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An already-crowded race to represent Fort Bend County in Washington has seen two more candidates throw their hats into the ring. Pierce Bush, the grandson of late former President George H.W. Bush, and Fort Bend County Sheriff Troy Nehls have announced their candidacy to replace fellow Republican Pete Ol-
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Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star, officially announced his candidacy Monday morning in a video posted to his personal Facebook page touting his nonprofit work. “We face a very challenging time in our nation, and on the brink of losing a generation to the idea that socialism and free stuff are the answers for their future,” he said in the video. “… It’s time for new leaders to stand for conservatism that em-
powers all Americans, placing individuals above government and ensuring we all have the freedom to achieve success in life. I look forward to earning your support, your faith and your vote.” Nehls has served as Fort Bend County Sheriff since 2012, but announced earlier this year that he would not seek re-election to the office, leaving the door
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Marshall's Malik Hornsby (third from left, red jersey), Devon Achane (right) and their teammates share a moment of levity during practice Monday afternoon. Despite preparing for its biggest game of the season, the team's mentality seems as loose as ever. (Photo by Landan Kuhlmann)
Buffalos loose but focused ahead of state semifinal By Landan Kuhlmann LKUHLMANN@FORTBENDSTAR.COM
The Marshall Buffalos are one win away from getting another shot at a state championship. Watching them earlier this week, however, you would think it was the first practice of spring ball as opposed to the lead-up toward their biggest game of the year. Amidst the crashing of pads and ear-splitting whistles during drills, the jovial bunch couldn’t have looked more carefree ahead of a state semifinal clash with Boerne Champion
at 3 p.m. Saturday at Kyle Field in College Station. Whether it was stars Malik Hornsby or Devon Achane cracking jokes to loosen the tension or coaches letting kids be kids, the atmosphere was simultaneously upbeat yet fully aware of the task at hand. The hard work never ceases, but neither does the levity that pervaded Monday’s practice according to the players. “This is a family over here,” senior linebacker/ defensive end Quincy Blair said. "We just go out there and get after it."
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Malik Hornsby prepares to unleash a throw during drills at Monday's practice. (Photo by Landan Kuhlmann)
yards from Hornsby and a stout defense. Playing in their fifth state quarterfinal in eight years, the Buffalos (13-1) avenged their
State Rep. Rick Miller, who represents Sugar Land and other portions of Fort Bend County in the Texas House of Representatives, has ended his re-election campaign and will not pursue a fifth term after facing backlash from racially insensitive comments he made in the Houston Chronicle last week regarding two of his Republican oppo-
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nents in next year’s election. “He’s a Korean,” Miller said of Jacey Jetton, a former county GOP chairman, in the interview with the Chronicle. “He has decided, because he is an Asian that my district might need an Asian to win. And that’s kind of racist in my mind, but anyway, that’s not necessary, at least not yet.” Miller, who has served District 26 in the Texas House since 2013, later said that fellow opponent Leonard Chan “jumped in probably for the
same reason.” Backlash came swiftly from politicians around the county and state. County Judge KP George, who is Indian-American, immediately condemned the comments in a Dec. 3 statement released by his office. “Fort Bend County is the USA’s most diverse county and when individuals, especially those given the public trust, counter the constitutional rights of Americans to run for office and spotlight
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In continuing its march toward Arlington, where Marshall lost in the state final a year ago, it righted its only wrong of the 2019 regular season last Saturday and proved that beating a great team twice is a tall task – especially a team with the star power like the Buffs possess. Marshall took down District 11-5A archrival Manvel 40-10 in a Class 5A Division II state quarterfinal on Saturday afternoon at Freedom Field in Alvin, earning a state semifinal berth for the second consecutive season behind more than 400 total
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Arcola officer now facing second Open auditions for Fort Bend set of sexual misconduct charges Boys Choir set for Saturday By Landan Kuhlmann LKUHLMANN@FORTBENDSTAR.COM
A second sexual misconduct allegation against a Fort Bend County police officer has come to light. The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office said Arcola police officer Hector Aaron Ruiz, who was arrested Nov. 20 and charged with Sexual Assault and Official Oppression,
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with a second count of the same crime after a second victim stepped forward. According to the DA’s office, Ruiz allegedly gave the victim a ride home after her boyfriend was arrested for DWI in August as he was on duty providing Spanish translations for the woman and her boyfriend. Upon arriving at the woman’s home, the DA’s office said Ruiz allegedly forced her to engage in a sexual act. Ruiz’s first arrest last month stemmed from a traffic stop a few weeks prior. A news release from the DA’s office said the arrest came after a woman alleged that Ruiz stopped her vehicle in early November before coercing her to engage in a sexual act while he was on duty. The second-degree felony sexual assault charges against Ruiz each carry a punishment of up to 20 years in prison and a $10,000 fine, while Official Oppression is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine. Bond has been set at $100,000 and $50,000, respectively. Authorities are concerned there may be other victims. Anyone with information concerning Ruiz or other potential victims is encouraged to contact the Fort Bend County DA’s office at 281-341-4460.
