25th Annual Investment in Youth Celebration

The Community Resources Division of the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce will host the 25th Annual Investment in Youth celebration on Wednesday, April 19th from 11:30 am to 1 pm at Safari Texas Ranch. In partnership with The George Foundation, the Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) program brings together juniors and...

Fort Bend County Fair’s Cindy Schmidt Honored

A huge honor for Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo’s Fair Manager, Cindy Schmidt, occurred as she received the 2023 Texas Association of Fair and Events (TAFE) “Professional of the Year” award. The well-deserved recognition took place at the TAFE convention held in Galveston. The elite honor...

Swing from the Heart KCM Charity Golf Tournament

Katy Christian Ministries (KCM) is pleased to announce its 24th Annual Swing from The Heart Golf Tournament, set to take place at Weston Lakes Country Club on April 10th, 2023. This year’s tournament will be a great opportunity for golfers and non-golfers alike to join KCM in supporting their social...

Lamar CISD Celebrates Trustees During School Board Recognition Month

January has been declared as School Board Recognition Month by Governor Abbott and the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). Lamar CISD proudly joins the celebration to highlight all seven trustees for their dedication and commitment to the district. The theme of the year is “Forward, Together,”...

George Memorial Library to Celebrate Lunar New Year

Fort Bend County Libraries will host a Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, February 4th, from 1 to 3 pm, at George Memorial Library, located at 1001 Golfview in Richmond. Activities and crafts celebrating the Year of the Rabbit are planned for families with children of all ages. Dancing lions from the...

Libraries Host College-Preparedness Programs for Teens in January

Fort Bend County Libraries will host two programs in January to help college-bound students and their parents prepare for college. These programs will provide helpful information on completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application and selecting the right college to help pave the...

George Memorial Library Hosts Workshop For Aspiring Novelists

Fort Bend County Libraries’ George Memorial Library will host a special workshop for aspiring writers, “Revision-uary: A Story-Revision Workshop,” on Thursdays, January 5th and 26th, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, in Room 2C of the library, located at 1001 Golfview in Richmond. This 2-part, hands-on workshop...

Homeless Pet Placement League Announces Inaugural Gala, The Ultimate “Tailgate” Party on January 28th

Rescue dog Blondie and Homeless Pet Placement League (HPPL) Vice President Eileen Akerson are ready for HPPL’s inaugural gala. The Ultimate “Tailgate” Party will be held on January 28th at Liberty Venue in Richmond, Texas. “This will be a fun and casual event to celebrate the tireless efforts of our...

Texas Bar Foundation is Making a Big Impact Toward Justice for Youth

With a mission that includes enhancing the rule of law and system of justice in Texas, especially for programs that relate to the administration of justice for the underserved, the Texas Bar Foundation awarded Child Advocates of Fort Bend (CAFB) a grant to support its work in court advocacy for children and...

Fort Bend Women’s Center Announces Girlfriends Giggle 2023 Fundraiser Event

Fort Bend Women’s Center is excited to announce that Girlfriends Giggle, sponsored by PCCA, is back by popular demand, Thursday evening, 2.23.23, at the Stafford Centre! Girlfriends Giggle is a grown-up PJ party for women, 21 and over, with an incredibly special purpose, which is to raise funds for needed...