Northern Tool + Equipment will open a new store in late January at 18780 Hwy. 59, Humble, in the Park Air 59 development, according to a news release from the company. The store will be the ninth Houston-area location for the Minnesota-based hardware store, which offers various construction tools. The store will bring almost 20 jobs to the area, according to the release. www.northerntool.com

Gentle Hands Loving Hearts Assisted Living will open in January at 9730 Lockhart Reach Lane, Humble. The assisted-living facility offers private and companion rooms as well as hospice care. 713-863-8830. www.ghlhassistedliving.com
Fountainwood at Lake Houston will open in early 2021 at 17990 W. Lake Houston Parkway, Atascocita. The $45 million development from The National Realty Group will consist of independent- and assisted-living facilities as well as memory care. 281-612-3585. www.fountainwoodatlakehouston.com