On November 5, 2011, the Animal Services Agencies of Fort Bend County held the first countywide pet adoption event. The event was an overwhelming success: all 62 dogs and 28 of the cats found loving homes. The event would not have been possible without the hard work from the staff of Animal Services Agencies of Sugar Land, Rosenberg, Missouri City, Stafford and Fort Bend County. (more…)

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Blessed Be, Hope for Three, a non-profit that focuses on raising community awareness and providing educational and financial support to families with children diagnosed with autism and related disorders, is pleased to have been chosen as one of four charitable organizations that will benefit from the 2012 Golf for Greater Houston (GFGH) tournament.  The event will be held on March 26 at the Sweetwater Country Club in Sugar Land. (more…)

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More than 200 participants ran and walked in support of Sugar Grove Christian School’s 3^rd Annual Making a Difference Fun Run/Walk. Photo taken by K-P-Photos.com.

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A slight chill in the air proved the perfect setting for hundreds who turned out for Missouri City’s annual Snowfest celebration at the City Hall complex on Texas Parkway Dec. 9. Participants enjoyed the lighting of a 26-foot holiday tree that also featured a fireworks display over City Hall, rides down the giant Snow Hill, pictures with Santa, carolers and lots of good food. Residents also pitched in to donate unwrapped toys to Santa’s Exchange, a Fort Bend County nonprofit that assists families in need. On Saturday, Dec. 10, the annual Snowfest Parade delighted crowds lining the roadway on Cartwright Road. The two-mile procession featured dancers, high school bands, floats and trailers decked out for the holidays, with Santa making a special appearance at the end of the parade.

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Join the Sugar Land Methodist family as it embarks on another action-packed summer.  Your child will not only be safely entertained, but he or she will find new friends and learn about God’s love while attending the following activities.  Sugar Land Methodist is located at 431 Eldridge Road.   For more information on any of these programs, visit the church website at sugarlandmethodist.org or call the Director of Children’s Ministry, Dena Lee at 281-634-8957. (more…)

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The “Show Me City” recognized Hightower High School’s football team, the Hurricanes,
for reaching the Class 5A Division I Finals at the City Council meeting held on Tues., Jan. 17. Following a winning regular season, Southlake Carroll came from behind three times to edge Hightower 36-29 in the Class 5A Division I state championship game played in front of nearly 43,000 at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington on Dec. 17. (more…)

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At a recent presentation at the Fort Bend YMCA, it was announced that the YMCA would be a recipient of a $25,000 grant for the YMCA’s After School and Outreach Health Enhancement program. During the presentation, Maria Mendez, Mid-America West Regional Director for Aetna, presented YMCA Group Executive Director, Eric Schenkelberg, with a check for $25,000. “Aetna is proud to be supporting the YMCA in their endeavors to make this community’s youth healthier”, stated Maria Mendez of Aetna. (more…)

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After dozens of community meetings, workshops and final approval of the Imperial redevelopment project by Sugar Land City Council, the master-planned community’s General Manager says now is the time to move forward and “create a community gathering place we can all be proud of.”

Shay Shafie’s comments come the day after the Sugar Land City Council completed its final review of the Planned Development zoning ordinance required for the 690-acre project on Highway 6 and Highway 90A           (more…)

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ABC Home & Commercial Services, Houston’s premier pest control firm, has been officially named the Presenting Sponsor for the 2012 Inaugural Season of the Sugar Land Skeeters minor league baseball team. As part of the agreement the Skeeters will be granted amnesty from ABC’s mosquito control program.

“To have the area’s leading pest control company grant amnesty for Skeeters and Skeeters’ fans is a giant step,” said Matt O’Brien, President of the Skeeters. “Much to the relief of our mascots, Swatson and Moe, they and the rest of the team will be protected in Sugar Land for years to come.” (more…)

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The Sugar Land Skeeters have announced that they have signed former Atlantic League MVP Josh Pressley as the organization’s first player. Pressley comes to the Skeeters from the Five-Time Atlantic League Champion Somerset Patriots (N.J.).

“We’re excited to have a player of Pressley’s caliber”, said Gary Gaetti, Manager of the Sugar Land Skeeters. “Josh with his experience and leadership is the kind of guy that we are looking to build our organization around. He brings a strong bat to the middle of our lineup, which we’re glad to have, and I think the fans are really going to like him.” (more…)

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More than 300 dads and daughters enjoyed a memorable event on Sat., Feb. 11, at Missouri City’s 16th annual Dad & Daughter Dance. The theme for this year’s event was “Princess Ball” and the lovely ladies were treated to an evening fit for a princess, including dinner, dancing and a ride in a horse-drawn, lighted carriage that came with blankets to ward off the evening chill. The pre-Valentine’s Day evening of fun was a special opportunity for the girls to spend a night out with dad. Most dads said the evening was a magical moment that will last a lifetime.

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Classic Chevrolet Sugar Land and the Fort Bend County Women’s Center want to know, “Are you ready to ‘See the USA in Your Classic Chevrolet’ at the Women’s Center’s annual 50’s and 60’s bash, Boogie 2012”? Tickets are available online at www.fortbendwomenscenter.org or by calling the Women’s Center’s office at 281-344-5750. This year’s event will be held at the Stafford Centre on Saturday, March 31, from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. (more…)

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Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen and City Council Members were on hand Dec. 6 to help Doris Johnson celebrate a major milestone – her 100^th birthday! The Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels held a party in her honor at the Stafford Congregate Center. Ms. Johnson was born on Dec. 6, 1911 on a farm near Grinnell, Iowa and later moved to another farm near Swan, Iowa, with her eight siblings. She married in 1939 and had a daughter on Dec. 7, 1942. She later worked for Farm Bureau Insurance and retired after 25 years. In 2006, Ms. Johnson relocated to Missouri City. She has three grandsons and seven great grandchildren and attends the Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels at the Stafford Congregate Center each weekday.

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A delegation from the Continuing Education College for Teachers visited Clements High School on December 7, as part of an educational tour of area schools.  The college is part of Xi’an University of Arts and Science in Shaanxi, China. (more…)

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On May 9^th, two cadets from the Clements High School Navy  JROTC program paid a visit to Don Kerstetter,  owner of Classic Chevrolet in SugarLand.

Cadet Lieutenant Commander  Christopher Mann and Executive Officer  Ed Alexander presented an award as a token of thanks and appreciation to Mr. Kerstetter and his dealership for a donation made earlier in the school year to the Clements NJROTC Unit.  Clements cadets are very active in the community providing manpower for numerous charities including the Alzheimer Association and  The Fort Bend Education Foundation.

