We Talking Playoffs?: First-round set for some; Final Spots Clinched This Week
Itโs that time of the year again, the Texas High School playoffs are a week away. Now that most districts are locked in, we check out some potential Class 6A first-round matchups. We also see who needs big wins this week to secure there spot in the first round.
VYPEU: Photo Gallery Cy Creek Area Champs
On Tuesday, March 29th, the Cypress Creek boys soccer team took on Cinco Ranch in the 6A Area round of playoffs. The Cy-Creek Cougars won the home game with a score of 1-0. Creek now advances to play against the Ridge Point Panthers. Here are photos from the game.
Fort Bend County man issued fake CPR certification cards to hundreds of people from his county home, authorities say
Fort Bend County authorities are expected to hold a news conference Thursday to discuss an undercover sting operation in Cinco Ranch involving fraudulent CPR certifications in Fort Bend County.
โWe believe there are more victimsโ: Katy jewelry store owner accused of stealing millions from customers, other jewelry dealers
Santiago Mora, owner of Alku Jewelers in Katy is accused of stealing millions of dollars from customers and other jewelry dealers.He was arrested in Miami on federal charges and is now awaiting extradition back to Texas.
Cinco Ranch High School student wins filmmakers contest: Watch Colten Boylesโ full short film โDecafโ
Cinco Ranch High School is celebrating one of its senior students after he won a gold medal in the UIL state filmmakers contest. According to a press release from Katy ISD, Colten Boylesโ standout short film titled โDecafโ held the line against hundreds of the best student films from across Texas, withstanding multiple rounds of the competition as it captured the attention of judges for both its creativity and technical production and post-production editing. โFor a student to produce a film of this caliber demands a steady commitment, a professional level of creativity, and a willingness to work collaboratively with others for a final product,โ said Mike Marrie, Cinco Ranch video production and animation instructor. โThe most attractive feature of Coltenโs film is that it keeps the audience engaged and intrigued by providing what all superior films do: building appealing characters and telling a great story.โAdAccording to the release, the film depicts โa self-proclaimed detective get(ting) his only joy in life, a cup of Joe, stolen from him. He sets out on a hunt for the one responsible to then exact revenge.โWatch the full film below.
Dish Society expands Katy location with double indoor, patio seating
HOUSTON โ Dish Society customers in Katy can look forward to expanded seating after its Cinco Ranch location moves to a new space less than 500 feet away. In a news release, the original location, opened in 2015 acquired the space formerly occupied by โThe Blue Fishโ will have more patio space and greenery with families in mind so parents can enjoy the outdoors while their kids play. The space expanded from 2,600 square feet to 4,100 square feet, with the capacity to seat 100 patrons indoors, 20 at the expanded bar, and 80 outside at the patio, which will be open year-round equipped with heaters and fans. Hours and service will remain the same, including to-go orders and curbside pickup, the release said. Dish Society in LaCenterra/Cinco Ranch is located at 2643 Commercial Center Blvd., Suite B350, in Katy.
VYPE Houston Boy's Soccer Rankings powered by Lethal Enforcer Soccer 3/22
VYPE has partnered with Lethal Enforcer Soccer to provide the best soccer team rankings in the Greater Houston area. Every week, we will bring you a new set of Class 6A and 5A Boys and Girls Soccer Rankings. Check out the latest rankings below! CLASS 6A1- Seven Lakes2- Ridge Point3- The Woodlands4- Langham Creek5- Humble6- Cinco Ranch7- Dobie8- Klein Forest9- North Shore10- Bridgeland11- Klein Cain12- Jersey VillageCLASS 5A1- Kingwood Park2- Galena Park3- Paetow4- Friendswood5- Sharpstown6- Porter7- Magnolia West8- Wisdom9- Crosby10- Foster11- Goose Creek Memorial12- TerryCLASS 4A1- Brazosport2- Splendora3- Lumberton4- Livingston5- Royal6- Huffman7- East ChambersAd8- Columbia9- Bellville10- Scarborough11- Stafford12- Furr
VYPE Houston Boy's Soccer Rankings powered by Lethal Enforcer Soccer 3/15
