Sugar Land to launch #AllInForSLTX campaign to stimulate economy in response to COVID-19
About 92% of businesses surveyed in Sugar Land experienced a decline in business due to COVID-19.
Fort Bend County confirms 49 coronavirus cases May 29, highest single-day total since early May
Missouri City now has more than 300 confirmed coronavirus cases.
Texas Renaissance Festival announces tentative modifications for 2020 season
In a May 28 statement, General Manager Joseph Bailey said new safety measures are in the works to comply with governmental recommendations, and an operating plan is expected to be reviewed with officials in June.
Study predicts coronavirus spike and other top Houston-area stories
Read some of the most popular Houston-area content on Community Impact Newspaper’s website from this week.
Texas Medical Center sees another week-over-week decrease in COVID-19 hospitalizations
Texas Medical Center continued to see week-over-week decreases in the total number of active COVID-19 hospitalizations but also saw a significant increase in patient deaths, the medical center reported May 29.
Galveston Bay Foundation to host virtual, drive-thru rain barrel workshop
The Kemah-based nature conservation nonprofit is hosting a rain barrel workshop this weekend for Houstonians thirsting for a way to help conserve the community’s water supply.
Fort Bend County officials to use COVID-19 Registry to guide coronavirus response
Here is how you can join the COVID-19 Registry and shape Fort Bend County's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
With latest action, Missouri City City Council votes down community survey in search for city manager
The results of the survey would have helped council identify issues and priorities to consider when selecting the next city manager.
Sugar Land, Missouri City each see 5 new coronavirus cases May 28
There were 17 new coronavirus cases reported in Fort Bend County on May 28, bringing the county total to 1,783 confirmed coronavirus cases.
Spectators to be welcomed back to Texas outdoor sporting events May 31 at 25% of venue capacity
Venue owners must operate under guidelines that facilitate appropriate social distancing.
Q&A: UH College of Nursing dean reflects on how coronavirus has affected education, profession
Kathryn Tart, dean of the University of Houston’s College of Nursing, spoke with Community Impact Newspaper about how the novel coronavirus is changing the way the university is educating nursing students.
Greater Houston-area health systems examine plasma transfusion as possible COVID-19 treatment
The experimental therapy involves the transfer of plasma from recovered COVID-19 patients to those who are currently symptomatic.
Some Texas students eligible for one-time federal benefit to aid with food purchases
Texas received approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide more than $1 billion in pandemic food benefits.
Bernie's Burger Bus announces all locations will permanently close May 31
The business started as a food truck in 2010.
Sugar Land nonprofit, city distribute care packages to help local businesses reopen
The care packages are designed to help small businesses obtain the supplies needed to safely reopen their stores,
Fort Bend County Attorney's Office authorized to file amicus brief supporting mail-in ballots amid coronavirus outbreak
The litigation centers over whether the coronavirus pandemic is a legitimate reason for a voter to request a mail-in ballot under the umbrella of "disability."
Texas comptroller predicts slow, steady economic turnaround post-pandemic
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said the state entered the era of the coronavirus in a healthy financial situation, which bodes well for the future as reopening continues, but that Texans are not out of the woods yet.
Amid uncertainty about next school year, Fort Bend ISD to offer full-time at-home learning
FBISD's at-home learning option will be for available for families fearful of returning to school because of the coronavirus.
Gov. Greg Abbott announces $3.6 million project to connect nursing home residents to families
Gov. Greg Abbott announced May 27 that $3.6 million will be provided to nursing facilities to purchase tablets, webcams and headphones to connect residents with family members.
13 of 34 coronavirus cases reported May 27 in Fort Bend County are located in Sugar Land, Missouri City ZIP codes
Fort Bend County is reporting 34 new confirmed cases of the coronavirus, bringing the county total to 1,766, according to data published online May 27.
Wondering what is open? Sugar Land parks, facilities begin phased reopening
Sugar Land Mayor Joe Zimmerman said the reopening of the city’s parks facilities is being done in accordance with Gov. Greg Abbott’s Open Texas Plan and guidance from health professionals.
State of Texas releases voter health checklist for polling stations in June and July
Texas Secretary of State Ruth Hughs released a checklist May 26 for voters to follow to help prevent the spread of coronavirus at polls.
UPDATED: Here's how to watch the historic May 30 SpaceX rocket launch
For the first time since 2011, NASA astronauts are launching from U.S. soil to space.
Gov. Abbott issues proclamation allowing water parks to open
Starting Friday, May 29, water parks will be allowed to open but must limit guests to 25% of their normal operating capacity.
Fort Bend County reports 71 new coronavirus cases, 23 recoveries over Memorial Day weekend
The 71 new cases bring Fort Bend County's total coronavirus case count to 1,732.