Typhoon Texas Hosts Star-Spangled July 4 Celebration; City of Katy Fireworks Highlights “Red, White & Boom” Celebration KATY, TX (June 30, 2025) – As it celebrates ten seasons of summer fun, Typhoon Texas is inviting families to make a splash this Independence Day at its annual Red, White & Boom event — a full day of patriotic entertainment, festive activities and one of the area’s most anticipated fireworks displays. The July 4 celebration features something […]
June, 2025
Fireworks are Not for Pets
Protect your furry family members during the Fourth of July celebration HOUSTON – With the Fourth of July fast approaching, Harris County Pets (HCP), a division of Harris County Public Health, is reminding all pet owners to take extra precautions to keep their pets safe and calm during holiday festivities. Fireworks, unfamiliar guests, loud gatherings, and outdoor barbecues may be fun for people—but they can be stressful and even dangerous for pets. “Fireworks may be exciting […]
Community Park Cleanup Scheduled for July 12th
Jason Shanley, is a member of Boy Scout Troop 209. During a recent geocaching trip with his family, they visited the Fry Road Municipal District Park (near Fry and Saums roads in Katy) and were concerned by its neglected condition. The park has loose power lines, overgrown vegetation, broken walkways, damaged fencing and trash cans, poor lighting, and significant litter. Attached are photos that show the extent of the disrepair. Parks are meant for recreation […]
Attorney General Ken Paxton Appoints William Peterson as Solicitor General and Congratulates Aaron Nielson on His New Position
AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following statement welcoming William Peterson, who will begin serving as the tenth Solicitor General of Texas next month, and congratulating Aaron Nielson, who will become a tenured professor at the University of Texas School of Law upon finishing his time as Solicitor General. “Will is one of the most accomplished lawyers in the United States, and I am confident he will do a fantastic job as Texas’s […]
Katy Chapter of AARP Meets July 8th
The Katy Chapter of AARP will meet at 6:30 P.M. on Tuesday, July 8th, at Midway BBQ, 6191 Highway Blvd., in Katy. Following a short meeting, we will be entertained by Tanya Curry. Tanya plays a mix of Classic Country and Rock and Roll <19dhorne54@gmail.com. Visitors are welcome. Please allow time to purchase any food prior to the meeting.
Texas A&M Courtney Cares leads the way in equine-assisted services
Program builds momentum with strong support, promising collaborations and new institutional home For children, veterans and adults facing physical or emotional challenges, healing can begin through new connections with caregivers and horses. The Courtney Grimshaw Equine Assisted Services Initiative, known as Courtney Cares, offers equine-assisted services designed to address a wide range of physical, cognitive, emotional and social needs. The program lives within the Texas A&M Institute for Equine Sciences, a part of Texas A&M AgriLife Research, the state’s premier […]
TDLR Assesses $381,400 Administrative Penalty and Issues Notice of Alleged Violation to Jubilee at Texas Parkway, a Senior Living Complex Where Residents Have Been Stranded for Two Months
AUSTIN — The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation has issued a Notice of Alleged Violation (NOAV) and assessed an administrative penalty of $381,400 to the Jubilee at Texas Parkway, a senior living complex in Missouri City, for operating outside of the standards and codes required for elevators in Texas. According to media reports, residents of the upper floors of the complex have been unable to leave their rooms since early May because the elevators are inoperable. […]
Top Fentanyl Overdose Symptoms and How to Help
Learn the top fentanyl overdose symptoms that show somebody needs urgent medical intervention and what you should do to help. Identifying the most common fentanyl overdose symptoms is the first crucial step in preventing death. Fentanyl and other potent opioids can be fatal in a matter of minutes, making immediate medical attention key to saving lives. Waiting for emergency services to administer life-saving treatment may not be sufficient when you witness an opioid overdose. That’s […]
Statement from Commissioner Lesley Briones on the Appointment of Judge Ashley Mayes Guice to Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 12
“Congratulations to Judge Ashley Mayes Guice on her unanimous appointment by the Harris County Commissioners Court as the new Presiding Judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 12. Judge Guice is a dedicated public servant with a wealth of experience, having served as a prosecutor, public defender, criminal defense attorney and as a former judge of the Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 3. Her diverse legal background makes her uniquely qualified for […]
Scheiner receives national award for impact in viticulture
Award recognizes leadership in bridging science with real-world impact across Texas’ growing wine industry For turning research into results for Texas’ emerging wine industry, Justin Scheiner, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service viticulture specialist and associate professor in the Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences, Bryan-College Station, was honored with the American Society for Enology and Viticulture, ASEV, Extension Distinction Award. The award is among the nation’s top honors for extension contributions to the grape and wine industry. Justin […]