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Fun in Fort Bend: Reining Strength helps heal, bond through horsemanship in Richmond
Richmond resident Tabitha Fleak’s 11-year-old daughter Madison has been overcoming obstacles since she received a heart transplant when she was 20 months old at Texas Children’s Hospital. After Madison, then 5, struggled to fight through boredom in physical therapy and speech therapy sessions, Fleak was in search of… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/community/fun-in-fort-bend-reining-strength-helps-heal-bond-through-horsemanship-in-richmond/article_5245b096-7275-11ec-bdda-f782454fef55.html
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Astros star Bregman helps make holiday special for Fort Bend woman
It all started with a toy drive. Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman was volunteering at a Houston holiday toy drive with his wife, Reagan, last month when in walked Caroline Bordelon, of Richmond, Bregman said. The event was supposed to include a meal for all attendees, but Bordelon, who… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/countynews/astros-star-bregman-helps-make-holiday-special-for-fort-bend-woman/article_2fd2ab40-7239-11ec-971e-f7ceb09513fe.html
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Dulles boys top field at Polar Plunge
The 2022 Polar Plunge hosted by Cy-Fair ISD featured six programs from Fort Bend ISD. Dulles stood above the 18 programs in total on the boys, earning the top team award with 435 points. The Vikings were first in three events all including Samuel Ang: the boys 200-yard freestyle, 500-yard… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/sports/dulles-boys-top-field-at-polar-plunge/article_67855716-7245-11ec-a8f5-837f2f89a5e7.html
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TSTC embraces safety, normalcy at start of spring semester
(ROSENBERG, Texas) – A chilly but bright morning welcomed Texas State Technical College students to the Fort Bend County campus Monday, Jan. 10, on the first day of the spring 2022 semester. It was El Campo resident Joshua Laslie’s first semester at TSTC, though he intends to finish his… Original Article: https://www.tstc.edu/news/spring-2022-semester/
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Review: Jaime’s Dairy Treat a trip down Nostalgia Lane
Mike and Betty Vega have owned and operated Jaime’s Dairy Treat for more than 40 years. The humble burger stand with a red-and-white striped overhang and a few picnic tables still draws a crowd at lunchtime, when I stopped by last week to pay a visit to this old-school Richmond institution, which is cash-only and…
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Mental health expert offers different look at healthy goals in the new year
Those who have already hit a wall in their New Year’s resolutions can still work on goals for a happier 2022, says Kerry Horrell, staff psychologist at the Menninger Clinic in Houston. “I think the major problem with resolutions as they typically are done, or how people typically experience… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/Mental-health-expert-offers-different-look-at-16765354.php
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Carroll stepping down as FBCA AD, enters final season as head softball coach
Kelly Carroll is stepping down as athletic director at Fort Bend Christian Academy, effective immediately, and the 2022 softball season will be her last as head coach of the Eagles. Carroll notified parents of her decision on Friday. She has been at FBCA since 2006, serving as middle school activities… Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/sports/2022/01/10/carroll-stepping-down-as-fbca-ad-enters-final-season-as-head-softball-coach/
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Districts adjust quarantine rules as new semester kicks off
Just days after school resumed for many Fort Bend County students, administrators at districts across the county found themselves in a familiar position – forced to adapt guidelines in response to a growing number of coronavirus cases. Fort Bend ISD, for instance, shortened the recommended time that people who… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/schoolnews/districts-adjust-quarantine-rules-as-new-semester-kicks-off/article_51a1fe36-724f-11ec-83a7-bf3dd810d5bb.html
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FBISD vows to review release guidance after issue at Mission Bend Elementary
A Mission Bend Elementary School student briefly went missing last week when that student was mistakenly assigned to the dismissal group that walked home from school, according to district officials. Fort Bend ISD officials released little information about the specifics of what happened last week, including how long it took… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/schoolnews/fbisd-vows-to-review-release-guidance-after-issue-at-mission-bend-elementary/article_c2eae154-7252-11ec-8844-efc83844048b.html
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Texas Debuts New Elementary School
The Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (Lamar CISD) in Fort Bend County, Texas, about 40 miles west of Houston, celebrated the start of 2022 with the opening of a new elementary school. Fletcher Morgan Jr. Elementary School finished construction in December 2021 and now plays home to about 750 students in grades PreK–5. Original Article:…
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Jim Rice, Rick Garcia announce campaigns for Position 3 seat on Fort Bend ISD board of trustees
Two candidates have announced their intent to seek election for a position on the Fort Bend ISD board of trustees. Jim Rice and Rick Garcia will face off May 7 for Position 3 on the FBISD board of trustees, according to announcements from both candidates. Rice, who serves as the… Original Article: https://communityimpact.com/houston/sugar-land-missouri-city/education/2022/01/10/jim-rice-rick-garcia-announce-campaigns-for-position-3-seat-on-fort-bend-isd-board-of-trustees/
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Nibbles & Sips: Russo’s expanding pizza empire across Fort Bend County
