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40-year-old survivor urges others to ‘BE FAST’ during Stroke Awareness Month
Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. suffers from a stroke. May is Stroke Awareness Month, and Houston Methodist encourages the community to learn how to recognize the signs of a stroke. Past … more
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Katy author, C.R. Dimes releases new book on perseverance, character, and hope
Local author Chris R. Dimes announced April 10 the release of his new book, “Perseverance, Character, Hope: Rejoice In Our Suffering, Lessons Not Taught,” now available on Amazon and Barnes & … more
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Former Katy resident killed in motorcycle crash
A former Katy resident, Mark Randall Farqhar Woods, 57, of Pittsburg, Texas, was tragically killed in a single vehicle motorcycle accident in Camp County, Texas, on Saturday, March 21. The driver was … more
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City of Katy City Administrator Byron Hebert (left) listens as Mayor Dusty Thiele (fourth from left) kicks off “Superheroes Night “at the city’s historic town square at Avenue C and Second Street on May 16. The “Downtown Disney” event promoted autism awareness and honored a variety of superheroes in the community.
Superheroes flock to Katy to spotlight autism awareness
Kyle Strickland
KCM names new executive director
The Katy Christian Ministries Board of Directors announced late on May 19 that Kyle Strickland will take the helm as its new executive director to lead the organization through its next phase of … more
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Christian Brothers Automotive held a groundbreaking for the Mark A. Carr Technology and Training Center on May 5 at 25801 Nelson Way in Katy. Pictured left to right are Jacob Stele, Michael Allnutt, Donnie Carr, Michael Suttle, and Kye Grisham. The company is headquartered at 17725 Katy Fwy in Houston near the intersection of Barker Cypress and the Katy Freeway.
Christian Brothers Automotive officially breaks ground on $12M technology and training center in Katy
Christian Brothers Automotive (CBA), officially broke ground May 5 on its new Mark A. Carr Technology & Training Center in Katy, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s long-term … more
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Timetable set for temporary traffic signal at Clay Rd. and Katy Hockley Road, precinct says
Commuters in the rapidly-growing northwest quadrant of Katy may soon see a little relief. The intersection of Clay Road and Katy Hockley Road – now served by a four-way stop – is set to receive a … more
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Fidium launches next-generation fiber internet with speeds up to 8 Gig and WiFi 7 in Katy Katy is first Texas market for new 5 Gig and up to 8 Gig fiber speeds, with more communities to follow
On April 24 Fidium announced a major expansion of its 100% fiber-to-the-premise network services, introducing new 5 Gig and up to 8 Gig symmetrical speed tiers alongside next-generation WiFi 7 … more
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Harris County Precinct 4 begins expansion of ‘Sidewalks 4 Precinct 4’ along S. Mason Road
On May 5 Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones announced the Summer Break phase of Sidewalks 4 Precinct 4, an initiative to create safe pathways to schools, parks, and neighborhood … more
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Katy Rice Harvest Festival announces Lonestar as 2026 headline performance
“Get ready for a record-breaking year at the Katy Rice Harvest Festival because Lonestar is coming to Downtown Katy,” the Katy Rice Harvest Festival announced on its Facebook page on May 4. The … more
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Christi Ghiz, Outreach Coordinator for The Ballard House (left), congratulates Riad Bayramov, Troop 584 Eagle Scout, who completed his Eagle Scout project in late March -- a new bench for The Ballard House at 21421 Cinco Park Road in Katy. The Ballard House, a nonprofit, provides a temporary home away from home for medical patients traveling to the Houston area for treatment.
Eagle Scout builds benches for Ballard House
Raising the bar: Katy ISD announces Class of 2026 valedictorians and salutatorians
Representing the exceptional Class of 2026, Katy ISD recognizes this year’s valedictorians and salutatorians in a May 8 press release -- students who have excelled academically while distinguishing … more
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Harris County Precinct 4’s “Cool for the Summer” program will provide 300 free portable air conditioning units in 2026 to eligible residents of Harris County Precinct 4, including seniors (age 60+), low-income households, veterans and individuals with disabilities. During the program’s first year in 2025, 25% of the units went to Katy-area residents.
Commissioner Lesley Briones, Precinct4Forward launch year 2 of ‘Cool 4 the Summer’ to protect residents from extreme heat Applications now open for eligible Precinct 4 residents
– As record-breaking heat continues to impact Harris County, Commissioner Precinct 4 Lesley Briones and Precinct4Forward have launched Year 2 of “Cool 4 the Summer” to help protect the … more
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Fort Bend County Fair scholarships awarded
The Fort Bend County Fair awarded a quarter of a million dollars in scholarships to deserving students from Fort Bend County during its 2026 Scholarship Reception, continuing a long-standing … more
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Thanks to a generous donation from Katy Hardware, the “garage sale” which will be hosted by Katy’s First United Methodist Church this weekend will feature hundreds of tools and hardware items. “It’s a contractor’s dream,” a spokesperson for the church said. The sale will take place May 15 and 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 5618 E. Fifth Street in Katy.
Katy’s First UMC ‘garage sale’ to offer hundreds of tools, home improvement items
In honor of National Autism Awareness Month, a Houston-based ice cream company hosted a superhero themed event to being Awareness to autism. The event took place on National Superhero Day, April 28 at the Katy location of Howdy Homemade Ice Cream at 20920.Katy Freeway in Katy. Guests dressed up as their favorite superhero to enjoy ice cream, mingle, and discuss goals on how to create initiatives for the autism community. CEO, Roderick Batson (second from right) provided each superhero with a $25 prize. The theme superhero is fitting for Howdy as they address their employees as Heroes. 90% of their staff are those with autism and/or disabilities.
Howdy Homemade Ice Cream honors superheroes on National Autism Day
Clothed by Faith announces May 13 ribbon cutting for expanded Katy facility
Clothed by Faith, in partnership with the Katy Area of Commerce, announced the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its newly expanded Katy facility on Wednesday, May 13 at 11 a.m. at 802 Dominion Dr. … more
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Scott Rawlings, pastor of the Living Stones Church (third from left), greets some of the canine attendees at the second annual “Blessing of the Pets” hosted by Jorge Porras of Blue Line K-9 (second from left). The event was held at VFW Park, 6202 George Bush Drive in Katy, on May 2.
Second annual ‘Blessing of the Pets' takes place at VFW Park
Image courtesy of the General Land Office
Texas Land Commissioner Buckingham announces Katy student Michael Li as grand prize winner of 30th Annual Treasures of the Texas Coast Children's Art Contest
On April 28, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., announced Katy fifth grader Michael Li of Katy as the grand prize winner of the 30th Annual Treasures of the Texas Coast Children’s Art … more
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Katy ISD’s legions of volunteers heard from keynote speaker Anne Neeson, executive vice president and CEO of the Memorial Hermann Foundation, at the annual “Volunteers in Public Schools” (VIPS) breakfast on May 1 at the Merrell Center, 6301 S. Stadium Lane in Katy. Neeson spoke about the value of volunteerism to the community and to its students, and gave tips for volunteering including “keep doing what you are doing” and taking on roles where work simply needs to be done, in addition to “great roles.”
VIPS event
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