City of Richmond, Texas Earns “Cutest Christmas Towns” Honors

The City of Richmond, Texas, has officially been recognized by Southern Living Magazine as one of the South’s “Cutest Christmas Towns” for 2024. This prestigious accolade highlights Richmond’s unique blend of holiday charm, festive spirit and community warmth, making it a must-visit...

Domestic Bliss?

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher Much like the culinary arts, domesticity has always eluded me.  Just so we’re clear, it is not my fault.  I was raised by a mother who worked outside of the home always, and in her infinite wisdom, procured people to take care of the house, the child, the yard, the...

Ho, Ho Hiding

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher I finally did it.  After years of threats – and promises – I’ve now acted on said promise. Or shall I say, acted up?  That’s a valid argument truth be told, but either way, I did it.  I ran away from home. I fully understand that my actions have consequences...

Locked and Loaded

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher It was bound to happen.  It was the inevitable next step in the holiday hustle.  So, I’m not really certain why it was such a shock? You know what they say about the best laid plans.  Well, I had a solid plan in place.  I was in the process of implementing said plan...

Sugar Land Musician Signs with Rick Rubin’s Publishing Company and Releases Debut Single “California Blues”

Sugar Land’s Alex Amen is on the verge of an exciting breakthrough in his music career. He recently signed a publishing deal with American Records, led by the legendary producer Rick Rubin. American Records welcomed Amen to their roster of songwriters, impressed by the songs he crafted for his...

FBISD Board Approves Names of New Campuses

The names of new FBISD campuses were approved at the district’s November business meeting with plans for one of the schools to bear the name of a legendary high school coach who recently passed away. The newly constructed campus for Blue Ridge-Briargate Elementary School will be named after George Bush...