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1 JuiceLand The eatery’s menu is centered around fresh fruit and vegetable smoothies, cold-press juices and wellness tonics. The Sugar Land Town Square location marks the brand’s ninth Greater Houston location. • Opened Dec. 5 • 2228 Texas Drive, Sugar Land • www.juiceland.com 2 Sugar Land Emergency Room The emergency room offers 24/7 care by board- certified emergency physicians as well as services such as an in-house pharmacy, on-site diagnostics and full service laboratory. • Opened Dec. 14 • 222 Hwy. 6, Sugar Land • www.ercaresugarland.com 3 Fresh Monkee The Connecticut-based shop offers a variety of protein shakes, with popular flavors including the Antioxidant Berry, Cinnamon Toast, Go Bananas, Strawberry Moon and Hazelnut S’mores. • Opened Jan. 5 • 9101 Sienna Crossing Drive, Ste. 200, Missouri City • www.instagram.com/freshmonkee_missouricity 4 EoS Fitness The fitness chain offers free weights, strength training, a sauna as well as personal and group training. • Opened Jan. 28 • 20160 Fort Bend Parkway, Missouri City • www.eosfitness.com/gym/missouri-city-fort-bend- pkwy-hwy-6

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5 The Tox The business offers several body sculpting, wellness and contour options, including facial sculpting and treatments designed to improve lymphatic health. • Opening late March or early April • 15900 Southwest Freeway, Ste. H-400, Sugar Land • www.thetoxtechnique.com

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6 Gyro Hut The build-your-own-gyro restaurant offers chicken, lamb, shrimp, fish, falafel and chapli kabab served over rice, lettuce or in a pita, topped with vegetables and sauce. • Opening TBD • 8027 Hwy. 6, Missouri City • www.gyrohut.com

11 Karma Lounge The upscale bar and lounge will celebrate its first anniversary of service in Missouri City. • 3014 Colonial Lakes Drive, Missouri City • Instagram: @karmalounge.mocity 12 Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce rebrand The chamber has rebranded as the Fort Bend Regional Partnership aimed at reflecting the organization’s broader focus on the Greater Fort Bend region.

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DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATION

• 445 Commerce Green Blvd., Sugar Land • www.fortbendregionalpartnership.com

7 Bath & Body Works The $310,000 renovation—set to begin in February and expected completion in April—will bring aromatherapy products to the Fountains on the Lake development. • 12520 Fountain Lake Circle, Ste. 12778, Stafford • www.bathandbodyworks.com 8 Buzz Treats The $75,000 renovation will bring ice cream to Missouri City. The project began in December and is expected to be completed in June. • 6850 Hwy. 6, Ste. 300, Missouri City 9 Spike Sport Club The $4.32 million project—slated to begin in April and be completed in October—will include an open sports hall, offices and storage areas. • 15220 Hillcroft Ave., Missouri City

13 Hope Biosciences The company will invest $2 million into improving the building and create 15 new jobs, averaging a $61,240 salary, in the next five years. • 16700 Creek Bend Drive, Sugar Land • www.hope.bio 14 Building Buddies, Houston Museum of Natural Sciences at Sugar Land The exhibit—designed to transform young visitors into mini-contractors and junior architects—will give children the opportunity to renovate, decorate and

17 KidStrong The business offers training classes for children walking to age 11 with a curriculum built on character, physical and cognitive skills. Memberships include one 45-minute class weekly with children of similar ages. • Opened Dec. 15 • 8790 Hwy. 6, Ste. 160, Missouri City • https://missouricity.kidstrong.com

expand play homes. • Open Jan. 16-May 2 • 13019 University Blvd., Sugar Land • www.sugarland.hmns.org

• Closed early January • 5930 City Walk, Sugar Land • www.statefaretx.com

Closings

In the news

15 Mahesh’s Kitchen The Indian restaurant, which offered a variety of dishes including kebabs, bhel and rack of lamb, shuttered its doors at the close of 2025. • Closed Dec. 31 • 11222 Fountain Lake Drive, Stafford 16 State Fare Centered around Southern hospitality, the restaurant is known for its weekend brunch and happy hour menus. The company is still operating its two other locations in Memorial City and The Woodlands.

