99 Cents Only Stores to close business operations nationwide, including 18 stores in Houston
Officials with the 99 Cents Only Stores discount chain, founded in 1982, announced the closure of its business operations in an April 4 news release.
Read the full story by Reporter Jovanna Aguilar.
Modern Mexican restaurant Maximo now open in West University
A new modern Mexican concept from Local Foods Group—the restaurateurs who created eateries such as Local Foods, Eau Tour and Lee's Den—is now open in Houston's West University neighborhood.
Read the full story by Reporter Asia Armour.
Bay Area Habitat for Humanity to dedicate new affordable home in Texas City
Bay Area Habitat for Humanity will dedicate a new home in Texas City on April 16.
The public is invited to witness the dedication of the new home to a family in Texas City, according to an April 9 news release from the nonprofit.
Read the full story by Reporter Rachel Leland.
New Meyerland pedestrian bridge named after the late Rabbi Samuel Karff
State, county and local officials gathered in Meyerland on April 9 to announce the new pedestrian and bike bridge over Brays Bayou Greenway that will be named after the late Rabbi Samuel Karff.
Read the full story by Reporter Melissa Enaje.
Fort Bend County forms committee to explore countywide 311 consistent service options
Getting an issue resolved in Fort Bend County could soon be just a phone call or click away.
At an April 9 meeting, Fort Bend County commissioners voted to create a committee to explore the technology and staff members needed to start a countywide 311 program to handle nonemergency resident requests, including filing complaints and finding information about services.
Read the full story by Reporter Aubrey Vogel.
