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Lumos will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 2 at 11 a.m., Lumos officials announced in a Sept. 23 news release.

What to expect: Lumos is a 45,000-square-foot entertainment and private event venue located in Valley Ranch's Entertainment District. In addition to attractions including laser tag, bowling and axe throwing, the venue features a 6,000-square-foot gaming arcade and the Omni Arena, which offers immersive virtual reality gameplay, per the release.

The venue also features a full-service restaurant and bar, and boasts an outdoor patio with oversized LED screens for watching sports. Private event spaces can be booked for birthday parties, company outings and other celebrations.

Quote of note: "We created Lumos to be a place where connection, creativity and fun collide," Lumos CEO Greg Little said in a statement. "New Caney is the perfect home for this concept—this community is growing fast, and we're proud to be part of it."

• 22296 Market Place Drive, New Caney

The Roman Forest City Council approved a comprehensive plan outlining the city’s development and community goals for the next 20 years. However, council members said revisions to the non-binding document are likely on the way.

Some context: Mayor Chris Parr said the plan will be used, in part, to help shape future growth in the city. According to the plan, roughly 23.9% of property within the city is either vacant or undeveloped.

What they’re saying: While Position 1 council member Mitchell Davis lauded the plan’s historical and current depiction of the city, he questioned how the city would be able to afford some of its recommendations.

What’s next: While no timeline was offered during the Sep. 22 meeting, council members said revisions to the plan would likely be submitted for council approval in the coming months.

There are several events going on in New Caney and Porter throughout October including pumpkin patches, fall festivals and more.

Valley Ranch Town Center Pumpkin Patch: Valley Ranch Town Center is holding its first pumpkin patch featuring photo opportunities, on-site pet adoptions with Paw Pact, seasonal treats and hayrides by the East Montgomery County Improvement District.

• Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• The Grove at Valley Ranch Town Center, 21572 Market Place Drive, New Caney

• Oct. 20, 6-8 p.m.
• $69.07
• Back Pew Brewing, 26452 Sorters McClellan Road, Porter

A San Antonio-based grocery chain with a stronghold across Texas is now facing a change in leadership.

In case you missed it: H-E-B President Craig Boyan announced his intention to step down from his role, effective in January 2026.

He’ll subsequently retire at the end of next year, according to a Sept. 30 news release from the company.

As a result, current H-E-B Chief Operating Officer Roxanne Orsak will take his place.

Zooming in: Orsak started her career at H-E-B in 1988 as a store manager, rising through the ranks to become the COO in 2022, according to the release.

“I am honored to continue to shape the future of this great company with integrity, heart and a relentless pursuit of excellence,” Orsak said.

The context: The leadership change comes in tandem with H-E-B’s continued expansion in Texas.

New storefronts in San Antonio, Georgetown, Prosper and more have opened within the last two months, as previously reported by Community Impact.