• What voters need to know about Fort Bend County March 5 primary election

    What voters need to know about Fort Bend County March 5 primary election

    Fort Bend County voters have one more day to make their voices heard in the 2024 March primaries. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Fort Bend County voters have one final chance March 5 to make their voice heard in the 2024 primary elections for several races, including presidential, statewide and county races.

  • Some Fort Bend voters received ballots for the wrong precinct, officials say

    Some Fort Bend voters received ballots for the wrong precinct, officials say

    The exact number of impacted voters is unclear, but so far, election leaders have identified less than 100 impacted voters. Some Fort Bend residents received ballots for the wrong precincts during early voting, according to the county. Officials became aware of the issue during the second week of early voting…

  • Missouri City author creates ways for children to engage with their communities

    Missouri City author creates ways for children to engage with their communities

    Newly published Missouri City author Jessica Young’s toddler-aged daughter is fascinated with potholes, sidewalks, busses, and just about anything else that is a part of city life. When out driving with her mother, the youngster, named Harper Lee, would point to a pothole and ask “Why is there a…

  • Multiple Fort Bend County voters given ballots for incorrect precincts due to redistricting issues

    Multiple Fort Bend County voters given ballots for incorrect precincts due to redistricting issues

    FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Multiple Fort Bend County voters were given ballots for the wrong precinct during early voting due to issues regarding 2021 redistricting, Fort Bend County officials said on Monday. The District Attorney’s Public Integrity Division and Fort Bend County Judge KP George said they learned…

  • Skip the skip, up the road

    Skip the skip, up the road

    “Skip the skip, up the road / Off to school you go / Don’t be a bad boy Johnny / Don’t you slip up or play the fool” – Men at Work, “Be Good Johnny. It was a warm day in 1975, and I don’t know that I’ve ever been so excited. As I packed…

  • Fort Bend County elections: What to know

    Fort Bend County elections: What to know

    Fort Bend County leaders provide details about Tuesday’s primary election.

  • Fort Bend County judge discusses transparency ahead of primary election

    Fort Bend County judge discusses transparency ahead of primary election

    FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Several Fort Bend County officials held a news conference on Monday to discuss transparency ahead of the primary election. Fort Bend County Judge KP George, the Fort Bend County Elections Administrator and leaders from the District Attorney’s Office Public Integrity Division were present.

  • Expose Excellence Youth Program Now Accepting Entries for Youth Art Month

    Expose Excellence Youth Program Now Accepting Entries for Youth Art Month

    The Expose Excellence Youth Program (EEYP) is calling all budding artists aged 10-17 in Fort Bend County to join the celebration of Youth Art Month 2024. This initiative is more than just an opportunity to have your artwork seen; it’s a stage for young talents to express themselves, develop their skills, and foster their artistic…

  • What’s going around? Spring illnesses may have you under the weather

    What’s going around? Spring illnesses may have you under the weather

    According to clinics across the area, spring allergies are the main thing affecting people right now. CVS Health’s District Leader Aisha Jangda said patients are mostly coming in with stuffy noses. Spring allergies have been more common. However, here in Fort Bend, there are now fewer flu cases. Galveston…

  • This Houston suburb shows why Texas’ 2024 primaries are so important

    This Houston suburb shows why Texas’ 2024 primaries are so important

    Signs of Sugar Land’s booming growth are abundant just beyond the intersection of U.S. 90 and State Highway 6. Subdivisions have sprung up like spider webs around Constellation Field, the $37 million home of the Astros’ Triple-A affiliate. On the other side of Oyster Creek, plans are underway to redevelop the Imperial Sugar char house,…

  • Cold case gets hot – Arrest made in Fort Bend Murder

    Cold case gets hot – Arrest made in Fort Bend Murder

    FORT BEND COUNTY, TX (Covering Katy News) – A murder case that dates back more than a year is solved according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office. Anthony Sorel Haywood, 42, is charged with murder in the February 19, 2023, shooting of his 38-year-old girlfriend, Coralyn Hunt, who was found dead in her home…

  • Fort Bend County woman murdered by man she was dating, suspect charged

    Fort Bend County woman murdered by man she was dating, suspect charged

    FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – The man suspected of murdering a Houston woman was arrested and charged on Friday. Anthony Sorel Haywood, 42, was arrested by the Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force on murder charges for the death of 38-year-old Coralyn Hunt. On Feb. 19, the Fort Bend County…

  • Master Gardeners invite you to tour Demonstration Gardens

    Master Gardeners invite you to tour Demonstration Gardens

    Fort Bend County Master Gardeners invite you to take a look at what they’re growing in their Demonstration Gardens, either by self-guided tours (all year), or by guided group tours in the spring and fall. For self-guided tours, the Demonstration Gardens are open seven days a week during daylight…

  • Drought conditions have eased, but concerns remain for Texas farmers

    Drought conditions have eased, but concerns remain for Texas farmers

    HOUSTON – Heavy winter rain has erased drought conditions, in our part of Texas, for now. According to government drought figures, January was the 4th wettest in the last 130 years, leaving Fort Bend County about five inches above normal, in precipitation. That’s good news for farmers who are planting this year’s crops.

