“When my Ob-gyn told me that all the weight loss in the world wouldn’t change my shape, I looked into getting a tummy tuck. My husband was not enthusiastic. He said, “We’ve been married for twenty-five years and you’ve never heard me complain about your stomach!” I told him, “This is something I’m doing for myself!” One day I saw Dr. Ahmadi in UpClose Magazine...and everything fell into place.”

At Classic Chevy you’ll always find good times with good people...and that’s one reason the Fourth Annual Chili Cook-off was such a success! Did you see Classic Chevrolet’s Community Liaison, Ray Aguilar in the dunk tank? We heard there was plenty of ice in that water! Kids enjoyed face painting, games, and a bounce house and all ages enjoyed the band! Of course, the main attraction was the chili!

Why wouldn’t you choose an emergency room where your needs and comfort come first? Co-founded by Dr. Shannon Orsak and his brother Brian, St. Michael’s offers a luxurious waiting room, designated pediatric treatment rooms, an on-site radiology department and lab, board-certified physicians and dedicated nurses. St. Michael's Emergency Rooms is the first and only free-standing ER in Fort Bend and the surrounding Houston area. St. Michael’s ER is in-network with AETNA and also accepts more than 200 insurance plans, including Cigna, Blue Cross, United, and Humana. You’ll pay the same ER price for concierge service at St. Michael’s as you would pay at a standard ER...and often even less! St. Michael’s offers everything you need from an ER––physicians trained in emergency medicine, X-ray, Ultrasound and CT, and an on-site diagnostic lab––without the wait!

“One of the nicest parts is walking into an office where literally everyone knows your name. Lynn, Lori, and Linda, his staff, are so good. In fact, I’ve brought my two sons––ages 6 and 10––to the office for regular cleanings and Lori makes them feel completely comfortable. She does a great job with kids! I also have to say that I’ve never been to a dental office where people say ‘goodbye’ and ‘thank you’ to everyone there as they’re leaving. Whether Dr. Lomonte’s patients are coming or going, they’re always smiling!”

Getting ready to put your home on the market? Realtors love the way Miracle Method makes an older kitchen or bathroom look brand-new. Jonee says, “Switching up a big surface like a countertop or changing the look of your tub and shower, tile flooring, or backsplash makes a big impact. Miracle Method transforms tile, cultured marble, Corian®, Formica®, Wilsonart® and other laminate countertops.…without ripping them out. Our work comes with a five-year warranty to protect your investment...and that warranty is transferrable to your homebuyers!”

The Literacy Council of Fort Bend is preparing for our 5th annual Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee! Even if you're not a champion speller, come watch local corporations, friends and family members compete against one another in this exciting event.

Tutors do not need knowledge of any foreign language, nor do they need formal teaching experience. There are only three qualifications needed to become a tutor at the Literacy Council, a desire to help adult students, patience and commitment to three hours of tutoring per week. Tutor hours vary according to the tutor’s schedule. The Literacy Council is especially in need of “Night Owls” who would like to volunteer to tutor in the evenings.

More than 250 area Girl Scouts participated in the ceremony. The Scouts created thousands of blue friendship bracelets for the ceremony. They kept some to distribute to their friends and brought the rest to be distributed at the ceremony and throughout the month of April. The event kicked off a 30 day child abuse awareness campaign. Everyone was encouraged to follow the agency’s Facebook page to learn more about child abuse and how they can help end abuse.

Vacation Bible School is coming to St. Thomas Aquinas this summer, July 28 - August 1, 5:30 - 8:30pm! Your children will have an opportunity to learn more about God through the daily scripture stories that will enfold through a medieval theme called "Kingdom Rock."

In an effort to raise awareness for Breast Cancer AND actually help fight the disease, Mammosafe and NASCAR’s Kristin Bumbera have teamed up in a crowdfunding campaign at www.MammosafeRacing.com to raise money to provide life-saving mammograms for women who have no insurance coverage and cannot afford the examination. For each race that is fully funded, 10 underserved women will be given mammograms for FREE!