The next University Interscholastic League reclassification and realignment will include a new member from Lamar Consolidated ISD, as well as a return to the highest classification for a member of Fort Bend ISD. Based on preliminary enrollment numbers reported in October, Randle will compete in Class 5A in all varsity… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/Hightower-returning-to-6A-in-next-UIL-realignment-16692840.php

Friday’s action is complete in the annual Fort Bend ISD Boys Basketball and Bus and Elkins have punched their ticket to the gold division finals. Bush defeated Manvel 50-31 and Ridge Point 68-56, the Broncos have defeated Ridge Point twice in a little over a week after playing the Panthers in the LCISD tournament silver…

When Jha D Amazi visited the Sugar Land cemetery containing the remains of African Americans who died in a forced labor camp more than a century ago, she was overwhelmed by the sobering history. But with minimal fencing and no grave markers back then, the appearance of the cemetery located… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Design-firm-seeks-to-heal-the-landscape-16692543.php

Michelle Menon teaches special education to pre-kindergarteners at Townewest Elementary School in Sugar Land. For the last 20 years, she has worked a variety of jobs at Fort Bend ISD: a summer school instructor, a special ed paraprofessional and an ESL teacher. Teaching is her passion. However, this school year… Original Article: https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/in-depth/2021/12/10/415097/teachers-in-fort-bend-isd-are-facing-extreme-pressures-as-staffing-shortages-continue/

The COVID-19 omicron variant has officially made its way to Fort Bend County. Fort Bend County Health & Human Services confirmed three cases of the variant. All cases were vaccinated with two doses, did not report receiving a booster dose, had mild symptoms and denied travel 14 days before symptom onset, according to a Dec.…

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce’s Infrastructure Planning Division will host an informative event titled “TxDOT Updates from New Fort Bend County / Waller Area Engineer, Carlos Zepeda” on Wednesday, December 15th from 7:30 – 9:00 AM. Carlos Zepeda, Jr., P.E., will discuss End the Streak Campaign, Area Office Responsibilities, Current Projects Update and Future…

The first day of the 2021 Fort Bend ISD Boys Basketball Tournament is over, and pool play has been completed. Six different Fort Bend programs remain in the hunt for the overall championship including Bush, Clements, Elkins, Hightower, Ridge Point and Travis. Elkins grabbed the top seed in Pool A,… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/sports/6-area-programs-advance-to-fbisd-tournament-gold-bracket/article_bdaea72e-5976-11ec-a871-7b65ac2eb1f7.html

FORT BEND COUNTY – Officials from the Fort Bend County Health & Human Services department say three people in their area have tested positive for the omicron variant of COVID-19. On Thursday, the FBCHHS reported that all three of the people had received both vaccination doses and had not traveled in the past 14 days.…

The first three cases of the omicron variant of COVID-19 were confirmed Thursday night in Fort Bend County, according to Fort Bend County Health and Human Services. All three cases experienced mild symptoms, according to Thursday’s press release. Although each one of the cases had not received booster shots, they were fully vaccinated with both…

ROSENBERG, Texas — The first confirmed cases of the omicron variant of COVID-19 have been reported in Fort Bend County, according to the health department. All three people had received two COVID-19 vaccines, but not a booster, and reported only mild symptoms. They all said they hadn’t traveled recently. Original Article: https://www.khou.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/three-cases-omicron-fort-bend-county/285-6a8aa192-acea-4377-a610-2b3187181ca2

FORT BEND COUNTY – Officials from the Fort Bend County Health & Human Services department say three people in their area have tested positive for the Omicron variant of COVID-19. On Thursday, the FBCHHS reported that all three of the people had received both vaccination doses and had not traveled in the past 14 days.…

The annual Fort Bend ISD Boys Basketball Tournament brings the best basketball teams across the Houston area to Fort Bend County. The 2021 edition will feature 24 teams playing across the locations: Hopson Field House, Bush High School and Dulles High School. The tournament field includes Austin, Bush, Cain, Clements,… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/sports/annual-fbisd-boys-basketball-tournament-play-begins-thursday/article_300bbf7a-58f8-11ec-91a5-035b45f71a6f.html

John Hubenak was born on April 24th 1939 in Frenstat, Texas. He was the middle of 5 children. John learned at an early age the value of hard work, the importance of family, and most importantly a relationship with God. John is survived by his wife, Helen Hubenak, his three children and their husbands, Carmen…

Fort Bend County residents with an appetite for fitness and exercise got the chance to indulge that urge while giving to a worthy cause over the weekend. Last Sunday, Dec. 5, more than 80 runners took part in the second annual. 5K and 10K fun run at Lost Creek Park… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/health/charity-fun-run-benefits-seniors-health-well-being/article_9f71efa8-5923-11ec-9b06-0bdf722e0cda.html