Approximately 100 people have died due to severe flooding in parts of Central Texas, state and local officials reported July 7. The confirmed death toll includes 84 people killed by flooding in Kerr County, 6 in Travis County and 2 in Williamson County. In the Austin area, parts of Georgetown, Leander and Liberty Hill sustained…
The Houston-Galveston Area Council will host eight public meetings starting July 15 regarding the Regional Transportation Plan 2050, according to a July 3 news release. What to know The Regional Transportation Plan outlines future investments in roads, public transit, biking and walking infrastructure, freight systems and new transportation technologies through the year 2050, according to…
Big City Wings is celebrating its 10th anniversary July 10, confirmed business officials. The business will be offering deals at all locations. On July 10, Big City Wings will offer a 10-year anniversary sampler that includes five wings, three tenders, onion rings and pickle spears for $19.95, while on July 16 it will provide $10…
By Natalie Johnson | 2:41 PM Jul 7, 2025 CDT Updated 2:41 PM Jul 7, 2025 CDT Chuy’s is set to bring a location to the intersection of I-45 and FM 1097 in Willis, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration. (Courtesy Chuy’s) Chuy’s is set to bring a location…
Woodforest Wellness Sanctuary & Spa is now offering spa services in Pine Market, including massages, body scrubs and aromatherapy, officials said. The details Officials said Woodforest Wellness Sanctuary & Spa soft-opened May 19 and celebrated its grand opening with 15% off all services June 19. Services offered range from traditional Thai massages and couples massages…
Shield Bearer Executive Director Thad Cardine said the counseling center is celebrating 20 years offering mental health services in July. As part of the 20th anniversary vision, the organization will hold an open house with self-guided tours July 15 from 4-7 p.m. at 12337 Jones Road, Ste. 114, Houston. Cardine said Shield Bearer is raising…
In a world dominated by big-name pharmacies and one-size-fits-all medications, Compounding Shop Pharmacy offers something refreshingly different: personalized medicine tailored to the needs of individual patients. Since opening its doors in 1981, the pharmacy has become a cornerstone of customized care in the Fort Bend County area. Originally founded by a pharmacist with a vision…
The 89th Texas Legislative Session brought sweeping changes to public education from major funding increases to the launch of the state’s first-ever education savings account program. After a stalled effort in the previous session, lawmakers returned with urgency. Over 1,200 public education-related bills were filed this session, with only a fraction becoming law. Of the…
Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Texas Renaissance Festival, which will take place on the weekends between Oct. 11-Nov. 30, organizers announced in a July 3 Facebook post. The Texas Renaissance Festival, founded by George Coulam, is the nation’s largest Renaissance festival, according to its website. It takes place annually on 70 acres…
Foster Creek Ranch, a new land development led by CEO Christopher Boone in Willis, acquired over 1,500 acres of land to develop 600 homesites ranging from 1.5 to 5 acres, according to a June 11 news release. What to know Foster Creek Ranch values preserving nature while fostering a setting where families can thrive, according…
