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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Institute for Spirituality and Health And The Henderson-Wessendorff Foundation Celebrate Long-Term Partnership And Name Stuart Nelson as First Endowed Chair
HOUSTON, Texas (April 28, 2025) – A transformative legacy gift of $2,000,000 from The Henderson-Wessendorff Foundation in 2024 has established the first endowed chair in the history of the Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center (the Institute). Stuart Nelson, president and […]
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Acquires First New East Texas Wildlife Management Area in Nearly Two Decades
AUSTIN — For the first time in almost two decades, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has added a new Wildlife Management Area (WMA) to its East Texas inventory. The property, comprising approximately 6,900 acres in Anderson County, will […]
Lone Star Flight Museum To Host Inaugural Clay Shoot Tournament Thursday, May 8, 2025
WHO: Lone Star Flight Museum (LSFM) will host its first Clay Shoot Tournament this spring to support the mission of the museum to inspire future generations in STEM and aviation! Event Co-Chairs Steve Biegel and Robert Wagnon encourage teams of four and […]
Galveston College Nursing Programs Prepare Students For Rewarding Healthcare Careers
2025 Summer and Fall Semesters Application Deadline Extended to May 9 GALVESTON, Texas (April 28, 2025) – Galveston College is accepting applications for its nursing programs now through May 9 for the 2025 Summer and Fall Semesters. Galveston College offers nursing […]
Katy Chapter of AARP will meet on May 13th
The Katy Chapter of AARP will meet Tuesday, May 13th, at Midway BBQ, 6191 Highway Blvd., in Katy. The meeting will begin at 6:30 P.M. Afterwards entertainment will be provided by The Larry Glass Band that play a mix of […]
