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Friendswood secures nearly $426K bond settlement to finish Blackhawk Boulevard improvements

By Rachel Leland

After the former contractor abandoned the project, the city of Friendswood has hired a new contractor for the Blackhawk Boulevard reconstruction project and reached an agreement with Liberty Mutual Insurance to fund it.

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The $163 million bond recommendation, which was formed by FISD’s Citizens Advisory Committee, is aimed at improving facilities and technology throughout the district. (Haley Velasco/Community Impact)

PREVIEW: Friendswood ISD trustees to consider calling ...

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In a recent Facebook post, Burger Nation NASA thanked customers for all the support the restaurant received over the years. (Courtesy Burger Nation NASA via Facebook)

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Burgers and sandwiches can be ordered in meals, which come with fries or onion rings with a soft drink or a chocolate, strawberry or vanilla milkshake. (Courtesy BnX Burgers & Fries)

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New burger place opens in Webster

Killen said the airport location made sense and worked logistically, as the main restaurant is just a few miles away. (Courtesy of Houston Airports)

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Last year, Houston Restaurant Weeks raised over $2 million, according to the Houston Food Bank. (Courtesy of Houston Restaurant Weeks)

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The matcha bar serves a variety of matcha lattes and house made cold brew, as well as muffins, cake pops, croissants and cookies. (Courtesy Casa Matcha)

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New matcha bar opens in Webster

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Memorial Hermann Health System has purchased land within Wolff Companies' 587-acre Beacon Hill development along Hwy. 290 in Waller. (Cassandra Jenkins/Community Impact)

Memorial Hermann Health System purchases 40.3 acres in Beacon Hill development in Waller

By Natalie Johnson

Memorial Hermann Health System has purchased 40.3 acres within Wolff Companies’ 587-acre Beacon Hill development along Hwy. 290 in Waller, according to a July 28 news release.

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The $163 million bond recommendation, which was formed by FISD’s Citizens Advisory Committee, is aimed at improving facilities and technology throughout the district. (Haley Velasco/Community Impact)

PREVIEW: Friendswood ISD trustees to consider calling for $163M bond

By Haley Velasco

Friendswood ISD’s board of trustees will consider calling for a $163 million bond at its Aug. 11 meeting.

Top Transportation News

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Pearland considering major investment in sidewalk improvements

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Bailey Road to undergo traffic switch near ...

The Houston-Galveston Area Council will host meetings throughout the Houston area in July and August for its Regional Transportation Plan 2050. (Nathan Colbert/Community Impact)

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Houston-Galveston Area Council invites public input on ...

Toll rates along the Brazoria County portion of Hwy. 288 saw a slight increase for motorists driving without a tag—and a decrease for those driving with one. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

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HCTRA issues new toll rates for Hwy. ...

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Top Government News

A photo of Harris County District Attorney speaking at the 2025 Violence Prevention Conference.

Harris County’s nonviolent 911 response program approved for countywide expansion

By Melissa Enaje

The county’s in-house crisis response program, also referred to as the Holistic Assistance Response Team or HART, will expand countywide and include all unincorporated areas of Harris County.

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The business offers manicures, which includes services for acrylics, dip powder and gel, as well as pedicures. (Courtesy Lally Nail & Headspa)

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New nail, head spa coming to Webster

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Rosebranch Dermatology opens in Friendswood

Dr. Nicolette Michelli will be serving Houston and the surrounding cities. (Courtesy CodaPet)

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CodaPet expands in-home pet euthanasia services to ...

The business offers facials, brow wax, eyelash lifts, wax services, piercings and tattoos, according to the business's website. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

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Peony Esthetics opens in Friendswood

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Shipley Do-Nuts acquired by private equity firm ...

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Texas senators approve plan to cap property tax increases for cities, counties

By Dustin Butler

In a move aimed at curbing rising local taxes, the Texas Senate passed a bill Aug. 6 that would limit property tax increases in cities and counties with populations over 75,000.

Top Real Estate News

Check out last month's real estate data for the Pearland-Friendswood-Manvel area and how it compared to July 2024. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

More homes sold in July compared to same month last year in Pearland, Friendswood, Manvel

By James T. Norman

Check out last month's real estate data for the Pearland-Friendswood-Manvel area and how it compared to July 2024.

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Watch parties, galas: 10 events in the Houston area this weekend, Aug. 8-10

By Roo Moody

Looking for something to do in the Houston area this weekend? Check out this weekend's guide. All events are subject to change, and this list is not comprehensive.