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Education

Chief Operating Officer Gregory Buchanan said without the increase, the district could risk losing federal reimbursements by unintentionally subsidizing full-paying students with funds meant for low-income families. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Lamar CISD trustees approve 10-cent lunch price increase for 2025-26 school year

By Valeria Escobar

Chief Operating Officer Gregory Buchanan said without the increase, the district could risk losing federal reimbursements by unintentionally subsidizing full-paying students with funds meant for low-income families.

Houston rental market sees year-over-year surge in ...

Top Restaurant News

Houston-based Coco Crepes & Coffee will soon open a location in The Market at Katy Park development. (Courtesy Coco Crepes & Coffee)

Dining

Coco Crepes & Coffee to open in ...

Wienerschnitzel will no longer open its long-awaited Katy eatery as planned due to alleged “structural safety issues." However, officials are looking for a new spot in the Katy area to bring in the hot dog chain. (Courtesy Wienerschnitzel)

Dining

Wienerschnitzel's Katy opening halted for alleged 'safety ...

Charleys sells a selection of cheesesteaks, wings, fries, shakes and more. (Courtesy Charleys)

Dining

Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings opens on Mason ...

New lighting and effects have been introduced at Rainforest Cafe in Katy Mills Mall. (Courtesy Rainforest Cafe)

Dining

Rainforest Cafe reopens in Katy Mills Mall ...

Einstein Bros. Bagels will open its first location in the Katy area later this year. (Courtesy Einstein Bros. Bagels)

Dining

Einstein Bros. Bagels to open in Cinco ...

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Development

In mid-April, TMEIC broke ground on its manufacturing facility that will create uninterruptible power supply systems, or UPS systems, to support data centers. (Courtesy Vince Yokom)

TMEIC Corporation Americas breaks ground on manufacturing facility in Waller County

By Kelly Schafler

In mid-April, TMEIC broke ground on its manufacturing facility that will create uninterruptible power supply systems, or UPS systems, to support data centers.

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Education

Board President Jacci Hotzel, who serves on the district’s Schools of Choice Committee, emphasized that while no formal commitments have been made, the latest developments represent an important step in evaluating potential partners. (Community Impact staff)

LCISD board approves potential partners for School of Choice initiative; no formal partnerships yet

By Valeria Escobar

Board President Jacci Hotzel, who serves on the district’s Schools of Choice Committee, emphasized that while no formal commitments have been made, the latest developments represent an important step in evaluating potential partners.

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Transportation

'I need your help': Whitmire leans into ...

Transportation

Harris County offers $15 shared ride credit ...

HAS Director Jim Szczesniak said work on major capital projects to expand different terminals and provide better service is continuing in both airports. (Rendering courtesy United Airlines)

Transportation

Houston Airport System to work on initiatives ...

Beginning May 14, North Terminal Road will be closed to the traveling public from John F. Kennedy Blvd. to west of Terminal B. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Transportation

Houston Airport System officials implement traffic flow ...

On April 29, contractors pour concrete on FM 1463, where work on a widening project between I-10 and FM 1093 will continue into 2027. Some business owners said the construction reduces access and visibility to their businesses. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact)

Transportation

Project pains: 5-year FM 1463 widening frustrates ...

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Top Government News

Government

New Katy Visitors Center now open in Historic Town Square

By Aubrey Vogel

City officials cut the ribbon on the new Katy Visitors Center May 21 providing a new space to showcase the city’s history and local amenities.

Top Business News

Blue Fish Pediatrics has relocated into a standalone building to support growth. (Courtesy 35 South Capital)

Business

Blue Fish Pediatrics relocates to standalone location ...

Business

99 Favor Taste Hot Pot and BBQ ...

Texas Furniture Hut offers designer and custom-made furniture including couches, dining tables and bedroom sets. (Courtesy Texas Furniture Hut)

Business

Texas Furniture Hut to close after 23 ...

Houston International Table Tennis Academy will relocate to a 28,000-square-foot space that will feature more than 40 training tables and space to host national and international tournaments. (Rendering courtesy Houston International Table Tennis Academy)

Business

Houston International Table Tennis Academy to expand ...

BunSlut burgers are prepared with cheese, grilled onions, pickles and the concept's signature sauce. (Courtesy BunSlut)

Business

BunSlut, Fogo de Chão among 8 businesses ...

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Texas Legislature

Texas Senate votes to expand medical cannabis program; THC ban sent to governor

By Hannah Norton

Texas senators voted unanimously May 27 to expand the state’s Compassionate Use Program. The latest version of House Bill 46 would increase the conditions covered, allowing doctors to prescribe a wider variety of products and quadruple the amount of licensed medical cannabis dispensaries.