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Task force hears defense of Sugar Land's red light cameras By Betsy Dolan
When Fort Bend ISD decided to let the community take the lead in developing a new vision for the district, they had hoped to get 40 volunteers to serve on a steering committee. Instead, 102 volunteers stepped forward. That group, made up of community stakeholders like parents, teachers and community leaders is charged
and other citizens concerned that the red light camera program is an unfair program. They had hoped to put the issue to the
with developing a five year district strategic plan and a fiveyear facilities master plan by February and a new elementary boundary map in May. The steering committee members were among 200 attendees at the Educational Futures Conference held September 18. The committee had their first meeting October 7 where the large group was split into three
Reports from across the nation state that about 17 states were affected by connectivity failures for foodstamp or Electronic Debit Transfer (EBT) cards at Walmarts this past Saturday.Texas was not one of them, which means Fort Bend Walmarts were not affected, confirmed Assistant Manager Nyaisha Davis of the Sugar Land location on SH 6.
Staffordshire Road construction to begin in front of Stafford MSD By Karen Daniels
Just when the building construction has come to an end at Stafford MSD, the Texas Department of Transportation and the City of Stafford have announced the start of road construction on Staffordshire Road between 5th and Scanlin, directly in front of the school and municipal complex. Charles Russell, Stafford City Engineer, announced at the October Planning and Zoning Commission meeting that the commence
Across the U.S. in some cases, accounts indicate there were disturbances and customers took unpaid groceries and walked out of stores as it was determined they were unable to use their food stamp cards. Others reportedly put the items back. In another place, there was a mini riot and the store was temporarily closed. And yet in other places, the EBT WALMARTS, continued on page 4
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Flu shots to benefit Santa’s Exchange
With fall around the corner and the holiday season not far behind, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is once again offering Fort Bend residents the opportunity to “give a gift and beat the flu.” If you would like to participate in this community event, please bring an unwrapped, new toy or clothing item to the main lobby of Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital between the times of 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 2. Flu Shot Clinic & Community Toy Drive - Shown in the photo are (l-r) Kaelyn Bujnoch, Marketing & Community Relations Manager; Leena Taneja, Physician Relations & Marketing Director; Marcia Barham, Physician Liaison. See related article on page 2.
No legit photo ID, you’ll need new Election Identification Certificate to vote This week’s mobile EIC set up lacked lead time important to get one. This past Monday and Tuesday, two mobile stations For the November 5 General were set up in Fort Bend County Election, this will be the first statewide election where eligible to issue the new EICs, announced voters will be required to show a Fort Bend County Elections photo ID when voting in person. Administrator John Oldham after The General Election will be held he received word from Texas Secretary of State John Steen’s in less than a month, and early office late last week. voting will begin next Monday, The EICs are provided free October 21 and run through of charge to qualified voters Friday, November 1. who do not already have an For those without a Texas approved form of photo ID. If Department of Public Safety you missed this week’s mobile issued ID, like a Texas driver’s station offering, there’s still license, a personal ID card, a an opportunity to get an EIC concealed handgun license; a by going to the Department of passport or a citizen’s certificate with a photograph, they’ll be able Public Safety (DPS) office where to use the Election Identification driver’s licenses are issued. The Texas Secretary of State and Certificates (EIC). So, it’s DPS joint initiative at setting up the mobile stations was intended By Elsa Maxey
Texian Market Days Turns 30
On Saturday, October 27, Texian Market Days returns to the George Ranch Historical Park for its 30th year in a row. This celebration of Texas heritage has something for everyone with an assortment of food and craft vendors, battle re-enactments, live music and hands-on activities that both children and adults will enjoy. The George Ranch Historical Park is located in Richmond, Texas at 10215 FM 726. In addition, the cowboys will be offering a variety of hands-on activities at the 1930s George Cattle Complex, where guests can also see Miss Mamie’s 1919 Model T. Tickets for the 30th annual Texian Market Days on October 26 are just $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-15, and children under 4 years old are free. For more information for guests, sponsors, volunteers and vendors, visit www.texianmarketdays.com or call George Ranch Historical Park at (281) 343-0218. Enjoy the re-enactment of the Thompson’s Ferry battle. Photo by Roy Kasmir
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Arrests at a Crosby horse training facility have implications in Fort Bend. An 11 month investigation by the Harris County District Attorney’s Office has resulted in the arrest of 6 law enforcement officers; two affiliated with Fort Bend County Precinct 2 Constable’s Office. According to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office the six officers have been charged with ‘Racing without a License’ under the Texas Racing Act. (Sec 14.16). According to documents Bring
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sub-committees based on the district's geographic planning areas. The groups discussed their concerns to their planning area and developed a list of expectations for Fort Bend ISD graduates--what they should know and what they should be able to do when they leave the district. Fort Bend ISD has set expectations high--to have no achievement gaps and a 100% graduation rate by 2025. "It was interesting to hear the people in our own community engage in that dialogue. They get it," said Fort Bend ISD Superintendent Charles Dupre. "They understand what we need our students to look like." The steering committee is preparing for two Community Dialogue meetings scheduled for October 29 and 30. Feedback from the meetings will be used to set the parameters for planning and to develop the recommendations that will be presented to the Board of Trustees in February.
Walmarts in Fort Bend Co. not affected by EBT system failure By Elsa Maxey
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voters in November but Sugar Land deemed the petition invalid. The city formed the task force to allow discussion on the issue. Assistant City Manager, Steve Griffith, told the task force that since 2007, the red light camera program has been an effective tool to help Sugar Land maintain its goal of being a safe city by reducing accidents by 58%. Griffith admitted that inconsistencies were made by the city in recording crash and injury data for the cameras at Lexington
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The use of red light cameras was defended by the City of Sugar Land at the October meeting of the 11 member Traffic Safety Task Force. The task force is evaluating the future of the city's red light camera program and will make their recommendations to keep the program, change the program, or eliminate the program before the end of the year. Formation of the task force is a result of a petition drive by H.F. Van Der Grinten (Captain Van)
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WHAT ENTITY IS RESPONSIBLE? A HUGE thank you to Riverstone and Sienna who said YES to Missouri City Public Works. They installed the irrigation and landscaping on Highway 6 medians in Missouri City. The CIP team of MC Public Works Department, led by Valerie Marvin, worked with the adjacent developments involved. MEDIAN MAINTENANCE? Riverstone and Sienna also maintain the landscaping in their respective areas. The areas that remain as grass are maintained by Missouri City Public Works Street Division. THE END RESULT? This continues what Sugar Land started and softens a concrete landscape. Makes driving Hwy 6 MUCH more pleasant. MISSOURI CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT achieved “Re-Recognized Status from the Texas Police Chiefs Association (TPCA) Law Enforcement Recognition Program. HOW WAS THIS DETERMINED? The
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Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital offers free flu shots to benefit Santa’s Exchange With fall around the corner and the holiday season not far behind, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is once again offering Fort Bend residents the opportunity to “give a gift and beat the flu.” Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, in collaboration with the Exchange Club of Sugar Land, Fort Bend Exchange Club, Rotary Club of Sugar Land, Rotary Club of Fort Bend and Toys for Tots Fort Bend, is offering free flu shots on Saturday, November 2 to community members who participate in Santa’s Gift Exchange. Fort Bend and surrounding area residents can bring a new, unwrapped toy or clothing item to Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital from 8 a.m. to noon in exchange for a free flu shot. The toys and clothing will benefit local children in the Fort Bend area. “We are proud to partner with the local exchange clubs and Toys for Tots once again to provide this community offering,” said Chris Siebenaler, CEO of Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. “This is a
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I'm Sick and Tired... ...of politicians, pundits, activists and news anchors referring to the U.S. DEFAULTING on its debt I am sick and tired of all these idiots stating the U.S. will default if we don’t raise the debt ceiling and Obama Michael Fredrickson saying raising the debt ceiling does not increase our debt. I’ll tell you right now that if we don’t raise the debt ceiling, then we won’t increase our debt AND we won’t default on any U.S. Treasury Bond. The only way the U.S. wouldn’t pay interest payments on our bonds is if Obama illegally instructs the Treasury Department not to pay those interests payments. You see our debt service is approximately $18 billion per month while the treasury collects about $200 billion per month. What will not be clear is what other “bills” will be paid. You see, by statute, interest payments
on U.S. Treasury bonds must be paid (from collected tax money) first and foremost. That is the only mandatory payment by law. That is why U.S. Treasuries have always been the safest bet in the world. However, with this diabolical president in office, laws are broken repeatedly. He is the only president to preside over a U.S. credit rating DECREASE. What these politicians really mean when they say default is that the government won’t be able to pay for that massive expansion of socalled National Security server farms they are in the process of building to store every phone record of law-abiding citizens (or any other expenditure they are in the “process” of wasting our tax dollars on). Whoever that government contractor is will be paid for the work performed up to that point. We tax payers would just be saved from wasting “future” tax dollars. Today, it is estimated by some
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Tip of the Spear's BBQ fundraiser is Thursday, October 17 Thursday is the day for Tip Of the Spear's BBQ fundraiser sponsored by Sugar Land Ice Rink and Texas Roadhouse. Thanks to their donors, they have sold more pre-sale tickets this year than any other year! Thanks to all for getting businesses, schools, clubs and churches to participate this year! If you have not bought a BBQ ticket or made a donation yet, you can purchase a ticket at the event on Thursday. There will be some tables for your dining pleasure. All meals are in containers making it easy for transporting to your home or office. Last week, one of our
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Army Ranger Units suffered a Mass-Casualty event: A Mass Casualty event is pretty much exactly what it sounds like. When a military unit sustains so many injuries that it can no longer support itself, it becomes what is known as a Mass-Cas event. The following link is a picture and story of one of the Army Ranger survivors. It is a touching testament to the character of our warriors. Please feel free to share this article with others so they can be inspired, as well. http://guardianofvalor.com/ salute-seen-around-worldwounded-ranger-salutescommander-despite-injuries/ Thank you again for the support you've shown our deployed military still engaged in battle. We thank them and their families for the sacrifices they make for us everyday! Until they all come home.