Featured in the picture are left to right: Ed Alexander, Don Kerstetter, Christopher Mann

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After years of planning and preparation, residents, city officials and staff and tree trail sponsors officially celebrated the grand opening of Missouri City’s first Edible Tree Trail last week, and the first of its kind in the area. (more…)

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Pigtails and piles of dirt.

That was the scene recently at Missouri City’s Buffalo Run Park, where a local Girl Scout group helped rebuild a special garden—a habitat garden for butterflies.

Girl Scout Brownie Troop 19274 planted flowers and shrubs on Saturday, March 31, to restore the Butterfly Garden left dry from last year’s drought.

The 12 girls, ages 8 and 9, spent much of their morning at the garden, replenishing the vegetation and their friendly bond. (more…)

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Eclipse Soccer Club is now accepting registrations for its Fall 2012 recreational season.  Signing up your child for soccer has never been easier:  just go to www.EclipseSoccerClub.com and click on the “Register” link at the top right-hand corner of the home page.

Boys and girls ages 4-18 (as of July 31, 2012) are eligible to play.  No prior experience is necessary, and players of all skill levels are welcome! (more…)

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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department stocked Eldridge Lake with 500 rainbow trout on Feb. 1, adding to the bass, catfish and perch fingerlings that have been stocked in the past.  Trout are a cold-water fish that thrive when temperatures drop.

Sugar Land residents are welcome to fish the lake; however, all state fishing regulations apply – check www.tpwd.state.tx.us for up-to-date information. (more…)

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Ellen Kendall joins First Colony Mall as the new marketing manager for the property. Ms. Kendall brings more than 15 years of experience to the position, including serving as marketing manager for a 1.5-million square foot super-regional mall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

“We are pleased to bring Ellen on board as marketing manager for the shopping center. Her background includes not only experience handling marketing for a shopping center, but also tourism, event planning and involvement in the community, so she is an ideal fit for First Colony Mall,” says Donna Molho, general manager for the shopping center. (more…)

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Early numbers show a dramatic increase in residential recycling after Sugar Land rolled out an enhanced program late last year.
More than 26 percent of waste has been diverted from landfills since the program’s implementation in December — a 160 percent increase over the old program.  In December alone, City residents recycled more than 850 tons of materials, including 388 tons of green waste.

Sugar Land’s curbside recycling program was expanded to include all colors of glass bottles and jars. The addition of a green waste program ensures all green waste — grass clippings, leaves, brush, tree limbs, etc. — will be taken to a composting facility and recycled into mulch or compost rather than sent to a landfill. (more…)

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Bike the Bend 2011 was a complete success!  With a total of 578 riders, Bike the Bend raised over $27,000 for the Literacy Council of Fort Bend County.  (more…)

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Nina Schaefer was elected to the Texana Board of Trustees in October, 2011 and will represent Fort Bend County.  She is the proud sister of a client of Texana who has intellectual disabilities.  She has served on the board of Richmond State Supported Living Center Volunteer Services Council for a number of years.  Additionally, she has served on boards for many non-profit organizations, in her church, and has been active in community service organizations for many years.  Ms Schaefer graduated from Houston Baptist University with honors in two majors, English and Political Science.  She then graduated from South Texas College of Law and has been practicing law in Ft. Bend County for over 25 years.   Dianne Wilson, Texana Board of Trustees Chair said “Nina will be a great addition to the board and we are all looking forward to having her insight and working with her.”

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The Exchange Club of Sugar Land recently honored Wesley Yu who is a senior at Kempner High School as Youth of the Month.   Wesley contributes his strong foundation to his parents.  He is an excellent student who excels in academics and has a passion for volunteering.  He believes that hard work and giving back to the community will help him succeed in his life.  Wesley enjoys many community projects but his favorite is helping out at the Exchange Club annual Spaghetti event.  Congratulations Wesley as Exchange Club of SL Youth of the Month. (more…)

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The Fort Bend Medical Society Alliance hosted its “Red Ties & Rubies” WATCH Preview Party on February 3 that welcomed business and communty members for an evening of entertainment and networking to help spread awareness of the roles the Alliance and Fort Bend ISD School Health Advisory Committee play in promoting WATCH Week.

Held annually in March, WATCH Week is devoted to teaching students about the five risk factors (Weight, Activity, Tobacco, Cholesterol and High Blood Pressure) for heart attacks and strokes. The Fort Bend Medical Society Alliance has partnered with FBISD for the past 10 years in promoting the campaign throughout FBISD schools. (more…)

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Fort Bend ISD had several students win medals at the UIL Track & Field State Meet in Austin.  Twenty-nine athletes representing 10 of our high schools competed in the annual event, and twelve made a trip to the podium for earning first, second or third place in their respective events.

“I am very proud of all of the athletes and how they competed and represented our District at the competition,” said Philip O’Neal, Athletic Director.

Following are the FBISD top athletes in the state: (more…)

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To help increase awareness of the need to address issues affecting our nation’s homeless veterans, Fort Bend ISD’s Senior Leadership Cohort students conducted an outreach project that involved education and community service.

“According to the DeBakey VA Medical Center, 28 percent of the adult homeless population has served our country in the Armed Forces,” said Betty Ann Williams, Senior Leadership Cohort Sponsor. “Unfortunately, this group is often overlooked, even though their needs are great. Many of these brave men and women don’t even possess the basic essentials they need to get through the day.” (more…)

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FORT BEND ISD – Fort Bend ISD’s Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) members will take part in the Second Annual Darling Dash Memorial 5K Run and 1K Family Run/Walk on Sunday, February 26, from 8:00am to 10:00am, at Sweetwater Country Club (4400 Palm Royale Blvd., Sugar Land). SHAC members will form a team to walk and run in the race and serve as volunteers to help recruit participants.