VYPE has partnered with Lethal Enforcer Soccer to provide the best soccer team rankings in the Greater Houston area. Every week, we will bring you a new set of Class 6A and 5A Boys and Girls Soccer Rankings. Check out the latest rankings below! CLASS 6A1- Ridge Point2- The Woodlands3- Seven Lakes4- Humble5- Langham Creek6- Cinco Ranch7- Dobie8- Bridgeland9- Klein Forest10- North Shore11- Klein Cain12- Fort Bend Elsik13- Katy Taylor14- Jersey Village15- Cy-Fair16- Strake Jesuit17- Tompkins18- MacArthur19- Conroe20- Channelview21- Cy-Ridge22- Lamar23- Cy-Springs24- Brazoswood25- DullesCLASS 5A1- Kingwood Park2- Galena Park3- Sharpstown4- Friendswood5- Paetow6- Magnolia West7- Foster8- WisdomAd9- Crosby10- Caney Creek11- Fulshear12- Nederland
VYPE 2021 Baseball Preview:โ Public School #18 Cinco Ranch
Cinco Ranch was rolling in 2020 when COVID-19 hit. Disappointing, yes, but the Cougars could make some noise in District 19-6A this year. Cinco Ranch is blessed with pitching that includes Blake Hansen, Aidan Carnahan, Zach Royse, and Jacob Wiggins, who are able to take the ball from coach Brett Wallace at any time. The Ranch has never been past the second round of the postseason, so let's see if the Cougars can build a new culture starting in 2021. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 2021 VYPE BASEBALL/SOFTBALL MAGAZINECLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 2021 VYPE BASEBALL/SOFTBALL PHOTOSAdCLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL DIGITAL MAGAZINE
VYPE Houston Girl's Soccer Rankings powered by Lethal Enforcer Soccer
VYPE has partnered with Lethal Enforcer Soccer to provide the best soccer team rankings in the Greater Houston area. Every week, we will bring you a new set of Class 6A and 5A Boys and Girls Soccer Rankings. Check out the latest rankings below! CLASS 6A1- Ridge Point (5 Weeks at #1)2- The Woodlands3- Memorial4- Bridgeland5- Tompkins6- Seven Lakes7- Cy-Fair8- Tomball Memorial9- Deer Park10- College Park11- Cy-Woods12- Clear Lake13- Atascocita14- Beaumont Westbrook15- Pearland16- Kingwood17- Klein Cain18- Bellaire19- Grand Oaks20- Cinco Ranch21- Tomball22- Cy-Creek23- George Ranch24- Stratford25- KleinCLASS 5A1- Magnolia (New #1)2- Kingwood Park3- Friendswood4- Katy JordanAd5- Foster6- Port Neches-Groves7- College Station8- Fulshear9- A&M Consolidated10- Montgomery11- Barbers Hill12- Kempner13- Angleton14- Nederland15- Manvel16- Lake Creek17- Waller18- Porter19- Sanat Fe20- texas City
VYPE Houston Boy's Soccer Top 20 powered by Lethal Enforcer Soccer
VYPE has partnered with Lethal Enforcer Soccer to provide the best soccer team rankings in the Greater Houston area. Every week, we will bring you a new set of Class 6A and 5A Boys and Girls Soccer Rankings. Check out the latest rankings below! CLASS 6A1- Ridge Point2- Cinco Ranch3- The Woodlands4- Seven Lakes5- Bridgeland6- Klein Cain7- North Shore8- Klein Forest9- Humble10- Fort Bend Elsik11- Dobie12- Tompkins13- Langham Creek14- Strake Jesuit15- Clear Springs16- Channelview17- Katy Taylor18- Memorial19- Cy-Falls20- AldineCLASS 5A1- Kingwood Park2- Paetow3- Friendswood4- Magnolia West5- Galena Park6- Lamar Consolidated7- Sharpstown8- Foster9- Nederland10-Wisdom11- Crosby12- Caney Creek13- New Caney Porter14- Barbers Hill15- College StationAd16- Magnolia17- Manvel18- Terry19- Milby20- Fulshear
Cinco Ranch HS graduate continues to excel, setting standard for Rice Owls
HOUSTON โ Senior Nicole Lennon brings fire, energy, and leadership to the Rice Owls. โWhat I really appreciate about her is that she really knows how to celebrate the game,โ said head coach Genny Volpe. Lennonโs leadership on the court is obvious, but coach Volpe said her leadership off the court is just as important. โMy goal for myself, always, is just to be the best possible leader and supporter for my team and my teammates,โ Lennon said. โFor overall team chemistry, having good relationships together transfers onto the court in how we play,โ Lennon said.
H-Town High School Sports: Highlight Gallery
The H-Town High School Sports Show continues on AT&T SportsNet and with that came some Football & Basketball Game Highlight Clips! Check out some amazing plays from across the Greater Houston area and be sure to subscribe to VYPE on YouTube for more great video content! Magnolia vs New CaneyCinco Ranch vs Seven LakesBaytown Lee vs Baytown SterlingConcordia Lutheran vs Westbury Christian - BasketballShadow Creek vs Hightower - BasketballFulshear vs College Station - VolleyballSeven Lakes vs Katy - Volleyball
4 teens injured in Cinco Ranch crash
HOUSTON โ Four teens were injured Saturday when a vehicle flipped in Cinco Ranch. The crash was reported about 8 p.m. near the intersection of Commercial Center and Cinco Ranch boulevards. According to a tweet from Fort Bend County deputies, the teen driver lost control of the vehicle. Video of the scene showed the vehicle on its side after hitting a light pole. Deputies said two of the teens were flown to the hospital and two others were taken by ambulance.
