LATEST KATY / FULSHEAR NEWS

Education

May 29 2026

Katy ISD Destination Imagination Teams Earn Four Top 10 Global Finals Finishes, Showcasing Creativity on the World Stage...

Katy ISD students brought home four international Top 10 finishes at the 2026 Destination Imagination Global Finals, highlighting the district’s growing reputation for innovation, teamwork and student achievement.

Food & Beverage

May 28 2026

Saigon Hustle Opens Third Houston-Area Restaurant in Cinco Ranch, Bringing Vietnamese Fast-Casual Dining to Katy...

Saigon Hustle has officially opened its third restaurant in Cinco Ranch, bringing bánh mì, pho, rice bowls, and a community-focused dining experience to one of Katy’s fastest-growing areas.

Entertainment

May 28 2026

iSMASH Katy Officially Opens in Katy, Bringing Rage Rooms, Splatter Paint and Axe Throwing to West Houston Families...

The newly opened entertainment venue near Katy Mills is giving families, friend groups and corporate teams a new way to celebrate, compete and let off steam together.

Development

May 28 2026

Century Communities Expands in Fulshear With New Home Collection at Fulshear Lakes...

Century Communities is deepening its investment in one of West Houston’s fastest-growing communities, bringing new home options, future resort-style amenities, and additional momentum to Fulshear’s ongoing residential growth.

Entertainment

May 28 2026

Bobby Pulido Bringing Tejano Music Legacy to Katy for First-Ever Performance at Texas Rodeo Saloon...

Tejano icon Bobby Pulido is set to perform in Katy, Texas for the first time ever this July, bringing decades of music, culture, and South Texas pride to Texas Rodeo Saloon for a highly anticipated night of live entertainment.

Education

May 28 2026

Katy ISD Plans New Opportunity Awareness Center Near Legacy Stadium to Expand Student Support Services...

Katy ISD is moving forward with plans for a new Opportunity Awareness Center facility in Katy, a project district leaders say will create a more supportive learning environment for students while helping expand future educational opportunities across the district.

Non-Profit

May 28 2026

Greater Houston Area Summer Hunger Crisis: Kids’ Meals Ramps Up Efforts as Thousands of Children Lose Access to School Meals...

As schools across the Greater Houston Area break for summer, Kids’ Meals is preparing to nearly double meal deliveries to meet rising demand from food-insecure children across the region.

Entertainment

May 28 2026

Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center Celebrates 10 Years With Birthday Bash Filled With Soccer Fun, Confetti and Hands-On Play...

Families across Sugar Land and Fort Bend County are invited to celebrate a decade of imagination, learning and community connection at the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center’s 10th Birthday Bash on May 30.

Government

May 28 2026

Harris County Judge Race Set for November as Letitia Plummer and Orlando Sanchez Secure Party Nominations...

Harris County voters now have a clearer picture of the November 2026 election as Democrat Dr. Letitia Plummer and Republican Orlando Sanchez emerge from competitive primary contests to face off for one of the region’s most influential local leadership positions.

Non-Profit

May 27 2026

Once Upon a Sugar Plum Market: Fort Bend Holiday Tradition Celebrates 25 Years of Giving Back...

The beloved Sugar Plum Market returns to Stafford Centre Nov. 4-7 with holiday shopping, family festivities and a celebration of 25 years supporting Fort Bend County nonprofits.

Government

May 27 2026

Dexter McCoy Wins Democratic Runoff for Fort Bend County Judge, Setting Stage for November Election...

Fort Bend County Commissioner Dexter L. McCoy secured the Democratic nomination for county judge Tuesday night, advancing to the November 2026 general election during a pivotal leadership transition for one of Texas’ fastest-growing counties.

Infrastructure

May 26 2026

Harris County Precinct 4 Expands Sidewalk Safety Initiative in Katy Ahead of New School Year...

Harris County Precinct 4 is accelerating construction on more than 10 miles of new sidewalks this summer, including a major South Mason Road project aimed at creating safer routes for students, families, cyclists, and pedestrians across the Cinco Ranch area.

Education

May 26 2026

Katy ISD Summer Meals Program Returns for 2026, Offering Free Breakfast and Lunch for Children Across the Katy Area...

