Primary elections scheduled for March 3
Voters across the South Belt community will head to the polls on Tuesday, March 3, to decide a wide slate of county, state and federal primary races.
Ballots will include contests for U.S. Senate, Congress, statewide offices and several key Harris County positions.
At the top of the ticket, Texans will choose nominees for one of the state’s U.S. Senate seats. Republican Sen. John Cornyn is seeking another term and faces a crowded GOP field that includes Wesley Hunt, Virgil John Bierschwale, John O. Adefopé, Anna Bender, Sara Canady, Gulrez “Gus” Khan and current Attorney General Ken Paxton. Democrats running for the seat are James Talarico, Jasmine Crockett and Ahmad R. Hassan.
The race for U.S. House District 22 is open following Rep. Troy Nehls’ decision not to run again. Republicans Trever Nehls (Troy Nehls’ brother) and Rebecca Clark are competing for their party’s nomination, while Robert “Puga” Thomas is the lone Democrat.
In U.S. House District 36, Republican Rep. Brian Babin is unopposed in his primary. Democrats Rhonda Hart and Doug Alan Rogers are vying for their party’s nomination.
Gov. Greg Abbott is seeking re‑election and faces several Republican challengers, including Mark V. Goloby, Charles Andrew Crouch, Ronnie Tullos, Pete “Doc” Chambers, Stephen Samuelson, Nathaniel Welch, R.F. “Bob” Achgill, Kenneth Hyde, Evelyn Brooks and Arturo Espinosa. Democrats running for governor include Zach Vance, Andrew White, Angela “TiaAngie” Villescaz, Gina Hinojosa, Jose Navarro Balbuena and Bobby Cole.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is also seeking another term. He is challenged in the Republican primary by Perla Muñoz Hopkins, Esala Wueschner and Timothy Mabry. Democrats in the race are Marcos Isaias Velez, Vikki Goodwin and Courtney Head.
With Paxton running for U.S. Senate, the Texas attorney general seat is open. Republican candidates include Aaron Reitz, Chip Roy, Joan Huffman and state Sen. Mayes Middleton.
Democrats running are Anthony “Tony” Box, Nathan Johnson and Joe Jaworski.
Middleton’s run for attorney general leaves State Senate District 11 open. State Rep. Dennis Paul is the only Republican on the ballot, while Democrats Shannon Dicely and Cameron A. Rollwitz are seeking their party’s nomination.
Two Republicans – Bob Mitchell and Scott Bowen – are competing to replace Paul in State House District 129. Albert Wittliff is the only Democrat in that race.
In State House District 144, Democratic Rep. Mary Ann Perez faces primary challengers Emmanuel Guerrero and Michael Montemayor. David Flores is the sole Republican candidate.
The ballot also includes the open Harris County judge seat. Republicans George Harry Zoes, Warren A. Howell, Oscar Gonzales, and Marty Lancton are running, while Democrats Matt Salazar, former Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer, and former Houston mayor Annise Parker are competing on their side.
In Harris County Precinct 2, Commissioner Adrian Garcia is seeking re‑election and is challenged by Republicans Raquel Hernandez Boujourne and Richard Vega.
For justice of the peace, Precinct 2, Place 2, incumbent Dolores Lozano faces a Democratic primary challenge from Oscar Salazar Jr. Jack Ezell is the lone Republican candidate.
Polling hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters must bring an approved photo ID.
The following is a list of nearby polling locations:
– Harris County Scarsdale Annex, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd.
– South Belt Elementary School, 1801 Riverstone Ranch Road.
– Laura Welch Bush Elementary School, 9100 Blackhawk Blvd.
– Genoa Staff Development Center, 12900 Almeda Genoa Road.
– Clear Brook High School, 4607 FM 2351 in Friendswood,
– James DeAnda Elementary School, 7980 Almeda Genoa Road.
– BakerRipley Pasadena Campus, 720 Fairmont Parkway in Pasadena.
For a complete list of voting locations or to see a sample ballot, visit HarrisVotes.org.
