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Pearland Local William Garay Jr. Guides Entrepreneurs from Obscurity to Clarity
William Garay Jr. is the founder of Exhort Leadership, a coach and community builder who helps people “move from obscurity to clarity” in their careers and businesses. Through his work in Pearland, he blends military discipline, biblical principles, and a deep commitment to service into a distinctive style of local leadership. Garay was born in
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Built in Pearland: Meet the Cobblers, the New Summer Baseball Team Calling Pearland Home
Pearland is a baseball town. Ask anyone who has stood on the opening day sideline at Pearland Little League, watched the Oilers chase another district title, or followed a Dawson playoff. The sport has deep roots here. Starting this June, those roots dig even deeper. The Pearland Cobblers, a collegiate summer wood bat team in
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City of Pearland Proposition B
What is City of Pearland Proposition B?The ballot text states:Adoption of the fire fighters’ civil service law for the Pearland Fire Department.What it does:Proposition B asks Pearland voters whether the Pearland Fire Department should be covered by the Texas “fire fighters’ civil service law” (Chapter 143 of the Texas Local Government Code). It does not
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City of Pearland Proposition A
The ballot text states:Shall the City Charter be amended in Sections 3.08, 3.10, 5.06, 6.17, 7.01, 8.06, 8.11, 9.04, and 10.03 to provide that notices and required publications be provided in accordance with state law? What it does:Proposition A is a proposed amendment to Pearland’s City Charter that would update how Charter sections (3.08, 3.10,
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Brazoria County Leaders Salute Judge Matt Sebesta’s Decades of Service
Local leaders took a few meaningful minutes to honor County Judge Matt Sebesta for his decades of service to the community as the Brazoria County City Association’s April 15 meeting drew to a close. The recognition capped an evening focused on collaboration by highlighting one of the county’s most seasoned public servants. A special presentation
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“Dr. Motivate” Donald Brown Calls Brazoria County Cities to Invest in People, Culture, and the Next Generation
City leaders from across Brazoria County gathered on April 15 for the Brazoria County City Association meeting, where “Dr. Motivate” Donald Brown led an energetic leadership training focused on investing in people, strengthening culture, and preparing the next generation of public servants. The evening combined networking, shared professional development, and practical tools for city officials
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Let’s Taco ’Bout Faith – Local Leaders Share Faith and Connection
Let’s Taco ’Bout Faith was a fun and engaging event held in Pearland at the end of March, focused on bringing together local entrepreneurs for tacos, honest conversation, and a fresh look at how following Jesus shapes the way we lead and do business. Hosted by Kristin Pomroy, Rev. Thea Curry-Fuson, and William Garay Jr.,
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EDC Annual Report: A Blueprint for Growth, Old Town Revival, and a Stronger Local Economy
For the past several years, Pearland’s economic story has been about setting the table, adopting a long-range strategy, assembling partners, and preparing key districts for investment. The 2025 annual report from the Pearland Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) takes several steps forward. It reads less like a vision document and more like an operating report from
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Candidates Carbone and Wiltz Offer Competing Visions in Pearland Mayoral Debate
Pearland mayoral candidates Tony Carbone and Quentin Wiltz drew a sharp but substantive contrast over taxes, growth, and representation during a recent forum at Dawson High School on March 31. The event, hosted in partnership with the Pearland Chamber of Commerce, gave residents a side by side look at how each contender would lead the
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Hope in Texas: Local Community Leaders Rally Against Sex Trafficking
Refuge for Women Texas Gulf Coast turned stories of pain into a night of visible hope and resolve at its recent gala, a first of its kind gathering for the Houston area that blended worship, survivor testimony, community recognition, and a clear call to action in the fight against sex trafficking. Guests arrived to more