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Arrest made in 2019 shooting death of young Katy dad killed trying to protect wife, children
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — A Houston man has been arrested and charged in the 2019 shooting death of a young Katy father who was killed on his birthday. Brenton Estorffe, 29, was gunned down while trying to protect his wife and two small children when someone broke into their home on Glen Rosa Drive,…
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Houston man charged in 2019 shooting death of Katy dad killed while trying to protect his family
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — A Houston man has been arrested and charged in the 2019 shooting death of a young Katy father who was killed on his birthday. Brenton Estorffe, 29, was gunned down while trying to protect his wife and two small children when someone broke into their home on Glen Rosa Drive,…
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Cinco Ranch Branch Library to Host Fun Kids Activities this April
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy, presents a variety of free children’s programs — Family Story Time, Pajama Night Story Time, and After-School Breaks – in April. During Family Story Time and Pajama Night Story Time, families…
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Earth Day Festival Coming to Richmond April 15
Fort Bend County Libraries will have an Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 15, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, at George Memorial Library, located at 1001 Golfview Drive in Richmond. Learn about ways to help the planet by reducing waste, and discover how to save money as well!. The…
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Authorities searching for missing teen in Katy
KATY, Texas (KIAH) — Authorities are searching for a teenage girl in Katy who has been missing since last week. Megan Lamz, a 15-year-old, was last seen on Wednesday, March 22 on a bicycle, wearing a black “Friday the Thirteenth” sweatshirt, beige cargo pants, black Converse shoes and a green backpack, the Fort Bend County…
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DA: Dozens arrested in undercover trafficking operation in Fort Bend County
RICHMOND, Texas (KIAH) — The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office along with the Human Trafficking Rescue Alliance and partnering agencies conducted a multi-day proactive operation dubbed Operation New Year. The operation, conducted in Sugar Land, targeted illicit sexually-oriented businesses and resulted in 29 arrests and one shut-down…
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FBLA Does Its Part To Give Back To The Community
Students gather around with FBLA sponsor Shanon Jones and discuss their upcoming projects to give food to people who do not have access to local stores. They are very attentive and eager to learn about what to do. FBLA stands for Future Business leaders of America. Kendleton is a town away from Houston that is…
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Fort Bend ISD board hears annual academic report
During a special meeting of the Fort Bend ISD board on Monday, members heard a summary of the district’s Texas Academic Performance Report for 2020-21, an annual compilation of data across a range of performance indicators. The report, required by the Texas Education Agency, is released after all of the district’s appeals on any of…
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31 charges filed, 29 arrests made in connection with Fort Bend County Human Trafficking Operation
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – 29 arrests and 31 charges were filed in connection with a January 2023 multi-day human trafficking operation in Fort Bend County, authorities said. “Operation New Year” was a buyer suppression operation in Sugar Land targeting illicit sexually oriented businesses and resulted in 29 arrests. The…
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29 arrests made in undercover human trafficking bust in Fort Bend County
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Twenty-nine men were arrested in January’s undercover human trafficking bust in Fort Bend County. The efforts were made in collaboration with the Fort Bend District Attorney’s Office and the Human Trafficking Rescue Alliance. During Monday’s new conference, Fort Bend County District Attorney…
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29 arrested in solicitation of prostitution operation aimed at reducing human trafficking
The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s office on Monday announced the arrests of 29 men who allegedly sought to pay for sex in a multi-day late January operation in collaboration with the Human Trafficking Rescue Alliance. “Operation New Year was a buyer suppression operation in Sugar Land targeting illicit sexually…
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Commissioner Andy Meyers congratulates regional business leader’s appointment to Texas Transportation Commission
Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Commissioner Andy Meyers is excited by Governor Abbott’s appointment of business leader Steven Alvis to the Texas Transportation Commission. “I could not be more pleased with Governor Abbott’s appointment of Steven Alvis,” Meyers said. “Steven is an excellent choice for the Texas Transportation Commission. He is a seasoned manager, very…
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Photography Lighting Class At Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Build on basic photography skills and take lighting a step further with this simple technique. Learn how to use long exposures and a flashlight to place lighting where it is wanted, creating dramatic still-life photos and surreal portraits. This class will feature a live demonstration by a professional photographer. Participants…
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Watch live: Fort Bend County DA’s Office announce partnership with Human Trafficking Rescue Alliance
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office announce its partnership with the Human Trafficking Rescue Alliance on Monday. The new conference will be held at 10 a.m. to discuss the recent partnership and the collaborative efforts to fight against human trafficking in the county.
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Earth Day Festival At George Memorial Library
The festival will feature exhibits, presentations, a plant swap, and even a performance in the amphitheater! Families with children of all ages will be inspired and motivated with ways to welcome environmental-sustainability practices into their daily lives. Get a glimpse of electric vehicles from Tesla and Texan Hyundai that will…
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Search continues for 15-year-old Katy Girl
KATY, TX (Covering Katy News) – Fifteen-year-old Megan Lamz of Katy has been missing since Wednesday, March 22, and the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office wants the public’s help finding her. Megan was last seen leaving her home on a bicycle. The bike was found the next day…
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Learn 3D-Printing Basics in Katy for Free
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy, will present introductory technology classes this month on the use of computers and 3-D printing. The computer classes will take place in the Computer Lab of the library. “Ask Me Anything About Computers”…
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Fort Bend sheriff’s office searching for missing Katy teen
A teenager has been missing since leaving her Katy home on a bicycle Wednesday, according to the Fort Bend sheriff’s office. Authorities launched an investigation and search for 15-year-old Megan Lamz, noting there has been no indication of foul play. Lamz left her home Wednesday wearing a black “Friday…
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Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Help in Locating Missing Juvenile
The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a missing juvenile, Megan Lamz, 15, who was last seen on March 22, leaving her residence in Katy, on a bicycle and wearing a black “Friday the Thirteenth” sweatshirt, beige cargo pants, black converse, and a green backpack. Megan’s bicycle was subsequently…
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REMINDER: Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Collaborates with JJAC for Spring Summit
The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Juvenile Justice Advisory Council (JJAC), is hosting a Spring Summit: Building Trust Between the Community and Law Enforcement. Sheriff’s deputies as well as local Fort Bend County leaders will be leading the summit with various interactive workshops including the…
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Fort Bend County Libraries Present Programs for Adult Crafters in April
Fort Bend County Libraries will present a variety of craft-themed programs for adults in April to introduce people to new hobbies and activities, and to give current crafters inspiration and new ideas. Find encouragement, get feedback, or simply enjoy the camaraderie of other crafters during these free events. Samples of…
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Fort Bend high school baseball action live on KPRC 2+
A big high school baseball match-up will be streaming live Friday evening on the KPRC 2+ app. KPRC 2 is livestreaming high school baseball games this season through a collaboration with Texas Sports Productions. Four ways to watch the KPRC 2+ livestream any time:. Search for the KPRC 2+ app…
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MISSING: 15-year-old girl last seen leaving her home in Katy
KATY, Texas — The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office needs the public’s help with finding a 15-year-old who has been missing for two days. Megan Lamz was reportedly last seen on Wednesday leaving her home in Katy on a bicycle. Her bike was found the next day, but Megan was not with it.
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FBCC Now Offering Electronic Certificates of Origin
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host a webinar to introduce a new program available to the business community, electronic certificates of origin. The virtual event will be held Wednesday, April 5, 2023 from 2:00 – 3:00 PM. The Fort Bend Chamber is partnering with the American World Trade Chamber of Commerce…