Runners and walkers of ALL levels are welcome to participate in the Darling Dash. Registration completed online or postmarked by February 15 is $25 for adults (13 years and older) and $10 for youth (12 and younger). The registration fee after February 15 until race day is $30 adult and $15 youth. Post race refreshments will be provided. Awards will be presented to the top two male and female overall time; and to the top three male and female runners in six age categories: 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60-plus. The fundraiser event will benefit the “As One Foundation.” (more…)

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The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) and The Fred & Mabel R. Parks Youth Ranch held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, December 3^rd, 2011 dedicating the new recreation center made possible by the 2011 FBJSL Charity Ball’s proceeds. Parks Youth Ranch was established to address an identified gap in services for abused, at risk and homeless youth in Fort Bend County. In February 2011 the 90-day emergency youth shelter and counseling center opened and is serving youth between the ages of 13 to 17 years of age. The ranch houses three facilities: The George Counseling Center, a temporary shelter and a new recreation center. Referrals come from Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, Juvenile Probation or the community. (more…)

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Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) proudly accepted a check from William B. Travis High School athletic trainers in the amount of $800. The League will use the donation from Travis High School and that of other partnering organizations, including Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, to further the community’s fight against breast cancer. FBJSL is working with the American Cancer Society in an ongoing, collaborative effort to provide financial support for programs and services designed to improve quality of life, provide access to early detection and treatment, and diminish suffering for Fort Bend County breast cancer patients. (more…)

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Diamonds, diamonds, diamonds! Come experience the glamour and glitter of the Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) 2012 Charity Ball and Casino ~ “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend,” on Saturday, March 3, 2012, at the Sugar Land Marriott Town Square. This elegant gala, presented by Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, will be an unforgettable evening enhanced by a sumptuous dinner, sensational music and dancing to Password, casino games, a fabulous live auction, as well as a bid board and silent auction. (more…)

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The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL), along with Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, will present the 2012 FBJSL Charity Ball and Casino ~ “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend,” on Saturday, March 3, 2012, at the Sugar Land Marriott Town Square.  Proceeds from the event will benefit Lunches of Love and the FBJSL Community Assistance Fund.

FBJSL is pleased to announce that the musical group Password will be performing at this year’s Ball. Password is a local group that formed in mid-2000 and is comprised of a rare blend of experienced and talented musicians who adapt and play in almost every style of music from smooth jazz, soft favorites, disco, R&B, top 40, Latin and country.  Be prepared to dance the night away as they belt out hits from the nostalgic 70’s to the latest chart toppers.  Guests will experience an unforgettable evening complete with dancing, dinner, casino games and a fabulous live auction, as well as a bid board and silent auction.        (more…)

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The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) was pleased to present a $1,000 Community Assistance Fund (CAF) Grant to Shape Up Sugar Land, which will be used to help bring the documentary “Health Needs a Hero” to the community.  This film focuses on the epidemic of childhood health issues and delivers a powerful message through the hearts of children and key stakeholders about the need for physical fitness, proper nutrition and support to overcome this major health concern. (more…)

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The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) was pleased to award $2,500 Community Assistance Fund (CAF) Grants to Crisis Intervention of Houston, Inc., and Fort Bend Lawyers Care.

Crisis Intervention of Houston, Inc., (CIH) has served more than 2 million people in crisis. Through a collaborative effort, Crisis Intervention of Houston provides residents of Fort Bend County a hotline specific to middle and high school students in the Fort Bend county area and also provides crisis response to those students.  FBJSL funding will be utilized for Suicide Prevention Training for teachers, school administrators, counselors and interested adults and will enable CIH to implement a much needed Survivors of Suicide support group. (more…)

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The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) was pleased to present a $5,000 Community Assistance Fund (CAF) grant to Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas, which will be used to support its educational programs in Fort Bend County.  These funds will be used to educate and inspire young women through two Women’s Leadership Conferences. (more…)

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To celebrate another successful Sugar Plum Market and to recognize its sponsors, the Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL), together with 2011 Sugar Plum Market title sponsor, Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, will host an Encore Party in December at Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. During the party, the total Market proceeds and beneficiaries will be announced.  (more…)

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The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) continues to improve Fort Bend County by providing trained and effective volunteers to worthy charitable organizations through their volunteer and fundraising efforts. As a leading organization in Fort Bend County, FBJSL impacts the community with over 300 dedicated volunteers who will collectively donate more than 20,000 hours of service this year. Proceeds from various events and fundraisers have made it possible for FBJSL to raise more than $2 million for worthy charities in the Fort Bend community since its inception in 2001. “It is so rewarding to see how our members impact our community on a daily basis through their numerous and varied service efforts. Additionally, with the success of the 2011 Sugar Plum Market and the upcoming 2012 Charity Ball, we are so proud that FBJSL has reached and will surpass a significant milestone of having raised over $2 million for numerous agencies in our community”, said FBJSL President Catherine Kubala. (more…)

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The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) is excited to offer two scholarship programs to assist women in Fort Bend County who desire to further their education. (more…)

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The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) is offering two scholarship programs to assist women in Fort Bend County who desire to further their education.

The FBJSL Volunteer Scholarship  – The FBJSL Volunteer Scholarship applicant must be an outstanding Fort Bend female high school senior who has completed at least 100 hours of high school community service, has a minimum GPA of 2.5 and desires to pursue higher education in the 2012-2013 school year. (more…)

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“Tis the Season for Giving” and helping others and in that spirit the Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) is hard at work planning the 2012 FBJSL Charity Ball and Casino ~ Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend,” presented by Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital.  Proceeds from the event will benefit Lunches of Love and the FBJSL Community Assistance Fund (CAF).  Lunches of Love is a community outreach program committed to helping end childhood hunger in Richmond-Rosenberg by providing a free nutritious sack lunch during extended school holidays, including the Christmas break, spring break, and summer.  As the holiday season continues for the children, consider supporting this great program and your community.      (more…)

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Get ready to experience the glitter and glamour of the Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) 2012 Charity Ball and Casino ~ “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend,” on Saturday, March 3, 2012, at the Sugar Land Marriott Town Square. This elegant gala, presented by Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, will be an unforgettable evening enhanced by a sumptuous dinner, sensational music and dancing to Password, casino games, a fabulous live auction, as well as a bid board and silent auction. Proceeds from the event will benefit Lunches of Love and the FBJSL Community Assistance Fund (CAF).

There will be a glittering menu of packages that will surely score a home run!  Here is just a very small taste of the live auction packages you can expect to see: (more…)

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Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) has begun its membership drive for the 2012 – 2013 League year.  Provisional membership is available to women ages 23 and older.  Women interested in learning more about the League are encouraged to attend our annual Bring-A- Friend social at PF Chang’s in Sugar Land on Thursday, May 24th at 6:00 p.m. Two informational meetings will also be held on July 12th and August 7th at a location to be announced.

