Tag: Stafford
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‘Invisible scars’ | Stafford pastor sentenced after assaulting church member at his home in Katy
KATY, Texas — A church pastor in Stafford, Texas was convicted of indecent assault involving a member of his church. Gregorio Maldonado, 46, said the devil made him do it. Over 100 members of Maldonado’s church showed up at the close of his trial at the Fort Bend County Courthouse in Richmond.
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Fort Bend Symphony and Chorus to perform Western concert on Oct. 8
The Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra will bring back its popular “Straight from the Soundtrack” movie music concert, this time focusing on Westerns, during a performance on October 8, beginning at 2 p.m., at the Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford. The concert will feature some of the best-known themes from…
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Kim Son announces it’s closing popular Stafford restaurant in business since 1999
STAFFORD, Texas — Folks in Stafford only have a few days left to visit a longtime favorite restaurant. Kim Son on the Southwest Freeway announced it’s closing after 24 years in business. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Kim Son Stafford, after serving…
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Kim Son announces its closing popular Stafford restaurant in business since 1999
STAFFORD, Texas — Folks in Stafford only have a few days left to visit a longtime favorite restaurant. Kim Son on the Southwest Freeway announced it’s closing after 24 years in business. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Kim Son Stafford, after serving…
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Stafford residents ‘very sad’ to learn Kim Son closing after nearly 25 years
STAFFORD, Texas — Folks in Stafford only have a few days left to visit a longtime favorite restaurant. Kim Son on the Southwest Freeway announced it’s closing after 24 years in business. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Kim Son Stafford, after serving…
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Stafford marks Juneteenth with inaugural festival
The City of Stafford held its inaugural Juneteenth Festival at the Stafford Centre on Sunday, marking the new national holiday with performances, family-friendly activities and art honoring the history of African-Americans throughout Texas history. Stafford’s celebration was only one of the events across Fort Bend County celebrating Juneteenth, which was…
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The Grid development in Stafford transforming into innovation hub
In-N-Out Burger was one of the first flagship additions to The Grid development in Stafford. (Courtesy In-N-Out Burger) The Grid is poised to transform Fort Bend County’s landscape into a thriving innovation hub. With its mixed-use concept, the development is meant to connect the area’s legacy of innovation to a prosperous future.
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Man sentenced to life in prison for the 1999 murder of his wife in Stafford
Following a week-long trial, A Fort Bend County took less than an hour Tuesday to convict Apolinar Tejeda of murder and less than 30 minutes to sentence him to life in prison for the 1999 shooting death of his wife. The jury also assessed the maximum $10,000 fine. Jurors found…
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Person barricaded inside residence in Fort Bend Co., deputies say
A large law enforcement presence was reported in a Fort Bend County neighborhood Wednesday afternoon after a person was said to have barricaded themself inside a residence. The scene is located in the 1700 block of Moore Road in Stafford and is currently active. According to deputies with the Fort…
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Spring woman sentenced to 22 years for participating in Stafford hotel murder in 2019
Last week a Fort Bend County jury convicted a Spring woman of murder and sentenced her to 22 years in prison for her participation in the shooting death of a man in the parking lot of a Stafford hotel on Nov. 11, 2019, according to prosecutors. The jurors heard evidence…
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Woman sentenced to 22 years in prison for luring man outside Stafford hotel where he was shot to death
STAFFORD, Texas – A 29-year-old woman has been sentenced to more than 20 years in prison for allegedly luring a man to his death in 2019, according to the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office. Jenise Leann Spruiell was convicted on May 15 for murder and sentenced to…
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HCC dual credit program graduates record number of area students
Top: HCC Dual Credit program graduation ceremony at Stafford Municipal School District (Photo courtesy of SMSD) Second through fourth photos: HCC Dual Credit program graduation ceremonies at Marshall High School, Hightower High School, and Willowridge High School. (Photos courtesy of FBISD) A record number of Fort Bend and Stafford students…
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15 Best Things to Do in Stafford, TX
Stafford City is in Fort Bend County, Texas, and is considered one of the state’s finest residential communities. Fort Bend County makes up most of the city, but Harris County contains a small portion. Most of Stafford’s population currently resides in rented properties, contributing to the city’s unique urban, suburban…
