Saddle Up for 200 Years of Texas History at The George Ranch with a Year-Long Celebration

Texas history is alive and well at The George Ranch, as this year, 2024, marks the 200th Anniversary of the Ranch believed to be the oldest and largest ranch in Texas. Established in 1824, this significant milestone in Texas history was kicked off with a champagne toast for the Planning Committee in the...

Lamar CISD Board Approves Namesakes for Six New Campuses

At the December Board meeting, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees approved six names for new campuses including elementary schools 35-38, middle school 7 and a future campus site. In the next phase, these elementary schools will be matched with the respective namesake. Namesakes selected include: Antonio...

The Great Pumpkin Round Up: Open Saturdays Through Thanksgiving at The George Ranch

Just in time for the Fall season and fabulous photo ops, The George Ranch’s popular fall-themed event, The Great Pumpkin Round Up, presented by Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, returns this year, bigger and better than ever! For the third year, The George Ranch will showcase a fantastic Fall feature...

Child Advocates of Fort Bend Announces 2023 Christmas Home Tour Dates

This event began 32 years ago as a fundraiser to keep Child Advocates of Fort Bend’s (CAFB) doors open. A group of volunteers opened their homes, decorated for Christmas, baked cookies and charged admission. The tour was a success and has since become a Fort Bend County holiday tradition. “We have lots...

10-Year Anniversary Community Wide Event Celebrates a Decade of Support from the Katy Community

The Ballard House is thrilled to announce its 10-year anniversary with a grand “Community Wide Event” on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The event, held at The Ballard House located at 21421 Cinco Park Blvd., Katy, Texas 77450, is open to the public. For the past ten years,...

The George Foundation Welcomes Chief Grants Officer Shannan Stavinoha

The George Foundation is pleased to announce Shannan Stavinoha as Chief Grants Officer. In her role, Stavinoha will lead the Foundation’s grantmaking strategy and programs in pursuit of its mission to positively impact Fort Bend County and its residents. Stavinoha will work closely with Foundation staff,...

Lamar CISD Board Unanimously Approves $15M Bond for Athletics

During the Board Meeting on August 15th, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees called for a bond election containing one proposition for consideration by community voters totaling $15 million.  The single bond proposition would cover renovations and improvements to Guy K. Traylor Stadium, including bleachers,...

The George Foundation Welcomes Chief Grants Officer Shannan Stavinoha

The George Foundation is pleased to announce Shannan Stavinoha as Chief Grants Officer. In her role, Stavinoha will lead the Foundation’s grantmaking strategy and programs in pursuit of its mission to positively impact Fort Bend County and its residents. Stavinoha will work closely with Foundation staff,...

Where’s Ali?

SNAP A PHOTO WITH ALI TO WIN! Find Ali and SNAP a selfie. Post selfie to your Facebook or Instagram. Tag and check in to George Ranch Historical Park to verify your entry. Good luck and get SNAPPIN’! Don’t worry – Ali doesn’t really bite! Find Ali the Alligator – the George Ranch’s newest...

Katy ISD Announces 2022-2023 Student-Athletes of the Year

It’s that time of year when Katy ISD proudly announces its outstanding female and male student-athletes of the year.  The District is honored to recognize Maelynn Kim from Seven Lakes High School (SLHS) and Gavin Rutherford from Cinco Ranch High School (CRHS) as the 2022-2023 Student-Athletes of the...