Along with events such as Charity Ball and Sugar Plum Market, FBJSL members will have the opportunity to provide direct service to the following agencies: Child Advocates of Fort Bend, East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry, Fort Bend Community Partners Rainbow Room, Fort Bend County Women’s Center, Fort Bend Seniors, Houston Museum of Natural Science-Sugar Land, Literacy Council of Fort Bend County, Lunches of Love, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land and Fort Bend Teen Service League (FBTSL), a mentoring project of FBJSL. (more…)

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Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) proudly accepted a check from the David Crockett Middle School and Sugar Land Middle School Girls Volleyball teams in the amount of $616, representing the results of the two teams’ fundraising campaign called “VolleyPink Project” to support breast cancer awareness month in October. The League will use the donation from Crocket MS and Sugar Land MS and that of other partnering organizations, including Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, to further the community’s fight against breast cancer. FBJSL is working with the American Cancer Society in an ongoing, collaborative effort to provide financial support for programs and services designed to improve quality of life, provide access to early detection and treatment, and diminish suffering for Fort Bend County breast cancer patients. (more…)

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Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) and Methodist Sugar Land Hospital (MSLH) proudly accepted a check from the Sports Medicine Group of Kempner High School in the amount of $700, representing the results of a weeklong project raising funds to support breast cancer awareness during the month of October. The League will use the donation from Kempner High School to further the community’s fight against breast cancer. FBJSL is working with the American Cancer Society in an ongoing, collaborative effort to provide financial support for programs and services designed to improve quality of life, provide access to early detection and treatment, and diminish suffering for Fort Bend county breast cancer patients. (more…)

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Congratulations to Romy Landeck and Simone Manuel for competing at AT&T Winter Nationals in Atlanta, GA on December 1st - December 3rd.  

Romy finaled in the 200m Breast and finished 22nd overall with a time of 2:35.44.  Simone finaled in the 100m Free and finished 18th overall with a time of 56.54.  Simone also set a new FCST and Gulf record in her 50m free swim-off with a time of 25.91. For more information on FCST please visit our website at www.swimfcst.com/swim

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Congratulations to the 23 swimmers who competed at the Texas Age Group Swimming state meet (TAGS) in The Woodlands on March 9th-12th. The meet was fast and FCST swimmers stepped up to the challenge and had some great racing over the four day meet.

Congratulations to Chris Yeager for achieving his first USA Swimming Sectional time by swimming to a 9th place finish in the 13-14 1000 Free with a time of 9:56.07. Chris’ 1000 Free, as well as his 1650 Free which he placed 8th overall were new USA Swimming AAAA times. In addition, Chris placed 16th in the 500 Free and had 100% best times at the meet. (more…)

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FCST Senior Swimmers Compete at Austin Grand Prix : Congratulations to the 12 swimmers who competed at the Austin Grand Prix meet on January 12th-15th.  Senior swimmers saw huge success in the pool after coming home from an intense week of training at the Olympic Training Center over the holiday break. (more…)

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Congratulations to the 37 Senior swimmers who traveled to Texas A&M to compete at Gulf Senior Champs on December 2nd – 4th. 

Kaitlyn Swinney qualified for Winter Junior Nationals for the first time with her 400 IM time of 4:57.08L.  This time also qualifies her for Short Course Nationals.  Additionally, Kaitlyn achieved two new NCSA Junior National times in the 200 Back and 200 IM respectively.  Teammate Corey Duke made his first NCSA Junior National time when he swam to a 16:31.92L in the 1500 Free.  Not to be outdone, Kyle Yu broke the FCST team records in the Boys 15-19/Open 200 IM with a time of 2:11.40L.  Kyle also broke the meet record in the Men’s 100 Breast with a time of 1:05.20L.  Breaking the Boys 15-18/Open 400 Medley Relay with a time of 3:58.51L were Daniel Graviss, Kyle Yu, Clement Dulac, and Brett Pinfold.  (more…)

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In recognition of the City’s excellent fiscal practices and policies, the Missouri City Finance Department has earned two new honors.

The gold Leadership Circle Award from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts salutes the City’s “transparency in financial, audit and budget reporting to residents,” said Finance Director Wes Vela. “We value financial accountability and an important service we provide to citizens is the online posting of the annual budget, annual financial report and check register.” The City Budget features key services and programs; the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report highlights details on the City’s financial condition and the Check Register shows how City funds are spent. (more…)

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Special, longer hours set for Saturday, December 10 through Saturday, December 24

To accommodate holiday shoppers, First Colony Mall announces longer hours* for the busy weeks before the Christmas holiday. The shopping center is closed on Sunday, December 25. (more…)

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Exciting offers and retailer savings add a dash of cheer and a pinch of joy to keep the shopping season bright

First Colony Mall is primed and ready to deliver holiday cheer and merriment this season as it transforms into a holiday hotspot with festive décor, fun-filled activities and rewarding deals. With this year’s season in sight, shoppers can expect offers to make First Colony Mall a destination that is sure to make it truly “the most wonderful time of the year” – no matter how daunting a gift list appears. (more…)

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Wondering what to give mom that shows just how much she’s appreciated? This Mother’s Day, First Colony Mall shares fabulous finds and ideas from Steve Kemble, America’s Sassiest Lifestyle Guru, to help put those worries to rest. In addition, as a special bonus, shoppers who qualify can receive a valuable gift card reward.

In time for Mother’s Day shopping, customers can bring receipts from First Colony Mall retailers dated Friday May 4 or Saturday May 5 that total $150 or more to the Redemption Zone in Center Court near Pottery Barn and receive a $20 Shop Etc. Gift Card, while supplies last. The Mother’s Day promotion is May 4 and 5 only, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Shoppers also will receive a Mother’s Day gift guide, full of great ideas for mom. (more…)

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The Most Fashionable Self-Serve in the Mall Dashes in Just in Time for the Holiday Rush

Guests now have a new and easy way to purchase a First Colony Mall gift card – just in the “St. Nick” of time for holiday shopping season. Easily the most fashionable self-serve in the mall, The Shop Etc. Mall Gift Card kiosk is the new definition of fast and convenient shopping. Guests simply make their selection by using the easy-to-follow instructions on the touch screen monitor. The kiosk also displays retailer discounts and special in-mall activities. In addition, guests can register for The Club, the mall’s free e-mail newsletter, to receive special deals and information about sales and events. (more…)

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USA Swimming released the 2012 Club Excellence results, and FCST has been named a USA Swimming GOLD MEDAL Club! This is the first time FCST has achieved this honor, and FCST is the only Texas team to make the Top 20 this year.

