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Goya Foods celebrates 90 years at ‘Goya Gives Day,’ donating 1 million lbs. of food nationwide Texas donation of 100,000 lbs. will go to over 35 partners statewide
In celebration of its 90th anniversary, Goya Foods will host “Goya Gives Day” on Monday, March 31, 2026 — the 90th day of the year — marking a major milestone with a nationwide day of service … more
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Fidium announces major expansion of on-premise network services with 8 gig product
On February 19 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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Shipley Donuts, the iconic Texas-born donut and kolache brand, opened its newest location in Katy at 4019 Pitts Rd. Suite #101 on Feb 21. The new shop, owned by Lianne Chang, is open daily from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Founded 90 years ago in Houston, Shipley offers more than 40 kinds of fresh, handmade-daily donuts. Every Shipley Donuts shop is a working bakery, with bakers arriving at 3 a.m. to make the first batch of fresh donuts. Founded in 1936, Houston-based Shipley Do-Nuts is the nation's largest brand of handmade fresh daily donuts and kolaches, with more than 385 franchised and company-owned restaurants across 13 states.
Shipley Donuts opens new location at Pitts Road and Clay
Applications are open for the Randall Beckendorff Memorial Scholarship for ag majors
Local students who wish to pursue higher education in agriculture have until April 1 to apply for the Randall Beckendorff Memorial Scholarship. All applications, which must be submitted online, must … more
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Anne Scott
Former teacher launches website to help parents with diagnostic tools and customized lessons to improve student performance
A former Katy ISD teacher is putting her many years of experience to work, starting a new company which aims to help parents help their children with their academic performance. Beyond Words Learning … more
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Zhafira “Fifi” Pramitha
Taylor student named ‘Distinguished Young Woman of Texas’
Zhafira “Fifi” Pramitha, a senior at James E. Taylor High School, has been named the 2026 Distinguished Young Woman of Texas, according to an email sent to the Katy Times by Bri Thomas and Katie … more
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Ron Peters (left), CEO of local nonprofit Katy Responds, is retiring; he will be succeeded by Sasha Cox (right). Peters will remain active in the organization as a board member and volunteer.
Katy Responds CEO Ron Peters to retire; Sasha Cox to take the reins of local nonprofit
Katy Responds announced March 4 that Sasha Cox will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer on March 4, 2026, following the retirement of CEO Ron Peters. This transition reflects a long-planned … more
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Ashley Noble (left), director of Samaria House listens as Her Well Executive Director Candice Reyes describes the launch of the nonprofit’s Samaria House shelter for victims of domestic abuse which will open soon at an undisclosed location in the greater Katy area. During the presentation at Her Well’s center at 511 Velasco Road in Brookshire on Feb. 25, Reyes said that the location, which will serve women and families in Waller, Fort Bend and Harris Counties, will offer temporary housing for 90 days to those who are fleeing domestic violence. Her Well also provides free, trauma-informed counseling and advocacy services for survivors, with a mission centered on healing both mentally and spiritually. An official ribbon cutting for the shelter will be held at Her Well’s Brookshire headquarters on March 25. For more information, go to https://herwell.org.
Her Well unveils plan for ‘Samaria House’ shelter for victims of domestic abuse
Max Gong, a sophomore from Seven Lakes High School, volunteers to distribute Arabic and English voter guides at Masjid Aqsa, on November 21, 2026.Screenshot
Local high school students encourage immigrant communities to ‘register the future’
Students at Taylor High School and Jordan High School have launched an effort to inform voters in the Chinese community and to increase voter turnout. Register the Future, a non-partisan initiative … more
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Paul Follis
Meet the candidates for Katy City Council At Large
On May 2, voters in the City of Katy will choose their representatives for the At Large position (currently held by Mayor Pro Tem Chris Harris) who is term-limited and cannot run again. The Katy … more
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Katy chamber to host candidate forums
The Katy Area Chamber of Commerce will host two forums during March and April, featuring candidates for local City of Katy council races and for the races for the Katy ISD board of trustees: · March … more
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Women of Katy held the first of its four annual events – the luncheon – on February 26 at Perry’s Steakhouse, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. in LaCenterra in Katy. Left to right: Women of Katy co-founder Olivia Martin of KTX Window Cleaning LLC; moderator Patti Lacy of Coldwell Banker Realty; panelists Liz Landry of Grayson Media, , attorney Morgan Hybner, The Well Counseling owner Dr. Connie Beckham and community volunteer Regina Alexander; and Women of Katy co-founder Stacy Jacobs of Best Stop. Through its partnership with The Katy Foundation, Women of Katy channels 98 percent of net proceeds directly into scholarships and leadership opportunities for women in Katy. To learn more or to register for future events, go to WomenofKaty.com.
‘Women of Katy’ holds annual luncheon on Feb. 26
The United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants are heading out on a 12-day community relations tour to Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma – including a stop in Katy at Cinco Ranch High School. The local concert will take place on March 25 at 7 p.m. at the campus at 23440 Cinco Ranch Blvd. in Katy. The tour honors the service of Airmen both past and present in a showcase of musical excellence. All concerts are FREE and open to the public though tickets are required. For tickets, go to www.music.af.mil/USAFBand/Events/National-Tours/Concert-Band/.
United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants to perform in Katy on Mar. 25
Making her first public appearance as the new executive director for Clothed by Faith is Deysi Crespo (left), who is joined by the nonprofit’s founder Abi Fourie (right) at their booth at Katy Taste Fest at Typhoon Texas, 555 Katy Fort Bend Road in Katy, on Feb. 28. Crespo, who most recently served as executive director for Main Street Ministries, served as the executive director for Katy Christian Ministries from 2014 to 2024, according to previous reporting by the Katy Times. She replaces the previous Clothed by Faith Director who left in September 2025.
Clothed by Faith names new executive director
Commissioners Briones, Ramsey advance landmark public-private partnership with Texans for ‘Toro District’ near Bridgeland
Marking a transformative investment for unincorporated Northwest Harris County, on February 12 Commissioners Court approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Houston Texans and Howard … more
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Grand champions: KISD FFA Livestock Show auction tops record $1.2 million
Katy ISD FFA students reached new heights at the 2026 Katy ISD Livestock Show and Rodeo, as the annual livestock auction generated a record-setting $1.2 million in student support — the highest … more
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Federal court halts enforcement of key provisions of SB 12 in K-12 achools in three Texas school districts including Katy
A U.S. district judge granted a preliminary injunction on February 20, blocking the enforcement of key aspects of Senate Bill 12 in Houston ISD, Katy ISD, and Plano ISD until the case is fully … more
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Work began at Mary Jo Peckham Park, 5597 Gardenia in Katy, on February 12, improving sidewalks and crosswalks and improving drainage. The park is expected to remain open while the project is underway through March.
Improvements underway at Mary Jo Peckham Park
Harris County Precinct 4 has begun upgrades at Mary Jo Peckham Park, 5597 Gardenia in Katy. The improvements were undertaken in response to a citizen complaint, Precinct 4 Community Engagement … more
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Feb. 16 work study meeting Board discusses budget, naming of new transportation center, new OAC, response to SB 11
In a lengthy work study meeting held February 16 at the Education Support Center, Katy ISD’s board of trustees heard recommendations for the naming of the new north transportation center, reviewed … more
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Katy ISD’s West Memorial Junior High School, founded in 1976, celebrated its fiftieth anniversary on February 10 with a near-capacity crowd in attendance. The campus, whose mascot is the jaguar, is located at 22311 Provincial in Katy and is led by Principal Todd Knobbe.
West Memorial JHS celebrates 50 years
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