Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Simpson as the organization’s new Executive Director. He will be succeeding Judge Bob Hebert, who has served as…
Month: July 2023
Here’s the latest on 3 FM 1488 projects as of July
The Texas Department of Transportation is 75% complete with a project to widen FM 1488 from the Waller County line near Joseph Road to FM 1774. (Lizzy Spangler/Community Impact) Here’s three road…
MISSING ELDERLY WOMAN FOUND SAFE
An elderly woman was discovered safe and sound after wondering away from her residence. Washington County sent out an alert around 4:30pm yesterday (Thursday) for an 81-year-old female who went missing. The…
New Texas laws widen truck enforcement in three areas
Three new Texas laws open the door to more local police enforcing commercial vehicle safety standards. Currently, the Texas Department of Public Safety is solely responsible for enforcing overweight rules. Certain exceptions…
Business Boom, Urban Growth Shaping Waller County
Historically known for its rural charm, best-in-class manufacturing and Prairie View A&M University, Waller County is transitioning into an urban area. Positioned just outside Harris County, Waller County is considered the “last…
Waller County Cowgirl Crowned Miss Rodeo Texas Princess 2023
Peyton Robertson of Brookshire, Texas, was crowned the prestigious title of Miss Rodeo Texas Princess on June 23rd, 2023, at the Miss Rodeo Texas Coronation in San Antonio, Texas. The categories of…
Former deputy fire marshal gets 20 years for accidentally shooting, killing Waller County volunteer firefighter
WALLER COUNTY, Texas – A former deputy fire marshal with the University of Houston has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the death of a volunteer firefighter in Waller County….