VYPE Houston 6A Football Rankings: Spring makes huge leap into Top 20
1 North Shore Mustangs (4-0) Defeated Manvel 48-14; Next Up West BrookNo. 3 Katy Taylor Mustangs (4-0) Defeated Seven Lakes 49-31; Next Up TompkinsNo. 4 Bridgeland Bears (4-0) Defeated Cy Woods 35-27; Next Up Cy RanchNo. 8 Pearland Dawson Eagles (4-0) Defeated Pearland 17-6; Next Up Alief TaylorNo. 10 Westfield Mustangs (2-1) Lost to Spring 27-23; ByeNo.
Woman saves toddler who ran onto busy freewayโs exit in middle of night in Fort Bend County, officials say
Thatโs what happened to Ms. Davis, who didnโt want her full identity revealed, Sunday at 9:30 p.m. the Westpark Tollway and Grand Parkway interchange in Fort Bend County near Cinco Ranch. โIt frightened him, He was crying, he was hysterical.โAfter stopping her vehicle, Davis and her husband grabbed the little boy and placed him inside their vehicle -- even as other cars continued to drive by at normal speeds. Davis said she is thankful she was there to help and thankful he was reunited with his mother. โBecause I didnโt sleep because I was like, โWhat if they just dropped this kid off?โ I was thinking some of everything.โCPS was called to the ER where the boy was determined to be in good health. CPS released the child to the mother pending its open investigation for neglectful supervision.
VYPE Football 2020 Preview: District 19-6A
The offense will be aided by two key transfers, shifty senior RB Sherman Smith and speedy junior WR Joshua McMillan II. The Mavs return six offensive starters and five defensive starters. SEVEN LAKES SPARTANSThe Spartans return four offensive starters and three defensive starters from a 4-6 team. Defensively, Seven Lakes will be led by senior LB Adam North (44 tackles) and senior DL Hayden Pratt. Senior QB Evan Dunn and senior RB Caleb Leapheart showed promise in spurts last season.
VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Libero/Defensive Specialist of the Year Poll
VYPE wants the fans to vote for their favorite Houston Volleyball player! The VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Libero/Defensive Specialist of the Year Poll is now live! All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Libero/Defensive Specialist of the Year Poll (Poll Closes Wed 7/22 at 7pm)
2020 VYPE Girls Cross Country Preview (Public School): Preseason Team, Runner Rankings
An experienced senior group is back, headed by Addison Stevenson, who finished ninth overall with a time of 18:06.58. If Tompkins can push a few more girls into the Top 30 spots, they could contend for a higher team finish. The team finished 13th overall at last year's state meet but do return some experience. OTHERS TO WATCH: Huffman FalconsHuffman finished ninth overall at the UIL State Cross Country meet last year. They do lose two senior runners but return three more harriers with experience.
VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Outside Hitter of the Year Poll
VYPE wants the fans to vote for their favorite Houston Volleyball player! The VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Outside Hitter of the Year Poll is now live! All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Outside Hitter of the Year Poll (Poll Closes Tue 7/14 at 7pm)
VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Setter of the Year Poll
VYPE wants the fans to vote for their favorite Houston Volleyball player! The VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Setter of the Year Poll is now live! All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Setter of the Year Poll (Poll Closes Tue 7/7 at 7pm)
VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Setter of the Year Poll
VYPE wants the fans to vote for their favorite Houston Volleyball player! The VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Setter of the Year Poll is now live! All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Setter of the Year Poll (Poll Closes Tue 7/7 at 7pm)
The dust came, but why?
The Saharan Dust ruled the sky over the weekend. Below is a look at the current Saharan Air Layer showing light dust in the Caribbean (thatโs what is coming) with more dust (the pink) coming off the continent. Latest Saharan Dust satelliteWhy is it happening? So WHY is this such a banner year for Saharan dust? Those storms that cross Africa create winds that blow the Saharan dust into the Atlantic.
VYPE Houston Fan Poll: Boys Jumper of the Year
Despite the 2020 track and field season being cut short, there were still some amazing performances. VYPE has scoured the standings on MileSplit.com and have gathered the best of the best in the jumps. VYPE picked the top performers from the high jump, long jump and triple jump events! Go crazy track nation and vote for the 2020 VYPE Houston Boys Jumper of the Year in this fan poll. VYPE Houston Boys Jumper of the Year Fan Poll (Closes Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m.)
