• Revised Price Structure for Online Business Directory Listings with The Katy News

    Revised Price Structure for Online Business Directory Listings with The Katy News

    Katy News owner and publisher Pat Wilson has announced a revised price structure to a business directory listing available to local businesses and service professionals on The Katy News website for up to two years. It’s very straight forward says Wilson: A business directory of basic business services or products will cost $50 for one year from the start of publication. A business director of basic business services or products will cost $75 for two […]

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  • Ben Rosado: A Handyman Whose Clients Trust Him to Get The Job Done Right

    Ben Rosado: A Handyman Whose Clients Trust Him to Get The Job Done Right

    For well over a decade, Katy homeowners have discovered that Ben Rosado is an outstanding example of a high-quality handyman who can help them plan and implement from simple repairs to more complex remodeling projects that allow them to restore quality of life in their homes within a range of budgets and a long history of customer satisfaction. A native of New York, Rosado pursued community college training in the carpentry profession right out of high school. […]

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  • At Katy’s The Dog Stop, Your Dogs Are Our Clients; You Are Our Customers

    At Katy’s The Dog Stop, Your Dogs Are Our Clients; You Are Our Customers

    From the moment that his new owners took him home from the rescue kennel over six years ago, Mickey has lived a life full of love. He’s a genuine sweetheart with children, a warm and friendly greeter to the service folks who visit, and a “rock-star” at Katy’s The Dog Stop where he is everyone’s friend. Mickey is called “the greatest love-dog we’ve had in 46 years” by his owners. When it comes to watching […]

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  • Katy News Launches a Bold Program Telling Your Real Story of Your Business

    Katy News Launches a Bold Program Telling Your Real Story of Your Business

    The Katy News owner and publisher Pat Wilson has announced a major new initiative for the website that will offer local and regional businesses an effective new way to tell consumers in their market arenas why their businesses are uniquely capable of helping them and to get that message out. “We have established a new feature of Business Profiles that offer companies a chance to explain the background and professionalism in a ‘news style’ report […]

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  • Sue West Personal Journey to Elite Personal Injury Attorney

    Sue West Personal Journey to Elite Personal Injury Attorney

    The West Law Office 738 S. Highway 6, Suite 180, Houston, TX 77079 281-347-3247 www.houstonpersonalinjury.law Sue West Personal Journey to Elite Personal Injury Attorney Sue West owner of the West Law Office, PLLC. did not follow a traditional, straight-line path on her journey to becoming a recognized and successful personal injury attorney. She has helped her clients obtain significant awards for financial damages imposed upon them wrongfully by others ranging from individuals to corporations. With […]

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Attorney General Ken Paxton Issues Statement on President Donald Trump’s First 100 Days in Office

AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following statement on President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office. “In his first 100 days, President Donald Trump has set the new standard for bold, effective leadership. He has secured our borders, reestablished our economic sovereignty, bolstered national security, restored the rule of law, reignited the American spirit, and written the first chapter in our new golden age,” said Attorney General Paxton. “Our nation is witnessing […]

DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO. PRESENTS BUG

Performance dates: May 16 – 31, 2025 HOUSTON, TX — Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. (DDTCo.) closes out its ninth season with Bug, the cult thriller by Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts. Co-directed by Malinda L. Beckham and Curtis Barber, this tense, award-winning play examines the terrifying power of belief and the psychological fallout of seclusion. ABOUT THE PLAY Agnes is a lonely waitress with a fondness for isolation. Peter is a Gulf War drifter. As an unexpected […]

Communities In Schools of Houston Highlights Mental Health Initiative During Mental Health Awareness Month in May

HOUSTON, TX, April 17,  2025 – Communities In Schools of Houston (CIS), a leading educational nonprofit, proudly joins the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month this May. This year’s national campaign, “In Every Story, There’s Strength,” highlights the power of personal stories to foster connection, understanding, and hope. NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI’s campaign […]

Senator Bettencourt’s SB 2206 to Boost R&D Tax Credit Passes Texas Senate 31-0

SB 2206 Makes Sure Texas’ Economy Keeps Pace with the Demands of the 21st Century (Austin, TX) — Today, the Texas Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 2206 by Senator Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston) on a bipartisan 31-0 vote. SB 2206 strengthens Texas’ commitment to research and development by increasing the R&D franchise tax credit from 5% up to 8.722% — and even higher to 10.903% for research conducted through public or private institutions of higher education. […]

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown Opens May 3 for the 2025 Season

Houston’s Largest Water Park Offers More Than 40 Slides and Attractions for Guests of All Ages Access high-res photos WHAT: With the blue pools filled with water, the colorful tubes fully inflated and the lifeguards in place, Houston’s largest water park, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown, is ready to welcome guests this Saturday, May 3 when it officially opens for the 2025 season. From pulse-pounding speed slides to gentler options for the little ones, Hurricane […]

Following Pressure from Sen. Cruz and Trump Administration, Mexico Begins Honoring 1944 Water Treaty

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued a statement following the Trump administration’s announcement of a deal with Mexico to secure shipments of water Mexico owes to the United States under the 1944 Water Treaty. Sen. Cruz said, “Mexico’s failures to uphold its water obligations have been devastating to Texas farmers and cities. I have been fighting for years to secure those deliveries, including by advancing sanctions legislation in the United States Senate and […]

DAV, RecruitMilitary® host Military Spouse Virtual Career Fair for Veterans

ERLANGER, KY. – DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and RecruitMilitary® will co-host the Military Spouse Virtual Veterans Career Fair, May 6 from 11:00am – 3:00pm Eastern. The event is free to veterans, their spouses, active duty military personnel and members of the National Guard and Reserve. More than 35 employers actively seeking the unique talents of America’s veterans will be on-site representing a range of industries, from construction to medical to administrative and logistics, with career opportunities from […]

Commissioner Buckingham Applauds the Success of the Matagorda County Vessel Turn-In Program

AUSTIN— Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., announced the results of the Matagorda County Vessel Turn-In Program (VTIP). During the free four-day vessel turn-in event April 9-12, 2025, Matagorda County residents relinquished 23 boats totaling over 411 linear feet and 5 gallons of fuel recovered. “As a former Gulf Coast resident, intentional stewardship and conservation of our beautiful Texas beaches has always been a personal priority of mine. Responsibly disposing of unwanted vessels improves the cleanliness […]

How PRINCE2 Helps You Manage Project Risks

Ever felt like project risks pop up just when you think everything’s under control? You’re not alone. Risks can shake up even the best-planned projects, whether budget surprises or shifting deadlines. That’s where the PRINCE2 Qualification steps in. It gives you a structured method to stay on top of uncertainty. One of its most practical tools is PRINCE2 Risk Management, which shows you how to deal with challenges before they spiral. Let’s explore how PRINCE2 […]

How to Use the GPT-Image-1APIwith CometAPI: A Comprehensive Guide 

The GPT-Image-1 API is a cutting-edge tool developed by OpenAI that enables developers and businesses to integrate advanced image generation capabilities into their applications. Leveraging the power of machine learning and artificial intelligence, GPT-Image-1 allows for the creation of high-quality images based on textual prompts, revolutionizing the way we approach content creation, design, and more. What is GPT-Image-1  Overview  GPT-Image-1 is part of OpenAI’s suite of APIs designed to facilitate the integration of AI-driven functionalities […]