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This crushed SUV is evidence of just one violation found at the Katy Scrap Metal Facility. Katy’s code of ordinances does not allow any facility, industrial or otherwise, to crush vehicles within city limits. Violations such as this and improper permitting through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality led the city to issue an order to the metal recycling center to cease operations no later than March 10.
City of Katy orders scrap metal business to cease operations
The city of Katy’s administration announced during a Feb. 25 special Katy City Council meeting that it has ordered Katy Scrap Metal to shut down due to multiple code violations observed on the … more
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Leyendecker Landing will be located at what was formerly called the Pitts Road Detention Pond project in the northeast corner of the intersection of Morton and Pitts roads on the north side of Katy. The naming of the new facility is in honor of David Leyendecker, the city of Katy’s engineer for more than 40 years.
City council announces naming of parks facility honoring Leyendecker
During a special Feb. 25 Katy City Council meeting, some familiar faces joined the current sitting council to honor late City Engineer David Leyendecker. Former mayors Don Elder, Skip Conner, Fabol … more
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BVSCU staff present Schmalz Elementary School Principal Charlotte Gilder (third from left) with a check for $500 to support the recovery of the school’s music program after burst pipes caused damage to the campus the week of Feb. 14.
BVSCU supports Smalz music department after burst pipes cause water damage
Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union has donated $500 to the music department at Schmalz Elementary School located on Barker Cypress Road between Morton and Clay Roads. Due to the sub-freezing … more
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Franchisee Paul Alfonso (khaki pants) and his team participate in the ground-breaking ceremony for Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux in the northeast corner of the intersection of I-10 and The Grand Parkway in Katy on Friday, Feb. 26.
Walk-On’s breaks ground near Katy Asian Town
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux broke ground Friday at 11 a.m. at 23213 Grand Circle Blvd. in Katy, near Katy Asian Town at the intersection of I-10 and The Grand Parkway. This is the … more
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More than a dozen Katy ISD campuses have been recognized for their excellence in providing opportunities for all students to achieve success.
17 KISD schools recognized for achievement in learning
Katy Independent School District is focused on closing the achievement gap and helping all its students reach academic success.  To recognize those efforts, 18 Katy ISD schools now proudly … more
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The allegedly mishandled euthanizing of this long-haired tabby cat is what Katy Animal Control Officer Chelsea Gerber said prompted her to make her second attempt to file a formal complaint with Katy Police Chief Noe Diaz regarding improper practices at Animal Control. Gerber said the cat was in pain and having seizures for hours prior to a proper dose of lethal drugs being given to the cat.
Whistleblower alleges misconduct by Katy Animal Control Staff
Part-time Katy Animal Control Officer Chelsea Gerber has come forward with allegations against her coworkers, Animal Control Supervisor David Brown and fellow officer Spencer Antinoro. Gerber alleges … more
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Katy area resident Larry Zammit submitted this photo of his living room after a pipe burst in the crawl-space above the family’s lounging area. Homes in Texas, including Katy, are designed to shed heat and keep in cool air-conditioned air, so plumbing is often not insulated sufficiently to protect against severe winter weather.
Freeze overwhelms plumbing companies, depletes repair supplies
As Winter Storm Uri bore down on the Katy area, one thing many homes were unprepared for is the cold weather’s impact on plumbing. Pipes in Texas homes are often placed in crawl spaces designed … more
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Katy ISD Police Department Officers Timothy Loya (center) and Jose Perez (right) are sworn in by KISD Police Chief Henry Gaw at the district’s Feb. 22 trustee meeting.
Katy ISD swears in new officers, addresses bond management and campus maintenance at Feb. 22 meeting
Katy ISD swore in two new KISD Police Department officers, examined budget issues and took action to manage the district’s bond debt in multiple ways at its Feb. 22 meeting. The board also … more
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Harris County, meteorologist Jeff Lindner with the Harris County Flood Control District posted these photos to social media after receiving them from water services company, Inframark, showing water plant infrastructure that had been damaged due to the cold. Some of these pieces of hardware were wrapped and insulated but were still seriously damaged because of the extreme cold.
GALLERY: Katy area sees unprecedented winter weather from Uri
Winter storm Uri bore down on the Katy area last week leaving overnight temperatures in the teens in the region. The unprecedented cold hit the rest of the state as well, causing the state’s … more
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Royal High School and RISD's other campuses will reopen Tuesday. Katy ISD will be mostly-open with two exceptions. See the story below for additional information.
