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Faith-based Restore ABA & Speech Therapy now serving children in Humble

With an original location in Cypress, Restore ABA & Speech Therapy is now also serving children from its new location in Humble. 

Meet the owners: Owned by Martins and Eno Acha, the faith-based pediatric therapy center provides individualized Applied Behavior Analysis and speech therapy services for children with autism and related developmental needs. 

Quote of note: "Our approach combines evidence-based clinical practices with compassion, purpose and a strong commitment to supporting the whole child and family," Eno Acha said via an April 2 email. "We are dedicated to creating a nurturing, structured environment where every child can grow, gain independence and reach their fullest potential." 

Something to note: Per the website, in-home ABA services are also offered across the Greater Houston area. 

  • Opened in March 
  • 13803 Madera Run Parkway, Ste. 801, Humble 
 
CI Business
Roundup: 5 recently opened restaurants to check out in Humble

Several new restaurants have recently opened in the Humble area. Check out what they're offering. 

Iza Robata serves Japanese cuisine including ramen and poke bowls, as well as traditional Japanese sake, innovative cocktails and boba drinks. 

  • Opened Jan. 16
  • 15936 Woodland Hills Drive, Ste. 600, Humble

Sana's Cuisine serves authentic halal food made fresh daily and specializes in chicken biryani, butter chicken and chicken karahi. 
  • Opened Jan. 21
  • 12235 Will Clayton Parkway, Ste. 5, Humble

Main Street Hub offers local wine, beer and light bites such as charcuterie boards.
  • Opened March 7
  • 305 E. Main St., Humble

Saigon Cafe offers a variety of Vietnamese dishes, including banh mi, vermicelli, pho and rolls. 
  • Opened March 9
  • 15906 Woodland Hills Drive, Ste. 500, Humble

The Taco Shop on First St. offers Mexican breakfast options, including breakfast tacos made with handmade tortillas.
  • Opened March 30
  • 1007 First St. E., Humble
 
On The Transportation Beat
H-GAC officials launch new transportation website ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Officials with the Houston-Galveston Area Council, a regional transportation organization in Texas, recently launched a new website designed to help commuters and employers plan ahead as the city prepares for a busy summer chock-full of events.

Why now: Houston is preparing to hold seven matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament in June-July, as well as a 39-day fan festival. The city will also host several Houston Astros games and a large Independence Day celebration during that time frame.

The combination of events is expected to bring more than 500,000 visitors to the area between June 14 and July 1 and could increase traffic by 20%-40%.

What you need to know: The website showcases:

  • A calendar that highlights high-traffic days
  • Maps showing corridors expected to see heavier congestion
  • Park and ride, vanpool and public transportation information
  • Tips for adjusting work schedules or teleworking
  • Planning guides for busy event days

The website is free and open to residents across the Greater Houston region, as well as employers looking for alternative transportation options for workers.

 

Your Weekend To-Do List

Check out these weekend events across the metro area.

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

Katy Spring Market

April 10-12, times vary
The Woodlands

April 11-12, times vary
Katy

Learn more.

Learn more.

 

Houston Barbecue Festival

Resonance & Repair

April 12, 1-4 p.m.
Humble

April 12, 4-6 p.m.
Houston

Learn more.

Learn more.

 
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Latest Education News
Lone Star College System maintains tuition prices for 2026-27 school year

On April 2, the Lone Star College System’s board of trustees approved unchanged tuition rates for the 2026-27 school year and discussed lowering the rates in the future.

What happened: During the LSCS trustees’ regular April 2 meeting, trustees unanimously approved the proposed tuition rates for the 2026-27 school year. The rates will remain at:

  • $111 per credit hour for in-district students
  • $249 per credit hour for out-of-district students
  • $313 per credit hour for out-of-state/international students
  • $43 per credit hour for dual credit students

The discussion: Trustee Daniel Meza expressed a desire to lower LSCS tuition rates in the future, especially out-of-district and out-of-state/international tuition, which he said are high compared to other schools in Texas.

However, board Secretary Iesheia Wilson said if rates are lowered for out-of-district and out-of-state/international tuition, LSCS will need to lower in-district tuition too, which could impact the college system’s budget.

 

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