Members of the Katy Texas Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosted a community celebration honoring U.S. veterans on Saturday, November 11th. Featured speakers included U.S. Congressman Troy Nehls, Fulshear Mayor Aaron Groff and Valerie James of Veteran Advocates, Services & Training. The theme of the celebration focused on thanking the many veterans who sacrificed so much to ensure our current freedoms. President Shad Hanis of the Katy Texas Stake, who […]
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Texas A&M University System enrollment increase tops in Texas
The 11 universities in The Texas A&M University System added more students than any other public university system in the state this year, according to fresh data from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The A&M System’s fall 2023 enrollment of 154,865 students was 5,850 more than last year’s enrollment across all 11 universities. “These enrollment numbers are proof our commitment to making higher education both accessible and affordable is working,” said John Sharp, Chancellor […]
The road to adoption is filled with support, guidance
By Jesse Booher Children and families around the world are celebrating November as National Adoption Month. Those of us who work with children each day are grateful for these families, and during this special month, we recognize the need to continue finding the loving families that all children deserve. The need is certainly there. In Texas over the past year, nearly 4200 children left foster care to adoptive homes. As recently as September of 2023, […]
Texas Master Naturalist Program Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Over the last 25 years, more than 15,300 Texas Master Naturalist volunteers have made their mark by dedicating their time to helping protect and conserve the state’s natural resources. Their impact spans across more than 256,000 acres of Texas’ landscapes from the lush tidal marshes of the Gulf Coast to the arid vistas of the Trans Pecos. Established in 1998 as a partnership between the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), the Texas […]
The Houston Food Bank Returns to Royal
The Houston Food Bank will be returning to Royal. The dates are as follows, and the flyer is attached. They will join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 4-7 pm, and food will be available while supplies last. Click here to volunteer. November 15th December 6th December 13th (to replace 12/20 – holiday) January 17th January 31st (to replace 1/3 – holiday) February 7th February 21st March 6th March 20th […]
The Women’s Fund Hosts Holiday Membership Luncheon with Houston Book Author
Friday, December 1, 2023 The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston-area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, is hosting the annual Holiday Membership Luncheon at Tony’s on Friday, December 1, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon will feature a presentation titled “Two by Two” by Nancy Bynon, co-author of “Two by Two: Conversations Between Friends Navigating Breast Cancer”. Copies of the book will be available […]
This Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, McDonald’s restaurants across Houston will honor military servicemen and servicewomen
This Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, McDonald’s restaurants across Houston will honor military servicemen and servicewomen with a free breakfast combo meal or regular combo meal. Veterans and current members of the military are invited to enjoy their free meal by visiting participating restaurants and showing their Military ID. The offer can be redeemed for a Combo Meal, which includes favorites like the Quarter Pounder with cheese or Filet-o-Fish with medium fries and your choice […]
Free Legal Clinic for Veterans, November 4 in Katy Event part of Texas Veterans Legal Aid Week
(Houston – October 17, 2023) – Veterans can visit a free, in-person legal clinic on Saturday, November 4, from 9:00 a.m.-noon, at the Katy VA Outpatient Clinic, 750 Westgreen Blvd., 77450. Volunteer attorneys will offer advice and counsel on legal issues including family law, wills and probate, consumer law, tax law, property issues, and disability. The clinic is part of Texas Veterans Legal Aid Week, a statewide effort to provide legal clinics and pro bono […]
“Wine & Wander” October 20th at the Oliver Whitener-Roy Winkler Pavilions
Join us for “Wine & Wander” October 20th from 5-7pm at the Oliver Whitener-Roy Winkler Pavilions at the Texas Cotton Gin Museum. Come shop with some great dealers and vendors, enjoy heavy appetizers catered by Blue Willow Cafe, sip local wines from Busted Oak Cellars and meads from Rohan Meadery, all while listening to the soulful music of Samuel Paul Brown! The shopping and fun continues with “Music & Margaritas” at Flown the Coop, plus even […]
Grill ‘n’ Chill: BBQ Feast Favorites
Savor the flavors of BBQ bliss! Explore smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and more in our Grill ‘n’ Chill BBQ feast favorites guide. Read on to learn more. There’s something undeniably special about the combination of sizzling grills, wafts of smoky goodness, and a gathering of friends and family in your backyard. The BBQ party is an American tradition that brings people together for a feast of epic proportions. In this blog post, we’re going […]