The Club Excellence Program identifies the top 18 & under clubs based strictly on performance. The top 20 clubs are named Gold Medal clubs, the next 80 clubs are named Silver Medal clubs, and the remaining clubs with a Junior National qualifier are named Bronze Medal clubs. Points are based on world rankings, and only swimmers with Long Course Junior National times are eligible. (more…)

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First Colony Swim Team was well represented at the 2012 Open Water National Championships in Fort Myers, Florida on April 27^th-29^th.  Daniel Graviss led the group with two top 8 finishes, placing 5th in the 5K and 8th in the 10K. This was a large improvement from last year’s 12th place in the 5K and 43rd place in the 10K. The field included several professional swimmers, World Championship medalists, and 2012 Olympian Alex Meyer.  Graviss’ finish in the 5K has placed him on the USA Swimming National Junior Team for the 2012-2013 year.  This is FCST’s second swimmer in back to back years who has qualified for the National Junior Team.  (more…)

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Foreign Exchange, a popular California on-trend fashion retailer, is headed to Texas. One of the retailer’s first stores in Texas opens at First Colony Mall in Sugar Land this summer. Foreign Exchange is a men’s and women’s clothing company with apparel designed and created by individuals from all over the world. Additionally, Foreign Exchange has a private design line that features attention to detail, comfort and quality.

“The Texas market is strong and Houston is leading the way, so we are pleased to be opening our very first Foreign Exchange stores outside of California at First Colony Mall and Willowbrook Mall,” said Albert Han, CFO/Director of Business Development for Foreign Exchange. “There’s a demand for fashionable clothing with Houston shoppers and our stores have the right style and newest looks that young men and women want.” (more…)

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Austin Elementary first grader, Aniyah K., opted out of recess today, deciding to pick up trash instead. After talking with her mom about the importance of giving back, Aniyah decided that skipping recess would be a great way to help her community. While her classmates ran around and reached for the sun while swinging, Aniyah served them. Smiling, Aniyah picked up trampled coke cans and empty Capri sun pouches. She even became frustrated when she’d picked up all the trash in one area – her heart was set on service and I was stunned at her determination.     (more…)

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Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital was the site of the Jan. 25th Sponsor Reception held by Fort Bend Cares to recognize sponsors for the Road Trip to RIO – The Ultimate Lounge Experience.  Fort Bend Cares is a charitable foundation that gives monetary grants to qualified 501©3 nonprofits that support the  physical, heath, educational, recreational and emotional needs of disadvantaged children in Fort Bend County.

The event brought together corporate and individual sponsors, non profits who had received grants from Fort Bend Cares in 2011, and Board members and volunteers affiliated with Fort Bend Cares. It provided an opportunity for the non profits to thank all the sponsors who provide the financial resources and for the sponsors to express their appreciation for the invaluable work done by each of the grant recipients
BLU, a newly reopened restaurant located in Town Center, provided a delicious array of appetizers.

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For more than two decades, Fort Bend County has accrued national accolades for economic development, job growth and quality of life. Newly released data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) continues the trend, reporting that Fort Bend County ranks eighth for employment growth out of the 323 largest counties in the United States for the third quarter of 2011.

Fort Bend County, located in southeast Texas and part of the ten-county Greater Houston Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), is forecast to continue to lead the region in job creation, averaging more than 3% growth per year through 2015. The projection from Woods & Poole Economics is complemented by data from The Brookings Institution, which earlier this year named the Houston MSA as North America’s fastest growing metro area. (more…)

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The Fort Bend County Juvenile Probation Office has been awarded a $64,258 grant by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) as part of TJJD’s Prevention and Early Intervention Initiative, which is providing demonstration grant funding for programs and services across Texas that prevent or intervene in at-risk juvenile behaviors leading to delinquency, truancy, dropping out of school, or referral to the juvenile justice system.

Under the direction of Chief Juvenile Probation Officer Michael Meade, the department has implemented the “Saved by the Bell”  truancy/delinquency reduction program that has been in effect as a pilot program from 2008 until 2011, serving six schools within the Fort Bend ISD.  In December 2011 the department expanded Saved by the Bell to include a specialized truancy magistrate and enough juvenile probation officers to facilitate all of the Fort Bend ISD.  This grant will add an additional Saved by the Bell juvenile probation officer to administer the same proactive case management strategies together with meaningful sanctions to other school districts within Fort Bend County. (more…)

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Fort Bend County Libraries is saving county taxpayers’ money by using email and telephone notifications rather than mailing out letters. Patrons may receive notices by email, telephone, or text message about books they have requested or that are overdue. By sending out notices electronically, the library saves money on the costs of paper, printing and postage, which helps preserve the environment as well.

Library patrons can manage their online library account by clicking on “My Account” on the library’s webpage. To verify or add a telephone or email account to the record, simply go to “Contact Information and Preferences,” then “Preference for receiving library notices,” and select “email address,” “telephone,” or “TXT messaging” from the drop-down list to choose the format by which library information notices should be received. Patrons who opt to receive text messages will need to ensure that their cell phone number is included on their library record and indicate which cell phone provider they use by selecting a choice from the drop-down menu. Standard text-messaging rates apply, based on the patron’s cell-phone plan.             (more…)

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Fort Bend County’s new tactical, armored response and rescue vehicle is expected to enhance the safety of SWAT officers throughout the region.

Known simply as the Bearcat, the newly realigned Fort Bend Regional SWAT Team will utilize the vehicle for deployments throughout the county.

The Bearcat, which carries up to 10 people, can traverse a variety of terrains. The vehicle has been utilized by police for barricaded situations, high-risk warrants, active shooters, dignitary transport and more. (more…)

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Professional Compounding Centers of America (PCCA) presented a check for $41,000 to the Fort Bend County Women’s Center (FBCWC) on October 21, the final night of their International Seminar and 30th anniversary celebration in Sugar Land.  From left: Jim Smith, PCCA President; Vita Goodell, Executive Director of FBCWC; Linda Schoonmaker, President of FBCWC Board of Directors; Lizzie Dragon, PCCA Vice President of Marketing, Education & Member Relations and Cyndi Hicks, PCCA Director of Event Management.

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After 7 months of renovation, Fort Bend Family Health Center (FBFHC) reopened the doors of its flagship Richmond Center. Patients were welcomed into the newly remolded facility that now features stone and tile interiors, cutting-edge equipment, and comfortable waiting areas and exam rooms.

