Embracing the Different

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher I’m different.  I’ve always known that. Mother always said I was “special,” but I know that’s code for odd.  I like things that most people don’t.  I certainly wear things that most people won’t.  I read things that most people would absolutely refuse....

11th Annual FOCUS FAVS Readers’ Choice of Fort Bend’s Favorites

This fall, we invited readers to our website to take an online survey to tell us who their favorites are in Fort Bend in nine different categories: • FOOD • SHOPPING • ENTERTAINMENT • PROFESSIONAL SERVICES • SCHOOLS • PETS • HEALTHCARE • AUTO • HOME IMPROVEMENTS And boy, did they come...

Fort Bend’s Festive Holiday Favorites

FOCUS COVER STORY | By Patti Parish-Kaminski – There’s no place better to spend the holidays than in Fort Bend!  The season kicks off with two annual festive favorites that are sure to get you in the spirit. From dinosaurs to Christmas trees to pumpkins galore, get out and about this month and...

Ashley Dedmon: Previvor with a Passion

FOCUS COVER STORY | By Patti Parish-Kaminski – After nearly a decade of increased surveillance after learning she was Breast Cancer Gene (BRCA2) positive, a leading genetic marker for breast and ovarian cancer, Ashley Dedmon determined that she would not battle cancer as her relatives had.  Instead,...

Fort Bend Focus 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...

Dhanani Private Equity Group: Primed for Continued Growth and Success

FOCUS COVER STORY | By Patti Parish-Kaminski   |  Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography – Achieving significant milestones and making a distinctive mark in real estate development and private equity is nothing new for Dhanani Private Equity Group (DPEG).  It’s something that founder and Chief...

Fort Bend’s Stellar Seniors

From landing the number one and two spots at area high schools to earning scholarships from community organizations, Fort Bend’s top grads are all A’s this year.  Take a peek at their grade A accomplishments, and read about their plans as they continue their journey in advanced education. The future...

Mother’s Day in the Bend

Salute to Moms By Patti Parish-Kaminski – May is the month we celebrate mom, and that means spending time with mom doing something that she enjoys. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of things to do right here in Fort Bend that mom would love! Happy Mother’s Day Fort Bend Moms – here’s to...

At Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Fighting Cancer is Personal

COVER STORY | Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography – Cancer patients have unique needs that are critical to successful treatment. Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center at  Sugar Land is on their side. The global fight against cancer is driven by innovation and research – new discoveries, breakthrough...

Spring in the Bend Science, Steers, Steam & Stars

COVER STORY | By Patti Parish-Kaminski – Spring has sprung and that means longer, warmer days to be out and about.  There’s so much to do right here in our own back yard when it comes to getting out and enjoying all that the season and our community has to offer, so here’s a few of our favs...

Love Around the Bend

Focus Cover Story | By Patti Parish-Kaminski – Valentine’s Day is associated with romance and love, but the origin of the day celebrating sweethearts is anything but sweet.  There are several legends shrouded with mystery and martyrs, but the one I choose to wrap up in a pretty red bow, embellish...

Dhanani Private Equity Group Hits Billion Dollar Mark and Takes on Fort Bend County

COVER STORY | By Patti Parish-Kaminski  | Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography – Setting goals, developing new initiatives, launching projects – these are all objectives typically associated with a new year, but for Dhanani Private Equity Group (DPEG), the new year looks a bit different. In addition...

10th Annual FOCUS FAVS Readers’ Choice of Fort Bend’s Favorites

This fall, we invited readers to our website to take an online survey to tell us who their Fort Bend Favs are in nine different categories: • FOOD • ENTERTAINMENT • AUTO • SCHOOLS • PROFESSIONAL SERVICES • • PETS• HOME IMPROVEMENT • HEALTHCARE • SHOPPING • And boy, did they come...

Fall Fun in Fort Bend

FOCUS COVER STORY –  Fall activities abound in the Bend – there’s literally something for everyone!  With the cooler temps, it’s the perfect time of year to be out and about enjoying the weather, good friends and great times.  Here’s a few of our Fall favs, so get your calendar handy, and...

Houston Methodist Breast Care Center at Sugar Land Mammograms Save Lives

COVER STORY  |  Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography – Teamwork and compassion enable the Houston Methodist Breast Care Center at Sugar Land to help two local women overcome their cancer diagnoses. Brendolyn Herbert was in good health. She exercised every day and watched her diet. With no family...