Katy’s weather can shift from scorching summer heat to sudden Gulf storms in a matter of hours. While most residents prepare their roofs, windows, and emergency kits, many overlook the single largest moving object on the property: the garage door. […]
Commissioner Meyers celebrates his 3rd Annual International Yoga Day with residents
Sugar Land, Texas (June 21, 2025) - Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Commissioner Andy Meyers hosted dozens of people celebrating International Yoga Day on Saturday in Sugar Land. Meyers took part in the session as professional certified yoga instructors led […]
Senator Cruz Statement on U.S. Striking Iranian Regime Nuclear Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued a statement following U.S. strikes on Iranian regime nuclear infrastructure. Sen. Cruz said, “I commend our pilots and servicemembers, our intelligence personnel, President Trump, and his national security staff on tonight’s successful and […]
Tech-driven rice and bioenergy research expands at Beaumont
Yang leads cutting-edge work to boost productivity and sustainability with digital technology June 20, 2025 – by Kay Ledbetter A future where the rice crop uses less water and thrives with lower inputs is coming into sharper focus at the Texas A&M AgriLife […]
Seven Heat Safety Tips to Protect You From the Texas Summer Heat
AUSTIN — June in Texas means the arrival of scorching temperatures and the risk of heat-related illness, so Texas State Parks offers seven tips to help parkgoers beat the heat and safely enjoy the beauty that Texas has to offer. […]
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Concludes Trade Mission in Historic Republic of Texas Embassy in Paris
(Harris County, TX, June 20, 2025) — Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo concluded a high-impact trade and diplomacy mission to Paris this week, leading a regional delegation alongside the Greater Houston Partnership and Rice University focused on unlocking international investment, expanding innovation […]
Conservation License Plate Program Updates Classic Plate to Celebrates 25 Years
AUSTIN –Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is asking Texans to help it revamp a classic license plate in recognition of the 25th anniversary of its Conservation License Plate Program (CLPP) that has helped fund Texas fisheries, state parks, wildlife management, research and […]
EMPLOYERS ADDED A PALTRY 3,600 JOBS IN MAY
(HOUSTON, Texas, June 20, 2025) — Houston-area employers added just 3,600 jobs across all industries in May, a figure that falls substantially below the long-term trend, according to data released Friday by Workforce Solutions – Gulf Coast. The leisure and hospitality […]
Libraries Support Aspiring Writers with Monthly Workshops
Fort Bend County Libraries presents workshops each month that encourage fledgling writers, or anyone who has ever wanted to write a novel, to take the plunge and pursue their dreams in a helpful, supportive environment. Throughout the month of July, […]
LIBRARIES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY
All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries — which includes the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, the Fulshear Branch Library, and the Mission Bend Branch Library — will be closed Friday through Sunday, July 4-6, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Regular library hours will resume on Monday, […]

