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FBISD provides educational Fort Bend Exchange Club volunteers at Champions KidsCamp opportunities and programs Members of the Exchange but a survivor and therefore, a Club of Fort Bend were busy Champion! Exchange Clubs for homeless youth at work serving dinner to 170 throughout the Houston area Fort Bend ISD has a policy to ensure that each homeless youth has access to the same free public education and related services as every other schoolaged student who attends a school in FBISD. FBISD's Special Programs Department and campuses work together to improve the educational outcomes
for homeless students by addressing areas of enrollment, transportation, academic, social, and psychological needs. Amanda Hartley, Title I Coordinator in Special Programs, serves as the District's Homeless Liaison. For information on services provided to our homeless youth, please contact her at 281-634-1355.
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TAYLOR
George Byron Taylor, 82 (affectionately known as Pappy), beloved husband, father and friend who spread joy and love in all of those who were blessed to know him, was called to his eternal home to claim his throne in Heaven on July 23, 2014. He was preceded in death by his father, William Ed Taylor and Mother, Minnie Wood Taylor, Brother, Ernie Taylor and Helen Walters. He leaves behind his precious, devoted wife of 33 years, Juanice Taylor and 6 children Dian and husband James, George Jr. and wife Sherri, Curtis and wife Glinda, Cheri and husband Kerry, Paula and husband Rick, and Ken and companion Kathy. George also leaves behind his baby sister Corene and her husband, Bill. Additionally, he leaves 13 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, who will all miss his shenanigans and unconditional love. George proudly served with the United States Marines and served in the Korean War. He
was a devoted husband and father, who never doubted the presence of the Lord in his life. But Pappy, in his loving and selfless spirit is saying: “As you hold me close in memory, even though we are apart, my spirit will live on, close within your heart. I am always with you! When you lean on trusted friends and their caring arms enfold you with their loving arms, I’ll be there to hold you… I am always with you! And beyond the far horizon, when we’ll finally be together, where love will be eternal and life will be forever, I am always with you! Until we meet again, George, Pappy, you are in our hearts, ALWAYS!
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children who were enjoying a week at Champions Kids Camp in Alvin, Texas. Champions Kids Camp was the brainchild of Nashville singer songwriter, Bill Nash, who started the camp 13 years ago after his own son survived leukemia. The camp is dedicated to the nurturing children who have survived a traumatic injury, illness, or personal loss, such as the loss of a parent or sibling. The goal is to instill a sense of pride and help each child know that they are not a victim
volunteer to serve meals, become dorm moms and dads and donate funds to ensure that every camper has a great time at camp. The Exchange Club of Fort Bend is a group of men and women who promote programs to "give back" to our local community, and recognize people who strive to make our community a better place to live and work. If you would like to learn more about the Exchange Club of Fort Bend “America’s Service Club” visit www. fortbendexchange.org.
Shown in back row l-r are: Layla Kutty, Malik Kutty, Mike Reichek, Dorothy Nall, Evelyn Traylor & Phil Klosowsky; Middle row l-r are: Samar Kutty, Jackie Reichek, Gina Huber & Alicia Klosowsky; on front row is Tracey Shaw.
Sugar Land solid waste, recycling program bags state award The Texas Public Works Association (TPWA) selected the City of Sugar Land to receive a Sustainability Practices Award for achievements in solid waste and recycling. The award recognizes individuals, teams or organizations that have made outstanding contributions to promote sustainability in public works. Sugar Land was recognized for an ongoing public education campaign to make residents aware of solid waste and recycling services intended to reduce waste sent to landfills. Sugar Land's enhanced solid waste and recycling program was implemented several years ago with the goal to increase services and reduce the amount of solid waste sent to landfills. At that time, just 10 percent of waste was being diverted from landfills. The enhanced solid waste and recycling program now includes automated collections of garbage and recycling, a bulky waste
program and increased recycling services such as a green waste recycling program. The city designed an education and marketing campaign to ensure residents are aware of the program. The campaign included both traditional and modern advertising including videos, education events, news releases, mailers, etc. The City of Sugar Land has also made use of social media and developed an informative smart phone app to better educate residents. Through the education campaign and a partnership with Republic Services, the city was able to provide the enhanced services at a savings to taxpayers of $800,000 annually and diverted more than 36 percent
of solid waste from landfills in 2013. To learn more about Sugar
Land's solid waste and recycling services, visit www.sugarlandtx. gov/solidwaste.
Pictured (L-R) during a recent City Council recognition ceremony are Assistant Public Works Director Dawn Steph, Texas Public Works Association Southeast Branch President Andrea Brinkley, Mayor James Thompson and Environmental Manager Gabe Reaume.
