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Tomball German Fest, ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’: 7 events to attend in Tomball this spring

There are several events taking place this spring season in Tomball including festivals and outdoor movies.

‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’
The National Youth Theatre is presenting a musical featuring “Diary of a Wimpy Kid.”

  • March 20, 7 p.m., March 21-22, 2 p.m., 6 p.m.
  • $14-$22 (admission)
  • Lone Star College Tomball Performing Arts Center, 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball

Tomball German Fest

Attendees are invited to enjoy the family-friendly festival featuring live music, an open-air market, antique shops and a parade.
  • March 27, 6-10 p.m., March 28, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., March 29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Tomball Depot Plaza, 201 S. Elm St., Tomball

Kegs and Egg

Celebrate Easter at Paradigm with an event featuring an egg hunt, photo opportunities, the Easter bunny, a market and food.
  • March 29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Free
  • 2130 S. Persimmon Lane, Tomball

 
On The Business Beat
Holland House Tomball closes its doors

Holland House Tomball has closed, officials confirm.

The gist: The business sold home decor and gift items. The store previously opened in October 2024, as previously reported by Community Impact.

  • 120 N. Walnut St., Ste. B, Tomball

 
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Harris Health to receive 2nd wave of funding from $2.5 billion bond for hospital, clinic expansions

Harris County officials on Feb. 26 moved forward with the second round of Harris Health bond funding from a $2.5 billion referendum that voters approved in 2023.

The big picture: The bond will fund a range of capital improvement projects within the Harris Health system, including expansion of the Lyndon B. Johnson and Ben Taub hospitals, the latter of which has received backlash from some county residents in the last several months.

Harris Health received the first installment of bond funding totaling $850 million in May 2025. Chief Operating Officer Louis Smith told commissioners the system has spent approximately $667 million of that funding as of December.

Latest update: During their Feb. 26 meeting, Harris County commissioners authorized a go-forward order to issue a second $850 million installment. Chief Financial Officer Victoria Nikitin said Harris Health is expecting to receive the funding by June.

More details: In addition to the ongoing LBJ expansion and the pending Ben Taub expansion, the bond will fund the construction of new community clinics across Harris County. 

 
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Montgomery County makes progress on 2025 road bond program

Montgomery County commissioners received an update on the current state of the 2025 road bond program and debated the creation of ad hoc committees at the Feb. 26 Commissioners Court meeting.

What we know: Budget Officer Amanda Carter said the February road bond monthly financial report showed that with $2.6 million in interest earnings, the county's bond funds totaled $130.6 million, of which $106 million was allocated to projects and $24 million was left. She said they were currently working on the next issuance.

Also of note: Carter discussed forming ad hoc committees to assist with the annual process of budget preparation; however, commissioners said that they weren’t ready to make a decision. The ad hoc committee ideas were for:

  • Budget calendar
  • Compensation
  • Capital improvement
  • Judicial relations
  • Outside entities/social services

Precinct 3 Commissioner Ritch Wheeler agreed to table the discussion to give more time to plan out the committees, but mentioned he doesn’t want to wait too long on a decision. Ad hoc committees will be revisited on the March agenda.

 
Metro News
Select international airlines transition to IAH's newly expanded Terminal E

Select international travelers departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport will check in at Terminal E effective Feb. 27, Houston Airport System officials announced via news release Feb. 27.

What's changed: Previously housed in Terminal D, Air France and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines have transitioned to IAH's newly expanded Terminal E. Per the release, passengers are encouraged to confirm their check-in location directly with their airline prior to arrival.

Officials said customer service representatives in bright orange polos are stationed in Terminals D and E to assist passengers; passengers arriving at Terminal D will be directed to make a 10-minute walk to Terminal E.

Stay tuned: Additional airlines will continue to transition from Terminal D to Terminal E in phases over the next few weeks, officials said. Officials said lounge locations and parking access remain unchanged.

 
What You May Have Missed
Waymo rolls out service in Houston, Houston purchases new homeless hub: 5 trending stories in the Greater Houston area

Need to catch up on Community Impact’s coverage from this week? Check out five trending stories in the Greater Houston area from Feb. 23-27.
  • The Woodlands to negotiate with Early Bird for new short-course public golf complex
  • Waymo begins rolling out autonomous ride-hailing services in Houston
  • Select international airlines transition to IAH's newly expanded Terminal E
  • Here’s how Bryan ISD is allocating surplus funds from 2020 bond
  • Houston officially purchases location for new homeless hub

 

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