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Wurstfest 2026 Returns to New Braunfels Nov. 6-15 With 10 Days of German-Texan Tradition

San Antonio / New Braunfels / August 19 2026

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San Antonio River Authority Reimagines Local Creeks as Living Infrastructure for Flood Resilience, Cleaner Water and Community Spaces

San Antonio / New Braunfels / August 19 2026

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TxDOT Narrows 36A South Highway Study to Three Routes Between Needville and I-10 Near Katy

Katy / Fulshear / August 19 2026

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Community

August 19 2026

Wurstfest 2026 Returns to New Braunfels Nov. 6-15 With 10 Days of German-Texan Tradition...

Wurstfest 2026 returns to New Braunfels Nov. 6-15 with German food, live music, dancing, carnival rides and 10 days of family-friendly fun along the Comal River.

Infrastructure

August 19 2026

San Antonio River Authority Reimagines Local Creeks as Living Infrastructure for Flood Resilience, Cleaner Water and Community Spaces...

New nature-based plans for the Upper San Antonio River, Leon Creek and Salado Creek aim to manage stormwater while improving water quality, wildlife habitat, trails and public spaces across the region.

Infrastructure

August 19 2026

TxDOT Narrows 36A South Highway Study to Three Routes Between Needville and I-10 Near Katy...

TxDOT has narrowed the proposed 41-mile 36A South highway between Needville and I-10 west of Katy to three alternatives, with major differences in land needs, potential home and business displacements, and whether the roadway would follow a new route or rise above portions of existing SH 36 and Spur 10.

Community

August 18 2026

A Katy-Born America 250 Partnership Is Bringing Breweries and Veterans Together Across Communities...

What started with a commemorative beer in Katy is becoming a broader America 250 effort connecting breweries, veterans organizations and hometowns — with VFW Post 9182 helping keep the mission grounded in service.

Government

August 17 2026

Houston Airport Contract Workers Get $20 Wage Floor, With Raises to $23 by 2028...

A new City of Houston living wage order raises the minimum hourly rate for covered airport contract workers to $20, beginning a phased increase that reaches $23 in 2028 at Bush Intercontinental, Hobby and Ellington airports.

Community

August 17 2026

Katy Home & Outdoor Living Show and Community Expo Return to Merrell Center Aug. 22–23 With Local Exhibitors, Family Fun...

Katy families can spend a weekend finding home improvement ideas, meeting local businesses face-to-face, shopping small and entertaining the kids when the Katy Home & Outdoor Living Show and Katy Community Expo return to the Merrell Center Aug. 22–23.

Education

August 17 2026

Alamo Colleges District Awarded $285,000 Texas Grant to Expand Free Course Materials for San Antonio Students...

A new $285,000 state grant will help Alamo Colleges District expand free educational resources for workforce training, potentially reducing textbook costs for San Antonio-area students preparing for in-demand careers.

Community

August 14 2026

St. Paul’s 15th Annual Fall Festival & Craft Show Brings Shopping, Family Fun and BBQ to Katy...

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will welcome the Katy community for its 15th Annual Fall Festival & Craft Show on Oct. 3, featuring more than 50 vendors, a free children’s area, a returning train and barbecue prepared by Katy Elks Lodge.

Education

August 14 2026

Katy ISD Earns B in 2026 TEA Accountability Ratings, With Student Performance Outpacing Texas in Every STAAR Subject...

Katy ISD earned an 88 overall in the newly released 2026 Texas school accountability ratings, with students outperforming statewide STAAR results across every tested subject as the district also posted strong graduation rates, dozens of A-rated campuses and measurable gaps among student groups.

Community

August 14 2026

Fort Bend County Libraries Book Sales Bring Bargain Books, Movies and More This September...

Book lovers across Fort Bend County can shop thousands of bargain-priced books, movies, music, puzzles and more this September while supporting programs at three local library branches — and perhaps pick up a few inexpensive titles to stock a neighborhood Little Free Library.

Shopping

August 12 2026

Lowe’s West Katy Opening in September at Texas Heritage Marketplace With New Kitchen Showroom, Redesigned Tool Section...

Lowe’s is preparing to open its new West Katy store at Texas Heritage Marketplace in early September, bringing more than 100 jobs, an expanded kitchen showroom, a newly redesigned tool department and new services aimed at homeowners, families and contractors.

Education

August 12 2026

Katy ISD Welcomes Nearly 94,000 Students Back to School as 2026-27 Year Begins...

Nearly 94,000 Katy ISD students returned to class Aug. 12 for a new school year marked by longtime traditions, expanded safety measures and the launch of the district’s first virtual high school.

Real Estate

August 12 2026

Houston Has More Homes for Sale Than Ever — Here’s What That Means for Buyers and Homeowners...

