10-year anniversary ushers in a new era with expanded gaming, a resort casino vision and continued investment in economic and community opportunity Livingston, Texas – The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas and Naskila Casino today marked its next phase of growth with the groundbreaking of […]
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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 […]
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Katy Fence Company Continues Serving Katy and Greater Houston with Quality Fence and Gate Solutions
Katy, TX (1/17/2026) – Katy Fence Company, a locally owned and operated fencing contractor recognized by many residents as one of the best fence companies in Katy, continues serving homeowners and businesses throughout Katy, Cinco Ranch, Cypress, and the Greater […]
Why Beef Prices Keep Climbing — And What It Could Mean for Katy Families
KATY, Texas — Residents shopping for burgers, steaks, brisket, and other beef products may have noticed a growing trend at grocery stores and restaurants: prices continue to rise. Industry analysts say the increase is being driven by a combination of […]
Dana Massey Named New Fire Chief for the City of Katy
KATY, Texas — The City of Katy has entered a new chapter in its public safety leadership with the appointment of Dana Massey as Fire Chief, marking a historic milestone for the department and the community she has served for […]
UPDATE!!! Endangered Missing Persons Alert—CANCELLED—FOUND SAFE. Texas Center for the Missing has issued a Houston Regional ENDANGERED MISSING PERSONS Alert ACTIVATION
Texas Center for the Missing has issued a Houston Regional Endangered Missing Persons Alert on behalf of the Houston Police Department for 23-year-old Devin Brock. He was last seen Friday, 06/19/2026, at approximately 1:40 AM, on foot in the 4900 […]
From Bentonville to Katy: What the Walmart Museum Can Teach Our Growing Community
By: The Katy News BENTONVILLE, Ark. — A visit to the Walmart Museum in Bentonville offers more than a look at the history of one of the world’s largest retailers. It provides valuable lessons about community, entrepreneurship, innovation, and growth—lessons […]
What Katy’s Historic Rice Farming Heritage Has in Common with the Daisy Airgun Museum
By The Katy News ROGERS, Ark. — During a recent visit to the Daisy Airgun Museum in Rogers, Arkansas, one thing became clear: communities that preserve their history often create a stronger sense of identity for future generations. At first […]
Woman Killed After Tesla Crashes Through Katy-Area Home; Driver Injured, Authorities Say
KATY, Texas — An elderly woman was killed and the driver of a Tesla was injured after a vehicle crashed through a home in the Katy area, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. The crash occurred in a residential […]
Members of Royal ISD Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston serve as player escorts for opening game of FIFA World Cup
Houston – Two members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston’s Royal ISD Club at 2500 Durkin Rd. in Pattison had the opportunity to serve as player escorts for the June 14 opening game of the FIFA World […]
Parent Says Royal ISD Delays Cost Children Access to Special Education Grants
by Juhi Varma Pattison — Jessica Ervin, a former Royal ISD Behavior Specialist and mother of three, spoke during public comment at the June 15 Royal ISD board meeting. She described what she called repeated failures by the district to provide […]
YMCA of Greater Houston Opens Doors as Cooling Centers During Record-Breaking Heat Waves Locations will provide air-conditioned relief during operating hours from June 19 to 21
As extreme heat continues to impact the region, the YMCA of Greater Houston is opening its doors to help and serving as cooling centers at YMCA locations across the city. From Friday, June 19 to Sunday, June 21, during operating hours, all YMCA of […]
