general Election.
December 9, 2009
This coming Saturday, December 12 there will be a Parade and Holiday festival in the
community of Balch Springs. The DACED will have an entry in this Parade, and a
Booth at the festival. All Democrats and Democratic Candidates are welcome to
come and participate. The parade starts at Noon in the parking lot of Wal-mart on
lake June in Balch Springs. Email me if you have any questions.
This coming Saturday, December 12 there will be a Parade and Holiday festival in the
community of Balch Springs. The DACED will have an entry in this Parade, and a
Booth at the festival. All Democrats and Democratic Candidates are welcome to
come and participate. The parade starts at Noon in the parking lot of Wal-mart on
lake June in Balch Springs. Email me if you have any questions.
December 12, 2009
We had a great time today in Balch Springs at the Christmas Parade and festival.
Thanks to everyone who came out and participated, including three Candidates.
Wesley Johnson, who is running for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Place 2, Robert
Drennen, who is running for Mesquite City Council Place 4, and Bonnie Lee Goldstein,
who is running for 5th District court of Appeals Place 4. We also had former Balch
Springs Mayor Cedric Davis and State Rep. Robert Miklos stop by our booth briefly.
CLICK HERE to see Pictures
We had a great time today in Balch Springs at the Christmas Parade and festival.
Thanks to everyone who came out and participated, including three Candidates.
Wesley Johnson, who is running for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Place 2, Robert
Drennen, who is running for Mesquite City Council Place 4, and Bonnie Lee Goldstein,
who is running for 5th District court of Appeals Place 4. We also had former Balch
Springs Mayor Cedric Davis and State Rep. Robert Miklos stop by our booth briefly.
CLICK HERE to see Pictures
December 13, 2009
Today The Mesquite Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association has chosen the
officers of the month for October and November.
Detention Officer Tim Thrasher was selected as Officer of the month for October.
He has been a member of the Mesquite Police Dept. for 20 years. As a detention
officer, he has worked the jail and information area at the front desk. He is a very
loyal and dedicated employee.
Officer John Tullis was the MCPAAA choice as officer of the month for November.
Officer Tullis has been with the Mesquite Police Department for 15 years. He is
currently assigned to Patrol in the north section of Mesquite. He has previously
worked in Auto theft, and was an investigator with the Burglary & Theft Division
The Mesquite Citizen's Police Academy Alumni Association congratulates both of
these fine men on a job well done.
CLICK HERE to see Pictures.
Today The Mesquite Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association has chosen the
officers of the month for October and November.
Detention Officer Tim Thrasher was selected as Officer of the month for October.
He has been a member of the Mesquite Police Dept. for 20 years. As a detention
officer, he has worked the jail and information area at the front desk. He is a very
loyal and dedicated employee.
Officer John Tullis was the MCPAAA choice as officer of the month for November.
Officer Tullis has been with the Mesquite Police Department for 15 years. He is
currently assigned to Patrol in the north section of Mesquite. He has previously
worked in Auto theft, and was an investigator with the Burglary & Theft Division
The Mesquite Citizen's Police Academy Alumni Association congratulates both of
these fine men on a job well done.
CLICK HERE to see Pictures.
December 14, 2009
There is a Democratic challenger to US Rep. Sam Johnson in the 3rd congressional
District.
John Lingenfelder Jr. of Plano is seeking the opportunity to represent the citizens of
the Texass 3rd congressional District in the United States Congress.
Mr. Lingenfelder has been involved with local political and community organizations
such as CHOICE, KQUIPS, ACLU of Texas, and MoveOn.org.
He does not believe that the people of the 3rd district have ever had a Progressive
view and that is past time for them to have one.
Good luck Mr. Lingenfelder.
There is a Democratic challenger to US Rep. Sam Johnson in the 3rd congressional
District.
John Lingenfelder Jr. of Plano is seeking the opportunity to represent the citizens of
the Texass 3rd congressional District in the United States Congress.