  • Man arrested after being accused of killing woman he dated inside her home in Fort Bend County

    Man arrested after being accused of killing woman he dated inside her home in Fort Bend County

    FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — A man was arrested Friday after being accused of killing a woman he dated. Coralyn Hunt, 38, was found shot to death inside their home in Fort Bend County on Feb. 19. Her children were inside the home at the time of the shooting, but none of them were hurt.

  • 42-year-old man arrested, accused of shooting woman to death inside home in Fort Bend County

    42-year-old man arrested, accused of shooting woman to death inside home in Fort Bend County

    FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – A 42-year-old man has been arrested, accused of shooting a woman to death inside a home in Fort Bend County. Anthony Sorel Haywood, 42, is charged with murder in the death of Coralyn Hunt, 38. Hunt was found shot to death inside her home in the 9300 block of Spindlewood…

  • Suspect Arrested for Murder of Houston Woman

    Suspect Arrested for Murder of Houston Woman

    FORT BEND COUNTY, TX — The Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force arrested Anthony Sorel Haywood, 42, for the murder of a Houston woman. On Monday, February 19th, 2023, at approximately 3 am the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call regarding a deceased female at a residence at the 9300 block of…

  • VYPE Spotlight: Landon McKenna of FBCA Baseball

    VYPE Spotlight: Landon McKenna of FBCA Baseball

    2023: 14-7 (District Champions) VYPE caught up with Fort Bend Christian Academy Softball Coach Kelli Jacoby at the 2024 FBCA Spring Media Day, discussing the upcoming season and more. VYPE caught up withLegacy Prep Christian Academy Baseball Coach Thomas Loria at the 2024 Legacy Prep Spring Media Day, discussing the…

  • New and Expanded Canker Quarantines in Texas

    New and Expanded Canker Quarantines in Texas

    Federal and Texas agriculture officials announced they are establishing four new quarantine areas for citrus canker in Brazoria and Harris counties, Texas. They are also expanding three existing quarantine areas for citrus canker in Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston and Harris counties. The U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS) and…

  • Fort Bend County primary election results for March 5, 2024

    Fort Bend County primary election results for March 5, 2024

    Voters in Fort Bend County prepare to make their voices heard in the primary elections scheduled for March 5, 2024. Residents will select their preferred candidates for various local offices, as well as to weigh in on the Presidential primary. From county sheriff, county commissioners, county constables to district judges, the primary elections will determine…

  • Fort Bend County receives $4.5M grant for bus services, transit planning

    Fort Bend County receives $4.5M grant for bus services, transit planning

    Fort Bend County commissioners approved a $4.5 million transportation grant for bus services. (Aubrey Vogel/Community Impact) Fort Bend County was awarded national funds to help with transportation needs and services. The big picture. Fort Bend County commissioners voted in favor of accepting a $4.45 million transportation grant from the Federal…

  • Man sentenced to 35 years for intoxication manslaughter

    Man sentenced to 35 years for intoxication manslaughter

    On February 21, a Rosharon man was sentenced to 35 years in state prison after pleading guilty to intoxication manslaughter in the drunk-driving crash that resulted in the death of a 19-year-old man in 2022, according to the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. Judge J. Christian Becerra sentenced Josue Montes, 33, in the 434…

  • Child Advocates of Fort Bend Announces 2024 Gala Theme

    Child Advocates of Fort Bend Announces 2024 Gala Theme

    Once Upon a Time will be the theme for Child Advocates of Fort Bend’s annual Gala which will be held at the Houston Marriott Sugar Land on Saturday, April 27, 2024. This fun and festive event will feature strolling fairy tale characters, a live and silent auction, raffle, wine, spirits and gift card pulls. Michele…

  • In West Fort Bend County, residents organize city-wide garage sale

    In West Fort Bend County, residents organize city-wide garage sale

    Reid said participation has fluctuated throughout the years, but the event often draws individuals from nearby areas as well. The small town of Beasley — on the western edge of Fort Bend County — has a population of less than 1,000 people. But this Saturday, a city-wide garage…