• Katy ISD Hosting Certified Teacher Job Fair on Saturday, March 23

    Katy ISD Hosting Certified Teacher Job Fair on Saturday, March 23

    KATY, TX [March 8, 2024] – Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD) extends a warm invitation to certified teachers seeking an opportunity to join the top-ranked school district in the Greater Houston area. As we gear up for the 2024-2025 academic year, Katy ISD is excited to announce its upcoming Certified Teacher Job Fair scheduled for Saturday, March 23, 2024. “In Katy ISD, we pride ourselves on being a premier school district, where our dedicated and […]

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  • Record-breaking Success at 2024 Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show Auction

    Record-breaking Success at 2024 Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show Auction

    KATY, TX [March 7, 2024] – The 2024 Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show auction totals have officially been announced. Student livestock projects raised a record-breaking $975,000 at auction, $30,000 more than in 2023. This year’s livestock show consisted of over 575 student exhibitors. The 2024 Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show owes its success not only to the commitment and perseverance of its students and staff, but also to the unwavering support of the community, sponsors, and volunteers. Their […]

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  • Katy ISD Fifth Graders Advance to Regional Spelling Bee Competition

    Katy ISD Fifth Graders Advance to Regional Spelling Bee Competition

    KATY, TX [March 7, 2024] – Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD) proudly announces the triumph of two exceptional fifth-grade students, Sahith Iyer of Creech Elementary and Arnav Vijay of Wilson Elementary, as the victors of the 2023-2024 District Spelling Bee competition. Outshining a field of 62 contestants from across the district, Sahith and Arnav demonstrated remarkable proficiency and dedication in spelling, earning them the honor of representing Katy ISD at the prestigious 2024 Scripps Regional […]

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  • Katy ISD Honors Legacy of David and Terri Youngblood  with School Dedication Ceremony

    Katy ISD Honors Legacy of David and Terri Youngblood  with School Dedication Ceremony

    KATY, TX [March 6, 2024] – On March 5, Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD) celebrated the significant contributions and legacy of David and Terri Youngblood at the dedication ceremony of Youngblood Elementary. This momentous occasion united the community in honoring the exceptional service of the Youngbloods, whose ongoing impact continues to shape the district’s history. The dedication ceremony welcomed Youngblood students and staff, families, district officials, namesakes, and the Board of Trustees, all bound by their […]

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  • Katy ISD Destination Imagination Teams Advance to State Competition

    Katy ISD Destination Imagination Teams Advance to State Competition

    KATY, TX [March 5, 2024] – On February 17, 160 Katy ISD Destination Imagination teams showcased their imagination and creativity at the annual Destination Imagination Gulf Coast Regional Tournament, the largest region in Texas.  Elementary, junior high and high school students from Katy, Fort Bend, and Cy-Fair independent school districts, as well as several private schools, participated in this year’s tournament. Last year, 22 Katy ISD teams advanced to the state level. This year, 33 teams are […]

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Bayou City Art Festival Returns to Downtown Houston with More Art, Entertainment, and Culinary Arts and Tasting Experience

Iconic art festival in Downtown Houston on March 23-24, 2024 HOUSTON (March 18, 2024) – Bayou City Art Festival, produced by Art Colony Association (ACA), will transform Downtown Houston into a lively outdoor gallery and interactive art event with more art, entertainment, and an intimate culinary art and tasting experience with some of Houston’s top chefs for the annual Bayou City Art Festival Downtown. The weekend festival will be held on Saturday and Sunday, March 23-24, 2024, 10 a.m. […]

Houston Southwest Vet Center Hosts Sabrina Greenlee to Address Domestic Violence and Breaking the Silence Amongst Veterans

What:                Houston Southwest Vet Center is collaborating with Sabrina Greenlee, mother of NFL Star DeAndre Hopkins, in presenting “Breaking the Silence: Addressing Domestic Violence within the Veteran Community” When:               Friday, March 22, 2024 at 1 p.m. Who:                 Veterans, service members, their families, and interested public Where:             Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Auditorium 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030 RSVP:                Media interested in attending should RSVP to maureen.dyman@va.gov, 713-591-2427 or andrea.tanner@va.gov or call 713-523-0884 Background:  Recognizing the need to raise awareness […]

