Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori by Dr. Lori Verderame Spring cleaning has its drawbacks and its advantages. The drawbacks are obvious… nobody really likes to clean. Once the task is complete, the advantages to spring cleaning include additional storage […]
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Supplemental Insurance: Helping Families Prepare for the Expenses Health Insurance May Not Cover
By Hortense Manbauman, Senior Account Executive, Combined Insurance Most people understand the importance of having health insurance. We depend on it to help pay for doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, procedures, and other medical services. But what many individuals and […]
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A Path to Impact: Discover Katy ISD’s KEYS Mentoring Program
Friday, September 25, 2026 Community members, prospective and current mentors invited to attend (Katy, Texas) – The path to making a difference in a student’s life can start with a simple connection. Katy ISD Partners in Education will host the […]
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Bo’s Place Brings Free Grief Support to Katy, Opening New Location in Time for National Grief Awareness Day
Bo’s Place, a non-profit, free-of-charge bereavement center, is expanding its free grief support services westward with a new location in Katy, offering families in Katy and the surrounding communities a closer place to turn when they are grieving the death […]
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Katy-Area First Responders Begin Autism Awareness Training at Willowfork Fire Department ESD2
Willowfork Fire Department Launches Autism Awareness Training By The Katy News Staff KATY, Texas (July 21, 2026) — Katy-area firefighters and public safety professionals participated Tuesday in Willowfork Fire Department’s inaugural Autism Awareness Training for First Responders, a new initiative […]
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After the Storm: Is Your Security System Still Protecting You? – ioT Security
After the Storm: Is Your Security System Still Protecting You? Don’t Let Winter Weather Compromise Your Safety. For Service Call: 346-531-1340 or email: service@iotsecurityes.com The recent winter storm has left more than just snow in its wake—it may have […]
Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls Votes to Advance T&I Committee Budget Reconciliation Proposal
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) released the following statement after voting “YES” to pass the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s budget reconciliation proposal: “The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee did its part to deliver on President Trump’s agenda,” said […]
Top Jobs in the Field of Developmental Disabilities: From Direct Support to Program Coordination
Working with adults with developmental disabilities is more than just a career — it’s a vital and deeply rewarding profession. Every day, professionals in this field make a real difference, helping individuals achieve greater independence, build meaningful relationships, and engage […]
Sen. Bettencourt’s SB 2722 Passes Texas Senate to Rein in on Toll Fund Diversions
21-8 vote ensures toll funds are spent on roads and emergency services, not non-transportation projects AUSTIN TX — The Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 2722 by Senator Paul Bettencourt (R- Houston) in a 21-8-2 vote, refocusing how excess toll road […]
Fort Bend County Fair Fair Queen Contest Entries Open Now
Are you ready to lead, inspire, and represent your community? The Fort Bend County Fair is now accepting applications for the 2025 Fair Queen Scholarship Contest—and we’re looking for confident, community-minded young women to take center stage! This exciting opportunity […]
Harmony Public Schools CCMO wins Top 50 Marketer Award
HOUSTON – John Boyd, Chief Communications & Marketing Officer for Harmony Public Schools, has been recognized with the esteemed OnCon Icon Top 50 Marketer Award for excellence in the field of marketing. The OnCon Icon Awards celebrate outstanding achievements of top organizations and […]
Massage Establishment In Huffman, Texas, Closed For Suspected Human Trafficking
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has issued a six-month emergency closure order effective April 22 that closes a massage establishment in Huffman for suspected human trafficking. John Chyr d/b/a 1&1 Foot Massage, 11101 FM 1960, Suite […]
Texas Parks and Wildlife Earns VETS Indexes Recognized Employer Award for 2025
AUSTIN— In acknowledgment of its dedicated work to employ and retain veterans, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received the Recognized Employer Award in the 2025 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. This award highlights the organization’s strong commitment to recruiting, hiring, […]
TWC Celebrates National Apprenticeship Day
AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) joins in celebrating April 30 as National Apprenticeship Day. The nationwide event highlights the significant growth of apprenticeship programs through recent years and showcases how they are developing a highly skilled workforce to strengthen our economy. “TWC’s ApprenticeshipTexas effort helps employers address critical hiring needs and add […]
STATEMENT FROM TEXAS AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER SID MILLER
CELEBRATING THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S DECISION TO DROP CRIMINAL CHARGES AGAINST THE MAUDE FAMILY “The U.S. Department of Justice’s choice to dismiss the criminal charges against Charles and Heather Maude is a long-awaited action that highlights the damage caused by the […]
