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Should churches have a dress code?
Where do you reside on the “holier than thou” versus “holeyer than thou” spectrum? I make only passing reference to squabbles over “proper” church attire in my … more
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Local veteran Hubert E. "Ernie" Cormier II is a veteran and poet who works to support local veterans in the Katy area.
The Eleventh of November
On this day we celebrate those,Who bravely fought against all our foes.A part of their lives they have given,To protect a country they so believe in.A fall day was chosen to mark their triumph,Of a … more
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John Maldonado is the head of industrial product design at Igloo Products Corp. in Katy, Texas.
“American Made” isn’t just pride, it’s about the people
You check the product label and nod with approval when you see “Made in the USA.” Often this is the clincher in your decision-making when buying something new. As consumers in America, … more
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Jase Graves is an award-winning humor columnist from East Texas. His columns have been featured in Texas Escapes magazine, The Shreveport Times, The Longview News Journal, and The Kilgore News Herald. Contact Graves at susanjase@sbcglobal.net.
Moving Heaven, Earth and a daughter to college
Many parents my age are currently experiencing empty nest syndrome/euphoria as they send their children off to college in hopes that, someday, their “babies” will graduate and come back … more
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A U.S. Marine Corps chopper in action.
When America follows its better angels
I recently filled in hosting a local Philadelphia talk show, which gave me the opportunity to interview Lt. Colonel Jonathan P. Meyers, a retired Marine who’d recently written a memoir about … more
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Yun Wan is a Professor of Computer Information Systems for the University of Houston Victoria and is a chair of the university's Computer Science Division which helps oversee UHV-Katy's technology programs.
Cybersecurity is a growing need in Greater Houston
Our nation is facing increasing challenges from cyberspace. On May 7, the Colonial Pipeline, a Houston-originated oil pipeline system carrying gasoline and jet fuel to the Southeastern U.S., … more
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Andy Valadez is a Unites States Marine Corps veteran and currently serves as American Legion Post 164's public information officer.
Katy area veterans reflect on the 20th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001
It seems that every generation in America has its wakeup call. Every war, every undeclared war, every attack, and every call to duty is remembered more acutely by those called to serve our nation in … more
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GALLERY: POLITICAL CARTOONS
Please note that the cartoons shown in this gallery are not reflective of the opinions of the Katy Times nor its employees. Rather, these cartoons are posted for the purposes of inspiring thought, … more
Mike Mastrangelo is a former commander for Katy Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9182 and a retired U.S. military officer. On the 20th anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon and United Airlines Flight 93, he reflects on the meaning of that event.
Looking back at 9/11/2001 twenty years later
September 11, 2001, was a pleasant day on the East Coast. The weather was perfect. My wife and I were preparing to host the wedding of our youngest daughter in just four days. Over 150 guests were … more
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Then state senator and current Attorney General Ken Paxton at the 2014 Red State Gathering in Fort Worth.
When the Texas state seal doesn’t signify trust
Well, now we know what it takes to remain employed at the Texas Office of the Attorney General. Almost a year ago, several top aides to Attorney General Ken Paxton accused him of using his … more
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As students return to Texas campuses such as Texas State University, humor columnist Jase Graves has a few points of advice for them.
Advice for college freshpersons
Many parents (including my wife and I) are currently in the process of moving their precious partly-grown child-people (and some of their credit cards) to institutions of higher education for the … more
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A Historic Opportunity to Shape the Future of Texas
$117.5 billion. That’s the amount that Texas state and local governments and educational institutions are expected to receive through federal stimulus legislation passed in response to the … more
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Columnist Danny Tyree provides for us below a humorous note of appreciation for the unsung heroes of the school day - the bus driver.
Have you thanked a school bus driver lately?
According to CNN, pandemic fears and enhanced unemployment benefits have left the nation facing a serious shortage of qualified school bus drivers. The problem is acute, despite districts … more
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Jase Graves is a humor writer from East Texas who often writes about his family, fatherhood and the lifestyle of Texas.
Buc-ee’s for beginners
Recently, I made the punishing three-hour drive through endless miles of desolate Texas wasteland (otherwise known as nature) between Longview and College Station to a horse show for my eldest and … more
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Jase Graves is an award winning columnist and a regular contributor to the Erma Bombeck Writer's Workshop, which named him Humor Writer of the Month for June 2017. He writes a regular column for The Kilgore News Herald and is nationally syndicated with Cagle Cartoons Inc. He is a married father of three daughters and writes about home and family issues. Other than writing, his primary hobby is sleeping as late as possible. Contact Jase at susanjase@sbcglobal.net.
Keep Austin’s doughnuts weird
Austin, Texas, is a city of paradoxes. It’s the capital of one of the most conservative states in the country – a state where you’ll probably feel out of place in some localities if … more
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Dance like dad’s not watching
Although some men long to have a son to carry on their family name (and their male-pattern baldness), I’ve always felt lucky to have three daughters. Having girls is more interesting for me … more
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While China is known for its beautiful vistas such as this and its incredible history and culture, Katy Times reader Wendy Yang says there are issues in China which she is glad Texas' state government has condemned.
Stop organ harvesting
To the Editor, Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently signed Senate Concurrent Resolution 3, which condemns the practice of forced organ harvesting from prisoners of conscience in China. I want to … more
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Rachel McCormick is the consul general of Canada to Texas and wrote the accompanying column to highlight the partnership between the state and our northern ally.
Why Canada matters to Texas
For over 150 years, Canada has been more than just a great neighbor– we are your best customer, closest security partner, and largest supplier of energy.  Texas is an important part of all … more
Kayaking can be a great adventure for couples - if a sometimes humorous adventure...
Kayaking for couples, a tragicomedy
In recent years, kayaking has become a true craze, ranking right up there with TikTok dances, government stimulus checks, and those glorified Lunchables on plywood I can’t pronounce called … more
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Everything’s wetter in Texas
With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions over the past few months, Texas weather has been releasing its pent-up energy like a post-quarantine exhibitionist with multiple personality disorder. This … more
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