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Katy ISD Recognizes 2023-2024 “Of the Year” Employees

KATY, TX [April 18, 2024] – Each year, Katy ISD proudly celebrates the exceptional contributions and influence of its employees at the annual “Of the Year” Awards Ceremony. This year, 33 individuals, along with Campus Rookie of the Year teachers and Campus Teachers of the Year, were honored for representing the spirit of what it means to be a Katy ISD staff member, dedicating their time and talents to enriching the lives of students, families, colleagues, […]

American Furniture Warehouse Funds Katy ISD Teacher Grants

Annual $chool Rewards Program supports Katy ISD Education Foundation   (Katy, TX) – American Furniture Warehouse recently signaled its support of Katy ISD teachers by contributing significantly to the Katy ISD Education Foundation’s Inspiring Imagination teacher grant program. This year’s donation of $28,120 brings AFW’s three-year total contribution to more than $100,000, making them a leading Katy ISD Education Foundation supporter. “Our vision for The Katy ISD Education Foundation has always been to unite our […]

HOUSTON SYMPHONY ANNOUNCES  THE RETURN OF THE HARRY POTTER FILM CONCERT SERIES WITH HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS™ IN CONCERT

Audiences will experience the second chapter of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series with the Houston Symphony performing John Williams’ music from the film live to picture Film Stills · TRAILER Tickets now available at houstonsymphony.org (APRIL 18, 2O24 – HOUSTON, TEXAS) – The Harry Potter Film Concert Series returns to Jones Hall with Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert, the second film in the Harry Potter series. On May 10 and […]

AMAZING PLACE DEDICATES NEW CAMPUS IN KATY

What:  Yesterday, April 17, Amazing Place (www.amazingplacehouston.org) dedicated its second campus, Amazing Place West, in Katy at 621 Circle deMatel. The facility will greatly expand its services in the greater Houston area to provide an evidence-based Day Program for those diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia, as well as dementia expertise, education, and resources for family members and for those interested in brain health. Amazing Place leadership, volunteers and faith care partners present for the […]

Katy ISD School Board Election Voting Information

Early Voting Set for April 22 – April 30  KATY, TX [April 18, 2024] – It’s election time! This year, voters have the opportunity to elect two Katy ISD Board of Trustees for Positions 6 and 7. Early voting will be conducted each weekday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. beginning Monday, April 22, 2024 and ending on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. A special Saturday early voting will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Election […]

CENTRAL FORT BEND CHAMBER HOSTS 2nd ANNUAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS DAY EVENT PRESENTED BY WHARTON COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE AT UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON GESSNER COLLEGE OF NURSING

H&W Day Shines Spotlight on Local Health & Wellness Businesses, Highlights Career Opportunities  (SUGAR LAND, TEXAS) April 16, 2024 – The Central Fort Bend Chamber’s Workforce Development Division hosted their 2nd annual Health and Wellness Day presented by Wharton County Junior College at the University of Houston Gessner College of Nursing in Sugar Land on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. More than 350 students from Lamar Consolidated ISD and 20 local businesses participated in the event. […]

TDLR Safeguards Consumers With Online List of Revoked Licenses, Administrative Penalties

AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) maintains a database of ALL violations that resulted in administrative orders during the past two years – including penalties and license revocations and suspensions, as well as people who have been issued cease and desist orders because of unlicensed activity. TDLR issued a cease-and-desist order against Dee Thai Feet LLC in Plano for operating a massage establishment without a massage establishment license. The most recent license revocations include: A massage […]

Harmony School of Excellence Sugar Land Middle to Compete in Largest Student Rocket Contest in the World

[SUGAR LAND] – Harmony School of Excellence Sugar Land Middle has qualified to compete in the annual American Rocketry Challenge (TARC) national finals. The middle school team is one of 100 teams from across the country, and the only team from Sugar Land, competing to claim the title of National Champion on Saturday, May 18 at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia. More than 5,000 students from 922 teams from across the country participated in this year’s competition and […]

Katy Mills Hosts Spring Job Fair

Katy, Texas – In collaboration with Workforce Solutions, Katy Mills is hosting a Spring Job Fair on Saturday, April 27, 2024. This event aims to bridge the gap between job seekers and employers, offering a diverse range of employment opportunities. The Spring Job Fair brings together over 45 mall retailers, restaurants, and area hotels actively seeking new talent for both full-time and part-time positions. Whether you’re looking for a career change or your next job […]

Final Gala Preparations are Underway

  Child Advocates of Fort Bend is busy with final preparations for the agency’s Once Upon a Time Gala on April 27 at the Sugar Land Marriott Town Square. “The staff and volunteer committee have put together another lively and elegant evening for guests this year,” stated CAFB Events Specialist and event organizer, Tarina Sheridan. “When we open the doors on Saturday evening, guests will be greeted by strolling fairy tale characters and transported to […]