18 Francesca’s The Houston-based clothing retail chain started the process of liquidating all merchandise and closing all stores in mid-January. • Began liquidating Jan. 14 • 16535 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land • www.francescas.com This list is not comprehensive

10 Claw Paradise The claw-machine themed arcade, celebrated a year of business in Sugar Land in January. At the arcade, visitors can purchase tokens to play games and win prizes, such as stuffed animals. • 3530 Hwy. 6, Sugar Land • Instagram: @clawparadisesugarland

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Government

BY TOMER RONEN

Sugar Land OKs guiding plan for Imperial District

city’s historic district. TPUDC Founding Principal Brian Wright said the plan was established to: • Help create a cohesive vision and goals for the site • Explore market-realistic options for the Char House’s future • Craft a strategic vision report for the city

At a Feb. 3 meeting, Sugar Land City Council unanimously approved a guiding plan for the Imperial Historic District’s redevelopment. The plan follows several planning sessions hosted by the city with urban design firm Town Planning & Urban Design Collaborative, allowing residents to help shape the future of the

Imperial District redevelopment goals

Telling the district’s story

Connecting and enhancing mobility

Creating a lively district

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said. Preservation Phase 1 construction is expected to begin late spring and will wrap up in fall 2026. “This vision reflects what our community told us they want for the Imperial Historic District,” Mayor Carol McCutcheon said in a Feb. 3 news release. “When we say ‘our future’ in the vision statement, we mean Sugar Land as a whole—our city and our people.”

The request for quotation procurement process will run Feb. 25-March 27 with the master development partner selection this fall, officials said. Phase 1 of construction is expected to begin in late 2026 and last 18-24 months. Meanwhile, the first phase of the Char House preservation

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Education

BY AUBREY HOWELL

FBISD approves 2026-27 instructional calendar Fort Bend ISD trustees approved a slightly altered calendar for the 2026-27 school year following community feedback. What parents need to know The 2026-27 calendar, approved at the Jan. 29 board meeting, runs from Aug. 11-May 27, 2027, and adds an extra instruction day. The calendar also includes professional learning and teacher planning days embedded throughout the year, where teachers can com- plete their required continuing education hours. Looking back A presentation by district staff at the Jan. 12 agenda review meeting showed community members preferred the proposed calendar to two other options, with the preferred calendar receiving votes of “favor” or “strongly in favor”

FBISD to launch dual language program Fort Bend ISD has opened applications for its new two-way dual language Spanish English and Mandarin Immersion programs

Key dates for the 2026-27 calendar include:

Aug. 11: First day of school Oct. 12-16: Fall break Nov. 24-27: Thanksgiving break Dec. 21-31: Winter break Sept. 7: Labor Day Jan. 1: New Year's Day Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Jr. Day March 8-12, 2027: Spring break May 27, 2027: Last day of school

for elementary students. What you need to know

The program is open to incoming kinder- garten students with intentions to continue through the fifth grade, officials announced in a Jan. 29 news release. The program aims to help students grow problem-solving skills, expand cultural awareness and prepare for college and future careers, per the release. Looking ahead Applications for the program are set to close Feb. 28, per the website. Cohorts will be added in kindergarten yearly.

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from 69% of 8,063 respondents. District staff said community members— including students, parents and staff—favored the spread of holiday days, fall break and winter break length in the 2025-26 academic calendar, but wanted an earlier start and end date to the school year.

FBISD to offer 2 new middle school CTE courses Fort Bend ISD middle schoolers will have the option to begin robotics and engineering courses with the addition of two new classes. The details The two career and technical education elec- tives will begin in the 2026-27 school year, officials announced in a Jan. 28 release. However, CTE offerings may vary by campus. New courses include:

Other CTE options offered at FBISD middle schools

College and career exploration

• Technovation I (sixth grade), which introduces foundational concepts in mechanics, electron- ics, computer programming, aviation, drones and artificial intelligence • Technovation II (seventh and eighth grade), which builds upon the first class by allowing students to explore real-world applications

Touch systems data entry and dollars and sense

Principles of human services

Fundamentals of computer science

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Election

BY HANNAH NORTON & AUBREY HOWELL

Voter Guide

2026

Dates to know

Where to vote

Feb. 17: First day of early voting Feb. 20: Last day to apply for a ballot by mail (received, not postmarked) Feb. 27: Last day of early voting March 3: Election day and the last day for counties to receive completed mail-in ballots (or 5 p.m. March 4 if the carrier envelope is postmarked by 7 p.m. on election day)

Registered voters may cast ballots in either Texas’ Republican or Democratic primary, but not both. Third-party candidates will appear on the ballot in November. Fort Bend County residents can cast their ballots at any voting locations during early voting or on Election day. Visit www.fortbendcountytx.gov for polling locations.

Only candidates in contested elections are included. Go to county election websites for information on uncontested races.