From Staff Reports
Young singers in Fort Bend County can showcase their talents for an area choir this weekend. Open auditions for the Fort Bend Boys Choir will be held from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday at the First United Methodist Church in Missouri City, 3900 Lexington Blvd. The choir was organized to give boys in the Houston area with special musical abilities and interests an opportunity to perform more challenging choral literature from classical selections to folk music. Founded in 1982, the Stafford-based organization has grown from 45 members at its inception to five performing ensembles. It consists of 200 choristers selected from the Fort Bend and Greater
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The city of Sugar Land will celebrate its 60th anniversary later this month, and there are multiple ways the public can join in. An oral histo-
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Community engagement exemplifies The Arc’s annual fundraiser For more than 50 years, The Arc of Fort Bend, comprised of dedicated volunteers and an organizational staff, has been working hard at advancing its role as a reputable advocate that also provides services to persons with special needs – those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Not only does it do that, but it also addresses education, employment, health care, recreation and so much more, even family support. It’s important to note that one of the most outstanding parts of The Arc of Fort Bend is the nucleus of the
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organization. Not many may know that the initial efforts of The Arc were launched by volunteer parents, impactful residents with special-needs children, who led the way in bringing their ideas to life. And today, a lot of us are on
board. The Best in the West, The Arc’s 41st annual fundraiser recently held at the George Ranch Arena in Richmond, has turned out to be the epitome of what community engagement looks like. The Arc, no doubt, seeks to better connect with the community to help it achieve long-term and sustainable outcomes. And given the purpose of the annual event, it turned out to be what you can call face-to-face fundraising. After all, you purchase a ticket for admission and dinner, bid on silent and live auction items, and then
also end up in the “see and be seen” crowd supporting the intents and purposes of The Arc. Those are all faceto-face fundraising and support encounters. At the Best of the West, you also get to break bread, not just a loaf of bread, but this bread piece comes with a tasty barbeque dinner from the Swinging Door shared among friends and associates in a casual setting followed by a live auction and dancing with music by the Triumphs. That’s that nine-member band that launched B.J. Thomas’s career. When you stop to think
about it, the feel of the event is that of an old-fashioned, community gathering, a shindig at the barn complete with historical period western wear on the part of many of the participants. Last year, more than $340,000 was raised at this event, which helps support youth and adult programs, including the Special Olympics. The Arc’s CEO, Laura LaVigne, tells us the funds generated from this year’s event will soon be released. The themed gathering drew more than 1,000 residents from the most ethnically diverse county in the U.S. We’re not only
the most diverse in America, but probably among the most charitable. Like the founders of the organization, who believed in the miracle of bringing their dream to life, during this season of giving let’s consider turning our good intentions to the caring and impactful, nonprofits in Fort Bend County, like The Arc, with our generosity. We hear that nonprofit organizations exist as a testament to the belief that we are inclined to kindness. Fort Bend may well be at the head of the line for earning another great reputation.
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Sugar Land recently garnered national recognition for its technological efforts to improve services for citizens. On Dec. 4, the Center for Digital Government named Sugar Land among the nation's top five cities that successfully use technology to improve resident services, enhance transparency and encourage resident engagement. The city earned fourth place among digital cities ranging in populations from
75,000-124,999 in CDG's 2019 Digital Cities Survey, up one spot from last year's survey. The rest of the top five was Lynchburg, Virginia; Westminster, Colorado; Columbia, Missouri; and Roanoke, Virginia. Sugar Land has been among the top 10 digital cities in the country for the past six years for cities with populations ranging from 75,000-124,999. Cities receiving the national accolade were recognized for successfully using technology to tackle social challenges, enhance cybersecurity and improve transparency.