Greater Houston reached a record number of homes for sale in July 2026, but buyers have not disappeared — instead, the market is giving families more choices while asking sellers to compete more carefully on price, condition and incentives.

Non-Profit

August 12 2026

The Women’s Home Expands Houston Recovery Services With Passages Intensive Outpatient Program...

The Women’s Home is expanding addiction and mental health treatment in Greater Houston through its Passages Intensive Outpatient Program, giving women a way to pursue recovery while continuing to work, attend school and care for their families.

Food & Beverage

August 12 2026

Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse Bringing Churrasco, Prime Meats and Private Dining to Katy This September...

Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse is preparing to open near the Grand Parkway in Katy, bringing its tableside churrasco tradition, USDA Prime meats, expansive salad bar and five private dining rooms closer to West Houston diners.

Infrastructure

August 11 2026

CenterPoint Projects $5 Billion in Texas Electric Customer Savings as Data Center Growth Reshapes Grid Costs...

CenterPoint Energy says a surge of large electricity users, including data centers and other major projects, could help spread Greater Houston’s grid costs across a broader customer base — potentially saving Texas electric customers more than $5 billion over the next decade.

Community

August 11 2026

Fort Bend County Libraries’ September Virtual Author Talks Bring Democracy, Sci-Fi, Conflict and Bilingual Storytelling to Local Readers...

Fort Bend County Libraries will connect local readers with four acclaimed authors in September through free Virtual Author Talks exploring American democracy, imaginative fiction, healthier conflict and the neighborhood-centered story behind Paletero Man.

Health & Science

August 11 2026

Gulf Coast Blood Calls for Type O Donors as Back-to-School Drive Helps Houston-Area Children in Foster Care...

With Type O blood urgently needed across the Houston region, Gulf Coast Blood is asking residents to turn one donation into two acts of support before Aug. 15 by giving blood and bringing essential items for children served by BEAR...BE A Resource for CPS Kids.

Food & Beverage

August 10 2026

Shaghf Cafe Opens in Katy, Bringing Gulf-Inspired Coffee, Karak Chai and Pistachio Favorites to Katy Freeway...

Just weeks after opening in Cypress, UAE-born Shaghf Cafe has expanded again in the Houston area with a new Katy location serving halal-certified specialty coffee, Karak chai, pistachio drinks, pastries and desserts along Katy Freeway.

Non-Profit

August 07 2026

La Cocina’s Cinco de Mayo Fundraiser Raises Record $132,415 for Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels...

A Richmond tradition built around food, generosity and neighbors helping neighbors has delivered its biggest result yet, with La Cocina’s 19th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fundraiser raising a record $132,415 for Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels.

Education

August 07 2026

Lamar CISD Opens New Career & Technical Education Center, Turning a 2022 Bond Promise Into Hands-On Opportunity...

Lamar CISD’s new Career & Technical Education Center in Rosenberg is officially opening for the 2026-2027 school year, giving students districtwide access to specialized programs in skilled trades, health care, engineering, automotive technology, culinary arts and other career fields.

Real Estate

August 06 2026

Houston Homebuyers Regain Some Ground as Affordability Improves in Q2 2026...

Lower mortgage rates, a modest decline in Houston home prices and reduced monthly payments gave buyers more purchasing power in the second quarter of 2026, though the income needed to purchase a typical home remained above $100,000.

Community

August 05 2026

Retirement With Purpose: 10 Volunteer Opportunities for Katy and Fulshear Seniors...

Katy and Fulshear retirees can find friendship, structure and a renewed sense of purpose through local volunteer opportunities serving families, students, older adults, animals and people with disabilities.

Food & Beverage

August 05 2026

Spectators Bar & Grill Opens in Katy with 45 TVs, Weekend Brunch and Family-Friendly Dining...

Spectators Bar & Grill has opened on Kingsland Boulevard in Katy, adding a roomy new neighborhood gathering place for family dinners, weekend brunch, team celebrations, live music and game-day watch parties.

LATEST SAN ANTONIO / NEW BRAUNFELS NEWS

Wurstfest 2026 Returns to New Braunfels Nov. 6-15 With 10 Days of German-Texan Tradition...

San Antonio River Authority Reimagines Local Creeks as Living Infrastructure for Flood Resilience, Cleaner Water and Community Spaces...

TxDOT Narrows 36A South Highway Study to Three Routes Between Needville and I-10 Near Katy...

A Katy-Born America 250 Partnership Is Bringing Breweries and Veterans Together Across Communities...

Houston Airport Contract Workers Get $20 Wage Floor, With Raises to $23 by 2028...

Katy Home & Outdoor Living Show and Community Expo Return to Merrell Center Aug. 22–23 With Local Exhibitors, Family Fun...

Alamo Colleges District Awarded $285,000 Texas Grant to Expand Free Course Materials for San Antonio Students...