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WANTED: 2 suspects attack elderly person in parking lot in Stafford
STAFFORD, Texas (KIAH) — Stafford Police Department and Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers need the public’s help, tracking down two suspects for attacking an elderly resident. It happened on Feb. 22, around 5:45 p.m., at a Wal-Mart at 11210 W. Airport Blvd. According to Stafford Police, an 83-year-old…
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Stafford residents hear from U.S. leaders about minority entrepreneurship grant program
Federal officials are seeking to spread word in Fort Bend County about a new federal $93.5 million competitive grant program that will provide funding to organizations that give technical assistance to help grow businesses owned by minorities and women. The Capital Readiness Program offered through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s… Original Article: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/fort-bend/article/residents-hear-area-leaders-minority-business-17732836.php
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Stafford MSD Superintendent and Board Update
Dr. Bostic and Manuel Hinojosa will provide updates on the campus, leadership, and technology implementations. They will speak on their successes as a district and their vision for the future. Event registration and sponsorship opportunities are open for Fort Bend Chamber Members. Event Sponsor – $500, includes company logo on… Original Article: https://thekatynews.com/2022/11/12/stafford-msd-superintendent-and-board-update/
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Nibbles and Sips: Lotus Seafood hosts grand opening
Following a soft opening in June, Lotus Seafood hosted a grand opening event for the Fort Bend County community at its newest location in Stafford, 2903 S. Main St., last weekend. Lotus offers diners both grilled and boiled seafood such as shrimp, oysters and tilapia, according to its website, as… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/culture/nibbles-and-sips-lotus-seafood-hosts-grand-opening/article_5b4f3794-39b6-11ed-8684-9b91bb636c85.html
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Baltimore Man Arrested in Texas on Child Sexual Assault Charges
A Maryland chiropractor was arrested by Fort Bend County Sheriff’s deputies earlier this month on suspicion of sexually assaulting a child. The alleged victim is a minor resident of the Houston metropolitan area, and the suspect is accused of traveling from Baltimore to carry out the crime. Blake Edward… Original Article: https://dallasexpress.com/baltimore-man-arrested-in-texas-on-child-sexual-assault-charge/
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Chiropractor arrested for child sexual assault in Texas
STAFFORD, Texas (KWTX) – A Baltimore, Maryland chiropractor who is accused of sexual assault of a child he met through an online video gaming platform has been arrested by the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office. Blake Edward Kalkstein, 37, was arrested by deputies at approximately 11:15 a.m. July 6… Original Article: https://www.kwtx.com/2022/07/24/chiropractor-arrested-child-sexual-assault-texas/
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Stafford woman charged in shooting case
A Stafford woman is accused of shooting her husband in the stomach during an argument last week, according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office. Michaela Juane Davis, 26, of Stafford, has been charged with aggravated assault of a family member with a weapon causing significant bodily injury in connection to the shooting, according to…
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Stafford woman accused of shooting her husband in domestic dispute
STAFFORD, Texas – A Stafford woman is behind bars after allegedly shooting her husband in a domestic dispute on Wednesday, deputies said. According to a release from the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called out ot the 700 block of Stafford Springs Avenue around 4:35 p.m. regarding a domestic dispute where a 24-year-old…
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Nibbles & Sips: Lotus holds soft opening in Stafford
Lotus Seafood held a soft opening last Wednesday for its fifth Houston-area location at 2903 S. Main St. in Stafford, according to a Facebook post from the restaurant. Lotus offers diners both grilled and boiled seafood such as shrimp, oysters and tilapia, according to its website, as well as both boneless and traditional chicken wings…
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Pastor of Stafford church accused of assault
The pastor of a church in Stafford has been arrested amid accusations he had been assaulting a woman since 2020, according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office. Gregorio Geremias Maldonado, 44, of Katy, has been charged with assault, according to county court records. Maldonado’s charge comes after a… Original Article: https://www.fortbendstar.com/countynews/pastor-of-stafford-church-accused-of-assault/article_6534d880-e01b-11ec-bffd-671f050264d0.html
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Stafford Pastor Arrested for Alleged Indecent Assault
– On Wednesday, May 18, 2022, Gregorio Maldonado, 44, Pastor of Casa de MAAM located in the 10500 block of W. Airport in Stafford, Texas was arrested by Fort Bend County Sheriff’s deputies for Indecent Assault. He is in custody at the Fort Bend County Jail with a bond set at $10,000. Original Article: https://thekatynews.com/2022/05/21/stafford-pastor-arrested-for-alleged-indecent-assault/