Belgian Club Chair from Serena & Lily
At Serena & Lily you can choose your furniture style and the upholstery. European styling and a neat nailhead trim make this a classic. A gently curved back softens …
It’s time to get up, get out and get moving
Each year our reliance on fast food and take-out grows as our lifestyles become faster paced with less time to spend in the kitchen trying to …
Hand pain can affect anyone but is particularly common among baby boomers. Traumatic injury accounts for some pain, but arthritis is a factor for many people. It’s estimated that one out of every five people …
Make your kitchen clutter-free and spacious by adding storage
For many Americans, remodeling their kitchens tops the list of home improvement projects — and for several good reasons. Not only is the kitchen the heart of …
Spending around $100 will provide a whole new look
A remodeled kitchen is the fondest dream of many homeowners. But at an average cost of $56,000 for a “mid-range” upgrade according to Remodeling magazine, the price …
Follow these expert tips
Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon spent many years and covered many miles searching for the fabled “fountain of youth.” Fortunately, you don’t have to go to those lengths to find a special …
Wallcoverings can change the look of a room in an instant
By Sandra Meineke
As the real estate market continues to be sluggish across the country, homeowners who might have downsized or up-sized are choosing instead to …
WHAT PLANT WHEN
What Plant When is a compact book from DK Publishing and the American Horticultural Society It is the perfect guide to choosing beautiful plants that will give seasonal interest and color to a …
By Denman Moody
www.denmanswineblog.com
When I first wrote about Riesling some 30 years ago, it had little effect because most people had no interest in a “too-sweet, cheap white wine from Germany”— Liebfraumilch being the then omnipresent …
Asparagus on a platter topped with tomatoes,
croutons, feta, and chives!
Delicious!
The Plug-in Prius is fundamentally different because it can be pre-charged.
The Acura TL styling is attractive, rich-looking and tastefully crafted.
A small 1950s Ranch goes uptown with a harmonious mix of contemporary elements and antiques
The Ranch house, warm and inviting, became a symbol for relaxed living in the 1950s, a suburban phenomenon conducive to raising …
FORT BEND COUNTY FAIR QUEEN
CONTESTANT REGISTRATION ENDS JULY 31
Young women who wish to compete for the title of 2011 Fort Bend County Fair Queen have until July 31 to register. The Contest is for females …
To My Wonderful Readers:
Thank you for six wonderful years covering Fort Bend County’s exciting social events and happening…soirees in every size, theme and for many worthy charitable causes.
This issue commemorates my last social column. My …
FIRST COLONY MS STUDENT NAMED CITIZEN OF THE MONTH - A member of many First Colony activities and extracurricular programs, Bobcat Sophia Zekkour was selected as Citizen of the Month by the Sugar Land Exchange …
Teen’s achievements in complex science research and other pursuits fueled by passion
By Cindy Ziervogel
Neerja Aggarwal is an experienced research scientist in the complex world of nanotechnology. She calls research her thing.
When it comes to understanding …
DADDY AND MOMMY ARE COMING HOME! Sgts. Clint and Rosanna Keeton will be returning home to their 18-month-old daughter, Arianna, after their third tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, respectfully.
Sgt. Keeton, 2003 graduate of Elkins High …
Sugar Land 101 Graduates 2011 Class
Sugar Land City Council recently recognized 28 graduates of Sugar Land 101 — a 10-week course focusing on city operations and preparing participants for leadership roles in the community.
By the …
Methodist Sugar Land Hospital has received The Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center Certification. The certification recognizes Methodist Sugar Land Hospital’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care by ensuring that stroke patients …
By Chris Godbold
Most of the state leaders supported peaceful efforts to maintain good relations with the existing centralist powers in Mexico City and keep troops out of Texas. However, the Mexican government was determined to …
By Melanie Saxton
Her heartfelt insights on education, literacy, dogs and skydiving
Barbara Pierce Bush is passionate about education. As a wife, mother, grandmother, public servant, volunteer and author, she has devoted much of her life championing …
From now on, it’s Fort Bend Christian Academy
Fort Bend Baptist Academy (FBBA), a premier college preparatory Christian school in the heart of Sugar Land, announced its official name change to Fort Bend Christian Academy (Fort …
This year’s event set for Nov. 3-5
Fort Bend Junior Service League has announced that Methodist Sugar Land Hospital will return in 2011 as the Presenting Sponsor for the FBJSL Sugar Plum Market, which will once …
Fred and Mabel R. Parks Foundation to present 20th Annual CASA Christmas Home Tour
While you’re trying to beat the heat, committee members, decorators, Child Advocates of Fort Bend staff and Fred and Mabel R. Parks …
The youngest World Challenge SCAA driver
By Melanie Saxton
Few 15-year-olds are driving, especially in race cars, yet one talented local teenager has made history as the youngest World Challenge SCAA driver. Alec Udell is an Honor …
By Tish Williams
It takes a lot of Advil to be Matt Bullard. “When you’re my size, you can take 16 a day,” says the 6-foot, 10-inch former NBA world champ, a nine season Houston Rockets …
The father of 10, former boxing champ George Foreman pulls no punches with his advice on being a successful parent
By Melanie Saxton
