Are you ready to recognize your favorite businesses in the greater Katy area?
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FROM STAFF REPORTS
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4/20/25
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Representatives of Keep Katy Beautiful and from the City of Katy gathered outside the Fellowship Hall of Katy’s First United Methodist Church on April 2 to designate an outstanding local landmark as a “legacy tree.”
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By Susan Rovegno, Publisher
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4/19/25
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Fort Bend County Judge KP George announced on March 27 the launch of “Fort Bend Forward,” a new digital newsletter designed to keep residents informed about important county initiatives, public meetings, community programs, and decisions made by the Commissioners Court.
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CONTRIBUTED REPORT
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4/19/25
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On February 10, Katy’s city council debated potential changes to the city’s home rule charter and approved a special election in May for voters to decide on potential amendments. The …
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4/18/25
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On February 10, 2025, Katy’s city council voted to put the following proposed charter amendments on the May 3, 2025, ballot:
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FROM STAFF REPORTS
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4/18/25
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Brenda Hunter Martin, a well-known community volunteer and organizer of local programs such as Relay for Life of Katy and Milk4Many, posted a statemen in support of all propositions in the Facebook group “City of Katy Residents Forum” on April 2.
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BY BRENDA HUNTER MARTIN
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4/18/25
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The proposed charter amendments come from City Council’s ongoing efforts to improve how Katy’s city government serves residents.
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By Dan Smith
City of Katy Councilmember, Ward A
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4/18/25
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A joint press release signed by seven former mayors of the City of Katy was provided to the Katy Times on April 7 by Skip Conner, who was mayor of the City of Katy from 1991 to 1995.
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FROM STAFF REPORTS
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4/18/25
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The Sugar Land Arts & Music Fest has announced its entertainment lineup, featuring an array of talented musicians set to take the stage on Saturday, April 26, and Sunday, April 27, at Smart Financial Centre Plaza, 18111 Lexington Blvd.in Sugar Land.
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CONTRIBUTED REPORT
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4/18/25
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Embattled County Judge KP George has been arrested and jailed on charges of money laundering, according to reports in multiple media outlets in the Houston area.
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FROM STAFF REPORTS
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4/12/25
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On April 5, the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce witnessed an impressive display of knowledge and passion as local middle school students tackled complex civic issues at the 2025 National Civics Bee®, held at the University of Houston-Victoria at Katy campus, 22400 Grand Circle Blvd.in Katy.
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FROM STAFF REPORTS
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4/12/25
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Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones, in partnership with Harris County Public Health, is offering free measles vaccines for children and adults through mobile health units deployed to Precinct 4 community centers, the commissioner’s office announced on April 7.
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FROM STAFF REPORTS
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4/12/25
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Harris County has reported its first case of measles since 2019, according to health officials quoted by ABC 13.
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FROM STAFF REPORTS
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4/12/25
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Fort Bend County Health & Human Services (FBCHHS) has its first confirmed case of measles in an adult female, age 50-60, associated with recent international travel, county officials reported on March 30.
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CONTRIBUTED REPORT
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4/12/25
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Three candidates for Katy ISD’s board of trustees made another stop on the campaign trail Saturday at a candidate forum hosted the Katy Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at Powerhouse Church, 1818 Katyland Drive in Katy.
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By Susan Rovegno, Publisher
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4/12/25
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National Student-Athlete Day is celebrated each year on April 6. The day provides an opportunity to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of student-athletes.
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CONTRIBUTED REPORT
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4/12/25
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Katy Cares, Inc. has been awarded the M&A TODAY Global Award 2025 for Best Single Parent Family Support Organization, Dr. Dawid J. Pieterse, the organization’s president, announced in a March email to the Katy Times.
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FROM STAFF REPORTS
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4/12/25
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Gulf Coast Disaster Readiness, a program of Katy Responds’ Tri-County Response program, is scheduling disaster response trainings throughout the Houston area in preparation for the upcoming hurricane season beginning June 1.
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FROM STAFF REPORTS
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4/12/25
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Bass Pro Shops invites families to celebrate spring by offering free photos with the Easter Bunny at all retail locations including the Katy location at Katy Mills Mall, 5000 Katy Mills Circle in Katy.
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CONTRIBUTED REPORT
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4/12/25
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On March 31, Panda Express opened its newest location in Katy (27244 Katy Freeway, Katy 77494) and marketed the celebration with a t-shirt giveaway from the first Lucky 88 in line plus a check presentation with a donation to Royalty Church – Center of Empowerment.
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CONTRIBUTED REPORT
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4/12/25
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