AUSTIN – The Railroad Commission of Texas assessed $360,940 in fines involving 198 enforcement dockets against operators and businesses at the Commissioners’ conference this week. The Commission has primary oversight and enforcement of the state’s oil and gas industry and intrastate pipeline safety. Operators were assessed $114,576 after failing to appear at Commission enforcement proceedings. Details on these Master Default Orders can be found on the RRC website here. Operators were ordered to come into compliance with Commission […]
Katy Home Furnishings Retailer Accepting Donations for Holiday Food Drive
KATY, TX (November 13, 2018) – Katy’s Ashley HomeStore is accepting donations of nutritious, non-perishable foods November 23 through December 7 for those in Donations of canned goods can be dropped off at Ashley HomeStore, 19660 Restaurant Row, where they will be delivered to the Houston Food Bank for distribution to its network of nearly 600 hunger relief charities in 18 southeast Texas counties. Items most requested include canned vegetables, canned tomatoes, canned beans, canned fruits, […]
Join Houston Arboretum for Post-Holiday Fall Hawk Walk Nov. 24
WHAT: The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center offers a great way to counterbalance the Thanksgiving food fest with its Fall Hawk Walk on Nov. 24. Take a walk on the wild side of the Arboretum to engage with nature and its creatures just minutes from downtown. As guests wander along the trail, they will make stops along the way to meet hawks, owls, falcons and vultures. There will be photo opportunities, as well as a […]
Harris County Fire Marshal Encourages Heating Safety
Harris County – With temperatures across Harris County expected to dip below freezing, the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office encourages residents to practice heating safety. Heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths but can be prevented by following a few fire safety precautions. “We encourage all residents to test their smoke alarms and know two ways out of every space,” said Harris County Fire Marshal Laurie L. Christensen. “Smoke alarms are […]
Morrison Patrik “Mike” Kelly-11-9-18
Morrison Patrick “Mike” Kelly was called Home to heaven on Friday, November 9, 2018, leaving a far-reaching legacy. He is survived by his wife, Elaine Alvis Kelly, daughter, Jan Kelly Snow (husband Stuart R. Snow, Jr.), son, Kevin Kelly, and many grand kids and great grand kids. He is preceded in death by his son, Mark Kelly. A memorial honoring Mike’s life will be held Friday, November 16, 2018, at 3 pm at Cypress Bible […]
Houston Grand Opera Presents Transforming the Human Spirit through Song Featuring Members of the HGO Chorus and HGO Studio at Discovery Green Dec. 15
Holiday sing-along led by HGOco Music Director and Composer-in-Residence Damien Sneed What: Houston Grand Opera presents Transforming the Human Spirit through Song, a holiday sing-along and part of the Seeking the Human Spirit initiative. The holiday sing-along includes members of the HGO Chorus and members of the HGO Studio led by HGOco Music Director and Composer-in-Residence Damien Sneed at Discovery Green. The Dec. 15 event is free and open to the public. Transforming the Human […]
Crafting Enthusiasts Invited To Cinco Ranch Branch Library’s New Share Group
The new “Craft Club at Cinco Ranch” at Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will meet on Tuesday, December 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, in the Multi-purpose Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. Crafting enthusiasts can share tips, get ideas and inspiration, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow crafters at this new drop-in event! People of all experience levels – from beginners to advanced – who enjoy any type […]
Family caregivers save Texas billions of dollars
by Bob Jackson, AARP Texas November is National Caregivers Month, a good time to remember that caregiving affects us all in deeply personal ways. In the words of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter: “There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.” The typical family caregiver is a 49-year-old female taking care of […]
Social Security Specialist To Speak At Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Andrew Hardwick, a Metropolitan Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration, will present a program on “Social Security 101” on Monday, December 10, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., in the Meeting Room at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy. Hardwick will provide an overview of Social Security and the Medicare program. Learn how and when to apply; how early retirement affects one’s benefits; how to maximize one’s benefits; the differences between […]
Military Academy Night at Katy ISD
KATY [November 13, 2018] – Parents and students interested in learning about opportunities to be part of the United States armed forces are encouraged to attend the upcoming Katy ISD Legacy Parent Military Academies Night session. Attendees will learn about the admissions criteria as well as the required process and preparation to be considered a cadet. Academies represented are: United States Military Academy – West Point United States Naval Academy United States Air Force Academy United […]