By George Slaughter The Katy Independent School District Board of Trustees Monday adopted a return to school plan that officials described as a “customized” approach that enables a campus-by-campus approach to dealing with coronavirus cases. However, the plan does not […]
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Pandemic Forces Postponement of Katy Rodeo; Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show Still Scheduled
By George Slaughter Katy Rodeo officials have postponed the rodeo and carnival, set for February 18-20, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The parade, set for February 20, has also been postponed. Meanwhile, the Katy ISD Livestock Show, set for February […]
Houston Methodist to Receive $10.6M Federal Reimbursement for Early Coronavirus Emergency Protective Measures
Houston Methodist Hospital will receive $10,645,501.85 in federal funds for Emergency Protective Measures during the coronavirus pandemic from February through April. The funding comes through the Robert T. Stafford Act, which grants authority for the federal government to assist in […]
An Elite Club: Eagle Scouts and Gold Award Recipients Will Lead the Way
by U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas Uncertainty and weighty decisions plague the near future. Texans are hurting from the coronavirus and the pandemic’s many consequences. But – let’s have hope – I’m here to tell you our future is bright. […]
Olson Legislation Included in COVID-19 Relief to Help Businesses Train Employees on Best Practices to Reduce the Spread of Coronavirus
Today, Rep. Pete Olson (TX-22) cosponsored the House Republicans’ newly-introduced bill, H.R. 14, the Commitment to Defeat the Virus and Keep America Healthy Act. This bill is made up of more than 50 bipartisan bills from the House Energy and Commerce […]
Katy Mills Mall to Close in Response to COVID-19 Concerns
By George Slaughter Katy Mills Mall will close at 7 p.m. Wednesday and remain closed through March 29 in response to the national COVID-19 pandemic, the mall’s owner said. “The health and safety of our shoppers, retailers, and employees is […]
COVID-19 Concerns Lead to Closing of City Facilities
NOTE: Story updated to reflect cancellation of reservations for city parks and recreation areas. By George Slaughter Katy city officials Wednesday cancelled reservations for city parks and recreations, another reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Monday, the city closed the […]
Coronavirus Concerns Compel Early Houston Rodeo Cancellation
By George Slaughter The Houston Livestock and Rodeo announced Wednesday afternoon it would close on orders from the City of Houston and the Houston Health Department, citing coronavirus concerns. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said at a news conference that he […]
