By: Staff Editor KATY, TX — The Katy community has a busy weekend ahead, with family activities, local shopping, pet adoptions, outdoor entertainment, back-to-school assistance and live music taking place today, Saturday, August 8, and tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. The […]
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Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Event at Katy Vibes Sparks Questions, Education and a New Push for Community “Edutainment”
By: Katy Staff KATY, TX — A community safety event at Katy Vibes showed that important education does not always have to happen inside a classroom. Before the educational portion of the event began, guests enjoyed an afternoon of Music […]
How This Texas Teen Is Turning Insecurity into Purpose
Growing up, Taylor Yu grappled with ankyloglossia, a condition that affects speech ability and is otherwise known as tongue-tie. As a result, Taylor often felt like she didn’t have a voice or community that she belonged in. Speaking fluently was […]
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to Host Community Budget 101 Town Hall
Harris County, TX, August 7, 2026 – Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo will host an interactive community town hall on the budget process. Residents will have the chance to learn how the Harris County budget is developed, understand this year’s budget […]
Your Child Says School Is “Fine”—But Is It? 8 Back-to-School Behavior Changes Katy Parents Should Watch
by: Staff Editor KATY, TX — A new backpack, a different teacher and a packed school schedule can bring excitement—but they can also bring stress that children do not always know how to explain. When Katy-area students return to class, […]
DPS Calls on Texans to Help Keep Students Safe This School Year
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 […]
Katy Vibes, HCESD No. 48 & Willowfork ESD No. 2 Host Safety Event – Katy Texas
Join Katy Vibes, Harris County Emergency Services District No. 48 (HCESD 48) and Willowfork Fire Department ESD No. 2, on Thursday, August 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy lunch and drink specials, music bingo, trivia and karaoke—all with […]
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
Marketing My Business in Katy | Free Local Promotion
Marketing Your Business in Katy: A Free Local Way to Get Seen If you have ever searched, “How can I market my business in Katy?”, you already understand the challenge: paid advertising can be expensive, social media posts quickly disappear […]
Katy Weather Alert: Heat Advisory, 107° Heat Index and Possible Storms Saturday
Updated Saturday morning, August 1, 2026 KATY, TX — Dangerous heat will be the primary weather concern across Katy and surrounding communities Saturday, while a weak summer front could bring a few isolated showers or thunderstorms later in the day. […]
