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FBISD: TEA investigating complaints of electioneering, open meetings violations
The Texas Education Agency has notified the Fort Bend ISD that it is investigating two separate complaints, according to a statement the district sent out Thursday afternoon. The first complaint is that the district under former Superintendent Christie Whitbeck “unlawfully incentivized students and staff to vote in last year’s 2023 VATRE election and engaged in…
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Popular Austin burger chain P. Terry’s to open second location in Houston
The first location in the Houston area, in Fort Bend County, is set to open this fall. There will be 30-plus locations in Texas. P. Terry’s Burger Stand will open a second Houston location in the Spring area, according to Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation documents. The 50s-inspired Austin…
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Texas Education Agency is investigating Fort Bend ISD over claims of electioneering, open meetings violations
The TEA is investigating allegations that the district violated the Texas Open Meeting Act and unlawfully incentivized voting during a recent election. Fort Bend ISD is under investigation by the Texas Education Agency. The district is facing complaints that it unlawfully incentivized staff and students to vote in its tax…
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Costco opens latest Houston-area store in The Grand at Aliana near Richmond
A new Costco, the Houston area’s 11th, opened June 27 in Aliana in Fort Bend County. The 152,000-square-foot store at 11125 W. Grand Parkway S., which includes a gas station, is the first business to open in the third and final phase of Houston-based NewQuest Properties’ The Grand at Aliana mixed-use retail center. The 67-acre…
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Fort Bend County judge staff member arrested, authorities confirm
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A Fort Bend County judge staff member was arrested this week, according to authorities. Fort Bend County Judge KP George confirmed the arrest on Wednesday, saying they were “taking this situation very seriously.” “My office is aware of the situation involving the arrest of…
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12-year-old with autism accidentally drowned in a nearby lake by her Fulshear home
FULSHEAR, Texas – The search for a missing 12-year-old with autism in Fulshear has resulted in a tragic ending after police say she accidentally drowned. According to the Fulshear Police Department, Aisha Adebayo was last seen on a house camera late Wednesday night walking away from her home in the 29800 block of Aaron River…
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12-year-old autistic girl found dead in Fulshear lake, police said
FULSHEAR, Texas (KIAH) — A 12-year-old girl from Fort Bend County was found dead in a lake near her home, police said. Aisha Adebayo was found around 5 a.m. Thursday morning, Fulshear police said. They believe she accidentally drowned in the lake. Adebayo was declared missing after being seen…
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Officers, community members in Fulshear searching for missing 12-year-old with autism
FULSHEAR, Texas – The search is on for a missing 12-year-old with autism in Fulshear early Thursday morning. According to the Fulshear Police Department, Aisha Adebayo was last seen on a house camera late Wednesday night walking away from her home in the 29800 block of Aaron River Trail in Fort Bend County, just west…
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Suspect charged in fatal shooting following car crash in Houston
HOUSTON, Texas — Charges have been filed against a suspect in the fatal shooting of a man at 7200 West Fuqua Street on September 18, 2023. Dandre Trechaun Colbert, 32, is charged with murder in the 268th District Court in Fort Bend County. He is accused in the death of 33-year-old Airto Jonte Mills. According…
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Fort Bend County Clerk’s Office opens Sugar Land Annex
The Fort Bend County Clerk’s Office opened the Sugar Land Annex on June 24, bringing a closer location for area residents. The closest location prior was the Missouri City Annex. (Courtesy of the Fort Bend County Clerk’s Office) The Fort Bend County Clerk’s Office opened the Sugar Land Annex in…
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Houston-area congressman under fire for wearing revoked combat pin
Fort Bend Congressman Troy Nehls appears to have removed a military service pin he wore for years and that the Army confirmed recently was incorrectly awarded. Nehls, a Republican, blasted reporters in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday for asking questions about the pin. He has suggested the Army revoked his Combat Infantry Badge, or CIB, last…
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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Hosts Sweet Treats Summer Camp for Young Culinary Enthusiasts in Fort Bend County
As the Texas heat swells, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Fort Bend County is on a mission to dial up the delicious fun with their upcoming Sweet Treats summer camp. A magical blend of culinary education and sun-filled adventure, the one-day camp will be held at Long Acres Ranch in Richmond on Thursday,…
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14-year-old JaDynn Jones missing from Mission Bend
JaDynn Jones, a 14-year-old boy, went missing from the Withers Ridge area in Mission Bend on June 15. He was last seen by his mother at 2:39 a.m. at their home, wearing a navy blue shirt and black pants. JaDynn has special needs and could be nervous if approached. Shirly…
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Houston developer to break ground on 310-unit apartments in Fort Bend County
Construction will begin later this summer with the first units completed by 2026.
