As the new year begins, motivation to improve health is high. However, for many, knowing where to start is the hardest part. At UTMB Health, primary care physicians help turn good intentions into action by serving as the starting point for a patient’s health journey. “Primary care helps patients turn motivation into a clear, manageable…
Here are five of Community Impact’s most-read CI Texas stories from this year and the latest updates on these trending topics. 1. Texas Senate passes bill that would nearly double property tax exemption for seniors, people with disabilities Texas senators approved a bill April 23 that they said would save seniors and people with disabilities…
Here are five of Community Impact’s most-read CI Texas stories from this year and the latest updates on these trending topics. 1. Texas Senate passes bill that would nearly double property tax exemption for seniors, people with disabilities Texas senators approved a bill April 23 that they said would save seniors and people with disabilities…
Here are eight fine dining restaurants near Downtown Houston that will be open on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. This list is not comprehensive, and details are subject to change. Christmas Eve Dining Trattoria Sofia The Houston Heights restaurant serves authentic, rustic Italian food in an intimate, romantic setting, with a focus on seasonal items…
After years of being locked in a standstill, planners of the Coastal Texas Project announced the approval of two engineering design contracts that will allow the project to move forward once again. The details The Gulf Coast Protection District announced Dec. 2 that it had approved two contracts with global engineering firms Jacobs and HDR…
Conroe Professional Fire Fighters Association filed suit Dec. 22 in Montgomery County district court, alleging the city of Conroe improperly rejected a voter petition that the association said should trigger an election on whether Conroe firefighters can collectively bargain under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 174. What’s happening? In a Dec. 22 news release announcing…
By Cole Gee Cole joined Community Impact in 2025 as the general assignment reporter for the Tomball/Magnolia and Conroe/Montgomery areas. Before joining CI, Cole worked for many different news organizations, including KWBU News, The Houston Defender, and his alma mater’s student newspaper, The Baylor Lariat. When not reporting on local school board meetings and community…
PetSet debuted a custom-built mobile spay-and-neuter clinic Dec. 18, expanding the nonprofit’s ability to bring preventative veterinary care directly to Houston neighborhoods with limited access to services, according to a news release. The details The state-of-the-art unit was designed to increase efficiency and capacity, allowing PetSet to perform more surgeries each day and serve larger…
Area residents ages 50 and older can explore everything from history and creative writing to hands-on hobbies through Lone Star College System’s Academy for Lifelong Learning, a low-cost program offering classes, activities and social connections across the system’s campuses, as stated in a Lone Star College Dec. 19 news release. “I have enjoyed the ALL…
The first bite at Rotolo’s Craft & Crust tells you everything: fresh, flavorful and made with care. From golden, cheesy pizza to hearty pasta, juicy burgers and shareables perfect for any group, every dish is designed to satisfy. Whether it’s a casual lunch, family dinner or night out with friends, Rotolo’s makes every meal an…