AUSTIN – As students head back to the classroom, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds all Texans to exercise heightened caution and adhere to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year. This […]
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FutureU Monthly Newsletter: August
FutureU is Harris County Public Library’s College and Career service that guides teens and adults on their path to a better future through college preparation, career guidance and self-discovery. FUTURE U August Newsletter
Promote Katy Business Events for Free on The Katy News App
Local restaurants and businesses often struggle to reach residents because social media posts get buried and paid advertising can be expensive. The Katy News offers a free local solution: claim your business in The Katy News Business Directory, post your […]
Commissioner Lesley Briones Advances Public Safety with Competitive Pay for Law Enforcement Agencies
Historic pay parity investment cuts law enforcement agencies’ turnover in half HARRIS COUNTY, TX (July 31, 2026) – Commissioner Lesley Briones and Harris County law enforcement leaders celebrated new data showing the landmark pay parity investment approved by Commissioners Court in […]
William “Bill” Kyser’s Legacy Lives on as Katy ISD Dedicates North Transportation Center
KATY, TX – Katy ISD leaders, elected officials, transportation employees, community members and the Kyser family gathered July 28 to dedicate the William “Bill” Kyser North Transportation Center, honoring a man whose multidecade service transformed student transportation and left a […]
Virtual Author Talks at Fort Bend County Libraries will explore genuine legacies and a faux murder mystery
A couple of legacies and a mystery will be the topics of discussion and exploration during Fort Bend County Libraries’ upcoming Virtual Author Talks, so register today for your chance to hear the dialogue. The August lineup includes talks by […]
A Multi-Faith Call for a Just & Prosperous Future for All
August 23, 2 p.m., online Calling people of all faith & spiritual traditions to come together to speak for justice. We will learn about & take action on economic dignity, healthcare for all, racial justice, peacebuilding, climate justice, a clean […]
The Hobby Center For The Performing Arts Offers Bogo Tickets To 21 Shows During Houston Theater Week 2026
Houston, TX – The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts will include 21 shows as part of Houston Theater Week 2026. The fifth annual Houston Theater Week, which offers exclusive discounts for performances in the 2026-2027 season, will kick off Aug. 24-30, 2026. The week-long […]
Maud Marks Library Volunteer Fair
Explore the many adventures that come with volunteering in your community! Join us at the Maud Marks Library on Saturday, August 1, from 10 AM to 12 PM for our annual volunteer fair. Organizations in need of help will be here to […]
Goats return to Houston Arboretum to “mow” the Ravine area starting Tuesday, August 4
Public is welcome to come and view the goats from GoatScaping LLC as they work HOUSTON, July 22, 2026 – Vegetation-eating goats will return to Houston Arboretum & Nature Center from August 4-11 to clear understory brush and vegetation in the […]
