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Waller County ISD parents working to have obscene books removed from school library shelves
Some parents in the Waller County ISD are working to have obscene books removed from school library shelves. more
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The COVID-19 Omicron variant has claimed its first Harris County resident.
Harris County reports its first Omicron death
The COVID-19 Omicron variant has claimed its first Harris County resident. more
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Fort Bend County Pct. 1 Commissioner for Precinct One Vincent Morales speaks about the impact of redistricting on county residents and government offices during a Dec. 16 event hosted by the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce. He and Harris County Pct. 4 Precinct Four Commissioner R. Jack Cagle, pictured in the slide presentation, said partisan efforts on the part of Democrats in both counties had effectively gerrymandered the counties to favor Democratic candidates in addition to costing taxpayers large amounts of money for office moves and other logistical expenses.
Cagle, Morales discuss impact of redistricting
Fort Bend County Pct. 1 Commissioner Vincent Morales and Harris County Pct. 4 Commissioner R. Jack Cagle discussed the effects of recent redistricting on their representative counties at a Dec. 16 meeting hosted by the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce. more
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Art Pertile, Katy city attorney
City denies allegations in lawsuit filed by former animal control employee
The City of Katy has denied allegations of a former part-time Katy Animal Control Department worker who filed suit against the city, alleging the city violated the Texas Whistleblower Act. The … more
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A Christmas tree was among the attractions at the reopening of the Katy Fussell Senior Center.
Senior center reopens with holiday celebration
Following a pandemic-compelled shutdown, the Katy Fussell Senior Center reopened with a Dec. 17 open house and lunch. more
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An artist's rendition of the Katy Elementary School facade.
Trustees approve revised Katy Elementary renovation plan
Trustees Katy school trustees Monday approved a revised renovation plan for Katy Elementary School, 5726 George Bush Dr. At the heart of the revised plan was a stronger focus on preserving the … more
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Members of the Fussell family were on hand Monday at City Hall to hear the city’s plans for the historic Fussell House going forward. Pictured are former Mayor Hank Schmidt, Sandy Fussell Schmidt, Marsha Fussell Wiesner, Roy Wiesner, and Belva Fussell.
City announces plans for Fussell House as headquarters for city’s Parks and Recreation Department
The City of Katy will turn a historic Katy home into the headquarters for its Parks and Recreation Department. more
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Mary Ellen Cuzela, a Katy Independent School District substitute teacher, speaks at Monday’s Board of Trustees meeting.
Katy ISD seeks feedback for school library book selection
The Katy Independent School District is launching an app to enable parent feedback on books purchased for district school libraries. more
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Chris Harris was elected to the Katy Prairie Conservancy advisory board.
Harris named to Katy Prairie Conservancy advisory board
Katy City Council Member-at-Large and Mayor Pro Tem Chris Harris was elected to the Katy Prairie Con more
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Project Barker seeking public partners and investment
Willow Fork Drainage District officials are seeking public investment for a $24 million drainage improvement and community park project. more
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The work underway at the intersection of Patna Drive and Caloro Lane will see the temporary installation of an asphalt roadway to allow for easier installation of a water line that will be placed under the roadway. Once that is completed, a cement surface will be installed.
Riceland Terrace drainage project change approved at Dec. 6 meeting
Katy City Council members met in a special meeting for about eight minutes Monday evening to take care of city business before the holiday break. During the meeting, council members approved all … more
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In a unique turn, two backhoes were used for the ceremonial groundbreaking at Dig World.
Dig World adventure parks celebrates groundbreaking
A groundbreaking-themed park first requires a groundbreaking for its construction. Dig World, the adventure park under construction at Katy Mills Mall, celebrated its groundbreaking Nov. 19. Dig … more
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Texas State Senator Lois Kolkhorst speaks during the State of our Region address on Friday
Kolkhorst talks accomplishments, what to expect in state of region address
“Senator Huffman is a very senior senator and she’s going to do a great job,” Kolkhorst said. “But I will also tell you that I never go away. Once I represent you, I keep you. That’s true of my old house districts and I look forward to working with all of the officials all over Fort Bend County.” more
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East West Bank representatives presented a $10,000 donation to the Houston Police Foundation on Nov. 18.
East West Bank contributes $10K to Houston Police Foundation
East West Bank, one of the largest independent banks headquartered in California which operates 13 locations in the Texas/Southwest Region, honored Houston’s first responders by contributing … more
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Katy natives Bryant Gauthier and his wife Jodi Gauthier run ThisIsLivin Homes, a locally-owned business that helps local residents with remodels, redecorating and general contracting work. ThisIsLivin Homes placed in multiple categories in the Katy Times’ Best of Katy contest this year, including taking first place in the Best Remodeling category.
A local expert's advice for prepping your home for cold weather
As winter weather approaches, Katy area residents may have flashbacks to the week of Valentine’s Day when Winter Storm Uri took out power throughout Texas. The lack of electricity – and … more
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Waller County Commissioners Court members met Nov. 23 for a relatively light agenda the day before Thanksgiving. From left to right: Precinct 3 Commissioner Kendric D. Jones, Precinct 4 Commissioner Justin Beckendorff, County Judge Trey Duhon, Precinct 2 Commissioner Walter Smith and Precinct 1 Commissioner John Amsler.
Waller Co. approves public hearing for stop sign at Morton/Pitts intersection
Waller County commissioners approved a public hearing for the installation by the city of Katy of a stop sign at the intersection of Morton and Pitts roads during their Nov. 23 regular … more
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Fort Bend County Judge KP George (black suit with no tie) poses for a photo with grant awardees and Comcast representatives at a recent awards ceremony.
Comcast provides $1 million in grants to Harris and Ft. Bend residents
Comcast today announced the 100 recipients of the Comcast Rise Investment Fund grants. Each small business will receive a one-time $10,000 grant from the fund. More than 100 businesses in the area … more
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Texas has allotted funds for the audit of recent elections. Find out more below.
Capital Highlights: Election Audit Division funds allocated & 4 other Texas-sized issues
Election Audit Division funds allocated Gov. Greg Abbott and GOP legislative leaders announced Friday that $4 million has been shifted from the state prison system to the secretary of … more
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The Katy area has a variety of events coming up between Thanksgiving and New Years Day, including tree lightings, live music and craft fairs.
Events calendar for Dec. 2021
ALL MONTH The Light Park at Typhoon Texas Typhoon Texas at 555 Katy Fort Bend Road, near Katy Mills Mall, will host The Light Park. This holiday event features a drive-through light display … more
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Author and philanthropist Frank McKinney poses with Katy Christian Ministries Executive Director Deysi Crespo as he donates to the local nonprofit. McKinney has achieved success after a challenging life as an adolescent and hopes his new book, “Aspire! How to Create Your Own Reality and Alter Your DNA” (inset) will help others overcome challenges as well.
KCM visitor seeks to help others overcome challenges
Katy Christian Ministries had a unique visitor at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18 when author and philanthropist Frank McKinney stopped by as part of his book tour for his new release, … more
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