Top 10 Things I Absolutely Will Not Do

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher After spending nearly six decades on this planet, there are just some things I absolutely will not do.  There’s a lot of “been there, done that,” and frankly, I’m just not having it.  And, at this point, there’s really no use trying to change my mind.  It’s...

Fort Bend County Fair Hosts Military Appreciation Day

The Fort Bend County Fair is proud to host Military Appreciation Day on Friday, October 3, 2025 – a heartfelt celebration dedicated to honoring the courageous men and women of the United States Armed Forces. This special day recognizes active-duty military personnel, veterans and their...

Lamar CISD Board of Trustees Call for a November 2025 Bond Election

During the August 12, 2025 Special Called Board Meeting, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees called for a bond election to be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The bond package, totaling $1.99 billion, is primarily designed to fund new school facilities to address projected enrollment growth within the...

Where There’s Smoke…

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher Real life text between Mr. Kaminski and I Tuesday night. Him: “On my way home.  Do you need anything?” This type of inquiry is critically important these days with our relocation to what Mr. Kaminski lovingly refers to as “Green Acres.”  The closest grocery...

Johnson Development Strikes Right Chord to Convey Community Vision

While visuals often paint the picture of a community, Johnson Development is tapping into another powerful sense to bring its neighborhoods to life: sound.  The award-winning developer has launched a series of Spotify playlists that capture the unique spirit of each of its communities — offering a new way...

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Emergency Department Recognized for Excellence

Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award Recipients Announced Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s emergency department has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award, which recognizes leadership, practice, education and advocacy that resulted in improved...