• Katy ISD Announces 2023-24 Districtwide Teachers of the Year

    Katy ISD Announces 2023-24 Districtwide Teachers of the Year

    KATY, TX [March 26, 2024] – Katy ISD proudly announces the exceptional educators selected as the 2023-2024 Districtwide Teachers of the Year. These passionate educators have not only demonstrated a commitment to student success but have also ignited a passion for learning in their classroom, leaving an indelible mark on the Katy ISD community. This year’s honorees, representing both elementary and secondary levels, exemplify the spirit of our mission by providing unparalleled learning experiences designed to […]

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  • Construction Underway on Second Phase of Boardwalk Square Apartment Homes

    Construction Underway on Second Phase of Boardwalk Square Apartment Homes

    KATY, TX (March 21, 2024) – Less than three years after opening its first phase of multifamily residences in the Katy Boardwalk District, Sueba USA has broken ground on its second phase named “Boardwalk Square,” which is poised to be the newest luxury, loft-style apartment community in the City of Katy. The project will be located off Kingsland Blvd., within walking distance of the 90-acre Katy Boardwalk District lake and nature preserve, as well as the […]

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  • Katy ISD Invites You to Experience Pioneer Life at the 38th Annual Folk Life Festival

    Katy ISD Invites You to Experience Pioneer Life at the 38th Annual Folk Life Festival

    KATY, TX [March 21, 2024] – Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Texas at the highly anticipated 38th Annual Folk Life Festival, hosted by Katy ISD. Join us as we transport you to the late 1800s, offering a glimpse into pioneer life like never before. Discover how our ancestors dressed, survived, and thrived in this rugged era. From traditional foods to hands-on activities, including blacksmith demonstrations and weaving, the festival promises an […]

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  • OUSTANDING KATY TEACHER RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD  

    OUSTANDING KATY TEACHER RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD  

    Humanities Texas is pleased to announce that Taylor Kratz of Mayde Creek High School in Houston has been selected as one of 15 recipients of a 2023 Humanities Texas Outstanding Teaching Award. Kratz is the recipient of the Humanities Texas Outstanding Teaching of the Humanities Award, which recognizes exemplary K–12 humanities teachers. Humanities Texas presents annual statewide awards to encourage excellence in teaching and recognize Texas classroom teachers who have made exceptional contributions in teaching, curriculum development […]

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  • Katy ISD Art Students Raise $224,000 at Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Art Auction

    Katy ISD Art Students Raise $224,000 at Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Art Auction

    KATY [March 20, 2024] – Six exceptionally talented students from Katy Independent School District had their artwork advance to the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo (HLS&R) Art Auction, generating a total of $224,000. Among these talented students was Taoran Shi from Woodcreek Elementary, whose artwork titled “Roosters with Bandanas,” created under the guidance of art teacher Melanie Korte, claimed the Elementary Reserve Class Champion accolade. Notably, the artwork commanded one of the highest bids of the […]

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Paxton Sues San Antonio ISD for Employee Vaccine Mandate

Attorney General Ken Paxton

Attorney General Paxton has filed a lawsuit against the San Antonio Independent School District and Superintendent Pedro Martinez for mandating that all district employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19. This mandate violates Executive Order GA-39, which Governor Abbott implemented to prohibit governmental entities like San Antonio ISD from compelling individuals to be injected with a COVID-19 vaccine, regardless of whether the vaccine is fully approved or authorized for emergency use only. “The decision to openly […]

Pizza Lovers Rejoice! Marco’s Pizza Brings Its Melty, Saucy Goodness to Fulshear

Locally Owned Eatery Yearns to Satisfy the Community’s Cravings with its Delicious, Tasty Creations Marco’s Pizza will open its first location in Fulshear on September 15, serving only fresh, high-quality ingredients at 6520 FM 359 S. (the intersection of FM 359 and Rogers Rd.). Bringing Marco’s pizza-making prowess to Fulshear is the new owner and local resident Phil Lillquist. Lillquist was adopted from South Korea, and raised in rural Pennsylvania. Upon graduation from Penn State University, […]

