KatyGuy

Something really irritates me about HEB. I do not appreciate being stopped as I travel down Fry road to the Grand Parkway in front of HEB. The cops directing traffic let car after car come out of the parking lot and in front of me. I understand the business is trying to create an "easy in" and "easy out" atmosphere for their customers. I just don't like waiting in line while all these cars are let out because I do feel like I have the right of way as I am traveling down the main street (Fry). HEB doesn't respect my time. Am I over-reacting or just having a bad day?

Goode Company BBQ

Now where did you go? Them thinking you should stay in pretty land.

I know what you mean by the "deer in the headlights" look by the wait staff. We went to Wings & Rings about 2 weeks ago for the first time. My wife requested a lime for her coke and the waitress responded that she never heard of that before. Then she promptly handed us a lime slice with her bare hands. The first thing I saw as I opened the door to the restaurant was the "stuffed" animal vending machine game. It's right next to the entrance. The night we went, there was a table with about 3 couples that let their children run wild back and forth to the games (over and over again). Just wasn't a pleasant experience our first go round. We actually liked the "Wings" place located off the Katy Freeway next to the Texas Roadhouse and Slick Willies. I do like how the Villigio is coming along. We go to Berryhills all the time and enjoy it.

The landlord would not renew their contract to keep the old location. I heard that through the grapevine. Sounds like restaurant owner and landlord didn't get along or that landlord just had other plans with the building.

I noticed yesterday in the Katy Sun that they were advertising for all positions at a new Fiesta store that will open on S. Mason Rd. This must be it.

My older son graduated from Cinco and my youngest son currently goes to Seven Lakes. Both are great schools to get an education. The big difference is Cinco is more established and Seven Lakes is "up and coming". This is the first year that Seven Lakes will have a graduation class. We noticed a more established tradition at Cinco in the band program vs Seven Lakes which is constantly growing. Seven Lakes made the State Marching Band contest this year which was a big accomplishment. The Friday night football games at Cinco included many more wins as Seven Lakes won their very first varsity football game this year. My older son seemed to enjoy Cinco and it did prepare him well for college as he is doing very good at his university. My youngest son also enjoys Seven Lakes and his high school experience. If I were just moving to the area either school is fine. One advantage Seven Lakes might have is that their are many new students to the area because of the incredible growth in the area. Other kids moving to the area would have that in common. I could of said the same thing about Cinco Ranch only a few years ago.

I guess no one knows. Oh well... I'll have to wait for the sign to go up.

I noticed they have broken ground directly across the street from the new Whataburger (Westheimer Parkway/Grand Parkway) next to the bank. Does anyone have knowledge on what is going in there? Is it a fast food restaurant?

My son is using this ticket as a learning experience. He had to go to the courthouse and pay $90 for the option of defensive driving. He had to pay another $12 to get his motor vehicle driving record sent. He now has to pay to take defensive driving and spend probably another 6 hours taking it. He did not run a "little red light".... he did not do a "California roll" through a stop sign....his insurance is up to date..... The situation is that he was going 45 in a 40 which was the flow of traffic..... he was stopped by city police not campus police.... the city was lubbock texas..... I feel that them stopping him going 45 in a 40 was just a bit excessive..... I guess there is a first time for everything.... Welcome to life's little hassles....

The ticket indicates he has 12 days to go to court. I know he probably has the defensive driving option. I agree that the ticket is a bit excessive. Some people might think differently. It just upsets me and I wanted to vent.

My very responsible son who has been driving for 3 years (and has a perfect driving record) was pulled over today (for the first time) and given a speeding ticket at college. He was going 45 in a 40. Give me a break. Am I wrong or should he have received a warning? He has a 3.4 GPA his freshman year in college because of his hard work and now he has to worry about a court date. Am I just being an over-protective parent..... Is this just cause for a "warning" or does he deserve his speeding ticket? Anyone care to comment?

Most chains divide their stores up in different zones for various reasons (demographics etc). They tend to have different price zones (different competition, demographics, real estate prices and the cost of doing business). Therefore you see different prices. What's sad is that you see some of the highest prices in the poorest areas of town.

Congratulations to the State champion Katy Tigers..... What an awesome game.....

My son and I walked in the entrance this weekend to see what it was all about.... Lot's of games.... did remind me alot like Chuckee Cheese..... I was hoping it would be more like Jillians..... what caught my eyes was a banner that says 100ft buffet.....it did have a large section of tables in the food area..... this place would be great for families with younger kids.... 2-8 yrs of age.... just my take on it We never really walked in....only windowed shopped with my 14yr old.....

Does this really deserve it's own thread? Just kidding!!!! Go Tigers.... Make Katy Proud!

A bunch of wild party animals looking for a 3am meal on the weekend. Just what we need in our area. Who's going to support the Sun-Thurs 3am business?

Someone told me that they decided against building the townhomes at Villigio. Does anyone know if they are still planning to build these townhomes at the Villigio?

I find it interesting that Denny's plans to be open 24 hours. Who is going to eat at 3 in the morning in the middle of Seven Lakes/Grand Lakes? I would expect a 24 hour restaurant to be off an interstate highway.

Scholtsky's on Mason Road???

One observation is the WestOaks mall itself. The last time I was there it seemed like the mall had many stores that closed.... It was like the mall wasn't doing very well. That would not be a good sign to me about what the future might be like in the mall or the area. When I look at an area, I try to forecast what it would be like in 5 to 10 years from now.

Sounds to me like your unconfirmed report is "gossip". It doesn't make sense to have a BIG LOTS. The demographics won't support a BIG LOTS. I can't see the BIG LOTS executives or the shopping center developers putting in a location there. It doesn't make sense.

What is going up next to the new Firestone? Across the street from Candelarias.....

Texas Roadhouse reminds me of the movie "Field of Dreams"........ "If we build it, they will come" ................ Texas Roadhouse will bring them in..... Is the parking lot big enough?...... Slick Willies and Cold Stone should see a jump in their business due to Texas Roadhouse......

I love the HEB store at Fry/Grand Parkway..... It's a first class store.... Always have lots of business for a reason... You walk in a can chose great food to go..... you can walk in further and see all the different depts.....someone is always demonstrating a new recipe..... I can buy whatever I want.... so much selection.... There is a reason it is alway crowded..... The amenities..... the customer service...