Learn how to grow plants from cuttings, division and seeds in a free class offered May 4 by Fort Bend County Master Gardeners. The class “Growing Plants from Seeds/Cuttings” is part of the Grow Your Own Series and will be offered at the Bud O’Shieles Community Center, 1330 Band Road in Rosenberg, beginning at 9 a.m. Registration is required for the 90-minute class. Register at Grow Your Own Registration – Fort Bend (agrilife.org) All registered attendees will […]
April, 2024
Fiscal Notes: Financial Literacy for Families
(AUSTIN) — In the latest Fiscal Notes, the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts explores how talking with kids about money at an early age can pay off in the long run. This online issue, which coincides with Financial Literacy Month, features a Q&A with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar, who shares his approach to teaching financial skills to his three children. “Teaching children about money is an important investment in their future, and it can start at any age,” Hegar said. “Research […]
Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Edwards County Deer Breeding Facility
AUSTIN — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of two cases of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in an Edwards County deer breeding facility, marking the first detections in the county. A pair of two-year-old does tested positive using antemortem testing conducted to meet CWD surveillance requirements for deer. Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) initially analyzed the samples, and the National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Iowa […]
Cy-Fair’s Own Amy Ramon Has Been Selected as Fire Chief of the Year. Here’s Why.
Colleagues cite Chief Ramon’s unique skill-set background, team-building savvy, and commitment to her employees and community as reasons she deserves the honor—not to mention the success of the Cy-Fair Fire Department itself. Houston, TX (April 2024)—When you build a life on what you’re passionate about, it takes you to some surprising places. Cy-Fair Fire Department Fire Chief Amy Ramon is a good example. When she started out with Cy-Fair Fire Department, she was a 20-year-old volunteer firefighter driven […]
Old Fashioned English Language Skills – Reading & Writing – De-emphasized in Public ED; But Still the Path to Academic & Professional Success
By George Scott Project Director, Academic Equity Advocates * PAID ADVERTISING https://academicequityadvocates.com Correct grammar usage. Which is it? Old fashioned; needless waste of time; not worth the effort? A skill set that will help your child the rest of his or her life in a work environment or higher education. A key goal of Academic Equity Advocates is to help parents help their children succeed in public education, with a particular focus upon English Language skills […]
Building Community with Financial Literacy: Members Choice Credit Union Hosts Financial Family Fun Fair
Houston, Texas (April 25, 2024) – Members Choice Credit Union (MCCU) successfully transformed its Katy Freeway branch location into a Financial Family Fun Fair on Saturday, April 20. This one-of-a-kind event, designed to infuse the learning of personal finance with fun and accessibility for individuals of all ages, was a unique way for the credit union to commemorate Financial Literacy Month. The Financial Family Fun Fair featured a variety of activities and learning opportunities, including: Lemonade […]
The Publics Assistance needed to find Next Of Kin
April 24, 2024 To Whom It May Concern: We are requesting the public’s assistance in locating next of kin for the following deceased individuals. We would appreciate your publishing a brief notice in the next few days in the hopes that family or friends may see the information and contact this office. Sincerely, Michelle R. Sanford, Ph.D., D-ABFE ID Coordinator Forensic Investigations The information follows on the next page: HUBERT TRACY LEE – White Male, […]
August Wilson’s Radio Golf Takes Center Stage in the 4th Ward: A Collaboration between Alley Theatre, Freedmen’s Town Museums, and The Ensemble Theatre
HOUSTON, TX – Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre and Artistic Director Rob Melrose is pleased to announce Alley Theatre will host a staged reading of August Wilson’s Radio Golf in collaboration with the Freedmen’s Town Museums of Rutherford B. H. Yates Museum, Inc. and The Ensemble Theatre on May 18, 2024, at 3:00 pm. The initiative aims to provide a profound understanding of the historical significance of Freedmen’s Town and spark meaningful dialogues. Alley Theatre Associate Artistic Director Brandon Weinbrenner shares, “August Wilson’s Radio Golf is a seminal piece of […]
Signs and Symptoms of Addiction: A Self-Assessment Guide
In 2019, approximately 165.4 million people aged 12 or older, which represents 60.1% of this age group, engaged in the use of substances like tobacco, alcohol, kratom, or illegal drugs in a 30-day timeframe. How can you spot the early signs before it takes over your life? Paying attention to changes in your physical health, behaviors, emotions and relationships provides clues. Understanding the psychological grip of addiction and its impacts on life aids in assessing […]
Congratulations to the Excellence for Nonprofit Leadership, Class of 2024!
On the 4th of April, the Fort Bend Chamber held its 21st Excellence for Nonprofit Leadership (ENL) graduation ceremony at The George Ranch Historical Park recognizing another remarkable class of outstanding nonprofit leaders. The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The George Foundation, designed this program to strengthen nonprofit organizations and better equip them to serve the community. The ENL program combines a real-world, organization-based perspective with current thinking and concrete skills to bolster the […]