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Fort Bend voters reinforce county’s “purple” drift in recent election
Fort Bend County voters showed on Election Day that the area is increasingly moving into “purple” territory. In still unofficial results, Democrats solidified their majority on Commissioners Court, while the county’s delegations in the U.S. Congress and the Texas Legislature indicated there remains a strong mix of political leanings across the county. Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/fort-bend-voters-reinforce-countys-purple-drift-in-recent-election/article_6a7f3756-676e-11ed-8d70-0fd727251891.html
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Fort Bend County supports entrepreneurs; Houston prepares to turkey trot
Fort Bend County has created a new initiative to foster local entrepreneurial efforts. (Asia Armour/Community Impact) On the Nov. 18 episode of the “Houston Breakdown” podcast, Community Impact Reporter Asia Armour discusses Fort Bend County’s new Innovation Council initiative to foster local entrepreneurial efforts. Also, journalist Sierra Rozen stops by to chat about the various…
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Students arrested following multiple threats at Houston-area schools
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Three students have been arrested after Lamar CISD says they received fake calls about a “potential threat” at one of their campuses Thursday afternoon, according to the district. Deputies with the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of an active… Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/11/17/2-students-arrested-after-phoning-in-fake-active-shooting-call-at-lamar-cisd-high-school-campus-officials-say/
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Harris County DA Ogg investigating Tatum’s handling of Election
HARRIS COUNTY, TX (Covering Katy News) – Two days after Republican Governor Greg Abbott called for an investigation into Harris County’s most recent election, Democratic District Attorney Kim Ogg announced her own investigation with the help of the Texas Rangers. The Katy area spans Harris, Fort Bend and Waller… Original Article: https://coveringkaty.com/news/harris/bi-partisan-calls-for-harris-county-election-investigation/
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3 students arrested after phoning in fake ‘active shooting’ call at Lamar CISD high school campus, officials say
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Three students have been arrested after Lamar CISD says they received fake calls about a “potential threat” at one of their campuses Thursday afternoon, according to the district. Deputies with the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of an active… Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/11/17/2-students-arrested-after-phoning-in-fake-active-shooting-call-at-lamar-cisd-high-school-campus-officials-say/
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3 in custody after making 911 calls about fake active shooter at George Ranch HS, officials say
RICHMOND, Texas — Three students were detained after calling in a fake active shooter threat at George Ranch High School, according to Lamar CISD officials. The high school is located on FM 762 in Richmond. According to Fort Bend County officials, the campus went into lockdown immediately following the… Original Article: https://www.khou.com/amp/article/news/crime/george-ranch-high-school-lockdown/285-366be021-ee5f-4786-a28c-6403eb318876
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3 students in custody after hoax threat at George Ranch High School
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – An investigation is now underway after a hoax threat was called into Fort Bend County authorities on Thursday. According to Lt. Segura with Lamar CISD, dispatch at the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office said they received a call at 11:57 a.m. about a possible shooter on campus at George Ranch…
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2 George Ranch High students arrested after ‘hoax’ call of ‘potential threat’
Two students were in custody Thursday afternoon after Fort Bend police received a prank call concerning a “potential threat” at George Ranch High School, authorities said. The campus immediately went on lockdown after the call around 1:30 p.m., according to a news release from Lamar Consolidated ISD. During a lockdown, all of the outside and…
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Texas Bar Foundation awards $31,292 to Fort Bend Women’s Center
Texas Bar Foundation has awarded $31,292 to Fort Bend Women’s Center to provide legal representation for survivors of family violence, according to a press release from the center. Fort Bend Women’s Center, with the support of Chad Bridges, chief prosecutor for the Domestic Violence Division at the Fort Bend… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/community/texas-bar-foundation-awards-31-292-to-fort-bend-womens-center/article_584fea28-66bd-11ed-bf09-1f2808e0ec1f.html
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FBISD asks community partners for materials for abuse-prevention programs
Fort Bend ISD is asking community partners for materials related to teaching and encouraging the prevention of child abuse, family violence, dating violence and sex trafficking in the wake of state legislation requiring districts to provide the instruction. (Hunter Marrow/Community Impact) Fort Bend ISD has announced it is looking for… Original Article: https://communityimpact.com/houston/sugar-land-missouri-city/education/2022/11/17/fbisd-asks-community-partners-for-materials-for-abuse-prevention-programs/
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George Ranch High School on lockdown after fake active shooter threat, district says
RICHMOND, Texas — Two students were detained after calling in a fake active shooter threat at George Ranch High School, according to Lamar CISD. The high school is located on FM 762 in Richmond. According to Fort Bend County officials, the campus went into lockdown immediately following the threat…. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/amp/article/news/crime/george-ranch-high-school-lockdown/285-366be021-ee5f-4786-a28c-6403eb318876
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2 students arrested after phoning in fake ‘active shooting’ call at Lamar CISD high school campus, officials say
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Two students have been arrested after Lamar CISD says they received fake calls about a “potential threat” at one of their campuses Thursday afternoon, according to the district. Deputies with the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of an active… Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/11/17/2-students-arrested-after-phoning-in-fake-active-shooting-call-at-lamar-cisd-high-school-campus-officials-say/
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Public invited to donate blood in Fort Bend County deputy’s memory
The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office invites the public to give the gift of life during its 12th Annual Blood Drive in memory of Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Deputy John Norsworthy on Thursday, December 8, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The blood drive will take place in Patton Hall at the Gus George…
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Pearland, Sugar Land ranked in top 5 for diversity in U.S.
