Archive for June, 2009

Volunteers Needed As English Tutors, Workers In Community Garden

Volunteer Fort Bend is looking for people who are interested in helping local civic and nonprofit organizations.  Here are some current needs:   Make a difference   English language tutors are needed to help Fort Bend residents new to our …

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Gov. Perry Extends Fort Bend County’s Aerial Fireworks Ban Throughout July 4 Holiday

Texas Gov. Rick Perry has extended Fort Bend County's disaster declaration signed Tuesday, banning the sale and use of aerial fireworks through July 6 at 7 a.m. The ban

Index Shows Fort Bend Now Experiencing Moderate Drought

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Fort Bend County Health Director Warns People To Protect Themselves Against Heat Wave

Fort Bend County's health director is warning people without air conditioning to spend time in public facilities that are cooled, to avoid serious health problems caused by the

Embattled Fort Bend ISD Transportation Director Suddenly Resigns

Richard Torres, Fort Bend Independent School District's embattled transportation director, has resigned from his post. A district spokeswoman said Torres has been replaced by transportation department employee James Hoss,

Fort Bend County Judge Signs Disaster Declaration, Bans Aerial Fireworks Sale And Use

Only hours after commissioners court imposed a burn ban, County Judge Robert Hebert also signed a Disaster Declaration for Threat of Wildfires Proclamation for

Missouri City Hosts Second Annual ‘Super Hero Lunch’ For Moms and Sons

Moms and their sons will have a chance to transform into their favorite costumed crime fighters during Missouri City’s second annual “Super Hero Lunch.”

Sugar Land Hosts Asian-Indian ‘101’ Seminar For Senior Staff

As a part of an ongoing effort to enhance the Sugar Land’s ability to serve all segments of the community, a half-day

Dulles Middle School To Offer New Competition Math And Science Elective

During the 2009-`10 school year, Dulles Middle School students will be given the opportunity to prepare for high school level math and science

With Dry Conditions Increasing, Sugar Land Plans Strict Fireworks Enforcement

Weeks of clear, dry weather have created conditions that could lead to a drought and an increased danger of fires, and with

HCC Presents ‘Godspell’ At Annex Theatre In Stafford

The Houston Community College Southwest College Fine Arts Department will present the musical “Godspell” June 26 through June 28, June 30, July 1-3

Fort Bend Seniors Issues Appeal For Fans To Aid Area Senior Citizens

To help area seniors cope with the high temperatures this summer, Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels is making a plea to the

Sugar Land July 4 Fireworks Show Will Go On, Burn Ban Notwithstanding

A county-wide burn ban designed in part to prevent the discharge of fireworks will nonetheless not put a damper on the City of Sugar Land's plans to host