During the renovation process, FBFHC patients continued to receive quality services in mobile buildings across the street from the 400 Austin Street location. Many patients stayed with Fort Bend Family Health Center during the transition because they liked the care they received. “I’ve been going to Fort Bend Family Health Center for 5 years because of Dr. Robertson. He provides excellent service,” said Tamintris Robinson. (more…)

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Sheriff’s Association and Police Officers play football for charity on Saturday, December 3

On Saturday, December 3 at 2 p.m., the reigning champion Fort Bend County Sherriff’s Office Enforcers will take to the gridiron, defending their 2010 title against the Sugar Land Police Department Chargers in the sixth annual Battle of the Bend, a flag football game that benefits Toys for Tots-Fort Bend. (more…)

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Fort Bend Hope is a group of local churches, pastors and businesses who are united in reaching their community TOGETHER with acts of compassion.  It is also our desire -to partner with organizations and businesses to effect change in our cities and to reach across ethnic and denominational boundaries, to build bridges of caring among churches, schools, business and civic organizations of our area.

 On Friday, May 4^th, we will be hosting our first “First Ladies of Fort Bend” Luncheon and Fashion Show benefitting the Rosenberg and Richmond Fire Departments.  Our ladies will be featured with firefighters from the Rosenberg and Richmond Fire Stations in a fashion show produced by the Pennywise Resale Centers.

 Fort Bend Hope is looking for organizations and churches to help by purchasing a ticket or sponsoring a table at this event.  The following quotation comes from The Fire Service Warrior, From We Hold These Truths to be Self-Evident, written December 27, 2010:

 “If you do not want to risk your life for your neighbors please turn in your badge, your pager, your gear…”

 Will you join us in giving back to those who put themselves on the line for us every day?  Your participation enables us to renovate these fire stations which will allow them to become a safer and more comfortable environment for our first responders who spend much of their time away from home

 We have provided a flier of the upcoming event with more details.  Thank you for joining Fort Bend Hope in saluting the men and women of the Richmond/Rosenberg Fire Departments.  We look forward to seeing you there!

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Fort Bend ISD congratulates Cindy Cormier of Schiff Elementary School, who was named FBISD Elementary Teacher of the Year, and Nancy Trunk of Clements High School, who was named FBISD Secondary Teacher of the Year at a special awards dinner on May 4.

Cindy Cormier is a fifth-grade teacher at Schiff Elementary. She has been teaching for 16 years, with four of those at Schiff. Cindy was influenced greatly by her supportive parents and by wonderful teachers and professors during her education. She believes her most significant contribution as a teacher is to the individual growth of each of her students. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Urban Studies from Jackson State University, her Master of Education in Elementary Education from the University of St. Thomas, and is currently working on her Doctorate in Urban Education from Texas A&M University. (more…)

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On Saturday, November 12^th, Fort Bend Teen Service League (FBTSL) members gathered at Sugar Land Memorial Park for the annual Keep Sugar Land Beautiful “Trees Across Sugar Land” event. The girls assisted at the event by handing out event t-shirts to volunteers upon their arrival at the site. The teens then worked together to plant numerous seedlings along the gravel running path at the park. The Teen League members enjoyed volunteering for Keep Sugar Land Beautiful, knowing the work they do not only improves the aesthetic of the community, but also preserves its beauty for years to come. (more…)

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The Fort Bend Women’s Shelter will be the recipient of a $1,300 donation from the Houston Chevelle Club. The money was raised at the club’s second annual car show, Ribs and Rides, held on Saturday, March 24th at Otto’s BBQ and Hamburgers in the Fountains shopping center. More than 70 vehicles were on display from the early 1900s to modern day muscle cars. While the majority of cars were from the 1960s and 1970s, there was something for every car enthusiast.

“The Shelter is the only resource in Fort Bend County for abused women and children who have nowhere else to turn,” stated Eric Christie, Houston Chevelle Club president. “While car owners like to show off their cars, it’s always more special when we can give back to the community. We hope the donation will help the Shelter expand their programs and services in assisting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children.” (more…)

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Foster High School’s Stephanie Tsai is among only 10 high school students in the country a HOSA Internship this summer with the United States Office of the Surgeon General in Washington, D.C.

HOSA – Future Health Professionals and the Office of the Civilian Volunteer Medical Reserve Corps selected the HOSA Internship participants for this summer. Tsai’s internship will be August 13-17. (more…)

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Has anyone looked familiar on recent episodes of American Idol? Maybe someone singing in Galveston and advancing to the next round of competition in California? Then maybe you know Foster High School student Arielle Degueure.

The Richmond resident has been featured in a few snippets of the program as it airs footage from the early audition process. She originally auditioned in August with a cast of thousands in Houston. From there, she was one of only about 250 that were asked to audition again in Galveston.

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Local bakery brings unique dessert concept to community.

One-of-a-kind Nothing Bundt Cakes − purveyors of nostalgic yet refreshingly modern Bundt cakes − is spreading its wholesome goodness to Sugar Land. The newest bakery is located at 1531 Highway 6, Suite 125 in Mody Plaza between Highway 59 and Fluor Daniel.

Nothing Bundt Cakes reintroduces an old family favorite – the Bundt cake – with a fresh, clean look that appeals to all ages. Each cake features custom concept cake decorations that are smart, contemporary and fun, customized to enhance any occasion. Nothing Bundt Cakes offers customers a wide range of cake selections, from Bundtinis – single serving cakes – to the larger Bundts that serve up to 18 people and tiered cakes, which serve up to 26 people. (more…)

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Garbage and recycling pickup service in Sugar Land will not occur on Thursday, Nov. 24 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

Thursday’s regularly scheduled pickup will roll to Friday, Nov. 25.
Friday’s regularly scheduled pickup will roll to Saturday, Nov. 26. (more…)

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Travelers coming in from FM 762 to visit Brazos Bend State Park now have a new view of what has become a favorite destination for many. Standing sentry at the park’s main gate is a colorful, new, hand-made, 15-foot entrance sign, which features a life-sized 3-D image of the park’s most popular resident: the American Alligator. (more…)

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Planned Community Developers, Ltd. (PCD) will soon welcome Gem & Bead Gallery to its ever-growing list of retail tenants in Sugar Land Town Square. Gem & Bead Gallery is a family-owned and operated store specializing in the sale of beads, necklaces, gems, fine jewelry, rocks and other accessories.

