Austin, TX – Celebrate Texas Archives Month by applying for free registration to the Society of American Archivists (SAA) workshop, Grant Proposal Writing. The Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) will host the in-person workshop at its headquarters in Austin on Nov. 8. With support from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC), the Texas Historical Records Advisory Board (THRAB) will provide free registration for the on-site course. Apply by Oct. 7 to […]
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Revised Price Structure for Online Business Directory Listings with The Katy News
Katy News owner and publisher Pat Wilson has announced a revised price structure to a business directory listing available to local businesses and service professionals on The Katy News website for up to two years. It’s very straight forward says Wilson: A business directory of basic business services or products will cost $50 for one year from the start of publication. A business director of basic business services or products will cost $75 for two […]
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Ben Rosado: A Handyman Whose Clients Trust Him to Get The Job Done Right
For well over a decade, Katy homeowners have discovered that Ben Rosado is an outstanding example of a high-quality handyman who can help them plan and implement from simple repairs to more complex remodeling projects that allow them to restore quality of life in their homes within a range of budgets and a long history of customer satisfaction. A native of New York, Rosado pursued community college training in the carpentry profession right out of high school. […]
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At Katy’s The Dog Stop, Your Dogs Are Our Clients; You Are Our Customers
From the moment that his new owners took him home from the rescue kennel over six years ago, Mickey has lived a life full of love. He’s a genuine sweetheart with children, a warm and friendly greeter to the service folks who visit, and a “rock-star” at Katy’s The Dog Stop where he is everyone’s friend. Mickey is called “the greatest love-dog we’ve had in 46 years” by his owners. When it comes to watching […]
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Katy News Launches a Bold Program Telling Your Real Story of Your Business
The Katy News owner and publisher Pat Wilson has announced a major new initiative for the website that will offer local and regional businesses an effective new way to tell consumers in their market arenas why their businesses are uniquely capable of helping them and to get that message out. “We have established a new feature of Business Profiles that offer companies a chance to explain the background and professionalism in a ‘news style’ report […]
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Sue West Personal Journey to Elite Personal Injury Attorney
The West Law Office 738 S. Highway 6, Suite 180, Houston, TX 77079 281-347-3247 www.houstonpersonalinjury.law Sue West Personal Journey to Elite Personal Injury Attorney Sue West owner of the West Law Office, PLLC. did not follow a traditional, straight-line path on her journey to becoming a recognized and successful personal injury attorney. She has helped her clients obtain significant awards for financial damages imposed upon them wrongfully by others ranging from individuals to corporations. With […]
Local Fencer Wins 8 Gold Medals in a Row, Ranked #1 in World
Samuel Imrek, 19 years old of Missouri City, TX, is ranked the World #1 Junior Epée fencer. He is also the youngest US epée fencer in history to reach the Top 10 in the Senior World rankings. Imrek will receive an award from the FIE, the world governing body of fencing, in November as the #1 Junior Fencer in the World based on his performance in the 2023-2024 fencing season. This culminates a series of […]
Unveiling Search Engines: An In-Depth Exploration of Their Functions
Discover how search engines operate, exploring algorithms, indexing, and ranking systems to better understand their role in delivering relevant search results. This article examines the crucial role of search engines in navigating online information, detailing their mechanisms such as crawling, indexing, and ranking. It discusses how they handle different content types, the importance of user intent, and challenges like spam and misinformation. Finally, it explores the future trends and technologies that could reshape search engines. […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease: What You Need to Know
Explore our comprehensive guide on Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease: symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Learn more about managing CMT effectively. Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) is a group of inherited disorders that affect the peripheral nerves, which are crucial for sending signals between the central nervous system and the rest of the body. Named after the doctors who first described the condition in the late 19th century—Jean-Martin Charcot, Pierre Marie, and Howard Henry Tooth—CMT encompasses various types of neuropathy, […]
Second annual Strawberry Jamboree set for Sept. 21 in Lake Jackson
Event will showcase best practices for growing strawberries in the region by Tim Schnettler The second annual Strawberry Jamboree will take place in Lake Jackson on Sept. 21 and will feature speakers and exhibitors as well as an opportunity to purchase strawberry plants. (Sam Craft/Texas A&M AgriLife) The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Brazoria County is hosting its second annual Strawberry Jamboree on Sept. 21 in Lake Jackson. The jamboree will take place at the Lake Jackson […]
Faithful Resilience: A Study on Climate Resilience for Faith Communities
Wednesdays, October 2 – November 6, 6 p.m., online Faithful Resilience is a six-part weekly study on climate resilience for faith communities. The climate crisis has arrived. Faith communities must not only react, but also prepare. Over the last decade, hurricanes have intensified, wildfires have burnt stronger, and heat waves have baked our cities. These events can only be expected to get worse in the next decades. Most of our faith communities are not ready […]
Drawdown Roadmap
Thursdays, October 17 – November 7, 6 p.m. central, online You may know that there are many possible solutions to combat climate change. But, how do we focus our efforts, create the most effective plan and really make a difference on climate before it’s too late? The Drawdown Roadmap is a science-based strategy for accelerating climate solutions, pointing to which climate actions governments, businesses, investors, philanthropists, community organizations, and others should prioritize to make the […]
Public Safety Commission Forms Selection Committee, Begins Process to Name New DPS Director
AUSTIN – Today, the Public Safety Commission (PSC) formally created a selection committee to assist in the process of naming a new Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director. Members of the PSC, including Chairman Steven P. Mach, Nelda L. Blair, Dan Hord III, Larry Long and Steve Stodghill all took part in the meeting, which took place at DPS Headquarters in Austin. “Selecting the right leader for an agency like the Texas Department of […]
Referral Window Open for Kindergarten Students for GT Screening
KATY, TX [September 6, 2024] – Parents of kindergarten students interested in having them screened for the District’s Challenge (Gifted and Talented, GT) program have until September 19 to complete the referral. The referral checklist may be accessed on My Katy. Katy ISD uses the Challenge program for elementary GT services. Kindergarten students receive 60 minutes per week of targeted instruction aimed at building students’ creativity and productive thinking skills. “Katy ISD is a community of learners, and our […]
Visual Artworks Inspired by Houston Grand Opera’s 2024-25 Season to Be Exhibited at Harrisburg Art Museum
Three Houston artists create murals in East End art space; also on view, works by students from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston What: A selection of artworks inspired by Houston Grand Opera’s new season will be on exhibit at the Harrisburg Art Museum from October 5, 2024 through May 31, 2025. Houstonians are invited to join the HGO team at the museum’s outdoor gallery space to view the works on October 5, 2025. […]