The Gingerbread Market Makes Holiday Shopping A Breeze! Get ready to shop until you drop for great holiday gifts at Sienna’s 8th Annual Gingerbread Market. Beat the crowds and join us on Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Club Sienna, 9600 Scanlan Trace, for this year’s shopping extravaganza. This fun day will feature over 40 vendors offering unique and clever holiday gifts, refreshments and holiday surprises. Admission: One Non-Perishable Food Item to be Donated to the Fort Bend Food Pantry
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Pictured (L-R) during a ribbon cutting ceremony are State Representative Rick Miller, Sugar Land Councilmember Himesh Gandhi, Sugar Land City Manager Allen Bogard, Sugar Land Councilmember Harish Jajoo, Legacy Foundation President Gene Reed, Sugar Land Councilmember Joe Zimmerman, Sugar Land Mayor James Thompson, Sugar Land Councilmember Amy Mitchell, Legacy Foundation Board member John Null, Legacy Foundation Board member Bill Jameson, lead designer Matt Stephens, State Representative Ron Reynolds, TCA Board member Jeffrey Brown and Sugar Land Director of Parks and Recreation Jim Browne. A new memorial honoring local veterans was unveiled at Sugar Land Memorial Park on Sept. 30. The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) donated the memorial through the Sugar Land Legacy Foundation, a group established in 2010 to promote community investment in facilities and activities that enhance the long-term prosperity and quality of life for Sugar Land residents. The value of the donation exceeds hundreds of thousands of dollars and reflects a memorial concept for the park that was identified by a citizen task force and the City’s Parks and Recreation Department in 2008. The memorial features an obelisk recognizing the branches of the military. After walking through a symbolic entryway and crossing a bridge to a peninsula, visitors are able to walk within the obelisk and experience rays of sunlight reflecting through a vertical opening. The names of Sugar Land soldiers who have died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces will be added to the monument in time for next year’s Memorial Day Celebration. Jeffrey Brown, of Powers Brown Architecture and a TCA board member, offered his company’s services to design the memorial and held an internal design competition to select the final concept as part of the group’s annual convention that was recently held in Sugar Land. E.E. Reed Construction volunteered to build the memorial. “Our vision is to give others the opportunity to leave a legacy in their community, and we are very proud to have been
a part of such an important project,” said Sugar Land Legacy Foundation President Gene Reed, who is also the owner of E.E. Reed Construction, L.P. and a member of the TCA. More than 10 companies donated their time, talent and services to the memorial. The final value of their donations totals in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. “We are so proud of this park, and we are grateful to have such a beautiful space in our community to honor our veterans and recognize the sacrifices they have made so we can be free,” said Mayor James A. Thompson.
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Rosacea is a skin disorder with redness across the face, small visible blood vessels, red bumps, and possibly dry eyes. The red rash is appar ent across the cheeks, forehead, nose, and chin. There is a tendency for this skin condition to flare up for months before going away. The flare may start up again. Certain triggers have been identified that may cause a rosacea flare. These include hot baths, hot foods, spicy food, alcohol, medications called corticosteroids, and sunlight. While there is no cure for rosacea, there are plenty of treatments available that can control the symptoms. To help avoid triggers, the daily use of a sunscreen is recommended and the use of gentle moisturizing cleansers such as Cetaphil. Certain antibiotics like doxycycline (Oracea, Monodox) may be prescribed by a physician to kill the bad bacteria on the skin. Metronidazole gel (MetroGel 1%) can be used on the face to help reduce bumps and lesions that appear on the face. In certain severe cases, isotretinoin (Accutane) may be prescribed. This medication has many side effects and should not be used by pregnant women due to the risk of severe harm to the baby. To help relieve the dry eye sensation associated with rosacea, artificial tears may be used in addition to regular warm compresses.
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per month to spend on Social Security, Medicare, etc., etc. What they won’t have is money to waste on rewarding their friends and punishing their enemies. That is what Republicans and Democrats BOTH do when they can. The next time some idiots tells you Obamacare is the law of the land, ask them why this president does not follow the law of the land and instead waves a magic wand and says select big corporations don’t have to abide
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Task force hears defense of Sugar Land’s red light cameras Community-based committee gets to work on FBISD red light cameras to a roulette wheel in Las Vegas, alleging that and Highway 6 between July red light cameras do not reduce accidents and that they are 1, 2009 and June 30, 2010. unfair because motorists have no Information was logged for all four approaches instead of just idea how long a light will stay the approaches with cameras yellow. resulting in inflated numbers. Griffith told the task force "What we learned is that we that the city uses engineering now have one guy assigned to standards from TxDOT to input the information so we now determine how long a light stays have the consistency," Griffith yellow--on average between said. 3 and 5 seconds. He did admit Captain Van is working with that changes were made to Byron Schirmbeck, an attorney the stoplights at Airport and with Texas Campaign for Liberty, Eldridge after Captain Van who has led citizen campaigns raised concerns. against red light cameras in "Traffic speed in one direction other Texas cities. In an email to was 35 mph and traffic in the the "Star", Schirmbeck wrote, other direction was 40 mph and "Simple math errors should not we changed the timing of the have passed the scrutiny of the yellow lights to be at 40 mph officers compiling the reports, the because Captain Van is making police chief, the city manager's us better at this," Griffith said. office and the mayor and A task force member council's offices without being questioned why all of the lights caught. This paint by numbers weren't left on yellow for five approach to analyzing crash seconds. Griffith responded data does nothing to support that allowing longer yellow their claims that the cameras are light times would create more working." congestion. Captain Van has compared the Bryann Guinn, Assistant RED LIGHTS, continued from page 1
Director of Budget and Research, showed the task force that the red light camera program is predicted to generate almost $560,000 in fiscal year 2014 from payment of the $75 red light camera fines. Half of the revenue is shared with the state. Sugar Land's portion, roughly $280,000, is put into the general fund to pay for traffic safety program and represents just .4% of the general fund budget. A task force member asked for verification that some cameras were taken out because they weren't generating revenue. Griffith acknowledged that the cameras need to pay for themselves but stressed the change in driver behavior as a bigger reason for the camera removal. Sugar Land currently utilizes red light cameras at four intersections - U.S. Highway 59 at Highway 6, U.S. Highway 90A at Dairy Ashford, Eldridge Road at West Airport Boulevard and Highway 6 at Lexington Boulevard.