Scheduled to open in February, Gem & Bead Gallery will be located at 16230 City Walk and will occupy 2,028 square feet of retail space. In addition to a large sales floor, the store will feature a classroom space where an instructor will teach beading and jewelry making. This will be the store’s third location – Gem & Beads Gallery currently has one storefront in Houston and one in Miami. (more…)

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The Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC), one of the largest Girl Scout Councils in the U.S., received a $10,000 check from the Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL). The grant will help make the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) available to girls living in underserved areas of Fort Bend County, including those who attend schools located in Fort Bend and Lamar Consolidated ISDs, as part of the Council’s Girl Scouts on the Go Program. The GSLE engages girls in discovering themselves, connecting with others, and taking action to make the world a better place.

“GSLE is available wherever girls are — in schools, community centers and places of worship,” said Mary Vitek, chief executive officer of GSSJC. “We are grateful that the (FBJSL) supports us in meeting the many needs of at-risk girls in Fort Bend County, including providing leadership opportunities that empower girls to make good decisions and change the communities in which they live.” (more…)

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This weekend, the grand opening begins for Telfair Central, the final neighborhood in Telfair, a Sugar Land community located at U.S. 59 South and University Blvd.

Four new decorated models will showcase the lineup for Telfair Central, which is surrounded by lakes and greenbelts, and interlaced with landscaped parks called mews. The builder lineup includes: (more…)

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The “Show Me City’” is looking for some dedicated civic groups, community leaders and volunteers for this year’s “Great American Cleanup” as part of our City’s efforts to maintain our designation as one of the best places to live in the United States. The City is partnering with Missouri City Green for this event on Sat., April 28.

Registration/check-in will begin at 7:30 a.m. atBuffaloRunPark, Pavilion #1, 1122 Buffalo Run Blvd. T-shirts, gloves and garbage bags will be provided to all participants. A breakfast will also be served to all the volunteers. The cleanup will take place from 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at several parks across the City, with closing ceremonies and awards being presented from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. atBuffaloRunPark, Pavilion #1. (more…)

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On Dec 4^th Sunday GYMTEX Girls Team has won 2^nd team places on Level 4A at 2011 Carol Hillburg State Invitational Competition at Dallas Area. As individual, Alex S won first place on All Around, Bars and Riley E won 1^st place on Beam, 2^nd All Around. Liliane M and Maya L won Silver on All Around. Level 3 Ariel J won 5 gold medals! (more…)

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Sugar Land City Council named the Senior Adult and Community Center after the City’s first mayor.

The T.E. Harman Center, 226 Matlage Way, is being reconstructed to accommodate senior programs in addition to activities previously offered at the Community Center.

Harman was elected the first mayor of Sugar Land in 1959 and served until 1961.  He served a second term as mayor from 1965 to 1967. (more…)

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Harmony School of Science – Sugar Land High School hosted the third Education in a Global Society Luncheon Series 2 series on November 14, 2011. Sugar Land Councilman and former Mayor Pro-Tem Thomas Abraham delivered a keynote speech to an audience that includes Harmony representatives, Himesh Gandhi- Attorney and Counselor at law, parents, faculty and students. (more…)

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Starting Feb. 1, 2012, bulk/heavy waste pickup days will change from Wednesday to Saturday for 12 subdivisions who participate in Missouri City’s Solid Waste Collection Program.

For the following communities, pickup will occur the first Saturday of every month: (more…)

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The first ever baseball game to be played at Constellation Field will feature two Sugar Land High School teams, Fort Bend Independent School District’s William P. Clements High School and John Foster Dulles High School, on Saturday, April 21.

“It is only appropriate that the community’s stadium open with two Sugar Land high schools playing a baseball game,” said Matt O’Brien, President of the Sugar Land Skeeters. “This event is the first of many community events that will take place at the stadium.” (more…)

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As filing for local city races opened on February 6th, Himesh Gandhi was on the steps of City Hall to make official his run for Sugar Land City Council, At-Large Position 1.

Filing makes the campaign official but Gandhi has been working hard for some time to gain broad citizen support.  The Gandhi campaign recently held a heavily attended kick-off rally at the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, with many elected officials, past and present, and community members in attendance.

“This is an exciting time to live in Sugar Land, one of the premier cities in Texas.  We are on the threshold of a new era of expanded growth and success as exciting as any we have seen in the past two decades. I am passionate about contributing to the prosperity of Sugar Land. As a member of the Sugar Land community for over twenty years, I have witnessed firsthand our City’s ongoing success, due in large to the careful planning, expertise and wisdom of city leaders,” says Gandhi.

As the next At-Large Councilman, Gandhi will focus on strategically moving Sugar Land forward through financial accountability, quality development and an emphasis on city services and public safety. As a partner in a Sugar Land law firm, Gandhi has a solid legal background and extensive business experience in Sugar Land and Fort Bend County. He has been an active participant in Sugar Land government, serving as a member of many committees. Currently, Gandhi serves on the Sugar Land Planning and Zoning Commission and was a member of the recent Redistricting Committee.  He has also served on the Sugar Land 4B Corporation for economic development and on the Building Standards Commission.

In addition to his community service for the City of Sugar Land, Gandhi is a graduate of several Sugar Land citizen awareness programs including Sugar Land 101, the Sugar Land Citizens Fire Academy, and the Sugar Land Citizens Police Academy. (more…)

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History will be made this spring when the Sugar Land Skeeters launch their inaugural season, bringing minor league baseball to Fort Bend County.  To mark this epic event, a Grand Opening Gala entitled “History in the Making” will be held at Constellation Field on Saturday, April 14, 2012.  This very special, one-time event benefitting the Sugar Land Heritage Foundation and Skeeters Youth Foundation will usher in a new era of Sugar Land history in style.  Wearing black tie or vintage jerseys, one thousand guests will be treated to a first look at the newly completed $35 million Constellation Field, located at the intersection of Highway 6 and US Highway 90A, one week before Opening Day.

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Hope for Three awarded its very first scholarship to Matthew G., age 7 years, a Texana Center client who has autism spectrum disorder. Because of this grant Matthew will be receiving in-home Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for six months.  The grant will pay in-home therapists who will work with Matthew weekly to do assessments, ongoing treatment and program development and staff training by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Kate Johnson-Patagoc, Director of Texana’s Specialized Children’s Services commented “We are thrilled that Hope for Three was able to help Matthew and his family with this scholarship. Intensive ABA is the most proven effective treatment for autism. Unfortunately this can be expensive in the short term and out of reach for some families, but the payoff in the child’s progress is huge! Texana Center could not be more pleased that Hope for Three is able to help children this way”.          (more…)

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May 2, 2012  Texana Center received two gifts from Hope for Three, the ‘Path of Hope’  which gives Texana’s autism programs a pretty and practical play area for the children and also a check for $1,000 as seed money to start a scholarship fund for families of children with autism attending Texana for applied behavior analysis treatment.