Families across Katy, Morton Ranch, North Katy, and surrounding communities can access free summer meals for children and teens through Katy ISD’s 2026 Summer Food Service Program beginning May 28 and June 1 at campuses throughout the district.

Entertainment

May 22 2026

Typhoon Texas Houston Launches 2026 Season with Memorial Day Weekend Beach Bash in Katy...

Katy-area families can kick off summer this Memorial Day weekend as Typhoon Texas Houston reopens with its popular Welcome Back Beach Bash featuring water attractions, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun.

Non-Profit

May 22 2026

Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels Nears 8 Million Meals Served, Marking Decades of Support for Local Seniors...

Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels will deliver its 8 millionth meal on May 27, highlighting more than 50 years of service, compassion, and community support for seniors across Fort Bend and Waller Counties.

Business

May 22 2026

Kiddie Academy Bringing New Early Education Center to Jordan Ranch Area in Fulshear...

A new Kiddie Academy educational child care center is planned near Jordan Ranch in Fulshear, bringing expanded preschool and early learning options to one of Fort Bend County’s fastest-growing areas.

Infrastructure

May 22 2026

Grand Parkway Frontage Road Expansion Planned in Katy as Fort Bend County Targets Congestion Relief Along SH 99...

A major Grand Parkway frontage road expansion project in Katy is expected to improve traffic flow, add new connections and sidewalks, and reshape mobility between Westheimer Parkway, Cinco Ranch Boulevard, Highland Knolls and South Fry Road.

Real Estate

May 21 2026

Houston Rental Market Gains Momentum as More Listings Give Renters Breathing Room This Spring...

New data from HAR.com and the National Association of REALTORS® points to a shifting housing landscape across Greater Houston, where rising rental inventory and softer lease prices are creating more flexibility for families navigating affordability challenges.

Development

May 20 2026

Legacy Prairie Park Breaks Ground in Katy, Bringing Flood Protection, Trails and Regional Green Space to Growing Katy Court Area...

A new 56-acre regional park and detention project is taking shape in Katy near Morton Road and Katy Hockley Cut Off, combining flood mitigation infrastructure with trails, nature play areas, wetlands and public green space designed to connect nearby neighborhoods and schools.

Infrastructure

May 20 2026

Fort Bend County Advances Major South Mason Road and Grand Parkway Improvements Amid Rapid Growth...

Fort Bend County residents are getting a closer look at long-awaited traffic and safety improvements planned for the South Mason Road and Grand Parkway corridor as Commissioner Dexter L. McCoy pushes forward infrastructure projects designed to keep pace with the area’s explosive growth.

Education

May 20 2026

Katy ISD’s First Water Operator Licensing Graduates Step Into Careers Protecting Texas’ Future Water Supply...

What began as an innovative workforce idea between Katy ISD and Inframark has now produced its first graduating class — with students already receiving job offers in one of Texas’ most essential and fast-growing industries.

Entertainment

May 18 2026

ImagineNation Expo Returns to Katy This Summer with LEGO®, Superheroes, Gaming, and Interactive Family Fun...

The ImagineNation Expo returns to Katy June 20-21 at the Leonard E. Merrell Center, bringing families across Katy, Fulshear, Cypress, and Greater Houston a weekend filled with LEGO® builds, superheroes, princesses, gaming, hands-on activities, vendors, and live family entertainment.

Infrastructure

May 15 2026

CenterPoint Energy Tests Hurricane Response Plans in Houston Ahead of 2026 Hurricane Season...

With memories of Hurricane Beryl and Hurricane Ike still fresh for many Houston-area families, CenterPoint Energy says its latest emergency preparedness exercise is aimed at improving storm response, communication, and grid resilience ahead of the 2026 hurricane season.

Entertainment

May 15 2026

Freedom Plane Tour Brings Rare Founding-Era Documents to Houston Museum of Natural Science for America’s 250th Anniversary...

Houstonians will soon have a rare chance to stand inches away from some of the nation’s most historic founding documents as the National Archives’ “Freedom Plane National Tour” lands at the Houston Museum of Natural Science this May.