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Domestic Dispute Leads to Arrest of Richmond Woman
On March 10, 2022, Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested Adonia Martinez, 32, who allegedly shot her husband after a domestic dispute. At around 6:50 a.m., Sheriff’s detectives were dispatched to a domestic disturbance call in the 6600 block of Plum Springs Lane in Richmond, Texas where shots were fired. Detectives learned that the…
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Richmond woman charged with shooting husband; victim in stable condition
Richmond’s Adonia Martinez, 32, was arrested for allegedly shooting her husband following a domestic dispute, the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office announced in a Tuesday release. The victim, Larry Martinez, 31, is in a stable condition at Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Medical Center. On Thursday, March 10,… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/Richmond-s-charged-with-shooting-husband-17004817.php
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Three TSTC students follow dreams through HVAC
ROSENBERG — Antonio Ramirez wants to work at a bigger company. Jacob Ramirez wants a good job. And one day, Eujenio Rojo wants to own his own business. All three are hoping to put their dreams to work after earning their Associate of Applied Science degrees in HVAC Technology at Texas State Technical College. Original…
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Pleak man pleads guilty to murder
A Pleak man accused of fatally shooting his girlfriend in March 2019 has been sentenced to 30 years in prison, court records reveal. Santana Ray Losoya, who was 24 at the time of the shooting, pleaded guilty to killing his girlfriend, Brandy Cano, at their Pleak Crossing home on March 11, 2019, according to court…
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Betty Ann (Goates) Gorka
Betty Ann (Goates) Gorka, 85, of Richmond, Texas passed away on March 13, 2022. She was born on August 1, 1936 in Fort Bend County to Josh and Millie (Calk) Goates. Betty was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Rosenberg. In addition to her parents, Betty is preceded in… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/betty-ann-goates-gorka/article_f9b26320-c3ff-571e-99c5-6f467e089b78.html
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Fort Bend County to lower COVID-19 risk level on Wednesday, officials say
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — Fort Bend County officials on Wednesday are expected to lower the area’s COVID-19 risk level. As of Tuesday, the county’s risk level sat at a low/moderate community risk. The next level below that is minimal community risk. The county requires the following conditions to… Original Article: https://www.khou.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/fort-bend-county-texas-covid-risk-level/285-455374a6-e80c-4386-950a-08fdf358649a
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Woman accused of shooting husband after argument outside Richmond home, deputies say
RICHMOND, Texas – A woman has been charged after deputies say she shot her husband following an argument in Fort Bend County. The shooting was reported Thursday around 6:50 a.m. at a home, located in the 6600 block of Plum Springs. According to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office,… Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/03/15/woman-accused-of-shooting-husband-after-argument-outside-richmond-home-deputies-say/
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Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman to speak at luncheon for Fort Bend charity helping sex assault victims
Aly Raisman is the third most decorated American gymnast of all-time. As momentous as her victories in the arena are, Raisman’s struggles outside of the Olympic games are arguably as compelling. Raisman was one of the survivors of Larry Nassar, a former U.S. gymnastics team doctor who is currently serving 60 years in prison for…
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Baseball-softball roundup: Lady Eagles continue strong start
The Booker T. Washington High School softball team continued its hot start last week, bouncing back from a March 5 loss to Furr by recording a pair of victories. The Lady Eagles won by forfeit over Worthing on Wednesday, then blasted past local rival Scarborough 23-2 last Friday to move to 5-1 on the season.…
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Child Advocates of Fort Bend chooses ‘Through the Looking Glass’ as 2022 gala theme
Non-profit group Child Advocates of Fort Bend has chosen “Through the Looking Glass” as the theme for this year’s annual gala, set to take place on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Alice in Wonderland-themed sponsorships from $2,000 to $15,000 are available. The cost of an individual seat is… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/Child-Advocates-of-Fort-Bend-chooses-Through-17002067.php
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Fort Bend County Animal Shelter Desperately in Need of Fosters and Adoptions
Fort Bend County Pet Services reports high numbers of dogs staying at long lengths in their shelter. They desperately need foster families and families looking to adopt. Photos courtesy of Fort Bend County Animal Shelter. Fort Bend County Shelter Reaches Critical Capacity. Fort Bend County Animal Services currently has over… Original Article: https://www.katymagazineonline.com/post/fort-bend-county-animal-shelter-desperately-in-need-of-fosters-and-adoptions
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FBISD approves new elementary attendance zones
Fort Bend ISD’s Board of Trustees has given final approval to new elementary attendance zones ahead of the newest elementary school’s opening in the fall of 2023. The board this month unanimously approved new boundaries for Sonal Bhuchar Elementary School, 5503 Thompsons Ferry Road in Missouri City. The new boundaries will include the area south…
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Covid-19 Testing and Vaccination Sites
