The same number of homes were sold in Sugar Land- and Missouri City-area ZIP codes in September compared to September 2025, with 229 homes sold, according to data from CB&A Realtors.

In a nutshell: Data shows three of five local ZIP codes saw more home sales year over year, with ZIP code 77478 seeing the largest percentage increase in sales at 10%.

The details: The median home sale price increased in three of five local ZIP codes year over year, with ZIP code 77478 seeing the largest increase at 13.05%, according to the data.

What else: The average number of days homes spent on the market increased in four of five ZIP codes, with ZIP code 77489 seeing the largest percentage increase at 20.9%.

Fort Bend Junior Service League is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its annual Sugar Plum Market.

In a nutshell: The market will feature several events from Nov. 4-7 and will showcase more than 100 vendors offering holiday gifts, decor, fashion and gourmet treats, officials announced in an Oct. 15 news release.

Since its inception in 2001, the market has raised more than $5 million to benefit nonprofit organizations throughout Fort Bend County.

Mark your calendar: The market will kick off with a preview night celebration Nov. 4, which will give guests a first look at the offerings.

Additionally, a vendor fashion show will take place Nov. 6, while Santa will be at the market on Nov. 7.

Paris Baguette has set a grand opening date for its new location in Missouri City’s Colony Lakes Shopping Center, officials announced in an Oct. 28 news release.

On the menu: The shop carries various pastries and desserts from layered cakes to tarts and donuts, according to its menu.

Drink options include frappes, smoothies, teas, coffees, lattes and flavored matchas.

About the business: The nationwide franchise has at least 10 Houston-area locations and 300 in the U.S. with a goal to keep expanding, according to its website.

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The Houston Airport System will host its first Flavor Fest, allowing non-travelers to sample airport cuisine to benefit Wings of Compassion, an organization providing temporary financial aid to airport system employees experiencing hardship.

The details: Tickets cost $30 per person and include validated parking. Because both events take place in pre-security areas, attendees do not need a flight or boarding pass.

The events will take place:

• Nov. 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at William P. Hobby Airport, with parking in the Blue Garage. Participating restaurants include Killen's BBQ, Common Bond and Velvet Taco.

• Nov. 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, with parking in the CDE Garage. Participating restaurants include El Tiempo Cantina, The Annie and Little Purse Dumpling Den.

The festival will feature food and drinks, a live chef competition, People's Choice voting, live entertainment and retail partner giveaways.