Posted on Jun 29, 2021 in
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FORT BEND STRONG
Every May, our country celebrates Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month. America would not be America, Texas would not be Texas and Fort Bend would not be Fort Bend without the contributions and heroism of our Asian American neighbors. They are the fastest growing ethnic group in the most ethnically...
Posted on May 30, 2021 in
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Have you ever heard phrases like “Check your SIX,” or “I’ve got your SIX?” At first blush, they sound like the start of a childhood prank like “XYZPDQ” (Examine Your Zipper Pretty Darn Quick). You look down, and the prankster taps you in the face for being a fool.
These are actually...
Posted on Mar 28, 2021 in
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There are no greater examples of Fort Bend Strong than when Mother Nature strikes with a force beyond experience and comprehension. We get hit by hurricanes. Usually they roar in, hit us and leave in 24 hours. Hurricane Ike did just that. On September 13th, 2008, Ike hit us with brutal fury. Ike came...
Posted on Feb 26, 2021 in
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Howdy, y’all! Welcome to a new, regular column in the absolutely! focus media family of magazines. We’re calling it Fort Bend Strong. Our intent is to point out why Fort Bend County is the greatest place in the United States to raise a family, start a business, and chase your American Dream. That’s...
Posted on Jul 31, 2016 in
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By Joan Frances –
Fort Bend County is privileged to have residents who take time out of their busy lives to invest in helping to make the world a better place to live. Great minds combine forces to assist the less fortunate and improve their quality of life. These difference makers spend countless...
Posted on Jul 31, 2016 in
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Alex Belt is a mom, business owner and all around in the know kind of gal. Friends call on her relentlessly for advice on how to plan a party and what trend is “in.” With back-to-school season just around the corner, we’re doing what everyone else does – asking Alex!
Q. Homework time is so...
Posted on May 31, 2016 in
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Hurricane season has arrived, and there has already been an outbreak of flooding across the Houston area. Are you ready for this or some other disaster?
As a single mother, it is up to me to keep my children safe when any disaster happens. Here are a few questions about disaster preparation that friends have...
Posted on Apr 30, 2016 in
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From consumers to boutique owners, many people have asked me what it takes to stock a gift boutique and how to find new and up-and-coming items. Here are a few questions I am often asked, along with a glimpse into my experience at market!
Q. Where do you and other boutique owners find what you are going to...
Posted on Apr 30, 2016 in
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By Joan Frances –
Children are the future of this world. For some of these children, life can be arduous. They can be easily swayed into trying drugs or committing crimes. Juveniles who file through the court system need guidance in order to get back on track. They need someone who will mentor them and...
Posted on Feb 29, 2016 in
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Kids’ Corner | By Patrick Biron –
With all of the headlines focused on “affluenza,” it is important for all parents and caregivers to consider what might lead to such circumstances. Their legal defense that the child’s upbringing was “too affluent” for the youth to be held accountable...
Posted on Jan 31, 2016 in
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By Joan Frances –
We all begin life the same way. What happens after birth molds us into who we become and how we live our lives. Some of us are members of a happy family who love, share, support and believe in one another. Others are not so fortunate. These children are born into situations that can...
Posted on Jan 31, 2016 in
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One of the most anticipated Fort Bend fundraisers of the year, the 4th
Annual Reading Between the Wines benefiting the Literacy Council of Fort Bend County, returns to Richmond’s Safari Texas Ranch on Friday, April 1st at 6:30 pm.
Presented by The Fred and Mabel R. Parks Foundation, this year’s Reading...
Posted on Jan 31, 2016 in
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By T. Aaron Dobbs and Kelley M. Bentley –
Although you may have a Last Will and Testament, your estate plan may not yet be complete. Often, clients do not realize that some of their assets may not pass according to the terms set forth in their will.
Your estate’s assets can be divided into two broad...