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University Branch Library to host butterfly gardening program on Aug. 12
Fort Bend County Libraries’ University Branch Library will present a program on “Butterfly Gardening,” on Saturday, August 12, from 2-3 p.m., in Meeting Room 1 of the library, located at 14010 University Blvd in Sugar Land, on the UH campus. Fort Bend County Master Gardener Dan Lawlor…
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Fort Bend libraries offer social-media classes in August
Fort Bend County Libraries will host a variety of introductory social-media classes in August. Learn how to create accounts, interact with friends, and much more with popular websites such as Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, and others. Those attending these classes will also get tips on online etiquette and security measures. To…
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Kendleton Mayor and City of Sugar Land employee indicted
Richmond, TX (Covering Katy News) – The Mayor of Kendleton and a former City of Sugar Land employee were recently indicted in unrelated public corruption cases prosecuted by Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton’s Public Integrity Division. Kendleton Mayor Darryl Humphrey was arrested following his second indictment by…
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Fort Bend County Celebrates Unity and Diversity at Inaugural Festival of One
Fort Bend County Judge KP George and the Expose Excellence Youth Foundation, led by Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton, proudly announce the inaugural Fort Bend County Festival of One. The free community event will occur on Saturday, August 26, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the new Fort Bend County Epicenter,…
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Fort Bend coal plant one of dirtiest in Texas
Residents in Fort Bend County are discussing their worries over a coal plant in their area. They’re making efforts to get the facility, which is listed as one of the dirtiest coal plants in the state, shit down for good. FOX 26’s Sherman Desselle attended the meeting to hear some of their concerns.
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What to expect in Fort Bend ISD this school year | Monday at 6 p.m.
HOUSTON — We’ve been telling you about the KHOU 11 back-to-school survey. We’re putting it out there so we can understand what’s important to parents and teachers as another school year gets underway. On Monday and for the next few weeks, you’ll see the results of…
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What to expect in Fort Bend ISD this school year | Monday at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.
HOUSTON — We’ve been telling you about the KHOU 11 back-to-school survey. We’re putting it out there so we can understand what’s important to parents and teachers as another school year gets underway. On Monday and for the next few weeks, you’ll see the results of…
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Kendleton mayor arrested for abuse of official capacity, Fort Bend County says
Fort Bend County, Texas – The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office has announced the arrest of two local officials: Andrea Bolger and Kendleton Mayor Darryl Humphrey. Bolger, a former Sugar Land employee, was arrested following her indictment for “Theft by a Public Servant.” She is charged with embezzling up to $150,000 from Sugar Land…
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With days before start of school, districts struggle with bus driver shortages
HOUSTON, Texas — Staff shortages are not new for school districts and many have been coming up with creative ways to fill those positions. Just this week, Houston ISD announced a $3,000 sign-on bonus to the first 50 CDL drivers that are hired for the coming school year. Fort…
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Town hall meeting called to discuss pollution at Parish power plant in Fort Bend County
Environmental advocates say a coal-fired power plant in Fort Bend County has been endangering public health for decades. They want the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and local state representatives to curtail its pollution. The W.A. Parish power plant, owned by NRG Energy, was named the dirtiest coal plant in the…
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Investigation of fatal Boling fire handed over to Fort Bend County
The investigation into a fatal fire that killed two people in Boling last weekend has been handed over to the Fort Bend County Fire Marshall’s office, Wharton County officials told the Journal-Spectator Friday. The fire at 106 Sinclair in Boling, which was called in at 11:22 p.m. Sunday night,…
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Missouri City park and ride facility gets a $5M boost
METRO’s new Missouri City Park & Ride transit center will give both the city and Fort Bend County-area residents more access to transportation including commuter services that will run between the Texas Medical Center, while also providing connections to downtown Houston. It will also provide connections to the existing on-demand services, according to a news…
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Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Hosts Community Meet and Greet Throughout the County
The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office will host eight community “Meet and Greet” events throughout Fort Bend county, starting on August 8th, lasting through September 7th. Safety Awareness For Everyone (S.A.F.E.) is a community event showcasing the numerous services offered by the Sheriff’s Office. FBCSO invites everyone…
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Kendleton Mayor charged for second time; Former city of Sugar Land employee accused of embezzlement, DA announces
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – The Fort Bend County District Attorney announced the arrest of two public servants Friday morning. One of the arrests was the Mayor of Kendleton, and the other is a former employee with the City of Sugar Land. Mayor charged and arrested. The mayor, Darryl…
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Row Crops Seminar
A Row Crops Seminar will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm. The event, hosted by Fort Bend ANR-CEA John L. Few IV and Fort Bend/Brazoria CEP ANR-EA, Dr. Abdul Hakeem, can be attended either virtually or in person at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension-Fort Bend County office at…
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Fulshear police remove ‘Fred’ the alligator from resident’s backyard
A small alligator named Fred was removed Wednesday from a home in Fort Bend County by the Fulshear Police Department. The owners of the home called the police when they spotted the alligator trying to get into their house through the back sliding doors. Officer Isai Chavez removed the alligator and transported it back to…
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Local Camp Makes Gardening Fun for Kids
The sound of hammering recently filled Building D at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds as 25 elementary-age students used rubber mallets to pound flowers in an ancient Japanese technique to create patterns on paper. It was all part of the 12th annual Earth-Kind™Kids Camp presented through Texas A&M AgriLife by…
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Youth Activities at Cinco Ranch Branch Library Resume Fall Schedule After Break
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy, presents a variety of free children’s programs every month. The fall schedule begins mid-August; activities will not take place during the first two weeks of August. Family Story Time takes place on Wednesdays and…
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Fort Bend County Celebrates Unity and Diversity at the Inaugural Festival of One
Fort Bend County Judge KP George and the Expose Excellence Youth Foundation, led by Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton, proudly announce the inaugural Fort Bend County Festival of One. The free community event will occur on Saturday, August 26, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the new Fort Bend County Epicenter,…
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Fort Bend ISD student journalist shares ‘best summer ever’ with KPRC 2 +
FORT BEND, Texas – Hello! My name is Himali Wickramasinghe, and I was selected to be part of KPRC 2+’s Best Summer Ever series! I recently took a trip to the United Kingdom, and I was interviewed to talk about my trip. Going to the UK has been…
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No injuries reported after plane crash in Fort Bend County, Texas
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety and the Rosenburg Police Department are at the scene of a plane crash on FM 2218 and Lane Aviation. The cause of the crash remains unknown as troopers secure the scene for further investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
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Eight people face up to 99 years in prison for COVID scams
Richmond, TX (Covering Katy News) – A Fort Bend County Grand Jury has indicted eight people accused of scamming the government out of approximately $730,000 in COVID relief funds. The charges carry a potential penalty of 15 to 99 years in prison. The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Public…
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Environmental group to hold town hall on W.A. Parish plant on Aug. 5
The environmental advocacy group Air Alliance Houston will host a town hall event focusing on the NRG W.A.Parish coal-fired power plant in Fort Bend County on Saturday, Aug. 5, beginning at 2 p.m.. at the Sugar Land branch of Fort Bend County Libraries, 550 Eldridge Rd., Sugar Land. During the…
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Small plane crash in Rosenberg near Reese Road, no injuries reported
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Rosenberg authorities are on the scene of a small plane crash that occurred on Wednesday. Details are limited at this time, but according to Rosenberg Police on Facebook, a small plane crashed on FM 2218 at Reese Road. The plane seemed to have crashed into a fence.
