Ralph Johnson is forward deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleet’s principal surface force. more

During the inaugural “Brunch After Dark” foodie event at Typhoon Texas on February 28, Katy Taste Fest founder Cyril Thomas presented ceremonial checks to seven Katy-area nonprofits. The donations, totaling over $14,500.00, were funded by 100 per cent of the net profits from the 2024 Katy Taste Fest, Thomas said. more

The Harris County Attorney's Office has been made aware of a circulating text scam requesting money for unpaid tolls, according to a February 21 release from Mayra D. Hypolite, community outreach coordinator for the office. more

The excitement is building as we approach the start of the 2025 Pin Oak Charity Horse Show—Katy’s signature event, held each year at the Great Southwestern Equestrian Center, 2501 S. Mason Road in Katy. more

The L. D. Robinson Scholarship program will host “Expanding New Horizons,” an evening of fine dining including a prime rib dinner and fun-filled auction on March 25 at Midway BBQ Banquet Room, 6025 Highway Blvd., in Katy. more

At the ripe old age of 16, high school junior Mary Adegbesan has already accomplished a lot. more

In a surprise announcement at the February “State of the City” luncheon sponsored by the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce, Katy Times Publisher Susan Rovegno, together with Chamber leaders Matthew Ferraro and Adrienne Davitz, said that the “Best of Katy” readers’ choice awards program would be returning this year after a two-year absence. more

Officials from the Texas Department of Transportation traveled to Waller County to bring county officials up to date on progress on the proposed expansion of Highway 36A, which would create a north-south corridor from Freeport to central Texas, providing greater connectivity for the county and relieving road congestion, while also providing increased opportunities for hurricane route evacuation. more

Following reports of damage to water lines and private property created during the installation of in-ground telecommunication/fiber lines, Katy’s city council has enacted a temporary ban as it considers an ordinance to regulate such installations in city right-of-way. more

Following feedback from the community and from current Katy ISD namesakes, the Katy ISD board of trustees voted on February 24 to table action on proposed changes to the district’s policy for the naming of school campuses and facilities. more

Khristopher (Kris) Fields, the founder and principal officer of the Wise Up to Rise Up ™ Foundation, filed paperwork with the Katy Independent School District on February 14 which will allow him to run as a write-in candidate for the Katy ISD Board of Trustees Position 2, currently held by Lance Redmon. more

A capacity crowd filled the Community Rooms at Legacy Stadium, 1830 Katyland Drive in Katy, on February 20 for the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual “State of the City” luncheon. more

Fort Bend County Libraries will present several workshops in March that encourage fledgling writers, or anyone who has ever wanted to write a novel, to take the plunge and pursue their dreams in a helpful, supportive environment. more

Despite the rainy and cold weather last week, Katy ISD’s 2025 FFA Livestock Show and Rodeo was a celebration of community, hard work and the district’s connection to agriculture. more

Tammy Reed, a Katy ISD teacher, filed paperwork dated February 14 to run against incumbent Lance Redmon for Katy ISD Trustee, Position 2 in the upcoming May 3 general election. more

At the February 17 work-study meeting of Katy ISD’s board of trustees, board members discussed possible modifications to the district’s policy for naming new schools and portions of campuses such as athletic facilities. more

Fort Bend County hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on February 3 to celebrate the opening of the county’s second Neighborhood Tool Hub at Abe & Lizzie Daily Park at 4026 Nails Rd., Simonton. more

Researchers are learning a lot about how to keep our brains healthy, sharp and more resilient to dementia later in life. more