Walmarts in Fort Bend not affected by EBT system failure WALMARTS, continued from page 1
system, which allows recipients of government food stamps to purchase goods using the digital card with a set spending limit, that spending limit disappeared for several hours. Reports state that many card users in a Louisiana store reportedly “bought” as much as they could carry. Cell phone video showed dozens of shopping carts piled high with merchandise. They were abandoned in the
store’s aisles after an update, a store announcement that the cards were showing accurate spending limits. The company providing the infrastructure of the EBT card system reportedly experienced a power outage during a routine maintenance test causing the temporary issue. The glitch was not attributed to the government shutdown. But the fact that U.S. census online information cannot be accessed is due to the lapse in government funding –census. gov sites, services, and all online
survey collection requests will be unavailable until further notice. That source of information was intended to call attention to those in this economically strong and vibrant area falling under poverty income classifications. Davis, however, said the EBT cards are regularly used at the Sugar Land location. Reportedly, the emergency plan that can be put in place in case of an electronic failure is a $50 limit on the cards. Here’s hoping that would have been the case in Fort Bend.
facilities master plan MASTER PLAN, continued from page 1
"Feedback is considered vital in determining the community's current support for a variety of initiatives and facility options," said Beth Martinez, Fort Bend ISD's Executive Director of Organizational Development. Steering committee members have been given a large quantity of district data from demographics, population growth, socio-economic issues, STAAR results and graduation rates. All of the data is available on the district's website for the public to review. Committee members were told to review the data, ask questions and provide
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date, as reported by TxDot is between mid-October and earlyNovember. As with the other side of Staffordshire between Highway 90 and 5th Street, one lane will remain open while the other lanes are built, but some weekend closures and detours are to be expected. Mayor Leonard Scarcella said. "This is a situation we need to be careful with" in regards to the safety of the children attending the District. "The most critical thing is to inform the public on what is happening" and to "make special efforts to inform the students."
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Department is actively providing traffic support during peak travel times and are instrumental in maintaining the safe environment and positive driving experience of those traveling in the municipal complex. I am very appreciative of the Stafford Police Department for scheduling officers to provide additional traffic support during road construction challenges.” The road construction is expected to take 9 months to 1 year to complete, however, this timetable does not include inclement weather challenges. Charles Russell said that "so far there have been two preconstruction safety meetings, when normally there is just one." When construction is complete, Staffordshire will have four lanes (2 per direction) instead of current two.
Reserve Deputy Constable with Maverick County With Precinct 4 Maverick County. Consuelo Rivera, a civilian, was charged with ‘Impersonating a Peace Officer’, civilians Reginaldo Mandujano, and Diana Marie Salinas were also arrested. The investigation was a combined effort between the Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Rangers, Harris County District Attorney’s Office, Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Racing Commission, Homeland Security Investigations, Texas Alcohol and Beverage Commission, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Office of OIG, and the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. All four officers with affiliation to Harris and Fort Bend Counties have been terminated. Many aspects of the case remain under investigation. More arrests are possible.
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Dr. Hindt is well aware of the impending construction and has mentioned it at past board meetings. He said, “The Stafford Municipal School District is diligently working with the City of Stafford and the Texas Department of Transportation to ensure the construction on Staffordshire Road results in the least amount of inconvenience to our parents, students, and staff. Our parents and employees are informed of construction and road issues through telephone call-outs, district website, social media, flyers, newsletters, school board meetings, and the district marquee. The Stafford Police
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Back in June, the Board of Trustees voted to postpone the construction of elementary school #46 in Aliana in order to give the district time to conduct a thorough inventory of the district's schools and facilities and to map out a long range plan for elementary school boundaries. The district hired Jacobs Engineering to conduct a $1.7 million dollar facilities assessment that will conduct a thorough examination of every district building. The Community Dialogue meeting on October 29 will be at Elkins High School. The second meeting will be on October 30 at Travis High School. Both meetings start at 7 p.m.
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feedback and they are doing that, said Martinez. "We're asking the steering committee to not just accept the data that is being presented but to poke holes in it, to challenge it," said Dupre. "We want to build credibility with the data by allowing people to question it." The district's timeline calls for several opportunities for community input. In addition to the two community dialogue meetings in October. two others will be held in December. Two community dialogue meetings will be held on the elementary boundary changes in February. In addition, a comprehensive web survey will be available the first two weeks In December.
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years old or older – no exceptions. Costumes are encouraged but not required for admittance. For more information about the Young Professionals Division or the Halloween Bash, contact the Chamber office at 281-342-5464.
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NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION (AVISO DE ELECCIÓN GENERAL) To the registered voters of the County of Fort Bend, Texas: (A los votantes registrados del Condado de Fort Bend, Texas:) Notice is hereby given that the polling places listed below will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., November 5, 2013 for voting in a special election to adopt or reject the proposed Constitutional Amendments as submitted by the 83nd Legislature, Regular Session and Special Sessions, of the State of Texas and voting approving, or disapproving, public questions submitted by Fort Bend County and its various Political Subdivisions. Aviso queda dado que los lugares de votación a continuación serán abiertos desde las 7:00 a 7:00., el 05 de Noviembre de 2013 para votar en una elección especial para aproar o rechazar las enmiendas constitucionales propuestas como enviado por la 83rd legislatura, periodo ordinario de sesiones y periodos extraordinarios de sesiones, del estado de Texas y votación aprobar o desaprobación, públicos preguntas enviadas por el Condado de Fort Bend y sus subdivisiones políticas diferentes.
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1001 Golfview Dr 619 FM 2919 4525 FM 521
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Cindy’s Palace 1102 FM 2977 Orchard City Hall 9714 Kibler FBC Road & Bridge (Needville) 3743 School St Fellowship Church of Fort Bend 1110 Bamore Rd Calvary Baptist Church 4111 Airport Ave Frieden’s United Church of Christ 7526 Avenue I Fairchilds Volunteer Fire Dept 8715 Fairchilds Rd Brazos Bend Home & Ranch 22930 FM 1462 Agriculture Extension Building 1402 Band Rd Travis Elementary School 2700 Avenue K Richmond Water Facility 110 N. 8th St Fort Bend County Rosenberg Annex 4520 Reading Rd Williams Elementary School 5111 FM 762 Schultz Trucking Company 18602 Highway 36 River Pointe Community Church 5000 Ransom Road Dickinson Elementary School 7110 Greatwood Parkway Pecan Grove Baptist Church 1727 FM 359 FBC MUD 23/M.R. Massey Admin Bldg 1570 Raab Road Fort Bend County Library - Sienna 8411 Sienna Springs Way Barrington Place HOA 13318 Rosstown Ct Briargate Elementary School 15817 Blue Ridge Rd Meadows Place City Hall One Troyan Dr Ridgemont Elementary School 4910 Raven Ridge Rd Ridgegate Elementary School 6015 West Ridgecreek Dr Lantern Lane Elementary School 3323 Mission Valley Dr
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Rosenberg Annex Building - 4520 Reading Road, Rosenberg, TX Beasley City Hall – 319 S. 3rd Street, Beasley, TX Cinco Ranch Branch Library – 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy, TX Irene Stern Community Center, 6920 Fulshear-Katy Road, Fulshear, TX Four Corners Community Center – 15700 Old Richmond Rd, Sugar Land, TX Hightower High School – 3333 Hurricane Lane, Missouri City, TX Meadows Place City Hall – One Troyan Dr, Meadows Place, TX Missouri City Community Center - 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, TX Pecan Grove Baptist Church – 1727 FM 359, Richmond, TX
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October 26, 2013 (Octubre 26, 2013)
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October 27, 2013 (Octubre 27, 2013)
CLOSED (CERRADO)
October 28 – 30, 2013 (Octubre 28 – 30, 2013)
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.)