Among the specific distinctions for Sugar Land were efforts to improve traffic flow through the Traffic Technology Services and Trafficware partnership and increasing transparency through an Office of Performance and Accountability map. "We're always looking ahead at new technology to find ways to not just make things more efficient internally, but to ensure our residents are receiving the services we take pride in providing,” Information Technology Manager Imelda Blane said in a news release.
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Area hoops teams start strong By Landan Kuhlmann LKUHLMANN@FORTBENDSTAR.COM
Several area basketball teams are off to hot starts to the season, which began last month. On the heels of a 38-3 finish and Class 5A state semifinal berth a season ago, the Hightower girls basketball team is off to another strong start. Following their best finish since the 2009-10 campaign, the Lady Hurricanes and head coach Deborah Mize have raced out to a 13-2 start and sat
★ BUFFALOS, FROM PAGE 1 dium and a hopeful state championship. They will continue their quest next week when they take on District 14-5A runner-up Boerne Champion (13-1). Earlier this year, Hornsby was the first Buffalo to be selected to play in the All American Bowl, and now has a chance to be part of more history. With a win Saturday, the Buffs would advance to the state title game for the second straight year – a first in the program’s illustrious history. “This has been a really good journey (for our team). To go backto-back would be a great thing for our community and the school,” Hornsby said with a smile on his face. “It’s a great feeling to (potentially) do something that hasn’t been done at this school be-
at No. 4 in the most recent Class 5A rankings from the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches heading into a Tuesday night game against Angleton. The Ridge Point Lady Panthers, meanwhile, sit at 8-4 on the season and ranked 17th in Class 6A by the TABC heading into a matchup against Hitchcock at 7 p.m. Friday. On the boys side, the Travis Tigers have bolted out to a 9-1 start in the 2019-20 campaign. They have won eight consecutive games, including a victory over North Shore – the 4thfore." After throwing for just 65 yards and his first two interceptions of the season last week against Huntsville, Hornsby bounced back to complete 8 of 14 passes for 264 yards and two touchdowns without an interception against Manvel. He also added 135 yards on the ground to pace Marshall’s offense, which lit up a Maverick defense that came in giving up just over 18 points per contest. The senior has now accounted for 3,060 yards and 39 touchdowns on the season. As usual, though, Saturday was far from a one-man show. Running back Devon Achane rushed for 132 yards and four touchdowns Saturday afternoon and has now reached the end zone at least three times in each of Marshall’s four
ranked team in Class 6A by the TABC – on Dec. 7. Ridge Point has also come out strong to open the season, sitting at 8-1 while winning five straight heading into Tuesday night’s game against 17th-ranked Dickinson. It will be the second clash of the season between the two teams, with the Panthers winning 76-60 on Nov. 22. The Stafford Spartans were 3-0 heading into a Tuesday night matchup against Baytown Lee. Follow The Star on Twitter @FortBendStar playoff games. He has now accounted for 44 touchdowns on the season, and 111 total scores during his three seasons at Marshall. On the other side of the ball, the Buffalos stif led a normally potent Manvel attack. The Mavericks possessed the highest-scoring offense in 11-5A, averaging more than 52 points per game entering last weekend’s contest. However, Marshall showed why it has allowed the fewest points in 11-5A this year (11.6 per game) in holding Manvel to its lowest scoring output of the season while forcing two turnovers. It was the first time all year the Mavericks had not scored at least 38 points in a game. “We just come out to dominate, it doesn’t matter what they’ve scored (before). We just focus on the fundamentals.
