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An Eclectic Eye --
May 1, 2012 – 7:30 am | Comments Off

A view in the living room: A symphony of surfaces takes all eyes to a cozy fireplace, replete with English hunting horns from Lewis & Maese on the mantel. The slightly curved bench was a gift to Heather from noted photographer and friend David Halliday of New Orleans. She painted the legs black and topped it with a sensuous fabric from Fortuny. The photograph above the mantel is by Halliday.

An art-collecting couple with a knack for design forges their own unique look

Heather Loeb relaxes in a cozy, sun-drenched sitting room, explaining her philosophy about design. “I really just love an eclectic style,” she says. “And I think it should be simple living, not over–the-top. My parents had amazing taste and I’d like to think I inherited some of that!” Read the full story »

Holy Cow! Moolah for Art
May 1, 2012 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Holy Cow! Moolah for Art

 Terry High artist wins First Place in national Art of Dairy contest­
 
By Cindy Ziervogel
It’s not that Fariha Rashid, a senior at B. F. Terry High School, took herself too seriously; it’s just that of all …

Baseball Buzzes Into Sugar Land!
May 1, 2012 – 6:40 am | Comments Off
Baseball Buzzes Into Sugar Land!

The Skeeters bring a unique pitch with them
By Cindy Ziervogel
The Sugar Land Skeeters is the area’s new minor league baseball team and they’re causing a buzz with their no boredom allowed attitude.
Christopher Hill, Vice President …

Around The Bend Articles
May 1, 2012 – 6:30 am | Comments Off
Around The Bend Articles

COCKER SPANIEL RESCUE CREATES BUCKET LIST FOR JENNY. Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas, now based in Sugar Land, has come up with a bucket list for a special dog. Jenny has cancer and will …

City of Richmond Prepares to Celebrate 175th Anniversary
May 1, 2012 – 6:30 am | Comments Off
City of Richmond Prepares to Celebrate 175th Anniversary

Wessendorff Park to open by end of the year
The city of Richmond is moving forward to build a park adjacent to the Richmond Police Department, which will be named Wessendorff Park. The community park will …

Fort Bend County Scope
May 1, 2012 – 6:20 am | Comments Off
Fort Bend County Scope

Sugar Land Named
ADL Community of Respect
Four years after being named the nation’s first “Community of Respect,” the Anti-Defamation League again recognized Sugar Land for its ongoing commitment to foster an inclusive and respectful community.
Sugar …

Texana Starts Peer-to-Peer Program for Veterans
May 1, 2012 – 6:20 am | Comments Off
Texana Starts Peer-to-Peer Program for Veterans

Donations are needed to help vets with post-traumatic stress
When planes full of soldiers land at Bush Intercontinental Airport, there are large groups of people there to meet them, waving flags, saying “thank you,” hugging and …

Business Briefs
May 1, 2012 – 6:10 am | Comments Off
Business Briefs

Farrah Gandhi, director of marketing, Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, participated in the 13th annual Center for Chamber of Commerce Excellence Conference in Addison, Texas.
Gandhi participated in Fundamentals of Chamber Management I that dealt with …

An Astros Wife Shares Mother’s Day Memories
May 1, 2012 – 6:10 am | Comments Off
An Astros Wife Shares Mother’s Day Memories

For Sara Lyon, it’s appreciating times spent together, on the road or at home
By Melanie Saxton
When Sara Lyon reflects on the joys (and juggling) of being an Astros Wife, it’s always with appreciation. After all, …

SpringSpirit Baseball Launches
May 1, 2012 – 6:00 am | Comments Off
SpringSpirit Baseball Launches

A faith-based organization has sprung to life in the heart of Spring Branch

National Public Gardens Day is May 11
May 1, 2012 – 5:50 am | Comments Off
National Public Gardens Day is May 11

Explore the beauty of local green spaces at Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens
This garden at Mercer is part of the east side of the 325-acre park that includes 5 miles of walking trails. v (opposite …

Blu Brings International Style and Global Flavors to Sugar Land
May 1, 2012 – 5:40 am | Comments Off
Blu Brings International Style and Global Flavors to Sugar Land

Chef Jett Hurapan kicks up the culinary scene
Fort Bend County has attracted some of the country and region’s top restaurant operators to this booming pocket of Greater Houston. Two savvy Sugar Land couples are hoping …

