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July-August 2019 – Out & About in the Heart Brazos

Brews and ‘Cue was OakBend Hospital’s official kick-off dinner for their restaurant week. The event was hosted by Swinging Door. Delicious...
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Is Your Child Kindergarten Ready?

By Tim Kaminski, M.S. CCC/SLP – Making sure that your child is Kindergarten ready is an important step in the overall success of his or her ...
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Gingerbread: Quality Early Education in Fort Bend County

As summer begins to wind down, it is time turn our attention to a new school year. This year, the Gingerbread Family of Learning Centers celebrated...
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Needville Helping Neighbors

In 2017, Hurricane Harvey devastated the Houston area and left so much destruction that changed peoples’ lives forever. Being from a small town...
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Fort Bend County Fair Honorees Named

The Schulze Family will be recognized as the 2019 Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo Honorees. Actively supporting the fair for decades as sponsors,...
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Top High School Graduates

By Emma Watson – Lamar Consolidated Independent School District high schools announced the names of the seniors who were honored with earning...
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July-August 2019 Events

July 8th – August 8th, 9 – 11 am Summer Reading Camp Students will practice their reading skills in a variety of ways while having fun! The...
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Meet Emma Watson

By Joan Frances  | Photos by Candace Byers – As a graduated senior from George Ranch High School, Emma Watson has enjoyed the benefits of a...
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absolutely! focus media Welcomes General Manager Diane Strehl

absolutely! focus media, publisher of community magazines Fort Bend Focus, absolutely! Brazos, absolutely! Katy and Fort Bend CEO, is proud to...
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Retired Nasa Scientist to Share Memories of Apollo Launches

NASA launched Apollo 11 to the moon 50 years ago on July 16, 1969. What exactly did it take to accomplish this successful, history-making mission?...
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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 Child Advocates of Fort Bend Elevates Awareness During Human Trafficking Awareness Month
Child Advocates of Fort Bend Elevates Awareness During Human Trafficking Awareness Month January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shining a light on the tragedy of human trafficking and the continued efforts to end the exploitation of children. Human trafficking is defined as the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring, or receipt of individuals through force,...
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...