Mr. Lingenfelder has been involved with local political and community organizations
such as CHOICE, KQUIPS, ACLU of Texas, and MoveOn.org.
He does not believe that the people of the 3rd district have ever had a Progressive
view and that is past time for them to have one.
Good luck Mr. Lingenfelder.
December 6, 2009
Had a great time at my friend Lois Sheeler's Christams Party. Wesley and I went,
met alot of people. Robert Drennen also attended. CLICK HERE for Pictures
Had a great time at my friend Lois Sheeler's Christams Party. Wesley and I went,
met alot of people. Robert Drennen also attended. CLICK HERE for Pictures
December 10, 2009
This evening the Mesquite Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association held their
Annual Christmas banquet and Class Graduation. Shannon and I were lucky enough
to sit at State Representative Robert Miklos's table, which was right up front.
The banquet was held at the Family Cathedral of Praise in Mesquite. The hall was
full of people. The dinner was catered by the Black Eyed Pea. We had a very
wonderful time. CLICK HERE to see photos.
This evening the Mesquite Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association held their
Annual Christmas banquet and Class Graduation. Shannon and I were lucky enough
to sit at State Representative Robert Miklos's table, which was right up front.
The banquet was held at the Family Cathedral of Praise in Mesquite. The hall was
full of people. The dinner was catered by the Black Eyed Pea. We had a very
wonderful time. CLICK HERE to see photos.
December 25, 2009
Merry Christmas to my family and friends.
Merry Christmas to my family and friends.
December 30, 2009
Today candidates Wesley Johnson and Grier Raggio both filed at he DCDP HQ.
Wesley Johnson for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Place 2, and Grier Raggio for
United States Representative from TX House District 32. Neither man has a
Primary opponent .
To see photos of Wesley Johnson's filing CLICK HERE. To See Grier Raggio's filing
CLICK HERE.
Today candidates Wesley Johnson and Grier Raggio both filed at he DCDP HQ.
Wesley Johnson for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Place 2, and Grier Raggio for
United States Representative from TX House District 32. Neither man has a
Primary opponent .
To see photos of Wesley Johnson's filing CLICK HERE. To See Grier Raggio's filing
CLICK HERE.
December 31, 2009
This evening Shannon and I rang in the New Year with friends over at Liz Walley's
house. We had great conversation leading up till midnight. We toasted the New
Year and Hoped for a Bright future. Happy New year to you and Yours !
CLICK HERE for Photos.
This evening Shannon and I rang in the New Year with friends over at Liz Walley's
house. We had great conversation leading up till midnight. We toasted the New
Year and Hoped for a Bright future. Happy New year to you and Yours !
CLICK HERE for Photos.
January 2, 2010
Today we held our very first Panera Democratic Social of 2010. Thanks to everyone
who came out this morning to start the year off right. CLICK HERE for Photos
Today we held our very first Panera Democratic Social of 2010. Thanks to everyone
who came out this morning to start the year off right. CLICK HERE for Photos
January 2, 2010
Free Fingerprinting for children identification is provided by the Mesquite Citizens
Police Academy Alumni Association every 2nd Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the
MCPAAA Office located in the Mesquite Police Department 777 N Galloway Ave,
Mesquite, TX 75149 if you would like futher information or have a question, please
call 972-329-8376
Free Fingerprinting for children identification is provided by the Mesquite Citizens
Police Academy Alumni Association every 2nd Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the
MCPAAA Office located in the Mesquite Police Department 777 N Galloway Ave,
Mesquite, TX 75149 if you would like futher information or have a question, please
call 972-329-8376
January 4, 2010
Wow! This evening's Democratic filing Party at the House of Blues in the west End
was awesome. The Room was packed everyone was there, Shannon and I met many
people and seen many friends. Jerry, Brenda, Robert, Wesley, Fernando, Barbara,
everyone was at the House of Blues. If you were not there then you missed a great
party. CLICK HERE for Photos.
