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The Craft Beer Marketing Awards was established in 2019 to give recognition to the best of the best in the marketing realm of the brewing industry. With categories that range from the “Best Can Design” to “Coolest Taproom,” and “Best Website Design” to “Best Original Videos,” there’s an opportunity to showcase the best work in every area of marketing in the brewing industry. For more information, visit https://craftbeermarketingawards.com/podcast/.
No Label Brewery wins six honors from Craft Beer Marketing Awards
The 2024 Craft Beer Marketing Awards (CBMAs) "Crushie" winners were announced recently in an online ceremony streamed on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/TheCrushies/). There are 13 Texas winners in this year’s Awards including six in Katy for No Label Brewing, located in the historic rice dryers at 5351 1st Street. more
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Kids await their turn to try the “rock wall” at the City of Katy’s Friday Night Heights event on May 10th at Second Street and C in old town Katy.
Friday Night Heights photos
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KISD Transportation job fair gets in gear on May 18th at the Cyndy Self Transportation Center Roll with Katy Independent School District’s next Transportation Job Fair, scheduled for Saturday, … more
SEAT's civil rights complaint prompts U.S. Department of Education investigation into Katy ISD policy
Students Engaged in Advancing Texas (SEAT), a student-led movement demonstrating youth visibility in educational policymaking, announced on May 7 that the U.S. Department of Education officially opened an investigation on Monday into the civil rights complaint filed by SEAT regarding the comprehensive anti-transgender policy passed by the Katy Independent School District's Board of Trustees in August. more
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Board member Mary Ellen Cuzela (far right) presents certificates of recognition to members of the Mayde Creek Elementary Choir after their performance of the national anthem.
Katy ISD trustees unanimously approve 3% teacher and staff pay increase for next school year Board members Fox and Champagne sworn in following re-election
During the May 13 Katy ISD Regular Board Meeting, trustees unanimously voted to approve the district’s compensation plan for the 2024-25 school year, calling for a 3% pay increase from the mid-point for all teachers and staff. more
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Smith, Hicks sworn in for new terms, water conservation plan updated at city council meeting
Council members Dan Smith, who represents Ward A, and Gina Hicks, who represents Ward B, were sworn for their new terms at Monday night’s meeting of the Katy City Council. The pair ran unopposed, resulting in the cancellation of the May 4th election. more
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Commissioner Lesley Briones (center, in white dress) hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 9 to celebrate the completion of the Westfield Pines and Westfield Village drainage improvement project at 5203 Mountain Forest Drive, Katy. The $6.3 million Recovery and Resiliency Division (RRD) project is a collaborative effort between Harris County and Northwest Harris County MUD 12. Construction began in May 2023 and included upsizing the storm sewer system, reconstructing driveways and street sections, adjusting waterlines, sanitary sewer lines, and constructing a new detention pond off Kieth Harrow Boulevard.
Commissioner Lesley Briones announces completion of drainage improvements for Westfield Pines and Westfield Village residents $6.3 million project will improve flood resilience for communities impacted by Hurricane Harve
Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones, in partnership with the Harris County Engineering Department (HCED), Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD), and Northwest Harris County Municipal Utility District (MUD) 12, held a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 9, marking the completion of a drainage improvement project that will reduce flood risk in Westfield Pines and Westfield Village subdivisions, in the northeast Katy area. more
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Tompkins teacher arrested Monday on charges of possession of child porn
Tompkins High School teacher James Stone was arrested early Monday morning at his Katy area residence on nine counts of possession of child pornography, according to Wesley Wittig. Second district attorney for Fort Bend County. more
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Texas education professionals compete for $480,000 at H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards celebration in Houston Tompkins choir director receives $10,000 and $10,000 grant
H-E-B announced the statewide winners of the 2024 Excellence in Education Awards during a special dinner and ceremony at the Marriott Marquis, 1777 Walker in Houston on Sunday, May 5. more
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Additionally, Walmart managers honored over 62 store employees who had been at the store for more than 20 years, including three who had been there for over 30 years.
Walmart re-grand opening
The Walmart at 1313 N Fry Rd. in Katy held a “re-grand opening" on May 3 to show off its new format. more
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KCM partners with letter carriers in May 11th food drive
Katy Christian Ministries, based at 3506 Porter Road in Katy, has announced a “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive on May 11th in partnership with the United States Postal Service. more
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During the April 17th ribbon cutting for Casa Azul, Director of Business Development Saul Gauthier (left) and administrator Kara Garman (center) were presented with a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from the office of Troy Nehls, U.S. House of Representatives District 22 by Katy Area Chamber of Commerce Vice President/Business Development Stacy Jacobs. Caza Azul, located at 1480 Katy Flewellen Road in Katy at the site of the former Spanish Meadows, is a rehabilitation facility and nursing home specializing in respiratory therapy.
Casa Azul ribbon cutting
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Library hosts May 11th program for first time pet owners Are you thinking of adding a pet to your life? Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will host a program for first-time … more
A panel featuring (left to right) Houston Galveston Area Council CEO Chuck Wemple, CEO/Founder and President of The Signorelli Company Danny Signorelli, County Judge KP George, and Fort Bend County Engineer Stacy Slawinski explored future real estate developments in Fort Bend County during the judge’s April 30 “State of the County” event.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George delivers ‘State of the County’ address
Fort Bend County Judge KP George delivered the annual “State of the County” address to a packed audience at the Marriott Sugar Land Hotel on Tuesday, April 30. Hosted by the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce and the Central Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, the event also showcased participants from his esteemed Youth Leadership Program. more
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A proclamation recognizing the first week in May as “Teacher Appreciation Week” was read by City of Katy Mayor Dusty Thiele at Monday night’s school board work study meeting held at the Education Support Complex, 6301 S. Stadium Lane. From left to right: trustee Rebecca Fox, City of Katy Councilmember Rory Robertson, trustee Morgan Calhoun, board vice president Amy Thieme, Thiele, board president Victor Perez, KISD superintendent Ken Gregorski, board secretary Dawn Champagne, City of Katy Mayor Pro Tem Chris Harris, trustee Mary Ellen Cuzela and trustee Lance Redmon.
School board hears further budget updates, plans for renovations at Pattison Elementary
At Monday’s work-study meeting of the Katy ISD board of trustees, board members heard a scheduled budget update from district CFO Chris Smith, considered renovations to several facilities and heard a request for additional staffing. more
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Rebecca Fox (left) and Dawn Champagne celebrate their victories in the 2024 Katy ISD school board race at a watch party at Champagne’s home on Saturday, May 4.
Incumbents retain positions on Katy ISD school board
On Monday, May 6, Katy ISD released the unofficial results of the “unofficial” voting results for the May 2024 Katy ISD Board of Trustees Election. more
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Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office announces new comprehensive mobile app
In a press conference on April 29, the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office unveiled its innovative mobile application, poised to redefine the way residents interact with law enforcement and access critical resources within the community. more
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Commissioner Lesley Briones delivers progress toward flood resiliency for Cimarron residents Neighborhood severely impacted by Hurricane Harvey gets $13.5 million in infrastructure upgrades to mitigate flooding
Marking the next step in improving street drainage and reducing flood risk for Harris County residents, Commissioner Lesley Briones hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 1 to celebrate the completion of a $13.5 million drainage project in Cimarron subdivision. more
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Libraries support aspiring writers with special workshops in May
Fort Bend County Libraries will present a variety of programs, classes, and activities in May 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
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Fort Bend Master Gardeners offer free class on growing plants Learn how to grow plants from cuttings, division and seeds in a free class offered May 4 by Fort Bend County Master Gardeners. The class … more
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