Tag: Richmond

FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Two Richmond residents have been arrested after drugs and weapons were found in their home on Monday. Terrance Kenyatta Potlow and Aliyah Desiree Romero were taken into custody after Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Task Force executed a search warrant at their home in the 7800 block of Heather…

In our Must Do Things Around Greater Houston series, we take a look at Houston’s vast array of communities, neighborhoods and destinations to bring you five fun, tasty, surprising and enticing reasons you should give each one a visit. Located 15 miles southwest of Houston in Fort Bend County,… Original Article: https://365thingsinhouston.com/2022/07/19/5-must-do-things-in-richmond/

RICHMOND, Texas – The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate missing a woman. Thelma Alvarado, 52, was reported missing Sunday, June 5, around 6:24 p.m. Alvarado was last seen in the 2100 block of Preston Street in Richmond, Texas. Alvarado was… Original Article: https://www.fox26houston.com/news/missing-thelma-alvarado-fort-bend-county

A popular pizza chain in Louisiana is making its first foray into the state and region, and its first location will be in Fort Bend County. On May 12, Metairie-based Fat Boys Pizza announced that it has plans to open several locations in the Greater Houston region beginning this year. The first one will be…

This horrible story comes from right up the road in Richmond, Texas. As reported by CW39.com, Cherry Payton, 43, was convicted of continuous sexual abuse of a young child and sentenced to 30 years in prison last week. Prosecutors said that in 2017, the victim admitted to her doctor that she was sexually active with…

Skechers USA Inc. will soon be coming to Fort Bend County’s The Grand at Aliana. The shoe retailer signed a 10-year lease with NewQuest Properties at an 8,012 square-foot space at the shopping center and is scheduled to open by year’s end, according to an April 25 announcement. Original Article: https://communityimpact.com/houston/sugar-land-missouri-city/impacts/2022/04/25/newquest-skechers-sign-10-year-lease-at-richmonds-the-grand-at-aliana/

A Richmond man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for the 2019 shooting death of his wife. Quang Do, 41, of Richmond, had pleaded guilty to murder in November in connection to the death of his wife, Jenny, according to the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/crime/richmond-man-gets-35-years-for-killing-wife/article_0ea2bbee-b9e3-11ec-a275-e72a80fadf42.html

The Leadership Fort Bend Alumni Division of the Central Fort Bend Chamber is set to host the 4th Annual Cornhole & Crawfish Tournament, presented by Legacy Ford, on Friday, April 22, 2022, from 3:00 – 8:00. The event will be held at Dry Creek Social Club located at 3333 FM 359, Richmond, TX. Original Article:…

RICHMOND, Texas — As Houston continues to expand into surrounding counties, several residents from two communities in Richmond are upset about a proposal that would turn the wooded area behind their homes into distribution warehouses. The Del Webb Sweetgrass and Williams Ranch communities are located close to a busy… Original Article: https://www.khou.com/article/news/community/fort-bend-industrial-development/285-03af9f2a-84fd-4510-aa7e-90e5089bf3e7

Child Advocates of Fort Bend and the City of Richmond joined forces on Friday, April 1 to kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month with a fun, family friendly evening at Wessendorff Park in Richmond, complete with a movie, t-shirts and activities for the whole family. Child Advocates of Fort Bend Board President Nancy Olson welcomed…

(Richmond, Texas) – Richmond citizens have enjoyed the results of sixteen street asphalt overlays due to the collaboration between the City’s Street Department team and Fort Bend County Road and Bridge team. They worked together to pave sixteen streets in Richmond this past month. Fort Bend County Road and Bridge has assisted cities over the…

– The Central Fort Bend Chamber and the community will be celebrating the following Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies in the month of April for local businesses:. April 1st, 2022, at 3:00 PM: QuickMed Primary Care and Wellness, PLLC (117 Lane Drive Suite #2 Rosenberg, TX 77471) April 7th, 2022, at 11:30… Original Article: https://thekatynews.com/2022/04/01/central-fort-bend-chamber-april-ribbon-cutting-events/