Following a Class 5A state seminfinal finish last season, the Hightower Lady Hurricanes are off to a 13-2 start this season and are ranked fourth in Class 5A by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches. (Photo from Hightower Twitter)
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According to Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, there are several hidden factors that inhibit weight loss, including a lack of sleep, inability to balance meal planning with exercise and genetic influences.The hospital is hosting an upcoming information session on
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Nabil Tariq, a board-certified surgeon and medical director of bariatric surgery at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, will host a weight-loss seminar to learn about the different programs offered at the Houston Methodist Weight Management Center. During the session, at-
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Santa visits OakBend Medical Center Medical Center’s Jackson Street location Dec. 5 and took time to visit with the employees’ children and grandchildren while they enjoyed cookies, milk and arts and crafts at the event. Children’s author Marilyn Sebesta of Whar-
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★ DISTRICT 22, FROM PAGE 1 open for a congressional run. He previously said he was exploring the possibility of a run and made it official last Saturday. “Washington is broken,” Nehls wrote in a Facebook post. “Career politicians have failed to secure our border and continue to mortgage our children's future with an out-of-control $23 trillion debt.”
ton brought along Scout the Loveable Lab to help entertain the children and Santa, and read the children Christmas stories. Each of the children received a boxed book set with a miniature plush dog from Sebesta.
★ SUSPECT, FROM PAGE 1 of Houston, who is wanted for the murder of 63-yearold Hamid Lakhani of Sugar Land on Aug. 31. Police say Young was recently located at the Clark County Detention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, under an assumed name after detectives received a Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers tip. The Las
A child hugs Santa during his visit to OakBend Medical Center in Richmond on Dec. 5. (Contributed photo)
and encouraging diversity. Derogatory comments such as the ones made by Rep. Miller are completely out of step with my beliefs and the beliefs of our party,” Howell said in a statement. “Our party has worked tirelessly, joyfully and transparently to promote civic involvement and growth within many of our Fort Bend communities. … Our party values and respects diversity, strong families, faith, business growth, volunteerism, honor and love for our neighbors.” In a statement, Miller said, "During a recent interview with the Houston Chronicle, I made some statements that were insensitive and inexcusable. In trying to make a point
★ MILLER, FROM PAGE 1 Shortly after the comments were made public Dec. 3, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott yanked a previous endorsement for Miller, while Fort Bend County GOP Chair Linda Howell immediately called for Miller’s withdrawal from consideration from next year’s primary election. State Comptroller Glenn Hegar and Sen. Lois Kolkhorst both threw their endorsements behind Jetton soon after. So did former Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert. “It is absolutely impossible to represent Fort Bend County without embracing
about the campaign, I used a poor choice of words that are not indicative of my character or heart. "My comments were not made with malice, nor do they reflect who I am or who I strive to be." In a Facebook post Dec. 3, Chan said Miller had reached out to him personally in order to apologize for the statements. “I genuinely appreciate that Representative Miller called to apologize for his baseless remarks,” Chan wrote. “I hope that in further discussion, we can put this unfortunate matter behind us and instead focus on serving Texas District 26.”
Both candidates have high name recognition around the county and the state. Nehls’ twin brother, Trever, serves as the Precinct 4 Constable in Fort Bend County. Bush’s cousin, George P. Bush, is Texas Land Commissioner, while former President George W. Bush is his uncle. Bush and Nehls join a candidate pool that already includes 16 more Republicans as well as three Democrats – Sri Preston
Kulkarni, Nyanza Moore and Derrick Reed. Olson’s seat is coveted as political landscapes have shifted across the county in recent years. He won the 2016 election by 19 percentage points but had to stave off a strong bid from Kulkarni in 2018, winning the election by just five percentage points. The filing deadline for candidates in the 2020 election was Monday, with primaries set for March 3.
Vegas Metro Police Department arrested Young Nov. 25 and charged him with robbery, conspiracy to commit robbery and grand theft auto. Young will be extradited back to Fort Bend County to face a murder trial. On the night of the incident, officers responded to WB Food Mart at 13003 West Bellfort St. around 8:30 p.m. after customers reported the store clerk, later identi-
fied as Lakhani, lying on the ground with a single gunshot wound. He was treated and transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead, according to the SLPD. Detectives reviewed surveillance video and determined that Lakhani was shot by one of three men who entered the store to commit a robbery, a suspect they later identified as Young.
