Throughout the year, Community Impact has covered a multitude of topics, including healthcare, education, local government, new businesses, development and transportation. Here are the top trending stories from 2022.

1. Redistricting maps bring shifts in representation to Houston

Texas legislators approved new lines for statewide and congressional districts in mid-October, and some lawmakers and advocates are criticizing what they say is a failure to reflect growth across communities of color.

Published on: Nov. 1, 2021

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2. MAP: See where the new Harris County commissioner precincts will be

Harris County commissioners approved a map showing new commissioner precincts following the 2020 U.S. census during a special meeting Oct. 28 with Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey and Precinct 4 Jack Cagle opposing the maps.

Published on: Nov. 5, 2021

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3. 1,080-acre community to be developed at FM 1774, Hwy. 105 in Plantersville

A 1,080-acre residential community with commercial space is in the works for the intersection of Hwy. 105 and FM 1774 in Plantersville, according to a May 2 release from NewQuest Properties, a commercial real estate firm.

Published on: May 2, 2022

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4. Target opens larger store concept in Katy

On Nov. 10, Target debuted a more expansive—yet sustainable—design concept in its newest location in north Katy.

Published on: Nov. 11, 2022

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5. Magnolia ISD approves 2022-23 school year calendar

The Magnolia ISD board of trustees approved the district’s academic calendar for the upcoming 2022-23 school year at its Feb. 10 meeting.

Published on: Feb. 15, 2022

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6. Cinemark at Market Street closes in The Woodlands

Cinemark at Market Street, located at 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands, officially closed Dec. 31.

Published on: Jan. 5, 2022

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7. Q&A: Get to know the Republican candidates for Harris County judge ahead of March primaries

Fifteen candidates are vying for the position of Harris County judge in the upcoming March primaries, including nine Republicans and six Democrats.

Published on: Feb. 9, 2022

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8. The Signorelli Co. announces 7,000-home community development in east Montgomery County to open in 2023

The Signorelli Co. plans to break ground on a new 7,000-home master-planned community in east Montgomery County by the third quarter of this year, according to a June 1 news release from the developer.

Published on: June 2, 2022

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9. The Nest Diner now open on Barker Cypress Road

Officials with The Nest Diner at 11808 Barker Cypress Road, Ste. K, Cypress, said the diner will move to full operating hours later this month from 7 a.m.-9 p.m.

Published on: Sept. 8, 2022

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10. 5 new additions to the Texas Renaissance Festival

The Texas Renaissance Festival will be coming to Todd Mission for a new season from Oct. 8-Nov. 27. Celebrating 48 years, the festival has added a variety of new features from new vendors to new performances.

Published on: Sept. 23, 2022

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