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Fort Bend ISD under investigation by TEA for electioneering, violating Open Meetings Act
SUGAR LAND, Texas (KIAH) — Fort Bend ISD is under investigation for electioneering and for allegedly violating the Texas Open Meetings Act, according to a statement from the district. The statement issued last week said that FBISD is being investigated by the Texas Education Agency after allegations that the...
Independence Day celebrations to be held across county
On Thursday, July 4, people all across the United States will celebrate the nation's most patriotic holiday, Independence Day, which marks the official beginning of the nation when the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. Here in Fort Bend County we're no exception. Municipalities across the county have events planned to mark the occasion.
West Nile Virus found in Sugar Land mosquitoes, city taking precautions
SUGAR LAND, Texas - The City of Sugar Land confirmed the presence of West Nile virus in mosquitoes trapped last week in mosquito traps located on Elkins Road near Oakland Drive and Stone Trail Drive near Greatwood Parkway. In response to the detection, Sugar Land will continue its citywide mosquito...
Fort Bend County to offer community, faith-based diabetes programs
Fort Bend County commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding with the Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center for a diabetes program. (Community Impact staff) Residents with diabetes in Fort Bend County will have a new resource for navigating the disease. The big picture. In conjunction with...
Fort Bend County Clerk hosts annual pet supply drive
Fort Bend County Clerk Laura Richard is hosting a pet supply drive through July 31 in honor of Fort Bend County Animal Services. (Courtesy of the Fort Bend County Clerk's Office) Fort Bend County residents have the opportunity to help four-legged friends this summer. The big picture. This summer the...
Sugar Land to Celebrate the Fourth of July with a BOOM
The city of Sugar Land’s Red, White and Boom Celebration is scheduled for Thursday, July 4, from 5-9 p.m., at The Crown Festival Park, 18355 Southwest Freeway. Fireworks will close out the event at approximately 9 p.m. Attendees will enjoy an evening full of patriotic fun with activities for...
Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Chicken Big: A Children’s Theater Performance
This month, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, in collaboration with Fort Bend County Libraries’ Summer Reading Challenge, is all set to present an enchanting adaptation of a beloved children's book, Chicken Big. This delightful and highly anticipated performance, taking place on Wednesday, July 10, will begin at 2:00 pm, with a repeated show at 3:00 pm, in the Library's Meeting Room located at 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy.
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