(NEXSTAR) — Two Houston-area suburbs — one in Brazoria County, the other in Fort Bend County — recently topped a national ranking of small cities with the most diverse populations. To calculate the rankings, Alabama-based home air quality retail company Filterbuy weighed several data factors — like… Original Article: https://cw39.com/news/local/pearland-sugar-land-ranked-in-top-5-for-diversity-in-u-s/amp/
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Child Advocates of Fort Bend and its Partner Agencies to Celebrate National Adoption Day, November 18
The Honorable Judge Walter Armatys and The Honorable Judge Janet B. Heppard and The Honorable Judge Kali Morgan Kick Off National Adoption Day. This Friday, the Fort Bend County 328th, 387th, and 505th District Courts are joining forces with courts across the country opening their doors on National Adoption Day to finalize adoptions of children…
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Sugar Land woman pleads guilty after stealing over $1 million from employer, DA says
RICHMOND, Texas (KIAH) — A Sugar Land woman has pled guilty to stealing more than $1 million from her employer in an eight-year period, according to prosecutors from the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. Mary McDonough, 42, pled guilty to felony theft and money laundering and was… Original Article: https://cw39.com/crime/sugar-land-woman-pleads-guilty-after-stealing-over-1-million-from-employer-da-says/amp/
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Apathetic vs. Enthusiastic
I really don’t understand apathy. Now don’t get me wrong. I understand the meaning of the word – I simply don’t subscribe to it. For the life of me, I can’t think of one particular thing that I am apathetic about. I feel a certain kind of way about everything. I just do. It’s how…
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Homeowners can pay property taxes later, avoid interest in these Houston-area counties
Although inflation has cooled in Houston, slipping below national rate, the holidays are still approaching and you may be looking for ways to pinch pennies. Sure you can cut back on Starbucks runs, cancel a few subscriptions, or skip a few brunch outings. But some Houston-area homeowners are able to save a bit now by…
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OfficeMax donates $24,000 to Fort Bend ISD for supplies
This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. OfficeMax and Office Depot have donated $24,000 to Fort Bend Education Foundation’s grant program to be used at six elementary campuses for school supplies. Fleming, Jones, Mission West, Parks, Ridgegate and Townewest elementary schools each received $4,000. The… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/fort-bend/article/Office-Max-donates-24-000-to-Fort-Bend-ISD-for-17586577.php
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RE/MAX announces merger of two Houston area brokerages
Two RE/MAX brokerages in the Houston area are joining forces: RE/MAX Traditions of Richmond,Texas, has merged with RE/MAX Fine Properties of Sugar Land, Texas, to increase resources and support for agents and better serve the community of Fort Bend County. Owner of RE/MAX Traditions Angie Middlebrooks will now serve as… Original Article: https://houstonagentmagazine.com/2022/11/15/re-max-fine-properties-merger/
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Justice Forward to extend services to Fort Bend County specialty courts
Devon Anderson, CEO and president of Justice Forward, is joined by Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton at a Nov. 14 press conference. Houston-based justice reform nonprofit Justice Forward will fund essential services for three specialty courts in Fort Bend County in support of individuals with substance abuse disorders and mental health issues, officials…
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Riverstone Holiday Market Returns on November 18th
A Fort Bend tradition now in its 12th year, the Riverstone Holiday Market returns 5 to 9 pm on Friday, November 18th at The Club at Riverstone, 18353 University Boulevard. Nearly four dozen vendors will be onsite showcasing an array of gift and holiday items, including candles, wreaths, clothing, toys, jewelry and more. Original Article:…
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Dr. Suleman Lalani, among first Muslims elected to Texas Legislature, pledges to serve all Fort Bend County constituents
On Oct. 27, a few days after the start of early voting for the midterm election, Dr. Suleman Lalani took to social media to share a message sent by someone campaigning for his opponent. Lalani made a Twitter post with a screenshot of the message, which included links to two… Original Article: https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/politics/2022/11/15/437481/dr-suleman-lalani-among-first-muslims-elected-to-texas-legislature-pledges-to-serve-all-fort-bend-county-constituents/amp/
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Riverstone Holiday Market returns Nov. 18 in Sugar Land
The Riverstone Holiday Market is returning for its 12th year. The Fort Bend County tradition is scheduled for 5-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at The Club at Riverstone, 18353 University Blvd. in Sugar Land. “There will be so many interesting and unique things to browse — you’re sure to check… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/fort-bend/article/Riverstone-Holiday-Market-returns-Nov-18-in-17583922.php