The 12 areas in Houston that got the most rain today
Today's rain in Houston brought up to five inches of rain in some areas though most got between 1-2 inches of the wet stuff. Here is a list of some of the highest amounts:- Almost 4.5" Cinco Ranch and West Memorial Area- 3.76" at George Bush Park- 2.88" Addicks Reservoir- 2.80" Hunters Creek Village- 2.76" South Mayde Creek- 2.24" Memorial Park- 2.24" Bellaire- 2.12" The Heights- 2.64" Pasadena- 2.40" Friendswood- 2.32" Dickinson- 1.72" DowntownCopyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.
Executive Nails & Spa to open in Katys Cinco Ranch area
General Manager Andy Nguyen of Executive Nails & Spas Tomball location confirmed the luxury nail spa will open a new location in Cinco Ranch at 9507 Spring Green Blvd., Katy, and further details are to be determined. At its various locations in the Greater Houston area, the spa offers facials, eyelash extensions and massages.832-663-5559. www.executivenailsspa.com
communityimpact.comHomeowner fatally shot in Fort Bend County burglary near Cinco Ranch
Homeowner fatally shot in Fort Bend County burglary near Cinco RanchA man is dead Wednesday morning after Fort Bend County investigators said he was shot by two intruders who broke into the man's home overnight. Photo: OnScene.TV Photo: OnScene.TV Image 1 of / 5 Caption Close Homeowner fatally shot in Fort Bend County burglary near Cinco Ranch 1 / 5 Back to GalleryBurglars fatally shot a man early Wednesday inside his home near Cinco Ranch, moments after he had called authorities to report a broken window, authorities said. We have a homeowner here in Fort Bend County who is no longer with us," Nehls said. This is the first homicide in Fort Bend County in the last six weeks, Nehls said. "It doesn't happen very often in Fort Bend County but when it does, we're going to do everything we can to identify them and apprehend them."
chron.comAging population in Katy area accommodated by new lifestyle community
A new lifestyle community for those who are 55 years and older will hold a grand opening at its Cinco Ranch location at 25500 Westheimer Parkway on Sept. 26. People are living healthy, active lives for longer than ever before, said Jeff Patterson, the managing partner of project developer and owner Sparrow Partners, in a press release. They need housing that meets their lifestyle and desire for friendships and community long after their need for extra bedrooms and yards are gone.Over 26% of the Katy area population is 55 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Because Sola Cinco Ranch is not an assisted-living facility. Austin-based Sparrow Partners developed, built and own Sola Cinco Ranch and Sparrow Living manage the property.
communityimpact.comCenter Court Pizza & Brew to open in Katy area
Center Court Pizza & Brew will open a new location in the Cinco Ranch area at 550 Spring Green Blvd., Ste. The family-friendly pizzeria offers a menu of pizzas, calzones, sandwiches, wings, salads and appetizers. The location will also have TVs to watch sports, arcade games and a bar. Pearland-based Center Court has eight locations across the Greater Houston area, including one near Fulshear at 26440 FM 1093, Ste. www.ccpizzabrew.com
communityimpact.comYoung teens blamed for ransacking Cinco Ranch home while owner was out of town
It's not okay," said the homeowner.Then on July 6, the officials with the sheriff's office say teens somehow gained access to the home and ransacked it.Video and photos from inside show overturned mattresses and items scattered everywhere. On top of the mess, Nick says 33 handbags were stolen, some designer including Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Burberry. She said two sets of Louis Vuitton luggage were stolen, along with Gucci and Burberry shoes.Additionally, Nick said $8,200 in cash was taken. No matter what their age is, there shouldn't be a limit on age," Nick said.Now Nick wants the teens held accountable. Officials say the teens could face charges including trespassing, theft and/or burglary.
abc13.comTeal Poppy opens in LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch
Teal Poppy opened its storefront at LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch in late June at 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Ste. G125, Katy. The boutique sells womens clothing, such as denim, dresses, blouses, tanks and T-shirts, as well as accessories, including shoes, jewelry and totes. 832-464-0820. www.tealpoppy.com
communityimpact.comOn the Move: Relocation Spotlight on Newland Communities
On the Move: Relocation Spotlight on Newland CommunitiesNewland Communities is responsible for the development of some of the most celebrated master-planned communities throughout the country. Today, Newland is concentrating on Elyson, the companys newest community, which opened in 2016 in Katy. MS: What is the general price range, size and style of homes in Elyson? TN: They start in the low to mid-$200,000s and go to the $700,000 price range, and are from about 1,500 to 5,000 square feet, with a very traditional Houston look. MS: What do you think has made your communities consistently popular among home buyers?
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