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Need to catch up with Community Impact’s coverage this week? Check out these trending stories from across the northern portion of the Greater Houston area from Sept. 18-24.
Greenspoint Mall site to redevelop into $150M CityNorth Industrial Park
The former Greenspoint Mall site is set to be redeveloped, investment companies Lincoln and New York Life announced in a press release Sept. 22.
Catch up with Reporter Kennedy Thomason here.
The Woodlands Township moves forward on new cell tower plans
The Woodlands Township board of directors approved moving forward on three sites for new cell towers after a public hearing at its Sept. 17 meeting.
IT Director William Pham said towers were being considered at Cattail Park, Tamarac Park and Rob Fleming Park Recreation Center. Of the cell carriers AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile, one carrier is interested at this time, officials said.
Read the full story by Reporter Kara Willis here.
From Michael Kors Mens to Clarins: See Houston Premium Outlets updates
Michael Kors Mens opened Aug. 27 near Kate Spade New York, offering accessories, footwear, watches, jewelry, wearable technology, eyewear, men's clothing and fragrance products, according to a news release.
Read the full story by Reporter Ella Barnes here.
Q&A: Meet the candidates for Harris County ESD 9
Four candidates are running for three seats on the Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9 five-member board this November.
Read the full story by Reporter Ella Barnes here.
Flour House Bakers now open in Tomball
After 10 years in business at the Tomball Farmers Market, Flour House Bakers opened its brick-and-mortar storefront this September.
Read the full story by Reporter Cole Gee here.
Encompass Health Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital of Conroe opening soon
Encompass Health has recently filed a project registration with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to build a new facility in Conroe.
According to its website, Encompass Health’s standard rehabilitation hospitals cover multiple therapy programs, including physical, occupational and speech therapy.
Read the full story by Reporter Cole Gee here.
Kingwood officials provide updates on Lake Houston Dam, Northpark Drive at District E town hall
Kingwood officials provided updates on a variety of projects, including the Lake Houston Dam Spillway Improvement Project and the Northpark Drive Overpass project, during a Sept. 22 town hall held by Houston City Council member Fred Flickinger, who represents District E.
Read the full story by Editor Hannah Brol here.
New Caney ISD leaders eye 50-acre property for potential school site
During its regular Sept. 21 meeting, NCISD’s board of trustees voted to allow Superintendent Matt Calvert to negotiate the potential purchase of two plots of land, spanning 12.5 acres and 6.25 acres, both located along McCleskey Road in New Caney.
Read the full story by Reporter Emily Lincke here.
