• 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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  • Former Katy ISD Board Member Advocates Judicial Takeover of Texas Education Agency

    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 

    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

    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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Applications Being Accepted for Bird City Texas Program

Audubon Texas and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), partners in the Bird City Texas program (BCT), are now accepting applications from communities that wish to receive Bird City Texas certification.  Now in its fourth year, the program recognizes the contributions that communities make to improve nature in and around where people live, work and play. “All communities, big and small, are eligible to participate” says Richard Heilbrun, TPWD Urban Wildlife Program Leader. “Bird […]

AG Paxton Files Amicus Brief Defending Privacy and Safety of Boys, Girls Using Sex-Segregated Restrooms in Public Schools

AG Ken Paxton

AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton filed an Indiana-led amicus brief with the Chicago-based U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit defending the privacy and safety of boys and girls using sex-segregated restrooms in public schools. In this case, a federal district court barred a school district from requiring school restrooms separated by sex, concluding that the separation violated federal statutes and the U.S. Constitution. The school district appealed, and Attorney General Paxton filed his brief […]

AG Paxton Asks U.S. Supreme Court to Get Biden Admin Out of State Militia Business 

AG Ken Paxton

AUSTIN – Attorney General Paxton joined a Mississippi-led multistate amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of the Ohio National Guard and against Biden’s Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), which has sought to over-regulate the Guard. The lower courts struck both Ohio and the U.S. Constitution a blow when they ruled in favor of the federal government, allowing the FLRA to meddle in a collective bargaining agreement between the Guard and a labor union. […]

Bayou City Art Festival Welcomes New Board of Director Members

HOUSTON (June 22, 2022) - The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to producing the Bayou City Art Festival, announced the addition of Sydney Dao and Obes Nwabara to its Board of Directors.   “With Sydney Dao and Obes Nwabara’s expertise in their industry, I am excited to welcome them as new members of the Art Colony Association Board of Directors. They will make great advocates for our 50th-anniversary celebration and art education programs while helping […]

Fort Bend County Fair 2022 Entertainment Lineup

The Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo has released the 2022 entertainment lineup. Eight musical acts will be in concert, providing crowd-pleasing entertainment throughout the fair’s run. From September 23 to October 2, artists representing the Texas Music scene, Traditional Country, and Latin Music will be taking the stage. “Our fair’s entertainment lineup brings great artists who will deliver a good time. We are ready to have a full fair, with family fun, and enjoy […]

Help Keep Your Kids Safe Around Fireworks

  By Kara Carter, M.D., Pediatrician, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic – Katy  Independence Day is just around the corner, and celebrating with fireworks is a much-anticipated tradition. The sparkle in the night sky coupled with the music that accompanies most displays is a delight for the eyes and heart of any patriotic American.   While it may be easy for individuals to purchase fireworks in the weeks before Independence Day, I recommend that families and individuals leave these […]

Northwest Alliance Ministries Serves Nearly 600 Families at Food Give-away

HOUSTON— On Saturday, June 18, Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) provided food for nearly 600 families at its community food give-away.  More than 60 volunteers showed up to assist with the drive-thru distribution which began at 8 a.m. and was open to the public on a first come, first served basis. Each family received about 90 lbs. of fresh produce.  With inflation causing the costs of even the most basic needs such as food to sky-rocket, […]

Galveston Island State Park Reopens June 27 After Beachside Renovations

GALVESTON— Galveston Island State Park is reopening the beachside of the park on June 27 after completing a major redevelopment project which began in the summer of 2019. The Galveston Island State Park Beach Redevelopment project was brought to fruition thanks to $10.6 million in Deepwater Horizon Natural Resources Damage Assessment (NRDA) Phase III Early Restoration funds from the Texas Trustees.  “The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is very excited to be able to reopen such […]

Soulmate Sketch Reviews – Is it A Legit Drawing? Must Read

Soulmate Sketch Reviews (Updated) – Does Master Wang’s Soulmate Sketch Drawing Really Work? Is it a real program? WARNING! Don’t Order Until You Read This Review! Official Website: Click Here Product Name Soulmate Sketch Category Drawing Program Overall Ratings Main Benefits Helps people in finding their true love. Product Form Online Program Price $5 Money-back Guarantee YES Availability Only through the official website Official Website Click Here What is Soulmate Sketch Drawing? A soulmate is […]

Ho’oponopono Certification Course Reviews

Ho’oponopono Certification Course Reviews – Ho’oponopono Certification Course is a certified course that helps you overcome limiting beliefs quickly and easily. Read on to discover more exciting benefits about it! Official Website: Click Here Product Name Ho’oponopono Certification Course Product Author Dr. Joe Vitale & Mathew Dixon Category Practitioner Program Overall Rating Language English Product Form Online Program Price $39 Bonus Available Money-back Guarantee 60 Availability Only through the official website Official Website Click Here […]