October 31 – Nov. 1, 2013 (Octubre 31 – Nov. 1, 2013)
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First Colony Conference Center - 3232 Austin Parkway, Sugar Land, TX Sienna Branch Library – 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd, Missouri City, TX FBC Road and Bridge (Needville) – 3743 School Street, Needville, TX Sugar Land Branch Library – 550 Eldridge, Sugar Land, TX Randall’s – 5800 New Territory Blvd, Sugar Land, TX Harmony Science Academy – 22400 Grand Corner Dr, Katy, TX Lost Creek Park – 3703 Lost Creek Blvd., Sugar Land, TX Sugar Land City Hall – 2700 Town Center Blvd. North, Sugar Land, TX
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October 26, 2013 (Octubre 26, 2013)
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October 27, 2013 (Octubre 27, 2013)
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Pecan Grove Baptist Church – 1727 FM 359, Richmond, TX
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October 26, 2013 (Octubre 26, 2013)
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.)
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October 27, 2013 (Octubre 27, 2013)
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October 28 – 30, 2013 (Octubre 28 – 30, 2013)
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
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October 31, 2013 (Octubre 31, 2013)
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October 26, 2013 (Octubre 26, 2013)
7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m.)
Sunday (Domingo)
October 27, 2013 (Octubre 27, 2013)
CLOSED (CERRADO)
October 28 – 30, 2013 (Octubre 28 – 30, 2013)
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (10:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m.)
October 31 – Nov. 1, 2013 (Octubre 31 – Nov. 1, 2013)
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Applications for ballot by mail must be received no later than the close of business on October 25, 2013. (Las solicitudes para boletas que se votarán adelantada por correo debarán recibirse para el fin de las horas de negocio el día 25 de Octubre, 2013) Issued this the 13th day of August 2013. (Emitada este día 13 de Agosto, 2013.) __________________________________ Robert E. Hebert, County Judge (Firma del Juez del Condado)
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OXFORD / COMMONWEALTH – Beautiful Cul-de-Sac Perry Home w/ Sparkling Pool & No Back Neighbors! Fabulous(Summer 2013)Renovations Include: Kitchen w/Granite Countertops, SS Appliances & Recessed Lighting, 2’’ Blinds, Inter. Paint, Carpet, Light fixtures, Master Bath has granite & updated Frameless glass shower, Secondary bath has granite & tile flrs. Roof 4 yrs old. New(2013)Upstairs A/C & Heater. Pool Resurfaced & concrete decking around pool(2013). Double Paned Windows. Hardi-siding. Sprk.sys. Hurry Don’t Miss This One! $349,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM4027BS)
SIENNA PLANTATION – Come see this Darling 4/3.1/2 Home in the Highly Desired Sienna Plantation on a Large Corner Lot. Has over $32,000 in Upgrades! Hardwood floors, 2’’ blinds throughout, spacious island kitchen w/Gas Range & Open Kitchen Concept. Lg. Game Room up. Beautiful Plantation style porch in front & back. Loft can be computer nook. 2 Master Suites (1 upstairs & 1 down). Alarm & sprinkler system. Fabulous Area Amenities....Resort Style Community Pools, Private Golf Course & Much More. A Must See! $220,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM6030SB)
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SWEETWATER – Gorgeous 1 Story Sweetwater Golf Course Home! Exquisitely designed, very well built. Harrington builder, built (& lived in) this home for himself. Over $200,000 in updates/upgrades! Kitchen features Granite countertops, SS appliances & walk-in pantry. Beautiful Hardwood floors in all formals & kitchen. Also features Plantation Shutters, Double Crown Molding, Study w/Built-Ins & much more! Oversized back yard patio w/covered deck overlooking a breath-taking golf course view of ‘’rolling hills’’! $489,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM52GL)
BRIGHTWATER – Lovely 2 story home w/tons of recent updates & upgrades! 1/2 a blk from beautiful greenbelt & waterway. Some upgrades include: 5/13 Lt Neutral Carpet, Fresh Int. Paint, Resurfaced Kitchen Cabinets & Front Door, SS Appliances, Ceramic Smooth Top down draft Range, 2’’ Faux Blinds,Gate & partial fence. 2012 Bull-nose edge Granite Countertops, Undermount sink, 20’’ tile floors in Kit. & Bkft, Traventine in entry, hall & 1/2 bath. Hardwood flrs in Dining rm. Study/ Flex Rm. Recent HVAC, Roof & Hardi! $249,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM4107HP)
TELFAIR – Exquisitely Designed 1.5 Story w/Over $70K in Upgrades! Architectural Flair Thru-out with Columns, Art Niches, High Ceilings, Hardwoods in Formals, 20’’ tile, Plantation Shutters, Stained Glass & Much More! Kitchen w/Granite Counter Tops & Center Island. Open Concept Floor Plan. Large Master Suite w/cozy sitting area accented by a wall of windows. Spacious Master Bath w/2 Walk-in Closets, both w/ custom built-ins! Beautiful Sun Room off Formal Living Rm. Lg. Upstairs Media Rm. A Must See! $590,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM1902TL)
OXFORD / COMMONWEALTH – Fantastic 2 Story with Updates Throughout! Gleaming Hardwoods in family & formals. Cul-de-Sac lot, No back Neighbors!. Updated Kitchen with Granite Counter tops, large center island (great work space), cabinets galore & much more! Grand Master Bedrm w/large sitting area. Updated Master Bath, shower w/seamless glass with tiled walls, double sink granite vanity & lighting. Lattice covered deck with benches. 3 car garage with one stall converted, sheetrocked & A/C’d, perfect work shop/hobby room! $314,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM3702BC)
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COMMONWEALTH PARK – Stunning updated & upgraded Newmark Hm in the desirable Commonwealth. Highly Rated Schools, Low taxes & wooded parks, playgrounds, pools, splash pad & tennis courts. This gorgeous home has lots of Hardwood flring downstairs & up. Carpet in only 2 bedrooms up-new(7/13). New 2’’ blinds(7/13). Gourmet Kit. w/granite, ss.appl. 2-headed shower w/frameless glass dr. New spa heater(7/13). Recent paint. Lg. covered Patio w/ceiling fan. Sculpted pool/spa-resurfaced(12). Lushly landscaped w/sprkler sys. $409,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM22BF)
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LAKE COLONY – Wonderfully updated & upgrade Newmark Home in highly sought after First Colony w/Clements High. This fabulous home has Pecan hardwood flooring in both formals & main living area. Plt. Shutters. Granite Counter tops & island kit. w/refurbished cabinets, Bosh dishwasher & GE profile double oven-one is even a convec. oven. Hickory hardwood flrs in Master w/large arched window overlooking cool,refreshing sculpted pool w/tanning ledge, flagstone edge & cool decking. Seamless shower door. Roof-2013. $265,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM2827WL)
TELFAIR – Absolutely Stunning 4/3.1/3 Tandem Home in Desired Telfair! Soaring Ceilings, Spiraling Staircase w/Wrought Iron Accent, Lg. Arched Windows, Double Crown Molding, 2’’ Blinds & 18’’ Tile Flooring. Gourmet Style Kitchen w/Granite counters & Tiled Back Splash, Center Island, Dark Cherry Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Pantry, Butler’s Pantry & SS Appliance Package. Master Bedrm. w/3-sided gas Log Fireplace & Sitting Area. Lg. Upstairs Gamerm. Back Yard Overlooks Greenbelt & Water, Fabulous for Entertaining! $475,000 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM1902CA)
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THE HIGHLANDS – Darling 3/2/2 Highland Home with split floor plan. Family Room with Vaulted Ceiling, 2’’ Blinds & Gas Log Fireplace! Spacious Kitchen with Granite Countertops w/ rainfall edge, tumbled tile backsplash & large center island. Cabinets galore with plenty of counter space. Spacious bedrooms, 20’’ tile floors, entertainment size back yard & much more! Hurry don’t miss this one! $169,900 call Virginia Mack 281-207-5200 (VM3026RG)
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4606 LAKE PINKSTON DR Lovely Perry one story home. Open floor plan. Huge isl. kit., gameroom, study, formal dining. $244,900.
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Beautiful one-story 4/3/2 with 3822 sqft on golf course in Sienna Plantation. $350,000.
Lovely townhome 2/2/2 with 1818 sqft with park view in Midtown. $275,000.
Stuning one- story 4/3/3 with 2773 sqft in Sienna Plantation. $315,000.