KEY: R Republican D Democrat *Incumbent

D Ahmad R. Hassan D James Talarico Governor R Greg Abbott* R R.F. “Bob” Achgill R Charles Andrew Crouch R Evelyn Brooks R Pete “Doc” Chambers R Arturo Espinosa R Mark V. Goloby R Kenneth Hyde R Stephen Samuelson R Ronnie Tullos

D Anthony “Tony” Box D Joe Jaworski D Nathan Johnson Texas House, District 26 D Elizabeth “Eliz” Markowitz D Daniel Lee Texas House, District 27 D Ron Reynolds D Paul Prevot Texas House, District 28 D Kristyna Payton Loundy D Sandy Ibanez Texas House, District 76 R Linda Howell R Lea C.S. Simmons R Christian Amuta D Suleman Lalani D Marie Asher Baptiste Fort Bend County County Judge R Daryl Aaron R Kenneth Omoruyi R Melissa M. Wilson R Daniel Wong R KP George D Eddie Sajjad D Cynthia Lenton-Gary D J. Christian Becerra D Dexter L. McCoy D Rachelle Carter District Clerk R John Minchew R Audrey Lee D Beverley McGrew Walker

D Muzaffar Vohra D Iris R. Lewis County Clerk R Tamara McFarlane R J.J. Clemence D Montreal L. Peterson

Sample ballot

Federal elections U.S. House, District 7 R Erin M. Montgomery R Tina Cohen R Alexander Hale R Alexander Z. Kalai U.S. House, District 18 R Ronald Dwayne Whitfield R Elizabeth Vences D Gretchen Brown D Amanda Edwards D Al Green D Christian D. Menefee U.S. House, District 22

D Shah Haleem D Sonya Jones D Maria T. Jackson

County Treasurer D Rahim Rupani D Jeffrey L. Boney D Eric B. Lister D Pedro Valencia D Sara Khan District Attorney R Shawn McDonald R Mark Rubal Commissioner, Precinct 2

R Nathaniel Welch D Patricia Abrego D Chris Bell

D Bobby Cole D Carlton Hart D Gina Hinojosa D Jose Navarro Balbuena

R Rebecca Clark R Trever Nehls

D Robert “Puga” Thomas D Marquette Greene-Scott

D Grady Prestage D Larry Blackmon

D Faizan Syed D Zach Vance D Angela “Tia Angie” Villescaz Lieutenant governor R Timothy Mabry R Perla Muñoz Hopkins R Dan Patrick* R Esala Wueschner

D Sterling Gadison D Chris Fernandez D Pearl Vuorinen

State elections U.S. Senate R John O. Adefope R Anna Bender R Virgil John Bierschwale

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D Vikki Goodwin D Courtney Head D Marcos Velez Attorney general R Joan Huffman R Mayes Middleton R Aaron Reitz R Chip Roy

R Sara Canady R John Cornyn* R Wesley Hunt R Gulrez “Gus” Khan R Ken Paxton D Jasmine Crockett

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Election

BY TOMER RONEN

Fort Bend County Judge Republican Daryl Aaron Occupation & Experience: 35 years U.S. Army:

Fort Bend County Judge Democratic

If elected, what will be your top priorities? Grow revenue without raising tax rates: navigator, shop local, forge, foodie park, cook for a cause, best value contracting. Make spending visible: budget box, county in progress, [incident reporting management]. Build resilience: WATT Works, a published drainage schedule and fully staffed essential departments as revenues grow.

If elected, what will be your top priorities? Bring integrity and transparency back to the county; stop the budget deficits and “right size” the budget; stop casually using eminent domain; review all infrastructure plans; review all homeland security plans; address the veterans service’s deficiencies; address the concerns of animal rights groups. Priorities: Fiscal responsibility, debt reduction and tax mitigation for Fort Bend families. We’ll implement transparent budgeting practices and eliminate wasteful spending. With integrity at the core of my leadership, I’m committed to restoring public confidence through accountable governance that puts taxpayers first and ensures every county dollar is spent wisely. My priorities are public safety, county growth initiatives that attract new businesses, balancing and reducing the budget, auditing departments, reviving stalled infrastructure projects and funding community organizations so our courts and judges continue serving residents effectively.

Eddie Sajjad Occupation & Experience:

technologist and entrepreneur; 20 years building systems; data and AI consultant; union member www.eddieforfb. com

enlisted/officer, retired attorney: semi-retired 25 years Honeywell International; retired www.darylaaron. com

Candidate did not respond to questionnaire by press time.

Cynthia Lenton-Gary Candidate did not respond to questionnaire by press time.

Kenneth Omoruyi Occupation & Experience:

husband, father of triplets, CPA firm owner, educator, tax advisor, ex. Schlumberger, governor’s appointee www.kenneth forfortbend.com

My priorities are rooting out corruption, restoring integrity and ensuring county government serves people—not insiders. I’ll focus on responsible growth, equitable economic opportunity and expanding healthcare and mental health access, while staying directly connected to the needs of Fort Bend families.

