Missed any of our articles from this week? Take a look at what you might have missed from Community Impact’s coverage areas in Houston from May 27-31.

Experts share what to expect this hurricane season, how to prepare

With hurricane season beginning June 1 and running through Nov. 30, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration officials predict an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season.

Read the full story by Reporter Aubrey Vogel.

Humble ISD opens dinosaur-themed playground at Atascocita Springs Elementary


Humble ISD officials opened a new playground at Atascocita Springs Elementary in Atascocita on May 20. Officials noted the playground is coming as part of the district's $775 million bond approved by voters in 2022.

Read the full story by Reporter Wesley Gardner.

Montgomery County identifies $1.5B in needs for first bond in 9 years


For the first time in nearly 10 years, Montgomery County commissioners are working on building a new road and infrastructure bond referendum to address an estimated $1.5 billion in project needs across the county.
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Read the full story by Reporter Jessica Shorten.

Q&A: Learn about Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital's new Maternal Mental Health Program


Elizabeth Barnett, the director of the Childbirth Center at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, spoke with Community Impact about the hospital's new Maternal Mental Health Program, which launched in 2023 and provides free resources for patients who are new mothers, including support groups for a variety of conditions, individual and family counseling, and help with medication management.

Read the full story by Reporter Angela Bonilla.


Houston Restaurant Weeks food bank fundraiser set to return this summer


Houston foodies can go out and eat for a good cause starting Aug. 1 as various restaurants will be participating in Houston Restaurant Weeks, offering deals on prix fixe brunch, lunch and dinner options. A portion of proceeds from these meals will go toward the Houston Food Bank.

Read the full story by Intern Atirikta Kumar.