Right at 1,050 people in Fort Bend County have died from Covid since the virus first reared its ugly head in March 2020, according to authorities. The majority of those who died — 555 — were age 70 or older, according to the county’s online coronavirus response website. People 60-69 made up the second largest…

Atomic Gaming Cafe, 4747 State Highway 6, is inconspicuously placed between a Starbucks and a Star Cinema Grill in Missouri City. But the humble location has become a source of community for players from across Fort Bend County. Johnathan Lindsley and his wife Naomi Lindsley opened Sweets in the Sky,… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/community/fun-in-fort-bend-try-hand-at-trading-card-games-at-atomic-gaming-cafe/article_5e640db4-678f-11ec-9e3b-8b629165c816.html

The 2021 Sugar Plum Market has raised a record-setting $375,000, according to a joint statement from the Fort Bend Junior Service League and title sponsor Memorial Hermann Sugar Land. The proceeds were distributed among 26 local charities at a check presentation ceremony on Dec. 13. “We are proud to announce… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/2021-Sugar-Plum-Market-sets-record-raises-16732767.php

The three-time Region III-6A champions were honored accordingly by the Greater Houston Volleyball Coaches Association, accounting for one award and four more spots on its Class 6A postseason team. Senior middle blocker Alexis Roberson was voted Offensive Player of the Year, with junior outside hitter Sydney Jordan, senior outside hitter… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/Roberson-Underwood-Hanner-among-GHVCA-award-16732913.php

Most weeks of the year, the bulk of our reporting time is spent tracking down the biggest news stories happening across Fort Bend County. Some days, that might be reaching out to elected officials in Missouri City to learn more about their city manager search, or speaking with developers about a countywide housing shortage. Original…

WHEREAS, Olukayode David Koleosho, D.O.B. December 23, 1975, was sentenced in the 240th Judicial District Court in Fort Bend County on March 18, 1996, to three years of deferred adjudication probation and a $300 fine for the offense of Robbery, Cause No. 27,437; and. WHEREAS, the Texas Board of Pardons… Original Article: https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-pardons-olukayode-david-koleosho

In the eyes of those who’ve worked closely alongside Fulshear resident Rhonda Kuykendall, it’s her dedication and perseverance that most stand out to them. She has the ability to withstand disappointment and convince others to pass legislation to help victims of child sex trafficking, according to David Lanagan, who serves alongside Kuykendall with the Child…

A peace officer who lives in Fort Bend County has been charged with illegally sharing someone’s Social Security number. Brian David Dasher, 38, was indicted on a third-degree felony charge of misuse of official information. According to the indictment, on Oct. 26, 2020, Dasher was “a public servant, namely,… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/police_beat/former-fort-bend-county-sheriffs-deputy-indicted-on-felony-charge/article_277cf5d7-57bd-5a86-971c-3b16336933af.html

The UH Center for Mexican American Studies has recently partnered to work with Fort Bend County under the Collaborative Information System to create a research training partnership between the county and the social services division. Project leaders such as CMAS associate director and associate professor of political science Jeronimo Cortina… Original Article: http://thedailycougar.com/2021/12/27/cmas-fort-bend-stable-housing/

A Fort Bend County sheriff’s deputy has been re-indicted on one count of criminal negligent homicide in connection with the “friendly fire” shooting death of Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable Deputy Caleb Rule in May 2020. A Fort Bend County grand jury issued the new indictment… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/news/former-deputy-mcrae-re-indicted/article_8d95c07e-673e-11ec-a65a-1302280e9fcf.html

Through the entirety of 2022, the Fort Bend ISD board of trustees will use a new all-in-one video producing, recording, livestreaming and video captioning service for its meetings. Approved unanimously as part of its consent agenda Dec. 13, the board approved a contract with Swagit Productions, LLC in an amount… Original Article: https://communityimpact.com/houston/sugar-land-missouri-city/education/2021/12/27/fort-bend-isd-board-of-trustees-approves-new-livestreaming-service/

Fort Bend County Judge KP George sat down with KHOU’s Janelle Bludua hours after revealing he tested positive for COVID-19. He said he’s in good spirits. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/video/news/health/coronavirus/fort-bed-county-judge-covid/285-f995f62d-6274-4dec-8228-82814a945dbd

The Fort Bend Home & Garden Show, along with a Winter Gift Market, debuts at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds. The show will highlight home improvement, decorating and interior design, landscapes, outdoor entertainment, a charcuterie board-ing school class, and more. In addition, the Winter Gift Market will offer gifts, wine… Original Article: https://365thingsinhouston.com/calendar/fort-bend-home-garden-show-winter-gift-market-at-fort-bend-county-fairgrounds/2022-01-16/

Santas of different ethnicities recently gathered together to help Fort Bend County families celebrate with free holiday photos. Representing the racial diversity found in the county, the Santas gathered in Stafford to give families the opportunity to have a photo taken with the different Santas — one each who was Hispanic, south Asian, Black and…