J. Christian Becerra Occupation & Experience:

Melissa M. Wilson Occupation & Experience: real

prosecutor, private attorney and sitting district judge for the 434th District Court www.judgebecerra. com

estate/insurance broker/builder, 20 years; business management degree, HR minor www. melissamechelle. org

I will make Fort Bend more affordable, strengthen educational opportunities and fight for our values. I’ll champion responsible budgeting, transparency and targeted tax relief while growing our commercial tax base. I’ll support roadway improvements, congestion relief and expanded transit options that equitably connect people to jobs, schools and healthcare. My top priorities include fixing existing roads, drainage and infrastructure before expanding, improving flood mitigation, strengthening public safety and emergency preparedness, and increasing transparency. I believe in practical, people-focused solutions that protect residents today while preparing Fort Bend for tomorrow.

My top priorities are public safety, responsible growth, infrastructure planning, flood mitigation and fiscal responsibility. I will focus on lowering property taxes, controlling spending and ensuring county services keep pace with growth without raising taxes or expanding government beyond its proper role.

Dexter L. McCoy Occupation & Experience: current Fort Bend County commissioner, Precinct 4 www.dextermccoy. com

Daniel Wong Occupation & Experience: CEO, Tolunay Wong Engineers; former Sugar Land City Council member; Texas Higher Education

Coordinating board www.danielowong. com

My priorities have remained consistent throughout my seven years as county judge. They are to provide for public safety, economic development, infrastructure improvement and mobility, while maintaining a fiscally responsible budget. I am proud that we have met these priorities without a tax-rate increase since I took office.

Rachelle Carter Occupation & Experience: attorney; associate municipal court judge; small business owner; public service experience www.rdcarterlaw. com

KP George* Occupation & Experience: Fort Bend County judge (7 years), FBISD school

trustee (5 years), financial planner (25 years) www.kpgeorge.com

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Election

BY AUBREY HOWELL

KEY: *Incumbent

Fort Bend County commissioner, Precinct 2 Democratic primary

How do you plan to continue preparing for population growth as the county nears one million residents? Managing growth starts with improving mobility and expanding county services ahead of demand. Investing early in roads, drainage, and service capacity helps accommodate new residents, reduces long-term costs, eases budget pressure and protects the quality-of-life existing residents expect.

If elected, what will be your top priorities?

My priorities are getting current projects across the finish line, improving quality of life for all residents, and ensuring no community goes without basic county services. This includes access to safe drinking water, effective drainage and flood control, quality healthcare services and public safety as the county continues to grow.

Grady Prestage* Occupation & Experience: county commissioner; registered professional civil engineer www.gradyprestage.com

Stop the continuing encroachment of industrial warehouses in residential areas of our community. Stop concrete batch companies from integrating with our residential neighborhoods Restore botanical beauty to the community parks of Precinct 2.

Infrastructure and transportation services will be my top priorities.

Larry Blackmon Occupation & experience: Candidate did not respond to question. 281-415-0351

Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. For more election coverage, go to www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide.

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Transportation

BY AUBREY VOGEL

Upcoming projects

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1 Austin Parkway intersection safety modification Project: The project will add a traffic signal and additional turn lanes at the Austin Parkway at the Commonwealth Boulevard intersection. Update: The design process is at the 60% plan phase and is expected to be complete in May. • Timeline: fall 2026-summer 2027 (construction) • Cost: $1.8 million • Funding sources: 2023 Fort Bend County mobility bond and 2024 Sugar Land bond

N. CREEKMOUNT DR. 2 Watts Plantation Road renaming Project: Missouri City is renaming Watts Plantation Road to Henry Watts Road to remain consistent with the new extension from Sienna Parkway to Knight Road, and from Shipmans Cove Boulevard to North Creekmont Drive. Update: The name change was approved at a Jan. 20 Missouri City City Council meeting. • Timeline: Scheduled to be implemented by the end of March • Cost: $3,000 for road signs • Funding source: city of Missouri City

3 Artificial intelligence-based traffic detection system Project: The project will install an artificial intelligence-based traffic detection system tool along the Hwy. 6 corridor, aimed at monitoring traffic conditions and improving traffic signal timing. Update: In October, Missouri City City Council approved a contract with Texas Highway Products. • Timeline: Completion expected in April • Cost: $619,500 • Funding source: city of Missouri City

