Bahama Buck's Bahama Buck's will open in Magnolia in September.[/caption]

Take a look back at July's top stories. Here are 10 things you may have missed this month, ranging from business openings and public forums to public safety and a list of family-friendly activities.

1. Bahama Buck's plans September opening on FM 1488
Al Michka and Craig Twardowski will open Bahama Buck’s in September at 6103 FM 1488, Magnolia.

2. Tejas Chocolate Craftory signs lease for second building to open this fall
Tejas Chocolate Craftory, located at 200 N. Elm St., Tomball, will open Tejas Sweet & Savory Provisions in late fall in the former location of Lynn McKay’s at 106 Commerce Street, Tomball.

3. Wildfire in Magnolia-area Crown Ranch subdivision fully contained Wednesday morning, officials said
A fire near the Crown Ranch subdivision along FM 1486 is fully contained Wednesday morning, July 26, said Gary Vincent, Magnolia Volunteer Fire Department chief.

4. Magnolia City Council and Tomball ISD host special meetings, Hwy. 249 closures scheduled: 5 things Tomball, Magnolia residents should know this week July 24-28
The MVFD added a new engine to its fleet during a ceremony Wednesday evening, July 26.

5. Low cost summer fun in Houston: Here are 20 things to do in July and August
From outdoor movies and children’s programs to live entertainment and free museums, there are many inexpensive options for family fun this summer in the Greater Houston area. Here are 20 free and cheap things to do in the region before school resumes.

6. Original City Hall to be torn down
Hidden away near Cisco’s Salsa Co. on North Cherry Street, many residents may not be aware that Tomball’s first City Hall building is still standing—but not for much longer.

7. Maple Creek Bed & Breakfast opens, concrete plant proposed for Magnolia: 4 things to know in Tomball, Magnolia this week, July 10-14
Tomball ISD discussed its budget, and Magnolia City Council amended the city's Unified Development Code.

8. After Middlelands, no off-season festivals in sight for Texas Renaissance Festival
Situated just south of Todd Mission, residents of Magnolia are no strangers to the annual Texas Renaissance Festival and the benefits—as well as the challenges—it brings to the area.

9. Take a look at 403 Eats in Tomball
Old Town Tomball is getting in the food truck trend with its newest park catering to a wide range of palates. Gretchen and Mike Fagan opened 403 Eats on June 1 at 403 E. Main St., Tomball.

10. Baker Hughes, General Electric finalize corporate merger
As the area recovers from the oil and gas downturn of 2014, two of Houston’s largest energy companies have joined forces.