Heart Health Fair

Heart Health Fair

Join us for a fun, interactive, educational experience as we bring awareness to heart health and the effects of cardiovascular disease through information booths, free screenings, fitness classes, and giveaways!

All are welcome!

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Heart Health Event

Fort Bend Has Heart County Department Competition

February is Heart Health Month, and we're excited to kick off a special “Fort Bend Has Heart” County Department Competition to promote heart health awareness. Your heart is the powerhouse of your body, and taking care of it is crucial for a happy and healthy life. So, let's come together to make heart health a priority!

Competition Details

We encourage each of you to participate in the "Fort Bend Has Heart County Department" competition. Here's how you can get involved:

  1. Share Your Heart-Healthy Ideas:
    • Send your favorite heart-healthy recipes, snacks, or meal prep ideas to FBC.Judge@fortbendcountytx.gov
    • Share tips on how to incorporate more physical activity into your daily routine.
    • Suggest stress-relief techniques or mindfulness practices for a healthy heart.
  2. Capture the Moment:
    • Take pictures of your heart-healthy meals, workout routines, or any creative ways you're incorporating heart health into your life.
    • Share images of team members engaging in heart-healthy activities, whether it's a walk in the park, a workout session, or a group yoga class.
  3. Team Spirit:
    • Form teams within the department and work together to create a collaborative heart-healthy initiative.
    • Come up with a team name and slogan that reflects your commitment to heart health.

How to Submit:

Send your pictures, ideas, and team details to FBC.Judge@fortbendcountytx.gov throughout the month of February.  We'll compile all entries and announce the winners during our Fort Bend County Heart Health Month celebration on Thursday, February 15, 2024.

Thank you for your participation!

 

Fort Bend County Accepting Application for Summer Youth Employment Program
Fort Bend County to Resume Normal Operations Following Severe Weather Closure
Fort Bend County Announces Closures For Tuesday Due to Inclement Weather
Winter Weather Updates

Fort Bend County Residents:

In light of inclement weather conditions, all Fort Bend County Offices, Courts, and Facilities will be CLOSED on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Please stay vigilant for updates regarding the county's reopening. Your safety is our
priority. - (Posted 1/15/24 @ 6:30pm)

For Weather Updates:

National Weather Service

Warming Centers:

Warming Centers

Non-Emergency Information

281-341-4665

Fort Bend County Social Services Asst:

281-633-7795


Fort Bend County Employees:

Due to the ongoing inclement weather and dangerous conditions caused by the Arctic Cold Front, Fort Bend County Offices, Courts, and Facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 16, except for essential services and staff, which may include Law Enforcement, Emergency Management Services, the Office of Emergency Management, and other necessary departments, will remain operational. Please keep in touch with your Department Head or Elected Official for updates, and monitor the Fort Bend County website for the latest information. Take necessary precautions and stay warm. - (Posted 1/15/24 @ 6:30pm)

 

FORT BEND COUNTY PREPARES RESIDENTS FOR FREEZING TEMPERATURES
Climate Pollution Reduction Program

Let's take a step toward a more sustainable future for our region!

Participate in the survey. Read about the potential strategies below and let us know the ones you care most about. You can also tell us what pollution reducing activities you'd like to see in the plan. Let us know what you think when it comes to the environment and help shape a sustainable future for our region.

Solutions by Sector

Potential initiatives to consider for our region:

  • Waste, Water and Sustainable Materials
  • Carbon Removal
  • Agriculture
  • Industrial
  • Buildings
  • Electric Power
  • Transportation

We need your input! For more information on the program, visit https://bit.ly/CPRG-Program or scan the QR code below.

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Climate Pollution Reduction Program
Winter Weather Forecast Press Conference

Winter Weather Forecast

An Arctic blast is predicted to head to the Houston area as early as Monday. This arctic blast has the potential to produce sleet, ice, and snow for parts of Texas. Judge George held a press conference on Friday, January 12, at the Office of Homeland Security, 307 Fort Street at 12 noon to better inform and prepare residents for the potential threat, location of warming centers, and recommended safety precautions.

Live stream was broadcast on Friday, January 12, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Fort Bend County Inaugural Gumbo Cook-Off & Vendor Market

REGISTRATION HAS ENDED

Greetings and a warm welcome! We invite you to join us on Sunday, February 18, 2024, for the Fort Bend County Black History Gumbo Cook-Off.

If you would like to be a Gumbo Contestant or wish to become a Market Vendor for this exciting event, we invite you to explore the details and access the registration and sign-up links provided below. Your journey to being a part of this celebration begins right here!

2024 Gumbo Cook-Off – Sunday, February 18, 2024
$25 Entry fee per gumbo team
(registration limited to the first 10 teams)

Calling all gumbo teams, we are looking for the best to enter our Fort Bend County & NAACP Missouri City & Vicinity Gumbo Cook-off. The Gumbo Cook-off will feature a People’s Choice award along with winners selected by a panel of judges. Each team will be given a cooking area; all teams are responsible for bringing their own supplies for cooking. Sampling cups, napkins, and judges’ sampling cups will be provided. There will be Trophies and Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place.

Please click the button below to register.

Registration has ended.

Download Gumbo Cook-Off flyer [PDF]
or click the thumbnail below:
Download Gumbo Cook-Off Flyer

Calling all entrepreneurs and creatives; we want you! In honor of Black History Month, Fort Bend County Judge KP George along with the NAACP Missouri City & Vicinity are spotlighting business owners and artists at our Fort Bend County Black History Month Gumbo Cook-Off and Vendor Market. For more information on how you can become a vendor scan the QR code or click on the Sign-Up link below.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2024.

Registration has ended.

Download Vendor Market flyer [PDF]

FORT BEND COUNTY INAUGURAL GUMBO COOKOFF
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