After Brenda Fernandez brought ponies to her son’s birthday party about 10 years ago, the idea for T.B.R. Pony Rentals was born. From a farm located near the western edge of Fort Bend County, one family is bringing unicorns and pony rides to children’s parties through a small business.

KATY, TX (Covering Katy News) – The school zone in front of Beckendorff Junior High School is being expanded to better protect students from cars. At the request of Katy ISD, the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court approved the plan unanimously on Jan. 23, 2024. The expanded school zone will…

Fort Bend County Commissioner Court approved Jan. 9 a $7 million project to add three additional courtrooms to the center with the goal of helping the county’s criminal justice system handle the court case growth. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact) Fort Bend County’s district court staff have outfitted several spaces in…

The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) announces that it is now accepting applications for its annual Scholarship Awards program. Every year FBJSL awards $6,000 in college scholarships in the community. Volunteer Scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded to up to six female high school seniors from Fort Bend County,…

The biggest project includes renovations to a gymnasium in central Fort Bend County, near Richmond. Fort Bend County’s parks and recreation program has a number of projects underway this year after voters approved a $153 million bond last November for parks projects. The county’s biggest project this year — clocking…

SIENNA, Texas – As other areas see evacuation orders because of high water levels, it is raising concerns about development near large bodies of water, such as the Brazos River. A civil engineer says those homes in Fort Bend County are protected due to 30 miles of levees. Fort…

The Republican primary election will include two candidates vying to represent District 28. (Courtesy Pexels) Two Republican candidates are running for a position in the Texas House of Representatives to represent District 28 in the upcoming March primary election. Incumbent Rep. Gary Gates is running for re-election against Dan Mathews.

Engineers estimate that the county will spend up to $175 million in bond funds this year on mobility projects. Fort Bend County engineers estimate the county will spend up to $175 million in bond funds on mobility projects this year – more than double its spending last year. Fort…

Eligible employees may receive up to six weeks of paid parental leave. The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court voted Tuesday to approve paid parental leave for county employees. New parents who work for the county may now receive up to six weeks of paid parental leave. If both parents work…

On January 10th, the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office marked a significant milestone — the groundbreaking for the construction of an advanced regional training facility. Located at the corner of West Fairground Rd. and Stella Rd., Rosenberg, the training complex will encompass 30.25 acres of Fort Bend County property.

On January 5th, the Office of Fort Bend County Judge KP George announced the official launch of the Queer Committee, a new initiative aimed at promoting inclusivity, providing resources, dispelling myths, and showcasing the economic contributions of the Queer community in Fort Bend County. The committee’s launch was held on…

FORT BEND COUNTY, TX (Covering Katy News) – Fort Bend County Judge KP George is launching The Queer Alliance Committee, a new initiative he says is “aimed at promoting inclusivity, providing resources, dispelling myths, and showcasing the economic contributions of the Queer community in Fort Bend County.” At a…

Partners in Building began sales in Sienna, a master-planned community in Fort Bend County. The builder will offer 12 homes ranging in size from 2,500 to 7,500 square feet on 100-foot lots. All 12 homes will be located in Sienna’s new luxury home enclave, known as Estates at Summerhouse Lake of Sienna. Prices will start…

During its Jan. 22 meeting, the Fort Bend ISD board of trustees approved the instructional calendar for the 2024-25 school year. (Asia Armour/Community Impact) During its Jan. 22 meeting, the Fort Bend ISD board of trustees unanimously approved the instructional calendar for the 2024-25 school year. In a nutshell. According…

The Fort Bend Junior Service League (FBJSL) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for its annual Scholarship Awards. Every year FBJSL awards $6,000 in college scholarships. Volunteer Scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded to up to six female high school seniors from Fort Bend County who…

Texas history is alive and well at The George Ranch, as this year, 2024, marks the 200th Anniversary of the Ranch believed to be the oldest and largest ranch in Texas. Established in 1824, this significant milestone in Texas history was kicked off with a champagne toast for the Planning Committee in the 1930s George…

Root for your favorite local high school basketball team in Fort Bend County, Texas today by tuning in and catching every play. Info on how to watch all of the high-school action can be located below. Follow high school basketball this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your…

Saying he had “hit in the ground running,” newly appointed Fort Bend ISD Superintendent Marc Jones made his first official comments as the head of Texas’s sixth-largest school district in a board meeting on Monday. Smith, formerly the head of the Duncanville school district in the Dallas area, was named…