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Arrest made weeks after 61-year-old missing man found dead in ditch in Fort Bend County
Read full article: Arrest made weeks after 61-year-old missing man found dead in ditch in Fort Bend CountyAn arrest has been made in the case of a 61-year-old man who was found dead in a ditch by construction workers on June 11.
Shriners Children’s Texas warns of campfire burn spike during the summer
Read full article: Shriners Children’s Texas warns of campfire burn spike during the summerGrey Richter from Needville was burned as a baby during a family campfire. The campfire wasn’t completely out when he toppled into it and burned his hands.It was traumatic for the family but it’s a common summertime occurrence, according to Shriners Children’s Texas in Galveston.
Owner of Needville newspaper arrested, accused of sending explicit messages to undercover officer
Read full article: Owner of Needville newspaper arrested, accused of sending explicit messages to undercover officerThe Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office said the owner of a newspaper in Needville has been arrested after he allegedly send explicit messages and images to an undercover officer.
5 steps to protecting your aging parent’s finances
Read full article: 5 steps to protecting your aging parent’s financesIt’s never easy keeping up with your finances and it’s never fun. For our parents who are aging, it can become an even bigger challenge, especially when it comes to managing their money and not getting ripped off by cyber criminals.
Man gets life sentence for hitting acquaintance with pickup truck in front of Needville home after fight, killing him
Read full article: Man gets life sentence for hitting acquaintance with pickup truck in front of Needville home after fight, killing himA Fort Bend County jury sentenced a 30-year-old man to life in prison this week for running over another man in Needville in 2022, the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office announced Thursday.
Needville Little League prepares to return home following incredible LLWS run
Read full article: Needville Little League prepares to return home following incredible LLWS runNeedville Little League is coming home the fourth best team in the entire world after an incredible run over the last two weeks at the Little League World Series.
Needville Little League’s journey in LLWS not over yet; they still have one more game to go
Read full article: Needville Little League’s journey in LLWS not over yet; they still have one more game to goAfter losing to El Segundo Little League 6-1 in the U.S. Championship on Saturday, the boys of Needville Little League still have something to be proud of: being the second-best in the country.
‘Played their hearts out’: Needville community proud of Little League team’s World Series run
Read full article: ‘Played their hearts out’: Needville community proud of Little League team’s World Series runNeedville Little League’s run for the World Series championship has ended after losing the U.S. championship game to California Saturday.
Little League World Series: Curacao and California to square off in the final
Read full article: Little League World Series: Curacao and California to square off in the finalCalifornia will take on Curacao in the Little League World Series championship on Sunday after both teams worked their way into the title game from the elimination bracket.
California advances to Little League World Series championship with 6-1 win over Texas
Read full article: California advances to Little League World Series championship with 6-1 win over TexasLouis Lappe homered, drove in five runs and gave up just three hits as California beat Texas 6-1 on Saturday to advance to the Little League World Series championship.
Game day for Needville Little League: How the team prepares for US Championship
Read full article: Game day for Needville Little League: How the team prepares for US ChampionshipNeedville Little League will have a rematch with the California team on Saturday for the U.S. Championship game at the Little League World Series.
The Pride of Needville in photos: KPRC 2 reporter Bryce Newberry follows Needville Little League as they compete in LLWS
Read full article: The Pride of Needville in photos: KPRC 2 reporter Bryce Newberry follows Needville Little League as they compete in LLWSKPRC 2 reporter Bryce Newberry traveled to Williamsport to follow Needville’s path through the Little League World Series.
Needville among 4 teams remaining in Little League World Series: Looking ahead to the finals
Read full article: Needville among 4 teams remaining in Little League World Series: Looking ahead to the finalsFour teams remain on the Little League World Series bracket as we head into championship weekend.
Needville ISD hosts watch party to cheer on local team playing in Little League World Series in Williamsport
Read full article: Needville ISD hosts watch party to cheer on local team playing in Little League World Series in WilliamsportTiny but mighty! The Needville Little League is catching all the love! On Wednesday, they played a team from Seattle, Washington.