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4 to 5 Bedroom/4.5 Bath. Gorgeous English Tudor on the bluff with golf view & water view! Great for entertaining, granite, Martha Stewart kitchen, many extras! $899,900.
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RIVERSTONE - A spectacular stucco & stone Westport designed home offers private study; island kitchen w/granite & SS appliances; 1st flr owner’s retreat+ 2nd bedrm down; game rm; theater rm; pool/spa; summer kitchen; much more! Zoned to excellent schools. 5 bedrms/5.1 ba/3A $1,225,000. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (4CA)
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MONTICETO 4/2/2 • $144,900
WHITTINGHAM 3/2/2 • $99,900
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3210 OAKLAND DR. First Colony 5/3.5/3: Beautiful custom home with large rooms and hardwood flooring. Kitchen includes granite counters, back splash, and double ovens. Backyard boasts pool, waterfall, spa, and covered patio. Deborah Breuleux $595,000 2810 CARNOUSTIE DR. Quail Valley 3/2.5/2: Recently remodeled home in golf course community, this home features granite counters in kitchen, recent flooring, paint, AC, and water heater. Spacious master suite with upgrades, and no back neighbors. Mike Martin $169,000
MISSION BEND SAN MIGUEL • amazing starter home completely redone with fresh interior/exterior paints and new blinds featuring 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Easy access to hwy 6. $114,900 (15618EN)
Over 5800 sqft built in 2004 on over an acre in a small private gated community, Fannie Mae property beautiful home s gracious living at its best! Frml living with fplace & picture window overlooking backyard. Formal dining. Butler’s pantry w/granite counters between formal areas and family area/ kitchen. Kitchen open to family room w/fp & breakfast area. Gameroom w/fireplace & wetbar. Huge laundry & separate pantry area off kitchen/side door. Split floor plan - each bedroom has its own full bathroom. M suite has 2 way fp separate tub/shower and owner’s retreat. (8118CI)
GREATWOOD SHORES • $300’S GREATWOOD
GREATWOOD SPRINGFIELD • $300’S
KINGSBRIDGE PLACE • $150’S
Great built SQFT home on cul-de-sac.5 bedroom,plus OVERPerry 3000 BUILT IN 1993 WITH gameroom and study! 3 car garage! Fresh interior paint,granite SWIMMING POOL, Luxurious designer in large island kitchen with many replaced fixtures and gas French inmaster prestigious cooktop! WoodCountry in living and home dining! Large suite down, with beautiful tileShores! in bath-whirlpool andIsland separate kitchen shower! HUGE Greatwood HUGE is Fabulous gameroom up,room for pool table and much acloset! chef’s dream Stone, Wood, and Granite. more! Four large bedrooms with two full baths up! Large study. Lots of light from every window with an open, Golf course community within walking distance to school, park, and GREAT pools! $369,900 (1627FR) spacious, flowing floor plan. (7535DW)
WOW, FANNIE MAE BEAUTY WITH NEW CARPET, PAINT AND APPLIANCES, Beautiful 5/3.5 Hammond home BUILT IN 2001 WITH OVER 4000 SQFT located on a quiet cul-de-sac in highly desired Greatwood golf course community. Home boasts huge master downstairs with double vanity and separate shower/ tub. Chef s kitchen with lots of counter space and cabinet along with a breakfast bar. Upstairs features 4 addtl bedrooms, media room and gameroom. Both formals along w/den and study downstairs. Game-room has built-ins, hardwood in formals and lots of custom molding. (8115SW)
Fannie Mae property. Beautiful 2 story home with over 3000 sqft built in 2001** Nice back yard * Covered patio * 5 Bedrooms * 3 Bathroom * Great home for the price * This is a must see . Possible seller financing with 3% down and no PMI! (9336RW)
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Becky Faust
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QUAIL VALLEY LA QUINTA Great one story in Quail Valley. Huge yard on the golf course. Golf cart garage. 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, covered back porch. Updated baths & kitchen, formals plus den. Cedar closet. Replaced roof, ac, heat, windows, flooring, hardware. Don’t pass it up!! $194,500. (2231WI)
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Custom Perry over 5300 sf. Hardwoods, tile with granite inlay, gourmet custom island kitchen, lighting, master wing with retreat & exercise room, 3 car gated auto court, media room, gameroom, 2-story entry & family room, covered patio, new freeway access, oversized lot, ready to sell, home warranty. $485,000. Also for lease at $4300 with maid service, lawn service included (9106ST)
646 CLARENDA FALLS DR. New Territory 4+/3.5/2: Stunning home with updated island kitchen and granite counter tops. Master bath comes with granite counters and a seamless shower. Upstairs game room and study with built-ins. Relaxing backyard with mature landscaping. Nell Osborn
$359,000
14203 WILLOW MOUNTAIN LN. Brunswick Meadows 3/2/2: Cute one story home with an
Nell Osborn
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4119 SUNDANCE HILL LN. Riverstone 3/2.5/2: Patio home with wonderful upgrades. Wood flooring in main areas, granite counter tops, and kitchen with large floating island and SS GE appliances. Den includes cast stone fireplace. Outdoor area equipped with a covered patio, fireplace, and pool. Nell Osborn $435,000
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14090 SOUTHWEST FRWY SUITE 300 #127
Sagamore Bay, Richmond. Over 6000 sqft built in 2007 2 story home a 1.2 Acres on the water,grand octagon living rm w/high ceiling + wrought iron spindle stairway. Large island kitchen w/granite counter, stone tumbler back splash,tons of cabinets + huge master walk-ins, jacuzzi tub, double shower + vanities. 18’’Exotic tile thru out 1st flr area. Large game room, wine room, family room, media room, exercise room covered patio + balcony! (6022SA)
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FIRST COLONY - Classic Newmark designed home offers both formals + family rm, upgraded neutral carpet, huge game rm, his & her closets in master bath, oversized backyard, and zoned to excellent schools! 5/3.1/2D. $399,990. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (3203SM)
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FIRST COLONY - Custom designed 2-story home situated on corner lot offers cast iron front dr; marble & tile flrs; brkfst area, music rm, & family rm w/3-way f/p; island kit w/granite & SS appls; master bath w/heated flrs; private study with f/p; game rm+media; covered patio; pool; man’s summer kit cove. Zoned to Clements! $699,900. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (3135HI)
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BRIGHTON 3/2/2 • $157,500
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SWEETWATER - Situated on 16th Fairway of Golf Course, Fuqua Designed Home Features Custom Wood Mantal from 1800’s Oregon Railway in Family Rm; Private Study; Double Crown Molding; Wood & Travertine; Granite; 2 Bedrms Down; All Bedrms w/ Private Baths; Lady’s Retreat; Game Rm; Expansion Storage; Pool/Spa. $1,570,000. Call Arlene Rolsen (281)414-8400 (38CH)
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281.240.8800
$132,000
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www.heritagetexas.com 14100 Southwest Freeway, Suite 245
Cottonwood 4/2/2: This home features recent carpet, large back yard, and spacious kitchen. Convenient location with easy access to Hwy 59. Debbie Ashley
$129,900
Sugar Land, Texas 77478
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SIENNA PLANTATION - Stunning brick\ stone Perry home on large lot, Quiet Street. Foyer opens to wrought iron spiral staircase w\ view to back of home and expansive display of two story windows, fireplace, Butler’s Pantry, gourmet kitchen w\sprawling island w\ seating opens to Family Room. Spacious Master Suite w\two large closets, garden tub, granite counters. Second bedroom down. $479,900!! CALL DEBBIE AT 281-782-2102. (3010MU)
SWEETWATER - One of most spectacular lots in the area\expansive cul-de-sac located close by Country Club on quiet prestigious street. Panaromic views from veranda,wrap around patio.Gated drive.Tropical outdoor setting w\lush landscapes. Elegant designer paint, dramatic staircase, new iron double doors& handscraped wood flooring. Meticulously maintained by original owners. Extensive millwork throughout. updates, upgrades. $1,669,000 CALL DEBBIE AT 281-782-2102 (4703MP)
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2202 Streamhurst Ln. Sugar Land • 249,000
