Fort Bend Christian Academy Announces Appointment of Stephen Novotny as New Head of School

Fort Bend Christian Academy (FBCA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Novotny as its next Head of School, following an extensive nationwide search. Joining the school in the coming months, Stephen will bring exceptional leadership skills and decades of experience in Christian education to...

2025 LUNAR NEW YEAR Slither into fun at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center’s Year of the Snake Celebration! Saturday, Jan. 25

WHAT:  Hisssss-tory is in the making as Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center – A Very Special Project of Children’s Museum Houston, invites you to celebrate the Year of the Snake with a fang-tastic Lunar New Year event! With sss-sensational activities and dazzling performances that are sss-sure to...

Run for Office in Fort Bend County

Fort Bend County is calling for leaders to step up for the upcoming local elections. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in our community. Why it matters: Participating in local elections shapes the future of our neighborhoods, influencing decisions on education, infrastructure, and...

Lamar CISD Celebrates School Board Recognition Month 

Lamar CISD is proud to join communities across Texas in celebrating January 2025 as School Board Recognition Month. This annual observance honors the dedicated service of school board members who play a vital role in shaping the future of education. This year’s theme, “Leadership for Tomorrow’s...

Harvest Green Hosts Chili Cook-Off February 1st

Twelve local teams armed with secret recipes will go head-to-head to claim chili supremacy at the third annual East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry’s Chili Cook-Off hosted by Harvest Green on Saturday, February 1st. The fun begins at 1 pm at The Farmhouse, located at 3400 Harvest Corner Drive, where guests...

Homeless Pet Placement League Announces Third Annual Gala, The Ultimate “Tailgate” Party, January 25th, 2025

Rescue dog Maxwell and his foster mom Kimberly Williams are ready to join Homeless Pet Placement League (HPPL) Vice President Eileen Akerson at HPPL’s third annual gala.  The Ultimate “Tailgate” Party will be held on January 25th, 2025, at the Sugar Creek Country Club in Sugar Land,...

Better Together with Mayor John Whitmire

The Fort Bend Chamber will host Mayor John Whitmire for “Better Together: Houston to Fort Bend” on Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at Safari Texas Ranch – Magnolia Ballroom, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond, TX 77407. Title Sponsor for this event is TDECU. Mayor John Whitmire was sworn...

The Fort Bend Business Partnership Leads as the Voice of Business in Fort Bend County

A collaboration between the Fort Bend Economic Development Council (FBEDC) and the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce (FBCC) has led to the formation of a new initiative, The Fort Bend Business Partnership (FBBP).  The FBBP will unite members of the FBEDC and the FBCC’s Chairman’s Circle within the FBCC to...

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...

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...

Literacy Council of Fort Bend County: 11th Annual Reading between the Lines event featuring J.R. Martinez

The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County is proud to announce that J.R. Martinez will be the featured author for the 11th Annual ​Reading ​Between the​ Lines​ event to be held at Safari Texas Ranch on Friday, March 28, 2025.  Co-chaired by Zia Anklesaria and Joe Niles, the event is sponsored by...

Hitch Up Your Wagon for the 200th Anniversary George Ranch Frontier Days Saturday, November 16th

Battle re-enactments, horse drawn wagon rides, hot air balloon demonstrations and more are all happening at the 200th Anniversary George Ranch Frontier Days on Saturday, November 16th! The largest living history event of the year at The George Ranch, this year’s event has something for the entire family to...

Dhanani Private Equity Group Adds to Portfolio with Second-Largest Retail Acquisition in Company History

Dhanani Private Equity Group (DPEG), a Stafford-based developer making an indelible mark in Fort Bend, has achieved yet another significant milestone in their company’s history with a Sugar Land acquisition. The privately held company, led by Founder and Chief Executive Officer Nadyrshah “Nick”...

Fort Bend Junior Service League Announces Momentum BMW Southwest as the Valet Underwriter for the 2024 Sugar Plum Market

Fort Bend Junior Service League is excited to announce Momentum BMW Southwest as the Valet Underwriter for the 2024 Sugar Plum Market. The Sugar Plum Market is the signature fundraising event for Fort Bend Junior Service League and all proceeds raised through sponsorships, ticket sales, bar sales, etc....