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2 employees at generating station in critical condition following chemical leak
THOMPSON, Texas – Several employees were evaluated by medical professionals following a chemical leak that left two people in critical condition on Thursday. According to officials with Fort Bend County, the leak happened at the W.A. Parish Electric Generating Station in the 2500 block of Yu Jones Road. Preliminary… Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/09/29/2-employees-at-generating-station-in-critical-condition-following-chemical-leak/
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‘No one is above the law’: Former Missouri City pastor sentenced to 10 years for sexual assault of child: DA
RICHMOND, Texas – A former Missouri City pastor has been sentenced to prison after he pled guilty to aggravated sexual assault of a child on June 14, according to the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. William Benjamin Woodward, 62, previously served as pastor for a Baptist church… Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/09/29/no-one-is-above-the-law-former-missouri-city-pastor-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison-for-aggravated-sexual-assault-of-child-da/
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‘No one is above the law’: Former Missouri City pastor sentenced to 10 years in prison for aggravated sexual assault of child: DA
RICHMOND, Texas – A former Missouri City pastor has been sentenced to prison after he pled guilty to aggravated sexual assault of a child on June 14, according to the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. William Benjamin Woodward, 62, previously served as pastor for a Baptist church… Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/09/29/no-one-is-above-the-law-former-missouri-city-pastor-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison-for-aggravated-sexual-assault-of-child-da/
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18-wheeler rollover crash shuts down multiple northbound lanes of Southwest Freeway at University
SUGAR LAND, Texas — An 18-wheeler rollover crash has shut down multiple northbound lanes of the Southwest Freeway at University Boulevard in Fort Bend County. According to Houston TranStar, the crash scene involves a HAZMAT spill. No injuries were reported and there were no environmental concerns, but the cleanup… Original Article: https://www.khou.com/article/traffic/southwest-freeway-rollover-crash/285-f7872117-dd08-47cd-b41b-16d8962274c0
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Former Missouri City pastor sentenced to 10 years in prison for sex assault of a child
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas (KIAH) — A former Missouri City pastor was sentenced to 10 years in prison for aggravated sexual assault of a child, according to the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. William Benjamin Woodward, 62, served as pastor for a Baptist church in Missouri City… Original Article: https://cw39.com/crime/former-missouri-city-pastor-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison-for-sex-assault-of-a-child/
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Former Missouri City pastor sentenced for sexually assaulting child
RICHMOND, Texas – Authorities in Fort Bend County said a former pastor will be spending the next 10 years in prison for sexually assaulting a child. The District Attorney’s announced in a press release that William Benjamin Woodward, 62, pled guilty to the charge of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child in June 2022. Original…
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Libraries Release Special-Edition Card For 75Th Anniversary During Library-Card Sign-Up Month
In recognition of its 75th Anniversary in 2022, Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will release a limited-edition commemorative library card during National Library Card Sign-Up Month. The anniversary-edition cards will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at all FBCL locations. FBCL cards are free to all Texas residents. New… Original Article: https://thekatynews.com/2022/09/29/libraries-release-special-edition-card-for-75th-anniversary-during-library-card-sign-up-month/
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FBISD Transportation employee wins Impact Award
For the past 45 years, Carolyn Melton has worked for the Fort Bend Independent School District Transportation office – with perfect attendance for 44 of those years. Now she’s being honored with an Impact Award. The Impact Award is a recognition program that presents any staff member, student,… Original Article: https://defendernetwork.com/black-women/fbisd-transportation-employee-wins-impact-award/
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FRIENDS of Child Advocates of Fort Bend to Host Fall Membership Coffee
FRIENDS of Child Advocates of Fort Bend, an auxiliary volunteer group supporting Child Advocates of Fort Bend (CAFB), will host their annual Fall membership coffee on Thursday, October 20 from 9:30 am until 11 am at 903 San Marino Dr. in Sugar Land. The public is invited to join us… Original Article: https://thekatynews.com/2022/09/28/friends-of-child-advocates-of-fort-bend-to-host-fall-membership-coffee/
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County Judge calls out racist comments
County Judge KP George last week responded to what he called an uptick in racist messages he’s received on social media and through phone calls, calling them wrong and saying he would continue to work for all county residents. People have been sending George racist and xenophobic messages about… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/countynews/county-judge-calls-out-racist-comments/article_ce2138be-3eb4-11ed-a03f-cf5c253bdc22.html
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Clancy’s Public House features good beer, hefty portions
Try as I might to avoid all things kitsch, there’s always been a special place in my heart for Irish and British pubs. This is partly because there are so many solid and unique takes on the staple across the Houston region. I’ve spent many a relaxing afternoon nursing a beer and watching soccer at…