Spectacular Trendmaker 1 story,3 car garage,circular drive, HUGE corner lot! Fabulous plan includes impressive entry, 3 full baths,beautiful formal dining,5th bedroom or study,large master suite,plantation shutters and wonderful island kitchen! Open plan,great for entertaining! Slate floors! Unbelievable yard! 24 x 30 extended patio,lush landscaping includes ponds and beautiful trees! Plenty of room for that pool! Exclusive section surrounded by larger homes! Walk to golf course! Hard to find one like this!. $394,900 (9514TA)
What a BEAUTY,and so well maintained! Updated,and located at the end of a private cul-de-sac! Beautiful hardwood floors downstairs! Kitchen with replaced appliances and tile opens to family room with corner fireplace! Fresh interior paint,as well as replaced carpet upstairs! Remodelled master bath with large bedrooms! Hardware throughout replaced as well! Large utility room, walk-in closets,impressive landscaping,and large oak tree in front. What more could you want? $182,500 (827BU)
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The success of this event is credited largely to their sponsors, who lend their names and financial support to the event. The money they raise each year goes to support the Fort Bend County community, and this year's goal to raise $50,000 dollars will help their club continue its programs in the area of Prevention of Child Abuse, Americanism, Youth, and Community Service. They're counting on your support, and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Email to duckgolf@ fortbendexchange.org or visit www.fortbendexchange. org/duckgolfclassic. Thank you in advance for your willingness to
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FIRST COLONY
QUAIL VALLEY
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What a cutie! Updated and ready to go! Granite countertops including baths! Lam. Wood flooring and tile throughout. Spacious living area with high ceilings! Large eat in kitchen. Bedrooms are very spacious as well,with remodelled baths!. Nice fireplace in living area,wood blinds throughout. Covered patio and large backyard! Fence partially replaced. A/C has been replaced as well. Walk to pool and elementary school! Fabulous,sought after First Colony with all the choice schools! This one is ready to go! $149,900 (3411SH)
Impressive one story on large corner lot of culdesac street! 4 bedroom, with 2 full baths and 2 half baths! 3 car garage,plus room for workshop! Unbelievable storage,includes cedar closet! Vaulted ceiling in large den with wood floors and beautiful fireplace! New ceramic tile,as well as carpet and interior paint! Great covered patio across rear of home,plus large,beautiful backyard! Roof and A/C previously replaced! Walk to golf at new City Center! SPACIOUS ONE STORY IN QUAIL VALLEY EL DORADO SECTION! $194,900 (2903SK)
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The Meadows Home and Garden Club FALL CRAFT SHOW AND SALE
support the efforts of the Exchange Club of Fort Bend and for making a difference in our community.
Saturday, November 2nd 2013 9 AM - 4 PM • Bake Sale and Raffle to support Meadows Place Scholarship fund. • Refreshments available from local Boy Scouts • Children’s Activities
FORT BEND DRIVING SCHOOL
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FRIDAY, OCT 18 • 6:00p.m. - 12a.m. & SATURDAY, OCT 19 • 7:30a.m. - 12a.m.
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2013 John Deere 4 X 4 Gator BBQ Cook-Off, Talent Show, Little Mr. & Miss Contest, Queen Contest, Lawn Mower Races, Live Auction, Carnival, Kidz Zone, Live Music, Craft and Food Booths & much more.
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Great Perry built home on cul-de-sac.5 bedroom,plus gameroom and study! 3 car garage! Fresh interior paint,granite in large island kitchen with many replaced fixtures and gas cooktop! Wood in living and dining! Large master suite down, with beautiful tile in bath-whirlpool and separate shower! HUGE closet! Fabulous gameroom up,room for pool table and much more! Four large bedrooms with two full baths up! Large study. Golf course community within walking distance to school, park, and GREAT pools! $369,900 (1627FR)
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Exchange Club of Fort Bend hosts 5th Annual Duck Golf Classic Oct. 21 The Exchange Club of Fort Bend is making plans for its 5th annual Duck Golf Classic to be held on Monday, October 21, at Pecan Grove Country Club.
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GARAGE DOORS Sears Garage Door Solutions, 24/7 service................................. 713-681-5465
HOBBY SHOP The R.C. Hobby Shop .................................................................. 281-969-7751
HOME SECURITY SYSTEMS CONCEALED HANDGUN classes/camera syst. 24/7..................... 713-726-8444
INSTRUCTION PRIVATE SPANISH LESSONS ($25/hr) ..........................................281-980-2410
INSURANCE Farmers Insurance - auto, life, home, commercial ..................... 281-561-6000
PLUMBING ALAN'S PLUMBING REPAIRS, Lic./Ins. ........................................ 281-261-1064 AMERICAN SERVICES, MPL15997, BBB, Insured.......................... 713-782-2989 MIKE TIDWELL PLUMBING CO. M37825 Residential, Repairs & Service . ................................................. 281-980-6265
REAL ESTATE MIKE MOORE - REALTOR Buy - Sell - Lease................................ 713-825-0654 WE BUY HOUSES - We Take Over Payments................................. 832-539-2260
TACLA021957E (Licensed & Insured) MNB ENTERPRISES LLC • DBA CRITICAL AIR
GARAGE SALE
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QUAIL VALLEY, 2418 CROW VALLEY off of Glenn Lakes, Fri. & Sat., Oct. 18th & 19th, 8am - 2pm; decorative items, collectables, Jadite, household items, 3 families, lots of everything.
AUTOS
1 line for 52 weeks - Only $299 Don't hesitate • Call 281-690-4203 today!
BOAT/CAMPER / RV STORAGE
www.criticalairac.com
TUTOR
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SPORT PERFORMANCE AUTO PAINT & BODY ............................. 281-499-6601
CONTACT
PHILLIP ANDREWS
SugarLandRainGutters.com 713-204-4664
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
Caskey Construction Services; CCS Home repairs, Flooring, Drywall, Fencing, Siding
No Job too Small Walter Caskey 832•361•0930
SABER
Energy Efficient Window Replacement Roofing Repair and Replacement Serving your neighbors since 1990 Receive a $250 pre-paid Visa card with any new roof or window contract this month. 713.397.3883 • info@saberretro.net www.saberretro.net
PAY FOR AD BY VISA, MASTERCARD, AM EXPRESS, DISCOVER
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AUTOMOTIVE
LAND & REMODELING
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Get wise to age-fighting.
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• Great Prices • Rebates! • Financing • Warranties
Interior/Exterior Painting Carpentry • Sheetrock • Textures • Power Washing
Call Luis Fuentes
We Do it all for you w/warranty. 32 Years Experience. “Insured” Registered in Fort Bend & Harris County & Serving Sugar Land since 1999 Let us change the image & your living style. Free Estimate (or in House Consultant)
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From Concept, Draw, to Permits & Completion Any Addition, Renovation & Customized
Tod Griffin
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ction Satisfanteed Guara
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THE WILLIAM TONY WORKMAN AMERICAN LEGION POST 294 OF MISSOURI CITY is having a major garage sale Saturday, Oct. 26th from 8am to 12 noon, in the parking lot in front of Old Hickory Inn, 3334 FM 1092, Missouri City. Proceeds benefit scholarship fund to award an Air Force Jr. ROTC Cadet at Elkins High School. SERVICES
ALL ABOUT CLUTTER
Need
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Do you have Serving Bend CHARLTON’S Fort County an area business BODY REPAIR since 1957 • AUTOS, FOREIGN service such as AND DOMESTIC • DETAILING VEHICLES + RV’s remodeling, 281-499-1126 air conditioning, www.CharltonsBodyRepair.com auto service, etc. MISCELLANEOUS MISCELLANEOUS that you would like to reach 51,000 homes in MOONWALK RENTAL Fort Bend County 832-563-0523 IZAM’S TREASURES and increase the growth of your “readings by Tammy” business? Call for appointment
PSYCHIC
Call Diane at 281-690-4210 for information
GARAGE SALE
GARAGE SALE
CLEANING
New rices rP w Lo e
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Sharon
for help with your housekeeping
281-924-4563 References available
MOVING, 13834 SOUTHLINE RD., SUGAR LAND, 77498; Sat. & Sun., Oct. 19th & 20th, 8am, large fish tank, furniture, appliances, & more, 951-7220424. HUGE, MULTIFAMILY, 171 SOUTH HALL DR., Old Sugar Land off Brooks, Sat., Oct. 19th, everything you would need, household items, electronics, furniture, gift items, pewter, clothes, misc., tools, speakers, jewelry, guitars. ELDER CARE
MOVING SALE, 5003 FALLS CIRCLE, Missouri City, 77459, Fri. & Sat., Oct. 18th & 19th, 9 to 5pm, furniture, clothes, household items, 4Runner 2001.
