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Tomball train depot icon Kenneth Walden to be honored in memorial service

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Mon, 05/11/2015 - 09:08

Community members will have an opportunity to honor iconic volunteer station agent Kenneth Walden during his public memorial service held May 16 at 10 a.m. at the Tomball Historic Depot Plaza.

Woodlands residents could travel to Hockley to catch high-speed rail

Impact News - The Woodlands, Tx - Thu, 05/07/2015 - 03:45

A station in Hockley near Hempstead Highway is being considered in Texas Central Railways' environmental impact statement.

Bryan Hutson

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 02:05

From the basic design plans to detailed architecture and material selections, Bryan Hutson said he strives to preserve the history and character behind the nearly 80 locally owned properties he has helped develop in Old Town Tomball.

The Yellow House

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 02:00

Though the iconic, now-vacant Yellow House at 312 Commerce St. remains a reminder of a former restaurant space, the building also once served as a home to Magnolia families for nearly a century.

Three new master-planned communities in development in Magnolia

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:55

As population growth continues to push developers into outlying areas to meet housing demand, three new master-planned communities totaling a combined 1,400 acres are under construction or planned for the Magnolia area outside city limits.

New senior communities increase diversity of area housing options

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:50

With the continued population boom, three new age 55 and older active senior communities have broken ground or opened in the Tomball and Magnolia areas in the past year.

Housing market drives increase in Montgomery County property taxes

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:50

Many Montgomery County homeowners may see a significant increase in their appraised property values this spring.

Food truck park to bring new dining options to Tomball, Spring

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:45

In an area once largely void of food trucks, Tomball residents have begun to see an increase in mobile dining options over the past few months and will soon have an opportunity to visit a new venue just outside of city limits.

Occupational and Life Skills degree to debut this fall at Lone Star College-Tomball

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:35

Nearly 100,000 adults in Harris and Montgomery counties live with cognitive disabilities, and statistics indicate many do not have an opportunity to pursue higher education or jobs.

Lakes of Magnolia, 77355

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:30

Lakes of Magnolia is a subdivision located along FM 1774 just outside of the city of Magnolia. The community features 165 homes with prices starting at $140,000.

The Whistle Stop Tea Room and Express

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:25

After frequently visiting the restaurant as a customer, Cindy Vincik transitioned from working in the corporate world for more than 20 years to taking ownership of The Whistle Stop Tea Room with her two sisters in 2001.

All American Stone & Turf

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:20

With a family-oriented atmosphere and decades of industry experience, the owners and employees at All American Stone & Turf said they seek to provide a personalized level of customer service largely absent from big-box stores.

The Silver Strawberry

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:15

After nearly 15 years in business in Tomball, The Silver Strawberry has become more than a typical gift shop.

From The Editor—May 2015

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:10

When picking up the paper this month, you might notice the cover of this issue has a new look, and the paper is smaller in size.

City of Magnolia sets sights on creating a new fire department

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:05

The city of Magnolia may be getting its own fire department.

Tomball Tollway opens to drivers, spurs retail development in area

Impact News - Tomball/Magnolia - Wed, 05/06/2015 - 01:00

The long-awaited Hwy. 249 corridor extension—a project that was removed from the Houston-Galveston Area Council 2035 Regional Transportation Plan in 2010 due to funding concerns—became a reality when Phase 1 opened to drivers on April 12.

Woodlands voters make up nearly half of early voters in countywide election

Impact News - The Woodlands, Tx - Tue, 05/05/2015 - 17:00

The Montgomery County Elections Office has released early voting totals, and after nine days of voting, county voters are turning out in force.

Woodlands pharmaceutical company selected to lead Ebola research, develops DNA products

Impact News - The Woodlands, Tx - Mon, 05/04/2015 - 17:00

Inovio Pharmaceuticals, a company located in The Woodlands that specializes in growing preclinical and clinical stage products for a variety of diseases, has been selected to lead a collaborative effort towards the fight against the Ebola virus.

Katy ISD holds information sessions on redesigned SAT

Impact News - Katy, Tx - Mon, 05/04/2015 - 14:49

Four community information sessions are scheduled in May to introduce parents and students to the redesigned SAT and PSAT exams.

Retail center to remain intact, minus Tailgators

Impact News - The Woodlands, Tx - Fri, 05/01/2015 - 06:35

Houston Methodist Hospital bought out the Tailgators Pub and Grill at 242 Crossing to make room for access to the hospital, leaving the remainder of the retail center intact.

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