Thanks to the generosity of Monty and Shye Harris of H & H Curb Company and Dean Eddleblute with Campbell Concrete & Materials who donated the materials and their time to install a new walkway and the bricks and paving stones that make up the “Path of Hope”, this means that Hope for Three will be able to use the funds collected, from the sale of bricks and paving stones, for scholarships. (more…)

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Thanks to one of the largest individual donation’s made in the history of the Fort Bend YMCA’s Partners Campaign, the YMCA’s 2012 campaign goal has been met and exceeded.   In a recent visit with Bo Huggins, Houston Distributing President/CEO, Mr. Huggins announced that he and his wife, Amy, and their family would be pledging $50,000 to the 2012 Fort Bend YMCA Partners Campaign.  Mr. and Mrs. Huggins specifically requested that the funds be used to support the Fort Bend YMCA’s outreach programming in Four Corners and Fresno, Texas.  “Bo and Amy Huggins are one of the most generous individuals that I have had the pleasure of knowing and they are passionate about making sure that their kids understand the need to give back to the community as well,” stated Mike Flory, YMCA Board Member.    (more…)

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Employees of Home Depot in Missouri City recently volunteered their time and supplies to help prepare a Band Storage Room at Hunters Glen Elementary School. The Home Depot team constructed and hung shelving units in the room so that the band students can have a designated area to store their instruments instead of carrying them back and forth to class each day.

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Several programs initiated by the Missouri City Parks & Recreation Department have been recognized by the Houston-Galveston Area Council as part of the 2011 Parks and Natural Areas Award competition. According to H-GAC, the projects that received awards in four categories serve as models for parks and natural areas in the entire region.

The City’s Three for Trees project was the winner in the “Policy Tools” category. This program helps replenish trees in the City’s parks and on the golf course with proceeds from a discount on three rounds of golf at Quail Valley Golf Course. (more…)

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January is National Mentoring Month, and Fort Bend ISD joins school districts across the country in saluting the individuals who serve as mentors in our schools. Mentors support the academic, social and emotional needs of students, while helping to improve students’ self-confidence and attitude to learning.

Fort Bend ISD currently has approximately 180 trained, active mentors who meet with students from all grade levels once a week during the school day. Our mentors are parents, business representatives, and other members of the community and area organizations who are genuinely interested in supporting students.

If you are interested in becoming a FBISD mentor, visit the Fort Bend ISD website at www.fortbendisd.com or call the Volunteers & Partnerships office at 281-634-1109.

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Registration for the 2012 Texas Summer Reading Club (SRC) will begin on Tuesday,

May 29, and continue through July 28, at all Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) locations. Children from infancy to early teens are invited to come to the library to read a lot of great books, see some exciting programs, and join in some fun activities to kick off a great summer!

This year marks the 54^th Anniversary of the Texas Summer Reading Club for children. The theme for this year is “Get a Clue… at the Library!” Children are encouraged to read as many books as they can and they will earn rewards based on the total number they read or have read to them, or on the total number of hours they spend reading. (more…)

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Andy Sanford, Ryan O’Hara and Diana Alexander of RBC Wealth Management are this year’s “top chefs,” serving as title sponsors for the Lamar Educational Awards Foundation’s largest annual fundraiser, Men Who Cook 2012, set for February 18 at Safari Texas Ranch. (more…)

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Planned Community Developers, Ltd. (PCD) is pleased to announce two new tenants to Lake Pointe Town Center, the Whole Foods-anchored shopping center at the intersection of Highway 59 and State Highway 6.  Busy Body is now open for business and Great Greek Grill is scheduled to open by the end of the year. (more…)

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Lamar Consolidated High School Marketing and Career Preparation teacher Sonja Hummel will be recognized Sunday (December 18) at Reliant Stadium as a finalist for the Houston Texans Community Quarterback. Sonja will be on the field as the Texans take on the Carolina Panthers. (more…)

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With the arrival of the 2011 holiday season, Legacy Ford has once again teamed up with Toys for Tots-Fort Bend to give back to the community it serves. A kick off party took place at First Colony Mall in Sugar Land in which families were invited to join the celebration. (more…)

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The winners of the Lexington Boulevard Animal Hospital’s “My Healthy Pet” kids’ art contest were recently recognized during an open house celebration. Each winner received $100 gift cards. For more information, call (281) 980-3737, or visit our website at www.lexingtonpethospital.com.   

Photo by: Eileen Scamardo. Winners are from left to right:5 and under – Mihika Mukherjee, 6-8 years old – Victoria Cortez, 9-12 years old – Talia Khawaja

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Fort Bend County Libraries’ University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd in Sugar Land on the UH campus, will present a special series for students – “Research the Right Way” — in May. This series will help students learn how to identify authoritative resources from the Internet, access journal articles from the library’s databases, and create bibliographies and citations for their research papers.

The first class, “Research the Right Way: Internet Sources,” will take place on Tuesday, May 8, beginning at 10:30 am, in the Computer Lab. Students will learn how to get quality research information online by using the Internet Links that are available on the library’s website. These websites have been selected by librarians, who have determined that the sites contain reliable information. (more…)

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JoAnna Jones, a Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst with the Texana Children’s Center for Autism, recently competed in a state-wide Texas Association for Behavior Analysis Autism Research competition.  Ms. Jones, a native of Rosenberg, is completing her masters degree at the University of Houston-Clear Lake in Behavior Analysis.  She is conducting research on evaluating generalization and the role of stimulus control in social skills training. This research focuses on teaching social skills to children with autism.  As one of the three winners of this competition, Ms. Jones received a monetary award and an opportunity to present her research at the state-wide behavior analyst conference in May.

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Clements High School student recognized for superior academic achievement by The National Society of High School Scholars

The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) today announced that Clements High School student Roberto Triolo from Sugar Land, TX, has been selected for membership. The Society recognizes top scholars and invites only those students who have achieved academic excellence. The announcement was made by NSHSS Founder and Chairman Claes Nobel, a senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes.

“On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice, and commitment that Roberto has demonstrated to achieve this level of academic excellence”, said Mr. Nobel. “Roberto is now a member of a unique community of scholars – a community that represents our very best hope for the future.” (more…)

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