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Education

Humble ISD officials are asking for public feedback on how the district should move forward with its Portrait of a Graduate program. (Community Impact staff)

Humble ISD seeks community feedback on Portrait of a Graduate program

By Wesley Gardner

Humble ISD's Portrait of a Graduate program was created using public feedback during the 2016-17 school year, and outlines skills and traits community members want students to develop in the classroom in addition to academics.

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Top Election News

Election

Early voting to decide three positions on Harris County Emergency Services Department 11's board of commissioners began April 22. (Courtesy Harris County Emergency Services District 11)

Early voting for Harris County ESD 11 commissioner election begins April 22

By Wesley Gardner

Three at-large positions are up for grabs on ESD 11’s board of commissioners in the May 4 local election, meaning the three candidates who receive the most votes will be awarded seats on the board.

Top Restaurant News

Handmade tortillas encasing tacos, tortas and burritos, as well as small plates, soups and salads make up the menu at Maximo. (Courtesy Julie Soefer)

Dining

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Based in California, Nick the Greek offers a menu of Mediterranean-inspired salads, bowls and gyros, as well as authentic Greek treats, including baklava and loukoumades. (Courtesy Nick the Greek)

Dining

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An array of menu items available at Nick the Greek

Dining

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Dining

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Dining

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Top Development News

Development

Fall Creek, a 2,300-acre master planned community in Humble, will host a grand opening celebration for the butterfly garden at Enclave Park on April 27. (Courtesy Pexels)

Fall Creek to celebrate grand opening of butterfly garden at Enclave Park

By Hannah Brol

Fall Creek, a 2,300-acre master planned community in Humble, will host a grand opening celebration for the butterfly garden at Enclave Park on April 27.

Top Education News

Education

Humble ISD officials held an April 22 groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction of Lake Houston Middle School. (Courtesy Humble ISD)

Humble ISD officials break ground on Lake Houston Middle School

By Wesley Gardner

Lake Houston Middle School, which is scheduled to open before the start of the 2025-26 school year, will be located on West Lake Houston Parkway and Timber Forest Drive near Centennial Elementary School in Atascocita.

Top Transportation News

Southwest Airlines announced it will stop flights to and from Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport starting Aug. 4 following a first-quarter loss. (Courtesy Southwest Airlines)

Transportation

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Transportation

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A drone view of construction at the Northpark Drive overpass project site

Transportation

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Transportation

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Transportation

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Top Government News

Government

Supreme Court will not review bid to expand voting by mail in Texas

By Hannah Norton

Three Texans argued the state’s mail-in voting requirements discriminate against younger voters, who must provide a valid excuse, such as a disability or illness, to vote by mail.

Top Business News

Business

Infinite Hitting Humble celebrates early March opening

Business

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Old Humble Distilling Company officials are hosting an April 27 grand opening for the distillery's new tasting room. (Courtesy Old Humble Distilling Company)

Business

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A table holds medical supplies like a first-aid kit, flashlights, and more.

Business

Tax-free emergency supply sales run April 27-29

Gordon Restaurant Market officials celebrated the opening of their new location in Humble in early April. (Courtesy Gordon Restaurant Market)

Business

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Top Texas Legislature News

Texas Legislature

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick urges TCEQ to halt permits for cement plants

By Hannah Norton

Citing concerns about a planned cement plant in Grayson County, north of Dallas, Patrick said no more permits should be issued for permanent cement plants until the Texas Legislature can evaluate the process in 2025.

Top Real Estate News

Real estate

Where to attend the Harris Central Appraisal District's property tax workshops

By Melissa Enaje

Five upcoming free, in-person workshops are being offered by the Harris Central Appraisal District for homeowners to understand the property tax system, how to protest their property values and how exemptions can reduce their taxes.