Big Blue Marble Academy Cinco Ranch’s students will be hosting a fundraiser for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation on Friday, July 11 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. The community is invited to enjoy refreshing lemonade, purchase handmade bracelets and other fun goodies – all while helping young learners make a difference in the fight against childhood cancer. The event is entirely student led — with young learners making the promotional posters and bracelets to sell. At the event, […]
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Crash Games Are Bringing a Fresh Wave to Katy’s Online Casino Scene
Online gaming in Katy and Fort Bend County is changing. And no game represents this shift better than the rising popularity of crash games. So let’s take a closer look at what crash games are and why they are taking off in communities like Katy. These high-speed and adrenaline-pumping games are gaining the attention of both casual and seasoned players. They offer a different kind of risk-reward thrill than traditional experiences. With their simple design […]
Commissioner Lesley Briones Partners with Harris County Public Library to Host Free STEM Event
Commissioner Lesley Briones, in partnership with the Harris County Public Library and the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation, invites families to visit the Curiosity Cruiser as it tours Harris County Precinct 4. The Curiosity Cruiser is a state-of-the-art mobile library fleet that provides children with access to books and exciting educational programs. As a former teacher and mother of three young daughters, Commissioner Briones understands the importance of access to free and engaging educational opportunities. […]
Library System Seeks Entries for Library-Card Design Contest
In conjunction with the Summer Reading Challenge and National Library Card Sign-Up Month, Fort Bend County Libraries is hosting a Library-Card Design Contest! Library users can showcase their creativity by designing a unique library card for the library system. Winning designs will be featured as official, limited-edition library cards available for Library Card Sign-Up Month in September. Winning designs will be selected from three different categories: Children (ages 0 to 12 years), Teens (ages 13-17), […]
Typhoon Texas Hosts Star-Spangled July 4 Celebration;
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Katy ISD Board Member Earns Master Trustee Distinction
KATY, TX [June 26, 2025] – Modeling a commitment to lifelong learning, Katy ISD Board Secretary Dawn Champagne has earned the Master Trustee distinction from the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), for completing this year’s Leadership TASB program. The Master Trustee honor is TASB’s highest designation available to Texas school board members. Board President Lance Redmon and Vice-President Rebecca Fox are also Master Trustees. “Our entire district benefits from Board members who dedicate themselves to […]
3 tips to pick out a sweet watermelon
A ripe, juicy watermelon can be a mouthwatering snack on a hot summer day Looking for the perfect summer snack? A ripe, sweet watermelon is hard to beat — if you know how to pick a good one. This season, Texas watermelons are high quality and prices are lower for shoppers. So now is a great time to enjoy this refreshing, healthy fruit. An expert shares how watermelon sweetness is measured and how to spot the best one […]