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Events

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Lunar New Year Lion Dance Families can celebrate the Lunar New Year at the University Branch Library by learning about the culture and history of the Lion Dance before a performance. • Feb. 21, 1:30-2:30 p.m. • Free (admission) • 14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land • www.fortbendlibraries.gov The Velvet Masquerade Ball The upscale Mardi Gras-inspired masquerade experience at Honey Beeyond Studio includes the crowning of a king and queen of the night, signature cocktails and a live DJ. • Feb. 28, 8 p.m.-midnight Black History Month Celebration Families can celebrate Black History Month at the Missouri City Community Center with a kids zone, food trucks and live music showcasing R&B, pop, jazz and gospel tunes. • Feb. 28, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. • Free (admission) • 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City • www.missouricitytx.gov • $55 (general admission), $85 (VIP) • 1667 Cartwright Road, Missouri City • www.honeybeeyondstudio.com

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Thriller Vintage Market The Valentine’s pop-up market at Sugar Land Town Square will feature vintage streetwear and sneakers, a photo booth, permanent jewelry and live DJ sets. • Feb. 15, noon-6 p.m. • Free (admission) • 15958 City Walk, Sugar Land • www.thrillertx.com Fort Bend Alumni Golf Tournament The 30th annual golf tournament at Sugar Creek Country Club raises scholarship funds for high school seniors to attend the University of Houston. • Feb. 16, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. • $300 (per player) • 420 Sugar Creek Blvd., Sugar Land • www.uhaaf.com/events Venardos Circus presents ‘Alice in Sugar Land’ The Broadway-style, animal-free circus with aerialists, jugglers and comedians is coming to Crown Festival Park.

In a Pickle Festival The pickle-themed festival in Rosenberg will feature parades, contests, live music and entertainment as well as over 150 unique vendors. • March 7-8, times vary

• $6.75-$12.18 (per ticket) • 4310 TX-36 S., Rosenberg • www.inapicklefest.com

• Feb. 19-March 1, times vary • $28.95 (adult), $19.95 (child) • 18355 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land • https://venardoscircus.com

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Education

BY AUBREY VOGEL

Higher Education Guide

2026

Readers, welcome to your CI Higher Education Edition! The state of Texas has always been known for oering strong higher education options to our students—but as everyone’s favorite hyper-local news organization—we want to highlight how many great options are right in our backyard. So, welcome to our Annual LOCAL Higher Education Guide. Whether you are seeking an undergraduate degree or looking to expand your career options with a postgraduate degree, Fort Bend County and surrounding areas oer four dierent long-established colleges and universities to meet the needs of our community. In this guide, we will explore the new classes available in West Houston from a renowned local business school, several new trade and workforce programs designed to meet the growing needs of our local community, and a look at how AI is transforming the higher education space. Learn more about these stories and more on our website at www.communityimpact.com.

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2 Houston Community College Missouri City campus Programs oered: 911 emergency dispatcher, American sign language, biology, chemistry, child development associate, computer systems networking, emergency medical technician, English as a second language, history, medical assistance, process technology • 1600 Texas Parkway, Missouri City

3 Texas State Technical College Fort Bend County campus Programs oered: advanced manufacturing: industrial maintenance; auto collision and management; automotive; building construction; cybersecurity; diesel equipment; electrical lineworker and management; electrical power and controls; HVAC; occupational safety and environmental compliance; precision machining; robotics and industrial controls; welding

4 Wharton County Junior College Sugar Land campus Programs oered: nursing • 14004 University Blvd., Sugar Land • 281-243-8447 • www.wcjc.edu/campuses/sugar-land.aspx

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WCJC prepares for 80th anniversary celebration Since its founding in 1946, Wharton County Junior College has continued to build on its mis- sion of helping students reach their goals, growing from approximately 200 students to 7,000. The junior college currently spans for campuses and oers more than 40 programs. The celebration To prepare for its 80th anniversary in Septem- ber, the college has prepared a lineup of events. In February, it will hold an employee banquet, followed by a baseball game and tailgate party in March. As for April, a band concert and commu- nity reception will take place, with commence- ment ceremonies in May. Finally, the community celebrations will con- clude with a special volleyball game in September as well as National Night Out and Trunk or Treat events in October.

The junior college oers multiple programs, including dual credit programs as well as adult learning and literacy classes.

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The college is hosting community events throughout the year to celebrate its 80th anniversary.

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• Advanced Manufacturing • Auto Collision & Management • Automation & Robotics • Automotive • Building Construction • Cybersecurity • Diesel Equipment • Electrical Lineworker & Management • Electrical Construction* (*Starting Fall 2026)

• Electrical Power & Controls • HVAC • Industrial Maintenance • Occupational Safety & Environmental Compliance • Precision Machining • Welding • Online programs & more

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