Needville fans cheer on team as they continue to advance in Little League World Series
Read full article: Needville fans cheer on team as they continue to advance in Little League World SeriesThe tiny Fort Bend town of Needville continues to march through United States pool play at the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania without much opposition.
Needville Little League wins first game against Mid-Atlantic during Little League World Series
Read full article: Needville Little League wins first game against Mid-Atlantic during Little League World SeriesNeedville Little League defeated their first opponent Wednesday to advance in the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
Needville Little League’s path to the Little League Baseball World Series: Everything you need to know
Read full article: Needville Little League’s path to the Little League Baseball World Series: Everything you need to knowStarting Wednesday, Aug. 16, Needville Little League will play their first game in 60 years in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
‘Truly once in a lifetime’: Needville Little League baseball team gets community-wide send-off
Read full article: ‘Truly once in a lifetime’: Needville Little League baseball team gets community-wide send-offFor the first time in 60 years, players of the Needville Little League baseball team are headed to Williamsport, Pennsylvania for the Little League World Series.
Needville Little League punches ticket to the 2023 Little League World Series
Read full article: Needville Little League punches ticket to the 2023 Little League World SeriesThe Needville Little League baseball team punched their ticket to Williamsport, Pennsylvania on Tuesday, and are crowned the Southwest Regional champions.
Headstones, compnay truck stolen from monuments business in Needville
Read full article: Headstones, compnay truck stolen from monuments business in NeedvilleA custom headstone business in Needville is asking for the public’s help after someone stole their company pickup and thousands of dollars worth of headstones Friday morning.
Needville restaurant steps up to help Kentucky flood victims
Read full article: Needville restaurant steps up to help Kentucky flood victimsVolunteers from the gulf coast continued cleanup and recovery efforts in eastern Kentucky Tuesday, where the death toll stands at 37 after widespread flooding devastated the region.
Truck dumps 50 gallons of fuel out in Fort Bend County neighborhood
Read full article: Truck dumps 50 gallons of fuel out in Fort Bend County neighborhoodOfficials with the Fort Bend County Fire Marshal’s office says they were on scene Sunday afternoon in a neighborhood after a truck dumps 50 gallons of gasoline out.
Glimpse gators in all their glory at these boggy Houston-area locales
Read full article: Glimpse gators in all their glory at these boggy Houston-area localesThough alligators are plentiful in the rivers, bayous, creeks and backwater sloughs of the eastern third of Texas, the massive creatures can be somewhat elusive. For stellar alligator observation opportunities, try these Texas parks, sanctuaries and wildlife refuges.
Family files lawsuit against Needville ISD after student says he was denied graduation due to length of his hair
Read full article: Family files lawsuit against Needville ISD after student says he was denied graduation due to length of his hairA Needville ISD student said he missed prom, cannot participate in extracurricular activities and won’t be able to graduate because of the length of his hair.
Heavy truck fire closes roads in both directions on SH 36 at Rybak north of Needville
Read full article: Heavy truck fire closes roads in both directions on SH 36 at Rybak north of NeedvilleA heavy truck fire has closed the roadways in both directions at SH 36 at Rybak north of Needville, according to TxDOT Houston.
Fort Bend County Fair returns to Rosenberg after cancellation due to COVID-19 last year
Read full article: Fort Bend County Fair returns to Rosenberg after cancellation due to COVID-19 last yearAfter it was canceled due to COVID-19 last year, the 85th annual Fort Bend County Fair kicked off on Friday.
VYPE Houston Private School Football Rankings Week 3: Kinkaid Remains atop the Rankings
Read full article: VYPE Houston Private School Football Rankings Week 3: Kinkaid Remains atop the RankingsWe are officially in Week 3 of the Texas high school football season and in the private school world not too much has changed when it comes to the rankings.
Needville baseball team has positive COVID-19 test, shot at Little League World Series ends
Read full article: Needville baseball team has positive COVID-19 test, shot at Little League World Series endsA perhaps unforeseen opponent got in the way of Needville’s dreams of making the Little League World Series.
