In an age of endless scrolling, changing algorithms, and crowded digital advertising, many local businesses are rediscovering something that has always mattered — community connection. Across Katy and West Houston, businesses are shifting their focus back toward community-based marketing strategies […]
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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 […]
How Schools Must Change Before AI Changes Everything
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world at a pace faster than most educational systems can adapt. While industries are rapidly integrating AI into healthcare, business, engineering, communication, and entertainment, many schools still rely on outdated teaching methods designed for a […]
UH Engineers Develop New mRNA Technology to Dramatically Boost Immune Response to Vaccines
A New Approach to Cancer Vaccination Yields More Powerful T Cells Immune-remodeling mRNA Boosts Anti-tumor Immunity and, in Some Cases, Helps Eliminate Tumors Engineers from the University of Houston, MIT and Harvard have developed a new mRNA-based strategy that dramatically […]
229 iSchool High Seniors Earn More Than $7 Million in Scholarships During College Decision Day Celebration
HOUSTON, Texas – Students from Houston-area iSchool High campuses came together earlier this month to celebrate their futures during College Decision Day, marking an exciting milestone for the Class of 2026. Seniors from iSchool High – Creekside, Atascocita, University Park, and The Woodlands proudly announced their postsecondary […]
How AI Will Impact Future Generations — And the Skills They Need to Develop
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept confined to science fiction. It is already reshaping industries, education, healthcare, communication, and daily life. Future generations will grow up in a world where AI systems are embedded into nearly every aspect […]
Katy Local Becomes Overnight Internet Sensation Because of Her Name: “Jodwighta”
A woman from Katy has suddenly become one of the internet’s newest viral personalities after social media users discovered her unforgettable name: “Jodwighta.” The viral moment began after a clip started circulating online featuring the Katy native explaining how she […]
Service Rooted in Dr. Shri Sachindada Dharmadhikari’s Vision Flourishes in Texas!
On May 17th ,2026, Texas State residents joined hands as dedicated volunteers of the global non-profit organization Dr. Shri. Nanasaheb Dharmadhikari Pratishthan (DSNDP), undertaking an Adopt-A-Highway cleanup drive in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation at FM 361/FM 1994 […]
Newborns and childhood literacy are celebrated during Children’s Book Week at Fort Bend County Libraries
Keeping with its commitment to provide free and beneficial services to Fort Bend County residents, including supporting early childhood literacy, Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will continue its tradition of celebrating newborns with a free book bag during the system’s […]
NEVER FORGOTTEN: Portraits of Missing Persons AIMS TO REUNITE FAMILIES THROUGH AGE-PROGRESSION FORENSIC ARTWORK
Houston, Texas — May 19, 2026 — Texas Center for the Missing (TCM) in partnership with Houston Police Department (HPD) Forensic Artists and Sabine Street Studios, is proud to announce NEVER FORGOTTEN: Portraits of Missing Persons, a compelling new art exhibition showcasing […]
CenterPoint Energy activates Emergency Operations Center as it continues monitoring and preparing for potential impacts of severe thunderstorms across the Greater Houston area
To help keep its customers and communities safe ahead of the next weather system, CenterPoint is actively monitoring evolving weather conditions, preparing frontline workers to respond to potential impacts on system and closely coordinating with local officials The potential for […]
