Privacy in Purchasing

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher I don’t advertise my purchases.  I have a job, and my credit cards work; therefore, I feel a limited at best obligation to share my shopping soirees with Mr. Kaminski.  Sure, there are times when I will provide cursory details to the money man, but all in all, I keep...

Embracing the Different

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher I’m different.  I’ve always known that. Mother always said I was “special,” but I know that’s code for odd.  I like things that most people don’t.  I certainly wear things that most people won’t.  I read things that most people would absolutely refuse....

8th Annual absolutely! The Best Reader’s Choice of Brazos’ Favorites

This fall, we invited readers to our website to take an online survey to tell us who their favorites are in Brazos in nine different categories: • FOOD • SHOPPING • ENTERTAINMENT • PROFESSIONAL SERVICES • SCHOOLS • PETS • HEALTHCARE • AUTO • HOME IMPROVEMENTS And boy, did they come...

Absolutely! Brazos Cares About Community

It’s finally Fall, and that means back to school, Friday night lights and two-digit instead of three-digit temperatures.  In Fort Bend, this season also marks the beginning of Fall fun with many community events.  So, what’s happening this Fall in the Bend with our amazing community organizations? We...

Oakbend Medical Center’s Ace Unit Reopens Providing Excellent Care For Elderly Patients

BRAZOS Cover Story | By Tanya Sterling Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography – OakBend Medical Center’s Jack and Billie Wendt Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) Unit has officially reopened its doors, ushering in a new sense of normalcy to the healthcare facility. The ACE Unit, specially designed to...

At Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Fighting Cancer is Personal

COVER STORY | Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography – Cancer patients have unique needs that are critical to successful treatment. Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center at  Sugar Land is on their side. The global fight against cancer is driven by innovation and research – new discoveries, breakthrough...

Putting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities in the Winner’s Circle

Cover Story | By Patti Parish-Kaminski | Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography – Three thousand three hundred volunteer hours. Over 300 clients. Eighteen equine staff members – the official title for this organization’s valued horse team members – with only five staff instructors, one mental health...

Happy New Year!

The new year has rung in with a bang – an icy cold bang! As we look forward to what a new year and new opportunities bring, we reached out to several friends and neighbors to ask what their goals and resolutions are for 2023. We are excited to share their thoughts with you, and hopefully, you will get...

Expert Collision Center Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary

COVER STORY | By Tanya Sterling  | Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography – A ten-year milestone is usually reflected with a gift that is traditionally tin or aluminum, symbolizing strength and resilience. The 10-year anniversary of Expert Collision Center in Rosenberg, Texas is a perfect example of what...

Houston Methodist Breast Care Center at Sugar Land Mammograms Save Lives

COVER STORY  |  Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography – Teamwork and compassion enable the Houston Methodist Breast Care Center at Sugar Land to help two local women overcome their cancer diagnoses. Brendolyn Herbert was in good health. She exercised every day and watched her diet. With no family...