Library Presents Live-Streamed History Program on Texas Revolution

Fort Bend County Libraries will present an online Texas history program on the Texas Revolution on Friday, April 23rd, from 3 to 4:30 pm. This program will be live-streamed via Webex; it will not be in person. Dr. Nicholas Cox, a professor of Texas and U.S. History at Houston Community College, will discuss...

Child Advocates of Fort Bend Announces 2021 Gala Theme

Exchange Club of Sugar Land will be the Confetti Presenting Sponsor for Child Advocates of Fort Bend’s 30th Birthday Gala Celebration on Saturday, May 8th. The Gala will celebrate the agency’s 30 years serving child victims of abuse and their families. This fun, adult event will take place at the Sugar...

34th Annual Exchange Club Spaghetti Dinner Moves Online Saturday, April 17th

The Exchange Club of Sugar Land’s 34th Annual Spaghetti Dinner will be held virtually on Saturday, April 17th at 6 pm online. Previously, the club held this event in-person every year. However, due to Covid-19 and all associated challenges, the club has chosen to hold this event virtually this...

Winners of Libraries’ Bridging Differences Photo Contest Announced

Winners of Fort Bend County Libraries’ amateur photo contest, Bridging Differences, were announced on Monday, February 1st. All of the entries will be on display in a virtual gallery on the Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us) throughout March. Amateur photographers of all...

Teen’s Huddle Together to Build Autism Awareness, Acceptance and Support

A group of about 25 teen volunteers makeup Hope For Three’s Teen Huddle program with a mission to, “increase autism awareness and acceptance among teens.” Traditionally, they provide two bi-monthly programs to local families, Parents Time Out and Sibling Sessions. These programs offer a well-deserved...

Winners of Libraries’ Bridging Differences Photo Contest Announced

Winners of Fort Bend County Libraries’ amateur photo contest, Bridging Differences, were announced on Monday, February 1st. All of the entries will be on display in a virtual gallery on the Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us) throughout March. Amateur photographers of all...

Libraries Present Online Local History Programs for Texas History Month In March

In recognition of Texas History Month, Fort Bend County Libraries’ Local History and Genealogy Department will present two online programs in March for local history buffs. On Monday, March 15th, Carol Beauchamp will present “The Story of the Runaway Scrape.” After word of the fall of the Alamo reached...

Fort Bend Education Foundation 18th Annual Zuhnë Education Expedition a Recommended Ride

Grab your cycling gear and join the 18th Annual Zuhnë Education Expedition Bike Ride! On Saturday, March 27th, the Fort Bend Education Foundation will host its 18th annual bike ride. Whether you are training or just wanting a great day with friends, this is the ride for you. Riders take off at 7:30 am from...

Receives $236,500 for Housing

CommunityBank of Texas, N.A. and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) have awarded a $236,500 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) subsidy to Fort Bend Women’s Center (FBWC) for a $3.8 million expansion of its longer-stay housing community. FBWC helps survivors of domestic violence and sexual...

Fort Bend Chamber Adds Two Valuable Programs for Members

Companies are only as successful as their ability to attract a viable workforce. Although employees may be drawn to the company’s reputation, recruiting and retaining an impactful team predicts future success. One way to accomplish this is to offer a robust benefits package to employees. However, benefits...

City Council Accepts Donation for Plaza Development and Patio Improvements

Sugar Land City Council accepted donations totaling $118,856.66 for the development of the Eagle Plaza at Sugar Land Memorial Park and outdoor patio improvements at the T.E. Harman Center. The donations came from the Sugar Land Legacy Foundation, a 501(c)3 that works with those interested in making donations...

Fort Bend Christian Academy Hosts Boots, Blues and BBQ Featuring Keb’ Mo’

Fort Bend Christian Academy (FBCA) will be hosting Boots, Blues & BBQ on February 20th. FBCA invites the community to gather at Constellation Field, Home of the Sugar Land Skeeters, for a fun evening out. This special evening will include a live performance by Grammy Award Winner of Best Americana Album...

The Search Is On! Need Volunteers For Your Organization?

The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) is now accepting applications from local qualifying 501c3 organizations to be considered as a Core Placement for their 2021-2023 league years. The process occurs every two years. Fort Bend Junior Service League serves Fort Bend County and its people through...

Municipal Court Administrators Earn Certification; Beverly Wins Award

The Texas Court Clerks Association (TCCA) has selected Sugar Land Municipal Court Administrator Kendra Beverly as the recipient of the 2020 Distinguished Service Award. Additionally, the National Center for State Courts’ Institute for Court Management (ICM) certified Beverly and Deputy Court Administrator...

Fort Bend County Clerk Announces Keepsake Marriage Certificate

County Clerk Laura Richard is pleased to make available a new way to commemorate your memorable life event.  Just in time for Valentine’s Day or any special day of the year, the new “Certificate of Marriage” certifies that a couple’s marriage license is legally filed with the Fort Bend County...