A group of local birders is launching a new Fort Bend Christmas Bird Count (CBC) to be held this year on Tuesday, December 20th. “I noticed there was a gap in Fort Bend. The Brazos Bend CBC has been happening for nearly 40 years and the Peach Creek Count in Wharton County was started 3…

The public is invited to donate blood on Thursday, Dec. 8, in Richmond through a drive held annually in honor of a Fort Bend County Sheriff’s deputy who was fatally injured in a car accident while on duty. Hosted by the sheriff’s office and the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center,… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/fort-bend/article/Fort-Bend-residents-urged-to-participate-in-blood-17625059.php

What a whirlwind 2022 has been – and now we’re already gearing up for 2023! Fast and furious definitely describes the past 12 months. It’s been a wild ride filled with thrills and spills. Certainly, never a dull moment, and I, for one, am extremely thankful. This… Original Article: http://www.fortbendfocus.com/thrills-and-spills-happy-holidays/

This fall, we invited readers to our website to take an online survey to tell us. who their Fort Bend Favs are in nine different categories:. • FOOD • ENTERTAINMENT • AUTO • SCHOOLS • PROFESSIONAL SERVICES •. • PETS• HOME IMPROVEMENT • HEALTHCARE • SHOPPING… Original Article: http://www.fortbendfocus.com/10th-annual-focus-favs-readers-choice-of-fort-bends-favorites/

The Clemence Youth Foundation is a Greater Houston-based youth outreach organization that aims to enrich the lives of its members through unique and thought-provoking events. The program works to develop character and provide its young participants a chance to build social experience and leadership qualities. Allowing members to take an active role in their communities…

NRG WA Parish partnered with Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels in November to serve meals, play games and provide maintenance at their facility. Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels currently serves more than 360,000 meals to 2,200 seniors across the county. NRG Senior Benefits Analyst Elaina Edmonson and NRG Commercial Strategy Analyst Wassef El…

The Fort Bend County tax assessor-collector’s office is running late on property tax statements, the Fort Bend County tax assessor-collector’s office said in a statement. “Due to elections held this year by two of our larger entities the property tax statement process was delayed until all votes were canvassed on Nov. 22,” the statement said.…

Catch the holiday spirit at Fort Bend County Libraries!. Throughout the month, FBCL will have a variety of programs, from designing ugly holiday sweaters and wrapping those hard-to-wrap gifts to capturing memories and creating traditions. “Crochet for the Holidays” will take place on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 11 a.m. to noon, at George Memorial Library,…

The Youth Services department at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library will have a special holiday marionette performance during the winter break in December. The “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” Marionette Performance will take place on Saturday, Dec. 17, beginning at 11 a.m., in the meeting room. This free event is made…

A Child Advocates of Fort Bend tradition continues this year as the nonprofit hosts its 31st annual Christmas Home Tour on Dec. 9 and 10 and expects more than 1,800 guests over the two days. This year’s tour features homes in First Colony, Imperial, Riverstone and for the first time,… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/child-advocates-of-fort-bend-christmas-home-tour-set-for-dec-9-10/article_40fcb364-70ff-11ed-aa78-93d4bd5a2a32.html

FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Fort Bend County Toys for Tots is collecting holiday gifts for local children. Those who would like to contribute to the cause can do so by donating money, toys, or volunteering their time. For more information, click here. Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/11/30/help-toys-for-tots-fort-bend-county-collect-holiday-gifts-for-children/

FORT BEND COUNTY, TX (Covering Katy News) – The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office received a grant of nearly $350,000 from the US Department of Justice to pay for mental health councilors who will help deputies deal with crisis calls. Crisis counselors will be embedded in the Sheriff’s… Original Article: https://coveringkaty.com/news/fort-bend/sheriff%E2%80%99s-office-receives-grant-award-from-u-s-department-of/

For the past 75 years, the US Marine Corps has served the less fortunate with toys during the holiday season through its Toys for Tots campaign. Last year the Fort Bend area Toys for Tots / Santa’s Exchange campaign allowed 26,580 toys to be delivered to 6, 316 children. Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/gift-donating-events-abound-in-fort-bend/article_f1bf706a-7014-11ed-a146-03f1173d0ec8.html

RICHMOND, Texas (KIAH) — A man was sentenced to 65 years in prison for sexually abusing a 9-year-old girl for two years, according to prosecutors with the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. Carlos Alexander Castillo Crespo, 27, was sentenced by a jury last Monday, days after the… Original Article: https://cw39.com/crime/sugar-land-man-sentenced-to-65-years-in-prison-for-2-year-sexual-assault-of-girl/amp/

Glenn will share some insights and tips from more than 20 years of experience in helping people with the uncertainties around today’s economy. Make sure you and your business are prepared going into 2023 with tools and direction to succeed with whatever the new year brings. This event is sponsored by GlobalSpex and US Global…