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Libraries to Close in Observance of Veterans Day
Your online library is always open at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us for searching the catalog, renewing books or placing holds, streaming movies and music, downloading e-books, or using the research databases. For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
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Safeguarding Fort Bend County’s Holiday Spirit: Legal Allies for a Worry-Free Season
As the holiday season beckons, Fort Bend County is poised to embark on a journey of festive jubilance and merrymaking. Yet, as the season of joy approaches, it brings with it the potential for legal complexities that could cast a shadow over the celebrations. But take heart, for a reliable attorney stands ready to be…
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Dog without puppies ‘adopts’ motherless litter in Fort Bend County Animal Shelter
A mother dog with no puppies. A litter of puppies with no mother. What began as two sad stories has one happy ending thanks to the efforts of the Fort Bend County Animal Services. Six newborn puppies were brought into the shelter last week, so young their eyes were still…
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Robert Naranjo
Robert Naranjo spent several years in and out of the industry in both service and construction. Through working with different technicians, he learned the tips and tricks of the trade and began dreaming big. “I would drive around town and [see] pool trucks and tell my wife, ‘I’m going to…
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‘Who wrote this?’ Houston voters find themselves confused over proposition language on ballots
HOUSTON – KPRC 2 Investigates spoke to voters coming out of the polls in Harris and Fort Bend Counties on Monday and the overwhelming consensus from all is the confusion with some of the questions on the ballot. “It’s very confusing,” said Ian Sysman in Sugar Land.
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Missing Fort Bend County woman found
The missing Fort Bend County woman, 29-year-old Aleja Candia, has been found safe after being missing for a week.
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Call for artists for Sugar Land Arts Fest now open
The Sugar Land Cultural Arts Foundation has opened the call for artists to participate in the 2024 Sugar Land Arts Fest, a two-day festival highlighting the cultural and artistic diversity of Fort Bend County and beyond that will be held next spring. Created by the Sugar Land Cultural Arts Foundation…
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Fort Bend County plans bus services for commuting to Downtown Houston
Fort Bend County will soon start work on a Downtown Houston commuter service. (Asia Armour/Community Impact) Fort Bend County commissioners Oct. 24 approved updates for an upcoming commuter services project that would bus residents to Downtown Houston. The gist. The commuter bus service project was previously approved by the court…
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Fort Bend ISD president clears the air about voting incentive; Superintendent defends the campaign
Fort Bend ISD voters are being asked to vote on November 7th whether to approve Proposition A – a tax rate increase that will generate additional revenue slated to be used to increase pay for teachers and staff and fund additional security personnel. In an effort to encourage voting,…
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Fort Bend ISD to hold strategic plan summit on Nov. 1
On Thursday, Nov. 1, from 6-7:30 p.m. Fort Bend ISD will host a second Vision 2030 Summit, part of a four-phased comprehensive process to engage current FBISD stakeholders to design, create, and implement a community-inspired strategic plan, centered on a vision for learning and anchored on the community’s highest hopes for all Fort Bend ISD…
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Universtiy Branch Library to hold special program on Alzheimer’s disease on Nov. 4
Fort Bend County Libraries’ University Branch Library will hold a special program providing a basic introduction to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia on Saturday, Nov. 4, beginning at 2 p.m., in Meeting Room 1 of the library, located at 14010 University Blvd in Sugar Land, on the UH campus.
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Meyers appointed to Texas nuclear energy working group
Gov. Greg Abbott and Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT) Commissioner Jimmy Glotfelty last month appointed Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Commissioner Andy Meyers to the Texas Advanced Nuclear Reactor Working Group. The 17 members of the working group include representatives of industry, academia and the Electric Reliability Council of…
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FRIENDS OF GEORGE MEMORIAL LIBRARY PLAN BOOK SALE FOR LIBRARY’S BOOK FESTIVAL
In conjunction with the “Fort Bend County Libraries Book Festival” on Saturday, November 18, the Friends of George Memorial Library will have a major Book Sale from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the front entrance of the library, located at 1001 Golfview in Richmond. People who love…
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Sugar Plum Market to be held Nov. 2-4 at Stafford Center
The Fort Bend Junior Service League will hold its 22nd annual Sugar Plum Market November 2-4, with a special Preview Night Celebration on Wednesday, November 1, at the Stafford Centre. The market will be open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. This popular…
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Man dead, woman injured after Fort Bend County shooting
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – A man is dead and a woman has been taken to a hospital after a shooting in Fort Bend County Sunday. According to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, it happened in the 8800 block of FM 1464 at about 7:20 p.m. Fort…
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A Texas senator claims it’s illegal for schools to reward teachers who voted with a free jeans day
This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. Texas Sen. Paul Bettencourt has taken aim at Fort Bend ISD for its offer to let teachers with an “I voted” sticker wear jeans to work, arguing it incentivizes them to vote in favor of the district’s tax rate election.
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Blue jeans at center of controversy involving Fort Bend ISD at the polls
SUGAR LAND, Texas – Who doesn’t love blue jeans?”. “Jeans are like teachers favorite things,” said Dr. Christie Whitbeck, the Superintendent of Fort Bend Independent School District. She’s not alone. Politicians love them too. “I’ve been a Levi’s guy for as long as I can remember,”…
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Fort Bend County to hold public information session for upcoming mobility and parks bond
A public information session for the Fort Bend County bond will be held Oct. 30 at Missouri City Hall. (Community Impact staff) Fort Bend County will host a public information meeting 6-7 p.m. Oct. 30 at Missouri City Hall, 1522 Texas Parkway, to share information and hear feedback on the bond propositions appearing on Nov.…
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Texas High School Football: How to Stream the Elkins High School – Fort Bend vs. Dulles High School Game – October 27
There is a clash between 6A – Region 20 teams in Sugar Land, TX on Friday, October 27 (kicking off at 7:00 PM CT), with Dulles High School hosting Elkins High School – Fort Bend. Follow high school football this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family…
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Texas High School Football: How to Stream the Travis High School – Fort Bend vs. Ridge Point High School Game – October 26
In 6A – Region 20 action on Thursday, October 26, Ridge Point High School will host Travis High School – Fort Bend at 7:00 PM CT. Follow high school football this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family or alma mater and tune in!. Travis High vs….
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Texas High School Football: How to Stream the Austin High School – Fort Bend vs. Bush High School – Fort Bend Game – October 26
On Thursday, October 26 at 7:00 PM CT, Austin High School – Fort Bend is on the road versus Bush High School – Fort Bend. Follow high school football this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family or alma mater and tune in!. Austin High vs. Bush…
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New Construction – Middle School #16 – (Package A, B, and C) – Fort Bend ISD
Architect – 1 Bidding General Contractor – 4 First Reported on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 – Last Updated 10/25/2023 9:48:09 AM.
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Have you seen her? Missing woman- Jacqueline Hodge
The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding a missing woman.
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Fort Bend ISD to build elementary school on former prison farm lands, sparking concerns of unmarked gravesite
Fort Bend ISD is planning to build a new elementary school on former prison farmland, sparking concerns among local activists that the land could contain an unmarked cemetery. Advocates are worried the Harlem Prison Farm cemetery could be located on the site of a new school planned for Richmond’s Harvest Green community.
