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Katy resident wins $1 million lottery prize
A Katy resident claimed a top prize winning ticket worth $1 million in the Texas Lottery® scratch ticket game Million Dollar Loteria, the Texas Lottery announced on November 4. The ticket was … more
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Brenda Hunter Martin (left), vice president of the Katy Heritage Society, present a $1,000.00 student scholarship to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Matthews, who accepted the award on behalf of their son Zachary. Zachary Matthews, who is currently enrolled at the University of Texas, was unable to attend the November 6 ceremony held at the Stockdick House. He wrote his winning essay on Katy residents Ray and Jamie Wolman, longtime Katy ISD educators, for whom Wolman Elementary is named.
Katy Heritage Society awards annual scholarships
Former Katy ISD FFA advisor Ashlee Laird (right) was selected to receive the Honorary American FFA Degree at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, IN, on October 31.
Local advisor Ashlee Laird honored during the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo Seventeen Texas advisors and supporters honored with Honorary American degree
An exemplary group of individuals from Texas were selected to receive the Honorary American FFA Degree at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, IN, on October 31. Among the … more
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DAR offers scholarships for history majors
WASHINGTON – Undergraduate and graduate students studying American history can apply for a $25,000.00 scholarship from the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) between … more
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Kimberly Hayes of the Houston Health Department and Angela Aquil of Harris County Public Health display sacks of potatoes to be given away at the Houston Food Bank’s Neighborhood Supersite Food Distribution at Bear Creek Pioneer Park, 3230 SH 6 North in Houston, on November 5. The food bank partnered with Harris County Precinct 4 and Commissioner Lesley Briones to host the free food distribution for residents affected by the loss of SNAP benefits during the current federal government shutdown. A 2024 Kinder Institute study found nearly 40% percent of Houston and Harris County households are food insecure, significantly exceeding the national average of 14%.
Harris Co. Pct. 4, Houston Food Bank distribute food to residents losing SNAP benefits
KCM seeks volunteers for retail operations, food fairs
Katy Christian Ministries is building a specialized core volunteer team focused exclusively on FRIP processing and donation sorting to support its resale operations and help increase revenue through … more
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Brian and Melanie Piche Miller
From education to the stage: Katy couple make sweet (chamber) music together in Houston Chamber Choir
It’s the season for heavenly choirs and for voices of angels singing – but for one Katy couple, choir music is not just a seasonal part of life – it’s now their full-time … more
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Katy ISD honored the brave men and women who have served the nation during the heartfelt Veterans Recognition Ceremony held at Legacy Stadium on November 7 during the Paetow-Jordan game. Veterans representing each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces took to the field at halftime, receiving a standing ovation from spectators who applauded their service and sacrifice. The district’s Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) presented flags for each military branch while band members performed the official service songs, creating a powerful and emotional tribute.
A salute in the spotlight: Katy ISD honors veterans during halftime at Legacy Stadium
Dex Davis, Director of Support and Giving at PTSD Foundation of America which operates Camp Hope and its veterans outreach programs, speaks at the November 7 breakfast honoring local veterans, hosted by the Brazos River Rotary and Fulshear Simonton Lions Clubs at Weston Lakes Country Club, 32611 FM 1093 in Fulshear. Davis described Camp Hope’s free programs designed to help veterans recover from the “scars of war,” and outlined the organization’s future plans, which include adding a “Camp Faith” campus for female veterans, expanding family coordinators, and adding programs specifically for first responders, many of whom are veterans, he said.
Brazos River Rotary, Fulshear Simonton Lions honor vets at annual breakfast
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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