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The Rosenberg City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to adopt the city’s animal control and shelter policy and procedures. The new wording reconfirms the shelter’s no-kill stance, city leaders said.
AUSTIN — State Sen. Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston) will explain the Senate’s unprecedented $16.5 billion Property Tax Relief bills in the Senate Committee on Finance today, March 15th, 2023. The hearing starts at 9:00 a.m. “The Senate Property Tax Plan is eye-popping for 5.72 million Texas Hom…
A Forest Production and Management Program will be held on March 23 from 9-11 a.m. at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension-Fort Bend County Office, 1402 Band Road, Rosenberg. Register at abhakeem@pvamu.edu.
Rosenberg City Council will host a public hearing on amending the Unified Development Code regarding parking lots and driveways.
A former accountant for the city of Kendleton told council members she had been fired after notifying the mayor about shoddy bookkeeping practices at City Hall, including the use of city credit cards for personal reasons.
The city of Kendleton may have violated state law when it increased the water rates at the Lazy K RV Park in 2021.
Voices were raised in The Kendleton Church of God chapel on Tuesday evening, and it wasn’t from the congregation or the choir.
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Chance of Rain: 4%
Sunrise: 07:21:04 AM
Sunset: 07:37:22 PM
Humidity: 47%
Wind: NNW @ 10 mph
UV Index: 9 Very High
Saturday Night
A few passing clouds. Low 57F. Winds light and variable.
Chance of Rain: 72%
Sunrise: 07:19:52 AM
Sunset: 07:37:58 PM
Humidity: 86%
Wind: SE @ 8 mph
UV Index: 5 Moderate
Sunday Night
Considerable cloudiness. Low 68F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph.
Chance of Rain: 59%
Sunrise: 07:18:41 AM
Sunset: 07:38:34 PM
Humidity: 80%
Wind: E @ 10 mph
UV Index: 6 High
Monday Night
Scattered thunderstorms during the evening becoming more widespread overnight. Low around 65F. Winds ENE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 70%.
Chance of Rain: 50%
Sunrise: 07:17:30 AM
Sunset: 07:39:09 PM
Humidity: 77%
Wind: NNE @ 15 mph
UV Index: 6 High
Tuesday Night
Cloudy skies. Low 58F. Winds NE at 10 to 15 mph.
Chance of Rain: 24%
Sunrise: 07:16:19 AM
Sunset: 07:39:45 PM
Humidity: 73%
Wind: E @ 11 mph
UV Index: 7 High
Wednesday Night
Considerable cloudiness. Low 64F. Winds ESE at 10 to 15 mph.
Chance of Rain: 45%
Sunrise: 07:15:08 AM
Sunset: 07:40:20 PM
Humidity: 81%
Wind: SE @ 17 mph
UV Index: 4 Moderate
Thursday Night
Overcast. Low 72F. Winds SSE at 10 to 20 mph.
Chance of Rain: 24%
Sunrise: 07:13:58 AM
Sunset: 07:40:56 PM
Humidity: 74%
Wind: S @ 15 mph
UV Index: 4 Moderate
Friday Night
A few isolated thunderstorms developing late. Low 67F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 30%.
Crime
A Fort Bend County grand jury returned indictments against 10 individuals this month for a variety of felony offenses.
Sports
Fulshear quarterback Parker Williams is heading to West Point to play for the Black Knights and to serve in the U.S. Army.
Foster has now scored runs in 11 consecutive innings, including two shutout wins on Monday and Tuesday.
ROSENBERG — The Rangers suffered a 4-1 setback to Dobie at home on Friday before this week’s bi-district playoff game against Madison.
The 2023 edition of the Bayou Bowl will feature five representatives from Lamar Consolidated ISD playing for the West Team on June 10 at Mont Belvieu’s Barbers Hill Stadium.
SUGAR LAND — The Lady Falcons continued their dominance through District 20-5A with a third-consecutive mercy ruling over Kempner in five innings on Wednesday.
RICHMOND - The Lady Chargers routed the Lady Lions on Tuesday in five innings.
Community
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Law Librarian, Andrew Bennett, will present a series of “Pro Se Basics” introductory demonstrations of the informational legal resources that are available to the public at the Fort Bend County Willie Melton Law Library. These programs will be available both in-pe…
Widely reported in the press is that President Joe Biden called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to express his concern about judicial reforms that are currently being considered in Israel.
Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circle…
Elizabeth Lao, 25, of Richmond (above) shows off some skin care products she makes herself and sells at the Richmond Farmers Market. Her booth, Purity of Skin Care, was among two dozen booths set up in Historic Downtown Richmond on the first Friday of each month.
This past Saturday, 26 graduating high school seniors from across Fort Bend County each received a $1,500 scholarship from Sheriff Eric Fagan, Jokes and Justice, in partnership with Patrick’s Project, and Unlimited Visions Aftercare, Inc.
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Education
Two Needville ISD trustees are up for reelection in the May 6 General Election, with one having drawn an opponent. Board Vice President Kim Janke is being challenged for his Position 6 seat on the board by Tyler Bridges. Board President Chris Janicek is unopposed for his Position 7 seat.
Lamar Consolidated ISD voters will have their chance to vote on three district seats, including one vacancy, in the May 6 school board election.
The Fulshear and Lamar Consolidated theatre programs will represent LCISD at the UIL One Act Play Bi-District competition later this month.
RICHMOND — Wharton County Junior College’s Emergency Medical Services program has expanded its services at the Richmond campus thanks to a state grant. The public is invited to get an up-close look at these improvements at an open house from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, at the Richm…
Lamar Consolidated ISD campuses earned an A-rating from the state in 2022, but Supt. Roosevelt Nivens cautioned staff from getting too overjoyed over the good marks.
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Health
SUGAR LAND — Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital welcomed board-certified neurologist, Darine Kassar, M.D. to Houston Methodist Sugar Land Neurology Associates.
Diamond Washington prepares Sally Garcia for her blood donation outside the Rosenberg Police Department on Monday. The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center hosted the blood drive.
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is excited to announce that Southwest Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates has become part of Houston Methodist Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates, joining Rosalyn Miller, D.O., Elizabeth Mosier M.D., and Michelle Shan Jiang, M.D.
SUGAR LAND – Patients with a disorder of the esophagus that makes swallowing difficult now have a local option for advanced endoscopic surgery that can provide relief.
Residents living in and around the Rosenberg can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening.
Upcoming Events!
Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Rosenberg will host its annual Easter egg hunt on Sunday, Apr…
St. Paul Lutheran Church Men in Mission, Women of St. Paul and Lutheran Youth Ministry will …
The Fort Bend Chapter of the Texas German Society will take a trip to the German Museum in A…
The Amaro Law Firm will host its 2023 Easter Egg hunt on Sunday, April 9, at Constellation …
VFW Post 3903 will celebrate Vietnam Veterans Day from 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, March 29, …
The Fort Bend Knights of Columbus Council No. 2801 will hold its 34th annual all-you-can-eat…
Kids can dust off their fishing poles as local children aged 4 through 16 are eligible to co…
All veterans are invited to join the American Legion Post at its monthly meeting on Thursda…
Come join Lunches of Love for its Walk of Love & 5K Fun Run on Saturday, March 4, from 1…
The Richmond Farmers Market will take place from 3-7 p.m., Friday, March 3, at Richmond’s Ol…
St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus Council No. 7067 will hold its annual season of lent fish…
The Fairchilds Volunteer Fire Department is planning to hold its 39th annual benefit dinner …