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10/16/2024

Inside track: Andy Meyers Versus Taral Patel: Right Versus Wrong —> https://fbindependent.com/andy-meyers-versus-taral-patel-right-versus-wrong-p16206-1.htm

In politics, it is commonplace to hold one’s nose and vote for our guy or girl, even if it stinks to the high heaven. When the stink and the political machinations morph into a crime, would it be wise to vote for the guy by holding the nose?

10/14/2024

Not all heroes wear capes here in Fort Bend.

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10/12/2024

Judge Tameika Carter Defends Remarks on Republican Crime Policies Amid Backlash from GOP Leaders ---> https://fbindependent.com/judge-carter-stands-by-her-remarks-calling-republican-judges-as-racists-p16204-1.htm

Judge Tameika Carter stands by her remarks, calling out Republican tough-on-crime policies for disproportionately targeting minority communities and promoting mass incarceration. Her comments sparked strong reactions, with GOP leaders condemning her stance as divisive and racially charged, while Carter emphasized the need for rehabilitation and alternatives to incarceration for non-violent offenders.

10/10/2024

Scandal Unfolds Further: Taral Patel’s Double Life as ‘Antonio Scalywag’ Sparks New Lawsuit. —-> https://fbindependent.com/taral-patel-aka-antonio-scalywags-legal-woes-spread-to-harris-county-p16203-1.htm

Taral Patel, a Democratic candidate for Fort Bend County Commissioner, is facing a potential defamation lawsuit in Harris County. Patel is accused of using the alias “Antonio Scalywag” to spread false claims about his primary opponent, Abraham Javed, and his father, Muhammad Tahir Javed, with the alleged support of businessman Tanweer Ahmed. The lawsuit petition also seeks depositions from several individuals, including Fort Bend County Judge KP George, linked to the defamatory campaign.

10/08/2024

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10/02/2024

Behind Closed Doors: Why a Non-Profit's $3 Million Housing Project Is Raising Red Flags ---> https://fbindependent.com/secrecy-surrounds-funding-arrangement-for-attack-povertys-flourishment-cen-p16200-1.htm

Shrouded in secrecy, Fort Bend County struggles to recover millions from a non-profit that defaulted on a housing project. The lack of transparency has raised serious questions about how the public money was managed.

09/30/2024

Political Power Play: Explosive Texts Found on Candidate's Phone Spark Investigation into 2024 Race —> https://fbindependent.com/county-judge-kp-george-introduces-taral-patel-as-the-next-commissioner-p16197-1.htm

A search warrant issued in Harris County led to the forensic examination of political candidate Taral Patel’s Pixel 6 Pro, revealing messages between him and Fort Bend County Judge KP George discussing political strategies and opponents in the 2024 Precinct 3 Commissioners’ race. The warrant was supported by probable cause from messages suggesting strategic moves against opponents, and KP George was allegedly caught attempting to hide evidence by trying to manipulate his Samsung phone during its seizure, potentially leading to further charges.

09/27/2024

A Fort Bend County Grand Jury has indicted Fort Bend County Judge KP George.

DETAILS --> https://fbindependent.com/fort-bend-county-judge-kp-george-indicted-p16196-1.htm

George's indictment is an offshoot of the original investigation against his former chief of staff and current Democratic Party candidate for county commissioner, Taral Patel, who has been indicted on four felony counts and four misdemeanors for online impersonation and misrepresentation of identity in a campaign communication.

09/26/2024

UpClose magazine has new publishers ---> https://fbindependent.com/upclose-magazine-has-new-publishers-p16191-91.htm

After 30 plus years as the publisher of UpClose Magazine, Gina Pizzini is now serving in an advisory capacity with the magazine, which continues to serve 75,000 households in Fort Bend County

09/22/2024

Texas Ranger Probe Puts Patel in Hot Water Over Dual Roles ——> https://fbindependent.com/county-judge-kp-george-witness-or-unindicted-coconspirator-p16193-1.htm

Taral Patel, the Democratic candidate for Fort Bend County Commissioner, is at the center of a Texas Ranger investigation for allegedly using fake social media accounts to counter negative comments while working as both a consultant for County Judge KP George’s office and his re-election campaign. The probe revealed Patel was paid over $30,000 for consulting services while living in Washington, D.C., raising questions about transparency, conflicts of interest, and potential violations of Texas election laws.

09/21/2024

METRO’s Missouri City Park & Ride Features Garage On Its 2025 Budget —> https://fbindependent.com/metros-missouri-city-park-ride-features-garage-on-its-budget-p16192-1.htm

09/16/2024

Mark your calendars for Fall Fest!

09/11/2024

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09/04/2024

🎨 Calling All Graffiti Artists in Sugar Land! 🎨

https://fbindependent.com/sugar-land-seeks-local-graffiti-artists-for-mural-competition-p16183-91.htm

Show off your talent and transform Sugar Land with the Art Unveiled: Bridging Community and Nature graffiti mural competition! 🌿⚾

🏆 Top 2 artists will each win $12,500 to create epic murals that will become a lasting part of Sugar Land's landscape.

Transform your passion into public art! 🎨🔥

08/29/2024

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08/28/2024

Political candidate Taral Patel’s indictment expected in September ---> https://fbindependent.com/political-candidate-taral-patels-indictment-expected-in-september-p16178-1.htm

08/23/2024

Fort Bend County DA Crosswalk enforcement: STOP AND YIELD
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The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office has been enforcing and educating the public on the Lisa Torry Smith Act, commonly referred to as the Crosswalk Law. The law is named after Lisa Torry Smith, who lost her life to a motorist in a crosswalk while walking her son to school in 2017.

08/19/2024

Defiant Taral Patel ignores call from Fort Bend Democrats to withdraw ---> https://fbindependent.com/defiant-taral-patel-ignores-call-from-fort-bend-democrats-to-withdraw-p16174-1.htm

08/15/2024

It’s back to school & bus stop rules review is a must!

In addition to safety concerns, TxDOT warns the general public that motorist bus stop violations can lead to a fine of up to $1,250 for a first offense. ---> https://fbindependent.com/its-back-to-school-bus-stop-rules-review-is-a-must-p16173-1.htm

08/12/2024

Kumar: Digging dirt on political foe in Fort Bend comes with criminal indictment --> https://fbindependent.com/digging-dirt-on-political-foe-in-fort-bend-comes-with-criminal-indictment-p16170-1.htm

Taral Patel issued a press release in September 2023, claiming he was a victim of racial slurs and posted a collage of social media posts.

But the catch here is that Patel himself is accused of creating fake Facebook accounts.

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