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Local entrepreneur Rod Batson has opened a shelter for children in foster care in Katy’s Pin Oak neighborhood.
‘Exceptional Abilities’ provides refuge for children in need
Local Katy businessman Rod Batson has realized another dream – and in doing so, he’s making dreams come true for children in foster care. Batson is the force behind the Katy franchise of Howdy … more
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It’s more than a gift card — it’s support Katy ISD Partners in Education launches spring 2026 Food for Families campaign
Katy ISD Partners in Education announced on April 9 the launch of the annual Spring Food for Families campaign. Through Food for Families, donations are converted into gift cards that give families … more
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The Katy Times owes an apology to city council candidate for Ward B, Michael Meihls. In our March “Meet the Candidates for Ward B” story we misspelled his name once but misspelled it numerous times in our April 9 story on the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce
Executive Director Sandy August (left) welcomes attendees to the Arc of Katy’s ribbon cutting for its new bus, held in conjunction with the organization’s barn dance on April 18 at the VFW Hall at 6206 George Bush Drive in Katy. Among the dignitaries participating in the ceremony were Arc of Katy Board President Fred Shafer (sixth from left), City of Katy Mayor Dusty Thiele (seventh from left) and State Representative District 132 Mike Schofield. (eighth from left). August called transportation “the engine that drives the Arc of Katy” and said that the organization would soon be adding a second bus.
Arc of Katy holds barn dance, ribbon cutting for new bus
Cloudy skies and light sprinkles didn’t discourage car enthusiasts who crowded Katy’s historic downtown square on April 18 for the city-sponsored Katy Car Showdown. Visitors viewed a variety of automobiles, from classics to modern to muscle cars to trucks and more, while enjoying tasty treats from local vendors.
Car Showdown drive traffic to Katy’s historic square
Fort Bend Co. sets special passport fair for Apr. 25
Beverley McGrew Walker, Fort Bend County District Clerk, is hosting a special Passport Fair as a community service and to make it easier and more convenient to apply for a U.S. Passport. "The Fort … more
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CAP to hold ‘Tour for Life’ with free animal adoption event, schedules summer camps for kids
Citizens for Animal Protection will hold a “Tour for Life” on April 25, in cooperation with the North Shore Animal League America. During the event, which goes from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the … more
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Fort Bend Co. sets special passport fair for Apr. 25
Beverley McGrew Walker, Fort Bend County District Clerk, is hosting a special Passport Fair as a community service and to make it easier and more convenient to apply for a U.S. Passport. "The Fort … more
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Master Gardeners are hosting in their demonstrations gardens a free butterfly Celebration featuring face painting and other kids' activities, fun facts about pollinators, visits with beekeepers and garden tours. The event will be open from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 1402 Band Road in Rosenberg. The event will feature free seed packets and passalong plants as well as milkweed starter plants for sale. In case of rain, activities will move inside.
Celebrate with Fort Bend County Master Gardeners on May 2 for day of family fun and learning
A crowd of elected officials, members and board of the Coastal Prairie Conservancy and staff pose for a photo at the ribbon cutting for the Katy Prairie Welcome Center at Indiangrass Preserve in Waller County on April 10.
Coastal Prairie Conservancy celebrates opening of new Katy Prairie Welcome Center at Indiangrass Preserve
On April 10 the Coastal Prairie Conservancy marked the opening of its new Katy Prairie Welcome Center at the Indiangrass Preserve with a private ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by a capacity crowd … more
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An Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Command Tahoe has been added to the fleet for Harris-Fort Bend County ESD #100 and Community Volunteer Fire Department, and is now in active service
Harris-Fort Bend County ESD 100 launches unmanned aerial system command Tahoe to strengthen emergency response
Harris-Fort Bend County ESD #100 and Community Volunteer Fire Department have added the Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Command Tahoe to their fleet, now in active service, the department announced in a … more
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Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones addresses an audience of over 100 at her April 11 town hall, held at West Memorial Junior High School,22311 Provincial in Katy.
