Katy West 1 Neighborhood Newsletter

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September 25, 2026

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Katy West 1

Latest News

Fort Bend County Commissioners Court Recap: Animal Shelter Plans, Road Debate and Taxpayer Questions for Katy West 1

From a proposed new animal shelter and contested road alignment to Epicenter funding and law enforcement agreements, the September 24 Fort Bend County Commissioners Court meeting brought several decisions worth watching for Katy West 1 residents. READ MORE

Katy West 1 Residents: Don’t Let Your Fort Bend County Alarm Permit Expire

If your Katy West 1 home or business has a security alarm, checking your Fort Bend County alarm permit now could help you avoid a lapse, a higher registration fee and potential penalties later. Click to learn more. READ MORE

New Fort Bend County Flood Dashboard Could Strengthen Flood Response for Katy West 1

A newly funded Fort Bend County flood dashboard could give emergency officials a faster, more centralized way to analyze changing flood conditions, potentially strengthening the information and warnings residents in Katy West 1 receive when heavy rain and rising water threaten the area. READ MORE

Katy West 1 Voter Guide: Key Dates and How to Get Ready for the November 3 Texas Election

With the November 3, 2026 General Election approaching, Katy West 1 residents can take a few simple steps now to confirm their voter registration, understand early voting and mail ballot deadlines, and make a plan for Election Day. READ MORE

Hey Y’all, It’s Fall: 10 Easy Ways to Make the Most of the Season at Home in Katy West 1

Fall officially arrives September 22, giving Katy West 1 residents a timely excuse to refresh the porch, plant a cool-season garden, cozy up the house and tackle a few home maintenance projects before cooler weather settles into Greater Houston. READ MORE

Fort Bend County Sheriff Warns Katy West 1 Residents About Bail Bond Scam Targeting Families

The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is warning Katy West 1 residents about a bail bond scam that uses real arrest information to make urgent demands for money sound legitimate. READ MORE

Fulshear Branch Library Turns October Into a Month of Free Creativity for Local Teens and Adults

From watercolor painting and papercrafts to knitting, sewing and a weekly coloring hour, the Fulshear Branch Library is giving Fulshear-area residents several free ways to slow down, try something creative and connect with others this October. READ MORE

Fort Bend County Master Gardeners Fall Plant Sale Brings Locally Tested Vegetables and Herbs to Rosenberg

Fort Bend County gardeners looking to get their fall vegetable and herb gardens growing can shop locally recommended plants at the Master Gardeners’ Fall Vegetable & Herb Plant Sale on Oct. 10 in Rosenberg. READ MORE

Katy ISD Keeps Tax Rate Unchanged for Third Straight Year as District Balances Growth, Funding Pressures

Katy ISD trustees have kept the district’s overall property tax rate at $1.1171 per $100 valuation for a third consecutive year, a decision that will help fund classrooms, daily operations and debt payments as the district serves an estimated 95,000 students while working to close a projected budget deficit. READ MORE

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Katy / Fulshear

Latest News

Fort Bend County Readers Have Six More Chances to Unravel the Mystery of Texas’ ‘King of Diamonds’

Fort Bend County Libraries’ 2026 Community Reads continues across Katy, Sugar Land, Mission Bend, Missouri City and Fulshear before culminating with author Rena Pederson at the Nov. 14 Fort Bend County Libraries Book Fest in Richmond. READ MORE

Fulshear Earns Film Friendly Texas Certification, Opening New Door for Film and Media Productions

Fulshear is officially a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community, giving the fast-growing Fort Bend County city new tools to market its locations, support visiting productions and potentially bring film-related spending to local businesses. READ MORE

Boot Barn and Goodwill Planned for Crossing at Katy Fulshear

More retail is on the way near FM 1093 and FM 1463, where plans point to Boot Barn and Goodwill joining the growing Crossing at Katy Fulshear shopping center. READ MORE

Houston Methodist West Hospital Ranks No. 2 Nationally for Quality in 2026 Vizient Rankings

Houston Methodist West Hospital has earned the No. 2 spot among 238 Complex Care Medical Centers nationwide in Vizient’s 2026 quality rankings, a distinction that puts a national spotlight on patient care close to home for families across Katy and West Houston. READ MORE

Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo Celebrates 90 Years of Tradition, Agriculture and Community

The 90th Annual Fort Bend County Fair and Rodeo brings generations of local tradition back to Rosenberg with livestock shows, rodeo action, live music, carnival rides and opportunities that continue to support Fort Bend County youth. READ MORE

October Brings Monster Mash, Día de los Muertos and Trick-or-Treat Fun to Central Green Park in Katy

From costumes and live music to Día de los Muertos traditions and a daytime Tent and Treat, Central Green Park at LaCenterra is giving Katy-area families several ways to celebrate the season together this October. READ MORE

Gulf Coast Blood Calls for More Hispanic Donors During Hispanic Heritage Month to Strengthen Houston-Area Blood Supply

During Hispanic Heritage Month, Gulf Coast Blood is encouraging more Hispanic residents across Greater Houston, the Texas Gulf Coast, Brazos Valley and East Texas to donate blood, helping build a more diverse donor pool that can provide closely matched blood for patients while supporting the approximately 1,000 donations needed each day. READ MORE

Houston Resident Claims $7.5 Million Lotto Texas Jackpot From West Houston Kroger Ticket

A Lotto Texas ticket bought at a Kroger on Memorial Drive in West Houston has turned into a multimillion-dollar payday, with the Houston winner choosing a cash payout of nearly $4 million before taxes. READ MORE

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Upcoming Events

Stronger Together: Living with Parkinson’s Community Seminar

Tuesday, Sep 29 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

A Houston wellness seminar with Houston Area Parkinson Society sharing Parkinson’s guidance, daily living tips, and local support resources. READ MORE

Hispanic Heritage Month Lotería Family Game Night

Wednesday, Sep 30 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Families can celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Lotería, prizes, and snacks during this lively one-hour library event in Fulshear. READ MORE

Creative Connections: Clay Creations Youth Art Workshop

Thursday, Oct 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Grades 4-8 can sculpt colorful clay creatures in this free, ticketed art program at Fulshear Branch Library. READ MORE

Create Your Own Wreath Craft Workshop

Friday, Oct 2 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

A hands-on Houston wreath workshop with Glazier staff where participants can learn new techniques and create a handmade seasonal decoration. READ MORE