Harris County Public Health Raises Awareness for World Tuberculosis Day on March 24

HCPH to host a FREE Zoom webinar about TB on March 25 HOUSTON – In recognizing World Tuberculosis Day on March 24, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is calling attention to this persistent global health threat and the importance of early detection, treatment, and prevention. While progress has been made, tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health concern, claiming millions of lives worldwide each year. On Monday, March 25, HCPH will also host a free Zoom webinar […]

Jr. Market Steer Grand Champion Ties Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Record at $1 Million

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2024—HOUSTON, Texas— The 2024 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Grand Champion Steer was ‘Woozy,’ a Simmental raised by Blaize Benson of San Angelo, Texas. The Steer sold at auction for $1 million, tying the record for HLSR. The donors for Lot 1 were Barbara & Don Jordan, Laura & Steve McNear, and Chris & Lisa Cunningham. In 2022, Don Jordan set the record Steer bid to celebrate his and HLSR’s […]

KATY AARP Chapter Meeting April 9TH

The Katy chapter of AARP will meet Tuesday, April 9, at Midway BBQ 6191 Highway Blvd in Katy. The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m.  Afterwards, entertainment will be provided by The Larry Glass Band.  The group plays a variety of the most requested songs from country and pop/rock classics from the 1930s to 1970s.  The audience can listen, dance, or sing along. Visitors are welcome.  Allow time to purchase any food before the meeting […]

HOUSTON SYMPHONY CELEBRATES THE TIMES WITH 21ST CENTURY BROADWAY

High-resolution photos HERE  HOUSTON, TX (March 15, 2024) — The great American musical is alive and well, and it’s being celebrated April 5 through April 7 at Jones Hall as the Houston Symphony’s Bank of America POPS Series presents 21st Century Broadway. Embark on a musical journey to the Big Apple, with showstopping performances by Broadway talents Ali Stroker, Rodney Ingram, Hailey Kilgore, and Derek Klena, showcasing selections from today’s most beloved musicals. The concert is a […]

Library hosts free butterfly program

Monarchs are one of approximately 40 butterflies that can call Texas home. Their orange wings with black veins are easily recognized as are their plump caterpillars with black, white and yellow bands. The Monarch is North America’s longest migrating butterfly. Learn more about them and other local butterflies in a free March 23 program presented by Mary Parkhouse, Fort Bend County Master Gardener, at the Mission Bend Branch Library, 8421 Addicks-Clodine Road, Houston. The two-hour […]

LIBRARIES OFFER FREE ONLINE ACCESS TO “DATA AXLE” BUSINESS/CONSUMER RESOURCE

Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) offers free access to a variety of research tools and resources that are available online and can be accessed 24/7 from home. In April, the featured resource of the month is “Data Axle: Reference Solutions,” a national business, consumer, and residential directory that can be used to research industries, competitors, consumer demographics, job opportunities, and much more. Demonstrations of this free online resource will take place at the following locations […]

GENTLY-USED BOOK DONATIONS NEEDED FOR FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALES

The Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library organization is requesting donations of gently-used books so they can replenish their supplies and continue their book sales and fundraising efforts. Donations can be brought to the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy) during business hours. Items that are needed include gently-used fiction and nonfiction adult, youth, and children’s hardback and paperback books that are clean and not torn. Textbooks are also accepted. Items that cannot be accepted […]

FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF EASTER HOLIDAY

All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries — which includes the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, the Fulshear Branch Library, and the Mission Bend Branch Library — will be closed March 29-31, in observance of the Easter holiday.  Regular library hours will resume on Monday, April 1. Your online library is always open at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us for searching the catalog, renewing books or placing holds, downloading e-books, streaming movies and music, or using the research databases. For information, contact the library system’s Communications […]