New Firehouse Subs coming to Katy this summer

A new Firehouse Subs is expected to open at 6630 FM 1463, Katy, in August or September. (Courtesy Firehouse Subs)

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By Morgan Theophil | 9:41 AM Jul 7, 2021 CDT | Updated 9:41 AM Jul 7, 2021 CDT

A new Firehouse Subs is expected to open at 6630 FM 1463, Katy, in August or September.

The sub shop, which was founded by firefighters, serves hot specialty subs with fresh ingredients. www.firehousesubs.com

By Morgan Theophil

Morgan joined Community Impact Newspaper in January 2021 as the reporter for the Katy edition. She graduated from the University of Oregon's School of Journalism in 2018.

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