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Local chamber, economic development council endorse Fort Bend ISD tax rate election
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce and the Fort Bend Economic Development Council have both endorsed a tax rate election called by Fort Bend ISD. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) The upcoming Nov. 8 tax rate election for Fort Bend ISD has received endorsements from two business groups in Fort Bend County, the district announced Sept. 27.…
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Nibbles and Sips: Saltgrass opens Fulshear restaurant
A national steakhouse chain has opened a new restaurant in the northern part of Fort Bend County. On Sept. 20, Saltgrass Steakhouse opened at 8506 Syms Road in Fulshear, according to a news release from the restaurant. It is the third location in Fort Bend County for the steakhouse, joining existing locations in Sugar Land…
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Kendleton celebrates first harvest from community garden
Residents and community members around Kendleton last week gathered to celebrate the start of something unique in Fort Bend County – the first harvest from a local community garden. County leaders earlier this year gifted a Houston-based nonprofit food organization, led by a James Beard award winner, more than… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/community/kendleton-celebrates-first-harvest-from-community-garden/article_fc9c04e4-3eb4-11ed-976a-63ba0759ec5a.html
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Here’s what you can expect at the 2022 Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo
The Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo kicked off Friday, September 23. It’s a 10-day event with nine performers and other eventful activities. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/news/local/heres-what-you-can-expect-at-the-2022-fort-bend-county-fair-rodeo/285-73bddbd7-36ff-4f6d-a45e-5154e06a01f4
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Here’s what you can expect at the 2022 Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo
The Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo kicked off Friday, September 23. It’s a 10-day event with nine performers and other eventful activities. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/news/local/heres-what-you-can-expect-at-the-2022-fort-bend-county-fair-rodeo/285-73bddbd7-36ff-4f6d-a45e-5154e06a01f4
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Here’s what you can expect at the 2022 Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo
The Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo kicked off Friday, September 23. It’s a 10-day event with nine performers and other eventful activities. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/news/local/heres-what-you-can-expect-at-the-2022-fort-bend-county-fair-rodeo/285-73bddbd7-36ff-4f6d-a45e-5154e06a01f4
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Here’s what you can expect at the 2022 Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo
The Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo kicked off Friday, September 23. It’s a 10-day event with nine performers and other eventful activities. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/news/local/heres-what-you-can-expect-at-the-2022-fort-bend-county-fair-rodeo/285-73bddbd7-36ff-4f6d-a45e-5154e06a01f4
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Here’s what you can expect at the 2022 Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo
The Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo kicked off Friday, September 23. It’s a 10-day event with nine performers and other eventful activities. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/news/local/heres-what-you-can-expect-at-the-2022-fort-bend-county-fair-rodeo/285-73bddbd7-36ff-4f6d-a45e-5154e06a01f4
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Here’s what you can expect at the 2022 Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo
The Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo kicked off Friday, September 23. It’s a 10-day event with nine performers and other eventful activities. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/news/local/heres-what-you-can-expect-at-the-2022-fort-bend-county-fair-rodeo/285-73bddbd7-36ff-4f6d-a45e-5154e06a01f4
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2 lanes reopened on Katy Freeway inbound at Cane Island Parkway after concrete truck overturns, TxDOT says
FORT BEND, Texas – Two of the Katy Freeway inbound lanes at Cane Island Parkway in Fort Bend County have reopened Tuesday following a hazmat spill, according to TxDOT. According to officials, an overturned truck spilled concrete all over the road, closing all lanes on the Katy Freeway inbound at Cane Island Parkway. Original Article:…
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October Children’s Programs At Cinco Ranch Branch Library
These activities will NOT take place during the last week of October because the library is an election site, and early voting will be taking place during that time. Family Story Time takes place on Wednesdays and Thursdays, beginning at 10:15 and 11:30 am, in the Meeting Room. Families with children of all ages will…
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Here’s what you can expect at the 2022 Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo
The Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo kicked off Friday, September 23. It’s a 10-day event with nine performers and other eventful activities. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/news/local/heres-what-you-can-expect-at-the-2022-fort-bend-county-fair-rodeo/285-73bddbd7-36ff-4f6d-a45e-5154e06a01f4
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Here’s what you can expect at the 2022 Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo
The Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo kicked off Friday, September 23. It’s a 10-day event with nine performers and other eventful activities. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/news/local/heres-what-you-can-expect-at-the-2022-fort-bend-county-fair-rodeo/285-73bddbd7-36ff-4f6d-a45e-5154e06a01f4
