Missed any of our articles from last week? Take a look at what you might have missed from Community Impact’s coverage areas in Houston from Jan. 29-Feb. 2.

Fort Bend County commissioners OK $6.27M toll road project to fix 'dangerous' intersection

Work will begin this spring on a project to shift an entrance ramp located near the Fort Bend Parkway Toll Road and Beltway 8 intersection, making the dangerous area safer for drivers and nearby residents, officials said.

Read the full story by Editor Kelly Schafler.

First hospital in Friendswood to open in October


Friendswood Community Hospital is set to open in Friendswood in 2024, according to an email from spokesperson Lottie Parada.

Read the full story by Reporter Haley Velasco.

High Meadow West now selling homesites along FM 1486


High Meadow West, a residential community located along FM 1486, has begun selling 1-plus acre homesites, according to a Jan. 23 news release.
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The 1,600-acre community will house 1,000 families once it is completed, according to the news release. Homes must have a minimum of 3,200 square feet of living space, with back- or side-facing garages.

Read the full story by Reporter Lizzy Spangler.

Houston to close lanes around Texas Medical Center during repair work


Lane closures are going into effect Feb. 2 in the heart of the Texas Medical Center as officials with the Houston Public Works Department work on underground wastewater line repairs in the area.


Read the full story by Editor Shawn Arrajj.

7 events throughout Greater Houston that celebrate Black History Month


Looking for ways to celebrate Black History Month in Houston? See these seven events happening throughout the month of February in the Greater Houston area.

See the full story by Reporter Asia Armour.