HOUSTON, Texas (April 11, 2024) – Over 120 enthusiastic Girl Scouts from the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) earned the coveted “Discover Aviation Patch” at the Lone Star Flight Museum on Saturday, March 23. Several successful women aviation leaders spoke to the girls during a luncheon seminar about their career experiences, insights, and advice. Speakers included Shelly deZevallos, GSSJC board member and recognized aviation thought leader and licensed pilot with 30 years of experience in the aviation and airport industry, and Autumn “Pepper” Rhodes, former Girl […]
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Former Katy ISD Board Member’s Academic Equity Advocates Website Re-Launches Aggressive Agenda
By George Scott This story constitutes paid advertising on The Katy News Website https://academicequityadvocates.com Here’s the first week’s story agenda and brief description for the relaunch of Academic Equity Advocates (AEA). THE STORY LINE UP: Monday, April 15 through Friday April 19 AEA Mission Described Explaining the Reform Objectives & Specific Support That We Can Give Parents in Becoming More Effective Advocates for Their Children The relaunch begins by supporting the notion that the […]
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Former Katy ISD Board Member Advocates Judicial Takeover of Texas Education Agency
By George Scott This story constitutes paid advertising on The Katy News Website https://academicequityadvocates.com With the relaunch of the Academic Equity Advocates website, our new focus is ‘laser guided’ on five specific objectives: Issue a direct plea to civil rights attorneys and groups to organize and launch a federal lawsuit seeking at least a two-year judicial takeover of the Texas Education Agency regarding the TEA’s student testing and accountability systems. Abolish the STAAR testing […]
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CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WITH FREE ACTIVITIES AT LACENTERRA AT CINCO RANCH
Guests to enjoy live music, crafts, giveaways and more during the celebration KATY, Texas., (April. 10, 2024)—LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, an outdoor lifestyle shopping center, is gearing up to host an Earth Day celebration, free and open to the public, on Friday, April 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Heritage Square. “We are incredibly fortunate to have LaCenterra tenants, local businesses, and municipalities participating in our Earth Day celebration this year, helping spread awareness […]
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Miller Career & Technology Center SkillsUSA Teams Advance to National Competition
KATY, TX [April 10, 2024] – Following a rigorous four-day state tournament held in Corpus Christi last weekend, the outstanding efforts of six Katy ISD students were rewarded with first place honors, securing their participation in the 2024 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. These exceptional students have dedicated themselves since the start of the school year to refine their skills, and they are excited to proudly represent Katy ISD on a national stage at the upcoming […]
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Katy ISD Robotics Teams Display Ingenuity and Spirit at State Competition
KATY, TX [April 9, 2024] – The atmosphere was buzzing at the UIL State Robotics Competition held over the weekend, where 86 teams from across the state converged to showcase their ingenuity, technical ability, and teamwork. The competition, consisting of two FIRST Robotics Tournaments – the Apollo Tournament and the Mercury Tournament, witnessed extraordinary displays of innovation from all who participated. Cinco Ranch High School emerged triumphant in the Apollo Tournament, demonstrating exceptional engineering and teamwork […]
Master Gardeners invite you to tour Demonstration Gardens
Gardeners often learn best by getting ideas from other gardeners. Fort Bend County Master Gardeners invite you to take a look at what they’re growing in their Demonstration Gardens, either by self-guided tours on Wednesday morning garden workdays (all year), or by guided group tours in the spring and fall. For self-guided tours, you can grab a map at the entrance to the Herb Garden behind the Bud O’Shieles Community Center (see below) and walk […]
Cool Comfort: How Blinds Can Help Save on Energy Bills in Summer
As the summer months approach, many prepare for the sweltering heat by turning on their ACs. However, this can increase energy bills. A simple solution can help keep your home cool and save on energy costs: blinds. These often-overlooked window coverings are crucial in regulating temperature and blocking the sun’s intense rays. In this article, we’ll explore how blinds can contribute to cool comfort during the summer. The Role of Blinds in Cooling Your Home […]
Catfish Stocking Begins at Neighborhood Fishin’ Lakes
AUSTIN – Spring has arrived and that means catfish angling is back at Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Neighborhood Fishin’ lakes across the state. The program gives friends and families the opportunity to reel in catfish close to home and participate in the Texas traditions of outdoor recreation. On April 12, TPWD will resume stocking thousands of catfish at 18 Neighborhood Fishin’ lakes, including five in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, four in the Houston area, […]
HCAD Encourages Homeowners to Take Advantage of Homestead Exemptions
Houston —The Harris Central Appraisal District is encouraging homeowners to make sure they have the homestead exemptions they are entitled to. “One of the easiest ways a homeowner can lower their property tax bill is to file a homestead exemption and apply for any other exemption they might be eligible for,” said Roland Altinger, chief appraiser. “The state tax code mandates certain exemptions and many jurisdictions offer optional or additional percentage exemptions.” A homestead is generally […]
Harmony School of Innovation – Sugar Land Students Advance to Nationals in Technology Student Association Competition
[SUGAR LAND] – 12 Harmony School of Innovation – Sugar Land students are heading to nationals in the Technology Student Association (TSA) competitions. The organization hosts a series of competitions that allow students to explore STEM careers and apply technology skills in challenging and innovative ways. More than 200 schools across the state participated in the event last week in Fort Worth. Out of the 53 HSI-SL students who competed, 33 finished in the Top 10 of 11 […]
ICYMI: Sen. Cruz Blasts Schumer Plan to End Mayorkas Impeachment Proceedings Without Trial
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on The Constitution, joined Senate Republican colleagues for a press conference criticizing Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s plan to unconstitutionally end impeachment proceedings on U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas without a trial in the Senate. During the press conference, Sen. Cruz said, “Under the Constitution, the responsibilities of the Senate are simple and straightforward – they […]
Comptroller Glenn Hegar Distributes $1 Billion in Monthly Sales Tax Revenue to Local Governments
(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.03 billion in local sales tax allocations for April, 5.5 percent more than in April 2023. These allocations are based on sales made in February by businesses that report tax monthly. LOCAL SALES TAX ALLOCATIONS (April 2024) Recipient April 2024 Allocations Change from April 2023 Year-to-date Change Cities $647.0M ↑5.2% ↑1.8% Transit Systems $220.8M ↑4.8% ↑1.5% Counties […]
Not every runny nose is an allergy
By Mengwei Ni, M.D., Allergy, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic – Fort Bend Medical & Diagnostic Center It’s allergy time in Texas, but not every runny nose is due to an allergy. Nor is it necessarily the common cold, or even COVID-19. It may be nonallergic rhinitis causing chronic sneezing, congestion, or a runny nose. Understanding the differences between these conditions is important for treatment[1]. Nonallergic rhinitis, sometimes called vasomotor rhinitis, doesn’t involve our immune system reacting to an allergen. […]
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar Delivers Grants to Boost Law Enforcement Salaries, Hiring in Smaller Communities
(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said his office delivered nearly $126 million in financial assistance to rural law enforcement and prosecutor offices as part of a grant program that is addressing challenges faced by these groups in counties with small populations. “About 500 rural law enforcement and prosecutor offices applied to our office for this critical grant money, which allows sheriffs, constables and district and county attorneys to raise salaries and, in some cases, make new hires,” […]