Sens. Cruz, Toomey Outline Conditions for Dropping Objections to Biden Admin Nominees Related To Nord Stream 2

Senator Ted Cruz

‘These positions have been conveyed to the Biden administration in granular detail’ U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) today called on President Biden to impose sanctions on Nord Stream 2 AG, the company responsible for the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, pursuant to and as mandated by the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA). Sen. Cruz has committed to using all of his leverage and […]

Inprint presents Booker Prize finalist Ruth Ozeki reading from her new novel The Book of Form and Emptiness on September 27th

Inprint, Houston’s premier literary arts nonprofit organization, presents a livestream event with Booker Prize finalist Ruth Ozeki on Monday, September 27, 7 pm CT as part of the 2021/2022 Inprint Margarett Root Brown Reading Series. Ozeki will give a brief reading from her new novel The Book of Form and Emptiness, which has been named a most anticipated book of the fall by Time, Vulture, Lit Hub, The Millions, Publishers Weekly, and Bookpage. The program will also […]

Prayer Ceremony Held to Honor Our 9:11 Heroes

This prayer ceremony, conducted  today to honor the women and men that served our country and those that died at 9:11. From  left to right, pictured: American Legion Judge Advocate,  Ernie Cormier, American Legion, rtd, read his newly written dedication 9-11 poem Commander,  Lt. Col. Frank Torres, rtd., read John 15 verse 13 Commander, Col. Mike Mastrangelo, rtd. Commander, Col. Peyton Lumpkin, rtd. Commander, JAG, Col. Ken Burton, ret’d David Frishman Col. Ron Hudson, ret.

The Path of Hope: A Study on Climate Action for Faith Communities

Oct. 28 – Nov. 18, Thursdays at 6 p.m. central, online You are invited to join an online discussion series built around 15-minute videos featuring interviews with US faith leaders, representatives of climate-impacted communities from the global South, and presentations by UN officials and other experts. The videos walk viewers through four key climate policy issues that intersect with universal faith concerns for vulnerable and marginalized people. The series focuses on how climate change is […]

City Returning to Business As Usual Status Following Nicholas

The predicted path of Tropical Storm Nicholas at 10 a.m. Monday (Courtesy National Weather Service)

NOTE: This story will be updated as events warrant. By George Slaughter Mayor Bill Hastings said things in the City of Katy are returning back to normal following the arrival and passage of Hurricane Nicholas early Tuesday morning. “Together we have survived another weather event,” Hastings said in a statement. “We are thankful for minimal impacts from Tropical Storm-Hurricane Nicholas and will be moving forward today with business as usual.” Hastings said the city is […]

Asbestos Exposure Concerns Continue in Military Bases in Texas

Asbestos exposure continues to be a pressing concern in Texas, which is home to many military facilities, mainly belonging to the Air Force and the Army. Texas also has a long coastline along the Gulf of Mexico with several shipyards. Veterans employed in shipyard work, construction, insulation work, demolition of old buildings, manufacturing and installation of products such as roofing shingles, pipe coverings, ceiling, and floor tiles, were at high risk for repeated exposure to […]

7 Nasty Habits That Can Damage Teeth

Ask any dentist in Turkey, and they’ll tell you that no amount of brushing and flossing will save your teeth if you have bad dental habits. Everyone knows that eating lots of sugary snacks between meals is bad for teeth. But Turkey dental experts are also warning people to avoid certain habits, as they can lead to damage and the premature loss of teeth. Here are seven of the most damaging habits according to Premium […]

The Best Website Builders for Your Business in 2021

If you’re a blogger, artist, business owner, photographer, or writer, it is time to start considering the best website builder for you. Everyone needs their appealing website to showcase their talents, art, or business. However, not everyone is tech-savvy or rich enough to afford a developer for their website. You no longer need to pay much money to hire an expert developer to build your website from scratch. All you need to do now is […]