In an interview with Community Impact, Alvin ISD Superintendent Carol Nelson, discussed her time serving the district following the announcement of her retirement Feb. 10.

The details: Nelson began her career with the district in 1989 as a teacher and went on to serve as librarian, assistant principal, principal, director, associate superintendent and, in 2019, was appointed superintendent. Nelson will be retiring at the end of the 2025-26 school year. AISD’s superintendent search is currently ongoing.

Manvel City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance at its March 2 meeting that would update development regulations for the Valencia development, a 457-acre master-planned community located east of State Hwy. 288 and north of Hwy. 6.

The details: The proposed amendment would modify development requirements, including fencing standards, temporary signage allowances and residential rear yard setbacks, according to city documents.

Manvel City Council is scheduled to consider the second reading and final approval of the amendment during its meeting at 5 p.m. March 16 at Manvel City Hall, located at 20031 Hwy. 6, Manvel.

Kid to Kid Pearland celebrated its grand opening March 5, after soft opening in December, owner Stephania Vazquez-Badillo said. 

Digging deeper: Kid to Kid resells gently used children's clothing, shoes, toys, books and baby gear at up to 70% off retail prices, Vazquez-Badillo said. 

What else: Nextdoor, Uptown Cheapskate, which is owned by the same company and sells used adult clothing, opened Feb. 26.

• 2803 Business Center Drive, Ste. 101, Pearland

Since 1932, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has brought cowboys and cowgirls, country music performers, farmers and Texas youth together. Each year, the Rodeo hosts several diverse events, including auctions, cookoffs and concerts, all with the goal of promoting Western heritage. 

By the numbers: Here’s a glimpse of what the report stated:

• $326 million of direct economic impact was generated in the Greater Houston area
• $597 million of total economic activity was produced
• $630 million of total educational support has been given since 1932

Measuring the impact: Additionally, the Rodeo continues to be one of the largest scholarship and educational contributors in the country, per the report, with more than $14 million given in scholarships. 

Going forward: As for 2026 and the upcoming years, Pat Mann Phillips, Chairman of the Board of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, said she is focused on keeping the Rodeo grounded in its roots and in remembrance of the trailblazers who shaped it into what it is today.