Johnson Development Services purchased 117.2 acres to extend Candela, a master-planned community, in Richmond. Claudia Wright with R&W Real Estate brokered the purchase, which was previously land from two unnamed owners. The new Candela expansion will add 346 homes, a community lake, a 2.3-acre park and a dog park. Houses will begin to sell in…

Child Advocates of Fort Bend (CAFB) is asking the community to wear blue and join them at Wessendorff Park in Richmond from 6-8pm on Friday, April 1st to kick off April Child Abuse Prevention Month. “We’re teaming with the City of Richmond for a family fun night. Families are invited… Original Article: https://thekatynews.com/2022/03/17/child-advocates-of-fort-bend-to-hold-light-of-hope-ceremony/

A domestic squabble has landed a Richmond woman in jail, authorities reported. On March 10, 2022, Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested Adonia Martinez, 32, who allegedly shot her husband after a domestic dispute. At around 6:50 a.m., sheriff’s detectives were dispatched to a domestic disturbance call in… Original Article: https://www.fbherald.com/police_beat/adonia-martinez/article_b9c2d999-9168-551d-933d-988cd83c04b5.html

On March 10, 2022, Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested Adonia Martinez, 32, who allegedly shot her husband after a domestic dispute. At around 6:50 a.m., Sheriff’s detectives were dispatched to a domestic disturbance call in the 6600 block of Plum Springs Lane in Richmond, Texas where shots were fired. Detectives learned that the…

Richmond’s Adonia Martinez, 32, was arrested for allegedly shooting her husband following a domestic dispute, the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office announced in a Tuesday release. The victim, Larry Martinez, 31, is in a stable condition at Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Medical Center. On Thursday, March 10,… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/Richmond-s-charged-with-shooting-husband-17004817.php

RICHMOND, Texas – A woman has been charged after deputies say she shot her husband following an argument in Fort Bend County. The shooting was reported Thursday around 6:50 a.m. at a home, located in the 6600 block of Plum Springs. According to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office,… Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/03/15/woman-accused-of-shooting-husband-after-argument-outside-richmond-home-deputies-say/

Fort Bend County’s historic courthouse in Richmond will be lit blue and yellow for Sunday’s day of prayer for Ukraine, county officials announced. “Fort Bend is the nation’s most diverse county, and our community stands united in prayer for peace and democracy,” County Judge KP George said a release. The… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/Richmond-courthouse-lit-for-Ukraine-prayer-day-16998285.php

Fort Bend County’s historic courthouse in Richmond will be lit blue and yellow for Sunday’s day of prayer for Ukraine, county officials announced. “Fort Bend is the nation’s most diverse county, and our community stands united in prayer for peace and democracy,” County Judge K P George said a release. Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/Richmond-courthouse-lit-for-Ukraine-prayer-day-16998285.php

RICHMOND, Texas – The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was found dead following a SWAT standoff in Richmond Saturday. Deputies were dispatched to a family disturbance and shots fired call at a home in the 18000 block of Fairy Wren Lane around 3 a.m. Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/03/05/fbcso-man-barricaded-inside-richmond-home-found-dead-following-swat-standoff/

Zach Lambert, owner of Mercy Goods, 501 Morton St. in Richmond, Texas, opened his establishment to the New Century Garden Club for their February meeting. He presented a program on the how and why his non-profit furniture building company came into existence after he and his family relocated to Fort Bend County from the Austin…

City of Richmond homeowners could see some savings in their property taxes, but they need to apply. The Richmond City Commission authorized a new 1.5 percent, minimum $5,000 homestead exemption during its Feb. 21 meeting, per a news release. On HoustonChronicle.com: Fort Bend ISD’s student-run auto shop and salon open… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/article/City-of-Richmond-homeowners-can-apply-for-tax-16969099.php