State Rep. Rick Miller, right, speaks at a 2018 symposium. Miller recently ended his reelection bid for District 26 in the Texas House of Representatives after statements he made about two of his Republican opponents. (File photo by Joe Southern)
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Saturday's Snow Fest to bring frosty fun to Jordan Ranch From Staff Reports
Christmastime will come a little bit early for the residents of Fulshear and surrounding Fort
Bend County communities this weekend. About 70,000 pounds of snow will transform Jordan Ranch in Fulshear into a winter playground with the return of Snow Fest from noon-3 p.m. on
Saturday, Dec. 14 at the development. The Shed at Jordan Ranch, 30757 Jordan Crossing Blvd., is the site of this winter-themed event that features a three-lane snow slide, bounce houses,
a DJ, a trackless train, face painting, food trucks and more. “There’s nothing better than a day devoted to playing in the snow,” said Steve Sams, general manager for Jordan Ranch.
Complimentary cookies will keep families energized as will a special appearance by Santa Claus. The community’s 12 model homes will be open for touring. Saturday's event is free
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR FORT BEND COMMUNITY CALENDAR IS FOR NON-PROFIT EVENTS. Deadline is noon every Friday. Limit entries to 40 words and answer the “5 Ws” Who, What, When, Where, and Why. Email to editor@fortbendstar.com or mail to: Fort Bend Star, 3944 Bluebonnet Drive, Stafford, Texas 77477. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 SANTA’S EXCHANGE This is a joint effort of the Sugar Land Rotary Club, Exchange Club of Sugar Land, Toys for Tots & Project Smile. Over 4,000 underprivileged children received Christmas presents last year from this effort. New unwrapped toys are being accepted at FBISD campuses now through Dec. 10. More info: margieconnolly@yahoo.com KWANZA DECORATING TIPS In preparation for the holiday season, Fort Bend County LibrariesÕ Missouri City Branch Library willpresent Ò Beyond the Kwanzaa Table: Holiday Kwanzaa Decorating & CraftsÓ from 2-4 p.m. in the meeting room of the library, located at 1530 Texas Pkwy. Branch Manager Cecillia ShearronHawkins will demonstrate how to transform oneÕ s home into a Kwanzaa-inspired holiday event, with festive dŽ cor and customary essentials. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18 COOKBOOK CLUBS HOLIDAY COOKIE EXCHANGE The Culinary Book Club at the University Branch Library will meet Dec. 18, at 1:30 p.m., in Meeting Room 1 of the library, located at 14010 University Blvd. in Sugar Land. . Share tips, get ideas, and enjoy the camaraderie of other individuals who have an interest in cooking and good cuisine! For more information, call the Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900), the University Branch Library (281-633-5100), or the library systemÕ s Communications Office (281-633-4734). FRIDAY, DEC. 20 HOLIDAY WRAP OPEN HOUSE Fort Bend County LibrariesÕ Mission Bend Branch Library will host the event from 1-3 p.m., in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 8421 Addicks Clodine Road in northeast Fort Bend County. The library will provide basic essentials, such as wrapping paper, tape, and ribbons, but those attending are welcome to bring their own materials as well. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend. lib.tx.us), or call the Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900) or the library systemÕ s Communications Office (281-633-4734). ONGOING DVD-BASED ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS WITH NO HOMEWORK REQUIRED Are you interested in an adult Sunday School class that offers breathtaking videography of important Holy Land archeological sites combined with cultural scholar Ray Vander LaanÕ s explanation of the religious significance of those sites? First Presbyterian Church of Sugar Land offers an ongoing weekly class designed to help you understand and appreciate the Bible by giving you a better sense of the land and culture from which it sprang. The class will help you more fully appreciate Biblical times and places, so you could more fully respond to the power of the Word today. There is no cost. The class meets at 9:30 am every Sunday morning at First Presbyterian of Sugar Land (502 Eldridge Rd.). For more information call 281-240-3195.
