What: Commissioner Lesley Briones is hosting a series of free, family-friendly Spring Break events at community centers across Precinct 4. Families can enjoy interactive activities, educational programs, and outdoor fun designed to engage children of all ages. Commissioner Briones […]
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Paetow High School Student Scores Navy ROTC Scholarship & Officer Commission
KATY, TX [March 7, 2025] – Among her class’s top 5% of students, Paetow High School senior Elizabeth Thornton was among this year’s recipients for the Navy ROTC Scholarship, making history as part of the first cohort of students to ever […]
Katy ISD To Close for Spring Break, March 10-14
KATY, TX [March 7, 2025] – Katy ISD schools and offices will be closed for Spring Break, from March 10-14. Students and staff will return on Monday, March 17. Click this link to view the Katy ISD Instructional Calendar for the 2024-2025 […]
DPS Increases Enforcement for Spring Break, St. Patrick’s Day
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will increase patrols on roads beginning this weekend to ensure motorists drive responsibly this spring break and St. Patrick’s Day. March 8 through March 17, the Texas Highway Patrol (THP) will […]
Regents Select Glenn Hegar as Sole Finalist to be Chancellor
HOUSTON, Texas — The Texas A&M University System’s Board of Regents on Friday selected Comptroller Glenn Hegar ’93 as the sole finalist to be chancellor of The Texas A&M University System. Hegar, a Republican, has served in the Texas House […]
TSLAC Awards Research Fellowship in Texas History
Austin, TX – The Texas Library and Archives Foundation (TxLAF) is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2025 Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) Research Fellowship in Texas History. The fellowship’s stipend of $2,000 has been awarded to […]
Harris County Judge’s Office Announces Free Measles Vaccine Drive Throughout the County
Harris County, TX, March 6, 2025 – Harris County Public Health, Legacy Health Systems, and Texas Children’s Hospital will offer free measles vaccines this weekend to ensure community members are protected against the highly contagious disease. While there are no confirmed cases […]
Cornyn Meets Houstonian & Honorary Secret Service Agent DJ Daniel
‘DJ is an inspiration to us all and a great example of resilience.’ ‘DJ, you are amazing, and I know you will be a fantastic Secret Service Agent.’ WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) today met Houstonian and 13-year-old […]
As daylight saving time begins, CenterPoint Energy reminds customers to spring into action and perform vital safety tasks and energy efficiency measures
CenterPoint encourages customers to change batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors and prepare for warmer temperatures and longer days Houston – March 7, 2025 – Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 9, and CenterPoint Energy is reminding customers to […]
Looney Named Child Advocate of the Year
Vickie Looney was named Child Advocate of the Year for 2024 at Child Advocates of Fort Bend’s Annual Volunteer Celebration on February 27, 2025 at Safari Texas Ranch. The event was attended by nearly 200 volunteers, community partners and staff. […]