St. Paul’s 15th Annual Fall Festival & Craft Show Brings Shopping, Family Fun and BBQ to Katy...

Katy ISD Earns B in 2026 TEA Accountability Ratings, With Student Performance Outpacing Texas in Every STAAR Subject...

Fort Bend County Libraries Book Sales Bring Bargain Books, Movies and More This September...

Lowe’s West Katy Opening in September at Texas Heritage Marketplace With New Kitchen Showroom, Redesigned Tool Section...

Katy ISD Welcomes Nearly 94,000 Students Back to School as 2026-27 Year Begins...

Houston Has More Homes for Sale Than Ever — Here’s What That Means for Buyers and Homeowners...

The Women’s Home Expands Houston Recovery Services With Passages Intensive Outpatient Program...

Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse Bringing Churrasco, Prime Meats and Private Dining to Katy This September...

CenterPoint Projects $5 Billion in Texas Electric Customer Savings as Data Center Growth Reshapes Grid Costs...

Fort Bend County Libraries’ September Virtual Author Talks Bring Democracy, Sci-Fi, Conflict and Bilingual Storytelling to Local Readers...

Gulf Coast Blood Calls for Type O Donors as Back-to-School Drive Helps Houston-Area Children in Foster Care...

Shaghf Cafe Opens in Katy, Bringing Gulf-Inspired Coffee, Karak Chai and Pistachio Favorites to Katy Freeway...

La Cocina’s Cinco de Mayo Fundraiser Raises Record $132,415 for Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels...

Lamar CISD Opens New Career & Technical Education Center, Turning a 2022 Bond Promise Into Hands-On Opportunity...

Houston Homebuyers Regain Some Ground as Affordability Improves in Q2 2026...

Retirement With Purpose: 10 Volunteer Opportunities for Katy and Fulshear Seniors...

Spectators Bar & Grill Opens in Katy with 45 TVs, Weekend Brunch and Family-Friendly Dining...

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LATEST SAN ANTONIO / NEW BRAUNFELS NEWS

Wurstfest 2026 Returns to New Braunfels Nov. 6-15 With 10 Days of German-Texan Tradition...

San Antonio River Authority Reimagines Local Creeks as Living Infrastructure for Flood Resilience, Cleaner Water and Community Spaces...

TxDOT Narrows 36A South Highway Study to Three Routes Between Needville and I-10 Near Katy...

A Katy-Born America 250 Partnership Is Bringing Breweries and Veterans Together Across Communities...

Houston Airport Contract Workers Get $20 Wage Floor, With Raises to $23 by 2028...

Katy Home & Outdoor Living Show and Community Expo Return to Merrell Center Aug. 22–23 With Local Exhibitors, Family Fun...

Alamo Colleges District Awarded $285,000 Texas Grant to Expand Free Course Materials for San Antonio Students...

St. Paul’s 15th Annual Fall Festival & Craft Show Brings Shopping, Family Fun and BBQ to Katy...

Katy ISD Earns B in 2026 TEA Accountability Ratings, With Student Performance Outpacing Texas in Every STAAR Subject...

Fort Bend County Libraries Book Sales Bring Bargain Books, Movies and More This September...

Lowe’s West Katy Opening in September at Texas Heritage Marketplace With New Kitchen Showroom, Redesigned Tool Section...

Katy ISD Welcomes Nearly 94,000 Students Back to School as 2026-27 Year Begins...

Houston Has More Homes for Sale Than Ever — Here’s What That Means for Buyers and Homeowners...

The Women’s Home Expands Houston Recovery Services With Passages Intensive Outpatient Program...

Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse Bringing Churrasco, Prime Meats and Private Dining to Katy This September...

CenterPoint Projects $5 Billion in Texas Electric Customer Savings as Data Center Growth Reshapes Grid Costs...

Fort Bend County Libraries’ September Virtual Author Talks Bring Democracy, Sci-Fi, Conflict and Bilingual Storytelling to Local Readers...

Gulf Coast Blood Calls for Type O Donors as Back-to-School Drive Helps Houston-Area Children in Foster Care...

Shaghf Cafe Opens in Katy, Bringing Gulf-Inspired Coffee, Karak Chai and Pistachio Favorites to Katy Freeway...

La Cocina’s Cinco de Mayo Fundraiser Raises Record $132,415 for Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels...

Lamar CISD Opens New Career & Technical Education Center, Turning a 2022 Bond Promise Into Hands-On Opportunity...

Houston Homebuyers Regain Some Ground as Affordability Improves in Q2 2026...

Retirement With Purpose: 10 Volunteer Opportunities for Katy and Fulshear Seniors...

Spectators Bar & Grill Opens in Katy with 45 TVs, Weekend Brunch and Family-Friendly Dining...

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