GALVESTON, Texas (Aug. 13, 2024) – This Labor Day Weekend, Galveston Island’s skies will light up with fireworks and hundreds of drones. Make the most of the long weekend with a trip to the island, take in the displays and explore […]
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KATY SIP N STROLL LIGHTS UP THE NIGHT NOVEMBER 7 WITH “LET’S GLOW!”
32nd Edition Brings Neon Nights, Incredible Sips, Culinary Delights and Community Spirit KATY, Texas (September 10, 2026) – Get ready to glow! Katy’s favorite food and wine event returns Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 6–9 p.m. as Katy Sip N […]
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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 […]
The Virani Distinguished School Leader Award Grants $20,000 in Recognition of Exemplary School Leaders in Greater Houston
Dr. Asha and Farid Virani, in partnership with Teach For America Houston, announce the 2024 Winners of the inaugural Virani Distinguished School Leader Award (Houston, Texas – Aug. 13, 2024) – Dr. Asha and Farid Virani and Teach For America Houston […]
The Periwinkle Foundation presents annual Iron Bartender competition Thursday, Sept. 12 at Lyric Market in downtown Houston
Raises funds for programs supporting pediatric cancer patients at Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center WHAT: The Periwinkle Foundation presents Houston’s premier bartender competition featuring signature cocktails by celebrated bartenders at restaurants and bars across the city. Each bartender presented a signature […]
Harmony Public Schools Offers Free & Reduced-Price Meals to Eligible Students
HOUSTON—Harmony Public Schools announced its policy today for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the attached current income eligibility guidelines. Each school/site or the Central Office has a copy of the policy, which anyone may review on […]
Two Disaster Recovery Centers in Fort Bend Reopen August 13
AUSTIN – Two Disaster Recovery Centers in Fort Bend County will reopen at 8 a.m. on Aug. 13 and will temporarily close on Aug. 18 at 6 p.m. Center locations: Public Transportation Facility 3737 Bamore Rd. Rosenberg, TX 77471 William B. […]
GLOBAL WINES AND LONE STAR VIBES SET TO TAKE CENTER STAGE AT 38TH ANNUAL GRAPEFEST® – A TEXAS WINE EXPERIENCE
The four-day festival takes place September 12, 13, 14 and 15 in Grapevine, Texas. GRAPEVINE, TEXAS (August 12, 2024) – Grapevine is proud to announce the 38th Annual GrapeFest- A Texas Wine Experience presented by Bank of the West will be all about […]
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Galveston County August 13
AUSTIN — FEMA is opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Galveston County August 13 to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl. Center location: Galveston Historic Water & Electric Light Community Center 715 30th St. Galveston, TX 77550 The […]
Home for the Holidays Gift Market “Katy Community Expo”
(generally attended by 10,000 over the weekend, lots to cover) Who: Presented by the Katy community for the Katy community, the ultimate “give and receive” collaboration between a town and its residents. Sponsors: Shottenkirk Nissan Katy, American Furniture Warehouse, Katy […]
How to Make Your Own DIY Pillow Cover at Home
Creating your own pillow cover at home can be a fun and rewarding project. Whether you’re looking to refresh your living space, add a personal touch to your decor, or make a custom cover for a dakimakura (body pillow), this […]
Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame Accepting Nominations Through Nov. 1
ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame committee is seeking nominations for next year’s induction into the hall of fame. Nominees can be either individuals or organizations who’ve made important contributions to fishing in Texas. Applications are being accepted through […]
