• 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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H-GAC Recognizes Houston Parks Board’s Greens Bayou Greenway Connection

Houston Parks Board honored for innovative approach to parks planning and implementation along Greens Bayou Greenway Houston Parks Board is pleased to announce a key connection along Greens Bayou Greenway was selected for recognition in the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) annual Parks and Natural Areas Award Program. H-GAC established the Parks and Natural Areas awards program in 2006 to highlight best practices and innovative approaches to parks planning and implementation. H-GAC honors projects in the […]

Valentine’s Day is Coming – If you Love it, Click It!

More Reckless Driving During Pandemic Valentine’s Day is a good time to show your love by making sure that before you start your vehicle, all passengers — big and small — are always buckled up correctly. This is even more important this year during the pandemic when there is more reckless driving on our roadways and an increase in unbuckled fatalities.  Taking those few seconds to buckle your children into their car seats, and making […]

Do You Know the Third Most Spoken Language in Texas?

Senator John Cornyn

by U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas Sometimes I have some fun stumping my colleagues in Congress with Texas trivia. Do you know the third most spoken language in Texas? Most quickly count out English and Spanish on their fingers, but they always scratch their heads at number three. The answer won’t come as a surprise to Houstonians who have stopped for pho on Bellaire Boulevard, or those who have visited the annual Children’s Mid-Autumn Festival […]

DPS Recognizes Lifesaving Actions, Awards Purple Heart

The Texas Public Safety Commission (PSC) along with Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director Steven McCraw presented one Purple Heart and eight Lifesaving Awards to members of the Texas Highway Patrol at the PSC meeting on Thursday, Feb. 11, at the DPS Headquarters in Austin. “The Texas Highway Patrol has highly-trained, outstanding men and women who embody the DPS motto of courtesy, service, protection, while doing extraordinary things on a daily basis,” McCraw said. “I’m proud to recognize […]

Harris County Appraisal District Reports Results of Property Value Study

The Harris County Appraisal District has received the results of the Texas Comptroller’s 2019 Property Value Study, which provides an unbiased review of the district’s appraisal performance. “The study is the only truly independent measurement of how accurate and fair HCAD’s work is, and I’m pleased to report that the appraisal district passed with very good marks,” said Roland Altinger, chief appraiser.   The study found that overall, the district achieved a median level of […]

HCAD Offers Virtual Business Personal Property Rendition Help

The Harris County Appraisal District (HCAD) has begun the process of mailing personal property rendition forms to businesses known to have been operating in Harris County during 2020. The appraisal district will continue offering its free workshop sessions to help business owners complete the required personal property rendition forms before the April 15 filing deadline.  This year the district will conduct eight online workshops with individual sessions starting March 10.  Registration is now open at www.hcad.org > Online […]

Igloo And NASCAR Welcome The 2021 Season With Special-Edition Playmate Coolers

Today, Igloo and NASCAR® announced the debut of five NASCAR-branded Playmate coolers. Featuring custom artwork inspired by drivers, cars and Daytona International Speedway — launching with the DAYTONA 500 and the start of the 2021 season — this special-edition Playmate series licensed by NASCAR is available on February 14 at igloocoolers.com/nascar. “Teaming up with NASCAR has been the ride of a lifetime,” said Brian Garofalow, Chief Marketing Officer at Igloo. “Seeing thousands of our coolers used at […]

Moonshot Compost Moves To New, Larger Location

Principal Chris Wood receives industry certification as a TRUE advisor Moonshot Compost, a company specializing in food waste diversion, has relocated to new, larger headquarters in the Houston Heights at 1001 West 18th Street, Houston, 77008. The move allows for growth and expansion as Moonshot Compost brings on additional commercial and resident clients who want more sustainable solutions to dealing with kitchen food waste. Previously, the company was located in downtown Houston. The new headquarters, […]

State Rep Mike Schofield Would Freeze Seniors’ Property Taxes

State Rep. Mike Schofield (photo courtesy Mike Schofield)

State Representative Mike Schofield of Katy announced today he has filed a bill to freeze all property taxes for homeowners over 65 years old. The bill will ensure that a senior citizen’s residential property taxes will never increase for as long as they own the home. Schofield explained that when a homeowner turns 65, the portion of their property taxes going to school districts is frozen while the rest of the property taxes continue to […]

Sen. Cruz: Democrats Want a Week of Political Theater

Senator Ted Cruz

Slams Democrats’ second doomed impeachment on Fox News’ Hannity & America’s Newsroom With the Democrats’ doomed impeachment trial underway in the Senate, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) this week appeared on Fox News’ ‘Hannity’ and ‘America’s Newsroom’ to discuss what Americans can expect from the trial and the threat China continues to pose to the United States. Excerpts are below. WATCH: Cruz on Fox After Impeachment Day One: The Democrats’ Week of Political Theater Will End in Failure […]