HTX-SLM: Impact 10/2/2025

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Q&A: See the 2 candidates running for Missouri City mayor

Jeffrey L. Boney will challenge incumbent Robin J. Elackatt for the Missouri City mayor seat in the upcoming Nov. 4 election.

The details: Boney is a seasoned entrepreneur and journalist, while Elackatt currently serves as mayor.

Going forward: The election will take place Nov. 4, with early voting running from Oct. 20-31. The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 6.

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Fort Bend County to add 2 new district courts following legislative approval

Fort Bend County has received two additional district courts from the 89th Texas Legislature to support its growing population nearing 1 million residents.

The details: House Bill 16, signed by Gov. Greg Abbott on Sept. 17 following the second special session, brings the county’s total number of courts to 10, with the last district court added in 2015.

The request was first brought up during the regular legislative session, but Abbott vetoed it after being lumped with other court-related items.

Why it matters: Data from the Office of Court Administration shows the number of criminal, civil and family cases has increased by 30.19% since 2015.

Going forward: The courts will be created Dec. 1, according to bill documents.

Coming Soon

Mia’s Table coming to Market at Town Center in Sugar Land

Mia’s Table, a southern comfort food restaurant, is slated to come to the Market at Town Center in Sugar Land, according to a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations filing.

On the menu: The casual family-friendly eatery serves a variety of burgers, tacos, sandwiches, salads and seafood options, according to its website. The menu lineup also features chicken fried steak, meatloaf and chicken strips, as well as milkshakes.