Man gets life sentence for hitting acquaintance with pickup truck in front of Needville home after fight, killing him
A 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 Attorneyโs Office announced Thursday.
Glimpse gators in all their glory at these boggy Houston-area locales
Though 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.
2021 VYPE Houston Volleyball Preview - The Contenders: Needville Lady Jays
The 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.
Man killed by Fort Bend County Sheriffโs Office sergeant in shooting during altercation in Needville, officials say
A man was killed in an officer-involved shooting by a Fort Bend County Sheriffโs Office sergeant during an altercation Sunday at a private event, according to the sheriffโs office.
2020 All-VYPE Houston Public School Volleyball Team
What 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)
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 CreekโฆCLASS 5A1. Concordia Lutheran โ HUGE game vs St. Agnes Tuesday Night2.
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 โ from diagnosis to treatment to rehabilitation โ 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 Rodeoโข, Houston Ballet, Houston Symphony and Houston Grand Opera.
Needville Blue Jays officially open football training camp
At 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. โWe are going to continue to work towards our goals this season,โ Giles said.
Animal shelter barn collapse during Hurricane Hanna while owners fought coronavirus in the hospital
The couple spent a week in the hospital together after Gloria said they unknowingly contracted the virus. I mean we donโt go anywhere but the only thing I can think of is we got it with a package maybe food for the animals,โ 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
NEEDVILLE, Texas โ 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 sheriffโs deputy after the deputy mistook Rule for an intruder while they were searching a home. According to a tweet posted Tuesday morning, Ruleโs 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 โSwamp Thingโ from Fort Bend Countyโs Bayou Boys Po-Boys will be more than you chew
Meet Bayou Boys PoBoys. Signage of Bayou Boys PoBoys in Needville, Texas (KPRC)The Swamp Thing Po-BoyOriginally, I was planning to take on the โGator Baitโ 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. Poโboy 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 whoโs serving proper Cajun crawfish in Needville
NEEDVILLE, Texas โ In Houston, crawfish is serious business. While everyone has their favorite standby, the community of Needville knows where to go when the season starts โ Bayou Boys. Owner and operator Joel Barrios originally hails from Lafourche Parish, also known as โDown the Bayou.โ 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 poโ 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
Meet 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
When 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. โI called out my buddies to help out by catching the gar,โ he said, โI didnโt realize what it was until after a half-hour later it jumped out of the water.โJack 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
HOUSTON โ 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.