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Texas education professionals compete for $480,000 at H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards celebration in Houston Tompkins choir director receives $10,000 and $10,000 grant
H-E-B announced the statewide winners of the 2024 Excellence in Education Awards during a special dinner and ceremony at the Marriott Marquis, 1777 Walker in Houston on Sunday, May 5. more
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Additionally, Walmart managers honored over 62 store employees who had been at the store for more than 20 years, including three who had been there for over 30 years.
Walmart re-grand opening
The Walmart at 1313 N Fry Rd. in Katy held a “re-grand opening" on May 3 to show off its new format. more
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KCM partners with letter carriers in May 11th food drive
Katy Christian Ministries, based at 3506 Porter Road in Katy, has announced a “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive on May 11th in partnership with the United States Postal Service. more
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During the April 17th ribbon cutting for Casa Azul, Director of Business Development Saul Gauthier (left) and administrator Kara Garman (center) were presented with a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from the office of Troy Nehls, U.S. House of Representatives District 22 by Katy Area Chamber of Commerce Vice President/Business Development Stacy Jacobs. Caza Azul, located at 1480 Katy Flewellen Road in Katy at the site of the former Spanish Meadows, is a rehabilitation facility and nursing home specializing in respiratory therapy.
Casa Azul ribbon cutting
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Library hosts May 11th program for first time pet owners Are you thinking of adding a pet to your life? Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will host a program for first-time … more
A panel featuring (left to right) Houston Galveston Area Council CEO Chuck Wemple, CEO/Founder and President of The Signorelli Company Danny Signorelli, County Judge KP George, and Fort Bend County Engineer Stacy Slawinski explored future real estate developments in Fort Bend County during the judge’s April 30 “State of the County” event.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George delivers ‘State of the County’ address
Fort Bend County Judge KP George delivered the annual “State of the County” address to a packed audience at the Marriott Sugar Land Hotel on Tuesday, April 30. Hosted by the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce and the Central Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, the event also showcased participants from his esteemed Youth Leadership Program. more
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A proclamation recognizing the first week in May as “Teacher Appreciation Week” was read by City of Katy Mayor Dusty Thiele at Monday night’s school board work study meeting held at the Education Support Complex, 6301 S. Stadium Lane. From left to right: trustee Rebecca Fox, City of Katy Councilmember Rory Robertson, trustee Morgan Calhoun, board vice president Amy Thieme, Thiele, board president Victor Perez, KISD superintendent Ken Gregorski, board secretary Dawn Champagne, City of Katy Mayor Pro Tem Chris Harris, trustee Mary Ellen Cuzela and trustee Lance Redmon.
School board hears further budget updates, plans for renovations at Pattison Elementary
At Monday’s work-study meeting of the Katy ISD board of trustees, board members heard a scheduled budget update from district CFO Chris Smith, considered renovations to several facilities and heard a request for additional staffing. more
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Rebecca Fox (left) and Dawn Champagne celebrate their victories in the 2024 Katy ISD school board race at a watch party at Champagne’s home on Saturday, May 4.
Incumbents retain positions on Katy ISD school board
On Monday, May 6, Katy ISD released the unofficial results of the “unofficial” voting results for the May 2024 Katy ISD Board of Trustees Election. more
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Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office announces new comprehensive mobile app
In a press conference on April 29, the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office unveiled its innovative mobile application, poised to redefine the way residents interact with law enforcement and access critical resources within the community. more
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Commissioner Lesley Briones delivers progress toward flood resiliency for Cimarron residents Neighborhood severely impacted by Hurricane Harvey gets $13.5 million in infrastructure upgrades to mitigate flooding
Marking the next step in improving street drainage and reducing flood risk for Harris County residents, Commissioner Lesley Briones hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 1 to celebrate the completion of a $13.5 million drainage project in Cimarron subdivision. more
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Libraries support aspiring writers with special workshops in May
Fort Bend County Libraries will present a variety of programs, classes, and activities in May that encourage fledgling writers, or anyone who has ever wanted to write a novel, to take the plunge and pursue their dreams in a helpful, supportive environment. more
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Fort Bend Master Gardeners offer free class on growing plants Learn how to grow plants from cuttings, division and seeds in a free class offered May 4 by Fort Bend County Master Gardeners. The class … more
Waller County seeks feedback on hazard mitigation plan
Waller County officials are seeking public input as they update the Waller County Hazard Mitigation Plan. more
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Chase West, a Democrat who is running for Texas House District 132, meets with constituents at a candidate “meet and greet” at Fuzzy’s Pizza, 613 S. Mason Road on April 25.
Chase West, a Democrat who is running for Texas House District 132
Chase West, a Democrat who is running for Texas House District 132, meets with constituents at a candidate “meet and greet” at Fuzzy’s Pizza, 613 S. Mason Road on April 25. West listed his top priorities as universal health care and education. more
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Clay Road lanes
Clay Road widening project shows slow progress
Clay Road – a critical transportation artery serving Katy’s fast-growing quadrant west of the Grand Parkway and north of I-10 – is slowly showing signs of improvement. more
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Seven Lakes High School was awarded first place overall at the April 20th Chili Cook-off by the panel of judges, as well as being named the fan favorite, and the team also nabbed the honors for best decorated booth.
COPY 05022024 Caption for Chili cookoff winners photo
Seven Lakes High School was awarded first place overall at the April 20th Chili Cook-off by the panel of judges, as well as being named the fan favorite, and the team also nabbed the honors for best decorated booth. more
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Commissioner Lesley Briones celebrates $249,700,000 EPA solar grant Harris County will lead a coalition of Texas counties to expand affordable, reliable energy
In a watershed moment for Harris County, Commissioner Lesley Briones celebrated the award of the $249,700,000 Solar for All grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to Harris County and the Texas Solar for All Coalition (Texas Coalition) on April 22. more
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On April 17, Amazing Place dedicated its second campus, Amazing Place West, in Katy at 621 Circle deMatel. The facility will greatly expand its services in the greater Houston area to provide an evidence-based Day Program for those diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia, as well as sharing dementia expertise, education, and resources for family members and for those interested in brain health. Amazing Place leadership, volunteers and faith care partners present for the dedication included Tracey Brown, Suzanne Weatherall, Ramsey Howell, Steve Cumley, Vicki Keiser, Hal Sharp, Mike Pelton, Tres Cochran, Greg Funderburk and Alex Large. Three sacred symbols- a handmade gold-leaf dove, cross and heart- were laid into the foundation and blessed by Alex Large of Church of the Holy Apostles. The new campus, slated to open in Spring 2025, will include an 18,933 square foot facility with an art studio, library, courtyard, family conference and activity rooms, a non-denominational chapel and covered community lawn with a pavilion. For more information, go to amazingplacehouston.org.
Amazing Place dedication photo
Fort Bend County showcases preparedness at READY FORT BEND expo on April 27th
Come out to the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds on April 27 to gain knowledge on weather hazards and learn what to do in order to be prepared. more
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Master Gardeners invite you to tour Demonstration Gardens
Gardeners often learn best by getting ideas from other gardeners. more
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