Homeowners in Colonies may have only a short window left to challenge their appraised property value before the standard Texas protest deadline passes. READ MORE

Celebrate your 2026 graduate with your Colonies neighbors — My Neighborhood News would love to give them the local spotlight they deserve! The deadline to submit your graduate is May 13 — don't wait, submit this quick and easy form TODAY! READ MORE

Yorktown Colony HOA leaders are urging residents to immediately report gunshots to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office as safety concerns continue near The Colonies and bayou corridors. READ MORE

This Harris County alarm permit rule is catching many homeowners and businesses off guard — and with new 2026 changes approaching, residents in Colonies could face steep false alarm fees, citations and permit issues if their systems are not properly registered. READ MORE

Residents in The Colonies can officially kick off summer at the Colonies Neighborhood Center pool after Harris County Public Health approved the facility for opening weekend on May 23-25. READ MORE

Residents across The Colonies served by HCMUD102 should prepare for a temporary Texas Pride trash pickup pause on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, as holiday schedules impact regular waste collection service. READ MORE

A beautifully maintained property on Old Tybee Road is earning recognition in Georgetown Colony, while neighbors are also celebrating the community spirit helping keep the neighborhood looking its best. READ MORE

Georgetown Colonies neighbors gathered at Los Faroles for a fun Cinco de Mayo celebration filled with friendship, food, and community connection. READ MORE

Some of the biggest safety issues in Colonies this spring may be hanging right above neighborhood streets — and many residents don’t realize the risks until visibility, traffic flow or emergency access is affected. READ MORE

Residents in Charlestown Colony are encouraged to participate in Inframark’s 2026 Kids’ Meals Juice Box Challenge, helping provide healthy summer meals for children facing food insecurity across Greater Houston. Learn more! READ MORE

Could the leftovers from your kitchen actually help your garden thrive? More residents in Colonies are turning everyday food scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost with simple, beginner-friendly methods. READ MORE

With summer approaching in West Houston, residents of The Colonies have another opportunity to secure early savings and guaranteed access to the Colonies Neighborhood Center pool—just in time for Memorial Day weekend. READ MORE

As FEMA’s updated Harris County floodplain maps move through the review process, experts say homeowners in Colonies should take a closer look at flood insurance coverage — especially because most standard home insurance policies do not cover flood damage. READ MORE

From district growth projections to budget updates and policy changes, two upcoming Cypress-Fairbanks ISD meetings in May could shape the future of schools serving Colonies families. READ MORE

As National Hurricane Preparedness Week kicks off May 3–9, Harris County officials are calling on Colonies families to take simple but critical steps now—before the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins—to protect their homes, loved ones, and neighborhoods. READ MORE

Two major stormwater detention basin projects in the Addicks Reservoir watershed could directly impact flood safety in Colonies. Here’s what residents need to know — and how to get involved. READ MORE

From heartfelt family traditions to quiet moments of remembrance, residents across Colonies are finding creative and meaningful ways to celebrate Mother’s Day at home this Sunday, May 10, 2026. READ MORE

Harris County Public Health and Precinct 4 are bringing free health screenings, vaccinations, pet services, and family entertainment to Cypress this Saturday, giving local families convenient access to wellness resources close to home. READ MORE