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Best in the West Returns to the George Ranch for its 48th Year

Best in the West Returns to the George Ranch for its 48th Year
Posted on Nov 4, 2026
It’s time to shine your boots and polish your buckles! One of Fort Bend County’s longest-running fundraising events is back offering an...
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Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital Recognized as 2026 Top Performer by Vizient

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital Recognized as 2026 Top Performer by Vizient
Posted on Nov 4, 2026
All 7 community hospitals ranked among the top 10 in respective results; Houston Methodist Hospital No. 3 in cohort for second consecutive year All...
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Houston Methodist Breast Cancer Survivor Shares Journey from Chemotherapy to Egg Freezing

Houston Methodist Breast Cancer Survivor Shares Journey from Chemotherapy to Egg Freezing
Posted on Oct 21, 2026
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, her story highlights how genetic testing helped save her life and preserve her future family plans Houston...
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What is at Stake for Fort Bend in the November 3rd Election?

What is at Stake for Fort Bend in the November 3rd Election?
Posted on Oct 21, 2026
By: William (Bill) Jameson The answer to this question is simple: everything – for now, and most importantly, for Fort Bend’s future.  As...
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To Vote or Not to Vote? That is the Question

To Vote or Not to Vote? That is the Question
Posted on Oct 14, 2026
By: Fort Bend Business Coalition Trustees and Members, David C. Johnston, Executive Director Shakespeare’s age-old query rings true today in...
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A Special Honor for The George Ranch Ahead of This Friday’s Fort Bend County Fair Parade!...

A Special Honor for The George Ranch Ahead of This Friday’s Fort Bend County Fair Parade!
Posted on Sep 23, 2026
Richmond Mayor Becky Haas recently presented The George Ranch’s Adrienne Barker and Roger Adamson with a proclamation recognizing The George...
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Judge Ken Cannata: Saved By The Bell

Judge Ken Cannata: Saved By The Bell
Posted on Sep 16, 2026
https://www.fortbendfocus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/saved-by-the-bell-4k-for-WEB.mp4 To learn more, CLICK...
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Four-Time Grammy Winner Lizzo Reads Inspirational Children’s Book to Jones Elementar...

Four-Time Grammy Winner Lizzo Reads Inspirational Children’s Book to Jones Elementary Students
Posted on Sep 16, 2026
Four-time Grammy Award winner Lizzo made a surprise appearance at the Missouri City Branch Library to read her children’s book, Lil Lizzo and...
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Fort Bend Junior Service League Announces Momentum BMW Southwest as the Valet Underwriter ...

Fort Bend Junior Service League Announces Momentum BMW Southwest as the Valet Underwriter Partner for the 25th Annual Sugar Plum Market
Posted on Sep 9, 2026
The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) is proud to announce that Momentum BMW Southwest will serve as the Valet Underwriter for the 2026 Sugar...
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Houston Methodist Prostate Cancer Survivor Turns Grim Prognosis Into Message of Hope

Houston Methodist Prostate Cancer Survivor Turns Grim Prognosis Into Message of Hope
Posted on Sep 9, 2026
September marks Prostate Cancer Awareness Month When Barry Chautin was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, he was initially told...
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Houston Methodist Physician Shares Back-to-School Heat Safety as New UIL Rules Take Effect

Houston Methodist Physician Shares Back-to-School Heat Safety as New UIL Rules Take Effect
Posted on Sep 2, 2026
As students head back to school and after-school sports practices kick into full gear amid near triple-digit temperatures across the Houston area,...
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Fort Bend ISD Names Kristopher Lynn as Chief Financial Officer

Fort Bend ISD Names Kristopher Lynn as Chief Financial Officer
Posted on Sep 2, 2026
Fort Bend ISD named Kristopher Lynn as the district’s new Chief Financial Officer. He brings more than two decades of K-12 finance, operations,...
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Fort Bend County Fair – 2026 Parade Grand Marshal – THE GEORGE RANCH

Fort Bend County Fair – 2026 Parade Grand Marshal – THE GEORGE RANCH
Posted on Aug 26, 2026
As the Fort Bend County Fair celebrates its landmark 90th Anniversary, one of the county’s most treasured institutions will lead one of its...
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Grange Partners With CAP for September Paws and Porches Home Tour

Grange Partners With CAP for September Paws and Porches Home Tour
Posted on Aug 26, 2026
House hunting gets heartwarming at Grange where 10 model homes and 10 adoptable pets will take center stage during the Paws and Porches Home Tour,...
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Racers Invited to Lace Up for the CUREageous 5K Fun Run October 24

Racers Invited to Lace Up for the CUREageous 5K Fun Run October 24
Posted on Aug 18, 2026
Runners can lace up at Cross Creek West to raise funds to help cure Inflammatory Breast Cancer during the 3rd annual CUREageous 5K Fun Run, 8 to 10...
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