Researching African-American family histories may present special challenges for the genealogical researcher. Fort Bend County Libraries’ Genealogy and Local History Department will present a special program, “Family-History Research: Beginning African-American Genealogy,” on Tuesday, February 25, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm, in […]
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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 […]
Katy ISD Honors Nelson Family for Decades of Service, Dedicates Junior High on Land Once Owned by Nelson Family
KATY, TX [February 3, 2025] – In a poignant ceremony, hundreds of Katy ISD leaders, teachers, staff, students and community members gathered to dedicate Nelson Junior High School (NJH) and pay homage to the Nelson family for their service to the […]
Harris County Pets is Offering Low-Cost Spay and Neuter Events During National Observances in February
Events will offer spay and neuter surgeries for $40 per pet! HOUSTON – Harris County Pets Resource Center (HCP), the open-admission animal shelter for unincorporated Harris County, will offer at least 10 low-cost spay and neuter opportunities throughout February in observance of Spay and Neuter […]
Four Houston-Area Harmony Campuses Named ‘State School of Character’
In total, Harmony now has 54 State School of Character campuses and 20 National School of Character campuses. [HOUSTON] — Four more schools from Harmony Public Schools Houston Districts have been named official Texas “State Schools of Character” this week for their outstanding efforts […]
Financial Crimes Intelligence Center Prevents More Than $273 Million In Monetary Losses In Its First Three Years
FCIC Operational Results, Calendar Years 2022 – 2024 2022 2023 2024 Total, 2022-2024 Total amount of loss prevented or recovered $48,493,324 $123,026,504 $102,331,871 $273,848,699 Credit cards, credit card numbers recovered 1,629 3,945 14,854 20,428 Skimmers recovered 396 228 344 […]
$25,000 Reward Offered in Cypress Triple Murder and Arson Case; New Surveillance Video Released
Houston, TX – The Harris County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the FBI Houston and Crime Stoppers of Houston, announces a reward up to $25,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of those responsible for the tragic murder and […]
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour Arrives in Austin, Benefits Texas State Parks
AUSTIN – The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour is back in Austin March 22 at the historic Paramount Theatre. This is the 18th year that Whole Earth Provision Co. has hosted the tour in Austin and the 14th year that Texas […]
Backyard gardeners learn about fruit trees
By FBMG Fort Bend County Master Gardeners Arti Bansal and Angela Chan spoke to about 75 people Saturday morning in Rosenberg about “Fruit Trees” that are good candidates to grow and other considerations to ensure better success. Bansal of Richmond told […]
Roderick C. Lopez: A PI Attorney with the Results to Match His Reputation
Personal injury claims can be complex. That is why selecting the right attorney is essential. One such attorney whose name stands out is Roderick C. Lopez, a personal injury attorney who will truly fight for your rights. Lopez has become […]
Navigating the Online Casino Landscape: A Guide for Fort Bend County Residents
Online casinos have grown significantly in popularity across the United States, attracting a diverse audience seeking both entertainment and convenience. In Fort Bend County, discussions about internet-based gambling often revolve around questions of legality, accessibility, and responsible gaming. While Texans […]