Russo’s New York Pizzeria CEO and founder Anthony Russo is no stranger to Fort Bend County, with two locations in Sugar Land, one in the Sienna neighborhood of Missouri City and another in Richmond. Houston-based Russo’s, which has grown to include locations in California, Florida, Oklahoma, Saudi Arabia and… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/nibbles-sips-russo-s-expanding-pizza-empire-across-fort-bend-county/article_43c2b2dc-7241-11ec-908a-fbb318506814.html
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Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office hosts promotion and awards ceremony
The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office hosted a promotion and awards ceremony on Thursday, Jan. 6. at the Gus George Law Enforcement Academy in Richmond. Approximately 100 law enforcement officers, dressed in their new dark blue uniforms, attended the event, some with friends and families in tow. The recognitions were for work performed during the…
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College baseball comes to Constellation Field
The Purdue University Boilermakers and the South Dakota State University Jackrabbits are set for a three-game series at Constellation Field Feb. 18-20. The series will serve as the season openers for both teams in the 2022 season. The Jackrabbits of The Summit League finished 15-32 while the Boilermakers of the… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/sports/college-baseball-comes-to-constellation-field/article_17ef1056-ce51-5fca-9622-e34d7580b98f.html
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Basketball Roundup
The Lady Falcons outscored the Lady Eagles 24-3 in the fourth quarter and pulled away with a dominant 64-32 at Willowridge. Tuesday’s game was tightly contested in the first half Foster leading 27-21. Foster began to break away in the third quarter. With a 40-29 lead heading into the… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/sports/basketball-roundup/article_527a0529-fb1b-5906-b378-0c0fad1e9f40.html
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County opens COVID-19 testing, vaccination mega site in Sugar Land
In response to a growing number of coronavirus cases, Fort Bend County officials recently opted to increase testing capacity in the region. Last Friday, county officials announced the opening of the area’s first COVID-19 testing mega site at Brazos River Park, 18427 Southwest Freeway in Sugar Land. The opening comes about two weeks after County…
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Sunday Conversation: Congressman Troy Nehls reflects on first year in office
One year ago, the image of Congressman Troy Nehls attempting to reason with rioters in the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol attack went viral. At the time, the District 22 representative was mere days into his first term in Congress. Much has changed since Nehls’ first days in office. Over the… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/katy/article/Sunday-Conversation-Congressman-Troy-Nehls-16754924.php
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Katy Family Films Bobcat in Backyard
A Katy family caught a bobcat on film in their backyard this week. This is not the first time this critter has visited, and they leave it alone. Many critters call Katy home and co-exist with local families. Bobcat filmed in Katy backyard. Photo credit: Tariq Siddiqui. Bobcat Filmed in… Original Article: https://www.katymagazineonline.com/post/katy-family-films-bobcat-in-backyard
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Former jailer sentenced to probation
A Fort Bend County jailer who had sex with an inmate in November 2020 has been sentenced to probation. Nathan Carr, who was 31 at the time of the offense, was dismissed from duty in January 2021. He pleaded guilty last month to the state-jail felony offense of improper sexual… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/news/former-jailer-sentenced-to-probation/article_5cc97540-70b1-11ec-8af6-7be85c59ea54.html
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Cinemark closes in The Woodlands; Conroe ISD increases COVID-19 safety level and more top Houston-area news
Read the most popular stories from the past week from the Houston area. Cinemark at Market Street, located at 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands, officially closed Dec. 31. The Fuddruckers location in the Village of Grogans Mill at 2290 Buckthorn Place, The Woodlands, is expected to permanently close sometime in early 2022. Original Article:…
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New Fort Bend County mega COVID testing site can serve 1,500 people a day
With COVID-19 cases surging with the highly transmissible omicron variant, Fort Bend County launched a mega testing site on Friday, Jan. 7, at Brazos River Park in Sugar Land. Located at 18427 Southwest Freeway, the drive-thru site has the capacity to test 1,500 people each day, officials said. It will provide free PCR COVID-19 testing…
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Dona Joyce Stransky
Dona was born in Frankston, TX on August 15th, 1945 to Louise and Dewitt Dansby. After graduating high school in Frankston she attended and graduated from Stephen F. Austin University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. After graduating, she went on to pursue a career in business working in oil and gas before transitioning into…
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Fort Bend County launches 1st COVID mega testing site
Fort Bend County – Fort Bend County is the latest Houston-area community to launch a drive-thru COVID-19 mega testing site. Leaders say the site is a necessity, citing “the exponential increase” in demand by residents for COVID testing because of the rapid spread of the omicron variant. Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/01/07/fort-bend-county-set-to-launch-first-covid-mega-testing-site/
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Double your treasures at the Fort Bend County Home & Garden Show
Find goodies galore at the brand new Fort Bend County Home & Garden Show when it debuts at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds, paired with the Winter Gift Market, on Saturday, January 15 and Sunday, January 16, 2022. The show will highlight home improvement, decorating and interior design, landscapes, outdoor… Original Article: https://365thingsinhouston.com/2022/01/07/fort-bend-county-home-garden-show-january-2022/