EXCHANGE EXCHANGE, AmericaÕ s Service Club, always welcomes guests and is in search of new members! Various Fort Bend clubs exist and can accommodate early morning (7 a.m.), noon and evening meeting time desires. We are about 1) Doing Good in and for our community, 2) Having FUN!! 3) Making New Friends & 4) Developing Professional Relationships through our Programs of Service in Americanism, Youth, numerous Community Service Events and our National Project, the Prevention of Child Abuse. We are in Ò Unity for ServiceÓ as we work together to inspire our communities to be better places to live! For more info, contact Mike Reichek, Regional Vice President, 281-575-1145 or mike@ reichekfinancial.com We would love to have you join us and see what we are all about! SIENNA CRAFT/SEWING GROUP Sienna Craft/Sewing group. Meets every Tuesday from 10-noon at Sawmill Clubhouse in Sienna Plantation. We sew, crochet, knit, needlepoint, etc. contact Livia Erich at 281-543-3524 or liviaerich@yahoo.com for additional information. AHFC JUNIOR HURRICANES (JHSL) Registration For the FALL 2019 - Now Open The Junior Hurricanes Soccer League (JHSL) is led by professional United States Soccer Federation (USSF) licensed staff and is designed for boys & girls who want to play and have fun in a safe and developmentally appropriate environment. The JHSL program is being offered at multiple locations and in conjunction with CFSA at the Schiel Road Complex.To learn more about each location and to register please visit www.albionhurricanes.org. DAV CHAPTER 233 MONTHLY MEETING The second Tuesday of every month at the United Way fort Bend Center, 12300 Parc Crest Dr., Stafford, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 281-222-4888. MISSOURI CITY AARP CHAPTER 3801 Meets the second Monday of every month at 11:30 a.m., at 2701 Cypress Point Dr., Missouri City Rec Center. Lunch, education, and entertainment. All seniors over 50 invited. For more information, call 713-859-5920 or 281-499-3345. BECOME A FOSTER GRANDPARENT Volunteers are needed to be a role model, mentor and friend to children with exceptional needs in the community. Training, mileage reimbursement, tax-free monthly stipend if eligible. Call today to help change the world, one child at a time in Rosenberg. For more information, call 281-3443515. WHILE WE’RE WAITING SUPPORT GROUP For Bereaved Parents - grieving the loss of a child at any age. Meets the third Thursday of every month, 7 p.m., at the First Colony Church of Christ, 2140 First Colony Blvd., Sugar Land. For more information, call 281-413-2484. AMERICAN LEGION 271 MEETING We meet the first Thursday of every month at the Post Hall, 4520 Hwy. 36 in Rosenberg. A covered dish meal is served to members at 6:30 p.m. followed by meetings at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 281-341-9966.
ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Caregivers of patients with AlzheimerÕ s disease or other related dementias are invited to attend the first Thursday of each month, 7-8:30 p.m. at St. JohnÕ s United Methodist Church, 400 Jackson St. in Richmond, across from the historic Fort Bend County Courthouse. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 713-3141313 or 1-800-272-3900. QUAIL VALLEY WINE SOCIETY Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month for education of wines, food pairings and fellowship at the Quail Valley City Centre, 2880 LaQuinta, Missouri City. For more information, call 281437-6798 or jackipauley@att.net. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The Pregnancy Resource Medical Center has moved to 4411 Avenue N in Rosenberg across from Navarro Middle School. Volunteers are needed on a continual basis. For information on volunteering or supporting the PRMC in other ways, email info@prmcfortbend.org. 4-H, FOOD & NUTRITION Fort Bend 4-H is looking for input from the community on how it can better serve the public. To learn more about 4-H projects, join 4-H at 7 p.m. at the University Library (14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land), visit fortbend4h.eventbrite. com or call 281-342-3034. STORY SPINNERS WRITING CLUB Hosted by the George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. 5:30-8 p.m. All levels welcome to write, share, learn and support. Free and open to the public. The program meets on the third Thursday of every month. For more information, call 281-342-4455 or 281-633-4734. ADOPT A SHELTER CAT Fort Bend Pets Alive is partnering with Half Price Books in Sugar Land to find homes for shelter cats and to promote literacy among young readers. School-aged children are invited to come read to a cat, receive an Ò I read to a catÓ bookmark and be eligible to adopt a cat for 50 perecent off. Held 1:30-4:30 p.m. the first Saturday of every month at 3203 Hwy 6 S, Sugar Land. FORT BEND RECOVERS HURRICANE HARVEY HELP Those needing help with a recovery plan for home repairs, or any unmet needs, Fort Bend Recovers is here to help. Call one of these Helplines today: Case Management Helpline 281-207-2555, Spiritual/Emotional Helpline: 281-207-2505, Lone Star Legal Aid 866-6590666. A case manager will contact you and get you started on your road to recovery.Visit www. fortbendrecovers.org for more information and to donate. CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS The Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd in Missouri City presents a variety of programs every month. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 281-238-2900 or 281-633-4734.
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