Mason Road now open from FM 359 to Hwy. 99 Fort Bend County Officials gathered Tuesday, July 22, to celebrate the grand opening of Mason Road from FM 359 to State Hwy 99. Phase 1 of this multi-year project included the
four lane divided roadway from the 359 intersection to Skinner Lane and was completed in August of 2012. Fort Bend County residents may now enjoy complete
access with a four lane divided roadway from the intersection of 359 to Hwy 99. Mason Road phases 1, 2 and 3 are all projects from the Fort Bend County 2007 Mobility Bond, and partners included the Long Meadow Farms Developer, Trend Development and TXDOT.
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BAPTIST CHURCH
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
HERITAGE BAPTIST CHURCH • 281-403-4994
SOUTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH • 281-499-2310
2223 FM1092 • Missouri City, TX 77459 Dr. Charles Murphy, Pastor Sunday Bible Study 9:30am - 6:00pm Sunday Worship 10:45am - 7:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm Bible Study / AWANA "A Place To Call Home" - www.hbctx.org
4200 Cartwright Road, Missouri City, 77459 Missions & Muffins: 9:00 am Worship Service: 10:00 am www.southminpres.org
METHODIST CHURCH
CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • 281-980-6888
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF SUGAR LAND • 281-240-3195 502 Eldridge Road, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Sunday Worship 8:30am • 11:00 am Sunday School for All Ages 9:30am Pastor's Bible Study Tuesday 7:00 pm
3300 Austin Parkway • Sugar Land, TX 77479 Sunday Worship: 8:15am - 9:45am - 11:05am the hub - 11:00am LUTHERAN CHURCH Sunday School for all ages - 9:45am NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) • 281-499-7611 www.cumcsl.org
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • 281-499-3502 3900 Lexington Blvd., Missouri City, TX 77459 Sunday School all ages: 9:15 AM Worship Service: 10:30 AM www.fumcmc.org
SUGAR LAND METHODIST CHURCH • 281-491-6041 431 Eldridge Road, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Worship @ 9:00am and 11:15am Bible Study, all ages, @ 10:10am www.sugarlandmethodist.org
1424 FM 1092 Rd., Missouri City, 77459 Worship w/Holy Communion: 8:00 & 10:30 am Education hour for all ages: 9:15am www.newhopelc.org
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS 281-242-7729 800 Brooks St., Sugar Land Sunday: 8:00 am Traditional Worship 9:15 am Sunday School 10:30 am Contemporary Worship (Nursery Available) 4:00 pm Spirit of Life Worship
CHURCH OF CHRIST
NON DENOMINATIONAL
MURPHY RD. CHURCH OF CHRIST • 281-261-5216 2025 FM 1092 • Missouri City Sunday Worship: 9:30am - 5:00pm Bible Classes: Sunday 10:45am Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30pm www.murphyroadchurch.org
BRIGHTON CHURCH • 281-988-7755 11925 SW Frwy 59 • Stafford (Between W. Airport and Murphy Rd.) Sunday Worship: 10:30am www.brightonhouston.org • Refreshing & Relevant
SUGAR LAND CHURCH OF CHRIST • 281-561-0881
FREEDOM CHURCH • 281-240-1055
15590 Voss Road • Sugar Land • www.slcoc.org Sunday Worship Services: 7:00am • 10am • 5pm Bible Study (all ages): Sun. 9am & Wed. 7pm Tuesday Seniors' Bible Study: 10am
121 Wood ST. • Sugar Land, TX 77498 Sunday Worship: 11:00am www.facebook.com/freedomchurchintl Pastor - Bryan Eggenbeger
Scripture of the week
“I will never forget your precepts, for by them you have preserved my life.” —Psalm 119:93
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Shown at the grand opening were (l-r): Maria Gonzales and Pete Cavaso of Gonzales Construction; Glenn Graham, Landtech; Nathan Hatcher Fort Bend County Engineering Dept; Andy Meyers Commissioner Precinct 3; County Judge Bob Hebert; James Patterson, Commissioner Precinct 4; Stan Kruse, Costello, Inc; Richard Stolleis, County Engineer; Mario Villareal, MarCon Construction
Terry High holding back-to-school events Terry High School will hold its freshmen orientation “Fish Camp,” 9 a.m. to noon, Aug. 13, starting in Graeber Auditorium. Fish Camp is for incoming freshmen and any students new to Terry. Incoming Rangers will have an opportunity to meet with administrators, coaches, teachers and counselors and see what clubs and organizations they'd like to join. The event is being coordinated by Terry's
Student Council. Parents are also welcome. The Terry Ranger Reveille for sophomores, juniors and seniors, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 12 and Aug. 14. Students can pick up schedules, apply for parking permits and visit with counselors. Terry is located at 5500 Ave. N in Rosenberg Call 832-223-3400 for more information on either event.
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