Cybercriminals stole more than $150,000 from the campaign account of U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls last year, according to a report that found the Richmond Republican was the victim of wire fraud. The theft came by way of a $157,626 payment last July to an entity called Misty J Productions, which… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/troy-nehls-wire-fraud-campaign-money-theft-17767520.php

Fort Bend County Master Gardener Mary Parkhouse will talk about which plants attract different types of butterflies to gardens. She will also talk about five types of butterflies commonly found in this area, what they need to survive, and their preferred host and nectar plants. Parkhouse became a Master Gardener… Original Article: https://thekatynews.com/2023/02/04/learn-about-butterfly-gardening-at-library-program/

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce’s Education Division will host an informative luncheon with Will Holleman, Senior Director of Government Relations, from Raise Your Hand Texas, highlighting the importance of advocacy for education. This event will be held Friday, February 17, 2023, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at the Fort Bend Chamber. This event…

KATY, TX (Covering Katy News) -The widening of Katy Flewellen Road is complete. Fort Bend County Precinct 1 Commissioner Vincent Morales cut the ribbon marking the expansion from a 2-lane asphalt road to a 4-lane concrete boulevard. The ribbon cutting was Thursday, January 26, 2023. The project improves mobility in… Original Article: https://coveringkaty.com/news/katy/katy-flewellen-road-expansion-project-completed/

Hundreds of Fort Bend ISD high school dancers participated in this year’s district Dance Classic in January, representing all eleven school programs. They performed in solo, duet, small ensemble and full team categories, and the top soloists in each category were recognized, according to a news release from the district. Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/schoolnews/fort-bend-isd-high-school-dancers-recognized-at-annual-dance-classic/article_b15eb046-a406-11ed-a2df-9b06690359a8.html

January 31, 2023 – Charges have been filed against a suspect arrested in the the fatal shooting of a man found at 16502 Quail Prairie Drive about 1:40 a.m. on May 25, 2021. The suspect, Antonio Jefferson, 46, is charged with murder. The charge was filed by the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. Original…

The Joy of Djembe Drumming Ensemble returns for a special performance in recognition of Black History Month. Fort Bend County Libraries will present special musical performances of “African Hand-Drumming” in February. The show will be led by Gregg “Jebada” Powell, founder and director of the Joy of Djembe… Original Article: https://defendernetwork.com/news/local-state/ft-bend-libraries-present-african-drumming-performance/

If you are a current Sophomore or Junior and you are interested in applying to be a PAL for the year 2023-2024, the meetings will be in room 2810, and for any further questions at [email protected] You must attend either the meeting on February 1, 2023, @ 7:00 a.m. or 2:50 p.m. or February…

For those who are looking on how to become certified as a HUB (Historically underutilized business), you will not want to miss hearing this presentation. Ram Ramaswamy is lending his expertise on how one can achieve HUB Designation in Texas. Tim Jeffcoat will teach participants how one can sell to government. There are opportunities with…

Every February, the U.S. honors the rich cultural history of African Americans who have helped shape the nation. In Fort Bend County, that heritage will be explored through activities such as art shows, talks and poetry contests. Here are 12 Black History Month events in the area. Feb. 3. Black… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/fort-bend/article/12-black-history-month-events-see-fort-bend-county-17755196.php

“ASL-Integrated Performance” shines on big stage with audience of 6,000+ attendees. The directors and cast of Fort Bend Christian’s ‘Godspell JR’ company knew they had something special when they boarded their flight to Atlanta on Friday, January 13. It was their first time performing an ASL shadow performance of a musical, not a play. And…

The 5-Star Accredited Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce (FBCC) held their annual Gala on Friday, January 27, 2023, in the Texas Ballroom at Safari Texas Ranch. The annual event paid tribute to the leaders and volunteers of the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce who served the chamber in 2022 and welcomed the new leadership for…

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. In no more than 48 hours, Ridge Point senior Ryan Ramey was honored with a state award, verbally committed to Old Dominion University, and put his football future in ink. Ramey was among 100 student-athletes from Fort Bend ISD… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/hs-sports/football/article/fort-bend-isd-national-signing-day-100-athletes-17756686.php