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Construction on Saigon Cafe in Humble projected to wrap up in December

Wesley Gardner — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 20:49:00 +0000

Saigon Café will offer a variety of Vietnamese dishes, including banh mi, vermicelli, pho, and rolls.

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Run roundup: 9 Greater Houston-area turkey trots to join this Thanksgiving

Wesley Gardner — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:44:00 +0000

There are several turkey trots taking place on Thanksgiving day across the Greater Houston area.

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Humble ISD officials celebrate 50th anniversary of Woodland Hills Elementary

Wesley Gardner — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Woodland Hills Elementary first opened in November 1975.

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Humble ISD trustees receive overview of Jack Fields Elementary turnaround plan

Wesley Gardner — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:59:00 +0000

Humble ISD trustees received an overview of the district’s turnaround plan for Jack M. Fields Sr. Elementary School after the school received its second consecutive unacceptable score in the Texas Education Agency’s A-F Accountability Ratings.

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Construction on Qargo Coffee in Humble expected to begin in December

Wesley Gardner — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 20:15:00 +0000

According to the business’ website, Qargo Coffee offers a variety of Italian-inspired pastries and drinks, including coffee and tea, tiramisu, chocolate ganache cheesecake, cappuccino cake, and breakfast and lunch options.

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Federal, county officials highlight Ford Road widening project in Porter

Wesley Gardner — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:14:00 +0000

Construction began in October to widen Ford Road in Porter, which Montgomery County officials said will serve as an additional evacuation route out of the area once complete.

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Humble ISD pushes new programs to improve college, career and military readiness scores

Wesley Gardner — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 22:04:00 +0000

Humble ISD officials are putting new systems and support programs in place to raise the district’s college, career and military readiness scores in future Texas Education Agency accountability ratings.

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Shipley Do-Nuts to celebrate grand opening in Humble

Wesley Gardner — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:09:00 +0000

Shipley’s offers over 60 varieties of doughnuts and kolaches, with flavors such as plain glazed, cherry iced, apple filled and more.

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Challengers Mullane, Warwick win seats on Roman Forest City Council

Wesley Gardner — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:36:00 +0000

Three positions on the Roman Forest City Council are up for grabs during the Nov. 4 election, including Position 2, Position 4 and mayor.

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See the latest Roman Forest City Council election results

Wesley Gardner — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:36:00 +0000

Three positions on the Roman Forest City Council are up for grabs during the Nov. 4 election, including Position 2, Position 4 and mayor.

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Houston ISD expands access to breakfast and after-school supper services

Wesley Gardner — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 20:13:00 +0000

Houston ISD is expanding opportunities for students to access breakfast and after-school supper services in response to recent disruptions in federal programs and services, officials announced in a Nov. 3 news release.

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Autumn Creek Elementary officials celebrate opening of nest-themed playground

Wesley Gardner — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 21:37:00 +0000

According to an Oct. 31 news release, the playground is designed for children ages 5-12 and includes a three-story structure with an accessible route to the top, five slides, swings, spinners and an activity panel.

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Humble ISD accepting applications to serve on library advisory council until Nov. 10

Wesley Gardner — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 21:28:00 +0000

The Humble ISD school library advisory council will provide recommendations related to adding new library materials, reviewing materials following a formal challenge, updating policies or guidelines related to library collections, and additional du...

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Fig & Table Coffee Co. officials to celebrate Nov. 1 opening of Kingwood location

Wesley Gardner — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:11:00 +0000

Owned by Jeremy and Jessica Eslinger, Fig & Table Coffee Co. will offer a space for community members to come together over coffee and scones, according to previous reporting by Community Impact.

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Sake Bon officials celebrate late October grand opening in Kingwood

Wesley Gardner — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000

According to the restaurant's website, Sake Bon offers all-you-can-eat Japanese cuisine including soups, sushi, noodles, rice and hibachi.

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Houston ISD proposal could grant greater autonomy to eligible, high-performing campuses

Wesley Gardner — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:11:00 +0000

Houston ISD is considering a plan that would give the district’s highest-performing high schools more control over curriculum, staffing, and scheduling, officials announced in an Oct. 22 news release.

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Willow Creek Elementary officials to unveil new ‘Wonders of the World’ playground

Wesley Gardner — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 18:44:00 +0000

Humble ISD officials will celebrate the opening of a new “Wonders of the World”-themed playground at Willow Creek Elementary, with a dedication ceremony Oct. 29 at 5 p.m.

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Humble ISD invests more than $3M in computers to expand device access

Wesley Gardner — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 20:02:00 +0000

Humble ISD has spent more than $3 million in the last six weeks purchasing additional computers in line with the district’s goal of having at least one computer for every student.

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Humble ISD trustees to receive update on district’s efforts to purchase additional computers

Wesley Gardner — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 19:24:00 +0000

During the Oct. 21 board meeting, Humble ISD trustees are expected to receive an update on the district's efforts to acquire additional computers in line with the goal of having at least one computer for every student.

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Construction on new Dunkin’ in Humble set to begin in October

Wesley Gardner — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:53:00 +0000

Dunkin’ will serve a variety of coffee drinks, doughnuts and food items. Additionally, the location will offer complimentary Wi-Fi, according to the company's website.

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