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Harkor Homes LLC unloads 24902 Kayvon Court, Katy
The home at 24902 Kayvon Court, Katy was sold on June 28 by Harkor Homes LLC for $234,368. The buyer was Zuhair Shahroor. The property tax paid for this property in 2020 was $6,456. This is 2.8% of the assessed value of the home. This property is one of 88...
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.
Katy ISD trustees approve cellphone policy, defer decision on teacher retention lump sum payment
Junior high and high school students in Katy ISD will need to adhere to the district’s new cellphone and smart watch policy in the 2024-25 school year. (Courtesy Katy ISD) Junior high and high school students in Katy ISD will need to adhere to the district’s new cellphone and smart watch policy in the 2024-25 school year.
Cinco Ranch Branch Library Presents Chicken Big: A Children’s Theater Performance
This month, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, in collaboration with Fort Bend County Libraries’ Summer Reading Challenge, is all set to present an enchanting adaptation of a beloved children's book, Chicken Big. This delightful and highly anticipated performance, taking place on Wednesday, July 10, will begin at 2:00 pm, with a repeated show at 3:00 pm, in the Library's Meeting Room located at 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard in Katy.
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 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...
New Cypress business Craftique Studio caters to crocheters, knitters
Craftique Studio offers yarns and craft supplies as well as classes and community events. (Courtesy Craftique Studio) A new crafting business opened this summer in Cypress. Crocheting, knitting, Tunisian crochet and macrame classes for all ages. Owner Grace Talavera said she hopes to reach existing and new crocheters and knitters.
Weather today: Heat advisory in effect
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for much of Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana. Both Orange and Jefferson counties fall under the area of advisory, which remains in effect until 7 p.m. Tuesday evening. A release from the NWS says the combination of mid 90s temperatures and area moisture can cause the […] The post Weather today: Heat advisory in effect appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Texans praise Sharp in his retirement from AM
Jul. 2—BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Porter Garner jokes that he is not sure John Sharp ever sleeps. "It's not uncommon to get a text from John late at night, or at four in the morning," said Garner, longtime president of The Association of Former Students at Texas A&M University. "He has some new idea or concept he'd like to discuss. Ultimately, it is about A&M, to benefit our students, our former ...
Attention Louisiana to Texas Travelers: I-10 West in Beaumont is Reopened
Travelers from Louisiana into Texas are facing significant delays due to an emergency closure of I-10 West in Beaumont. The Beaumont Police Department announced the closure after discovering a "substantial crack" on I-10 at the Washington Boulevard overpass. UPDATE:. I-10 West has reopened at Washington Ave in Beaumont, TX. ORIGINAL...
Texas FDI Investments Grow At SelectUSA Investment Summit
After five years of operations in Central Texas, the Acutronic Group announced at the 2024 SelectUSA Investment Summit it will substantially increase its presence in the region. Headlining the expansion is Acutronic’s plan to build a nearly 14-acre state-of-the-art aerospace manufacturing facility in Bastrop, TX and establish the City of Austin as the global headquarters for its Aerospace Components Division.
Did We Make The List? FBI’s 2024 Most Dangerous Cities In Texas
When it comes to where we live, we never want it to be considered one of the most dangerous places to live. Here is the FBI's 2024 list of most dangerous cities and one of them is not that far from us. The information is based on crime statistics from January 2023 through September 2023. Violent crimes are any crimes that include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.
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