Convenience Big Store: Fort Bend ISD places voter-approval tax rate election on November ballot

Fort Bend County wants to make its shining new EpiCenter a go-to venue

Fort Bend County has a beautiful new EpiCenter.

About 2,500 people attended the Festival of One on Saturday, so it's likely I saw some of you there.

The goal of this lively and free funfair was to introduce residents to the new venue. I was impressed.

The cost of construction for the project located in Rosenberg was approximately $120 million.

According to the county, the EpiCenter will generate millions in revenue over the next decade and draw new businesses to the area by hosting concerts, graduations and other events

What do you think of the new EpiCenter?

Juhi Varma, Fort Bend reporter

juhi.varma@houstonchronicle.com

Growing Fort Bend

Photo by: Jon Shapley, Staff Photographer

Fort Bend's new sports and entertainment complex, Epicenter, makes its debut

The Fort Bend County Epicenter is now open and hosted its first community festival.

Education

Fort Bend ISD students will return to school on Aug. 9.

Photo by: Kristi Nix

Fort Bend ISD places voter-approval tax rate election on November ballot

Fort Bend ISD voters will once again encounter a tax rate election on the November ballot, which district officials say would help boost teacher salaries.

Openings and Closings

Vegan bakery Cinnaholic will open a new location in Richmond on Friday, Sept. 1. There is a grand party from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on opening day. Each guest will enjoy a cinnamon roll of their choice for only $2. Located at 19320 W Bellfort Blvd, Suite 300, Cinnaholic – Richmond will offer the same menu as all other locations, including the famous cinnamon rolls, edible cookie dough and additional sweet treats like brownies, cookies, "Baby Buns," and "Cinnacakes," along with Dole soft serve.

Shout Out

Fort Bend County holds great pride in the accomplishments of the Needville Little League team. The boys exemplified integrity, fairness, and skill throughout their journey. While they may not have taken the championship, their impressive performance stands as a testament to their dedication and sportsmanship. Fort Bend County Fair has honored the boys by naming them grand marshals of the annual celebration's parade in September.