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At the October 27 meeting of Katy’s city council, Taylor High School student Emma Suwan (fourth from left) was recognized as the 2025 Rice Harvest Festival Art contest winner. With Suwan were (from left) her parents, City of Katy Museum Coordinator Josh Garland and Mayor Dusty Thiele, who read a letter of recognition in her honor.
City council makes short work of Oct. 27 meeting
Katy’s city council met briefly for less than half an hour on October 27, approving contracts and several other routine matters. Museum Coordinator Josh Garland introduced Taylor High School … more
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Ruben Arriaga, commander of local VFW Post 9182 (left) stands with Col. Heidi Arriaga (fourth from left) and James D. “Des” Woods (fifth from left) and their families, as the U.S. Army veterans were honored with “Hometown Heroes” banners installed near the post at 6202 George Bush Drive. The banners are on display following special ceremonies held Nov. 1.
‘Hometown Heroes’ honored Nov. 1 with commemorative banners along George Bush Drive
The Katy community came together in the cool autumn air on November 1 to pay tribute to the local servicemen and women who have served the nation in the military. The first twelve “Hometown … more
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As Mayde Creek High School was honored by the Katy ISD school board at its regular meeting on October 27, the meeting room at 6301 S. Stadium Lane in Katy was crowded with public speakers who spoke in favor of and in opposition to recent social media posts by trustees Mary Ellen Cuzela and Morgan Calhoun regarding the Katy Pride celebration originally planned at Typhoon Texas. The Paetow choir, which performed the national anthem, is also pictured.
School board limits public speakers during Oct. 27 meeting
Katy ISD’s board of trustees met on October 27 with a “shorter-than-expected” agenda – but a “longer than expected” list of public speakers, some of whom were not … more
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Hope Impacts Executive Director Tina Hatcher (center, with scissors) cuts the ribbon on October 29 to celebrate the relocation of the nonprofit’s office to 3115 Fry Road in Katy. The expanded facility, which features shower and laundry facilities to serve the homeless, has additional office space and more storage for donations. The new location will begin serving clients in January 2026. During the open house Mike Weider, pastor of CrossRoad Church, presented a $15.000.00 donation to the organization and Muse Search + Inspire presented an additional $2,000.00. The nonprofit will hold its tenth annual golf tournament on November 10 at Black Horse Golf Course, 12205 Fry Rd. in Cypress.
Hope Impacts completes move to new facility, holds open house
The Dalton family, who are Katy residents, pose with the completed playset donated to daughter Andi by employees of Cornerstone Building Brands on October 23. Andi is battling childhood cancer.
Cornerstone Building Brands donates playset to Katy child with cancer
Cornerstone Building Brands, a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America, partnered up with Roc Solid Foundation on October 23 to build and donate a custom backyard playset … more
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Katy Police officers Corporal Chris Kocher (left) and Sergeant John Brewer pose with Paige Bradshaw and seven-year-old German shepherd Patty on October 28 at the “Katy PD Appreciation and German Shepherd Adoption event” outside the KPD substation at Katy Mills Mall, 5000 Katy Mills Circle in Katy. In addition to a light lunch, the event featured information on the Sauver Des Chiens German Shepherd Rescue group’s campaign to find “forever homes” for German Shepherds. Patty, rescued as a stray, has been awaiting adoption for over four years.
KPD and shepherds at Katy Mills Mall
Whataburger brings its fresh, customized burgers, Fancy and Spicy Ketchup, and orange-and-white-striped fun to its newest location in Katy as of November 3. The restaurant at 24710 Morton Ranch Road in Katy pays respect to Whataburger’s storied history while looking to the future with a forward-thinking design. It features a double drive-thru, spacious dining room, and digital menu boards to serve guests best. A custom interior mural features Whataburger iconography with Katy splashed across the wall. Operating Partner Osvaldo Perez will lead the Whataburger team of 89 local employees, whom the company calls “Family Members.”
New Whataburger opens on Morton Ranch Road
Local veteran Tracy Nelson (left) displays the ceremonial key to her 2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL which was presented to her on “Gifting Tuesday,” October 28, by employees of GEICO at 21420 Merchants Way, Katy. She was joined by the GEICO gecko.