2021 VYPE Houston Volleyball Preview - The Contenders: Needville Lady Jays
Read full article: 2021 VYPE Houston Volleyball Preview - The Contenders: Needville Lady JaysThe Lady Jays have been a force in Class 4A the last four years. Despite a hiccup in 2019 when it finished as a bi-district finalist, Needville won the State Title in 2017, was a State Runner-up in 2018 and a Regional Finalist last year.
Counterfeit money is circulating in the Needville area. Here is how to spot the fake bills and what to do if you receive any.
Read full article: Counterfeit money is circulating in the Needville area. Here is how to spot the fake bills and what to do if you receive any.The City of Needville Police Department has gone to Facebook to warn people that counterfeit money has been circulating throughout the Needville area.
Man killed by Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office sergeant in shooting during altercation in Needville, officials say
Read full article: Man killed by Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office sergeant in shooting during altercation in Needville, officials sayA man was killed in an officer-involved shooting by a Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office sergeant during an altercation Sunday at a private event, according to the sheriff’s office.
2020 All-VYPE Houston Public School Volleyball Team
Read full article: 2020 All-VYPE Houston Public School Volleyball TeamWhat a crazy year 2020 was for Texas High School Volleyball. Needville was unbelievable in Class 4A, while Fulshear reached the state title match in Class 5A. In Class 6A, it was wild as two Houston-area schools reached the state title match with Seven Lakes winning their first-ever title. With the season in the books, it's time to name the All-VYPE team and hand out the postseason accolades. The Team, Coach and Player of the Year Awards will be announced during the 2021 VYPE Awards in June!
VYPE VOLLEYBALL RANKINGS: Shake-ups in Rankings (Photo Gallery)
Read full article: VYPE VOLLEYBALL RANKINGS: Shake-ups in Rankings (Photo Gallery)The Highlanders put away Grand Oaks in five games to remain in first in district. Staying up north, Montgomery has it rolling in Class 5A, winning 10 straight, while TWCA is putting it together in TAPPS 4A. Deer Park -- Undefeated in district play10. Grand Oaks -- Big game against Oak Ridge TuesdayOTHERS TO WATCH: Atascocita, Clear Falls, Katy, Oak Ridge, Pearland, Summer Creek…CLASS 5A1. Concordia Lutheran – HUGE game vs St. Agnes Tuesday Night2.
VYPE Class 4A Helmet Stickers powered by Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine: Week 7 (Oct. 8-10)
Read full article: VYPE Class 4A Helmet Stickers powered by Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine: Week 7 (Oct. 8-10)Welcome to a new VYPE feature for the 2020 football season - VYPE Helmet Stickers! Every week, VYPE will scour the stat sheets of the previous week and find the top performers. Article Powered by Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports MedicineHouston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is Houston's leading provider of orthopedic services — from diagnosis to treatment to rehabilitation — to manage all musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine offers comprehensive diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitative services with a high standard of excellence for elite athletes and active adults alike. Houston Methodist serves as the official health care provider for the Houston Texans, Houston Astros, Rice Athletics, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™, Houston Ballet, Houston Symphony and Houston Grand Opera.
Needville Blue Jays officially open football training camp
Read full article: Needville Blue Jays officially open football training campAt Needville High School, It was like Christmas Day for Needville head football coach Mike Giles. Needville, like several area schools, are trying to get ready for a season in the midst of a pandemic. "We thought we weren't gonna have our senior season. For now, the Fighting Blue Jays are preparing for a full seaosn, but know they have to be flexible. “We are going to continue to work towards our goals this season,” Giles said.
Animal shelter barn collapse during Hurricane Hanna while owners fought coronavirus in the hospital
Read full article: Animal shelter barn collapse during Hurricane Hanna while owners fought coronavirus in the hospitalThe couple spent a week in the hospital together after Gloria said they unknowingly contracted the virus. I mean we don’t go anywhere but the only thing I can think of is we got it with a package maybe food for the animals,” Gloria said. When she got home from the hospital Tuesday night, Gloria found their barn toppled over. Jack and Gloria run a no-kill animal shelter in Needville, supporting almost 200 animals including horses, ducks, hogs, cats, goats, chickens and roosters. They are hoping volunteers can come in and help rebuild the barn soon.