UPDATED: Katy and Royal ISDs set to reopen Tuesday
Both Katy and Royal ISDs have announced that in-person and virtual classes will resume Tuesday under the same COVID-19 protocols as before Winter Storm Uri shut down the Katy area last … more
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Part of the HCSO Mental Health and Jail Diversion program is intensified de-escalation and training for deputies – both regular street deputies and MHJD deputies – as well as command staff to participate in increased mental health and de-escalation trainings such as the one shown here in this picture. For more information, readers are encouraged to visit www.theharriscenter.org.
HCSO Mental Health and Jail Deferment Division works to support residents in crisis
Harris County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Jose Gomez says he’s proud to be one of the first officers in the Harris County Mental Health and Jail Diversion Program, a program that works to … more
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Katy High School will be one of multiple grab-and-go lunch pickup sites Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. See the article below for a full list of school lunch sites.
Katy/Royal ISDs to be fully virtual for students Monday, Feb. 22
Katy ISD and neighboring Royal ISD have both announced changes to their Monday, Feb. 22 schedules. The announcements come as both districts work to assess and repair campuses after Winter Storm Uri … more
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After complaints from Katy area residents, State Representative Mike Schofield has filed a bill preventing homeowners associations from regulating religious displays on residents’ property. He has also filed a bill that attempts to prevent property taxes from being raised for homeowners in the state 64 and older.
Schofield files bills to shore up homeowner protections, announces staff
State Representative Mike Schofield, R–Katy, has filed two bills that look to assist homeowners’ rights. The first, HB 1705 would freeze property taxes for homeowners 65 years of age and … more
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A Harris County Emergency Services District 48 fire truck sprays water onto the fire at Midway BBQ early Saturday morning. Katy Fire Department was assisted by HCESD 48, Willow Fork Fire Department and Waller-Harris ESD 200.
UPDATED: Katy’s beloved Midway BBQ falls victim to structure fire
A press release from Katy Fire Marshal Greg Peterson confirmed Saturday that Midway BBQ at 6025 Highway Boulevard in downtown Katy had seen heavy damage after responding to a call there. Nine Katy … more
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Katy Christian Ministries was impacted by the cold snap along with the rest of the community. However, while the resail stores were temporarily closed, social services and crisis intervention workers continued to work throughout the unusual cold for the area and the nonprofit is working on ramping back up to full services as soon as possible.
Katy Christian Ministries reopening as temperatures begin to rise
Katy Christian Ministries announced via press release that it is beginning to reopen after closing due to this week’s inclement weather. The ministry’s food pantry is expected to reopen … more
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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo held a press conference Thursday afternoon apprising residents of the status of the county's electrical grid issues. Hidalgo praised CenterPoint energy workers for their efforts to repair local infrastructure and said all but just fewer than 20,000 homes had their power restored. About 1.4 million homes in the region had lost power early Monday morning.
Power begins to flow on Thursday though water problems continue to be widespread
Power is mostly-restored throughout Fort Bend, Harris and Waller counties this evening, though authorities say the condition of the regional power grid is still somewhat fragile and they are asking … more
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Fuel is one of the items most often impacted by price gouging, though other items such as water, toilet paper and food may be involved as well. Anyone suspecting they have been a victim of price gouging should keep all of the associated receipts and report the incident to county officials.
Harris County Attoreney's Office offers assistance for price gouging issues during winter storm
In response to millions of Harris County residents being impacted by the historic winter storm, Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee is urging the public to report incidents of price gouging … more
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Roads were wet and icy with intermittent dry patches in the Katy area Tuesday afternoon after sleet and ice froze the area and shut down many businesses and municipalities.
Severe weather hits Katy area and Greater Houston
Note:  The Katy Times is experiencing intermittent power and internet availability. We also have limited access to cellular internet. Please follow our social media channels on Facebook and … more
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According to a recent Rice University study, evictions cost Harris County more than $241 million in 2016 with about 35,335 evictions in 2016. Houston is second only to New York City in evictions nationwide. A renewed program to help those facing eviction because of the COVID-19 pandemic seeks to mitigate the economic impact of the disease by preventing homelessness and costs associated with such legal actions.
Harris Co. joins Houston to establish rental and mortgage assistance program
Harris County has joined with the city of Houston to establish a $159 million rental assistance program dubbed the Houston-Harris County Emergency Rental Assistance Program. The program will focus on … more
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Katy City Council approves $6M bond and city council elections at Feb. 12 meeting
During a special Feb. 12, Katy City Council voted unanimously to move forward with the a $6M bond referendum and its regular city elections, as well as a measure requesting approval for updates to … more
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