ESTATE SALE
QUALITY MAIDS, commercial & residential satisfaction guaranteed, 27 years experience, 713-3975109. CLEANING SERVICE Residential house / apt. cleaning. AFFORDABLE! Reliable, call for free estimate. 281-639-0546 Pearl.
ESTATE SALE
Bob & Bette Long Estate Sale 5909 Burnett Road Manvel, TX 77578 Thur, Fri & Sat: Oct. 17th–19th, 9am–6pm Sunday, Oct. 20th, 1pm-6pm
PERSONAL SVCS
For More Information, a detailed listing, and to view photos visit www.ArborAntiques.com Call: 281-388-1075 Email: Sales@ArborAntiques.com
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FORT BEND COUNTY Saturday, October 26th 9110 Long St. Needville, TX Registration: 8:00 a.m.
Pay at end of Auction by Cash, Cashiers Check, Visa or Master Card, Checks require A Bank Letter of Guarantee, no exception. First Auction selling 2 Buses and 3 Vans, Second Auction 48 late model cars and 29 late model pick-ups too much to list everything. MORE INFORMATION ONLINE AT:
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H REAL ESTATE H UNRESTRICTED PROPERTY, build your own business or home on 1.25 acres, for only $265,000. 10215 Brighton, Houston, call Oscar; 832-202-5104.
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Come to the St. Laurence Church Bazaar Oct. 19-20 St. Laurence Catholic Church in Sugar Land is the place to be for great family fun at their 21st annual parish bazaar the weekend of October 19-20, 2013. The theme for this year’s bazaar is “With One Voice” and there will be plenty of food, games, activities, rides, bingo, live music and a raffle to entertain young and old alike. The bazaar will be held Saturday evening, October 19, from 5:00-10:00 p.m., and all day Sunday, October 20, from 10:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. All the action will take place across the street from the church, on the grounds of the St. Laurence Religious Education Center, on the corner of Sweetwater Boulevard and Austin Parkway in First Colony. Entrance is free; food, activity and raffle tickets are available for purchase at the event.
A 2013 Camaro provided by Classic Chevrolet, plus four runner-up cash prizes, will be raffled at the close of the bazaar on Sunday night; raffle tickets are available for purchase at the bazaar and in advance at the parish office. Enjoy live music by Anthony Marino (5:30-6:30 p.m.) and City Nights (7:00-10:00 p.m), and bingo will be offered inside the Religious Education Center from 6:00-10:00 p.m., on Saturday, and again from noon to 4:00 p.m., on Sunday. Anne Lootens and Arnie Jimenez are chairing the event; Les Fuchs, Tom Barry, Sylvia Coatsworth and Alan Ward round out the leadership team. Proceeds benefit the continuing operation of the parish and enables St. Laurence to continue assisting numerous worthwhile charities throughout the community.
Inside Fort Bend City of plenty, even solid waste overflow…this ok in Sugar Land?
Flanking Fr. Drew Wood, pastor of St. Laurence Catholic Church, are bazaar committee chairs (left to right) Sylvia Coatsworth, Alan Ward, Tom Barry, Les Fuchs, Anne Lootens, and Arnie Jimenez. For more information on this popular bazaar, please visit the parish web site at www.stlaurence.org or call 281-980-9812.
FRIENDS of Child Advocates of Fort Bend announces membership coffee
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The FRIENDS of Child Advocates invites members of the Fort Bend Community to a Membership Coffee to be held on Tuesday, October 22, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. in the home of Farha Ahmed, 6 Ellicott Way in Sugar Land. “Interested parties are invited to come and learn about FRIENDS and the multiple ways we support Child Advocates in their endeavors to provide a voice for abused and neglected children. The dues paid by our members allow us to deliver special needs, goods and services for these children that other providers are unable to offer.” Coffee organizer Linda Page is excited that Farha Ahmed has volunteered her lovely home for the morning. “We always have fun at our coffees and try to offer entertainment as well as information. This year we
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NOTICE OF DESIGNATION OF ADDITIONAL MEETING PLACE OUTSIDE THE DISTRICT
TO THE RESIDENTS AND TAXPAYERS OF PALMER PLANTATION MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS:
TO THE RESIDENTS AND TAXPAYERS OF PALMER PLANTATION MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS:
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors (“Board”) of PALMER PLANTATION MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 (hereinafter called “District”), at a meeting of the Board held on September 18, 2013 designated additional meeting places of the District outside the boundaries of the District hereto as follows: (1) Quail Valley Utility District 3134 Cartwright Road Missouri City, Texas 77459
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors (“Board”) of PALMER PLANTATION MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 (hereinafter called “District”), at a meeting of the Board held on September 18, 2013 designated additional meeting places of the District outside the boundaries of the District and inside the boundaries of the District hereto as follows: (1) Outside District: Quail Valley Utility District 3134 Cartwright Road Missouri City, Texas 77459
The Board also changed the time of its regular meetings to 3:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month. The Board will hold its meetings at the Cartwright Road location and will consider a change to the Lake Olympia Marina Clubhouse location. The other offices both inside and outside the District remain as previously adopted.
(2) Inside District: Lake Olympia Marina Clubhouse 180 Island Boulevard Missouri City, Texas 77459 The Board also changed the time of its regular meetings to 4:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month. The Board will hold its meetings at the Cartwright Road location and will consider a change to the Lake Olympia Marina Clubhouse location. The other offices both inside and outside the District remain as previously adopted.
All residents and taxpayers of the District and all other interested persons are hereby invited to attend all meetings of the Board of Directors and all offices of the District are designated to be public places for the purposes of all District business.
All residents and taxpayers of the District and all other interested persons are hereby invited to attend all meetings of the Board of Directors and all offices of the District are designated to be public places for the purposes of all District business.
The mailing address for correspondence directed to the District is Paul A. Philbin & Assoc., P.C., 6363 Woodway, Suite 725, Houston, Texas 77057, and the District Engineer remains LJA Engineering, Inc.
The mailing address for correspondence directed to the District is Paul A. Philbin & Assoc., P.C., 6363 Woodway, Suite 725, Houston, Texas 77057, and the District Engineer remains LJA Engineering, Inc.
THEREFORE, you will take notice of the foregoing facts.
THEREFORE, you will take notice of the foregoing facts.