Briones and team give updates at Precinct 4 town hall in Katy
Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones held her second town hall of 2026 on April 11 at West Memorial Junior High School, 22311 Provincial in Katy, with about 100 attendees gathered to … more
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Royal ISD calls bond election to fund 7,500-seat stadium near future high school
The Royal ISD Board of Trustees has called a bond election for May 2, 2026. Voters will consider a proposed districtwide, multi-use stadium with a planned capacity of approximately 7,500 seats, to be … more
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School board candidates listen closely to questions read by the moderator during the April 9 candidate forum hosted by Texas American Federation of Teachers. All questions asked of candidates during the event were submitted by teachers. Pictured left to right: Position 3 candidate Sean Hesterly, Position 4 candidate Tiffany Auzenne Asonye, Position 4 candidate Jim Davidson, Position 4 candidate David Greene, Position 5 candidate Jesus Nieto, Position 5 candidate Nathan Shipley and Position 5 candidate Caleb Silverio. Position 3 candidates Cicely Taylor and Haider Razvi were not present.
Texas AFT school board forum features questions asked by area teachers
On April 9, the Katy Texas American Federation of Teachers held a member-hosted school board candidate forum at the Radack Community Center, 18650 Clay Road in Houston. Katy Texas AFT is “a union … more
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Candidates for the Katy ISD school board gather their thoughts before the candidate forum sponsored by the Katy Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. at Powerhouse Church, 1818 Katyland in Katy, on April 11. Left to right: Position 3 candidates Sean Hesterly and Cicely Taylor; Position 4 candidates Tiffany Auzenne Asonye, David Greene, Jim Davidson; and Position 5 candidates Caleb Silverio, Nathan Shipley and Jesus Nieto. Position 3 candidate Haider Razvi was unable to attend due to a commitment to fulfill his military service through the reserves.
Katy Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. holds school board candidate forum Apr. 11
The Katy Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. held its school board candidate forum at Powerhouse Church, 1818 Katyland in Katy, on April 11, with eight candidates ready to take … more
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Attorney Morgan Hybner of the law firm of the Adams Law Firm (left) served as moderator for the city council candidate forum hosted by The Dryer, 5321 First Street in Katy, on April 7.
The Dryer hosts outdoor forum for city council candidates
Perfect weather and a perfect outdoor setting provided the backdrop for a forum for city council candidates on April 7, hosted by The Dryer in its community space at 5339 E. Third Street in Katy. All … more
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KAEDC adds staff member
Ed Parker has joined the Katy Area Economic Development Council as its new Membership and Business Development Manager, the organization announced March 20 on its Facebook page. “Ed is a seasoned … more
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On April 4, members of the Rotary Club of Katy helped transport and unload over 2,300 pounds of meat which were donated to the Katy Food Center at Katy Christian Ministries, 3506 Porter Road in Katy. Dr. Ralph Brock and Scotty Jung for picked up the meat after it was processed in Bellville and delivered it to KCM. The meat was obtained from livestock bought by the club at Katy ISD Livestock Show in February.
Rotary Club of Katy donates meat to Katy Christian Ministries
Wild West Brewfest 2026 rides into the record books Katy's beloved annual fundraiser surpasses $1.5 million milestone
The boots have been hung up, the last cold brew has been poured, and the hats have been tipped — and what a celebration it was. The Rotary Club of Katy's Wild West Brewfest 2026 has officially … more
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Edward Haynes (standing, left) and Tracy Leblanc were honored for 45 and 40 years of service respectively, pictured with (seated, left to right) Board Secretary Dawn Champagne, Board President Lance Redmon, Katy ISD Superintendent Ken Gregorski, Board Vice President Rebecca Fox and Trustee James Cross.
Katy ISD’s ‘Top 45 Service Awards’ relives more than four decades of greatest hits
Katy ISD struck a nostalgic chord to honor decades of service with a music-themed celebration and recognize dedicated employees who shaped generations of students and strengthened the community. … more
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