Dobie inducts 2026 Hall of Honor members
Dobie High School celebrated seven remarkable members of its community during the 14th annual Hall of Honor ceremony, held Friday, Feb. 20, in the school auditorium.
The event recognized four alumni, two former faculty members (both coaches) and one community volunteer whose achievements and service have left a lasting mark on Dobie and beyond.
According to school officials, the “Hall of Honor award is presented to any person who has distinguished himself or herself (alumnus since graduating from Dobie High School), community volunteer, fallen hero, or faculty or staff member by exceptionally meritorious service to the community in a duty of great responsibility. The performance must be such as to merit recognition that is clearly exceptional and reflects positively on J. Frank Dobie High School.”
2026 Hall of Honor inductees
Alumni
– Capt. Larry Arcement Jr., Class of 1974: Capt. Larry Hugh Arcement Jr., U.S. Navy (Retired), was honored for a 28‑year military career defined by global logistics leadership and distinguished service. His path began at Dobie, where band and academics shaped the discipline he carried into the Navy. His career included key supply roles during major deployments, command positions in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, and leadership of the Navy Expeditionary Medical Support Command. His many decorations – including the Legion of Merit and Defense Meritorious Service Medalreflect a lifetime of service.
– Laura Dominguez Chan, Class of 1985: Laura Dominguez Chan was recognized for more than three decades of career‑development leadership at Stanford University. A former Dobie band member, runner, and National Honor Society student, she went on to earn degrees from Stanford and Santa Clara University. At Stanford, she rose to associate dean of the Career Education Center, co‑created the internationally used Meaningful Work Kit, and received the prestigious Amy J. Blue Award. She later continued her coaching work at Genentech.
– Remi Yusuf, Class of 2002: Former Dobie basketball standout Remi Yusuf was honored for his athletic accomplishments and global youth advocacy. Yusuf led Dobie to district and area titles before starring at Texas A&M–Kingsville, where he scored 1,507 career points and earned multiple conference honors. After a professional basketball career overseas, he founded the Be A 9th Wonder Foundation in memory of his sister, expanding free youth programs across several countries. His community impact has earned numerous awards, including a City of Houston proclamation.
– Sgt. Major Alan Daigle, Class of 2005: Sgt. Major Alan B. Daigle was recognized for his distinguished Marine Corps career. A former Dobie band member and Robotics Club participant, he enlisted in 2005 and excelled as an Amphibious Assault Vehicle Repairman. Daigle deployed twice to Iraq, earning the Purple Heart after being wounded by an IED. His career has included senior leadership roles, foreign security advising, and service across multiple Marine Corps units. In 2023, he was promoted to Sergeant Major and now serves as Command Senior Enlisted Leader for 3rd Force Reconnaissance Company.
Faculty
– John Bryan, coach: Coach John Bryan, one of Dobie’s original faculty members, was inducted for his foundational role in building the school’s athletic programs. Bryan taught history and physical education, coached football, and led Dobie’s track and cross‑country teams. His determination transformed early struggles – “at the 1969 district track meet, his team scored zero points” – into state championships in 1980 and 1981. His career earned regional and national coaching honors and induction into multiple halls of fame.
– Donna Branch, coach/administrator: Former Dobie volleyball coach and longtime administrator Donna Branch was honored for her decades of leadership in Pasadena ISD. A standout athlete turned coach, she became the district’s most successful girls’ athletics coach, leading Dobie volleyball to numerous playoff runs. She later served as assistant principal and ultimately retired in 2025 as PISD’s assistant athletic director. Branch was previously inducted into the Pasadena ISD Hall of Fame in 2016.
Community volunteer
– Seth Webb, community volunteer: The late Seth Webb was recognized for his deep commitment to the South Belt community. A longtime NASA and aerospace professional, Webb devoted countless hours to local organizations, including the Sagemeadow HOA, Sagemeadow MUD and the South Belt Community Partnership. He also served in multiple Scouting leadership roles and was a dedicated supporter of the Dobie Band Parent Organization, where “he never said the word ‘no’ when asked to help Dobie.” His family accepted the honor on his behalf.
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