All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries, which includes the Cinco Ranch Branch Library and the Mission Bend Branch Library, will be closed Thursday through Sunday, November 23 through 26, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular library hours will resume on Monday, November 27. […]
Katy News
RETAIL SALES & LOGISTICS KICK OFF HOLIDAY HIRING SEASON
Record-setting hiring in September revised higher, momentum carries over into October (HOUSTON, TX) Houston-area retailers and related warehousing and transportation firms, otherwise known as the Trade, Transportation, and Utilities sector, added 6,300 workers to their payrolls last month as the […]
Freight Farms Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Marks a Milestone in Sustainable Agriculture Collaboration between Boys & Girls Club of Greater Houston and Houston Food Bank
Houston, November 17, 2023 — The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Houston, in partnership with the Houston Food Bank, is delighted to announce the official unveiling of the innovative Freight Farms initiative. This exciting venture is set to revolutionize sustainable […]
Galveston to Bring Washed Ashore Sculptures back to the Island
Five larger than life creations crafted from plastic waste to be on display from Dec. 15 through March 31. GALVESTON ISLAND, Texas (Nov. 14, 2023) – Back by popular demand, Oregon-based non-profit Washed Ashore and the Park Board have partnered to […]
Not Just Your Regular Holiday Blues – Diabetes and Depression Often Seen Together
By Sarah Khan, M.D., Endocrinology, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic – Katy As the holidays approach, and the season’s expectations and demands draw near, it is not uncommon for some, especially older adults, to catch a case of the “holiday blues.” But it’s […]
Anita Sabedra Team Hope Walk Saturday, November 18th
The Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s (HDSA) Greater Houston Area Affiliate will be hosting the Anita Sabedra Team Hope Walk – Houston, TX, on Saturday, November 18th at 7:30 AM, at Middlebrook Greenbelt Park, 16203 Dunmoor Drive, Houston, TX 77059. It […]
Katy ISD’s Financial Services Earns Excellence Award in Financial Reporting
KATY, TX [November 14, 2023] – The Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD) financial services team recently received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for […]
Texas Veterans Commission is Accepting Applications from Veteran-Serving Organizations for Grant Funding
AUSTIN, TX – The application period is open for the Texas Veterans Commission’s (TVC) Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grant program. An estimated total of $30 million in grant funding is available. These grants are awarded to nonprofit organizations and local government […]
Safe Dining Makes for a Happier and Healthier Holiday Season
Don’t Let Food Poisoning Spoil Your Family Time HOUSTON – As the holiday season approaches, Harris County Public Health would like to remind families that foodborne illnesses can spoil any occasion. Holiday traditions revolve around family time and delicious meals. Still, […]
Community Celebration honoring U.S. Veterans
Members of the Katy Texas Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosted a community celebration honoring U.S. veterans on Saturday, November 11th. Featured speakers included U.S. Congressman Troy Nehls, Fulshear Mayor Aaron Groff and Valerie James […]
