Katy Area News Brief — September 1, 2026

Schools

Katy ISD ‘26 Fall Sports Preview: Teams Kick Off Season Aimed at Titles, Respect and Excellence. Katy ISD has released a preview of its fall sports season, highlighting teams preparing to compete for championships. The preview emphasizes goals of respect and excellence across the district’s athletic programs as the new season begins. Source

Harris County

Harris, Waller counties, drainage district announce joint flood resiliency coalition. Harris and Waller counties, along with a local drainage district, have announced the formation of a joint coalition focused on flood resiliency. The partnership aims to coordinate efforts across jurisdictional lines to address flooding concerns in the region. Source

Development

The Only Facial opens 2nd Greater Houston location in Katy. The Only Facial has opened its second Greater Houston-area location in Katy. This expansion adds to the business’s presence in the region. Source