Ruth Ann Lee Krajefska

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ruth...

Harriette ‘Cheryl’ (Hatcher) Bouillion

Harriette ‘Cheryl’ (Hatcher) Bouillion, devoted wife, mother, and grandmother,...

Ann Ashburn Crainer

Ann Ashburn Crainer of Texas City, TX passed away...

Billie Charles Holbert

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the...

FRESH STORIES

City OKs tax rate, sidewalk work

by Nicole Bradford Pearland councilmembers on Monday gave final approval...

Input phase winds down for Old Townsite plan

by Nicole Bradford Public input will end soon regarding a...

Pearland ISD: Public schools sharpen safety procedures

by Nicole Bradford Ongoing staff training in Pearland ISD schools...

Friendswood City Council Reaches Settlement in TIRZ Lawsuit

The Friendswood City Council has reached a settlement agreement...

Pearland Beats Alvin 59-0

Pearland junior QB Jake Westmoreland scrambles for a touchdown...

Homecoming king and queen

Oiler senior defensive tackle Keegan Pugh and senior Lillian...

FEATURED STORIES

Friendswood Chamber to Host School Board Candidates Forum

The Friendswood Chamber of Commerce is set to host the “Meet the Candidates” forum for Friendswood ISD School on Thursday, October 3. The event...

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LOCAL NEWS

Friendswood Chamber to Host School Board Candidates Forum

The Friendswood Chamber of Commerce is set to host the “Meet the Candidates” forum for Friendswood ISD School on Thursday, October 3. The event...

Final weekend for splash pads 

The City of Pearland will close splash pads for the season next week. Splash pads at Southdown Park and Centennial Park will close on Oct....

Bulb Presentation Set for October Heritage Gardeners meeting

By Karolyn Gephart Bulbs for a Lifetime of Color will be presented at the next meeting of Heritage Gardeners on October 3 at their clubhouse...

Village on the Park Oktoberfest

Pearland Police Report

Alvin ISD sets school tax rate

EDUCATION NEWS

School Board of Trustees – Position 1

Editor’s Note: The Friendswood ISD School Board Election is quickly approaching and it is clear that there are two camps: the incumbents and the...

Pearland ISD: Public schools sharpen safety procedures

by Nicole Bradford Ongoing staff training in Pearland ISD schools includes everything from weather events to medical emergencies and active shooters. This training includes "simulation rounds,"...

Homecoming king and queen

Oiler senior defensive tackle Keegan Pugh and senior Lillian Huerta are Pearland’s Homecoming king and queen.  Pugh was crowned King before the game and...

DHS presents Peter Pan prequel

LOCAL SPORTS

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Letter to the Editor: School Board Election

Upfront…I encourage you to vote for all four incumbent...

Letter to the Editor: School Board Election

Dr Rebecca Hillenburg is the clear choice for Friendswood...

LIFESTYLE

Get in the Fall Gardening Mood

By Karolyn Gephart Suddenly, it is August, and fall is...

‘Native Son’ enters final weekend

The play “Native Son” is entering its final weekend...
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POPULAR STORIES

Faith Matters: Come, Lord Jesus

“COME, LORD JESUS” “The beginning of the good news about...

Local on license revocation list

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation has permanently...

Friendswood ISD Welcomes New Athletic Director Jordan Johnson

Friendswood ISD has named Jordan Johnson as the new...

Meg Crowley Announces Candidacy for Friendswood City Council, Position 6

Meg Crowley has formally announced she is running for...

Local woman killed in accident on FM528

Early Sunday morning, the life of 25 year old...

Local Band Director Inducted into Texas Bandmasters Hall of Fame

On July 22, 2023, Gregory Dick, former band director...

Car crash claims FHS grad

By Jim Foreman The Friendswood community is grappling with heartbreak...

GCCDD President addresses concerns in Beryl’s wake

In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, residents of Friendswood...