Wow! This evening's Democratic filing Party at the House of Blues in the west End
was awesome. The Room was packed everyone was there, Shannon and I met many
people and seen many friends. Jerry, Brenda, Robert, Wesley, Fernando, Barbara,
everyone was at the House of Blues. If you were not there then you missed a great
party. CLICK HERE for Photos.
January 4, 2010
Since I first wrote to all of you about Mr. Massey, I have heard from many about
what you can do to help. Fernando and I have already visited him, as has Riki Smith
from Judge Foster's campaign, and DACED member Sarah Norman.
Mr. Massey has enjoyed all the company. Fernando and I have yet to speak with the
nursing home's administration, But Sarah spoke with one of the nurses. We are
going to find out more about the rules concerning Vincent and what we can and
can't do.
Vincent has requested Church's Fried Chicken (dark meat - thighs and legs), french
fries, and a six-pack of Coca-Cola. He is also in need of having his hearing aid
adjusted, and he needs someone to take him to his Hearing aid provider for a new
hearing test and to tune his hearing aid. He told Riki that the audiologist is located
on Garland Rd. near Easton. This will require someone with a car or truck large
enough to hold his wheelchair, and he may need help getting in and out. Sarah had
learned that he could leave for outings, but you have to go thru his nurse to do it.
We're gonna have to ask about all this, especially about his diet. Fried food and soda
may not be the best of ideas for someone who has had a diabetic stroke. -- We'll
have to see which of us that are has a vehicle that can accommodate his wheelchair
and is interested in helping him to his audiologist.
Maybe at some point we can come up with a group schedule, so we don't overlap
with each other and everybody would have someone to go with to visit Vincent.
Sarah also learned that his mealtimes are 8-9:30AM, 11-12:45PM, and 4:30-6:00PM.
He doesn't want to talk during mealtime.
Vincent would really like to receive emails from us, so his email address is:
vinsnt@aol.com it would be wonderful for all of us to write him.
What do all of you think?
Since I first wrote to all of you about Mr. Massey, I have heard from many about
what you can do to help. Fernando and I have already visited him, as has Riki Smith
from Judge Foster's campaign, and DACED member Sarah Norman.
Mr. Massey has enjoyed all the company. Fernando and I have yet to speak with the
nursing home's administration, But Sarah spoke with one of the nurses. We are
going to find out more about the rules concerning Vincent and what we can and
can't do.
Vincent has requested Church's Fried Chicken (dark meat - thighs and legs), french
fries, and a six-pack of Coca-Cola. He is also in need of having his hearing aid
adjusted, and he needs someone to take him to his Hearing aid provider for a new
hearing test and to tune his hearing aid. He told Riki that the audiologist is located
on Garland Rd. near Easton. This will require someone with a car or truck large
enough to hold his wheelchair, and he may need help getting in and out. Sarah had
learned that he could leave for outings, but you have to go thru his nurse to do it.
We're gonna have to ask about all this, especially about his diet. Fried food and soda
may not be the best of ideas for someone who has had a diabetic stroke. -- We'll
have to see which of us that are has a vehicle that can accommodate his wheelchair
and is interested in helping him to his audiologist.
Maybe at some point we can come up with a group schedule, so we don't overlap
with each other and everybody would have someone to go with to visit Vincent.
Sarah also learned that his mealtimes are 8-9:30AM, 11-12:45PM, and 4:30-6:00PM.
He doesn't want to talk during mealtime.
Vincent would really like to receive emails from us, so his email address is:
vinsnt@aol.com it would be wonderful for all of us to write him.
What do all of you think?
January 5, 2010
I try to do my best as an educated voter, to not just understand the candidate, but
to help the voting public understand as well.
To serve in public office is a very noble thing to do and I respect all who wish to do
so. I think your a great person and wish you the best of luck in your race. I Look
forward to seeing you again soon.
I try to do my best as an educated voter, to not just understand the candidate, but
to help the voting public understand as well.
To serve in public office is a very noble thing to do and I respect all who wish to do
so. I think your a great person and wish you the best of luck in your race. I Look
forward to seeing you again soon.
