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Roundup: 5 businesses recently closed in Katy
Salad and Go closed its Katy location on Westheimer Parkway in May. (Courtesy Salad and Go) Multiple businesses have closed in Katy since January, citing multiple reasons. This list is not comprehensive. 1. A woman's clothing and jewelry boutique Beau Kisses closed its Katy store in January, staff confirmed via...
Former Miss Jasper Kinley Shillings crowned Young Miss International
Former Miss Jasper Kinley Shillings has added a new crown to her collection. Kinley was crowned Young Miss International at a pageant in Katy over the weekend. Additionally, Kinley received the Inspiration Award for inspiring others, and she was named to the Trail Blazer Top 10 for her community service efforts.
Proud Pie in Katy Closes Their Doors After Nearly One Decade in Business
A beloved dessert spot in Katy that was known not just for its sumptuous and unique pies, but also for its heartfelt community engagement, Proud Pie, has announced it is permanently closing its doors due to financial challenges. The renowned pie shop, known for its homemade artisan pies, gourmet coffee,...
Dig World in Katy to Host Special Needs Family Night for Inclusive, Unique Sensory Experience
Monday, July 8 will be a very special day at Dig World in Katy. From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, they will be hosting their Special Needs Family Night. Families with special needs members are invited to experience all that Dig World has to offer absolutely free, thanks to the generous sponsorship of this event. All park activities will be fully operational and open to attendees.
Hit-and-run suspect arrested after man's body found in Needville ditch, sheriff's office says
A man has been arrested after a 61-year-old's body was found by construction workers in a ditch in Needville in June, according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office.On Tuesday, 33-year-old Emilio Cruz Jr. was arrested and charged with failure to stop and render aid in connection to Enrique Godinezi's death.Investigators said Godinez's family filed a missing persons report with the Rosenberg Police Department on May 28 after he had been missing since May 19.Officials responded to the incident on June 11 at about 1:13 p.m. in the 6900 block of FM 361 near Pine Meadow Lane in Needville.RELATED: Body...
Suspect charged in fatal shooting of neighbor in Fort Bend County
HOUSTON, Texas — Charges have been filed against a suspect arrested in the fatal shooting of a man that occurred at 15700 Baybriar Drive about 7:30 p.m. last Thursday. Barbara Jean Blue, 75, is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in the 400th District Court in Fort Bend County.
Fort Bend ISD under investigation by TEA for electioneering, violating Open Meetings Act
SUGAR LAND, Texas (KIAH) — Fort Bend ISD is under investigation for electioneering and for allegedly violating the Texas Open Meetings Act, according to a statement from the district. The statement issued last week said that FBISD is being investigated by the Texas Education Agency after allegations that the...
Fort Bend County to offer community, faith-based diabetes programs
Fort Bend County commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding with the Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center for a diabetes program. (Community Impact staff) Residents with diabetes in Fort Bend County will have a new resource for navigating the disease. The big picture. In conjunction with...
Fort Bend County Clerk hosts annual pet supply drive
Fort Bend County Clerk Laura Richard is hosting a pet supply drive through July 31 in honor of Fort Bend County Animal Services. (Courtesy of the Fort Bend County Clerk's Office) Fort Bend County residents have the opportunity to help four-legged friends this summer. The big picture. This summer the...
Texas gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.08 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.01 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 6 cents since...
Tropical Storm Beryl to affect Texas next week.
Headline: Tropical Storm Beryl will affect the Texas coast early next week. The latest forecast from the National Hurricane Center tracks Beryl across the Gulf of Mexico and into Texas at Brownsville as a CAT 1 with 75 mph winds on Sunday night. The storm will then move north over the state dropping significant rainfall over the lower half of the state. It is now time to plan for heavy rain and possible flooding in South Texas early next week. The winds from the storm will drop below hurricane force by Monday night.
Home care providers pay $4.5M to settle false claims allegations
Three home care agencies operating in Texas, Ohio and Indiana agreed to pay nearly $4.5 million to resolve allegations that they provided illegal kickbacks in exchange for Medicare referrals, the Justice Department disclosed on Monday. Guardian Health Care, Gem City Home Care and Care Connection of Cincinnati, which are owned...
Hanging up his hat: Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp on his retirement
The longest-serving chancellor of the Texas A&M System is retiring. John Sharp earned his bachelor’s from A&M in 1972 and served as student body president – the shape of things to come. He was elected to the Texas House of Representatives just six years later, and after a...
5 High Profile Cases From Texas That Among The FBI’s Most Famous
Texas is a land of beautiful backdrops and vibrant cities. A place where anything can happen and usually does. Our state has seen some amazing and intriguing crime stories to ever have come out of law enforcement. Ranker listed out some of the worst crimes ever to happen in Texas....
Texas Lottery Commission Allows Rigged Win
When a small group of Texas lottery retailers heard about a customer's ambitious plan to secure a guaranteed lottery win, they were in for an unprecedented ride. This daring move, which played out last spring, saw one individual ready to spend millions to buy nearly every possible numeric combination for the Lotto Texas draw. The result? An extraordinary jackpot of $95 million was on the line. To learn more about this incredible story, check out the original article on the Houston Chronicle.
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