Funeral for Fort Bend County deputy constable killed by friendly fire will happen Thursday
Read full article: Funeral for Fort Bend County deputy constable killed by friendly fire will happen ThursdayNEEDVILLE, Texas – The funeral for a Fort Bend County deputy constable who was killed by friendly fire last week has been scheduled for Thursday. Officials said Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Deputy Constable Caleb Rule was shot in the chest Friday by a Fort Bend County sheriff’s deputy after the deputy mistook Rule for an intruder while they were searching a home. According to a tweet posted Tuesday morning, Rule’s funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Carmel Church at 2405 Richmond Street in Needville. The funeral is only open to family and law enforcement. A public visitation for Rule will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Carmel Church.
The ‘Swamp Thing’ from Fort Bend County’s Bayou Boys Po-Boys will be more than you chew
Read full article: The ‘Swamp Thing’ from Fort Bend County’s Bayou Boys Po-Boys will be more than you chewMeet Bayou Boys PoBoys. Signage of Bayou Boys PoBoys in Needville, Texas (KPRC)The Swamp Thing Po-BoyOriginally, I was planning to take on the “Gator Bait” challenge. My experience at Bayou Boys PoBoys is one I will never forget. For more information about Bayou Boys Po-Boys, visit their Facebook page here. Po’boy baseBoudin ballsCrawfish etouffeeMozzarella cheeseMe after eating the Swamp Thing, fried catfish, gumbo and bread pudding at Bayou Boys Po-Boys
Meet the man with a heart of gold who’s serving proper Cajun crawfish in Needville
Read full article: Meet the man with a heart of gold who’s serving proper Cajun crawfish in NeedvilleNEEDVILLE, Texas – In Houston, crawfish is serious business. While everyone has their favorite standby, the community of Needville knows where to go when the season starts – Bayou Boys. Owner and operator Joel Barrios originally hails from Lafourche Parish, also known as “Down the Bayou.” According to Barrios, he opened Bayou Boys due to a need in the area for proper Louisiana crawfish. In addition to crawfish, Bayou Boys offers a smattering of classic Cajun cuisine including boudin, gumbo, etouffee and po’ boys. (KPRC)Deciding to turn a new leaf, Barrios cashed in his 401(k) and put all he had into opening Bayou Boys.
Meet the man with a heart of gold who's serving proper Cajun crawfish in Needville, Texas | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: Meet the man with a heart of gold who's serving proper Cajun crawfish in Needville, Texas | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Meet the man with a heart of gold who's serving proper Cajun crawfish in Needville, Texas | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: February 14, 2020, 5:57 pmJoel Barrios is using his Cajun cuisine to give back to a community that helped him on the road to redemption.
You should see this 7 foot, 190 pound alligator gar this Needville teen caught near the Brazos River
Read full article: You should see this 7 foot, 190 pound alligator gar this Needville teen caught near the Brazos RiverWhen Jack Pytel of Needville went fishing with his friends at a ranch at a runoff from the Brazos River, little did he know that he would bring home more than just catfish. Pytel, 17, and his friends caught in Fort Bend County a 7 foot, 7 inch alligator gar, weighing 190 pounds with a rod and reel. Using chicken liver as his bait, he knew from the start that he was catching something bigger. “I called out my buddies to help out by catching the gar,” he said, “I didn’t realize what it was until after a half-hour later it jumped out of the water.”Jack Pytel with his alligator gar. (Courtesy of Jack Pytel)According to Texas Parks & Wildlife, alligator gar are usually docile and not a threat to humans, although documentaries and TV shows have dramatized their behavior.
3 killed in overnight traffic incidents across greater Houston area
Read full article: 3 killed in overnight traffic incidents across greater Houston areaHOUSTON – Three people are dead after they were involved in separate traffic incidents across the greater Houston area. Deputies said the person came out of the woods in the area and tried to cross 1960 when he was hit by the first vehicle. Shortly after being hit by the first vehicle, the person was hit by at least one other vehicle. Man killed in sing-car crash in Needville on Feb. 11, 2020 (KPRC 2)Needville fatal crashHours later, a man died after he crashed into a tree in Fort Bend County. It is unknown if rain was a factor, but it had been raining in the area earlier in the night.