In this video interview, legendary Broadway performer Tommy Tune talks about Ruth Denney, his first drama teacher at Lamar High School in the late 1950s. He said his stunning, 50-year career would never have happened without her. Tune, 70, has won more Tony Awards than any other actor, along with numerous other honors. The famous singing and dancing man returned to his Alma … [Read more...] about Tommy Tune Credits His Success To Lamar Teacher
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Public Voices Concerns On Comprehensive Plan
A handful of residents came out this week to give feedback about Bellaire's proposed Comprehensive Plan, which sets a "vision" and specific guidelines to shape the city's future look and feel. The city hosted a public hearing about the plan on Monday. Residents still have time to submit written comments before the city council early next week discusses changes based on … [Read more...] about Public Voices Concerns On Comprehensive Plan
Police Nab Possible ID Thieves
Two men were arrested on Oct. 13 and charged with possessing identifying information that wasn't theirs. Bellaire Police pulled the men over because the vehicle was suspected of "being associated with a forgery case in the area," according to the police report. They searched the car and found multiple items with identifying information that didn't belong to the suspects. … [Read more...] about Police Nab Possible ID Thieves
Staff, Council Differ On New Police Station Plans
The current West University Place Police Station has a laundry list of problems like a leaky roof, foundation issues, damage from past floods, and 911 equipment and other high-tech gear crammed in almost every closet. City staff has a clear message: Enough is enough. The council met on Monday to gather information in preparation for a vote next week about options to deal with … [Read more...] about Staff, Council Differ On New Police Station Plans
Fighting Dropouts Tops HISD Candidates’ Lists
Ray Reiner and Mike Lunceford, who are running to be District 5 Trustee for the Houston Independent School District, seem to be more alike than different on many issues facing schools in Bellaire. HISD District 5 covers Condit, Gordon and Horn Elementary schools, Pershing Middle School and Bellaire High School. The candidates answered questions on Oct. 15 at the Bellaire Area … [Read more...] about Fighting Dropouts Tops HISD Candidates’ Lists