• Academic Equity Advocates Gives You Tools & Advice to Become Effective Academic Advocates for Your Children; We Will Help You Level the Playing Field

    Academic Equity Advocates Gives You Tools & Advice to Become Effective Academic Advocates for Your Children; We Will Help You Level the Playing Field

    By George Scott * 281-818-7872 Project Director, Academic Equity Advocates * ghscott2050@aol.com http://www.academicequityadvocates.com Let’s take the YES part of the answer because the State’s and the Texas Education Agency’s three decades of compromising the integrity of its student testing and accountability systems means this: The State’s failure to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth about its ethically deprived and historical academic deception and grade-level-corruption in performance standards affects most parents […]

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  • Katy ISD Participates in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27  

    Katy ISD Participates in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27   

    KATY, TX [April 19, 2024] – The Katy ISD Police Department is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for the biannual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Scheduled for Saturday, April 27, this event offers the community a safe and convenient opportunity to dispose hazardous, expired, unused, or unwanted medications. We kindly remind participants not to include needles or sharp objects, and to ensure that liquids are presented in their original prescribed containers. “We extend […]

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  • American Furniture Warehouse Funds Katy ISD Teacher Grants

    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 […]

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  • Katy ISD School Board Election Voting Information

    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 […]

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  • Seven Lakes High School Boys Soccer Clinches State Championship

    Seven Lakes High School Boys Soccer Clinches State Championship

    KATY, TX [April 16, 2024] –Seven Lakes High School etched their name into the history books over the weekend, winning the boys’ soccer 6A State Championship, solidifying their status as a dominant force in Texas high school sports with a second consecutive state title. The thrilling victory showcased the talent, dedication, and teamwork of the Spartans’ soccer program, filling their school community with immense pride. In an electrifying match on Saturday, the Seven Lakes High School […]

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Impact of National Insurance increase on UK small businesses

It was announced on September 8th that a rise in National Insurance contributions will be implemented in April 2022. The increase is due to the need for further investment in health and social care, in the wake of the pandemic to clear NHS treatment backlogs. Prime Minister Boris Johnson claimed that around 9 million NHS treatments could be funded by the government’s proposed investment but did not reveal any specific targets. With many small businesses […]

Council Adopts 2021-22 City Budget, Tax Rate

By George Slaughter The Katy City Council Monday adopted a $34.5 million city budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year, and kept its property tax rate the same in doing so. The budget reflects a $576,353, or 1.7%, increase from last year. The largest portion of the budget, public safety, comprises the budget for the police, fire, and animal control departments. Overall, those three departments will have an increased budget of $1.5 million, or 8.4%, from […]

Katy Boardwalk District Development Team Adds Retail Leasing Team, Architecture Firm

By George Slaughter The Katy Boardwalk Project development team has added two new partners as the project continues to evolve. One new partner, the Colliers Retail Team, will manage the project’s tenant leasing activities. The other, Method Architecture, will re-imagine the mixed use and retail site plan. The goal is to better maximize the appeal of the nature-inspired lake to showcase the region’s native trees, flora and wildlife. The Colliers team of Wade Greene, Kimberly […]

Fort Bend County Man Charged with Murdering His Mother

Kenneth Ray McMayon (Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office photo)

By George Slaughter A Fort Bend County man is in jail after being charged with murdering his mother. Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported homicide Sunday morning in the 2500 block of FM 360 in Rosenberg. There, they discovered Jeanette Owens McMayon, 81, had died of an assault that occurred in her home. Deputies investigated, interviewed witnesses, and conducted a search at the home. They arrested and charged her son, Kenneth Ray McMayon, 50, with […]

How To Make Sure Your Roof Is of Good Quality

The roof of your home is one of the essential parts. It protects you from wind, rain, snow, and other elements that can cause damage to your home. You need to make sure that it is in good condition, so you are not making a costly mistake when something goes wrong. Here are some ways to make sure your roof is of good quality. Hire a Reputable Roofing Company The first thing to do is […]

Can You Afford A Home In Costa Rica? Find Out Here

Many people live in Costa Rica and enjoy the country’s wonderful climate, friendly people, variety of wildlife, and great beaches. But what about its home prices? Is it possible to afford a Costa Rica home? Here are some tips on how to find out if you can afford this beautiful Central American nation. Consider their laws and regulations You first need to check Costa Rica’s laws. Costa Rica has a number of distinctive features, including […]

The Importance Of Memorial Stones For Celebrating Your Loved One

Losing a family member is one of the most painful things that will happen in your life. It becomes difficult to function, and you may wonder what to do now. It is easy to honor your loved one and help with the pain, even if it’s only for a moment. With a stone, you have a memorial for them that lasts forever, and it will remain in the family forever, and it is a beautiful […]

7 Simple Steps To Follow After Being Involved In A Car Accident

  Most people have the misconception that if they are involved in a car accident, they should just call their insurance company and be done with it. This is not true. When you’re involved in an accident, there are some things you need to do immediately following the incident. If not, then you could find yourself stuck with serious legal consequences or even worse! Here are seven steps to follow after being involved in a […]

How Does Cloud-Based Salesforce Integration Work

Salesforce is an effective CRM tool that can transform your organization when you integrate LMS into it. You can cater to user demands by training your staff to create innovative services or products. Salesforce LMS not only improves sales operations but also increases customer satisfaction. As a cloud-based system, the integration of Salesforce with LMS allows you to access resources from anywhere at any time. How LMS Integrates with Salesforce Salesforce and LMS can be […]

Looking for the best online casino Canada? You’re at the right place!

Canadian casinos online have become quite popular recently, and there are many new players entering the industry. Here is a list of all the top sites and what they offer. Guide to the Best New Casino Sites for Canadian Players Each day, there are new Canadian Casinos coming up and it’s difficult to keep track of them all. If you gamble on a regular basis, you need to stay updated with the latest promo offers, […]