Hometown Heroes: Jill Curtis

By Joan Frances – One of the most selfless acts of giving to another human being is to be a volunteer. For 29 years, Jill Curtis has devoted her free time to helping others, and she continues to help the less fortunate in Fort Bend County and beyond. Curtis met her husband, Sandy, when she was 13...

Hometown Heroes: Robert Pedraza

By Joan Frances – Volunteering has always been a family commitment for Robert Pedraza. Ever since he was a boy, he enjoyed watching his parents set an example and never gave it a second thought. He has always been a public servant and continues to give his time to benefit Fort Bend County. For the past...

Hometown Heroes: Mary Favre

By Joan Frances – There are residents in Fort Bend County who have magnetic qualities that draw people to them. They are modest, positive and generous with their time, committed and engaged in contributing to the community. Our Hometown Hero fit this description and much more: meet Mary Favre. Favre...

Hometown Heroes: Guadalupe Hernandez

By Joan Frances – Not everyone is born to serve their country; it is a calling. There is a strength, unwavering and committed, to every military veteran maintaining the essential respect and compassion for their fellow man. Guadalupe Hernandez has lived a military life filled with tragedy and triumphs....

Hometown Heroes: Christine Mitchell

By Joan Frances – When Christine Mitchell talks about volunteering, she refers to her works as, we, and us and family, as they have been a part of her life. She has been a public servant throughout her career and continues to bring joy and contentment to the senior residents of Fort Bend...

Hometown Heroes: Xavier Herrera

By Joan Frances – Some people may say that 50+ hours a week of work and volunteering for the community is extreme. But not for Xavier Herrera. His commitment is vene-rable, Herrera said, “Public service was instilled in me at an early age. I was raised that we all had an obligation not only to our...

Hometown Heroes: Diane Moline

By Joan Frances – Volunteers who work tirelessly and modestly donating their time to help families and the less fortunate in the area are vitally important to the welfare of Fort Bend County. One volunteer who has always been community minded and lives a Christ-centered life of service that brings...

Hometown Heroes: Audrey Adams

By Joan Frances – Founded on June 14th, 1775, the United States Armed Forces are committed to protecting America’s freedom at home and abroad. For many years, the military was taken for granted, returning veterans were ignored and not adequately compensated for the grueling memories of war. One...

Hometown Heroes:

By Joan Frances – Generous, altruistic, compassionate – three words that personify a volunteer. People who spend countless hours giving their time and talents to those in need in their community. Humble volunteers who seek no recognition and fight for the little guy. This month’s Hometown Hero fits...

Hometown Heroes: Amy Lary

By Joan Frances – Fort Bend County is blessed to have so many citizens who volunteer their time to help other individuals. The reason for giving of their precious time can vary, but the core of their generosity is in their heart. Amy Lary is one of those people who takes her commitment one step...

Hometown Heroes: Sue Lang

By Joan Frances – Fort Bend is one of the most diversified counties in the state where many conscientious individuals continually seek out ways to improve the quality of life for everyone. Originated in 1974 by community leaders, Fort Bend Seniors is one of the oldest non-profit organizations in the area....

Hometown Heroes: Anika Patel

By Joan Frances – The definition of a hero is, “A person who, in the opinion of others, has special achievements, abilities or personal qualities and is regarded as a role model.” A hero can be any gender, any nationality and any age. Only a freshman in the Math and Science Academy at Dulles High...

Hometown Heroes: Barbara Jones

By Joan Frances – Fort Bend County is fortunate to have many successful businesses in the area. Companies pay it forward by offering employees opportunities for volunteering to help the less fortunate in the community. Fluor, a Fortune 500 company located in Sugar Land, is a global engineering,...

Hometown Heroes: Lesleigh and Josh Morton

By Joan Frances – The Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS) at Sugar Land is dedicated to educating the community with a treasure trove of amazing science exhibits. The building that hosts these breathtaking exhibits was once the Main Unit of the Central State Prison Farm and is featured on the...

Hometown Heroes: Aniece A. James

By Joan Frances – Fort Bend County is home to generous and giving residents. When misfortune occurs, people step up to help one another. Sometimes help is in the form of volunteering to make a difference in the lives of the less fortunate. Founded on February 1st, 1992, Fort Bend Habitat for Humanity...

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