Halloween events begin throughout area
By Karolyn Gephart Halloween events for families are planned in various locations in the area. While this year might be different, many organizations and groups have created safe, fun ways to celebrate the occasion. The first fun fall event containing the spookiness of Halloween is the Halloween Sunset Cinema hosted …
Holiday Market, Plant Sale to be in Friendswood Oct. 23-24
By Karolyn Gephart A shopping opportunity is coming in-person in Friendswood when Heritage Gardeners will host its 2020 Holiday Market and Plant Sale Friday October 23 and Saturday October 24 from 9 am to 4 pm each day. The location is the Heritage Gardener clubhouse at 112 W. Spreading …
FISD honors teachers, staff, students at Board meeting
By Karolyn Gephart Making a Difference and Celebration of Excellence Awards were presented at the regularly scheduled meeting of the School Board October 12, 2020. Five members of Friendswood ISD were presented a Making A Difference Award. The award is given to employees and FISD members who exemplify the District’s …
The Budding Gardener
Time to plant seasonal favorites By Michelle Thompson Finally, we have some cooler fall weather. I’ve been able to get out in my yard and get some much-needed maintenance started instead of just focusing on watering plants and containers. With the cooler weather I’m more motivated to get out in …
Pearwood Roofing hosts cleaning supply drive
By Karolyn Gephart Cleaning supplies are being collected as part of a cleaning supply drive for the victims of Hurricane Laura in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The drive is sponsored by Pearwood Roofing and Construction LLC. All donations will go to Catholic Charities of Lake Charles who provide services to the …
Scarecrows are coming to Downtown Friendswood
By Karolyn Gephart The 5th annual Downtown Friendswood Scarecrow Contest begins October 17 and runs through November 7. The contest is open to all Friendswood residents and businesses. Sponsored by the FDFA (Friends of Downtown Friendswood Association) the free registration is at www.fdfa.org. Prize baskets will be given for …
Reporter News voted Official Newspaper for Friendswood
By Karolyn Gephart By unanimous vote, the Friendswood Reporter News was given the designation of the Official Newspaper for the City of Friendswood for a term of service from October 01, 2020, to September 30, 2022 at the regularly scheduled Council meeting Monday, October 5, 2020. Prior to the meeting, …