Cancer Care for Young Adults
May 1, 2012 – 3:35 am | Comments Off
Cancer Care for Young Adults

Dealing with a diagnosis and feeling “I’m too young for this!”
By Judy Latta
Our 20s and 30s are supposed to be the prime of our lives. We have outgrown the frailties and dependence of our early …

New Sight for Sore Eyes
May 1, 2012 – 3:30 am | Comments Off
New Sight for Sore Eyes

Improve your vision with eye surgery options
By Elizabeth Anthony
Good vision is one of the most important assets we have as we go throughout our daily tasks. Every day we experience the world through our …

Houston Home Trends
May 1, 2012 – 3:10 am | Comments Off
Houston Home Trends

How local builders are accommodating owners’ wishes
By Jennifer Miko
House hunters are busy searching the Houston area, but what are they really looking for? Builders know the competition is fierce, so they need to stay current …

Thankful Mom-ments
May 1, 2012 – 3:05 am | Comments Off
Thankful Mom-ments

Celtic Classique™
I W MARKS
The popular Classique™ collection continues to awe and garner admirers with its lustrous and modern jewelry. The latest jewelry now features black onyx, amethyst, blue and white topaz, which add a bold …

The Woodlands Resort: Where you’ll never hear, “Are we there yet?”
May 1, 2012 – 2:40 am | Comments Off
The Woodlands Resort: Where you’ll never hear, “Are we there yet?”

Close your eyes. Now imagine yourself basking in the sun while palm trees sway in the cool breeze overhead — your favorite magazine in one hand and a frozen margarita with fresh squeezed lime in …

Fashion – Outer Expressions
May 1, 2012 – 2:30 am | Comments Off
Fashion – Outer Expressions

HUNTER

This stylish Hunter Gabby Boot arrives just in time for April Showers.
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Unique Finds
May 1, 2012 – 2:20 am | Comments Off
Unique Finds

Unique finds for your home and lifestyle

Pig Butter Dish • Tania Johnson Designs • A Symmetric Closet From CB2 • Cape Blanket­

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No-Fuss DESSERTS
May 1, 2012 – 1:56 am | Comments Off
No-Fuss DESSERTS

Are you hungry for a sweet treat but don’t have the time or energy to create something from scratch?
These no-fuss dessert recipes are sure to delight. Start with convenient ingredients, such as Sara Lee Pound …

Hidden Menaces Lurk Beneath Garden Surface
May 1, 2012 – 1:54 am | Comments Off
Hidden Menaces Lurk Beneath Garden Surface

How to Stay Six Steps Ahead of Weeds
Every garden is filled with millions of weeds, even if they can’t be seen. You can pull, chop, spray and dig weeds out, but they remain. That’s because …

What’s trending in the world of interior design?
May 1, 2012 – 1:50 am | Comments Off
What’s trending in the world of interior design?

Design tips and trends will take the fear out of updating your space
By Angela Crissman
Looking for a way to update the style inside your home and don’t know where to start? Does the thought of …

A Savory Springtime Brunch
May 1, 2012 – 1:50 am | Comments Off
A Savory Springtime Brunch

Warm breezes, blooming flowers, pretty pastels — when spring is in the air, there’s plenty of reason to celebrate. It’s the perfect time to bring family and friends together for a welcoming brunch.
When planning your …

Book Reviews
May 1, 2012 – 1:40 am | Comments Off
Book Reviews

The Vegetarian Kitchen Table Cookbook • Sweet Macarons • Mini Encyclopedia of Garden Ponds• How to Raise Monarch Butterflies • Herbs • The Rest of the Best and More • Fresh American Spaces

Wine – Favorite Current Releases
May 1, 2012 – 1:15 am | Comments Off
Wine – Favorite Current Releases

By Denman Moody
Sparkling Wine:
Handley Brut Rosé Anderson Valley 2006—One of the unsung heroes of the sparkling wines of California. Made in the same area as Roederer Estate, this is a perennial winner. Grapes for this …

Buick Verano & Volkswagen Passat
May 1, 2012 – 1:10 am | Comments Off
Buick Verano & Volkswagen Passat

by Kelly Foss
Buick has filled the vehicle with purposeful technology. This includes touch screen navigation, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, …..

Though the Passat is substantial, it somehow manages to maintain its lithe supple road manners and responsiveness. Part of the joy of owning a VW is how it drives and handles.

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