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Laura Robb
Laura Robb

Editor, Katy and Sugar Land/Missouri City

Laura joined Community Impact Newspaper in 2020 after a few years in the public relations industry. Laura graduated from Texas State University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Originally from North Texas, Laura relocated to Houston after spending three years in Pacific Northwest. Previously, she interned with two radio stations in Central Texas and held the role of features editor at the San Marcos Daily Record. Laura writes about local government, development, transportation, education, real estate and small businesses in these communities.

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627 Malibu Pines Drive has 4 beds and 3 baths, with a space of 2,357 sq. ft. (Courtesy HAR)
Learn more about August's featured neighborhood, Sunterra
Between Oct. 28-Nov. 9, 2020, local food scarcity peaked at 21.4% and has since fluctuated, dropping to 14.2% between June 1 through June 13. (Source: Feeding America/Community Impact Newspaper)
Local food banks struggle to meet growing demand amid supply chain issues, inflation
Freebirds World Burrito has vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. (Courtesy Freebirds World Burrito)
Freebirds World Burrito now open in Katy
Fort Bend County had more than 80,400 people who were considered food insecure in 2020, according to the National Food Security Survey. Local food bank officials said the pandemic has further exacerbated the issue.
Local food banks struggle to meet growing demand amid supply chain issues, inflation
Gadberry Construction was awarded the contract after being identified by the city’s architectural firm as the lowest responsible bidder. (courtesy city of Sugar Land)
Sugar Land City Council approves $1.1M Brazos River Park contract
Much of the Katy area continues to experience lower housing inventory this year compared to last year. Of the six area ZIP codes, only 77094 saw the biggest increase in average home price compared to 2021 with a 19.3% increase. Meanwhile, all area ZIP codes saw significant decreases in the average number of days a home is on the market compared to the same time in 2021. (Courtesy Pexels)
DATA: Katy sees higher home prices, fewer days on the market year over year in July
Local rental rates continue to climb in Katy area
The project comes after a 2016 traffic engineering study revealed the need for improved traffic circulation due to the high number of accidents in the area. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Right-of-way purchase approved for Soldiers Field Drive extension and intersection improvements
FBCSO deputies with their new rank as sergeant include Charles Willeby, Raybon William Hastedt IV, Brooks Cash, Jesus Quiroz, Colin Godmintz, Justin Harris, David Rivera and Joshua Wright. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office promotes 8 deputies
According to Chick-fil-A, an opening date for the new location has not yet been finalized. (Courtesy Chick-fil-A)
Chick-fil-A in Sugar Land to relocate
San Tierra, an apartment community in Katy that is marketed as upscale and luxurious, opened its doors at 1616 Partnership Way in July.
San Tierra apartment complex opens in Katy
City Council officially approved the changes to the city’s code of ordinances, which will go into effect when the signs are posted. The city of Sugar Land is in the process of changing out those signs.  (courtesy Unsplash)
Sugar Land officials approve speed limit changes
Gage Mueller said solar panels can increase a home’s value without increasing property taxes. (George Wiebe/Community Impact Newspaper)
Solar energy specialist answers common questions about solar panels
The garden-style apartment community was constructed in 2008, according to the release, and is made of 12 three-story residential buildings with one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. (Courtesy Pexels)
The Retreat at Cinco Ranch purchased by Sentinel Real Estate Corporation
Located in the The Shops of Bella Terra, the business also offers a variety of coffee. (Courtesy The Baking Cup)
The Baking Cup opens in Richmond
Fire Station No. 7 in Sugar Land is getting $663,841 in renovations to its building and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system after mold was found in 2021. (Courtesy Pexel)
Sugar Land fire station to see $663K in mold renovations
Medicaid expiration could put enrollees at risk
Health care advocates in Texas and Houston said they are worried about what could happen when a provision freezing Medicaid unenrollment ends and millions of people have their safety nets put into jeopardy. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Looming end of Medicaid unenrollment freeze sounds alarms
Incoming Medicaid expiration could put enrollees at risk
Bold Fox Development will begin construction of La Segarra—a 215-acre, Spanish-inspired community—in about 18 months. (Courtesy Pexels)
215-acre Brookshire community La Segarra to begin construction in 2024