By George Slaughter Fort Bend Sheriff’s Office deputies and detectives arrested a fugitive connected to a robbery that occurred in the Mission Bend subdivision. Deputies arrested Johnny Ray Rodgers, 29, at about 11 a.m. Wednesday. They made the arrest as […]
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Teens Can Earn Volunteer-Service Hours With Libraries’ Online Advisory Councils
This fall, Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will offer fun, online programs specifically designed for high school-age teens in grades 9 through 12. In November, the programs will be either live-streamed via Webex or pre-recorded videos. Registration is required for […]
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available to Texas Small Businesses
Small nonfarm businesses in the following counties are now eligible to apply for low interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration. These loans offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by excessive moisture that occurred in […]
5 Ways to Massive Profits
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce’s Business and Professional Division will host an informative event, “5 Ways to Massive Profits” with certified business coach and ActionCOACH practice owner, David Braddy. This session, moderated by King Banerjee, FBCC Business & Professional Division Chair, will […]
Libraries Host Virtual Children’s Programs In November
Fort Bend County Libraries’ (FBCL) youth-services programming will be presented in virtual format so that families can view them from home. These virtual activities will take place online; they will NOT be in person at the library. All activities will be […]
Libraries Support New Writers With National Novel-Writing Month Online Activities
In recognition of National Novel-Writing Month in November, Fort Bend County Libraries encourages fledgling writers or anyone who has ever wanted to write a novel to join in this coast-to-coast annual writing challenge. Established in 1999, National Novel Writing Month […]
DPS Urges Children, Drivers to Learn Safe Habits During National School Bus Safety Week
National School Bus Safety Week is Oct. 18-22 and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) would like to remind the public that they play an important role in ensuring the school buses make it to their destinations safely each […]
The Fort Bend Chamber: Connecting Businesses and Communities to Opportunity!
Did you know that the Fort Bend Chamber collaborates with local and state entities and many volunteer leaders to help grow our infrastructure and improve transportation in our community to help our businesses grow and improve the quality of life? […]
Houston Man Arrested for Suspected Road Rage Shooting in Fort Bend County
By George Slaughter A 19-year-old Houston man is in the Fort Bend County Jail on $500,000 bond following a suspected road rage shooting in Fort Bend County. Deputies arrested Ramon Vasquez early Saturday morning and charged him with murder. Deputies […]
Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Seeks the Public’s Help in Identifying the Deceased
If you recognize or believe you may be able to help identify the deceased, contact the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at either number provided: Main Number: 832-927-5000 or Forensic Investigations: 832-927-5001 Announcement Date: 10/13/2021 Date of Death/Recovery: 10/9/2021 IFS Case Number: […]
