School Has Started and You Have Homework!

It is September 2023. Many of you are enjoying peace and quiet at home – the kids are back in school! For seven to eight hours each school day, you have some time to do things you want to do for yourself. Parents still have to keep the kitchen pantry full, drive car pool and wash the family’s clothes,...

“Hit Us With Your Best Shot!” 2023 Cullinan Park Photo Contest

Cullinan Park Conservancy (CPC) invites photographers of all levels to submit photos to its annual photo contest. The contest is in conjunction with the Conservancy’s 7th annual “Picnic for the Park” luncheon on Friday, October 20th, at Sweetwater Country Club. The photo contest opens on August 1st and...

Sugar Land Heritage Foundation Announces 2023 President and New Board Members

The Sugar Land Heritage Foundation (SLHF) announced the recently elected president for 2023 and the addition of three new board members. Elected to serve as board president was retired engineer Carolyn Gilligan.  When asked why she serves on the Sugar Land Heritage Foundation board, Gilligan stated, “We...

2023 Hyundai Santa Fe

absolutely AUTO REVIEW  |  By Steve Kursar – The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe is a mid-size crossover from the Korean automaker that deserves to be viewed as a near-luxury model.  Both the interior and exterior design and build are sharp and tight, and the safety technology is state-of-the-art.  The...

5 Savvy Tips for a Smooth Back-to-School Transition

Balancing schedules, supplies shopping, meal planning and more can make the back-to-school season one of the most hectic times of the year. Keeping stress at bay may be a little easier when you put a plan in place the entire family can follow. Remember, making the transition as smooth as possible requires a...

Fourth Annual Fort Bend Future Technology EXPO

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with University of Houston’s (UH) College of Technology, will present the Fourth Annual Fort Bend Future Technology EXPO on Thursday, September 14th from 4 to 7 PM at the University of Houston College of Technology Building in Sugar Land, located at 13850...

Living the Sweet Life: Lean in and let the cultivation for knowledge begin!

Hey Sweet Lifers! ‘Tis the season to cultivate  and learn. I smell the inside of books and spilling ink as we roll into September and see another bunch of wildly intelligent younglings begin another semester of discovery.  It’s one of my favorite times each year, because it is so full of...

The Sweet Life Gardener – Chives

Hey Sweet Lifers! One of the easiest to grow and certainly a lovely addition to any garden is chives. They are, with reference to taste, the lightest of the onion family. They are also one of the oldest herbs as they have been cultivated for 5,000 years.  Culinarily speaking there’s nothing better on a...

Changes From the Bench: Conversations with Judge Tameika Carter and Judge J. Christian Becerra

By Courtney Hopson – Recently elected to the bench in Fort Bend County assuming office in January of 2021, both Judges Tameika Carter and J. Christian Becerra are passionate about serving their community, and they both have something in common:  they are trailblazers in their respective courts as...

The Power of Branding: Building Trust, Loyalty and Resilience in Today’s Competitive Landscape

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the importance of branding has become more critical than ever. Building a solid and distinctive brand is essential for success in an era where consumers are overwhelmed with endless choices and information. Here are several reasons why branding is crucial in...

Houston Methodist Sugar Land: Leading Medicine in Fort Bend and Beyond

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. With more than 1,000 affiliated physicians and 2,500 employees, Houston Methodist...

Texas Sales Tax-Free Weekend

It’s time to do that back-to-school shopping with Texas Sales Tax-Free Weekend.  This year the annual sales tax holiday begins Friday, August 11th goes through midnight Sunday, August 13th. According to the Texas State Comptroller, the sales tax exemption applies only to qualifying items bought during the...

Second Phase of Improvements Continues at Cullinan Park

Sugar Land City Council recently approved a donation of $90,000 from the Cullinan Park Conservancy for improvements at Cullinan Park.  The donation of cash and in-kind donations will help fund the second phase of improvements at the park, including site furnishings and a trailhead monument. The project...

Gingerbread: Quality Early Education in Fort Bend County

With summer in full swing, it is not too early to turn our attention to a new school year. This year, the Gingerbread Family of Learning Centers celebrated their nine year anniversary of the Gingerbread Kids’ Academy in Richmond and the 42nd anniversary of The Gingerbread House Learning Center in...

Fort Bend Rheumatology Associates: Specialized Care and Therapies in One Convenient Location

For over 17 years, founder and CEO of Fort Bend Rheumatology Associates (FBRA), J. Edward Hernandez, MD, FACR, has specialized in the treatment of autoimmune diseases that affect the muscles,bones, joints, ligaments and tendons– diseases that can cause pain, swelling, stiffness and potentially cause joint...