At the January 13 meeting of Katy’s city council, council members approved a number of steps toward implementation of the new city-run “Katy Exchange” market event. more

The Coastal Prairie Conservancy (CPC) announced on January 6 the conservation of 1,329 acres in a single day, including a 910-acre property in Waller County and 419 additional acres also in Waller … more

Fort Bend County Precinct 1 Commissioner Vincent Morales announced January 13 that the county has secured $58.6 million in funding from the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) to advance critical mobility projects along the Grand Parkway (SH 99) in the Cinco Ranch area. more

Reflecting Katy ISD’s commitment to safety for students, staff, and visitors, on January 6 the district hosted the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) for a comprehensive, critical incident review of the tragic May 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas. more

On January 7, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., initiated the 29th Annual Treasures of the Texas Coast Children's Art Contest supported by the Texas General Land Office’s (GLO) Adopt-A-Beach Program. more

Calling all students interested in law! more

Citizens for Animal Protection has unveiled a striking new sign outside the animal shelter’s location at 17555 Katy Freeway near Barker Cypress in Houston. more

Katy Responds announced on January 9 that Mark Carroll has joined the nonprofit’s board of directors. more

On February 14, 2025, Fort Bend County Clerk, Laura Richard, alongside Judge J. Christian Becerra, will host a special, free marriage ceremony event at the Travis Building, 301 Jackson Street in Richmond, giving couples the opportunity to celebrate their devotion in a unique and meaningful way this Valentine's Day. The announcement was made in a January 6 press release. more

Paranormal Cirque returns to Katy January 17 – 27 Immerse yourself in a world of thrills, chills and suspense, as you experience a Paranormal journey like no other. Under this Clown Castle, the … more

It was a birthday celebration on January 2…but the birthday boy wasn’t there. more

The City of Katy announced on January 3 the launch of “The Katy Exchange” – a new series of events that will bring local artisans, vendors, and makers to the Historic Downtown Square at Second Street and Avenue B. more

Clothed by Faith has been awarded the 2024 Inspire Change Grant from the Houston Texans, the nonprofit group announced in their December 27, 2024, quarterly newsletter. more

The Harris County District Courts and County Courts at Law have adopted an updated Language Access Plan that aims to help community members who aren’t fluent in English better navigate the justice system, according to a December 18 press release. more

In response to rising crashes and fatalities, the Harris County Sheriff's Office has launched a multi-agency task force to aggressively reduce dangerous driving behaviors on Highway 99 (Grand Parkway), the department announced in a December 18 press release. more

The Fort Bend County Fair is now accepting applications for its scholarship program, the fair announced in a December 17 press release. The opportunity to be awarded a $5000.00 Fair scholarship is open to many qualifying students, but an application is required. more

Calling all men to bring a friend and join Katy ISD for the "guys only" KEYS Mentor event! more

Let the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program (MLEIP) help with summer staffing or staffing shortages you may have. more

Parkway Fellowship's Morton Road location (formerly referred to as their North Katy location) will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Sunday, January 12, at 9:30 a.m. Space is limited and an RSVP is required. Please RSVP to pam.magee@parkwayfellowship.com if you plan to attend. more