January 6, 2010
Happy New Year !
I hope the new year has been good so far for all of you. I look forward to seeing you
all again soon. This coming year is going to be great, it's going to be exciting, and it's
going to be a year to remember.
Let me start off with the last event our club participated in. On December 12 we had
an entry in the Balch Springs Christmas Parade. Five of us braved the cold and rain.
We met and spoke with many people in the community. After the parade we had a
booth at the festival that followed. It turned out wonderful.
I have posted pictures from the Parade and our booth on the photo page. One photo
that was taken of our club's entry, was published in the Dec 18th issue of the
Mesquite NeighborsGo Newspaper.
I would like to also say that our Democratic Socials at Panera bread continues to be
well attended. last Saturday's Social had 12 in attendance.
Next Saturday, January 9th, we'll officially mark One-Year that we've been holding
our Panera Socials. If you haven't made it yet, this would be the perfect time to start
coming.
The next general membership meeting is Jan. 27. And please remember, those of
you wanting to submit an amendment to our club's By-Laws, will need to submit
them in writing, and our club's next executive committee meeting will be held on
Jan. 23.
So, once again, Happy New Year and I will see you all soon.
Happy New Year !
I hope the new year has been good so far for all of you. I look forward to seeing you
all again soon. This coming year is going to be great, it's going to be exciting, and it's
going to be a year to remember.
Let me start off with the last event our club participated in. On December 12 we had
an entry in the Balch Springs Christmas Parade. Five of us braved the cold and rain.
We met and spoke with many people in the community. After the parade we had a
booth at the festival that followed. It turned out wonderful.
I have posted pictures from the Parade and our booth on the photo page. One photo
that was taken of our club's entry, was published in the Dec 18th issue of the
Mesquite NeighborsGo Newspaper.
I would like to also say that our Democratic Socials at Panera bread continues to be
well attended. last Saturday's Social had 12 in attendance.
Next Saturday, January 9th, we'll officially mark One-Year that we've been holding
our Panera Socials. If you haven't made it yet, this would be the perfect time to start
coming.
The next general membership meeting is Jan. 27. And please remember, those of
you wanting to submit an amendment to our club's By-Laws, will need to submit
them in writing, and our club's next executive committee meeting will be held on
Jan. 23.
So, once again, Happy New Year and I will see you all soon.
January 8, 2010
My condolences to Vice-President Joe Biden, and his family, on the loss of his
mother Jean today.
My condolences to Vice-President Joe Biden, and his family, on the loss of his
mother Jean today.
At today's weekly luncheon meeting of the Mesquite Exchange club, our speaker
was Dallas Schools Board President & Democratic County Judge candidate Larry
Duncan. He gave us a very informative talk about the Dallas County Schools, what he
does there and what projects are currently underway at DCS. CLICK HERE for Photos
January 9, 2010
At our weekly Democratic Social at Panera Bread this morning it was great to see
so many people brave the cold to attend. Judge Mark Stoltz came for the first time,
it was great to have him join us. Next week we'll be marking one year of our Socials.
After the Social, Fernando and I went to do some phonebanking for the Bill White
Campaign. CLICK HERE to see Photos from this morning's Social.
At our weekly Democratic Social at Panera Bread this morning it was great to see
so many people brave the cold to attend. Judge Mark Stoltz came for the first time,
it was great to have him join us. Next week we'll be marking one year of our Socials.
After the Social, Fernando and I went to do some phonebanking for the Bill White
Campaign. CLICK HERE to see Photos from this morning's Social.
January 9, 2010
After the Democratic Social this morning Fernando and I went over the the Dallas
County campaign headquaters of Bill White and did alittle phonebanking. When we
got there we were greeted by my friend Clayton Redmon. We did about an
hour-and-a-half's worth of work. CLICK HERE to see Photos.