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Libraries To Close In Observance Of Independence Day
LIBRARIES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY. All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries, which includes the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, the Fulshear Branch Library, and the Mission Bend Branch Library, will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Regular library hours will resume on Friday, July 5. Your online…
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Fort Bend Levee Coalition: Raising Levee Awareness, Lowering Flood Insurance Costs
The Fort Bend Levee Coalition (FBLC), formerly known as the Fort Bend Flood Management Committee (FBFMC), is committed to ensuring affordable, voluntary flood insurance for 100-year accredited levee protected areas throughout Fort Bend County. With the support of Fort Bend County, the FBLC champions affordable flood insurance for residents. Since…
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Game On: Fort Bend County Libraries Embrace Play for Learning and Fun
Libraries are commonly known to be a place full of books and research. In today’s world, “learning” can come in many forms – one of which is through play!. Playing games can sharpen problem-solving skills, exercise memory muscles, and increase focus, perception, and reasoning. They can also help to improve moods, promote relaxation, and ward…
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LIBRARIES INVITE ADULT READERS TO SUMMER READING LOUNGES
Fort Bend County Libraries invites adult readers to disengage this summer – just for a little while – from the stress of everyday life and work, social media and television, and adulting in general and stop by the library to relax during a designated hour of silent reading, free of distractions and responsibilities, with background…
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Arcola officer who kidnapped, sexually assaulted woman gets 20 years in prison, prosecutors say
A former Arcola police officer on Monday was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison after being convicted of two felonies in connection to the kidnapping and sexual assault of a woman he pulled over in 2019. Hector Aaron Ruiz, 29, was convicted of obstruction of justice by a federal…
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Texas Politician Arrested For Racist Attacks…Against Himself
At this point, nothing that happens in the world of politics surprises me. Did you know the country of Wales is considering a new law that would make it illegal for politicians to knowingly lie? I’m certain that many lies would be covered by other laws, but there are still a ton of humdingers that…
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Fostering Safe and Secure Schools
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce’s Education Division will host Fostering Safe and Secure Schools with Fort Bend Superintendents on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM at the Chamber office. School Safety for the students, staff, and faculty in Fort Bend County is a…
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Fort Bend environmental organization to install air monitors to share data with EPA
The Fort Bend County Environmental Organization hopes that the data sharing will prompt officials to install regulatory air monitors that can be used to enforce air quality standards. Fort Bend Environmental is installing three additional air monitors to share data with the EPA. The Fort Bend County Environmental Organization has…
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Rep. Troy Nehls wears a medal that the US Army says he’s ineligible for
U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls is a Republican from Southeast Texas whose district includes much of Fort Bend County, where he used to be the sheriff. In addition to his law enforcement career, Nehls also served in the U.S. Army, both in the Wisconsin National Guard and in the Army Reserve. He went to Iraq in…
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2024 Fort Bend County Fair Entertainment Lineup revealed
HOUSTON – The Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo will take place in September, and it’s jam packed with rodeo action, livestock shows, premiere carnival rides, famous fair foods, and of course, live music. It truly is a family tradition that’s fun for everyone!. Ten musical acts…