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Proposed concrete plant raises concerns
Five Needville ISD patrons addressed trustees at the Sept. 16 school board meeting.
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On a firing line, where victory is measured in fractions of a millimeter, stillness is mastered. In Fort Bend County, a group of young athletes are dialing in their skills and their focus, one bullseye at a time.. The Fort…...
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On the Mark: A local 4-H Precision Rifle team is giving Fort Bend County youth confidence — and a shot at college scholarships
On a firing line, where victory is measured in fractions of a millimeter, stillness is mastered. In Fort Bend County, a group of young athletes are dialing in their skills and their focus, one bullseye at a time.....
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Jaime’s Dairy Treat: A Local Legend
It’s 3:30 p.m. on a hot Friday afternoon, and Betty is filling a fountain drink for a customer at Jaime’s Dairy Treat in Richmond.
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Celebrating 1 Year: More vendors, more vendors are heading to historic downtown Richmond on the first Friday of each month
The city of Richmond has hosted a local farmers market for years. However, this time last year, it was rebranded as First Friday at the Market.
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Investing in the Community Health systems continue to grow presence in Fort Bend County
Fort Bend County is served by a comprehensive network of regional health systems, independent hospitals, specialty centers and community care providers....
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A Recipe Distinctly Texan: The Farmer’s Wife’s Secret to Perfectly Toasted Pecans
Rhea Ann’s father, a pecan farmer (amongst other specialties) in Texas provided a peak into his wife’s cookbook for practical kitchen wisdom gathered over decades of family dinners....
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13 Alert Traffic: Crews clean up aftermath of 18-wheeler fire on inbound lanes of I-69 near Fannin
An 18-wheeler fire caused some backups for drivers along the Southwest Freeway near Fannin on Tuesday morning.
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Former Fort Bend ISD superintendent reimburses district $17K in lawsuit settlement, officials say
The district called the lawsuit baseless, but says they still had to pay counsel with taxpayer money to defend the case.
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Tractor-trailer catches fire on Highway 59 northbound at Fannin Street
Drivers heading through Houston using the Southwest Freeway early Tuesday morning are facing delays following a major vehicle fire.
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AJ Rafael, singer, YouTuber and TikTok creator, to headline 2026 Houston Filipino Street Festival at Constellation Field in Sugar Land, Texas
AJ Rafael, a singer, songwriter and creator with roughly 300,000 followers, will bring his music to the 2026 Houston Filipino Street Festival on Oct. 17 in Sugar Land....
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When Can Innocente Come Home?
Innocente Batamula and wife Nelia pose for a selfie during happier times. Innocente was taken into custody this summer by ICE and his family doesn’t know if or when he will be released or transported back to his home country…...
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Lawn mower racing at the Fort Bend County Fair
Waylon Wright, 10, of Hallettsville, was all smiles Saturday after finishing first in his heat. He is the son of Mark and Kelly Wright. The fifth-grader has been racing three years....
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Mower racers roar in O.D. Tucker Arena
Needville High School freshman Chevy Zwahr,14, finished the first heat in first place at the Lou Sargeant III Memorial Lawn Mower Races & Kart Races on Saturday....
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Human remains found near Luling renew questions about Jason Landry’s disappearance nearly 6 years ago
Human remains have been found near the area where Texas State University student Jason Landry disappeared nearly six years ago, but authorities have not confirmed whether the remains belong to Landry. Texas State student from Missouri City missing after car found totaled, abandon...
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SH-36 reopened in Fort Bend County after vehicle rollover spills load of sand, authorities say
Officials also shared a photo of the rollover, adding, "This crash involves a spilled load of sand." The road has since reopened.
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Needville Parents/Bonfire
While horns and percussion sections played what Needville Blue Jay band members call “Tomahawk” at the community-wide pep rally and bonfire, clarinetists and others do the motions. From left are Ruby Ann Lawless, Adelynn Victery, Guadalupe Huerta and Macey Miller....
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Lady Horns run Showcase
George Ranch freshman Kampbell Muska (4127) rounds a corner at the Katy Seven Lakes Showcase cross country meet Sept. 12 at Katy Seven Lakes High School....
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Runners keep pushing at meets
Cross country teams are headed toward the end of the regular season.
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Fulshear police chief fired
The Fulshear City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to terminate Police Chief Kenneth “Kenny” Seymour following a two-month-long investigation into possible wrongdoing....
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Needville vs Bay City
Needville setter Emma Roberts serves up a ball to Bay City during Tuesday’s District 22-4A match. Before the match Roberts was honored and named Texas Farm Bureau Player of the Week....
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Lady Jays keep district streak alive
NEEDVILLE — Playing for first place in District 22-4A, the Needville Lady Jays took hold of Bay City and swept them 27-25, 25-13, 25-10 Tuesday night in front of a good crowd....
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Ride to Rosenberg Car Show
The 9th annual Ride to Rosenberg Car Show included more than 140 vintage, classic and antique automobiles, as well as new, high-tech vehicles.
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Tesla considering $10.1B solar manufacturing project that could bring thousands of jobs in Fort Bend County
A proposed Tesla project worth more than $10 billion could bring thousands of jobs to Fort Bend County if the company moves forward with plans to build a large solar manufacturing facility. Lamar Consolidated Independent School District trustees are expected to consider a propert...
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Fort Bend County Clerk Richmond Office Closure Notice
Please be advised that the Travis Office location at 301 Jackson Street in Richmond will be closed on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for staff training....
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Who owns it? Why has it been unattended for years? Abandoned commercial truck in Sugar Land sparks questions
If you’re heading to Whataburger in the 4500 block of Highway 6, there’s a good chance you’ve noticed the truck sitting just off to the side of the drive-thru window. It’s an unmarked commercial vehicle that appears to have been abandoned in the shopping center parking lot — and ...
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Fort Bend ISD leaders to vote on new tax rate for property owners within district, agenda reveals
According to the agenda, the Fort Bend ISD board will discuss adopting a tax rate of 99 cents per $100 of property valuation.
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Restored after a century
Workers with Stanton Studios remove a restored stained glass window from its cradle inside a moving van. Stanton Studios is located in Waco and has earned a reputation for restoration of antiques and artwork. The company was hired to restore…...
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First Friday at the Market
Faye Knight of Richmond, at left, purchased some sourdough bread from Blue Bonnet Bread Co.,one of several dozen vendors who take part in the First Friday at the Market event each month. Blue Bonnet proprietor Robyn Torpey said she has…...