After the Democratic Social this morning Fernando and I went over the the Dallas
County campaign headquaters of Bill White and did alittle phonebanking. When we
got there we were greeted by my friend Clayton Redmon. We did about an
hour-and-a-half's worth of work. CLICK HERE to see Photos.
January 13, 2010
Today was the Grand Opening and Ribbon-cutting for State Representative Robert
Miklos's new Balch Springs Branch Office located in the Balch Springs
Library-Learning Center 12450 Elam Rd, Balch Springs, TX 75180
Many Balch Spings City officials were on Hand for the event, including Mayor Gordon,
BS COC President Wood, City Mgr Norris, and Councilmembers Marshall and Davis.
The new office will be staffed by Linda Highwood. This new office will be for
constitute services. I am very happy that Rep. Miklos opened this new office in
Balch Springs. CLICK HERE for Photos.
Today was the Grand Opening and Ribbon-cutting for State Representative Robert
Miklos's new Balch Springs Branch Office located in the Balch Springs
Library-Learning Center 12450 Elam Rd, Balch Springs, TX 75180
Many Balch Spings City officials were on Hand for the event, including Mayor Gordon,
BS COC President Wood, City Mgr Norris, and Councilmembers Marshall and Davis.
The new office will be staffed by Linda Highwood. This new office will be for
constitute services. I am very happy that Rep. Miklos opened this new office in
Balch Springs. CLICK HERE for Photos.
January 18, 2010
Happy MLK Day !
Happy MLK Day !
January 18, 2010
This past Thursday (Jan. 14), the 2010 Mesquite Relay for Life held it's kick-off at
Town East Mall.
This year's event in Mesquite will be held the night of may 14-15th at Berry Middle
School.
Relay for Life is the main fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. It is
held each year in over 5,000 communities in the United States, raising hundreds of
thousands of dollars for cancer research, as well as spreading cancer awareness,
celebrating the lives of survivors, and remembering those who lost their lives to
cancer. The goal for this year's Mesquite event is to have 50 participating teams
and to raise $100,000.
At Relay, teams of people camp out at a local school, park, or fairground and take
turns walking or running around a track as part of the fundraising effort. Each team
is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. Relays
are an overnight event.
The chairperson for this year's Mesquite Relay is Debbie Screws, her Co-chair will
be Carolyn Felkner. The American Cancer Society staff partner for this year's Relay
will be Brittany Johnson.
All three were on hand for the Kick-off event, with Past Relay-Chair Shirley Roberts,
as she presented them with a proclamation from Mayor John Monaco, proclaiming
January 14, 2010 "Relay for Life Kick-off Day 2010" in the city of Mesquite.
If anyone would like to participate with the Mesquite Relay for life or have questions
please contact: mesquiterfl@live.com or call 1-800-227-2345.
This past Thursday (Jan. 14), the 2010 Mesquite Relay for Life held it's kick-off at
Town East Mall.
This year's event in Mesquite will be held the night of may 14-15th at Berry Middle
School.
Relay for Life is the main fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. It is
held each year in over 5,000 communities in the United States, raising hundreds of
thousands of dollars for cancer research, as well as spreading cancer awareness,
celebrating the lives of survivors, and remembering those who lost their lives to
cancer. The goal for this year's Mesquite event is to have 50 participating teams
and to raise $100,000.
At Relay, teams of people camp out at a local school, park, or fairground and take
turns walking or running around a track as part of the fundraising effort. Each team
is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. Relays
are an overnight event.
The chairperson for this year's Mesquite Relay is Debbie Screws, her Co-chair will
be Carolyn Felkner. The American Cancer Society staff partner for this year's Relay
will be Brittany Johnson.
All three were on hand for the Kick-off event, with Past Relay-Chair Shirley Roberts,
as she presented them with a proclamation from Mayor John Monaco, proclaiming
January 14, 2010 "Relay for Life Kick-off Day 2010" in the city of Mesquite.
If anyone would like to participate with the Mesquite Relay for life or have questions
please contact: mesquiterfl@live.com or call 1-800-227-2345.