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

As part of its ongoing commitment to innovation and creating increased value for customers, INVISTA celebrated the grand opening of the Texas Technology Center (TTC), a $13M technology hub and research and development center in the Houston metro area. more

Sometimes, when the future looks bleak, miracles happen. more

In an extraordinary display of generosity, The Hamill Foundation has granted Amazing Place $3 million toward improvements of existing facilities and the construction of the organization’s … more

National Charity League, Inc., Lady Bird Chapter, proudly honored 19 members of the Class of 2025 during Senior Recognition on Sunday, February 17, 2024 at the Hilton Houston Post Oak Hotel Houston, … more

The Katy ISD Education Foundation showcased innovative teaching programs underway at sixteen of the district’s campuses at a special “investor breakfast” held February 7 at the Community Rooms at Legacy Stadium, 1830 Katyland Drive in Katy. more

In a surprise ceremony that included her family near and far, Roosevelt Alexander Elementary teacher Olivia Watson learned on February 6 she’d been named a finalist for the H-E-B Excellence in Education Award. more

In Monday’s meeting of Katy’s city council, Mayor Pro Tem and Council member at Large Chris Harris announced that he will not seek re-election when his current term expires next year. Harris said … more

In a lengthy meeting 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. more

Members of this year’s Leadership Katy cohort stepped back in time on February 5, as they toured cutting-edge career and technical education (CTE) classes at Katy High School, accompanied by Katy ISD administrators, Principal Rick Hull and other district leaders. more

Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) has been recognized by the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association (TMLDA) -- an affiliate of the Texas Municipal League -- with the 2024 Achievement of Library Excellence Award for its distinguished work in providing innovative programs and services to the people of Fort Bend County, according to a February 7 press release. more