Wharton County Junior College broke ground on its Richmond campus expansion June 30. Located at 5333 FM 1640, the community college will add 3,600 square feet to the campus and renovate 9,000 square feet.

The $1.75 million project is intended to add space for the college’s cosmetology and process technology programs. Work is expected to be complete by Aug. 18. 281-239-1500. www.wcjc.edu