the Katy Lions blood drive benefits everyone local, whether you’re in the City of Katy, outskirts, Waller, Fort Bend, or Harris Counties. When you need blood, you need blood, and the blood banks help fill that need. Please sign up at www.KatyBloodDrive.org to donate on June 4th. #beagreatlion #icanwewill #kindnessmatters #weserve #lionsclub #lionsclubs #katytx
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Girl Scout Troop 127044 Uses Cookie Money for the Katy Community
A local Girl Scout Troop 127044 has decided to use proceeds from their cookie and fall product sales to pay it back to the Katy community that has supported them. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church has been hosting the Troops meetings for the last few years. When the girls were asked what they would like to do for their Bronze Award project, they unanimously decided to thank St. Paul’s and build a Little Library for them […]
Six Common Scenarios For Hiring A Lawyer
There are more reasons why you might need to hire an attorney than most people realize. They range from everyday issues to once in a lifetime emergencies. Here are the scenarios where most people need legal advice. You Are Having Trouble With Your Small Business Talk to a lawyer if you are expanding your small business into a new area. Take advantage of their professional experience and any personal contacts. Ask them about the most […]
Top 5 Religious Colleges For Your Kids In California
When your teens are looking for a good college that can help them grow spiritually and academically, the best college for them is probably one that will help them in their writing endeavors and discover a faith that is meaningful to them. In California, there are so many choices for students in the school of their choice to attend. You can choose from private schools, independent schools, religious colleges, and universities. Many students choose schools […]
Special Session of the Katy City Council; Planning for Growth
by: Tom Behrens Special session called May 24, 2022 to discuss and explain the Kendig Keast Collaboration Plan for the City of Katy. Kendig Keast Collaborative is a multidisciplinary planning consultancy composed of seasoned professionals who specialize in assisting towns in planning for and realizing their preferred future, providing necessary policy and spatial planning strategies, tools, and techniques. Council members present: Mayor Dusty Thiele, Mayor ProTem Chris Harris, Council Member, Council Member Gina Corte, Council […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston Hosts National Webinar at Galveston’s Reedy Chapel AME to Celebrate Historical Significance of Juneteenth Holiday
HOUSTON, May 26, 2022 – Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH), in conjunction with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, will host a national livestreamed webinar at Galveston’s Reedy Chapel AME Church on Thursday, June 16 from noon to 2 p.m. CT to celebrate the historical significance of Juneteenth, which had its origin in Galveston. Reedy Chapel was one of the locations in which General Order #3 was read on June 19, 1865, announcing the […]
Prepare Now Before Disaster Strikes
Emergencies, such as natural disasters or health crises, are potentially dangerous. Be sure you’re prepared to keep yourself and your family safe. Unfortunately, statistics show that not everyone is as prepared as they could be. According to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) research, despite 80 percent of respondents to the 2019 National Household survey saying they had gathered enough supplies to last three or more days, only 48 percent said they had an emergency […]
Precinct 4 Tracy Gee Community Center’s 2022 Summer Fest
Summer is here, and we could not be more excited! From arts and crafts to movies and games, Tracy Gee Community Center is the place to be. All classes and activities are free, so bring your family, neighbors, and friends. Light refreshments will be served. Duct Tape Flower Pens Tuesday, June 7, 10 a.m. – noon or 1 – 3 p.m. Join us and show your creativity as we create duct tape flower pens. For […]
Trees For Houston Partnering with Fluor and the Arbor Day Foundation to Distribute 2,000 Trees at White Oak Music Hall
WHAT: Trees For Houston is partnering with Fluor and The Arbor Day Foundation to give away 2,000 native trees to Houstonians to beautify their yards and help the environment. On Saturday, May 28, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, Houston-area residents can drive through the parking of White Oak Music Hall to pick up a variety of trees and seedlings. Trees can fit in all-size vehicles, from small sedans to large SUVs and trucks. […]
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Awards $4.8 Million in Recreational Trail Grants to Texas Communities
AUSTIN— During Thursday’s meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $4.8 million dollars in grants funding 17 motorized and non-motorized recreational trail-related projects across the state. One million dollars of the amount allocated today came directly from state Sporting Good Sales Tax funds dedicated to the Recreational Trails Program through a rider passed by the 82nd Legislature. The rider increased the total amount of funded projects this year. The National Recreational Trails […]