Local GEICO office spearheads drive to present a car to local veteran
On Tuesday, Oct. 28, GEICO and Eagle Collision Repair Center presented a refurbished 2020 Hyundai Elantra to Army veteran Tracy Nelson at GEICO’s Merchants Way office in Katy. The donation is … more
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Greg Babst (left), Emergency Management Coordinator at Fort Bend Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management, reads the name of a raffle item winner during Fort Bend County’s “1st National Responders Day” resource fair. The event, which was not open to the public, was held October 28 at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds, 4310 Hwy. 36 South, Rosenberg, and introduced first responders to a variety of resources for mental health and wellness, including fitness, yoga, therapy dogs, counseling and other services.
Fort Bend holds resource fair for first responders
Katy native and Mayde Creek Hall of Honor member Thomas Nguyen and his family will compete on “Family Feud” on November 25, representing his wife’s family, the Truongs. Left to right: Nguyen, wife Kristine Truong, sister-in-law Elizabeth Truong, niece Taylor Phung and oldest niece, Jacqueline Phung.
Local family competes on ‘Family Feud’
The holiday season may cause families to squabble at the dinner table, but one local Katy family is doing it on purpose – competing on the “Family Feud” TV show during Thanksgiving … more
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Katy resident Stacey LaViola (left) started Superior Fence & Rail Southwest Houston with her husband Frank in 2022.
Katy woman enters nontraditional field as fence company owner
Owning a fencing company isn’t the usual path for a woman entrepreneur. But that is exactly the direction that Katy resident Stacey LaViola chose in 2022. “My husband, Frank, and I seized … more
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Katy Theatre Company sets local stage for extraordinary musical theatre
On October 22 Katy Theatre Company (KTC) announced their arrival to the Katy community. Founded and led by local theatre professionals and educators, KTC will produce exceptional shows that celebrate … more
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A new Bath & Body Works location officially opened October 18 at Plaza at Elyson at 22165 FM 529 in Katy. The 3,995 square feet store in the Target shopping center will feature elements from Bath & Body Works’ latest store design, Gingham+, which includes new technology offerings, elevated design elements and more. “As a global leader in fragrance, we’re proud to offer a one-of-a-kind shopping experience and a wide selection of the highest quality products at the right price points for our customers,” said Ron Ford, Bath & Body Works Chief Stores Officer in a press release. “Our outstanding store associates are key to delivering the immersive and convenient experience we know our customers love, and our brick-and-mortar footprint remains a successful component of our ongoing strategy.”
New Bath & Body Works store opening in Katy. New retailer opens in Elyson
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The Ballard House at 21421 Cinco Park Road in Katy is the recipient of a $2000.00 grant from Ochoa Energy Storage.
Ochoa Energy Storage awards $3,500 to support local families in Q3 community giving campaign
On October 29, Ochoa Energy Storage announced the recipients of its Q3 2025 Community Giving Campaign, demonstrating the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting local families and … more
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Texas author Amanda Churchill to headline libraries’ annual book festival
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Annual Book Festival 2025 will take place on Saturday, November 15, from 12 to 4 p.m., at George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. This year’s event … more
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Juan Siso (center with scissors), Top Store Leader for H-E-B’s newest Katy location at 29711 Jordan Crossing Blvd. cuts the ceremonial ribbon to open the new store on October 29, surrounded by company officials and team members.
H-E-B opens in Jordan Ranch, donates $20,000 to area school districts and Texana
H-E-B officially opened its newest Houston-area store, H-E-B Jordan Ranch on October 29 with hundreds of local shoppers crowding the aisles while the ceremonial ribbon was cut. The … more
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Memorial Hermann Katy, 23900 Katy Freeway in Katy, has announced an expansion that will include a new eight-story patient tower, more inpatient beds and a rooftop helicopter pad for its Life Flight® helicopters. The project is scheduled to begin in 2026.
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital Announces Major Expansion
On October 23, Memorial Hermann Health System announced a $282.5 million expansion of Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, designed to meet the needs of the region’s rapidly growing population and … more
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Ochoa Energy Storage appeals to Texas PUC on BESS project after exhausting local channels, local officials respond
Ochoa Energy Storage LLC, a subsidiary of Vesper Energy, has filed an appeal with the Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUC) regarding the Ochoa Energy Storage project, following nearly a full … more
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KCM launches annual ‘Turkey for Every Table’ drive
Local nonprofit Katy Christian Ministries has kicked off its annual “Turkey for Every Table” food drive, with the goal of providing 3,000 turkeys or hams to feed local families and … more
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Tractor Supply celebrates ‘Hometown Heroes Day’ Nov. 1 with donations to local police and fire organizations
Tractor Supply is celebrating National Hometown Heroes Day on November 1 by activating all 2,300+ stores nationwide to donate $500 to a local police, fire or veteran organization, totaling more than … more
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