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Renowned Christmas Cantata Performance Coming to Fort Bend County’s New EpiCenter in October
Christmas may be a few months away, but a reminder of the joy found in the true meaning of Christmas is just around the corner. In September, Christmas Cantata, a show-stopping musical event that weaves multiple music styles into the unique and compelling portrayal of the meaning of Christmas will hit the road once again.…
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Fort Bend County targeting drunk drivers this weekend
Richmond, TX – People stopped for drunk driving this weekend in Fort Bend County will have no way to avoid having their blood taken to determine if they are over the legal limit for alcohol or drugs. The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office and local law enforcement are…
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Fort Bend County lists transportation projects for upcoming bond election
Fort Bend County released a list of transportation projects that will be featured in the 2023 bond. These projects aim to improve transportation infrastructure. (Courtesy Pexels) Fort Bend County unveiled its list of prospective transportation projects slated to appear on the upcoming November ballots. The $712.6 million mobility proposition includes…
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Willowridge Wall of Honor, Inc. celebrates newest inductees at annual banquet (9/1/2023)
FORT BEND ISD (Sept. 1, 2023) – This summer, Willowridge Wall of Honor, Inc. held its 12th banquet, inducting 13 individuals for their accomplishments and service to their community, and for bringing pride and positive recognition to Willowridge High School. The wall is located at the school. The inductees…
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Friday Night Football: BF Terry High School
Friday Football Fever is back! The Battle of the Bergs returns to Fort Bend County as Lamar Consolidated takes on BF Terry Friday night. FOX 26 Nate Griffin visited Terry High School to see them get in the spirit.
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Friday Football Fever: Lamar Consolidated
Friday Football Fever is back! It’s a Battle of the Bergs in Fort Bend County as Lamar Consolidated takes on BF Terry. FOX 26’s Nate Griffin visits Lamar Consolidated as they get in the spirit.
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Fort Bend law enforcement implements ‘no refusal’ policy over holiday weekend
The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office and local law enforcement are implementing a “No Refusal” initiative over the Labor Day weekend. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, September 1-3 , law enforcement will be looking for drivers who are impaired by alcohol or other substances, the office said in a news release.
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Tour rail cars, learn about railroading in Fort Bend County at this Hidden Gem
On its two acres right alongside four active railroad tracks, the Rosenberg Railroad Museum uses a variety of spaces to bring the history of railroading to life.
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60-acre grass fire destroys buildings in Fort Bend County
The fire spread in the city of Orchard, which is in western Fort Bend County. No injuries were reported.
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HIDDEN GEM: George Observatory
NEEDVILLE, Texas — In a city where it’s really not all that uncommon to see stars of the celebrity variety, spotting the celestial kind can be more of a challenge. To get a clear view, you have to drive away from the lights of downtown into the darkness of rural Fort Bend County.
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Fourth quarter rallys sends Spartans past Crabs
Head Coach Richard Whitaker doesn’t take solace in moral victories, but in a season-opening 19-14 loss to Stafford Friday night, several positives can be gleaned. First and foremost, they had the lead in the fourth quarter, just a year removed from a 35-7 shellacking to the athletic visitors from Fort Bend County.
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Fort Bend County implements ‘no refusal’ initiative ahead of Labor Day weekend
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – For Labor Day weekend, The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office and local law enforcement are implementing a “No Refusal” initiative. This initiative will be in effect from Sept. 1 to Sept. 3. During this time, law enforcement officers will be actively searching for drivers…
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Stage 1 Activation Initiates Voluntary Water Conservation
Sugar Land, TX – Governor Greg Abbott’s drought disaster declaration for Fort Bend County combined with increased local water demand has caused Sugar Land to activate Stage 1 of its Drought Contingency Plan, which includes voluntary water conservation to help reduce peak usage. Demand is greatest during weekday…
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2 buildings destroyed in grass fire in Fort Bend County
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — Two buildings were destroyed Wednesday in a grass fire in Fort Bend County. The fire spread across 60 acres off Roper Road in the city of Orchard, which is in western Fort Bend County. The Fort Bend County Fire Marshal’s Office initially tweeted about…
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2 buildings damaged in grass fire in Fort Bend County
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — Two buildings were damaged Wednesday in a grass fire in Fort Bend County. The fire spread off Roper Road in the city of Orchard, which is in western Fort Bend County. It’s unknown if anyone was hurt in the fire or how many acres…
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‘Tis the Season for Sugar Plum Market!
Mark your calendars for September 1st and get ready to kick off the holiday season when tickets for the 2023 Sugar Plum Market go on sale!. The 22nd annual Sugar Plum Market, presented by Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) and Title Sponsor Memorial Hermann Sugar Land, will take place November 2nd through 4th, with…
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Fort Bend first responders honored for being protectors during Indian festival of Raksha Bandhan
This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. Eduardo Hernandez, captain at the Northeast Fort Bend Fire Station 2 in Richmond, stood patiently while a young lady finished tying a silk thread around his outstretched wrist. Around him, other firefighters sporting matching bracelets enjoyed Indian sweets as…
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Fort Bend County: Woman wanted after abandoning a dog after hours at a shelter
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – A woman seen on surveillance cameras leaving a dog at an animal shelter after hours when it was closed could face criminal charges. The dog that was abandoned on Sunday is now wanted in homes all over Houston. SUGGESTED: HIRING: Texas Renaissance Festival hosting job…
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Fort Bend ISD board sets spending priorities for tax rate hike if approved by voters
Fort Bend ISD officials said the district does not have the capacity to deliver teacher compensation raises without a tax rate increase due to dwindling financial support from the state. (Courtesy Fort Bend ISD) The Fort Bend ISD board of trustees held a special meeting Aug. 28 to set budgetary…
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Renowned Christmas Cantata Performance Coming to Fort Bend County’s New EpiCenter in October
Christmas may be a few months away, but a reminder of the joy found in the true meaning of Christmas is just around the corner. In September, Christmas Cantata, a show-stopping musical event that weaves multiple music styles into the unique and compelling portrayal of the meaning of Christmas will hit the road once again.…
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Fort Bend County Libraries Helps Students Excel with Brainfuse Online Homework Help
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Brainfuse Homework Tutoring program enables the library system to provide online homework assistance in a broad range of subjects in both English and Spanish for students in grades K through 12, free of charge. Library users can learn more about the Brainfuse Homework Help service…
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Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Prepares for National Night Out
Citizens, along with business and community leaders of unincorporated areas in Fort Bend County, are invited to join their neighbors and meet with Fort Bend County Sheriff’s deputies during the 40th Annual Texas National Night Out, the nation’s night out against crime. This year, Fort Bend County citizens will celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday,…
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All the Fall Feels
I am sooo ready to have some cooler temps and a crisp chill in the air? After the summer we have experienced, I am more than ready. I am ready for fall football, shorter sunlit days, cooler evenings, the changing colors of the leaves, pumpkins, bonfires, and of course, my all-time favorite: pumpkin spice-flavored treats…
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Absolutely! Brazos Cares About Community
It’s finally Fall, and that means back to school, Friday night lights and two-digit instead of three-digit temperatures. In Fort Bend, this season also marks the beginning of Fall fun with many community events. So, what’s happening this Fall in the Bend with our amazing community organizations?. We…
