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Rice Farming in Fort Bend

By Joan Frances | Photos from Fort Bend County Museum Association Residents of Fort Bend, especially the farmers, are fortunate. Combined with mild...
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Dr. John Nguyen’s Commitment to Excellence at Sugar Land Plastic Surgery

As part of his commitment to excellence, Dr. John Nguyen has achieved the prestigious distinction of becoming double board certified in plastic...
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Houston Methodist Rheumatology Associates Welcomes Dr. Angela McCain

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is pleased to welcome Angela McCain, M.D., as she joins Houston Methodist Rheumatology Associates. Dr. McCain...
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Renae Melchor

  Business Spotlight: While seasonal decorating is a must for most during the traditional Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, holiday décor...
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Valentine’s Days Gone By, Relived and Renewed

By Caron Lopez – As a grade school girl, I can remember the anticipation of Valentine’s Day. We decorated our little white bags with red...
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February 2014 Events

February 1st, 9 – 11 am Saturday with the Master GardenersJoin the Fort Bend County Master Gardeners in four acres of demonstration gardens and...
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2014 Toyota Corolla

By Steve Kursar –   The 2014 Toyota Corolla has emerged from a full redesign,  and you may not recognize the sharp-looking new model. This...
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The Gold of the South

By Joan Frances –   Historically, cotton was discovered over 7,000 years ago and is one of the oldest fibers distributed throughout the...
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Winter Blues? Six Ways to Improve Mood and Energy

A packed winter social calendar, endless temptations for fattening comfort foods and mounting holiday expenses may make one want to hide under the...
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Oakbend Medical Center Announces Physician of the Year

Dr. Ivan N. Mefford, family medicine physician, has been named OakBend Medical Center’s 2013 Physician of the Year. The presentation was made at...
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recent from EDITOR'S POV Holiday Cheer is Here!
Holiday Cheer is Here! The holiday season brings a unique energy, from bustling days of gift shopping to festivals and social events, to momentous family trips and heartwarming celebrations. In this flurry of activity, let’s remember to be thankful, grateful and blessed for our family and friends. Spending time with family...
recent from CALENDAR Happy Birthday America!
Happy Birthday America! Richmond Independence Day Celebration Saturday, July 2nd  9 am – 5 pm George Ranch Historical Park Celebrate our great Nation at the George Ranch. Come and let Freedom Ring together! Step back in time and experience the history of an authentic American cattle ranch and learn about the local people who...
recent from NEWSWORTHY Fort Bend County Libraries Honored During National Library Week ‘For its enduring legacy and its rising future’
Fort Bend County Libraries Honored During National Library Week ‘For its enduring legacy and its rising future’ On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, the Office of the Fort Bend County Judge hosted a Proclamation Ceremony recognizing the Fort Bend County Libraries system during National Library Week. The weeklong observance, running from April 19 through April 25, is an annual, nationwide awareness campaign that underscores...
recent from FORT BEND STRONG School Has Started and You Have Homework!
School Has Started  and You Have Homework! It is September 2023. Many of you are enjoying peace and quiet at home – the kids are back in school! For seven to eight hours each school day, you have some time to do things you want to do for yourself. Parents still have to keep the kitchen pantry full, drive car pool and wash the family’s clothes,...
recent from FEATURES Lamar CISD Board Approves Namesakes for Six New Campuses
Lamar CISD Board Approves Namesakes for Six New Campuses At the December Board meeting, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees approved six names for new campuses including elementary schools 35-38, middle school 7 and a future campus site. In the next phase, these elementary schools will be matched with the respective namesake. Namesakes selected include: Antonio...
recent from MEDICAL FOCUS Taking Steps Towards Relief: Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital Hosts Joint Pain Seminar
Taking Steps Towards Relief: Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital Hosts Joint Pain Seminar Is joint pain holding you back from the activities you love? Whether it’s struggling to keep up with your morning routine, feeling stiffness in your knees after a long day, or wincing at every step on the stairs, joint pain can make life challenging. But relief is possible. Next month, Houston Methodist...