Covid-19 testing and vaccination sites are located throughout Fort Bend County. Currently we are accepting walk-ins for both testing and vaccination, however please call (281) 633-7795 to confirm if the site is currently able to perform testing, vaccination, or both. Four Corners Community Center. Sun & Mon CLOSED. Tue –… Original Article: https://www.fbchealth.org/covid-19-testing-and-vaccination-sites/
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Fort Bend County full of abandoned, historic cemeteries
Robert Crosser, the head of the Fort Bend County Historical Commission’s cemetery committee, has seen much in his 93 years and speaks with a certain amount of fatalism about historical preservation in the county. “The graves at Bates Allen Park are really in pretty good shape, comparatively speaking,” he… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/community/fort-bend-county-full-of-abandoned-historic-cemeteries/article_95280cce-a3da-11ec-ba86-138c2a4b31bd.html
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Nibbles and Sips: Culver’s to open restaurant in Fulshear
A Wisconsin-based restaurant specializing in butter burgers and frozen custards is making its way to Fort Bend County. Per the company’s website, Culver’s is opening a location at 6677 Flewellen Way in Fulshear soon. There is no exact opening date set, but a report from Community Impact said construction is expected to be completed by…
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Katy man apprehended in sting operation arrested for alleged failure to register as sex offender
One of 19 men arrested in a multiple agency sex offender sting operation six years ago has been arrested and charged with failure to register as a sex offender. Darryll Railsback, 25, originally from Katy, was arrested March 9 after authorities say he moved to Humble without changing his residency on the sex offender registry.…
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Katy ‘best place to retire in Texas,’ study shows
A new report released by SmartAsset.com has named Katy the “best city for retirement in Texas” following an extensive data study. The study, released March 10, evaluates three criteria in the designation. Katy’s title of best in Texas was based on tax burden, access to medical care and opportunity for recreation and social activity. Just…
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FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES INTRODUCE NEW ONLINE FEATURE FOR ASPIRING AUTHORS
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) continues its goal of supporting and encouraging aspiring novelists with the launch of a new, online “Writers’ Corner,” where aspiring novelists, as well as readers looking for something new, can create, share, and discover works introduced right here in Fort Bend County. Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/community/fort-bend-county-libraries-introduce-new-online-feature-for-aspiring-authors/article_3c67ee6b-ca3d-5928-97f1-1e8f0bdfa173.html
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Care for environment leads student to TSTC program
ROSENBERG — When Andres Hinojosa was moving from the Rio Grande Valley to the Houston area, he was driving near the house he was planning on renting when he saw something that reminded him of home: Texas State Technical College’s campus in Fort Bend County. TSTC has 10… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/school_news/care-for-environment-leads-student-to-tstc-program/article_0a7bfd36-b578-559b-add6-4234c80d2a1d.html
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Equipment Depot shares opportunities with TSTC Diesel Equipment Technology students
ROSENBERG — Two representatives from Equipment Depot recently visited Texas State Technical College’s campus in Fort Bend County to meet with Diesel Equipment Technology students and share possible job opportunities with them. The representatives fielded many questions from the students and discussed training and growth opportunities, as well… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/school_news/equipment-depot-shares-opportunities-with-tstc-diesel-equipment-technology-students/article_84a033ca-28eb-5dc3-9a6f-57ea37fa0991.html
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TSTC Welding Technology instructor finds calling in teaching
ROSENBERG — When it comes to welding, Matthew Bakus has just about seen and done it all. The Texas State Technical College Welding Technology instructor — and graduate — has worked everywhere from fabrication shops to power plants and pipelines. “You throw something at me, I can weld it,… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/school_news/tstc-welding-technology-instructor-finds-calling-in-teaching/article_6d8640ca-f467-5d2d-abe4-9235c66a6e2c.html
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Four seek Position 1 seat on Needville school board
With the March 1 Primary Election in the rear-view mirror, focus is turning to the May 7 General Election. Early voting is set for April 25 through May 3 at numerous locations throughout Fort Bend County, but voters must cast ballots in their assigned precincts on Election Day. For Needville… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/school_news/four-seek-position-1-seat-on-needville-school-board/article_73d8e7d2-567b-5c68-9836-0879e9245769.html
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Sugar Land leads the way in sales tax growth
Tax receipts in all major cities in Fort Bend County are largely up by double-digit percentage points. Sugar Land, the county’s largest city, continues to perform as one of the top 20 economies in the state. Overall the Texas Comptroller’s Office is sending Texas cities, counties, transit systems and… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/Sugar-Land-leads-the-way-in-sales-tax-growth-16996349.php
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Katy sales taxes continue to grow year over year
The city of Katy is riding a high as tax receipts are continuing to trend high over the same period last year, according to the Texas Comptrollers Office. For the month, the city of Katy is receiving more than $1.3 million, up 21.7 percent of the March 2021 payment of $1.06 million. For the year,…
