Katy’s most iconic event returns this weekend along with carnival rides, vendors, food, big screens for sports, and plenty of entertainment of entertainment of the main stage. Here’s what Katy residents and visitors need to know ahead of the fun!

For 13 years, Central Green Park has entertained Katy area families with live music, programs, festivals, and more. These free events bring the community together and this Saturday will be no different as they celebrate with A Night in Paris.

The College Board National Recognition experienced its highest participation year to date and Katy ISD students delivered a strong showing with nearly 2,000 making the list.

Toys ‘R’ Us is now open inside Katy Mills Mall just in time to help local families with holiday shopping. The location is one of 120 new stores opening across the country.

Fall is in the air, and Katy families can enjoy the seasonal colors as they explore local pumpkin patches. Katy families can count on findin

Katy ISD’s Partners in Education invites the community to support students and families in need during the holiday season through the Food for Families program. Since its inception 19 years ago, the program has raised well over $600,000.

Though the heat may not show it, Fall is in the air. The Katy area is full of great Fall festivals and events that families love.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office report arrests on individuals associated with the $70,000 loss in copper theft at the Katy area Gallery Furniture.

Along with football season comes the days where Katy newcomers are baffled by our Texas-sized mums. It may be strange to newcomers learning the tradition, but the ribbons and bells have become as symbolic of the homecoming festivities as football.

Katy ISD’s Miller Career & Technology Center (MCTC) offers students real-world experiences I multiple career paths. Several programs offer discounted services to the community, where residents can benefit while supporting student growth and experience.

School is back in session along with fall vibes, despite the heat. Katy is full of options for live music, entertainment and events this weekend perfect for Katy families, friends, and couples.

October nears as does fall vibes and the need to outfit Katy children for Halloween. To help local parents, Cinco Ranch Branch Library is once again hosting their popular costume swap.

A Katy couple’s beloved French Bulldog was killed by a coyote last week. They don’t want Eva to have died in vain, they want her story to educate others and save Katy pets.

The Katy ISD board of Trustees approved the District’s Maintenance and Operations and Debt Service Interest tax rates at last night’s regularly scheduled meeting. For three years straight, the board has kept the tax rate fixed as it continues to fund operations at more than 100 schools and facilities.

Lola James Lewis died earlier this month, and her family is thankful for the community’s overwhelming support. The Lewis family has set up a charitable fund in her honor. Learn more in the story.

It’s a big year for Katy ISD’s newest and 10th high school, Freeman High School. A new varsity football program joins a long list of firsts and growing traditions. The Golden Eagles senior football captain is ready to meet the moment and lay the groundwork for a new chapter of Katy football.

The Lone Star Symphonic Band has announced their first concert of the season in Katy. They are a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to bringing performances of artistic merit to the greater Houston area.

The Fulshear Police Department offers a free class open to all local new drivers. The purpose is to educate them on what to do when they interact with law enforcement. The next class is coming up.

For two years a Katy family has searched, been scammed, and prayed for the return of their beloved Belle. Now she is home and with her family thanks to her microchip.

Katy ISD confirmed that a Tays Junior High student has passed away after being struck by a vehicle while riding her electronic scooter.