/s/ Terri Ellis Secretary, Board of Directors
First United Methodist Church presents in concert the Rice Philharmonics
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(2) Lake Olympia Marina Clubhouse 180 Island Boulevard Missouri City, Texas 77459
Some of the solid waste carts on trash day in Sugar Land show the lid open up to about two feet and maybe more, some with bags and other stuff clearly over the rim. Is this ok? “We recommend that the lid be closed, but it is not a requirement,” said city spokesperson Doug Adolph noting that the
The Friends of the Arts committee, First United Methodist church will bring back by popular demand the Rice Philharmonics. These lively Rice University students will entertain again with their pop tunes-inspired a cappella and will appeal to all ages. The concert will be held in the church’s Chapel of Shown left to right -- front row: Lynn Halford, Gerri Brecker; Lisa Moore the Resurrection at the (CAFB), Pat Somers. Second row -- Peggy Jackson, Cathy Yasilli, Danielle First United Methodist Hames, Sue Hauenstein, Linda Page. Back row: Janice King and Joyce Church located at 3900 Ericsson. Lexington Blvd., Missouri
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Spring Creek Barbeque 4895 Texas 6, Missouri City Cuisine: Barbecue and smoked meats Continuing on my quest for the best barbecue in the
bend, this week I bring you Spring Creek Barbeque. Served cafeteria style, the sliced brisket, black pepper sausage, ribs, beans and coleslaw were sampled. The menu was typical,
offering beef, mild or peppered sausage, chicken, ribs, and surprisingly, pulled pork. Pulled pork is not as readily found in this area. A two-meat dinner plate was $10.95; sandwiches were around $8.95. All the meats sampled had a mild smoky flavor that was pleasing, but short of outstanding. Disappointing was the temperature of the meats, which were not even warm by the time we got to our table. For those who prefer sauce on
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their barbeque, the flavor of the sauce is just as important as the flavor of the meat. Their original barbeque sauce was tasty, not too overbearing, but again, not outstanding. The side dishes were okay, not bad, but ordinary. Did I mention the warm rolls? They were melt-inyour-mouth delicious! A server generously strolled around with a basket full, offering as many as your heart desires. Two things stood out with this experience: the fact that
FBISD’s annual Academy Expo takes place October 23 Fort Bend ISD will host its annual Academy Expo on Wednesday, October 23, to give interested students in grades 5-9 and their families the opportunity to learn about the academy programs for the 2014-2015 school year and the application process. The event will be held from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at Wheeler Fieldhouse (16403 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land, 77479). Representatives from each of the District’s academies will
be present to provide details about their particular programs. FBISD currently has seven academies, including: • Digital Media – Hightower High School • Engineering – Elkins High School • Gifted and Talented (GT) – Quail Valley Middle School • Global Studies – Clements High School • International Business and Marketing – Bush High School • Math and Science –
Dulles High School • Medical Science – Hightower High School Families who miss the Academy Expo may attend Academy Open House events, which are scheduled throughout the month of November. Academy open house dates and times • Nov. 4 – Engineering Academy at Elkins, 6:30 pm • Nov. 6 – International Business and Marketing
Academy at Bush, 6:30 p.m. • Nov. 7 – Math and Science Academy at Dulles, 6:30 pm • Nov. 12 – Digital Media Academy at Hightower, 6:30 pm • Nov. 12 – Medical Science Academy at Hightower, 6:30 pm • Nov. 13 – Global Studies Academy at Clements, 6:30 pm • Nov. 19 – GT Academy at Quail Valley Middle, 6:00 pm To learn more about FBISD’s academies, go to: www. fortbendisd.com/departments/ academics/academies.
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Considering that your feet have to bear all of your weight, it is obvious that routine foot care is imperative. Proper foot hygiene should always be maintained. The feet should be kept clean to avoid fungal growth, corns, and cracked heels. Feet should be dried thoroughly and massaged nightly. Toenails should be kept short, filed, and cut straight across. Foot exercises should be incorporated into your daily exercise regimen to achieve and maintain flexibility of foot muscles and ankle joints. Wearing proper footwear is important. Change footwear daily, varying the heel heights to give your feet a rest. Avoid footwear that is narrow-toed, and make sure your footwear does not make your feet feel cramped. At , we turn to the most advanced treatment for problems of the foot and ankle, always with an understanding and compassionate approach. That’s why so many adults, seniors, and children continue to seek our help whenever it is needed. For treatment for a full range of foot problems, please call 281-980-3668 for an appointment. Our policy is to exhaust all conservative therapies before suggesting surgical options. We’re located at 3143 Hwy. 6 South. Don't take your feet for granted - call us for an appointment. Make your next step a comfortable one - call us for an appointment. HINT: If you must sit for extended periods of time, keep your feet elevated.
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital first in Fort Bend to use PFO closure As a baby develops in the womb, a hole in its heart provides oxygen-rich blood from the mother. This hole usually closes naturally when the baby is born. However, about 25 percent of the time, it does not close and becomes known as a Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO). Most people do not experience any symptoms with a PFO and grow up without knowing they have one. However, in some instances, a PFO may contribute
to a stroke or a heart attack. Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is the first in Fort Bend County to offer the minimally invasive PFO closure procedure to prevent recurrent strokes and heart attacks. “Most people with PFO go through life and never have a problem,” says Dr. B. Keith Ellis, a board-certified interventional cardiologist and fellowshiptrained, PFO closure expert at Houston Methodist Sugar Land
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St. Martin’s Coffee House St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 1123 Burney Rd., Sugar Land to host a free night of entertainment (music, comedy skits, trivia, poetry, & more). Free to anyone. Childcare provided. Sign up at reneemiura@yahoo.com or call 713-859-5104 if you would like to take the stage. Spirit of Freedom Women hosts David Walls The Spirit of Freedom Republican Women’s Club will host Texas Values Director of Operations, David Walls, Friday, October 18, Sugar Creek Baptist Church Chapel, 13213 SW Freeway, Sugar Land, 11 am to 1 pm. An RSVP is requested for those who plan to eat or just attend the meeting for a head count. Meet and greet starts at 11:00 am and the meeting will begin promptly at 11:30 am. To RSVP email info@spiritoffreedomwomen.com or call or text her at 281-543-3195. For upcoming meetings or more information visit www.spiritoffreedomwomen.com or email Debbie Fancher at info@spiritoffreedomwomen.com Barn Party Child Advocates of Fort Bend is having this barn party at Vincent & Regina Morales’ barn, 5030 Bryan Road, Richmond, Fri., Oct. 18, 7 p.m. Food, wine, beer, & dancing to polka music. All proceeds to benefit Child Advocates of Fort Bend. Contact lisa at lmoore@cafb.org or 281-344-5108. Free legal advice Fort Bend Lawyers CARE (FBLC) will offer free advice by phone to lowincome Fort Bend County residents, & veterans Friday, October 18, call 281-239-0015 to qualify for this service between 10:00 a.m. and noon. The attorney will return calls the same day and/or the following Monday.
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Dragon Boat Regatta This 10th annual Regatts will be held at Brooks Lake @ Fluor Daniel, Sugar Land, 8:30-4 p.m., free to the public. Visit www.texasdragonboat. com.
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Girls Night Out Join Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital on Wednesday, Oct. 24 from 6 – 8 p.m. for a fun evening to learn about a variety of women’s health concerns, including breast and gynecological cancer care. We’ll also have tips for early detection, prevention and proper screening techniques. Plus, complimentary wine and light bites. The event is free, but space is limited. To register, call 713-222-CARE (2273). Leadership luncheon series Missouri City’s leadership luncheon will be held Thurs., Oct. 24, 11:30 a.m., City Centre at Quail Valley, 2880 La Quinta Drive, Missouri City. Guest speaker is State Rep., Dist. 27. RSVP to swalker@missouricitytx. gov. 2013 New Perspectives program The Arc of Fort Bend County and Brazos Bend Guardianship Services and the Hospice Foundation of America“ Supporting Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Through Life-Ending Illness, Grief and Loss,” Hospice Foundation of America’s 2013 New Perspectives program. Hyatt Place Sugar Land, 16730 Creek Bend Blvd, 12:45pm to 3:15pm, Thursday, October 24.
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“ABC’s of Winter Season Tree & Shrub Care” Learn how to care for your valuable trees and shrubs during the cool fall and winter months. Paul Wierzbicki, Horticulturist, Missouri City Parks & Recreation Department is guest speaker will speak on the “ABC’s of Winter Season Tree & Shrub Care.” The public is invited to this free program hosted by the Fort Bend County Master Gardeners at the Bud O’Shieles Community Center, 1330 Band Road in Rosenberg. Social 6:30 pm; program 7:00 – 8:00 pm. For more info call 281.633.7033 or visit www.fbmg. com Library Book Sale The Friends of Sienna Branch Library will sponsor a huge Book Sale October 17-19, at the Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd., Missouri City. Hours are Thursday, October 17, 6-8 p.m.; Friday, October 18, 10:00 a.m.4 p.m.; and Saturday, October 19, 10:00 a.m.- 2 p.m. Thousands of books, DCs and DVDs are priced $ .50- $1.00. Proceeds fund Library programs for children and adults. Patchwork for Life Save the date! Patchwork for Life will be held Thursday, Oct. 17, 6:60 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Safari Texas Ranch, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond. Dinner & live auction. Business attire. Proceeds benefit OakBend’s Acute Care for the Elderly Unit. FM 1092 Access Management Study Business open house: Thursday, October 17, 12-6 p.m. Stop by to review
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