David Koonce has been hired as Lamar CISD’s new Director of Information Services.
Koonce graduated from the University of Texas in Austin in 2000 with a degree in
computer science. He was a programmer/analyst in Lamar CISD’s Technology Department for four years.
Russ Kennedy has come to New Territory straight from the world–renowned John Newcombe Tennis Ranch and Junior Tennis Academy in New Braunfels.
For five years, Kennedy had the privilege of training top junior players from
around the world. He also worked with adult programs and junior programs of all
types.
He is USPTA certified and has been teaching tennis professionally for more than
20 years. During this time, Kennedy has taught under ATP Touring Professionals—some of whom have been ranked among the top 50 players in the world. His work experience includes academies to tennis clubs and resorts.
In addition to his tennis background, Kennedy is a fitness trainer certified by
the International Sports Sciences Association. He specializes in Sports Fitness
Training for all sports with a special emphasis on tennis. He also holds a
bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Finance from the University of Houston,
with a minor in accounting.
Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s neurosurgeon, Rajesh Bindal, M.D., performed an artificial cervical disc replacement on a patient suffering from
degenerative disc disease. This was the first procedure of this type to take
place at Methodist Sugar Land Hospital.
Cervical degenerative disc disease is a result of the natural aging process or
trauma. When medical management is no longer effective, surgical repair is the
patient’s option to eliminate the pain as a result of the nerve compression. The disc is
made of stainless steel and is comprised of two pieces that function like a
joint, replicating the physiological alignment of a natural vertebral disc.
“The hour long surgery eases months of excruciating pain and allows these
patients to regain normal movement of the neck and spine,” Bindal said. “The design of the disc replicates the motion of a naturally functioning cervical
spine, which reduces the recovery time from a few months to a couple of weeks.”
The key advantage for patients who receive a cervical artificial disc rather
than a fusion, is that their neck motion and mobility are not limited following
surgery. Joe Rigsby, Dr. Bindal’s patient and the first patient to receive an artificial cervical disc
replacement at Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, described the surgery by saying, “It was a wonderful experience, in which I was actually walking the day after
surgery.”
Kickerillo Company, Houston’s long-time building and development company, and Trendmaker Development Company jointly announce that Kickerillo Company will be Houston’s exclusive custom builder in the new master-planned community of Cross Creek
Ranch, a Trendmaker Development located in Fulshear, Texas.
“We are excited to partner with Trendmaker Development to build in the premier
community of Cross Creek Ranch,” said Vincent Kickerillo, chairman and CEO of Kickerillo Company. “Cross Creek Ranch offers the perfect blend of everything people want in a
community, while Kickerillo offers all of the quality, design and comfort that
people want in a home.”
“Trendmaker is proud to have Kickerillo Homes joining us in Cross Creek Ranch.
This new venture blends two well-known and highly respected real estate brands
on Houston’s popular west side,” said Will Holder, president of Trendmaker. “Both names are highly recognized and trusted by homebuyers and Realtors alike. A
strong focus on quality builders, an eco-friendly land plan and resort-style
amenities will continue to resonate strongly with current and future buyers in
Cross Creek Ranch.”
Kickerillo’s gated Lakes of Cross Creek”section is mostly waterfront home sites that will feature homes from his Elite
Homes and Signature Collection.
According to Joel Marshall, senior vice president of Trendmaker Development Company, “Cross Creek Ranch, convenient to the Westpark Tollway, is located in a
high-growth area with easy access to established retail developments such as La
Centerra and Katy Mills Mall and the continued expansion of quality medical
facilities, including Texas Children’s Hospital and Memorial Hermann Hospital.”
